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New research by the Center for Effective Philanthropy (CEP) reveals that fewer than a third of foundations fund nonprofit endowments, and for those that do, these grants represent a small fraction of their giving. While in recent years endowment giving has been championed as a way to advance equity, CEP’s new research finds that for those foundations that do fund endowments, advancing equity is not their primary consideration. Download the full report: https://lnkd.in/g89vnXHT

Exciting news! The 2024 Philanthropic Landscape report is now available for download! I’m proud to share CCS Fundraising's comprehensive analysis of the latest trends shaping philanthropy. This 13th edition report, packed with insights from Giving USA and other industry leaders, is an essential tool for anyone seeking to strengthen their fundraising strategies. The report covers everything from the rise of donor-advised funds and how to build an AI-ready culture to trends in election-year, individual, foundation, and corporate giving. These insights will help you refine your approach, identify new opportunities, and position your organization for success in 2024 and beyond. 📥 Check out the full report (it's free!) and let me know what you think: https://bit.ly/3MEpWiv #Philanthropy #Fundraising #GivingTrends #Nonprofits #CCSPhilanthropicLandscapeReport

As we head into giving season, it is important to not only shore up funding sources but also to diversify them. 💵🔄💵 Did you know that the 20% of your donors who give the most, generate 80% of your donation revenue? Do you have a plan for identifying and cultivating these donors? 🌱 Did you know that the estimated value of volunteer work is over $29 per hour? Do you have a plan for leveraging that? 📆 With "The-Ultimate-Guide-to-Diversifying-Your-Funding-Streams" (provided by Grantstation) you will learn about ten different income sources and how to make a plan for each. Download the free guide now @ https://lnkd.in/gauQcNPZ #Givingseason #nonprofitfundraising #fundraising

🚨 NEW CEP RESEARCH out now! 🚨 CEP's new report, "Funding Nonprofit Endowments: Foundation Perspectives and Practices," sheds light on the prevalence and approach to funding nonprofit endowments. Read the report here 👇 https://lnkd.in/eB5yZT6W   While in recent years, endowment giving has been championed as a way to advance equity, CEP's report finds that advancing equity is not the primary consideration for most foundations that fund nonprofit endowments. Simultaneously today, The Bridgespan Group shares a new case study of how one organization - the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation - has used endowment funding to advance equity goals. Find their new report here: https://lnkd.in/eypW7C-q

📢 Faith-based nonprofits 📢 - are you curious about how your fundraising efforts stack up? Join Tamara Wheeler and me tomorrow for a webinar where we dive into key benchmarks specifically from faith-based organizations. These types of reports were always incredibly helpful to me as a fundraiser when I was trying to determine what areas needed focus 🔎, and what areas needed celebrating. 🥳 Join us tomorrow!

🤩 Get ready dive into the Virtuous 2024 Benchmark Report, with a specific look at faith-based fundraising. Our our special guest for this webinar will be, RKD Group's Tamara Wheeler. Here are the details: 📆 Oct 8 at 2pm ET: Faith-Based Fundraising Trends - A Deep Dive into the Virtuous Benchmark Report with RKD: In the world of faith-based nonprofits, giving is not just a transaction — it’s a deeply personal journey connected to beliefs, values, and community. Join us as we explore the 2024 Virtuous Faith-Based Benchmark Report and gain insights into how faith-based nonprofits compare to their peers and where the growth opportunities lie.  Register for this webinar here ➡️ https://vrtuo.us/4etD4mZ #Fundraising #Nonprofit #Faith #Philanthropy #Giving #Webinar

Here's the Agenda for our workshop next week. NOTE: The materials will be available after the event, in case you can't make it. May 14, 1:30 1. Overview of Access Philanthropy 2. Determining when to send an LOI 3. How to draft an LOI 4. Next steps  5. Helpful Tools 6. Q&A #fundraising #nonprofits #grantwriting #foundations

Why is core funding essential for nonprofit success? Flexibility, autonomy, and trust – these are the pillars of core (or unrestricted) funding that enable organizations to grow, innovate, and sustain impact. Oak Foundation’s latest article highlights why core funding comprised an impressive 43% of its 2023 grants and how it helps organizations thrive in a constantly changing landscape. Dive into Oak Foundation’s insights on the power of core funding and its role in building resilient, impactful organizations. 🔗 Read the article: https://lnkd.in/eSDPcjCw #CoreFunding #UnrestrictedFunding #Philanthropy #Nonprofits #Grantmaking #OakFoundation #Impact #FundingForChange

Tomorrow is the big day! 🙏🏼 The release of the inaugural DAF Fundraising Report marks a new chapter in Philanthropy 📖 One where nonprofit fundraisers don’t need to sit and wonder: “there’s billions of dollars heading towards DAFs, but is it really helping our missions?” 🤔 For a decade, everyone has pointed to DAF disclosed data as evidence of increased DAF giving 📈 Which is absolutely helpful, but not the full picture 🖼️ What are nonprofits actually seeing on the other end? 👀 How much more DAF support are they actually receiving? 💰 And how do DAF donors compare with the rest of their donor file? 😶🌫️ And what happens when a specific supporter changes how they support - and starts giving from a DAF? 🎁 It’s an exciting time for fundraisers to be able to own the narrative on DAFs for their organization - and have a broad-based, data informed view to share 🗣️ Be a part of the first-ever presentation of this groundbreaking analysis tomorrow (tues July 23) at Noon EST - link to register below 💙 There will be plenty of time for Q&A - and yes, there will be a recording available for anyone that registers in advance ☺️ See y’all there! #fundraising #philanthropy #nonprofit

Now, we are introducing a new segment on our socials: WISDOM WEDNESDAY. These posts will give you quick and practical tips regarding all things nonprofit! This week, we are discussing building an endowment fund. Endowment funds are a game-changer in nonprofit development. They provide financial stability by generating consistent income, ensuring your organization can continue its mission regardless of economic shifts or unexpected funding challenges. By investing in an endowment, nonprofits can: ✅ Guarantee long-term sustainability. ✅ Reduce dependence on short-term fundraising efforts. ✅ Create a lasting legacy for their mission and values. Now more than ever, nonprofits must embrace endowment funds as a key strategy to secure their future and grow their impact. Whether starting from scratch or looking to grow an existing fund, this is the time to act! Book your FREE discovery call today and check out our social media for other invaluable resources! #solutionsmatterllc #nonprofitsolutionsmatter #nonprofitsolutions #nonprofit #501c3 #strategicpartnership #NonprofitDevelopment #EndowmentFunds #SustainableNonprofits #LegacyGiving #FinancialStability #NonprofitSolutions #FundraisingStrategy #DonorEngagement #MissionDriven #NonprofitSuccess #nonprofittips