As we all work toward a stronger, smarter and more just future coming out of the COVID-19 crisis, we hope the resources and tools below assist you in this process. Please contact us at any time to discuss strategies and next steps for your organization.
Table of Contents
- Should I be communicating more with my donors?
- Are there tips/tools to better plan for this new normal?
- How can I consistently engage and retain COVID-19 donors?
- How do I plan the perfect virtual event?
- What COVID funding is still being offered?
- I’ll be working from home for a while…How do I optimize my performance?
- How do I take my organization to the next level this year?
- What external resources are available?
Should I be communicating more with my donors?
From Alford Group: Effective Donor Communications Strategies During COVID-19
Crisis Communication Resource Guide
Guidance for Philanthropic Communications in a Pandemic
10 Tips for a Better Crisis Communications Strategy
Are there tips/tools to better plan for this new normal?
From Alford Group: COVID-19: Four lessons learned in crisis management
From Alford Group: CEOs and Executive Directors: Leadership During Times of Crisis
From Alford Group: Nonprofit Board Members: The dos and don’ts in a time of crisis
From Alford Group: Uncharted Waters: Simple Steps for Strategic Planning
From Alford Group: How to Create a Strong Development Plan to Drive Fundraising Success
From Alford Group: How to Create a Strong Development Plan to Drive Fundraising Success
From Alford Group: Tomorrow’s New Normal: 4 elements of an action-forward approach to planning
Planning for 2021. First Day Podcast from The Fundraising School (Lilly Family School of Philanthropy)
CDC Business Pandemic Planning Checklist (PDF)
How can I consistently engage and retain COVID donors?
From Alford Group: 3 Steps to Light Up Your Donor Engagement Strategy Through COVID-19 and Beyond
Maintaining digital disaster donors acquired during COVID-19
From Alford Group: Four digital tools to better connect with your donors in a virtual world
From Alford Group: Retaining COVID-19 Donors: Will this be the beginning or ending of a lifelong relationship?
From Alford Group: Explore our Donor Engagement webinars
General Development Response Plan TEMPLATE (Excel)
How do I plan the perfect virtual event?
Tips for a Successful Virtual Gala Experience
Fundraising from 6 Feet Away: Tips for Making Your Giving Day an Online-Only Event
Tips to Maintain Momentum for Your In-Person Fundraising Events Amidst COVID-19
Virtual Events in 2021: The Ultimate Guide
Virtual Meetings Untangled: Planning, facilitating and engaging board members
From Alford Group: How to Create a Strong Development Plan to Drive Fundraising Success
What COVID funding is still being offered?
Community Foundation Locator (national)
Community Foundations Nationwide Launch Coronavirus Relief Efforts
Grant Overview – The Chicago Community Trust
Emergency Fundraising Strategies for Your Organization (slides)
Forefront COVID-19 Response Funds (Illinois)
Database of Private COVID 19 Relief Funds in Washington (WA)
Foundation Center: Funding for Coronavirus (COVID-19)
I’ll be working from home for a while…How do I optimize my performance?
12 Tips That Actually Help with Zoom Fatigue
5 Powerful Stress Relievers You Can Do At Your Desk
Virtual Communication: Presenting with Empathy (Video)
From Alford Group: Video Conferencing Etiquette and Working from Home Tips (PDF)
How do I take my organization to the next level this year?
COVID-19: Using a Racial Justice Lens Now to Transform Our Future
From Alford Group: Planning for the New Normal in 2021: The 3 Cornerstones to Success
COVID-19 Response: 4 Data-Driven Ways To Improve Operations
From Alford Group: How to Effectively Grow Revenue through Corporate Partnerships in the COVID Era
Alford Group Board of Directors Toolkit: Building Equity-Centered Board Culture
What external resources are available?
AFP Coronavirus/COVID-19 Resource Guide
The Giving Institute COVID-19 Member Resources
Let us know if you have questions about any of these resources. We’re here to help. Please contact us at any time to discuss strategies and next steps for your organization.