Development Assessment
Creative Fundraising Advisors provides you with an objective review of your development operations and activities. We assess the readiness of your development staff to meet goals or take your organization to the next level.
Internal Review
We conduct interviews with key staff members, trustees, and volunteers to understand the current situation, challenges, and opportunities. These interviews help us assess your team’s mindset and determine the culture of philanthropy within the organization. We also review development program procedures and plans to understand current operations.
Data Management Analysis
We analyze all aspects of your donor database or tracking system in order to uncover best practices and inefficiencies. This includes data entry policies, reports, fundraising projections, and the utilization of tools to engage and retain donors.
Materials Review
Our development assessment process includes a review of all donor communications, including newsletters, annual appeals, foundation grant requests, and online efforts.
Reporting & Recommendations
Our development assessment includes a thorough report that details the effectiveness of the development function across key benchmarks. We also report your organization’s strengths, challenges, and opportunities for success.
Planning & Next Steps
We conclude our work with the creation of a strategic development plan with detailed steps on how to meet your objectives.
