Strategic Partnerships Target donor collaborations and corporate sponsorships with DGF’s national theater writers focus. Propose partnerships that align philanthropic giving with access to Broadway and NYC theater communities, leveraging their existing programs and emergency aid services to demonstrate impact.

Executive Outreach Engage the executive leadership team and board with tailored funding and program expansion proposals. Highlight growth under the current executive director’s leadership and recent board additions to illustrate governance momentum and long-term vision.

Program Expansion Propose grant programs, fellowships, or educational initiatives that scale DGF’s educational and space-funding offerings. Emphasize opportunities to extend nationwide impact and increase visibility through gala events and partnerships.

Mental Health Support Position wellness-focused grants and therapist-network collaborations as core value-adds for donors. Leverage DGF’s existing Steven Schwartzberg Grants and Advekit partnership to offer scalable mental health resources for writers.

Technology & Analytics Offer technology-enabled fundraising, analytics, and CRM support using their current tech stack. Propose data-driven donor engagement, event analytics from galas, and streamlined grant administration to improve efficiency and outcomes.