Crafting Your Charitable Mission Statement: A Guide for Donors
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When donors start along their philanthropic journeys, one question that often arises is whether it is important to craft a mission statement; and if so, how best to do so. As with any journey, knowing your destination – or in this case, articulating your goals for your philanthropy by crafting a mission statement – can be an invaluable first step. This publication is designed to help you think through seven key questions related to developing a charitable mission statement.