Fundraising for Social Change

The leading “how-to” guide to raising money for small to mid-sized nonprofits “There is a good reason why this book has eight editions. It’s both timeless and timely. I have been a reader and user of this book since the mid-1990s. Listen to its advice, apply it to your organization… and you won’t regret it.” —ABDI SOLTANI, Executive Director, ACLU of Northern California “Fundraising for Social Change is an anchor in my library and in our work with social justice organizations. Students and nonprofit leaders find the book to be fun, engaging and highly effective in supporting fundraising efforts.” —DENA JENSON, Director, Center for Nonprofit Leadership at California Lutheran University The newly revised Eighth Edition of Fundraising for Social Change shows nonprofit organizations with budgets of less than $2,500,000 how to establish, maintain, and expand a broad base of individual donors. The book focuses particularly on organizations working for racial, economic, and climate justice. It provides clear, trustworthy, time-tested, and relevant information all in a single volume drawing on the authors’ combined 70 years of fundraising experience. Supplementary free online content includes resources—articles, reports, templates, and samples—that augment the information in the book. Teachers and trainers of fundraising will find a free Instructor’s Manual online with a suggested syllabus and sample interactive exercises. This newest edition also includes “Spotlights,” brief reflections from a diverse group of fundraisers and resource mobilizers about their fundraising experiences, providing insights into the joys and challenges of fundraising for social change organizations. An invaluable resource for nonprofit board members, staff, volunteers and activists, the newest, expanded Fundraising for Social Change has been used by thousands of practitioners the world over since the very first edition was published in 1985. A popular fundraising blueprint for small- to mid-sized nonprofit organizations In the newly revised Eighth Edition of Fundraising for Social Change, two nonprofit leadership veterans deliver a hands-on, how-to guide to establishing and expanding a diverse base of donors. The authors maintain a focus on groups working toward racial, economic, and climate justice, providing trustworthy and relevant information that can be easily understood. The book includes a free Instructor's Manual, as well as access to supplementary online content with additional resources. Readers will also find: "Spotlight" sections highlighting the reflections and wisdom of a varied group of fundraisers Insightful explorations about managing fundraising, including establishing a fundraising infrastructure, hiring a development director, and using consultants and coaches Discussions of budgeting and planning, as well as how to handle significant financial trouble An indispensable resource for nonprofit board members, managers, founders, and employees, Fundraising for Social Change is a must-read roadmap to raising money. It belongs on the bookshelves of leaders, activists and organizers seeking to advance racial, economic, environmental or social justice.