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Achieving Excellence in Fundraising

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Achieving Excellence in Fundraising is a comprehensive guide that offers strategies and insights for effective fundraising in today's competitive landscape. It covers essential themes such as donor engagement, strategic planning, and the utilisation of digital tools, all aimed at enhancing the impact of fundraising efforts. This book is a valuable resource for both seasoned professionals and newcomers in the field of fundraising.
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Achieving Excellence in Fundraising

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Strategies and concepts for mission-based fundraising

From the world’s first school of philanthropy, Achieving Excellence in Fundraising is the leading fundraising textbook based on research and steeped in practical expertise. It has long been the go-to reference for fundraising principles, concepts, and techniques. Topics include donor motivations and behaviours, engaging donors at all levels, inclusive and ethical fundraising, and more, with contributions from noted experts in the field. You'll gain insight into the practice of fundraising and the fundraising cycle, reinforced by discussion questions, application exercises, and research-based recommendations.

This 5th edition of Achieving Excellence in Fundraising is reimagined to meet the needs of today’s fundraisers, their nonprofit employers, and the causes they serve, while maintaining key concepts that stand the test of time. Compelling and timely topics new to this edition include donor-advised funds, crowdfunding, raising money in challenging times, fundraising for social advocacy, and more. The needs of fundraising educators are also a central consideration in the book's organisation and contents. Discover why Achieving Excellence in Fundraising is the leading textbook and reference in the field!

  • Learn the key principles and techniques of philanthropic fundraising, from the experts at the Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy
  • Consider today's most pressing issues in fundraising—using research and data to inform practice, engaging a diversity of donors, expressing gratitude effectively, and much more
  • Utilise research-based fundraising strategies to enhance the success of your organisation’s efforts and to achieve your professional goals

Chapters are written by faculty, alumni, and associates of the prestigious Lilly Family School of Philanthropy. The newest edition of this trusted work is an essential source of information for anyone in the fundraising space.

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Achieving Excellence in Fundraising is praised for its comprehensive approach to fundraising, offering practical insights for both newcomers and experienced professionals. Reviewers appreciate the book's clear structure and the inclusion of up-to-date research and real-world examples. It’s highly regarded for providing actionable strategies that are backed by experts in the field, making it a valuable resource in the business and entrepreneurship category.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781119763758

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 04 March 2022

Country: United States

Imprint: John Wiley & Sons Inc

Edition: 5th edition

Contributors:

  • Edited by Genevieve G. Shaker
  • Edited by Eugene R. Tempel
  • Edited by Sarah K. Nathan
  • Edited by Bill Stanczykiewicz

Audience: Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 36.0mm

Width: 193.0mm

Height: 239.0mm

Weight: 975g

Pages: 576

About the Author

GENEVIEVE G. SHAKER is Associate Professor of Philanthropic Studies at the Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy, a frequent contributor to The Fund Raising School, and a former fundraiser with twenty years of experience.

EUGENE R. TEMPEL is Professor and Founding Dean Emeritus of the Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy, and is one of the nation's foremost thought leaders on fundraising and philanthropy. He is also President Emeritus of the Indiana University Foundation.

SARAH K. NATHAN served five years as the Associate Director of The Fund Raising School where she specialized in developing research-based and applied learning experiences for fundraisers. She currently leads the Middletown Community Foundation in Ohio.

BILL STANCZYKIEWICZ is Director of The Fund Raising School, Clinical Associate Professor, and Senior Assistant Dean of the Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy. His 25-year career includes serving as CEO of a statewide nonprofit.

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