As School Head, you are one of the four key players—the quartet—in your school's Development efforts. While the Board President, the Development Committee Chair, and the Development Director are making the donations happen, you are the individual who leads the school and has the most credibility with the school's supporters. You are the person donors see as the primary steward of their gifts, and ultimately the "face" of the school. After all, your Development colleagues have reaped the gifts by connecting the school's mission and programs to donors' interests. You are the one putting gifts into action. Carry out your development responsibilities by taking these steps.
- Actively work toward the goals of your strategic plan and strategic financial plan
- Hire the development staff that will carry out these goals
- Keep your message and action on point with the school's mission and case for support to all constituents
- Tell your school's "story" on a regular basis
By recognizing your responsibilities in the Development effort, you are contributing to the collaborative and coordinated efforts for fund-raising success. Your close work with the other members of the quartet will help maintain the infrastructure necessary to enhance your school's donor-centered, income-producing programs.
