CPR for Nonprofits

In this innovative, practical guide, Alvin H. Reiss shows howdozens of organizations have developed creative strategies fortackling the real-life fundraising, marketing, and managementchallenges that nonprofits face every day. In an easy-to-follow format, Reiss introduces a real Challengefaced by a nonprofit, guides readers through the steps theorganization took in developing a Plan to meet the challenge, andthen presents the Result of the organization's plan. The bookoffers accessible, adaptable strategies for dealing with a broadspectrum of nonprofit concerns, such as increasing attAndance atspecial events, stepping up board involvement in fundraising, andhandling negative press. Throughout the book, Reiss poses thepractical questions readers need to answer in order to apply thecase study strategies to their own organizations' experience.

Getting Your Message Heard. Making Your Event Special. Asking for Money. Involving Your Board and Reaching Your Audiences. Pursuing The Corporate Dollar. Employing A Businesslike Approach. Maximizing Your Grass Roots Potential.