A quiet change at USPS could impact donors who mail year-end gifts. Here’s what nonprofit fundraisers should know about postmarks, tax deductions and how to help donors avoid surprises.Continue reading Important USPS Postmark Change Could Affect Your Donor’s Year-End Gifts
Looking for practical planned giving guidance you can actually use? These were our most popular webinars of 2025—covering giving trends, donor conversations, and bequest administration challenges fundraisers face every day.Continue reading Top 3 Webinars of 2025: The Sessions Fundraisers Found Most Helpful
News today from the American Council on Gift Annuities (ACGA). Get the details from our Senior Gift Planning Consultant, Lynn M. Gaumer, J.D., CAP®.Continue reading High Gift Annuity Rates to Remain in Place
Amid the November whirlwind of gratitude and giving, National Philanthropy Day offers the perfect pause—a chance to thank donors, share impact stories, and kick off a meaningful Season of Giving.
Continue reading Turn National Philanthropy Day Into a Season of Giving
It’s not too late to make your year-end marketing count. Learn how three smart moves and four key gift types can help you close the year with confidence.Continue reading Take Control of Your Year-End Marketing With These 3 Steps and 4 Gift Types
Estate Planning Awareness Week is coming up! Here’s how to use it to inspire donors to think about their legacy—and your mission’s future.Continue reading Help Your Supporters Plan for the Future During Estate Planning Awareness Week
When you talk about your nonprofit, do donors feel a real connection? Learn four storytelling strategies that spark emotion, build trust, and inspire long-term support. Continue reading Ditch the Pitch: 4 Ways to Tell Your Nonprofit’s Story So Donors Want to Support It Forever
Donor conversations don’t always go as planned—especially when concerns or hesitations come up. Today we tackle five common donor concerns and provide practical ways to respond with empathy, clarity and confidence, so you can keep the momentum going and help donors feel good about their giving decisions. Continue reading 5 Script Starters & Solutions for When Donors Express Concerns About Making a Gift
Discover how the new tax legislation reshapes charitable giving—from tax brackets and deductions to estate planning and corporate giving—and what it means for your nonprofit’s fundraising and donor strategies.Continue reading New Tax Law: What’s Staying, What’s Changing and What It Means for You [Plus, Get Your Free Download!]
Americans gave a record $592.50 billion to charity in 2024. Where did all that money go—and what does it mean for your fundraising strategy? We break down the latest Giving USA data and share tips to help you finish the year strong.Continue reading Giving USA 2025: Inside the Numbers – Plus A Look Back and A Look Ahead
Want to show your donors they’re more than just a contribution? Learn how to craft a letter that thanks them for who they are—not just for what they give. Continue reading Free Download: Use This Letter to Build Love (and Loyalty!) With Your Donors
In April we celebrate the unsung heroes of the nonprofit world – volunteers. They are among your organization’s most loyal supporters, which also makes them important candidates for deeper involvement in fundraising, including planned giving. For National Volunteer month, we have three reasons why you should celebrate your volunteers and two ways to show them gratitude. Continue reading It’s National Volunteer Month: 3 Reasons It’s Worth It to Celebrate Your Volunteers
News today from the American Council on Gift Annuities (ACGA). Get the details from our Senior Gift Planning Consultant, Lynn M. Gaumer, J.D., CAP®.Continue reading High Gift Annuity Rates to Remain in Place
With economic uncertainty on the rise, relying on just a few funding sources can leave your nonprofit vulnerable to fluctuations in the market, shifting funding priorities or changing donor behavior. Discover how diversifying your fundraising strategy—especially through planned and asset-based giving—can create a stable, resilient financial foundation.Continue reading The Importance of Diversifying Fundraising Revenue for Nonprofits in Uncertain Times
This Valentine’s Day, show your donors love in a way they’ll really feel—literally! From sweet treats to heartfelt messages, discover creative ways to engage all five senses and make your gratitude unforgettable. Continue reading Delight Your Donors’ Senses: Creative Ways to Show Donors Love This Valentine’s Day
