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How the Affluent Population Gives: The 2021 Bank of America Study of Philanthropy Analyzed & Discussed

BY: Shelley Goode, KIPP Foundation; William Jarvis, Philanthropic Executive, Bank of America; Dr. Una Osili, IU Lilly Family School of Philanthropy; Sarah Krasin, Managing Partner; Thomas Kissane, Vice Chair
April 11, 2022

Amid pandemic challenges, nearly 90 percent of affluent households gave to charities in 2020, comparable to past years. At the same time, the study found notable shifts in the way donors give across different generations. This represents significant implications for philanthropists and the nonprofit sector going forward.

During this virtual panel discussion, we examine the study’s key findings on the giving patterns and priorities of High Net Worth Individuals (HNWIs) and what this means for nonprofits. Learn practical insights on major gift fundraising, how to accelerate a relationship with a HNWI, and the keys to positioning an extraordinary gift.

PRESENTED BY

Sarah Krasin

Sarah Krasin

Principal and Managing Director

Thomas Kissane

Thomas Kissane

Vice Chair

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