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The Art and Science of Major Gifts
Major gifts aren't just about identifying people with the capacity to give. The strongest major giving programs combine data-driven strategy with genuine donor relationships, helping nonprofit teams understand where to focus, ask better questions, and build the confidence to navigate the uncertainty of fundraising.
The Succession Plan Most Nonprofits Forget
Nonprofit leaders everywhere are planning for succession right now as the generations are changing.
Who will be the next board chair?
Who will step into the CEO role?
But what is often forgotten about?
5 Must-Do Moves Smart Development Directors Are Making Right Now
Maybe you’ve seen the articles talking about the new law.
We don’t exactly know how it will influence donor behavior.
But you have to start making your end-of-year plan.
What to do? Read the 5 Must-Dos now!
It’s Not About the Ask, It’s About the Relationship
Building strong donor relationships is the most essential skill in fundraising—but younger staff often struggle with it due to generational differences in communication.
There's a new opportunity coming soon to help your team grow the confidence and skills they need to connect across generations.
Fundraising Isn’t the Problem—It’s the Solution
People often call fundraising a “necessary evil”—but what if it’s actually the key to building a better world?
Let’s reframe the conversation and recognize fundraising for what it truly is: a powerful force for change.
Avoid the Capital Campaign Trap: What Nonprofits Miss in Planning
Avoid the capital campaign stall!
Discover why nonprofits get stuck before reaching their fundraising goal—and how to prevent it from happening to you.
Your Board Won’t Ask for Money? Here’s What They Can Do Instead
Many board members hesitate when it comes to fundraising—but that doesn’t mean they can’t play a crucial role in your nonprofit’s financial success.
Learn how to engage your board in fundraising without making the ask, so they can help drive impact in meaningful ways.
From Baby Boomers to Gen Beta: The $75 Trillion Opportunity
As Baby Boomers pass the torch and Generation Beta emerges onto the scene, nonprofits are at the crossroads of a $75 trillion opportunity.
This unprecedented wealth transfer is reshaping philanthropy, making planned giving more crucial than ever. Is your organization ready?
L’ador V’ador - From Generation to Generation
Seasons change.
So do the generations.
Who are the current five generations of donors and how should nonprofits be building relationships with them?
Just Go Talk To That Stranger
I get it, talking to people you don’t know can be hard. Nerve-wracking. Overwhelming.
But nonprofit friends – get over it.