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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.

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Proposals That Stand Out: Adding Financial Illustrations to Blended Gift Requests

April 25, 2024 | 1PM ET / 10AM PT

Seeking gift strategies and tips for building effective proposals? Join CCS Fundraising’s upcoming webinar!

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How to Build Trust in Your College or University to Maintain Fundraising

April 12, 2024

In the face of declining public trust, your college or university can ensure fundraising momentum with these strategies.

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Your Fundraising Forecast Template for 2024

March 28, 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.

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Charitable Giving During Presidential Elections

February 23, 2024

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.

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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.

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DEI Communication Strategies for Independent School Fundraising

February 5, 2024

Discover how to reach donors authentically and successfully through school fundraising communications including events, messaging, and digital outreach.

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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.

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How to Acquire New Donors for Your College or University

November 30, 2023

Trying to get new supporters for your school but not sure where to start? Donor acquisition is doable with these five steps.

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5 Steps to Maximize Your Year-End Fundraising Appeal

November 29, 2023

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.

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How to Create a Successful Giving Tuesday Campaign

October 23, 2023

Giving Tuesday can be an effective fundraising tool with the proper planning and strategic approach.

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