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| Wilkerson, Steve | 1 |
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Sandberg, J. Robert – Currents, 1985
Institutions can capitalize on the ties alumni and friends have to a particular unit of the university. The question of how to organize fund-raising efforts both to take advantage of this loyalty and to get individual units more involved is discussed. Four models are described. (MLW)
Descriptors: Centralization, College Administration, Decentralization, Fund Raising
Desmond, Richard L.; Ryan, John S. – Currents, 1985
A blended system strikes a balance between centralized and decentralized fund-raising. Fund-raising should concentrate on serving the needs of people, not just on raising dollars. (MLW)
Descriptors: Centralization, College Administration, Decentralization, Fund Raising
Ryan, Ellen – Currents, 1994
Five college and university fund-raising professionals discuss ways in which uncoordinated solicitations of gifts from the same prospective donor(s) by different schools or departments can be avoided by planning, coordination, and communication. Advantages and disadvantages of centralized and decentralized administrative approaches are considered.…
Descriptors: Administrative Organization, Centralization, Comparative Analysis, Competition
Estey, Gretta P.; Wilkerson, Steve – Currents, 1994
Both centralized and decentralized college or university development programs have advantages, depending on the nature and needs of the institution. Changing program structure may have consequences that reach far beyond fund-raising details. A survey of 10 institutions revealed some common characteristics and many hybrid forms of organization.…
Descriptors: Administrative Organization, Centralization, College Administration, Comparative Analysis
Sabo, Sandra R. – Currents, 1994
College and university fund-raising programs that combine some characteristics of centralization and some of decentralization can be very successful and also pose unique administrative challenges, as illustrated in the experiences of a number of diverse institutions. Collaboration and clear communication are keys to effective administration. (MSE)
Descriptors: Administrative Organization, Centralization, College Administration, Comparative Analysis
