Philanthropic psychology is a new concept—so if you haven’t heard of it—you aren’t alone. It’s the study of how people love people. Learn what the science behind Phil Psych means for your donor relationships and how you fundraise. Continue reading How To and Why You Should Love Your Donors (the Philanthropic Psychology Way)
Testimonials can be one of your organization’s best ambassadors. Why? Nine out of 10 people trust what a customer (or donor) says about an organization more than what that organization says about itself. And—interest in leaving a gift increases by 15% when donors believe they’re “one of many supporters” doing the same. So how do you get them and how do you write them? We’ve got some tips! Continue reading Testimonials That Work: How to Get Them and How to Write Them
A topic you talk about every day gets its time to shine in a few weeks! That’s right, National Estate Planning Awareness Week is almost here. Take advantage of the attention NEPAW brings by providing your supporters with focused estate planning education and the tools they need to get started. Continue reading DON’T MISS THIS: Estate Planning Awareness Week Is October 16-22
Whether you’re a team of one—or part of a team that feels stretched too thin—turn to these six tips when your planned giving program faces doing more with less. Continue reading Less Staff, Same Goals: 6 Tips to Do More (With Less) in Planned Giving
Build awareness and deepen your advocacy and activism with help from our book and film clubs. Explore DEI and wellness topics connected to philanthropy and the nonprofit sector and download our resource guide for all the details.Continue reading Join the Club: Taking the DEI Journey Together
Navigating end-of-life discussions with a diverse donor pool may require different approaches. Learn from experts who share unique insights and strategies to tackle this sensitive topic, resulting in meaningful connections and impactful legacies. Continue reading DEI in Planned Giving: Talking About Death with Donors of Diverse Backgrounds
How do you best steward donors? Successful stewardship is more than a skill—it’s a heartful journey. Discover how empathy can be your guiding light in building meaningful donor relationships. Continue reading Here’s the #1 Quality You Need for Successful Donor Stewardship. (Plus, Tips to Do It Right.)
How do you forge lasting relationships with your donors? With emotion. Discover 5 proven strategies to harness the emotional core of your mission and drive impact. Continue reading I’m Not Crying, You’re Crying! 5 Powerful Ways You Can Use Emotion to Connect With Your Donors
It’s time to gear up for the year-end giving! We’ve got the tips you need to sharpen your outreach for a successful season. Continue reading Year-End Planning: 3 Tips to Give You Momentum Heading Into the Season
Today, on National Nonprofit Day, we want to take a moment to acknowledge the incredible impact that nonprofits (YOU!) have on our world—a quiet force that works tirelessly to bring positive change to communities near and far.Continue reading Happy National Nonprofit Day! We Love What We Do Because of YOU!
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
