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Celebrating Women’s Philanthropy in Education This #WomensHistoryMonth Women’s philanthropy is transforming education by shaping institutions, funding scholarships, and mentoring future leaders. ?? With women leading over 70% of philanthropic decisions in U.S. households, their strategic and values-driven giving is making a lasting impact. In this week's blog, experts Bonnie Devlin and Carla Willis share insights on how women are driving change in education. Read here: https://ow.ly/iuQ750VnxCM

AI is transforming the nonprofit sector, making it easier to engage donors, streamline operations, and amplify impact. From ChatGPT for brainstorming to Canva for design, these AI tools can help your organization work smarter, not harder. Ready to harness the power of AI? Read this week's blog from Dunham+Company! Read here: https://ow.ly/owRQ50VjT4X

In this week's blog from Burcham Solutions Group, President & CEO Timothy R. Burcham, CFRE dives into the critical role of change management in major gift and capital campaigns. A successful campaign isn’t just about raising funds—it’s about aligning people, processes, and strategy for long-term impact. From the ADKAR? model to overcoming resistance, learn how to navigate change effectively and set your campaign up for success. Read here: https://ow.ly/9mkP50VeTxX

The political and economic landscape is shifting. For nonprofit and advancement professionals, these changes bring both challenges and opportunities. How can you stay ahead and keep your fundraising efforts strong? In our latest blog from COOPER COLEMAN LLC, J. Michael Durnil, Ph.D., shares practical strategies to help nonprofits adapt, including: ? Staying informed on policy changes ? Reassessing donor engagement & tax strategies ? Diversifying revenue streams ? Strengthening advocacy & compliance efforts ? Using data to drive strategic decisions Read here: https://ow.ly/3eZe50V9zwf

Philanthropy is evolving, not disappearing. While giving has remained resilient for decades, today’s landscape is shifting. Fewer donors are making larger gifts and giving patterns are more complex than ever. Learn more in this week's blog from The Phoenix Philanthropy Group! Read here: https://ow.ly/rIoM50V5AoJ #GIBlog

Low-dollar donors are disappearing, and retention rates are sinking. To build long-term success, mid-level donors must be a priority—they drive revenue and fuel major gifts. In this blog from Publishing Concepts, we break down why mid-level donors matter more than ever—and how to keep them engaged. ?? Read more: https://ow.ly/3QKr50V1FEb

?? In this week’s blog from Visionary Philanthropic Consulting, President Scott R. Lange shares key insights on the shifting landscape of philanthropy. With crowdfunding surging, donor-advised funds growing, and traditional giving evolving, how can fundraising professionals adapt? ?? Read more: https://ow.ly/OFyl50UX8Mb

A recent national study commissioned by Dunham+Company, in partnership with Campbell Rinker, shows bipartisan strong support for the charitable tax deduction! 78% of donors & 59% of non-donors back reducing taxable income through charitable contributions. It’s time for Congress to pass the Charitable Act to strengthen nonprofits and support our communities! Access the study: https://ow.ly/UJVc50UTytH #CharitableAct #NonprofitSupport #TaxDeduction #Philanthropy

Nonprofits, are you ready to scale your fundraising in a rapidly changing world? In this blog contributed by Virtuous Software, CEO Gabe Cooper shares how the Responsive Maturity Model is your roadmap to personalizing donor engagement, increasing retention, and driving generosity—step by step. ?? Read more: https://ow.ly/Y5wV50USHfP

Philanthropy has supported American higher education since 1636, with donations hitting $58 billion in 2023. As institutions face challenges, continued support is crucial. Discover how collective generosity can shape a brighter future in this week's Lighthouse Counsel blog. Lighthouse Counsel Read here: https://ow.ly/S90J50UFE8K #GIBlog