No spouse. No kids. No obvious heir. For a growing number of your donors, that’s not a gap—it’s an opening. Here’s how to help them see your mission as the legacy they leave behind. Continue reading Their Legacy, Your Mission: Engaging Single, Childless Donors in Planned Giving
Giving USA 2026 is here, and the numbers are impressive—$617 billion in charitable giving and growing. Dig into what’s shifting in donor behavior and what fundraisers can do about it right now and down the road.Continue reading Beyond the Record High: What Giving USA 2026 Numbers Reveal and What Comes Next
The next legacy donor in your database may never have made a gift. Discover why thanking supporters for their connection to your mission—not just their donations—can make a lasting impact.Continue reading The Power of Gratitude: Why Thanking Everyone Is a Smart Choice
What if your donors didn’t have to choose between making an impact today or leaving a legacy tomorrow? Blended giving helps connect the two—and it may be easier to start those conversations than you think. Explore simple ways fundraisers can spot opportunities, break down silos and build stronger donor relationships through blended gifts.Continue reading Blended Giving: How to Connect Today’s Gifts with Tomorrow’s Impact
What happens when your team is given time to give back? Take a look inside our Volunteer Time-Off program and see how volunteering strengthens connections, builds community, and creates opportunities for deeper, long-term support.Continue reading A Look Inside Our Volunteer Time-Off Program—and Why It Matters
News today from the American Council on Gift Annuities. High CGA rates are staying put. Here’s what nonprofits need to know.Continue reading High Gift Annuity Rates to Remain in Place
From tax changes to planning calendars, these were the 5 blogs nonprofit fundraisers couldn’t stop clicking in 2025.Continue reading Top 5 Blogs of 2025: What Fundraisers Needed Most in a Year of Uncertainty
Sometimes all you need is the right moment to reach out to a donor. Explore key dates in our 2026 calendar that can inspire thoughtful notes, meaningful conversations and creative ways to celebrate your supporters.Continue reading Your 2026 Donor Engagement Calendar: Dates Worth Celebrating
If charitable gifts had a podium this year, three strategies would be standing tall. From DAFs to stock gifts to QCDs, see which vehicles are winning in 2026—and why.Continue reading And the Medals Go To… The Top 3 Gift Vehicles for 2026
A donor just said ‘yes’—what happens next can make all the difference. Discover how to turn their generosity into a lasting connection.Continue reading After the Ask: 3 Critical Steps When a Donor Says Yes
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
Starting a planned giving program can feel overwhelming—especially for small nonprofits. Here are 5 simple, budget-friendly tips to help you grow with confidence.Continue reading Step Into Planned Giving: Simple, Sustainable Strategies for Small Nonprofits
Struggling to get that all-important face-to-face with your planned giving prospects? We’ve got practical tips and strategies to help you break the ice, schedule the visit and build stronger donor connections. Continue reading 5 Tips to Finally Get the Visit With Your Prospect
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
