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Musings on Development. How are efforts like COHI typically funded?. Efforts to Increase Individual Giving. Maintain and expand current donor base Tailored asks Strong communication Compelling case Timely follow-up & engagement. Efforts to Increase Grant Support.
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Efforts to Increase Individual Giving • Maintain and expand current donor base • Tailored asks • Strong communication • Compelling case • Timely follow-up & engagement
Efforts to Increase Grant Support Many Opportunities Exist for COHI • Israel/Palestine: at least 10 foundations • Sudan: at least 1 foundation • Tanzania: at least 2 foundations • General support for women’s health: at least 20 in our areas of interest Basic research from www.grantstation.com
What is Needed for Grantseeking • Process for conceptualizing project • Clear program plans & budgets • Template letter of inquiry • Review of draft grant • Submission process • Continued follow-up to build relationship with foundation
Planning for 2009-2010 • Set target amounts for money raised via each funding stream • Require monthly updates on number of proposals submitted, # individuals giving, etc. • Commit to providing timely feedback and communication to meet grant deadlines