Lisa M. Chmiola, CFRE, CSPG’s Post

The Q2 2024 Fundraising Effectiveness Project (FEP) report is here, offering critical insights into the nonprofit sector's performance. While charitable giving increased by 3.7% this quarter, we are seeing a worrying decrease in both the smallest and the most frequent donors, indicating that the increase in dollars is due to a consolidation of large gifts. https://lnkd.in/eBE6Ye5J

More than 20% of U.S. charitable giving comes from foundations. Because they play a significant role in funding nonprofits, they need to make the funding process fair and inclusive. Here are five tips to help funders do this. Kaerie Ray, MBA, PMP, curator and communications officer at the Arnold and Mabel Beckman Foundation, shares how funders can make their grant application and review practices more equitable and inclusive funding on Candid insights: https://lnkd.in/e3R4Zhwb

Thanks Carrie Minnich, MAcct, CPA for sharing this article. Great summary of DAFs and some of the rewards and complexities they bring to non-profits.

As you consider what organizations to include in your charitable giving, review this data from Candid and consider including small nonprofits in your giving. 90% of nonprofits have revenues under $499 thousand. That includes over 1.2 million organizations. Only around 39,000 organizations have revenues over $5 million. Explore the data via the link below: https://lnkd.in/gkkfqDuE

Charitable giving has been in flux for #nonprofits over the last few years, but a five-year analysis shows trends stabilizing. Nonprofit partners can leverage learnings from the Blackbaud Institute 2023 Trends in Giving Spotlight to maximize the generosity of donors across generations. Read the report: https://lnkd.in/g3BNUkHr #fundraising #nonprofit #charitablegiving

Save the date for first ever DAF Day on 10/10! Learn more below ⤵️

This free webinar will cover year-end tax planning, focusing on charitable giving. We’ll show how a donor-advised fund can help you make wise decisions about which charities to support. You'll also see how you can use donor-advised funds to teach your children and grandchildren about philanthropy, and the important role they can play in planning your legacy.  https://trib.al/4DOALiE

The traditional one-time donation is always an honorable course of action, but considering other innovative ways that may have a broader impact is essential. Here are some philanthropic and charitable giving ideas tailored for high-net-worth individuals: https://hubs.la/Q02n-4V-0

It's not too late to join us! RSVP now for "Unlock the Future of Giving: How to Start a Charitable Endowment" on June 4. Learn endowment fundamentals, benefits, and steps to start your own. Perfect for nonprofit leaders, financial officers and board member of nonprofits, philanthropists interested in sustainable giving, and aspiring nonprofit founders. RSVP by June 1 by emailing [email protected] #CharitableGiving #NonprofitLeadership #SustainableGiving

Did you know that qualified charitable distributions (QCDs) from traditional IRAs can be a powerful tool for both donors and nonprofits? Our Tax Director, Emily Smikal, CPA shares how educating supporters on this strategy can amplify charitable impact while providing tax advantages. https://bit.ly/3Y73809 #CharitableDonations #NonprofitTips