Giving to the Arts Holds Steady
The arrival of new data from Giving USA each year is an always an important moment for those of us who rely on philanthropic revenue to build and sustain our organizations. It’s a time when those who study charitable giving draw conclusions based on how much was given last year, from whom, and what culturalRead More Giving to the Arts Holds Steady
Giving USA 2019 Results – Giving Reaches Record-Breaking High, But Not Everyone Benefited
Do you feel like giving was up last year? Do you feel like it was down? Well, either way you could be right. According to the findings of Giving USA, 2018 was an uneven year for philanthropy, with some subsectors experiencing significant increases, while others saw significant decreases. It was also a year that sawRead More Giving USA 2019 Results – Giving Reaches Record-Breaking High, But Not Everyone Benefited
The Power of the Nudge
Here at the end of January, nonprofits across the spectrum are analyzing the results of year-end giving campaigns, looking for the trends that will help set priorities and metrics for 2019. A recent online article on behavioral economics may provide a new perspective. In the online quarterly magazine, the Stanford Social Innovation Review, authors DeanRead More The Power of the Nudge
Insights Don’t Come From Confidential Donor Studies
The confidential feasibility study model is a barrier to the process, not a catalyst, and a disservice to clients. Here’s why …
4 Keys to Driving Bigger Gifts in Better Ways
The US Trust Study of High Net Worth Philanthropy is out. It shares the key reasons individuals’ choose, give and continue to support organizations and specific missions. Is your organization in tune with these four deciding factors?
Build and Retain Your Donor Base
The Wallace Foundation has been a leader in the field of research and study of effective audience building tactics and strategies for nonprofit fundraising. Since 2002, the Fund has supported innovation in audience building through its grants to over 54 performing arts groups across the country. This year, with researcher Bob Harlow, they have published The Road toRead More Build and Retain Your Donor Base
Be a Part of an Important Fundraising Survey
News reports keep stressing that the economy is improving. Giving USA says giving to charity is rising. But how do YOU feel? Are things improving at your organization? You have a voice and should be a part of the Nonprofit Fundraising Survey, an important examination of fundraising being conducted by the Nonprofit Research Collaborative. WeRead More Be a Part of an Important Fundraising Survey
A History of Modern Philanthropy
By: Jerry W. Henry, Partner I’ve always been a history buff. But, a new website has piqued my interest in a way that combines my love of history and my interest in philanthropy. A History of Modern Philanthropy, found at www.HistoryOfGiving.org, is an interactive website that takes a look at philanthropy since the 1500’s. OrganizedRead More A History of Modern Philanthropy
Motivations For Giving
By: Nancy E. Peterman, Partner Tax day has come and gone this year. Normally, April 15 is the deadline for filing a tax return with the IRS. However, this year, due to the Washington D.C. Emancipation Day holiday being observed on April 15 instead of April 16, 2016, tax day was moved to April 18. Read More Motivations For Giving
VSE Survey – Giving To Higher Education In America
The annual Voluntary Support to Education (VSE) survey results were released recently, and the annual publication hit my desk this week. Finally, some good news for higher education: Contributions rose nine percent to $33.8 billion. “The total is the highest recorded in the history of the survey. In 2009, voluntary support fell from $31.6 billion,Read More VSE Survey – Giving To Higher Education In America