Our inboxes flooded with an average of 121 emails each day, presenting a steep challenge for nonprofit fundraisers: standing out amongst the overwhelming deluge of emails. Learn four strategies to get donors to read (and act on!) your emails. Continue reading 4 Strategies for Creating Emails Your Donors Will Read and Act On
We’re talking CGAs again! Lynn M. Gaumer, J.D., is back in to review funding options and reveal the key distinctions you’ll need to consider when working with your donors on making this type of gift. Continue reading Charitable Gift Annuities: Which Funding Option Is Best for Your Donor?
Embrace a new giving opportunity that is sparking donor interest and incentivizing giving. Lynn Gaumer joins the blog to make sure your nonprofit is ready to accept this exciting new gift type—the Legacy IRA.Continue reading Update Those Gift Annuity Agreements: Legacy IRA Options = New Gift Annuity Agreements
Ensure your fundraising plans are on track for the second half of 2023. Learn practical strategies to foster genuine engagement with your donors and make a meaningful impact on your mission over the coming months. Continue reading 3 Times to Celebrate, Educate and Empower Your Donors
Patience is a virtue—in life—and planned giving. Hear inspiring stories of nonprofits that achieved transformative results by nurturing their donor relationships, staying engaged and providing donors with the time they need to make informed decisions. Continue reading 3 Times Patience (Literally) Paid Off in Planned Giving
The IRS recently released its final regulations for new mortality tables. Get all the details on when to use the new tables, how they differ from the old and what this means for your donors from our Senior Gift Planning Consultant, Lynn M. Gaumer, J.D.Continue reading [Special Update] Final Regulations for New Mortality Tables Are Here
Having open and honest conversations about death with your donors can be powerful. But discussing such a delicate topic can be difficult. Today, Stelter Client Strategist Kasi Zieminski explores how three nonprofit organizations engage their communities in this challenging yet crucial topic and offers ways for you to weave the conversation into your nonprofit’s communications. Continue reading How to Talk About Death With Your Donors: 3 Nonprofits’ Strategies
Giving USA 2023 numbers are out! Lynn M. Gaumer, J.D., gives us a peek inside the report, sharing information about the distribution of charitable dollars, the impact of economic factors on donor behavior, and where opportunities lie for your fundraising efforts in the second half of 2023.Continue reading Giving USA 2023: Inside the Numbers and A Look Ahead
Arm yourself with the crucial considerations, unique challenges, and essential elements of estate planning that impact your LGBTQ+ donors. Lynn Gaumer, JD, Stelter’s Senior Gift Planning Consultant, provides expert advice to help you better understand and support your LGBTQ+ supporters’ estate planning needs. Continue reading Must-Know Estate Planning Tips to Share With Your LGBTQ+ Supporters
What’s in a name? More than you might think, especially when it comes to legacy fundraising campaigns. Stelter Client Strategist Renee Durnin, CFRE, challenges the traditional notion of a “Legacy Challenge” and introduces an alternative that has yielded impressive results. Continue reading Legacy Challenge or Legacy Match: A Naming Dilemma
Discover the captivating power of nostalgia in inspiring donors to leave planned gifts. Learn how to tap into emotions and create deep connections, with practical strategies tailored to different nonprofit sectors. Continue reading Inspire Donors to Leave Planned Gifts With This Powerful Tool
Are you struggling to get results from your planned giving landing page? Unlock the key to conversion success with these 4 tips. Continue reading 4 Tips to Ensure Your Planned Giving Landing Page Converts
Planned giving conference season is in full swing, and we are thrilled to be back in person. While virtual events made it possible to stay connected, nothing beats the benefits of face-to-face interaction. Check out where you can find us in May, and let’s make a plan to connect! Continue reading Planned Giving Conference Season and the Power of In-Person Connection
Prioritizing mental health at work benefits you, your team and your nonprofit. As we take time this May to recognize Mental Health Awareness Month, here are five ways organizations can help support the wellness of their employees. Continue reading Mental Health at Work: 5 Ways to Support Your Employees’ Wellness
Looking to tap into the $6.3 trillion planned giving opportunity presented by the baby boomer generation? Our guest blogger and Stelter Client Strategist Kit Lancaster digs into recent research to uncover the best way to reach this important demographic.Continue reading How to Reach Baby Boomers: Insights From Recent Research
