TITLE : Finding Funders: the art of successful research
CITY : Houston , TX
DATE : Thursday, October 04, 2007
TIME : 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
PRICE : $ 55.00
Finding Funders: the art of successful research

According to a recent survey of grantmakers, between 40% and 75% of the proposals that they receive do not fit their guidelines. It is now recognized that the more thoroughly you conduct your research, ask smart questions, and cultivate foundation contacts, the more your organization will stand out from the crowd.

This session will cover the following topics:
  • Prospecting for new money: how to find suitable grantmakers in expected and unexpected places
  • Computer resources and technology: where to find the best information on grantmakers on the web
  • Making sense of foundation guidelines: and how to read between the lines
  • Is there a fit: how to decide whether a foundation's priorities are compatible with your mission
This session is ideal for beginning grant seekers who are getting their feet wet, and need step by step guidance on how to find appropriate  funding.

Speakers for this session:

Irby W Bair
Director of Development
A.D. Players


Irby has been involved with community affairs and development for nonprofit corporations for the past 15 years.  She is a graduate of the University of Texas (Austin) and worked as Vice President in charge of marketing and development for a major Houston bank. Irby has served as a consultant for establishing development programs for banks and other civic organizations.  Additionally, she has conducted seminars on  donor cultivation, effective communication skills and planning capital campaigns.  Irby currently serves as the Director of Development (since 1998) for the A.D. Players, a nonprofit theater organization. The organization is currently implementing a capital campaign worth $40 million to establish a new theater in Houston's prestigious Galleria area.  Irby has developed unique strategies for donor cultivation, retention and increased giving.  Her philosophy is founded on developing a keen awareness of the agency, community and donor needs.  The success of such programming is indicated by increased dollars and equally as important- donor commitment. 

Speakers for this session will be announced shortly.

 

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  • Networking Sessions
  • Afternoon Seminars
  • Morning Seminars

Thursday, October 04, 2007

Seminar TitleTimePrice
Panel discussion and dialogue with Grantmakers9:00 AM - 12:00 PM$ 95.00More
Finding Funders: the art of successful research1:00 PM - 3:00 PM$ 55.00More
Proposal writing1:00 PM - 3:00 PM$ 55.00More
Exploring the world of corporate sponsorship 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM$ 55.00More
How to build a successful relationship with grantmakers 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM$ 55.00More
Cause marketing: building profitable relationships with corporate partners 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM$ 55.00More
Winning proposals: a tour of four successful case studies 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM$ 55.00More

Friday, October 05, 2007

Seminar TitleTimePrice
Special events fundraising8:00 AM - 10:00 AM$ 55.00More
Online fundraising: harnessing technology to build and maintain relationships9:00 AM - 12:30 PM$ 95.00More
Major gifts fundraising10:30 AM - 12:30 PM$ 55.00More
Annual giving campaigns1:30 PM - 3:00 PM$ 55.00More
Fundraising in the one-person development shop: making the most of a shoestring budget1:30 PM - 5:00 PM$ 95.00More
Direct mail fundraising3:30 PM - 5:00 PM$ 55.00More


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