Domestic Violence fundraising event

Fundraising Roles

Executive Director – writes grant proposals, creates fundraising events, talks with major donors, speaks publicly, oversees events, works with the board

Development Director – full or part time; they oversee all aspects of the fundraising process, identify potential funding sources

Board of Directors – usually around 12 to 15 people who are financially responsible for the agency; they assist with fundraising and often those on the board are highly visible local leaders who have access to those with wealth and prestige

Advisory Council – they often help fundraise, sell tickets, create a guest list, attend fundraising events, greet guests, make speeches, buy tickets. Their names should be on your letterhead and in your newsletters. They can enhance your reputation.

Other Staff and Non-development people – can input names, guests lists