Talisman Associates, Inc is dedicated to helping Not-for-Profits Build a Strong future for themselves and their Community:
  • Fundraising
  • Training and Education
  • Leadership
  • Mentoring and Professional Development
Building Capacity

Talisman Associates, Inc provides hands-on, results oriented consulting services in numerous areas:

  • Development audits: Through comprehensive review and analysis of their fund development plan, Talisman helps clients define and prioritize both short and long-term fundraising activities and goals.
  • Corporate Giving: Talisman targets the right corporations and creates cultivation and solicitation programs that foster win-win partnerships.
  • Grant research/writing: Many grants are available -- but which ones are most likely to give to your organization? Through research, Talisman identifies companies and foundations with giving guidelines that most closely match clients' needs. Proposals are clear, concise and persuasive to maximize success.
  • Annual Campaigns: Talisman develops and implements ongoing programs that continue to generate funds year after year.
  • One-on-One/Major Gift Campaigns: Talisman works with clients and donors to cultivate relationships which ensure long-term partnerships and investments.
  • Special Events: With emphasis on the word "special", Talisman creates and implements unique and successful fundraising events.
  • Special Campaigns: When your services outgrow your capacity, Talisman can develop and implement special campaigns to help meet the needs of today and tomorrow.


Training and Education

In today's competitive and fast-paced environment, successful not-for-profits must utilize their resources. This can be accomplished when fundraising becomes an integral component of every facet of the organization.

To help train people who are new to fundraising and to expand the knowledge base of those who are more experienced, Talisman Associates, Inc regularly sponsors workshops and luncheons. These programs offer attendees a chance to learn about the "best practices in fundraising" - methods that are proven, transferable, flexible and measurable.

Talisman Associates, Inc collaborates with experienced development professionals who present their best practices. The programs offer presentations and discussion groups which are invaluable in educating not-for-profit organizations on how to build their capacity for fundraising. Attendees can adapt these successful strategies to reach their organization's fundraising goals. Informal peer networking and excellent handouts offer additional learning opportunities.

With regular speaking engagements nationwide, Talisman Associates, Inc is committed to advocating standards within the industry and promoting continuing education.




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