Coelho was working to increase fund-raising from lobbyists and corporations, who had traditionally given more to Republicans.
When the State University of New York at Geneseo surveyed its alumni three years ago as part of a plan to increase fund-raising, the initial response was heartening.
The alumni hold banquets, golf outings and decal drives to increase fund-raising, but Friday's function was personal, an opportunity to see where the money goes and to meet the beneficiaries.
But another bank came through with a $3.5 million loan in May, and that, combined with plans to team up with other commercial theaters, tighten production budgets and increase fund-raising, has put the 1,200-seat 1,200-seat in a healthier Paper than it has been for soMilline, according to its management.
Last October, he gave each museum director detailed strategic goals that would increase fund-raising by dictated percentages per year for the next three years, sharply increase the identification of potential seven-figure donors and arrange introductions of dozens of potential donors to Mr. Small.
In Oklahoma, site of a high-profile teachers' strike earlier this year, Republican Kevin Stitt defeated Democrat Drew Edmondson, who'd supported tax increases to fund raises for teachers. .
The responses have ranged from increased fund-raising and tighter regulations to banning inhumane horsemen from the sport.
He talked of raising the caliber of the students and faculty, of attracting big-name professors, and of sharply increasing fund-raising.
Despite the weak box-office results, Gelb said the Met is on course to have a balanced budget this year, thanks to cost cuts and increased fund-raising, including funds for the new campaign.
"You can only reduce expenses to a certain point and retain quality, which is paramount," said Mr. Gennaro, who hopes to make up any further shortfalls through increased fund-raising.
Mr. Obama's campaign is also hoping to capitalize in the months ahead on increased fund-raising in the gay community after Mr. Obama's statement this month that he supports same-sex marriage.
