People make tough decisions about where they spend their dollars. How does that impact the nonprofit sector? In this interactive presentation we discuss... -Economic realities for charities nationwide and locally -What to do (and not do) when a donor says, "I can't contribute now" -How to find the "oasis in the desert" - 7 practical strategies for successful fundraising

1. Alice Ferris, MBA, CFRE Jim Anderson Dollars in the Desert Finding

2. What are you Afraid of?

3. Funding Sources Total Giving: $308 Billion 2008 US Contributions Data Source: Giving USA 2009

12. Focus on Annual Giving Donors Dollars in the Desert Finding

13. Rethink Your Major Gifts Program Dollars in the Desert Finding

14. Find New Pockets of Government Funding Dollars in the Desert Finding

15. Renew and Acquire Foundation Support Dollars in the Desert Finding

16. Renew and Acquire Corporate Support Dollars in the Desert Finding

17. Create Memorable Meaningful Special Events Dollars in the Desert Finding

18. Start or Expand Revenue Generating Programs Dollars in the Desert Finding

19. Introduce or Expand e-Philanthropy Dollars in the Desert Finding

20. Develop or Nurture Partnerships with other Nonprofits to Conserve Resources and Create Opportunities Dollars in the Desert Finding

21. Financial Management Practices Dollars in the Desert Finding

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