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
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
Looking for new ways to connect with your donors in 2025? The year is full of opportunities for celebration and connection. We’ve curated a calendar of ideal moments and fresh ideas for you! Continue reading 2025 Planned Giving Calendar: Dates to Celebrate and Engage Your Donors
Could your legacy society use a “glow-up”? We’ve got tips to give it new life, reignite donor excitement, and make it a group your donors want to be a part of. Continue reading Get Your Legacy Society Going Again in 2025 With These 5 Tips
Are you questioning whether AI can be a part of your planned giving strategy? First-time CGP conference attendee Hanna Plants shares what she learned in an engaging AI workshop, discusses some unique challenges and opportunities AI presents for nonprofit fundraisers, and reflects on insights that have stayed with her since. Continue reading Harnessing the Power of AI in Planned Giving: Insights from CGP 2024
Boost your nonprofit’s year-end fundraising success with our expert tips. Learn how to set clear goals, craft personalized campaigns and leverage analytics to maximize your donations during these crucial fundraising months. Continue reading Boost Your Nonprofit’s Year-End Fundraising: Expert Insights on Planning, Execution and Data
A new kind of giving day that shines the spotlight on donor advised funds (DAFs) is coming! October 10 is the first-ever DAFday. Learn more about the DAFday movement, how to participate and why you should. Plus, uncover 10 reasons why DAFs are perfect for your donors. Continue reading Get Ready for DAFday, the Ultimate 10/10 Celebration!
Giving USA 2024 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 2024.Continue reading Giving USA 2024: Inside the Numbers – Plus A Look Back and A Look Ahead
Amp up your social media engagement game. Integrate your online presence seamlessly, communicate your mission authentically, and collaborate with your community for long-lasting donor relationships.Continue reading 3 Ways To Build Better Donor Relationships Using Social Media
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
When it comes to your donor marketing where is your focus? On the head or the heart? Today we look at the power of both emotional and rational marketing appeals and learn why they work and why they might not. Continue reading Head vs. Heart Marketing: Which One Wins With Your Donors?
We’re back with three more dates that need to be on your nonprofit’s marketing calendar. Discover creative ways to connect with your supporters on these special days through social media.Continue reading [Part 2] Start Planning Now: 6 Days For Nonprofits to Connect With Supporters on Social Media
Are these dates on your nonprofit’s marketing calendar? Discover creative ways to connect with your supporters on these special days through social media.Continue reading Start Planning Now: 6 Days For Nonprofits to Connect With Supporters on Social Media
What trends will impact nonprofits this year? Lynn M. Gaumer, J.D. and our team of strategists discuss three that will be important for nonprofits to embrace in 2023. Continue reading The Future of Fundraising: 3 Trends That Will Impact Nonprofits in 2023
Direct mail. Email. Social media. They all play together in today’s best-performing fundraising campaigns. Here are some guideposts for your best response. Continue reading Increase Response: How to Coordinate Direct Mail, Email and Social Media Posts
