The Best Fundraising Books of All Time

Discover the most influential fundraising books, recommended by leaders, experts, and readers worldwide

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Recommendations by Eric Schmidt, Sam Altman, Danielle Morrill, Ryan Hoover and 67 others

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Book Cover of Scott Kupor, Eric Ries - Secrets of Sand Hill Road: Venture Capital and How to Get It

By Scott Kupor – Managing Partner at Andreessen Horowitz (you?) and 1 more 

4.91
| 2019 | 320 Pages
Recommended for: 
Entrepreneurs and startup founders. Ages 12 to Adults.
You will:
  • Learn how venture capitalists evaluate startups and make investment decisions.
  • Discover the importance of storytelling in securing funding from VCs.
  • Understand the dynamics of relationships between entrepreneurs and venture capitalists.
  • Learn about the typical structure of a venture capital term sheet.
  • Discover strategies for building relationships with potential acquirers before selling.
Reviews:
Informative
Easy to Read
Strong Insights
Practical Advice
Clear Explanations
Too Basic
Not Engaging
  • #13 Best Seller in Venture Capital on Amazon
  • Wall Street Journal Bestseller
  • New York Times Bestseller
Recommended by Eric Schmidt, Sam Altman, James Pethokoukis and 12 others
Eric SchmidtAs someone who’s helped a small company become a huge, valuable company, I know firsthand the power of the startup ecosystem and entrepreneurship. This book is the definitive book on navigating VC as part of that
James PethokoukisAndreessen Horowitz’ managing partner Scott Kupor has written an indispensable guide for anyone with a big idea and an even bigger dream. Just as important, he gives the best explanation yet for policymakers about how entrepreneurs and venture capital together create the deep magic that generates technological progress, economic growth, and a better world for more people
Charlie BatchWhat a great way to end the day by reading a good book. This weeks book is from Scott Kupor. If you're looking for a good read, be sure to check it out.This is an awesome book. It catches your attention right from the beginning
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Book Cover of Mark Pecota - Crowdfunded: The Proven Path To Bring Your Product Idea To Life

By Mark Pecota – CEO and Co-founder of LaunchBoom (you?) 

4.84
| 2023 | 352 Pages
Recommended for: 
Entrepreneurs and product creators. Ages 12 to Adults.
You will:
  • Learn how to effectively launch a crowdfunding campaign with minimal risk and maximum impact.
  • Discover the step-by-step framework for turning product ideas into successful launches.
  • Understand the importance of building a prelaunch email list to increase funding success.
  • Learn how to leverage social media and influencers to drive traffic to your crowdfunding campaign.
  • Discover proven strategies to scale your product after a successful crowdfunding launch.
Reviews:
Useful Insights
Easy to Understand
Step-by-Step Guides
Practical Examples
Valuable Resource
Basic Information
Lacks Depth
  • #27 Best Seller in Crowdfunding on Amazon
  • New York Times Bestseller
  • Rated Amazon Best Book of the Year
Recommended by Everette Taylor, Becky Center, Iddo Sternberg and 2 others
Everette TaylorMany people claim to be 'experts' but haven't actually done the work...LaunchBoom is the exact opposite, they are a results-oriented proven leader in the crowdfunding industry
Becky CenterLaunchBoom has helped hundreds of campaigns meet and exceed their goals on Indiegogo over the years. This book provides a roadmap and expert advice to help anyone turn their dream into reality
Iddo SternbergBeing a dedicated follower of the LaunchBoom newsletter, I'm always excited to hear what Mark Pecota has to say about crowdfunding. Gathering all the experience, knowhow and insights in a book is great news for creators
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Fundraising Book made by AI

By TailoredRead – AI that creates personalized books for you 

4.98
| 2025 | 30-300 pages
Learn Fundraising faster with a book created specifically for you by state-of-the-art AI. Our AI has vast knowledge of Fundraising, and will craft a custom-tailored book for you in just 10 minutes. This tailored book addresses YOUR unique interests, goals, knowledge level, and background. Available for online reading, PDF download, and Kindle, your custom book will provide personalized insights to help you learn faster, expand your horizons, and accomplish your goals. Embark on your Fundraising learning journey with a personalized book - made exclusively for you.
Recommended for: 
All readers across all knowledge levels.
You will:
  • Get a Fundraising book tailored to your interests, goals, and background
  • Receive a book precisely matching your background and level of knowledge
  • Select which topics you want to learn, exclude the topics you don't
  • Define your learning goals and let your book guide you to accomplish them
  • Get all the knowledge you need consolidated into a single focused book
Reviews:
Insightful
Focused
Highly Personalized
Easy to Read
Engaging
Actionable
Up-to-Date
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Book Cover of Valerie M. Jones - Nonprofit Hero: Five Easy Steps to Successful Board Fundraising

By Valerie M. Jones – Certified Fund-Raising Executive and nonprofit expert (you?) 

4.79
| 2018 | 192 Pages
Recommended for: 
Nonprofit professionals and board members. Beginner to Intermediate readers.
You will:
  • Learn how to honor fears and use them as a personal prescription for success.
  • Discover your asking personality and how to effectively approach fundraising.
  • Understand the importance of gratitude in nurturing donor relationships.
  • Elevate your communication skills to make compelling fundraising cases.
  • Follow five easy steps to enhance your fundraising efforts and build confidence.
Reviews:
Practical Guide
Inspirational
Real-Life Stories
Common Sense
Helpful Toolkit
Repetitive
Too Simplistic
  • New York Times Bestseller
  • Rated Amazon Best Book of the Year
Jean ChatzkyVal Jones is the personal fundraising coach we all wish we had...and Nonprofit Hero is the book every new board member should read
Eileen HeismanAn honest and refreshing approach to fundraising. Jones demystifies the process—demonstrating how everyone, including volunteers, can experience the “thrill of ‘yes’”
Barbara SilzleSimple, yet brilliant, Nonprofit Hero banishes the fundraising we all dread (cold calls, begging, etc.). Instead, you’ll tap your core beliefs, connecting with compelling authenticity to those who share your vision
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