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Perspectives on Philanthropy | Giving USA 2025
Explore this on-demand video presented by CCS Fundraising in partnership with the Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy, which reveals and discusses the key findings from Giving USA 2025: The Annual Report on Philanthropy.
CCS Philanthropy Pulse
Uncover the latest fundraising trends in the 2025 CCS Philanthropy Pulse report! Packed with data-rich insights from 600+ nonprofit organizations across diverse nonprofit sectors, this free report will help you plan for success in 2025.
Donor Acquisition and Retention Strategies for 2025
Read this article to learn how to develop an effective donor acquisition and retention plan in 2025.

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How to Analyze CRM Data: The Hidden Power of Your Database
Unlock the potential of your organization’s CRM and data management techniques to secure long-term fundraising success.

Nonprofit Data Management: How to Turn Messy Data into Quality Insights
Learn simple steps you can take to manage your nonprofit’s data no matter where you are in your data health journey.

Elevate Your Major Gifts Fundraising Training with These Three Tactics
Strengthen major gifts fundraising training at your organization through sustainable, capacity-building learning practices.

How to Get Alumni to Donate Through Effective Internal Partnerships
Learn how to get alumni to donate for fundraising success with effective internal partnerships at your education institution.

10 Tips for Retaining Fundraising Staff in Healthcare
You’ve hired excellent fundraising staff but are worried about retention. Learn how to ensure that your fundraising team thrives in the fast-paced and high-achieving work environment of your healthcare organization.

Fundraising Considerations for Heads of School: Q&A With John Green
This interview explores the changing attitudes of heads of school toward fundraising, addressing shifts over time, collaborations with advancement, and essential elements for an ideal partnership with consultants.

How to Balance Staff Ratios to Increase Fundraising Efficiency
Are you interested in raising more income, increasing fundraising efficiency, creating a happier workforce, and retaining your talented staff? Consider this high-impact, low-cost approach: optimise your ratio of frontline fundraisers to support staff.

How to Create a Thriving Nonprofit Culture in the “New Normal”
New ways of working can lead to burnout, but building a healthy environment with strong leadership, people, and culture is the key to a thriving team.

6 Steps for Smooth Leadership Transition in Higher Education
As the dust settles on the tumult of the last few years, one trend appears consistent: leadership reshuffling is underway.