Fundraising for Social Change

by Kim Klein, Stan Yogi

A popular fundraising blueprint for small- to mid-sized nonprofit organizations In the newly revised Eighth Edition of Fundraising for Social Change , two nonprofit leadership veterans deliver a hands-on, how-to guide to establishing and expanding a diverse base of donors. The authors maintain a focus on groups working toward racial, economic, and climate justice, providing trustworthy and relevant information that can be easily understood. The book includes a free Instructor's Manual, as well as access to supplementary online content with additional resources. Readers will also An indispensable resource for nonprofit board members, managers, founders, and employees, Fundraising for Social Change is a must-read roadmap to raising money. It belongs on the bookshelves of leaders, activists and organizers seeking to advance racial, economic, environmental or social justice.

Genres: Nonfiction, Social Change, Social Justice, Professional Development, School

496 pages, Paperback

First published May 1, 1995

Reviews

[Madeleine]

klein is an engaging writer and a direct communicator who isn't afraid to stake a claim, which makes this tome enjoyable to read — particularly the real-life examples. i appreciate the moments when klein's work in feminist spaces shows up and wish this was more politically engaged, particularly on how fundraising leaders can model just labor practices for their teams (for instance, i vehemently disagree with her assertion that volunteer work should be judged on the same standards as paid work). overall super glad i have a (dated) copy for my ongoing reference.

[Adrielle]

This was a great overview for traditional fundraising methods, my only complaint would be that she barely covered online fundraising which is huge now.

[CJ]

Classic. 101 on fundraising and easy to apply outlines.

[Jasmine Bamlet]

A bit dated but all-around a wealth of information about setting up a fundraising program for your nonprofit!

[Monica]

This book is full of useful, practical, and step by step fundraising advice for organizations. If you have never done any fundraising, this book will help you get started and grow your fundraising. The author uses her years of experience to share stories and case studies that give further understanding to the material and let you see how fundraising works for specific organizations. Very helpful.

[Buzz H.]

If you know nothing at all about nonprofit fundraising and would like to learn, this is the book for you. Kim Klein gives a comprehensive, easy to read explanation of how to raise money from donors. And she does not presume that you have any background or context for this work at all. Very well done!

[Janice]

very good book. I need to buy it so I can refer to it and use it regularly. Lots of good information, but will look forward to a newer/next version, too. Would be a great tool for anyone in fundraising. Glad my "mentor" recommended it to me. I will also be reading her other books and taking notes to act on from this one.

[Tiffany]

Sadly, I had to take this back to the library before I could finish it, so I'm only reporting on the first half. It's a great guide book for people doing development or fundraising who want to take a mission-focused approach to their work. I'll report on part two as soon as library fines permit.

[Mira maruto]

I like the writing style of Kim Klein in this. One of the most enjoyful fundraising book.

[Nai]

I'll be working on this one for a while. Don't expect a review anytime soon.

[Stephanie McClure]

good intro