___Financial sustainability is an essential goal of your organization. ___You have decided that you will pursue financial sustainability. ___You have decided who will make the decisions. ___Your mission, vision, and objectives where in mind as you began this work. ___You have brainstormed possible strategies for your organization. ___Key people such as current staff, funders, volunteers, and clients have given input. ___You have decided which strategies are best for your organization: Marketing your organization Sharing positions and resources with other organizations Becoming a line item in an existing budget Incorporating activities or services in organizations with a similar mission Applying for grants Tapping into personnel resources Soliciting in-kind support Developing and implementing fundraisers Pursuing third-party funding Developing a fee-for-service structure Acquiring public funding Securing endowments and planned giving arrangements Establishing membership fees and dues Making a business plan
