CCS Fundraising is exceptionally excited to launch a new, specialized report on gift planning in the Spring of 2023.

This innovative report will provide statistical insights to show the power of planned gifts, the role of planned gifts in campaigns, and guidance for projecting planned gifts based on realization data.

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Raising & Investing Endowment Capital in the Education Sector

March 2023

This report is a collaboration between CCS Fundraising and Koda Capital and explores endowment fundraising best practices for Australian educational institutions.

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Planned Giving in 1-3 Hours a Week

March 9, 2023

This video, presented by CCS Fundraising’s Gift Planning Practice Group, will help you learn how you can make significant advances with planned giving — in just 1-3 hours a week!

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For many school foundations and university councils, generating endowment capital is a top priority. Although there is a popular misconception that endowment funds are harder to raise than capital project funds due to the lack of tangible outcomes, endowments have long-term, positive effects on organizational programs and the people they serve.

While Australian fundraisers do face challenges in raising endowments, the education sector has seen success. Australian fundraisers can build upon this success by adopting the right mindset, dedicating resources, and utilizing best practice strategies.


CCS Fundraising is a strategic fundraising firm that partners with nonprofits around the world for transformational change.

Koda Capital is an independent investment governance advisor and endowment portfolio manager advising Australian secondary and tertiary education institutions.

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How to Balance Staff Ratios to Increase Fundraising Efficiency

May 31, 2023

Are you interested in raising more dollars, increasing fundraising efficiency, creating a happier workforce, and retaining your talented staff? Consider this high-impact, low-cost approach: optimize your ratio of frontline fundraisers to support staff. 

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Perspectives on Philanthropy | Giving USA 2023

June 20, 2023 | 12PM ET / 9AM PT

Join CCS Fundraising, in partnership with the Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy, for Perspectives on Philanthropy 2023, a webinar marking the release of Giving USA 2023: The Annual Report on Philanthropy.

The 2022 CCS Philanthropy Pulse survey report provides a window into the fundraising practices of almost 900 organizations based on data collected in late 2021. Check out both our main report and sector-specific spotlights for Arts & Culture, Health, Higher Education, Human Services, Independent Schools, and Religion below.

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2022 CCS Philanthropy Pulse SECTOR SPOTLIGHT REPORTS

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CCS Philanthropy Pulse

February 16, 2023

CCS’s annual Philanthropy Pulse report provides nonprofits with helpful data to navigate the ever-evolving philanthropic space.

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Philanthropic Landscape Report, 11th Edition

September 1st, 2022

Featuring essential philanthropic research from all major sources in the industry, this exclusive report examines key themes in American philanthropy and the latest data on giving by US individuals, foundations, and corporations.

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CCS turns insights into actions, challenges into opportunities, and fundraising goals into mission impact.

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The 2023 CCS Philanthropy Pulse report provides a window into the fundraising practices of nearly 1,200 organizations across nonprofit sectors based on data collected in late 2022. Key findings include:

  • Organizations across the board experienced fundraising revenue growth in FY21, regardless of their size or budget.
  • Although 62% of organizations saw an increase in donors in FY21, donor retention remained a top challenge, with only 36% of organizations reporting new donor retention.
  • Organizations that invested in hiring and retaining staff exhibited more fundraising revenue growth in FY21.
  • DEI continues to be a driving fundraising strategy focus, as organizations that invested in DEI saw greater growth than those that did not.

Check out both our main report and sector-specific spotlights for Arts & Culture, Health, Higher Education, Human Services, Primary & Secondary Schools, and Faith below.

As the premier global leader in nonprofit strategic consulting, CCS is committed to understanding how nonprofits are navigating the ever-evolving philanthropic landscape and how organizations can best position themselves for fundraising success.

It is CCS’s hope that this report provides nonprofit leaders and fundraisers with helpful data to navigate the year ahead.

SECTOR SPOTLIGHT REPORTS

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Philanthropic Landscape Report, 11th Edition

September 1st, 2022

Featuring essential philanthropic research from all major sources in the industry, this exclusive report examines key themes in American philanthropy and the latest data on giving by US individuals, foundations, and corporations.

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Philanthropy Pulse Report Library

February 16, 2023

Discover CCS’s first edition of the Philanthropy Pulse report from 2022.

How can we help you?

Our unique, customized approach can provide your organization with of-the-moment, sustainable solutions.


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Snapshot of Today’s Philanthropic Landscape, 11th Edition (2022)

In June 2022, Giving USA released their estimates that US charitable giving increased by 2.8% in inflation-adjusted dollars from 2020 to 2021, reaching $484.85 billion.

For the past 11 years, CCS’s Snapshot of Today’s Philanthropic Landscape has compiled and analyzed industry research to provide a snapshot of the state of philanthropy today.

The 2022 Philanthropic Landscape report helps answer questions like…

  • How much do Americans donate to charity each year?
  • What motivates donors to give to a nonprofit?
  • Who are the best prospects for planned gifts?
  • What factors do corporations consider when making community investments?
  • How are foundation grants changing?
  • How are nonprofits integrating DEI into their fundraising programs?
  • How are nonprofits using cryptophilanthropy?

In this year’s report, we assess key areas that nonprofit leaders and fundraisers will want to monitor as part of planning and strategy. Particularly, we offer greater insight on gift planning, high net worth giving, and emerging digital fundraising trends that are becoming more prominent in the philanthropic ecosystem.

