Dissatisfied Donors Drive Drop in Giving

Dissatisfied Donors Drive Drop in Giving

Everyone is wringing their hands over the drop in giving in 2022. “The Giving USA annual report on philanthropy showed that, in 2022, nonprofits raised $499.33 billion — a 3.4% year-over-year drop in current dollars and a 10.5% downturn when adjusted for inflation.”...
The Four Types of Donors to Consider When Building a YMAD

The Four Types of Donors to Consider When Building a YMAD

As year-end approaches, so does the rush to make sure there’s a “You Made a Difference” (YMAD) piece ready for your communications in the new year. For today’s blog, I’m going to share with you a way to create impact-based touch points that are inclusive of all your...
How to Approach Donor Stewardship in Planned Giving: New Podcast Episode

How to Approach Donor Stewardship in Planned Giving: New Podcast Episode

Many non-profits feel that once they’ve secured a planned gift from a donor, their work is done. There may not be any plans for follow-up or intentional cultivation of legacy donors after the gift is committed. Yet, we know that impact reporting is essential to donor...
Seven Best Practices to Stand Out With Donors

Seven Best Practices to Stand Out With Donors

Your donors don’t have time for you – until they do. How do you get to that “until they do” point in the relationship with your donor? You have to stand out. Your donor probably has five to six other organizations that are trying to capture their attention in the same...