Case Statement Funding Plan

Visual for people to see how many gifts are needed to support an area – acts a range pyramid
Have a gift range – ask people to give in a certain range – let them see the range so they know what component of the ministry they are.
Do I ask for a specific number or ask for a range – use this tool to ask for a specific range.
Have the dialog with the donor
Don’t shoot too low – ask a bigger number – they might be willing to
“We don’t mind leaving money on the table because we are not leaving the table.” – Bill Hautt – know your donor and their situation so that you ask appropriately
How do we ask for a specific amount – have a funding plan in your case statement
·         Actual funding plan for area on FD
The document does not raise money, the relationship does.  Illustrate how the area is funded.