Navigating the Range of Giving Vehicles

Posted , by Keith Curtis, President. Topic: Planned Giving, Donor Advised Funds, Webinars and Videos, High-Net-Worth Individuals, Donors, Funds and Funders, Major Donors, Fundraising.

In case you missed our most recent webinar, be sure to check out the recording to learn more about the giving vehicles impacting donor behavior and the nonprofit sector. The number of possible giving vehicles continues to rise, from donor-advised funds to Qualified Charitable Distributions, from bequests to stock donations and everything in between. It is critical that… Read more »

Are You Eligible for Community Project Funding/Earmarks?

Posted , by Hilary Fulp, Senior Consultant. Topic: Philanthropy Research & Events, Government, Fundraising, Development Plan.

Are You Eligible for Community Project Funding/Earmarks?  By Hilary Fulp, Senior Consultant The U.S. House of Representatives recently released guidance on Community Project Funding (also called earmarks) for FY24. With the constantly changing political landscape, our goal is to provide you with a brief overview of where things stand with earmarks as well as what you… Read more »

Who Gave More? Gen X or Millennials?

Posted , by Wendy McGrady, Executive Vice President. Topic: Fundraising, Major Gifts Programs, Giving USA, Donors, Donor Prospects, Philanthropy Research & Events, Donor Communication, Donor Acknowledgement.

Who Gave More-Gen X or Millennials?  By Wendy McGrady, Executive Vice President The Giving USA Foundation recently released a new report, Giving by Generation: Examining the Shifts in Giving Among Donor Generations. This well-researched and thoughtful analysis looks at the giving habits and motivations for giving of the four main generations: Gen Z, Millennials, Gen X and Boomers. While… Read more »

Webinar: REAL Conversations with Major Donors

Posted , by Lauren Greene, Client Manager. Topic: Donor Communication, Major Donors, Fundraising, Webinars and Videos, High-Net-Worth Individuals, Major Gifts Programs, Making the Ask, Donors, Donor Prospects, Gift Solicitation.

Wondering what you could and should be doing today to prepare for a stronger major gift program tomorrow? Even during these constantly changing times, the fundraising cycle works- cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship- but what does this cycle look like in practice? This practical presentation will show you the proven steps to have meaningful conversations and build stronger relationships with… Read more »

Three Ways to Start Your Year on the Right Foot

Posted , by Kaitlin Robb, Consultant and Marketing Director. Topic: Major Donors, Nonprofit Management, Fundraising, Donor Retention, Development Plan, Major Gifts Programs, Year-End Giving, Donors, Donor Communication, Donor Acknowledgement.

Three Fundraising Best Practices for Your New Year By Kaitlin Robb Consultant & Marketing Director After the intensity of the holidays and year-end giving, nothing beats a fresh calendar and a new year. Before you move forward, consider incorporating these best practices both now and throughout the year. ​Thank Your Donors Did you get an influx… Read more »

What Could a Potential Recession Mean for Giving?

Posted , by Keith Curtis, President & Founder. Topic: High-Net-Worth Individuals, Giving USA, Donors, Fundraising, Crisis Fundraising.

What Could a Potential Recession Mean for Giving?  I recently had the opportunity to publish an opinion piece for The Virginian-Pilot as a follow-up to my recent presentations on results of Giving USA 2022: The Annual Report on Philanthropy for the Year 2021. Check out the full article here. The article discussed my passion for the Giving USA… Read more »