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The Philanthropy Landscape

Since our founding, we have been committed to advancing the profession of fundraising and helping to elevate the critical role mission-driven organizations play in the well-being of society and of our world. Here, we share insights on the opportunities and challenges facing organizations and their donors along with data-informed special reports. We also share stories of celebration – as organizations realize aspirational goals and demonstrate the impact of their missions.

DePaul University | Now We Must

DePaul University embraced a digital-first strategy for its student-focused, mini-campaign effort, Now We Must during the COVID-19 pandemic. In a...

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Thoughts on Independent Schools from the master of Wellington College

In this article, James Dahl, master of Wellington College, reflects on the wider role of the independent sector as the...

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In an era of social distancing, we are making connections.

Donor first. Data driven. Digital centric. These commitments guide our consulting with clients who are rapidly evolving their own approach...

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Fundamentals of Healthcare Fundraising During a Pandemic

Using our research, combined with the expertise of our consultants and examples from across the sector, we share early lessons...

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Princeton University | Aim High, Be Bold

Every generation of Princetonians assumes responsibility for those that follow. Collectively, they ensure that the students of today and tomorrow...

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Alumni Relations Forecast 2021: Concerns and Opportunities

Clearly, the comfort zone of “we’ve always done it that way,” has been booted out the door...

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National Park Foundation | Protect. Connect. Inspire.

America’s national parks, proclaimed filmmaker Ken Burns, are places “set aside not for kings or noblemen or the very rich,...

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George Mason University | Faster Farther

Students, the work of faculty, campus spaces; these are George Mason’s most valuable resources. The Campaign for George Mason is...

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The Strong National Museum of Play | Powered by Plan

From dolls to dominoes and puzzles to Pac-Man, The Strong showcases the many ways that play can spark a child’s...

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Fundraising Outlook Depends on Vaccines, Stimulus, Equity, Other

If 2020 taught us anything, it’s that projections are hard to make. A look ahead at 2021 giving....

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UC Board of Regents discusses funding, pandemic, entrance exams

The UC system received $2.9B over the past fiscal year, almost half in support of health sciences and medicine...

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What You Need to Know About the SECURE Act

Many of us became familiar last year with the provisions of the CARES Act, which Congress passed in March of...

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Strawbery Banke Museum | Building Community

It takes a village. It takes a movement. It takes neighbors talking over fences to build community. In the early...

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Philanthropy in Aging Services: A National Benchmarking Study

Whether you have a mature fundraising program or getting started, this report is critical for aging services leaders...

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Advice for Prospect Development in the Face of Economic Uncertainty

Karen shares her perspective on the current climate, the Great Recession and advice for what shops can do now...

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Gift Planning: Now Is The Time

Our panelists share major takeaways from our recently released study, The Impact of COVID-19 on Gift Planning...

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The Impact of COVID-19 on Gift Planning

Learn how recent events have impacted gift planning across multiple nonprofit sectors including education, healthcare, arts, culture and environment...

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Ingenuity and Resilience in Healthcare Fundraising During COVID-19

A conversation with Eric Barritt, Associate Vice President and Chief Development Officer, Michigan Medicine Office of Development...

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