Training Volunteers

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Capital Campaigns — Everything You Need to Know

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By Linda Lysakowski, ACFRE
CAPITAL VENTURE CEO/President
Originally published in the "Junior Achievement" Newsletter

There are three keys to a successful capital campaign and organizations that have learned the importance of these critical ingredients are always more successful than those who do not understand the wisdom of following the tried and true principles of campaigning.  Read more


[Tutorial]

Creating the Dream Team of Fundraising Volunteers

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By Linda Lysakowski, ACFRE
CAPITAL VENTURE CEO/President

Powerpoint presentation.  Read more


[Tutorial]

Importance of Volunteers in a Capital Campaign

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Average: 3.4 (8 votes)
By Linda Lysakowski, ACFRE
CAPITAL VENTURE CEO/President
Originally published in "The International Journal of Nonprofit and Voluntary Sector Marketing"

Summary

One of the most significant factors in the success of any capital campaign is the number, quality and commitment of volunteers used to guide, implement and promote the campaign. This paper will discuss the importance of using volunteers and the critical roles they play within the campaign. The volunteer as giver, asker and motivator will be explained. An example of a typical campaign organizational chart is provided to help the reader identify the number and types of volunteers necessary to implement a successful campaign.  Read more


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Nonprofit Essentials: Recruiting and Training Fundraising Volunteers

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Average: 5 (1 vote)
By Linda Lysakowski, ACFRE
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Nonprofit Essentials: Recruiting and Training Fundraising Volunteers examines methods for recruiting volunteers and the materials needed to implement a successful recruitment strategy. Particular emphasis is placed on the role of the campaign chair as the leader of the capital campaign effort.   Read more


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Phonathon Call Back Form

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A form for your staff and volunteers to use for following up Phonathon calls.  Read more


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Phonathon Results Form

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A form for your staff and volunteers to use for itemizing results of calls.  Read more


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Phonathon Results Tally Sheet

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An at-a-glance worksheet for tallying the total calls and tracking results.  Read more


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Phonathon Sign Up Sheet

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A sign up form to use for recruiting phonathon volunteers.  Read more


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Phonathon Training Instructions

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  • Thank volunteers for coming.


  • Show video, if available while taking refreshments.


  • Update them on the campaign progress to date.Explain other divisions: leadership, business, class agents (whatever is appropriate for this campaign) stressing that the phonathon is part of a larger effort, but that this portion of the campaign is crucial to the success of the campaign. Show campaign thermometer if we have one.
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Phonathon Volunteer Instructions for Calls

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Step-by-step instructions and dialogue for volunteers to use for making phonathon calls.  Read more


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