Cultivating Young Donors Promises Big Returns Someday, Survey Finds
Charities should woo people under 35 today if they want reliable streams of revenue in the coming years, even though they won’t see big returns for a while.
By Holly Hall
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Donors Often Overlook Benefits of Giving Appreciated Stock
As the stock market hits new highs, fundraisers are missing out if they don’t explain the tax breaks and savings on capital-gains taxes.
By Holly Hall
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New Tack Helps Gifts to Popular Museum Jump 90%
Board members as well as visitors have responded to appeals to give more and encourage others to do so.
By Holly Hall
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9 Ways Charities Can Help Fundraisers Succeed
Offer flexibility and show them how their work aids the organization’s mission, experts suggest.
By Holly Hall
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Finding Great Fundraisers: Tips From the Experts
Seek out people who communicate well and who will be compatible with colleagues.
By Holly Hall
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Fundraiser Deepens Donor Ties by Putting Them to Work
Margaret Turner, who seeks big donations for the National Museum of African American History and Culture, asks people who give to introduce her to other potential supporters.
By Holly Hall
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Colleges Plan on Big Jump in Fundraising Next Year
A survey of mostly American colleges and universities says 60 percent are working toward an increase of 10 percent or more.
By Holly Hall
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Surge of Remainder Trusts Seen as Baby Boomers Age
The approach could regain popularity as a result of tax changes and rising income.
By Holly Hall
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Experts Question $58-Trillion Wealth-Transfer Estimate
Critics say the report exaggerates how much charities will likely receive.
By Holly Hall
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Institute Overhauls Accreditation Process for Nonprofit Accountability
The changes by the Standards for Excellence Institute come as a study suggests that accreditation can help charities raise more money.
By Holly Hall
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