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Write the dates that your organization plans to do (or has done) the following activities during this fiscal year (i.e., your organization's budget calendar).
| Budget Activity | Date |
| Set annual operating and program goals. | __________ |
| Collect data on last year's income and expenses. | __________ |
| Write out projected resources needed to attain operating and program goals (staff, supplies, etc.) | __________ |
| Write spending projections for this fiscal year, based on projected resources needed and other factors affecting operating or program costs. | __________ |
| Draft income goals and potential/confirmed sources (i.e., your strategic fundraising plan). | __________ |
| Review and revise program budget with key staff. | __________ |
| Submit entire budget to board for approval. | __________ |
| Begin implementing strategic fundraising plan. | __________ |
| Review budget and adjust for changes in funding or unplanned expenditures. | __________ |