The Development Committee will plan and implement the fundraising program for the library.
The Committee will:
- Review the mission and goals of the Library Board of Trustees;
- Develop a comprehensive development plan and strategy;
- Submit the development plan to the Library Board of Trustees for annual review;
- Participate actively in the selection of prospects, preparation for solicitations, cultivation and actual asking;
- Develop plans and procedures to involve the entire Library Board of Trustees in fundraising;
- Develop strategies for involvement and cultivation of major gift prospects;
- Evaluate potential prospects for increased levels of contributions;
- Solicit gifts at the various levels required for annual, special and planned giving programs;
- Involve other Library Board members and volunteers in the cultivation and solicitation processes;
- Develop a process to involve library staff in important aspects of fundraising.
Appropriate skills and characteristics for Development Committee
- At least two members from the Library Board of Trustees, others from the community as needed
- Library Director or designee will serve as staff liaison to the Committee
- Members who are knowledgeable about the community
- Those who are interested in financial matters and are comfortable discussing finances
- Skills and experience needed within the committee:
- Writing skills
- Presentation skills
- Successful experience raising money
- Knowledge of tax and estate law
- Interpersonal and listening skills
- Planning
- Financial planning
- Fundraising management
- Computer systems and data bases
- Knowledge of and access to grant resources
April 10, 2003