For a 501(c)(3) organization, the Annual Fund is the cornerstone for a successful ongoing development campaign. A sound Annual Fund program provides the financial support necessary to keep an institution’s yearly operations budget afloat, while also setting the course for a capital campaign, endowment building and other special projects.

Holmes, Radford & Avalon helps our clients devise and implement creative strategies that increase contributions to Annual Fund campaigns. An important part of what we do is to carefully review an organization’s previous fund-development efforts, suggest creative ideas and a timeline for specific enhancements, and help in the preparation of effective solicitation appeals and materials. Our counsel is intended to help clients increase near-term financial results and help them adhere to a detailed action agenda designed to guide them into a stronger future.