Friday, December 17, 2010

Charities using fund-raisers get 43% of take - The Boston Globe

Charities using fund-raisers get 43% of take - The Boston Globe: "Michael Nilsen, a spokesman for the Virginia-based Association of Fundraising Professionals, said collecting money through a professional fund-raiser or telemarketer can be expensive, as firms must pay administrative costs, including workers’ salaries. But when a firm keeps a high percentage of donations that “absolutely raises flags.’’

“It’s OK to take your time in giving,’’ he said. “Fund-raising costs should be an element of your decision, and if they are too high that should be a good reason to stop the conversation.’’"

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