It’s Easier to Raise Money for the Arts (or is it?)

Wealthy donors, beautiful facilities, glamorous parties, big endowments—raising money for the arts must be a breeze, right? NOT SO. Sure, arts organizations have some advantages, but so do those organizations that have alumni, grateful patients, or a heart-tugging story to tell. Find out what practices your organization can adapt from the arts, and what arts organizations can learn from some other very vital nonprofits that raise funds successfully without the advantages of adorable animals, famous works of art, or stirring musical performances.

Wendy W. Boyle, CFRE President Boyle & Associates Founded in 1998, Wendy’s fundraising consulting firm provides strategic direction to help nonprofits build capacity and to prepare for and implement capital and endowment campaigns. Prior to starting her consulting business, Wendy served in development roles at Indianapolis Museum of Art, the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra, the American College of Sports Medicine, and the national fundraising consulting firm of Ketchum, Inc. Wendy is a past president of the Indiana Chapter of AFP, and has been a CFRE since 1981.