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Rebecca Wood, J.D.

Rebecca is a member of the Indiana Bar Association, a Legal Writer at EDS with decades of varied writing experience, and a dedicated marathon runner. See her full bio on the Meet the Team page at endowdevelop.com.

  • How to Talk to Donors About Wills

    by Rebecca Wood, J.D. August 1, 2024
    by Rebecca Wood, J.D. August 1, 2024

    August is National Make-A-Will Month. This presents a great opportunity to talk to donors about how simple it can be to add a powerful…

  • Surveys Can Identify Planned Giving Prospects

    by Rebecca Wood, J.D. July 1, 2024
    by Rebecca Wood, J.D. July 1, 2024

    The key to any nonprofit’s vitality and success largely rests in the strength of its planned giving program. Ensuring the stability and advancement of…

  • The Surprising Value of Print Newsletters in the Digital Age

    by Rebecca Wood, J.D. June 12, 2024
    by Rebecca Wood, J.D. June 12, 2024

    As technology continues to advance, some charities are questioning the effectiveness of sending direct mail to their donors. The traditional planned giving newsletter, in…

  • Honoring Loved Ones with Planned Giving

    by Rebecca Wood, J.D. May 10, 2024
    by Rebecca Wood, J.D. May 10, 2024

    As the weather warms and we move from spring into summer, several special occasions dot the calendar. In the coming days and weeks, Americans…

  • Planned Gifts in Periods of Economic Uncertainty

    by Rebecca Wood, J.D. April 4, 2024
    by Rebecca Wood, J.D. April 4, 2024

    Charitable giving increases with a donor’s financial confidence and stability. Right? While this commonly held notion seems intuitive, it isn’t always the case. In…

  • Many financial advisors don’t discuss gift planning. You can help.

    by Rebecca Wood, J.D. March 4, 2024
    by Rebecca Wood, J.D. March 4, 2024

    Charitable giving continues to be important to affluent households. These individuals are looking to their financial planners for guidance on using their resources well…

  • Change Is Coming: The Great Wealth Transfer and Its Impact on Philanthropy

    by Rebecca Wood, J.D. December 18, 2023
    by Rebecca Wood, J.D. December 18, 2023

    The last days of December lend themselves to reflection on the year that is almost over and consideration of what we expect from the…

  • Maximize the Momentum of Giving Tuesday: Encourage Blended Gifts

    by Rebecca Wood, J.D. November 2, 2023
    by Rebecca Wood, J.D. November 2, 2023

    In the philanthropy world, Giving Tuesday ranks as one of the most important days of the year. In fact, it is the third biggest…

  • Evaluating Planned Gift Marketing: How to Use ROI and Improve Its Measurement

    by Rebecca Wood, J.D. September 21, 2023
    by Rebecca Wood, J.D. September 21, 2023

    Planned gifts are among the most important ways charitable organizations raise funds. These gifts can comprise up to 30-50% of a nonprofit’s annual revenue…

  • Learn, Connect, Empower: The Benefits of Donor Surveys and Where to Begin

    by Rebecca Wood, J.D. July 17, 2023
    by Rebecca Wood, J.D. July 17, 2023

    Donor surveys can be an effective, powerful addition to your established marketing and outreach program. If you haven’t yet conducted a donor survey, consider…

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