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There are also other ways grantmakers offer
support to organizations. As you plan your programs and perform
your research, you may identify some of these:
In-Kind Gifts
In-kind gifts are a donation of goods or services rather than
cash or appreciated property. Corporations and foundations may
donate computers, office furniture, technical assistance, etc.
These products and services are a great way to provide other streams
of income and to build relationships with funders. Listed below
are some helpful web sites on locating and securing in-kind gifts.
Gifts
in Kind International
Gifts in Kind provides nonprofit organizations access to donated
products and special pricing programs. There are some fees involved
with receiving donations and services. This organization also
accepts donations.
National
Association for the Exchange of Industrial Resources
NAEIR offers access to donated materials to organizations that
provide care for the ill, needy or minors. The products may be
used to further an organization's mission and in its everyday
operations. NAEIR accepts donations.
Share
the Technology
Share the Technology is a clearing house for donated computers
and printers. Donors and potential recipients can connect through
the web site no matter where they are in the country.
Foundation
Center FAQs
The Foundation Center answers frequently asked questions concerning
in-kind giving and suggests additional resources.
Internet
Nonprofit Center
Read this article for tips on reporting and acknowledging in-kind
gifts.
Illinois
Funding Source
Search Illinois Funding Source, the Donors Forum's online foundation
database, to find out which grantmakers donate items or services.
Search IFS at Donors Forum Library or at one of our three philanthropy
centers. Or subscribe to IFS and search from the comfort of your
home or office.
To search IFS for in-kind donations, choose one
of these options under "Type of Support": Computer System,
Software, Equipment; Equipment, Furnishing, Materials; Other Type
of Support; and Technical Assistance.
Donors
Forum Library Catalog
Search the Donors Forum Library Catalog for books on in-kind
gifts. Suggested search terms include in-kind gifts and technical
assistance.
Seed money
Seed money is defined as a grant or contribution used to start
a new project or organization.
Illinois
Funding Source
Search Illinois Funding Source, the Donors Forum's online foundation
database, to find out which grantmakers offer seed money. Search
IFS at Donors Forum Library or at one of our three philanthropy
centers. Or subscribe to IFS and search from the comfort of your
home or office.
To search IFS for seed money, choose the keywords
"Seed Money, Start Up Funds" under "Area of Interest".
Technical Assistance
Some funders offer operational or management assistance with fundraising,
budgeting, financial planning, program planning, legal advice,
marketing, etc.
Equipment
Some grantmakers by offer equipment, such as technology, to grantees.
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Have you
[ ] defined your idea?
[ ] articulated your goals?
[ ] established your organization's credibility?
[ ] assessed what type(s) of funding you
need, now and in the future?
[ ] developed a plan appropriate for the
type of funding you are seeking?
If you've completed all of these, you're ready to move on
to the next step
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