How One Nonprofit Formed a Planned-Giving Council and How You Can, Too
An advisory group can help manage bequests and planned gifts — and potentially build ties to wealthy prospective donors.
By Timothy Sandoval
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In Wake of Travel Ban, Nonprofits See Support Surge
Organizations that serve Muslims and refugees saw big spikes in donations after the president’s controversial executive order. Now they’re waiting to see what’s coming next.
By Timothy Sandoval
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Greenpeace Ties Rapid Fundraising Response to Defiant Message
The group’s display of a banner telling people to “resist,” which appeared to hang over the White House, was part of a much bigger behind-the-scenes push to build support — and find new donors.
By Timothy Sandoval
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Big Charities Closed Out 2016 With a Surge in Donations
Nonprofits hope 2017 will be a success, too, but worry about President Trump’s position on numerous issues and that an economic downturn might be looming.
By Timothy Sandoval and Eden Stiffman
Trump and Taxes: A Guide for Nonprofit Leaders
Rewriting the tax code is a top priority for the White House and congressional Republicans, and it could have big consequences for nonprofits. The Chronicle explains key provisions that influence charitable giving.
By Drew Lindsay, Alex Daniels and Timothy Sandoval
Audio: How Colorado State Fundraisers Make Phone-athons Work
Listen to a mock fundraising call, and see guidelines and survey questions, for tips on how Colorado State University has boosted graduates’ giving by phone.
By Timothy Sandoval
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Charitable Giving Expected to Grow 3.6% in 2017
All types of giving will increase, including from individuals, foundations, and corporations, a study predicts.
By Timothy Sandoval
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ACLU’s Tough Talk on Trump Leads to Huge Fundraising Success
Time will tell if the American Civil Liberties Union’s aggressive stance will continue to resonate with donors.
By Timothy Sandoval
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4 Ways to Modernize a College Phone-athon Program
A top Colorado State fundraiser talks about how the university is using data analytics and a personal touch to keep money flowing in by phone.
By Timothy Sandoval
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New Postal Rates Will Boost Costs for Charities
The changes, which take effect January 22, also include designating standard mail as “marketing mail,” prompting worries that more solicitations will go straight into the trash can.
By Timothy Sandoval
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