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A practical guide for donors and nonprofit staff on interpreting giving statistics, spotting misleading trends, and using data to make smarter decisio...
The average donor is a myth. Giving is now a game of the few and the generous. I say stop chasing the masses and start courting the committed.
Charitable giving hit record highs, but donor participation is collapsing. The sector's reliance on the wealthy is a fragile foundation for change.
Charitable giving hits records, but donor participation is falling. We can't ignore the concentration at the top. Here’s how nonprofits should adapt t...
Donor-advised funds are booming, but are they right for you? Here's a blunt look at the numbers and a clear recommendation on when to say yes.
American giving is at record highs, but most of us give blindly. Here's my practical, opinionated walkthrough for making your donations count locally,...
Donors aren't leaving because they don't care—they leave because you ignore them. Here's your blunt, practical plan to boost retention and recurring g...
Donor-advised funds are booming, but myths persist. We debunk the biggest misconceptions and explain what they mean for your giving strategy.
Conventional wisdom says acquire new donors, but the data says otherwise. Here's how to build a recurring giving program that actually works, based on...
DAF assets hit $327.87B, but only 25.2% paid out. Is the DAF a tax haven or a giving tool? The data says it's time to use it, not lose it.
Record giving hides a shrinking donor base. Stop chasing new donors and start showing results—proof that impact feedback beats empathy appeals.