The blogs in this session was lifted from my e-book: "Are You Ready For Free Money? A Guide To Getting Grants". The e-book was written to provide a free resource for non-government organizations (NGO) or what is commonly referred to in other countries as "Not-for-Profits" or NFP. In its original context it included cooperatives, people's organizations, trade associations and other organizations with social goals. This edition includes educational institutions or support organizations whether private or government.
Although, the title refers to grants-in-aid this blog goes beyond conventional sources of grants. Funding sources today comes from many sources and do not necessarily come from foundations or governments. You will get a glimpse of some of these other sources of funds here.
Many fund seekers may feel like they are begging for alms and they have good reasons to feel so. In many interaction with community leaders, environmental activists, advocacy volunteers, and community development workers, I have seen how the process of raising funds have turned into a humiliating experience for some and a totally messy legal battle for others. In many countries, fund-raising has become such a professional cluster of activities that certain businesses have thrived to provide support services for NGOs or NFPs to raise funds. A lot of consulting businesses in this field in fact, do not come cheap.
From here on you will never use the word "solicitation" ever again. What you will learn in this blog is the word "Value Proposition". You will no longer write and mail "solicitation letters" but business or marketing proposals. You will not be lining up into some politician or businessman's office and beg (or God help you "plead") for donations, you will now call for an appoint, set up your presentation and make a close.
Wednesday, May 03, 2006
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