Tom’s Takeaways: The Decline of Individual Giving, 2023 Edition
The recent release of the Giving USA 2023 report, widely quoted and the most robust annual review of giving trends by donor and recipient type, showed a decline in individual giving in 2022 of 6.4 percent, or 13.4 percent adjusted for inflation. Alarming? Possibly. Surprising? No. Cause for Pause? I hope so. Why Alarming? Anytime […]
5 Ways AI Can Support Nonprofit Fundraising
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become incorporated into many facets of modern life. AI tools are transforming how business professionals operate. Nonprofit fundraising is squarely amidst this actuality. Some AI tools are excellent fits for specific capital campaign consulting services tasks. Still, they should be viewed as a force multiplier allowing nonprofit professionals to be more […]
Maximizing Fundraising Potential: The Importance of an Advancement Accelerator for Independent Schools
In the competitive landscape of fundraising, independent schools face unique challenges in cultivating relationships with donors and establishing themselves as credible institutions worth investing in. To navigate these complexities, schools can benefit greatly from an Advancement Accelerator—an in-depth review of their fundraising and advancement strategies, policies, and processes. This integrative process can help school […]
Everything You Need to Know About Endowment Funding
At Convergent Nonprofit Solutions, we have long emphasized the role of investors over donors for ROI-driven fundraising. Reliable, long-term support gives nonprofits the resources and stability they need to create impactful outcomes. Endowments are the pinnacle of these nonprofit investment principles. However, endowment funding flips the roles—putting your organization in the driver’s seat behind investments and […]
5 Strategies for Sourcing Major Gifts in Your Next Campaign
Major gifts often account for the bulk of a nonprofit’s fundraising revenue. As a result, it can be tempting to allocate significant time, attention, and resources toward finding major investors. However, with a clear strategy in place, you can effectively source major investors and steward their continued support, rather than focusing your efforts solely on […]
4 Nonprofit Web Design Tips to Boost Transparency Online
4 Nonprofit Web Design Tips to Boost Transparency Online When site visitors land on your website for the first time, your nonprofit needs to do everything possible to make them feel comfortable with your organization and eager to give , volunteer, or get involved in another impactful way. Explore these essential web design tips to […]