Volunteer and Board Fundraising Management Flashcards

Which of the following is the MOST important role of a board member in fundraising?

Answer: Making a personal gift and opening doors by introducing the organization to their networks

Board members' most critical fundraising roles are making their own meaningful gift (100% board participation) and leveraging their networks to cultivate and introduce major prospects.

What is '100% board giving' and why is it important?

Answer: Every board member makes a personal financial contribution, regardless of size, demonstrating commitment to the organization

100% board giving means all board members contribute personally, which signals organizational credibility and is often required by foundations and major donors as a prerequisite for their own gifts.

When training board members for fundraising, the MOST effective approach is:

Answer: Teaching board members to share personal stories about why the mission matters to them

Board members are most effective when they can authentically share their personal connection to the mission, making conversations natural and compelling rather than scripted.

A 'board fundraising matrix' or 'give/get policy' typically outlines:

Answer: Each board member's personal giving expectation and/or the amount they are expected to help raise

A give/get policy clarifies financial expectations for board membership, specifying a personal contribution minimum and/or a fundraising goal that each member should help meet.

Which of the following describes the role of a 'volunteer fundraising committee'?

Answer: To assist with peer-to-peer solicitations, cultivation events, and opening doors to new donor prospects

A volunteer fundraising committee extends the reach of the development office by engaging community leaders in peer solicitation, event hosting, and prospect introductions.

What is the primary challenge in managing volunteer fundraisers?

Answer: Volunteers are unaccountable for results and require motivation, clear expectations, and structured support without the authority structure of employment

Unlike paid staff, volunteers cannot be required to perform tasks, so managing them effectively requires motivating engagement, setting clear expectations, and providing support without supervisory authority.