What to Do Next?

Do you ever sit in your office (or behind the wheel) and ask yourself "what do I do next?" Even experienced fundraisers have times like these. The answer: go back to basics, best practices, the fundamentals! You need to find the project that you (or your boss) is most passionate about, find the people who you think would invest, get appointments with said people and tell your story. However that isn't the end, is it? You also need to ASK. Ask for their "consideration of your proposal." Leave with them a concise, passionate appeal that is a summary of your conversation. Include a specific ask, a return form and envelope. BUT leave the door open for your next visit. Say something like, "I will call you next week to see if we can visit again about this."

These activities will always be a "go to" when you wonder what you should do next.