Ethical standards and principles are the foundation for maintaining public trust in your organization and the nonprofit sector as a whole. The Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) first published its code of ethical standards for fundraising professionals in 1964, and "believes that ethical behavior fosters the development and growth of fundraising professionals and the fundraising profession, and enhances philanthropy and volunteerism."
This example job description provides a starting place, but is by no means all-inclusive. Elements beyond the standard categories which are essential to writing your job description include: the expectations of the organization for the Development Director's performance outcomes, minimum qualificiations such as knowledge of charitable solicitation laws, and language compliant with the Americans with Disbilities Act.
Investment Policies for Nonprofits - "The board of directors of a nonprofit has a fiduciary responsibility to protect the assets of the nonprofit and ensure that the nonprofit's operations and activities use the assets to further the nonprofit’s mission.
Presented at a Center conference by Robin Barefoot (Triangle Community Foundation) and Douglas Benson (Foundation For The Carolinas), this workshop relays the importance of planned giving and questions you should ask to assess your organization's readiness.
The Foundation Center offers Spanish language videos on:
Introducción a la redacción de la propuesta (Introduction to Proposal Writing): Aprenda sobre los componentes claves de una propuesta a fundaciones y corporaciones.
Candid.org (formerly The Foundation Center/Grantspace) offers Spanish language videos on:
Principios de la planificación para la procuración de fondos (Introduction to Fundraising Planning): Aprenda el proceso básico de planificación para lograr diversificar las fuentes de apoyo financiero de su organización.
Today's environment for nonprofits is full of tempting traps that can take the organization off its core mission. Learn about the top ten traps and how to avoid them. (North Carolina Center for Nonprofits)
Some organizations are reluctant to start the planning process because of vague fears about where it might lead and what it might entail. Defeat the Planning Dreads demystifies common concerns and illuminates the benefits planning can bring.
Common Ground is a publication of the North Carolina Center for Nonprofits.
Be sure to reveiw our State Secretary's information about Charitable Solicitation Licensing (CSL) and nonprofit compliance requirements--forms needed, how to file online, relevant statutes, and how it keeps the public informed (e.g. a "Smart Donor Checklist" for assessing a charity before donating to it).
Use LinkedIn's services dedicated to nonprofits to find employees, recruit board members, volunteers, and donors, as well as bolster your organization's social media presence in local networks of professionals and institutions.
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