Create a Fundraising Plan that will Propel Your Nonprofit Forward

February 7, 2018

General Dwight Eisenhower once said, “In preparing for battle I have always found that plans are useless, but planning is indispensable.” Having an annual development plan helps you define not just what your fundraising goal will be, but also what key steps and metrics you need to have in place to successfully reach that goal.

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Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE)

IChemE is the global professional membership organisation for chemical, biochemical and process engineers and other professionals involved in the chemical, process and bioprocess industries. We promote competence and a commitment to best practice, advance the discipline for the benefit of society and support the professional development of our members.

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Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE)

IChemE is the global professional membership organisation for chemical, biochemical and process engineers and other professionals involved in the chemical, process and bioprocess industries. We promote competence and a commitment to best practice, advance the discipline for the benefit of society and support the professional development of our members.

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