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The Philanthropy Outlook 2024 and 2025
Strengthen your fundraising strategy this year and next with this data-driven publication, revealing predictive insights for the philanthropic sector in the years ahead.
CCS Philanthropy Pulse
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.
Proposals That Stand Out: Adding Financial Illustrations to Blended Gift Requests
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How to Build Trust in Your College or University to Maintain Fundraising
In the face of declining public trust, your college or university can ensure fundraising momentum with these strategies.
Your Fundraising Forecast Template for 2024
Projecting fundraising revenue can always feel daunting, especially during economic and political uncertainty. CCS Fundraising is here to help you plan for 2024 and beyond with tactical guidance and a downloadable fundraising revenue forecast template.
Charitable Giving During Presidential Elections
As we approach the 2024 US presidential election, many nonprofit professionals wonder if and how politics will affect this year’s charitable giving landscape. Read on as we examine research that helps us understand the relationship between nonprofit fundraising and political giving.
CCS Philanthropy Pulse
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.
DEI Communication Strategies for Independent School Fundraising
Discover how to reach donors authentically and successfully through school fundraising communications including events, messaging, and digital outreach.
Everyday Donors of Color: Giving Trends
Gain valuable insights on engaging donors of color and adapting strategies for a more inclusive approach.
How to Acquire New Donors for Your College or University
Trying to get new supporters for your school but not sure where to start? Donor acquisition is doable with these five steps.
5 Steps to Maximize Your Year-End Fundraising Appeal
Did you know that 31% of annual giving occurs in December, with 12% taking place in the last three days of the year? Does your non-profit organisation have a strong year-end strategy to take advantage of these powerful trends? Read our five steps to maximise the success of your year-end fundraising appeal.
How to Create a Successful Giving Tuesday Campaign
Giving Tuesday can be an effective fundraising tool with the proper planning and strategic approach.