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Fundraising
The DAF Ask That Led Donors to Double Their Gifts
When supporters were persuaded to give using their donor-advised fund, they gave the same or more 85 percent of the time, new research finds. -
Gifts Roundup
Depression Research Gets Big Boost From Steel Magnate’s $40 Million Gift
Plus, Amway heirs gave $20 million to Northwood University, medical students in Ellsworth, Kan., will benefit from a $15 million donation, and a $10 million gift will support budding lawyers pursuing public service careers. -
Gifts Roundup
MIT and Other Institutions to Share $90 Million Gift
Plus, construction projects at three universities attracted more than $35 million from private donors, and nursing students at an HBCU will benefit from a $1 million windfall. -
Donor-Advised Funds
4 Strategies Fundraisers Can Use to Boost DAF Donations
One piece of advice: Tap into your inner Nancy Drew. -
Fundraising
How Big Are Donor-Advised Fund Accounts? New Report Reassesses Data
Separating DAF sponsors that administer mass donations — say, workplace giving programs — from national sponsors like Fidelity Charitable or Schwab led to very different average account sizes and payout rates. -
Fundraising
7 Smart Tips to Reach DAF Donors — and Raise More
Make it easy for these valuable supporters to give, and more advice from experts. -
Fundraising
Want to Connect With DAF Donors? New Research Offers Insights
Among the findings: DAF donors give in multiple ways, and they’re promising prospects to make planned gifts. -
Fundraising
Looking for DAF Donors? Here Are 4 Keys to St. Jude’s Success
The fundraising powerhouse uses every opportunity to let people know it accepts gifts from DAFs, and it tracks data carefully so it can make tailored appeals. -
Fundraising
Next for DAFs? Accounts as Tools for Regular Folks, Not Just the Wealthy
Donor-advised fund providers aim to make their products as commonplace as college savings and retirement accounts. -
Advice
New Year’s Resolutions for Nonprofits — and Tips to Make Them Work
Whether you want to sharpen your leadership, fundraising, or grant-seeking skills this year, here is guidance on how to improve.