The American Council on Gift Annuities has released a new schedule of suggested maximum gift annuity rates for gifts established on or after Jan. 1, 2023. Get all the details from our Senior Gift Planning Consultant, Lynn M. Gaumer, J.D.Continue reading New Gift Annuity Rates Released (Plus, Get Your Free Download)
Everyone has a presence on Facebook these days. Your mom, your aunt, the small business down the block, Target, heck, even the NFL has a page. If your nonprofit has yet to join the crowd, you should consider it. But be wary of these common mistakes. Continue reading Is Your Nonprofit on Facebook? Here Are 3 Mistakes Not to Make.
Whether you’re a fundraiser guiding your donors through a tricky situation, or a donor scared to look their future (and death) in the eye—let’s face it—planned giving can be a bit frightening. Here are six reasons donors often feel scared about committing to a planned gift and what you can do to ease their fears. Continue reading 6 Ways Planned Giving Scares Your Donors (And How You Can Ease Their Fears)
The American Council on Gift Annuities has released a new schedule of suggested maximum gift annuity rates for gifts established on or after July 1, 2022. Get all the details from our senior gift planning consultant, Lynn M. Gaumer, J.D.Continue reading [Special Update] New CGA Rates Released
For years, open rate was the go-to metric for email performance. It was easy to measure, easy to test and it provided a helpful starting point for gauging donor interest. So without it—or rather, with every Apple email looking “opened”—what’s a marketer to do? Continue reading Soooooo, Should I Care About Email Open Rates Anymore?
The American Council on Gift Annuities has released a new schedule of suggested maximum gift annuity rates for gifts established on or after July 1, 2022. Get all the details from Stelter’s Senior Gift Planning Consultant, Lynn Gaumer, J.D.Continue reading [Special Update] New Charitable Gift Annuity Rates
In our roles as planned giving fundraisers, we get to support donors as they make the trek from mission-lovers to legacy givers. Stelter recently spent time mapping this journey, identifying five unique phases. Continue reading How to Move Your Donors on a Journey From Interested to Invested
Knowing how to ask for a prospect meeting is part art and part science. As you move forward with booking first meetings, incorporate these three tips.Continue reading 3 Tips (Plus Script Starters) for Getting Your First Meeting with a Prospect
Most Americans who expect to leave an inheritance aren’t including a gift in their estate plans. While some might see this news as disheartening, others see opportunity. Continue reading 4 Signs That You Have a Good Planned Giving Prospect
Looking for ways to continue donor conversion during these challenging times? Here are 7 tips to help your nonprofit convert donors when the going gets tough. Continue reading How to Convert Donors When the Going Gets Tough
Planned giving is top of mind for many nonprofits this year, and for good reason. Take a look at these three fundraising facts that help make the case for planned giving. Continue reading How to Make the Case for Planned Giving: 3 Fundraising Truths
Here’s a simple way to think about fundraising from the fundraiser’s perspective: Get bored. My favorite example of this from a client was a $75,000 CGA gift from a donor who received messaging for three years before committing. They were the right person getting the right message and the donor decided when it was the right time. What does “boredom” sound like for planned giving fundraisers? Find out here: Continue reading Why You Should ‘Get Bored’ With Your Fundraising
Thirty percent of all annual giving occurs in December with 10% of that total happening within the last three days of the year, according to Nonprofits Source. Is your nonprofit ready for the holiday season? Here are 5 tips for magical donor outreach this holiday season. Continue reading 5 of the Best Ways to Make Your Holiday Donor Outreach Magical This Year
During National Estate Planning Awareness Week—in the midst of a year like no other—it’s important to remember the people behind the plans (or lack thereof). Donors are on a journey, and when we do our job well, we meet them where they are and help equip them for the road ahead. Thanks for the important work you do—for families, philanthropy and our shared future. Continue reading Why I Care About Estate Planning (and Why You Should, Too)
Before the pandemic, it was estimated that more than two-thirds of Americans (68%) did not have a will. In September of this year, interest in creating a will was the highest it has ever been according to Google Trends. Find out how your nonprofit can make the most out of National Estate Planning Awareness Week this year with pointers from our pro, Sr. Gift Planning Consultant, Lynn Gaumer, J.D. Continue reading How to Make the Most Out of Estate Planning Awareness Week
