Publishers' FAQ: Fundraising

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Q: I need funding for my publishing projects -- can CLMP help me?
A: Although CLMP has a long history of serving as a regranter for several national funders, we do not have any regranting programs at this time. However, this does not mean that we will not start grant programs in the future. Our ongoing technical assistance program, NYTAP, offers fundraising workshops, one-on-one consulting opportunities, and a travel stipend fund from time to time. We will alert the membership of any new regranting or technical assistance programs, so stay tuned! Also, please take a look at our fundraising links for more ideas.

Q: I've just gotten my 501(c)(3) status -- how do I start fundraising?
A: Raising money to support its operations and programs is usually the most difficult task that any not-for-profit organization faces. Unfortunately, the arts--especially for underinstitutionalized disciplines such as literature--often have fewer places to turn to for support.

Consider fundraising a three tiered process: the base comes from individual donors; the mid-level from local/regional foundations, corporations, and your state arts agency; and only once you have achieved those two levels can it make sense to approach national foundations. More...

Q: How do I do research on potential funders?
A: Try the Foundation Center website. For a monthly fee, you have access to their online searchable database of funder information. Limited searching is free of charge (if you just need contact information for a foundation you've already heard of). If you'd like to do research in person, check out their list of cooperating collections.

Q: I've heard that there is a lot of funding for technology projects. Where do I find funders who will pay for my website development or revamp? Are there other ways I can make money online?
A: A good place to start fundraising research for technology projects is the Benton Foundation's website. Also, check out CLMP's fundraising links where we've listed some technology funders.