This toolkit was developed for the Family and Youth Services Bureau by JBS International, Inc., under Contract # GS10F0205K from the Administration on Children, Youth and Families; Administration for Children and Families, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, to manage the National Clearinghouse on Families & Youth. Originally compiled in November 2009, the toolkit was updated in November 2010. The articles here, as well as other information about fundraising and sustainability for youth and family service agencies, can be found at http://ncfy.acf.hhs.gov. NCFY P.O. Box 13505 Silver Spring, MD (301) 608-8098 (301) 608 8721 (fax)
[email protected] http://ncfy.acf.hhs.gov The listing of a website in this toolkit does not imply endorsement by the Family and Youth Services Bureau, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, or the National Clearinghouse on Families & Youth. Moreover, the points of view or opinions expressed on these websites do not necessarily represent the official position, policies, or views of FYSB, HHS, or NCFY. Table of Contents FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT ........................................................................................................... 1 Facing the Economic Downturn Head-on ......................................................................................................... 2 Staying on Course Amid the Recession ............................................................................................................. 3 Tough Times Mean Belt Tightening for Youth Programs ...............................................................................