by Jaime Van Essen | Jan 14, 2026 | Donor Database, Annual Giving
A new year offers more than a clean slate – it’s a chance to pause, review, and set your development plan up for success. Before launching into 2026 goals, take a moment to close out 2025 and let your data inform your next steps.Here are 4 tips to help you do...
by Kennari Intern | Dec 2, 2025 | Annual Giving, News & Articles
In the movie, Knives Out, the Thrombey family gathers eagerly for the reading of Harlan Thrombey’s will, only to be stunned when they learn they will inherit none of his $60 million estate. Instead, the entirety of it is left to Marta Cabrera, Harlan’s devoted...
by Laura Kruisenga | Nov 4, 2025 | Annual Giving
Though Planned Giving tools can feel a little overwhelming, especially for small and mid-size nonprofits, they can be a powerful part of the fundraising strategy. For organizations that don’t have much experience with planned giving, it’s a good idea to start small –...
by Kennari Intern | Sep 30, 2025 | Annual Giving, Industry Trends
How and why people give looks different depending on their generation. Giving USA’s 2024 report, Giving by Generation, along with a recent Chronicle of Philanthropy webinar, explored how different generations approach giving and the messages that resonate with...
by Mary Sumners | Jul 7, 2025 | Campaign, Annual Giving, News & Articles
Capital Campaigns are a wonderful way to help organizations take a big step forward in meeting their mission. They can also take a long time to complete, which may lead to donor and volunteer fatigue. To keep campaign success at the forefront, consider creating a...
by Kirstin VanderMolen | Aug 26, 2024 | Annual Giving, Industry Trends, News & Articles
Year-end appeals have been a proven successful fundraising strategy for nonprofits for many years. However, writing and executing effective year-end appeals can be challenging. This guide unlocks five key steps to crafting a year-end appeal that increases engagement...
