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Fundraising

Development and fundraising are both specialties that can help organizations achieve financial sustainability and build community relationships.

Development

Development is a broad term that includes fundraising, and focuses on the long-term financial health of an organization. It is a strategic process that involves building relationships with donors and prospects, and establishing and nurturing connections. The goal is to create sustainable communities of support around the organization and uphold its culture. Development can include activities like identifying, cultivating, soliciting, recognizing, and stewarding donors. The timeline for development is defined by the donor. 

Fundraising

Fundraising is a more transactional occurrence that involves asking for and receiving gifts. The goal of fundraising is to raise money for a specific cause or project, increase awareness of the organization, and build relationships with donors. Fundraising asks tend to happen on a timeline determined by the organization

The Transformative Benefits

Development and fundraising have a number of benefits, including:

  • Increasing overall fundraising.

  • Creating stronger donor engagement.

  • Improving donor recruitment and retention.

  • Setting the stage for major gifts.

  • Laying the foundation for tomorrow through donor education.

  • Building the practice of donor-informed planning.

  • Improving board and staff involvement.

Development & Fundraising To Fit Your Needs

Trying to raise funds without a comprehensive development and fundraising plan is like navigating in the dark. Bison Scout will work with you to strategize, establish fundraising goals, create a development plan, and train your team on donor stewardship best practices. Development should not feel like selling; it’s about sharing your story, building and nurturing relationships.

Many organizations wish to expand their donor base and generate more revenue; however, they lack a formal plan to recruit, engage, and retain donors. Others lack a professional website or printed donor materials to share with potential and current supporters.

Bison Scout offers all of these services and has a track record of delivering positive results.