Funding and Sustainability Part 2 of 2
"Funding and Sustainability for Family Justice Centers (Part 2 of 2)"
A comprehensive training session led by Casey Gwinn, J.D., and Gael Strack, J.D., of the Family Justice Center Alliance. It focuses on strategic, long-term financial planning to open, grow, or maintain Family Justice Centers (FJCs). Key strategies include diversified funding streams, board development, government integration, and public awareness campaigns. The session highlights the Benevon fundraising model, emphasizes community-based donor engagement, and explores the importance of evaluation, storytelling, and relationship-building in fundraising success. Case examples such as the Knoxville and Erie County FJCs provide real-world applications. New tools, templates, and budgeting strategies are also discussed, alongside opportunities for advocacy and engagement with public officials.
Topics include:
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Building a fundraising foundation
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Leveraging local, state, and federal funding
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Engaging private donors and corporate partners
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Creating business plans and budget templates
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Marketing, public relations, and survivor-centered messaging
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Sustainability through strategic board and leadership development
This training is part of a broader national effort to equip FJC leaders with practical tools to secure funding and ensure long-term impact for survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and other forms of abuse.
