Important Planned Giving Terms and Phrases
Important terms to understand before getting started with a planned giving program.
By Eden Stiffman
Senior Editor
Donor Retention Numbers to Watch
The most important statistics for any donor retention program.
By Eden Stiffman
Senior Editor
Sample Annual Operating Budget for a Grant Proposal
An example of an annual budget that Big Brothers Big Sisters of Mid-Maine includes with grant proposals that ask for general operating support.
By Eden Stiffman
Senior Editor
A Sample Gift Agreement From the University of Texas at Austin
The university tries to limit the number of times donors have to sign their name, and prefers to make the signing an in-person event.
By Eden Stiffman
Senior Editor
Tips for Building a Successful Monthly Giving Program
A nonprofit consultant offers advice on setting a minimum donation, preferred payment options, and more.
By Eden Stiffman
Senior Editor
Setting Up a Donor Retention Program
Where to start when considering a serious effort to retain your supporters year after year.
By Eden Stiffman
Senior Editor
Important Terms and Concepts for Monthly Giving Programs
Learn about conversion, electronic-funds transfer, and other lingo you’ll need to know.
By Eden Stiffman
Senior Editor
Seeking Grants: Key Terms and Concepts
The lingo you need to know to apply for -- and win -- grants from foundations.
By Eden Stiffman
Senior Editor
Charity Raises More Monthly Gifts From Bank Transfers Than From Credit Cards
Oregon Public Broadcasting is combating the problem of canceled credit cards by urging donors to use electronic funds transfer.
By Eden Stiffman
Senior Editor
New to Planned Giving? Watch Out for These Common Pitfalls
What not to do when building a planned-giving program.
By Eden Stiffman
Senior Editor