Women’s Philanthropy Institute

What can nonprofits learn about engaging women donors? Women Give 2024 shows that women who continued giving during the pandemic often maintained or increased their contributions. The study offers valuable insights into the importance of strengthening relationships with these loyal donors rather than focusing solely on reconnecting with pre-pandemic supporters. Read more: bit.ly/WomenGive2024 #WomenGive #WomensPhilanthropy #PhilanthropyResearch

Did you know organizations supporting women, girls, and LGBTQ+ communities receive only a small percentage of overall charitable donations? This holiday season, your generosity can make a tangible difference by empowering underfunded causes and driving lasting change. How are you giving back this year? Share your plans in the comments and learn more about our Equitable Giving Lab here: https://bit.ly/3OEJ68Y #WomensPhilanthropy #HolidayGiving

Wishing you a joyful holiday season from all of us at the Women’s Philanthropy Institute. Thank you for your continued support and generosity—it’s what drives change and inspires hope for women and girls everywhere. #HappyHolidays #WomensPhilanthropy #SeasonOfGiving

Despite a 112% growth in giving over the past decade, funding for LGBTQ+ organizations still lags far behind other causes. This disproportion highlights an urgent need for more equitable giving practices. Our Interim Director Jacqueline Ackerman and Jon Bergdoll, Associate Director of Data Partnerships at the Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy, unpack the challenges and opportunities in their recent article for The Conversation U.S.. Read the article here:https://bit.ly/4iWlnz4

Over the past 20 years, donors have adapted their giving to meet the demands of a changing world. From moments of crisis to shifting societal priorities, Women Give 2024 captures the trends that have shaped philanthropy. As we look ahead, these insights provide nonprofits and fundraisers with tools to deepen engagement and foster meaningful connections with their communities. Discover more: https://bit.ly/3WgfN0P #WomenGive #WomensPhilanthropy #PhilanthropyResearch

GivingTuesday 2024 broke records, with $3.6 billion raised in the U.S.—a 16% increase over last year. This historic day saw 36.1 million participants, including 18.5 million donors and 9.2 million volunteers. Notably, donating goods saw the biggest year-over-year jump, increasing by 32%. These results underscore the growing power of generosity in all its forms—money, goods, advocacy, and time. NonProfit PRO covers how this collective action is driving meaningful change: https://bit.ly/3D8kzXr #WomensPhilanthropy #GivingTuesday #CommunityImpact #Philanthropy

One area where gender matters most for charitable giving during COVID-19 is in households experiencing income loss during the pandemic. Income loss presented significant barriers for women donors, possibly due to economic pressures or caregiving challenges. Women Give 2024 provides insights into how these shifts affected philanthropy and offers guidance for nonprofits to better understand and support their donor base. Explore the findings: bit.ly/WomenGive2024 #WomenGive #WomensPhilanthropy #PhilanthropyResearch

Women-led giving is transforming philanthropy, with a focus on collaborative, impact-driven approaches that prioritize education, healthcare, and economic empowerment. In the last decade, initiatives like the Maverick Collective by PSI have mobilized women philanthropists to invest in innovative global health solutions. These efforts aren’t just alleviating symptoms—they’re creating sustainable change. Forbes explores how women are becoming architects of social change, driving $100M+ in funding for critical initiatives: https://bit.ly/4f83hXB   #WomensPhilanthropy #Philanthropy #WomenInLeadership #Collaboration

While single women's giving showed resilience compared to other households, the pandemic brought a significant shift. In 2020, their donor decline outpaced that of single men. These findings highlight the adaptability of women donors during times of crisis and provide valuable insights for organizations aiming to strengthen donor relationships. Read more: bit.ly/WomenGive2024 #WomenGive #WomensPhilanthropy #PhilanthropyResearch

Between 2000 and 2020, the average giving by donor households stayed steady. However, single women donors increased their contributions during COVID-19 compared to single men, demonstrating unique patterns in women’s philanthropy. bit.ly/WomenGive2024 #WomenGive #WomensPhilanthropy #PhilanthropyResearch