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Have a FreeMinute? FreeWill Co-CEO Patrick Schmitt is covering all things impacting the nonprofit sector in just a few minutes. Here are this week’s highlights: ??Consumer sentiment continues to decline, and inflation expectations are the worst since 1993—which means it may still be difficult to get money from donors in the middle class and below. ?? A federal judge blocked the Trump administration’s efforts to dismantle USAID, which could potentially free up some funding in this developing story. ???? Nvidia unveiled next-gen chips that suggest AI is getting exponentially better (currently measured as twice as good every 7 months) Check out this week's video for what you need to know for the week of March 24th—and subscribe to receive the FreeMinute in your inbox weekly on Mondays: https://lnkd.in/e-jPSNES

Many donors want to give in meaningful ways, but aren’t sure where to start. Our new Smartest Ways to Give Donor Flowchart helps fundraisers guide supporters toward the most tax-savvy and impactful giving options, providing donors with a holistic vision of giving vehicles accepted by your nonprofit. The flowchart outlines strategies like donating appreciated assets, making gifts from retirement accounts, and more. Download the flowchart to equip your team with a powerful resource for donor conversations: https://hubs.li/Q03clq4w0

Kick off your week with the latest FreeMinute! FreeWill Co-CEO Patrick Schmitt shares this week’s developments impacting the nonprofit sector in just 3 minutes. Here are this week’s highlights: ?? We’re seeing a dip in consumer confidence (the lowest since 2022) and interesting trends in wage growth between job “stayers” and job “switchers.” ?? Markets fluctuated last week, with international stocks overall up. Folks with investments are seeing a whole divergence — and therefore donors with tax-wise giving vehicles are not beholden to just American markets. ?? Apple AirPods will soon be able to live translate — meaning you can speak to folks in different languages. This could be transformational for nonprofit programming. Check out this week's video highlighting what you need to know for the week of March 17th below, and subscribe to receive the FreeMinute in your inbox weekly on Mondays: https://lnkd.in/e-jPSNES

Grant professionals are the driving force behind nonprofit funding, turning vision into impact. This International Grant Professionals Day, we celebrate their dedication, expertise, and the vital role they play in securing resources that fuel meaningful change. At FreeWill, we’re grateful to work alongside such incredible grant professionals and support their efforts in making a difference. Your hard work doesn’t go unnoticed—thank you for all that you do! If you want to learn more about how FreeWill and Grant Assistant can support your important work, our team would love to meet with you. You can request time with our team here: https://lnkd.in/e_6A_mac.?

Kick off your week with the latest FreeMinute! FreeWill Co-CEO Patrick Schmitt shares this week’s developments impacting the nonprofit sector — all in just 3 minutes. Here are this week’s highlights: ?? We’re seeing new reports on 2024 performance of Donor-Advised Funds reflecting an overall ~20% increase in DAF giving last year, as shared by Fidelity and National Philanthropic Trust. ?? The MacArthur Foundation pledged to increase giving by 20%, signaling more private foundation funding availability to nonprofits in the coming months. ??This week’s latest AI innovation is Sesame.ai, which empowers users to have a spoken conversation with the model, marking a shift to more conversation-based AI platforms. Check out this week's video highlighting what you need to know for the week of March 10th below, and subscribe to receive the FreeMinute in your inbox weekly on Mondays: https://lnkd.in/e-jPSNES

FreeWill has been named to G2's “2025 Best Rookies of the Year list,” which highlights the best new software products of the year! This recognition highlights our commitment to building innovative solutions that empower our 1,900+ nonprofit fundraisers to advance their planned and non-cash giving efforts. Thank you to our incredible partners and the FreeWill team who make this work possible. We’re proud to be on this journey with you and to continue building tools that drive impact. Check out the full G2 list here: https://bit.ly/3F9cUZR.

Kick off your week with the latest FreeMinute! FreeWill Co-CEO Patrick Schmitt shares this week’s developments impacting the nonprofit sector — all in just 3 minutes. Here are this week’s highlights: ?? New tariffs taking effect on March 4th are contributing to a dip in consumer confidence ?? A spending bill with key tax and programmatic cuts has passed the House and is now headed to the Senate ?? New real-time major gift data reveals year-over-year growth for non-cash gifts Check out this week's video highlighting what you need to know for the week of March 3rd below, and subscribe to receive the FreeMinute in your inbox weekly on Mondays: https://lnkd.in/e-jPSNES

Winning grants isn’t just about writing a strong proposal—it’s about having the right foundation in place before you apply. That’s why FreeWill is teaming up with Grant Ready Kentucky to bring you a free, three-part webinar series designed to help nonprofits like yours secure more funding. Led by Melissa Vermillion, MBA, GPC, Chief Strategy Officer at Grant Ready Kentucky, these sessions will cover: ?? Session 1: Are You Grant Ready? Tuesday, March 4 at 12pm ET? – Learn how to assess your nonprofit’s grant readiness and build a strong foundation for funding success. ?? Session 2: Granting Your Wishes Thursday, March 20 at 12pm ET – Discover how to create a winning implementation plan that funders can’t ignore. ?? Session 3: Crafting a Compelling Needs Statement Tuesday, April 1 at 12pm ET – Master the art of writing a data-driven needs statement that makes your proposal stand out. Save your spot today and take your grant-seeking skills to the next level! https://lnkd.in/eJCWkZR5

Start your Monday with this week’s FreeMinute for the week of February 24th! FreeWill Co-CEO Patrick Schmitt shares this week’s developments impacting the nonprofit sector — all in just 3 minutes. Here are this week’s highlights: ?? Consumer confidence dropped last month, but markets remain near record highs ?? The Trump administration is complying with court orders to clear up disputes around federal funding for nonprofits ?? Chinese tech giant Alibaba and Elon Musk’s xAI released new high-performing AI models, underscoring the ongoing AI race Check out this week's video highlighting what you need to know for the week of February 24th below, and subscribe to receive the FreeMinute in your inbox weekly on Mondays: https://lnkd.in/e-jPSNES

Introducing our new FreeMinute series: February 17, 2025 With so many changes happening in the markets, the new administration, and across the nonprofit fundraising landscape, we've launched FreeMinute: a weekly short video to keep you updated on the most pressing developments impacting the nonprofit sector. Check out the first 3-minute video from Patrick Schmitt, FreeWill Co-CEO, where he covers what you need to know for the week of February 17th: https://lnkd.in/eh8vjB7D