How St. Jude Raised $4.5 Billion in Bequests in a Decade
Leaders say trust, technology, and high-touch relationships are the keys to building a planned-giving powerhouse.
By M.J. Prest
Senior Editor, Solutions
Meet the Man Who Revitalized the Louvre’s U.S. Donors
Thomas Moore says curiosity, in‑person meetings, and strong boundaries matter more than polished pitches. His advice: lead with sincerity, protect your team, and make every donor touchpoint worth someone’s time.
By Stephanie Beasley
Senior Writer
Tax Law to Cost Charities $5.7 Billion. What to Do Now.
The research focuses on two anticipated effects of the tax law: an annual loss of billions from donors who itemize their taxes and an influx of 8 million small-dollar donors lured back to charitable giving by the tax breaks.
By Rasheeda Childress
Senior Editor, Fundraising
What Nonprofits Get Wrong About Gen Z Donors Like Me
Nonprofits are obsessed with cracking the Gen Z code — but one insider says the real problem is that they're asking the wrong questions.
By Noah Huseman
Contributor
Tax Changes Drove a DAF Boom. Here’s How to Unlock More Giving.
With DAF assets at an all-time high, experts share proven ways to reach donors and move them to give.
By M.J. Prest
Senior Editor, Solutions
The Combined Federal Campaign Goes Dark
After more than 60 years, the federal workplace giving effort appears to be shutting down.
By Alex Daniels
Senior Editor, Foundations
Tax Breaks Could Nudge Cautious Donors to Give More
A recent survey found that three-quarters of respondents didn’t know about the new tax-law changes.
By Rasheeda Childress
Senior Editor, Fundraising
Jeffrey Epstein’s Ties With Academics Show Why Screening Potential Donors Matters
Most universities screen potential donors, but they may step up those policies and procedures.
By Brian Herman
The Conversation
Why Monthly Giving Is the Secret Weapon for Sustainable Fundraising
Monthly giving reliably provides big chunks of revenue because donors stick with the programs.
By Rasheeda Childress
Senior Editor, Fundraising
45 Arts Nonprofits Join Forces to Buck National Giving Trends
An arts collaborative went from raising $3.8 million in 2021 to $9 million in the 2025 campaign.
By Rasheeda Childress
Senior Editor, Fundraising
What Boosts Giving After a Disaster
How charities can make their campaigns more effective – whether the cause is close to home or far away.
By Natalina Zlatevska and Aimee E. Smith
How Americans Feel About Crowdsourcing
Some kinds of requests resonate more with potential donors than others.
By James Pollard and Linley Sanders
5 Trends That Will Shape Fundraising in 2026
How AI, the new tax law, an uncertain economy, and more will change how nonprofits raise money.
By Rasheeda Childress
Senior Editor, Fundraising
Donors Are Vetting You on LinkedIn. Here’s How to Win Them Over.
Four ways to leverage LinkedIn to burnish your reputation with donors.
By Allison Holton and Bonnie Shea
Most U.S. Adults Aren’t Making Year-End Charitable Gifts, New Poll Finds
About half U.S. adults say they've already made their charitable contributions for 2025.
By James Pollard and Linley Sanders
5 Ways to Grow Your Planned Gifts
Experts share practical ways to make your legacy-giving program thrive.
By M.J. Prest
Senior Editor, Solutions