The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium and The Wilds are seeking proposals from qualified consulting firms for a fundraising feasibility study.
Project Overview:
- Assess fundraising strengths and weaknesses.
- Evaluate community perception.
- Identify potential leaders and major donors.
- Determine realistic fundraising goals.
- Provide feedback on the preliminary Case for Support.
- Analyze competing fundraising campaigns.
- Define roles and responsibilities for the campaign.
- Establish a suitable timeline for the study and fundraising.
Proposal Requirements:
- Firm information and contact details.
- References for similar projects.
- Project approach and process.
- Schedule, timeline, and deliverables.
- Estimated cost.
- Key staff biographies.
Key Dates:
- RFP Issued: July 3, 2024
- Questions Due: July 10, 2024
- Responses Sent: July 12, 2024
- Proposal Due: July 17, 2024
- Interviews: July 18-19, 2024
- Selection Notification: July 23, 2024
- Work Begins: July 29, 2024
- Findings Presentation: September 25, 2024
Submission: Send proposals by July 17, 2024, to: Mayme Norman, VP of Philanthropy
Email: mayme.norman@columbuszoo.org
Phone: (614) 724-3686
Columbus Zoo and Aquarium
4850 W. Powell Road
PO Box 400
Powell, OH 43065
For questions, contact Mayme Norman by July 10, 2024.
