Culture of Philanthropy
At CEC, fundraising is described as this type of building in service of the mission.
What is relationship building?
This is CEC's total Year One philanthropic fundraising goal.
what is $500,000?
Staff should think of themselves as experts, connectors, and these representatives of CEC.
What are ambassadors?
A culture of philanthropy does not mean creating a culture of this.
What is constant asking?
This funding source represents most of CEC's Year One goal.
What are foundations and grants?
Staff are encouraged to send a promising opportunity even if they are not sure it is this.
What is a perfect fit?
In a culture of philanthropy, staff contribute information, expertise, relationships, evidence, and this important behavior.
What is follow-through?
CEC's Year One corporate fundraising goal is this amount.
What is $37,500?
Staff may do this when they have an authentic relationship with a prospective donor or funder.
What is make a warm introduction?
This principle means CEC should earn trust before making an ask and remain connected after a gift is made.
What is relationship first?
CEC plans to raise this amount from individual donors in Year One.
What is $12,500?
Staff are experts, connectors, and ambassadors - but specifically are not expected to be this.
What is an independent solicitor?
This principle means CEC should earn trust before making an ask and remain connected after a gift is made.
What is strong programs?
Daily Double
What is Fundraising is relationship building in service of CEC's mission. Staff are not being asked to become fundraisers; everyone can help CEC notice opportunities, open doors, share expertise, and steward relationships.