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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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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

When donors choose to give to your organization, they want to make a positive difference and feel part of something bigger than themselves. They…

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

As far back as Ancient Rome, philosophers have praised anonymous giving as a sign of humility and high moral stature—it keeps attention on the…

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