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4 Ways to Thank Your Donors

Thanking Your Donors

Complete the cycle of giving by thanking your donors. Thank them promptly, so that they know you have received their gift, and let them know how you will use it to further your advocacies. Showing your appreciation fosters a good relationship between your donors and your organization. Most organizations send tokens or gifts to everyone […]

How the Pandemic is Impacting Philanthropy

Volunteers helping philanthropy during the pandemic

The disruption caused by COVID-19 is unprecedented. Millions of people have lost their lives and livelihoods. Challenges to food security, public health, and employment have hurt economies worldwide. Governments, organizations, and individuals have come together to combat the global pandemic, but there is still a lot to do before things get back to normal. Now […]

4 Stages of Donor Relationship Management

Donor Relationship Management Meeting

As leaders in donor relationship management, you understand the benefits of a strong donor strategy. Not only can the engagement of an existing donor database lead to greater ROI in comparison to new donor acquisition, but a strong strategy can also work to enhance the overall reputation of your organization.   Donor retention is an essential part of helping organizations reach fundraising goals and ultimately fulfill their […]

Donor Relationship Management in a Digital World

Donor Management virtually through a tablet

While this uncharted and unpredictable moment in time has posed unique challenges to nonprofit organizations, the need to serve populations and communities has only increased. In the face of this challenge, organizations are remaining resilient despite more than three-quarters of nonprofits experiencing disruption to their services. With this disruption, the focus on digital donor relationship management is more important than ever.   With challenge can come opportunity. Managing donor relationships virtually can now give organizations a unique opportunity to leverage new strategies and […]

How Do You Know You Are Maximizing Donations From Your Donor List?

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Causes and Correlates of Charitable Giving in Estate Planning

Causes and Correlates of Charitable Giving in Estate Planning: A Cross-Sectional and Longitudinal Examination of Older Adults Final Report Submitted to the AFP/Donor Compass™ Planned Giving Research Grant Program July 2008 Russell N. James III, J.D., Ph.D. Assistant Professor University of Georgia For more information, visit www.legacyleaders.com or call 215-351-5180.   Who is likely to […]