Fundraising in Tough Economic Times -August 19

Date:August 19, 2009
Time: 2:00pm EST (Timezone converter)
Audience: Intermediate-Advanced
Fee: $50 per connection
Note: Space is limited – only 25 connections available!

Contrary to some popular views the "sky is not falling" and media reports of huge drops in philanthropic giving are not universal. Nonprofits with a strong case and who have been good stewards of their donors can maintain and even grow their base of support now. This webinar will explore different fundraising approaches during challenging economic times. Learn what the experts have found to work and share your insights.

To register for the August 19, 2009 webinar, click here>> 

Please contact Matt Castelhano at 202-638-4725 mcastelhano@lta.org with any registration questions.

What You Will Learn

You will learn what has happened to giving during past recessions and how to develop strategies to adapt your fundraising plans in a tough economy.  We will discuss such questions as:

• Can an environmental organization make a strong case for giving when so many social and human service organizations are struggling to meet the needs of the recently unemployed?  Is fundraising a zero sum game in this economy?
• Where do you focus your energies: existing donors or growing new friends?
• How do you change your fundraising strategy if it has been overly reliant on foundations?
• Tips for training and engaging the entire board and staff in fundraising
• What's working for peer land trusts

Format

The webinar will use a conference call and online web conferencing software. This session is heavily discussion-orientated, so be ready to talk!

High-speed Internet access required.

Who Should Attend? 

 Executive directors, development/fundraising professionals and volunteers; and those responsible for a land trust’s overall fundraising strategy. If you have seen your fundraising revenue decline or are worried about your prospects, this session is for you!

Discussion Leaders

Leo Arnoult , CFRE, is president of Arnoult & Associates Inc., a marketing, management and fundraising consulting firm that works exclusively with nonprofit organizations that are ready to implement their "Big Idea." Prior to that Leo worked as Vice President of Advancement for Christian Brothers University. Leo also worked for seven years as a professional community organizer working all over the United States and Canada. He is a past chair of the Giving USA Foundation, publishers of the annual comprehensive report on giving trends and former national board member of the Association of Fundraising Professionals.

Andy Robinson provides training and consulting for nonprofits in fundraising, grantseeking, board development, marketing, earned income, planning, leadership development, and facilitation. Over the past thirteen years, Andy has worked with organizations in 47 states and Canada. He specializes in the needs of groups working for human rights, social justice, environmental conservation, historic preservation, and community development. Andy is the author of four books, including Grassroots Grants and Big Gifts for Small Groups.