Giving USA 2020 Data Prelude
A special address from CapDev President, Allan Burrows, on the announcement of the record-breaking giving data shared by Giving USA this week.
Read MoreNonprofits Fared Better in 2020 Than First Anticipated, Survey Finds
Many nonprofit leaders say that increased financial support from funders and the government helped their organizations fare better through 2020 than originally anticipated, a report from the Center for Effective Philanthropy finds.
Read MoreBoards Are the Top Ingredient in a Nonprofit’s Success
One theme emerges with every client: the quality and engagement of the board is a critical factor in the nonprofit’s success. Here are eight key tips for building and engaging your most successful board…
Read MoreEncourage Donors to Give More Through Layering
If you can build trust, plus expand a personal relationship with a donor while also having the knowledge of their gift capacity and areas of interest, a possible layering can occur. Read to learn more about this concept.
Read MoreGiving In 2020 Hit Record $471 Billion, Up 5.1%
According to Giving USA 2021: The Annual Report on Philanthropy for the Year 2020, total charitable giving grew 5.1% and reached a record $471.77 billion compared to $448.66 billion contributed in 2019.
Read More5 Things to Consider Right Now as You Plan for Fall Events
The much-anticipated “re-opening” following global COVID-19 restrictions has arrived. So, what does that mean for in-person events? Take time to understand what your donors and supporters want before diving into event planning.
Read MoreThe Fundraiser’s Kiss of Death: Talking Too Much
Bottom line. Make this your fundraising motto: “Listen Your Way to the Gift.”
Read MoreYou’re (Probably) Not Investing Enough in Legacy Giving
It’s easy to let the urgent take the place of the important. But don’t let urgency hurt your long-term success and preclude planned giving efforts.
Read MoreHow the Pandemic Accelerated Digital Transformation
If the past year made anything clear, it’s that digital marketing is now longer optional. If you don’t want to be left behind, prepare your digital transformation now.
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