1. Musings on Development

2. How are efforts like COHI typically funded?

3. Efforts to Increase Individual Giving Maintain and expand current donor base Tailored asks Strong communication Compelling case Timely follow-up & engagement

4. Efforts to Increase Grant Support Many Opportunities Exist for COHI Israel/Palestine: at least 10 foundations Sudan: at least 1 foundation Tanzania: at least 2 foundations General support for women’s health: at least 20 in our areas of interest Basic research from www.grantstation.com

5. What is Needed for Grantseeking Process for conceptualizing project Clear program plans & budgets Template letter of inquiry Review of draft grant Submission process Continued follow-up to build relationship with foundation

6. Planning for 2009-2010 Set target amounts for money raised via each funding stream Require monthly updates on number of proposals submitted, # individuals giving, etc. Commit to providing timely feedback and communication to meet grant deadlines

7. THANKS TO ALL!