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Wouldn’t
it be more productive to hire a full time employee to do this
instead of contracting with a consulting company? |
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You
won’t waste time training a new staff person, and
you won’t be responsible for salaries and benefits.
To hire an employee with experience similar to that of the
MB Associates Team would often be prohibitive for many non-profits.
Now you can utilize that expertise, based on your organization’s
unique needs.
And, because we set specific goals and deadlines, you will
be able to objectively evaluate our progress and can make
a decision on whether or not to continue the contract based
on one thing – results.
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What
makes MB Associates different from all the other fundraising
consulting companies out there? |
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Our
non-traditional approach to raising money allows us to move
faster, and to be more effective, than your average fundraiser.
MB Associates brings lessons from the political, non-profit
and business sectors, which we use to create customized
fundraising systems for our clients. We won’t provide
you with a cookie cutter report, or a one-size-fits-all
approach. We take the time to evaluate your unique needs
and strengths and then work directly with you to formulate
a plan, and to get results!
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We
are just starting a new non-profit organization. Can you design
a website, marketing materials and contact/fundraising database
for us? |
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We’ve
already done that! In response to the needs of organizations
like yours, we have developed an organization “Starter
Kit” that gives you all the tools you need to get
off the ground. The kit includes a website that you can
customize based on your services and needs, and comes complete
with hosting and maintenance services as well as secure
on-line donation capability. The site is linked to an on-line
newsletter so you have the ability to communicate with your
constituents, donors and potential donors. The package also
includes a prospect and donation management database that
gives you all the tools you need to start raising money.
An optional event module provides you with all the help
you need in planning any type of event. Each component is
linked to give you the ultimate starter package!
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Can
I hire MB Associates to do a combined fundraising and public
relations plan for my organization? |
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Definately!
Fundraising and public relations go hand in hand. The most
effective plan will include both fundraising and marketing
strategies and MB Associates can show you how to get the
most mileage out of both!
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I
don’t think I need a comprehensive fundraising plan,
but I would like help reviewing my annual membership plan.
Would you help me with a small project like that? |
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Yes.
We provide assistance for both small and large projects.
We will work with you to identify the service or services
that will be the most beneficial to your organization.
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What
is the fee structure? |
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Some
clients retain us on a monthly basis to implement and direct
comprehensive services. Monthly fees are based on the size
of the project, and the time required by MB Associates team
members. We also offer project-based fees which vary depending
on the service requested. Feel free to contact us for a
consultation and assessment of your needs at no charge.
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Would
you do a half-day training at our next board retreat? |
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Yes.
We offer training packages for non-profits on fundraising
techniques, public relations, and event planning. We provide
customized training seminars for your board, staff and/or
volunteers. We offer everything from complete retreat planning,
to hour-long seminars. |
