FUNDamentals - November 18, 2004

Supporting Non-profit organizations in communities across the Nation:

Albany, GA
Augusta, GA Cumming, GA
Dobson, NC
Greensboro, NC Jacksonville, FL Kalispell, MT
Livonia, MI
Ocala, FL
Orange Park, FL
Orlando, FL
Phoenix, AZ
Port St. Lucie, FL
Rome, GA
Sandusky, OH Scottsdale, AZ Tionesta, PA
Twin Falls, ID
Watertown, SD

ED: The 'dues' model just won't work!

Reliance upon membership dues to support your organization's economic development program could be a dangerous habit. STELLAR offers a valuable perspective on organizational funding in his article "Transitioning from a Membership Dues to a Pledged Investment Model". This is a must-read for administrators of all kinds of membership-based organizations.

A touchdown for Albany

Football references are everywhere as the Albany (GA) Area Chamber of Commerce nears the goal line for the Imagine Albany 2010 campaign. A local TV reporter describes the innovative approach of a small group of campaign volunteers in the late stages of an ambitious $2 million effort. Read the story HERE

A 'Gold Sponsor' for MAEDC

The STELLAR team will join members of the Mid-American Economic Development Council from across the country in Chicago next month for that organization's Annual Competitiveness Conference. We at STELLAR are pleased to have the opportunity to support this important MAEDC event as a Gold Sponsor and we look forward to seeing you at the conference, December 5th through 7th.

Clay Chamber launches campaign

The Clay County Chamber of Commerce (FL) president Kellie Jo Kilberg has announced the launch of a major fund-raising campaign after a successful STELLAR feasibility study found strong support in the community.

The comprehensive plan tested during the study was designed to address multiple community needs, opportunities and threats; including,

1. Business attraction and retention.

2. Accelerated Economic programs to assist business.

3. Business issues and government affairs.

4. Education, leadership and workforce development.

5. Investor relations.

6. Community marketing.

The STELLAR instant opinion poll

Concerned about the future of national politics? Aren't we all. Take a shot at this month's STELLAR Instant Opinion Poll and let us know what you think.

Join the Team

Looking for a career boost? STELLAR may be looking for you. Take a look at the opportunity listed HERE, then send your résumé to opportunity@stellarfundraising.com

Terry J. Cusack
Founder & CEO
STELLAR Fundraising Executives, Inc.