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The Philanthropy Outlook 2024 and 2025

March 13, 2024

Strengthen your fundraising strategy this year and next with this data-driven publication, revealing predictive insights for the philanthropic sector in the years ahead.

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CCS Philanthropy Pulse

February 15, 2024

The 2024 CCS Philanthropy Pulse report serves as a guide for fundraisers, offering insights into the modern strategies nonprofits employ for development and highlighting avenues for fundraising success.

Article

DEI in Advancement Services: Q&A With CCS’s Felecia McCree and Vered Siegel

February 9, 2024

Learn why and how DEI principles should be integrated in advancement services through our conversation with CCS Fundraising’s own Vered Siegel, Senior Director, and Felecia McCree, Senior Director, Systems.

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Publication

The Philanthropy Outlook 2024 and 2025

March 13, 2024

Strengthen your fundraising strategy this year and next with this data-driven publication, revealing predictive insights for the philanthropic sector in the years ahead.

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Philanthropy and Economic Outlook Webinar

March 12, 2024

The economy’s impact on philanthropy is one of the most pressing topics for nonprofit leaders today. Plan your organization’s fundraising with confidence by with this on-demand video.

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CCS Philanthropy Pulse

February 15, 2024

The 2024 CCS Philanthropy Pulse report serves as a guide for fundraisers, offering insights into the modern strategies nonprofits employ for development and highlighting avenues for fundraising success.

Article

CCS Philanthropy Pulse: Arts and Culture Spotlight

February 14, 2024

This Arts & Culture Spotlight is adapted from the CCS Fundraising 2024 Philanthropy Pulse report to provide an in-depth look at nonprofits in this sector.

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Philanthropy Pulse Report Library

February 15, 2024

Discover previous editions of CCS’s Philanthropy Pulse report to understand how nonprofit fundraising practices have evolved over several years.

Article

DEI in Advancement Services: Q&A With CCS’s Felecia McCree and Vered Siegel

February 9, 2024

Learn why and how DEI principles should be integrated in advancement services through our conversation with CCS Fundraising’s own Vered Siegel, Senior Director, and Felecia McCree, Senior Director, Systems.

Video

Everyday Donors of Color: Giving Trends

Wednesday, January 31, 2024

Gain valuable insights on engaging donors of color and adapting strategies for a more inclusive approach.

Article

Your Guide to Writing a Compelling Case for Support

January 30, 2024

The case for support provides the foundation for your entire campaign. An effective case can excite, compel, and inspire your donors to dream big and raise their philanthropic sights. In this article, we share some common mistakes made when writing a case for support in fundraising and steps to follow.

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Prospecting: How to Identify, Qualify, and Segment Your Donors

January 18, 2024

Prospecting allows you to develop the most fundamental component of successful fundraising: a broad pool of prospective donors.

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