Securing Corporate In-Kind Donations: 3 Tips for Nonprofits
According to statistics from Double the Donation, U.S. donors (including individuals, businesses, and government agencies) contribute roughly $58 billion in-kind to nonprofits each year. These contributions are an essential part of nonprofit fundraising, yet many organizations overlook the potential of corporate in-kind donations. In this post, we will guide you through the essentials of securing […]
Beyond the Basics: Five Advanced Tactics for Major Gift Fundraisers Who Feel Stuck
Author: Katherine Sprissler-Klein, Senior Consultant[/caption] If you’ve been in major gifts long enough, you’ve felt it: the slow drag of a relationship that won’t advance, the weight of an ask you’ve over-prepared for, or the gnawing doubt that maybe your donor just doesn’t “get” it. At the senior level, it’s rarely about knowing the textbook […]
Giving Tuesday Deserves a Strategy, Not Just a Sprint
What began as a response to Black Friday’s consumer craze has grown into what we all know as Giving Tuesday, a worldwide day of giving. Since its launch in 2012, it’s grown from a small initiative at New York’s 92nd Street Y into a global movement that inspires millions of donors each year. In the […]
Using Make-A-Will Month to Grow Your Legacy Giving Program
August might not feel like prime fundraising season. The inbox is quieter, vacations are winding down, and everyone is bracing for back-to-school and fall campaigns. But here’s a secret savvy fundraisers know: Make-A-Will Month is one of the most underrated opportunities of the year. This annual awareness campaign isn’t flashy, but it is quietly powerful. […]
The Rise of Smart Giving: Fundraising’s Next Big Opportunity
Smart giving is on the rise, and it’s changing the way people give, why they give, and how much they’re willing to contribute. More and more supporters are discovering that giving can be both generous and strategic. Donors are moving beyond traditional cash gifts and looking for ways to give that align with their financial […]
From Deductions to Donations: What’s Changing for Nonprofits in the Newest Tax Bill
Let’s start with the name: The One, Big, Beautiful Bill. It reads more like a marketing gimmick than public policy. But the “One, Big, Beautiful Bill” carries serious implications for nonprofits, and not the good kind. Released on June 16, the revised Senate tax bill proposes (another) massive shift in how charitable giving is treated. […]
Grant Writing That Connects: Make Your Proposals Stand Out in Uncertain Times
It’s a tough time for nonprofits. Costs are rising, funder priorities are shifting, and many organizations are being asked to do more with less. Amid all this, securing grant funding can feel like both an urgent necessity and a constant challenge. That’s why grant writing still matters – maybe more than ever. When done right, […]
Fundraising in 2025: Thriving in a Dynamic Landscape
The nonprofit sector is poised for a transformative year in 2025, as it faces rapid changes in donor behavior, technology, and fundraising tactics. While these shifts might seem daunting, they offer an opportunity for us fundraisers to do what we do best – innovate, adapt, and flourish. By understanding key trends and strategically leveraging them, […]
Nonprofit Fundraising in an Election Year: Cutting Through Campaign Noise
Election years are usually a whirlwind of political rhetoric, campaign promises, and intense public scrutiny. For nearly the last decade, election years have had an even more heightened frenzy and urgency for civic engagement. This might be positive for democracy, and it can pose significant challenges for us fundraisers. An increased competition for donor attention, […]