Ah, Giving Tuesday! A day when generosity is in the air (and all over social media). A day when people around the world come…
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Donors harbor more fears than mere bumps in the night. Planned giving can spook even the most confident giver. Luckily, you can help your…
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Fall is here. Stores are stocked full of decorations for Halloween, Thanksgiving, and even Christmas! Your supporters are anticipating upcoming festivities and fun with…
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A legacy society is an easy and important way to cultivate donor relationships, encouraging new or additional planned gifts and making it less likely…
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Donor-advised funds (DAFs) have become one of the fastest-growing planned giving vehicles over the last few decades, offering flexibility for donors and a steady…
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A whole new generation of donors is out there—donors who own cryptocurrency and want to use it to meet their charitable goals. But while…
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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…
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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…
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As technology continues to advance, some charities are questioning the effectiveness of sending direct mail to their donors. The traditional planned giving newsletter, in…
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When donors choose to give to your organization, they want to make a positive difference and feel part of something bigger than themselves. They…
Encouraging planned giving takes persistence and patience. It necessitates building a trusting relationship with prospective donors. While you can build these connections in many…
The Giving USA Foundation’s annual report provides valuable insights into the state of charitable giving in the United States. Researched and written by the…