Fund Development
Community Based Economic Development
Community Based Economic Development
Fund development requires a clear strategic plan rooted in the organization’s mission, with measurable goals and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to guide progress. It emphasizes building strong donor relationships through targeted cultivation, meaningful engagement, and ongoing stewardship to foster trust and long-term support. Success
Fund development requires a clear strategic plan rooted in the organization’s mission, with measurable goals and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to guide progress. It emphasizes building strong donor relationships through targeted cultivation, meaningful engagement, and ongoing stewardship to foster trust and long-term support. Success relies on a diversified funding strategy—including annual giving, major gifts, grants, events, and planned giving—supported by transparent reporting, clear roles, and a strong internal culture of philanthropy.
Community Based Economic Development
Community Based Economic Development
Community Based Economic Development
Community-Based Economic Development (CBED) prioritizes the well-being, empowerment, and decision-making power of local communities over profit-driven motives. It emphasizes local ownership of businesses and assets, equity for marginalized groups, and a holistic, asset-based approach that builds on community strengths. CBED also focuses o
Community-Based Economic Development (CBED) prioritizes the well-being, empowerment, and decision-making power of local communities over profit-driven motives. It emphasizes local ownership of businesses and assets, equity for marginalized groups, and a holistic, asset-based approach that builds on community strengths. CBED also focuses on sustainability, resilience, and improving quality of life by addressing housing, health, and employment needs. At its core, it is a collaborative process that engages residents, organizations, and government in shaping a more just and thriving local economy.
Storytelling and Marketing
Community Based Economic Development
Storytelling and Marketing
Storytelling and marketing are essential in both community-based economic development and fund development because they humanize the work, making impact tangible through real-life narratives. They build trust and transparency by showing donors and stakeholders how their support creates measurable change, while inspiring action and investm
Storytelling and marketing are essential in both community-based economic development and fund development because they humanize the work, making impact tangible through real-life narratives. They build trust and transparency by showing donors and stakeholders how their support creates measurable change, while inspiring action and investment. Ultimately, strong storytelling differentiates an organization, positions communities as powerful agents of change, and mobilizes long-term resources and partnerships.