Stage 3: Planner
We know who we are, how we will begin serving and have a plan to get there. This stage picks up some momentum by getting policies and procedures together and begin planning your fundraising activities.
Milestones and Action Items
Milestone #1:
- Action Item #1: Create
Policies and Procedures specific to your program - Action Item #2: Create
Personnel Policies and Procedures
Milestone #2:
- Action Item #1: Create
Money Handling Policy and Procedure
Milestone #3:
- Action Item #1:
Take the Ideal Donor Challenge
Resources
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