Philanthropic Landscape Co-Editors Tom Kissane, Principal & Managing Director, and Aashika Patel, Senior Vice President
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PHILANTHROPIC LANDSCAPE ARCHIVE

See all our Philanthropic Landscape reports throughout the years.

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CCS offers an array of services to help nonprofits grow their fundraising.

New York, NY (May 22, 2022) – Today, CCS Fundraising, the world’s leading fundraising consulting firm, announced a series of transitions within its Executive Leadership Team.

The firm announced the retirement of outgoing Chairman Bob Kissane who has been crucial to the success of innumerable philanthropic and development projects for over 40 years. Bob will continue to support CCS and its clients in an advisory capacity for the foreseeable future.

Rick Happy will become Chairman of CCS Fundraising. Rick has been with the firm for over three decades and has established himself as a philanthropic leader in the U.S. and abroad. Rick will continue to lead the firm’s work throughout the Western United States.

“I want to thank Bob for his incredible service to the firm for over 40 years, and his pivotal role in its strategic evolution over that period. I wish him a happy and well-deserved retirement,” said Rick Happy, incoming CCS Chairman. “These last three decades, it has been an honor to serve our incredible clients and I’m looking forward to continuing that work as well as the exciting challenges ahead in my added capacity as Chairman.

Jon Kane, who has served as President of CCS since 2016, will become President & CEO. Jon Kane brings over 25 years of expertise in business, management, and strategic consulting, and deep pride in CCS’ work and commitment to its clients to his new role.

Tom Kissane and Robert (“Bo”) Rice, Principal & Managing Directors with over 30 years each with CCS, and leaders in the sector, are taking on the additional title of Vice-Chairmen.

The firm also announced the elevation of Sarah Krasin and Edward Van Saders to the role of Partner. Sarah leads the firm’s Boston office and has been instrumental in growing CCS’ presence and client partnerships across the New England region. Edward Van Saders is the firm’s Chief Financial Officer and has over 30 years of leadership experience. Sarah and Edward join a partnership comprised of 25 leaders in the philanthropic sector.

“I’m delighted to welcome Sarah Krasin and Edward Van Saders to our esteemed group of CCS partners, and to be expanding our leadership team overall,” said Jon Kane, CEO & President. “Both Sarah and Edward have been instrumental in the firm’s development, and their expertise and immense knowledge of the nonprofit sector will continue to be incredible assets as we look toward the firm’s growth in the future.”


About CCS Fundraising

CCS Fundraising is a strategic consulting firm that has partnered with nonprofits for transformational change for 75 years. CCS Fundraising provides a wide range of services that support and strengthen nonprofit fundraising programs, including campaign management, strategic planning, data analytics, and major gift strategy. The firm’s experts, skilled in campaign and development strategy, work closely with organizations of all sizes across nonprofit sectors and geographies.

Our latest infographic provides a review of CCS’s recent activities by the numbers.

If you have any questions about this publication or about CCS in general, please contact info@ccsfundraising.com.

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One Year Later, CCS’s Re-affirmed Commitment to DEI & Racial Justice

June 4, 2021

One year ago, CCS purposefully affirmed our commitment to racial justice and our efforts to foster a more inclusive and equitable world. Today, we remain dedicated and steadfast in pushing this commitment forward.

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Everyday Donors of Color: Uncovering the Latest Research

August 27, 2021

CCS is proud to partner with the IU Lilly Family School of Philanthropy on the release of the Everyday Donors of Color report, funded by the Gates Foundation.

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3 Reasons C-Suite Leadership at Health Organizations Should Invest in Philanthropy

May 31, 2023

The return on investment for philanthropic activity is unparalleled for healthcare organizations. Learn how to make a case for investment in philanthropy to your C-suite executive leadership.

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Perspectives on Philanthropy | Giving USA 2023

June 20, 2023 | 12PM ET / 9AM PT

Join CCS Fundraising, in partnership with the Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy, for Perspectives on Philanthropy 2023, a webinar marking the release of Giving USA 2023: The Annual Report on Philanthropy.

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Perspectives on Philanthropy | Giving USA 2023

June 20, 2023 | 12PM ET / 9AM PT

Join CCS Fundraising, in partnership with the Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy, for Perspectives on Philanthropy 2023, a webinar marking the release of Giving USA 2023: The Annual Report on Philanthropy.

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Revolutionizing Fundraising Part I: Six Ways AI is Transforming the Nonprofit Sector

April 24, 2023

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been making waves across industries, and the world of fundraising is no exception. So how can you leverage the power of data to raise dollars?

If you have any questions about this publication or about CCS in general, please contact marketing@ccsfundraising.com.

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3 Reasons C-Suite Leadership at Health Organizations Should Invest in Philanthropy

May 31, 2023

The return on investment for philanthropic activity is unparalleled for healthcare organizations. Learn how to make a case for investment in philanthropy to your C-suite executive leadership.

Event

Perspectives on Philanthropy | Giving USA 2023

June 20, 2023 | 12PM ET / 9AM PT

Join CCS Fundraising, in partnership with the Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy, for Perspectives on Philanthropy 2023, a webinar marking the release of Giving USA 2023: The Annual Report on Philanthropy.

SEE ALL IN: Health