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GivingTuesday x Blackbaud Institute Special Report
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Charitable Giving Report Addendum
In this addendum to the 2019 Charitable Giving Report, you’ll learn how institutions are weathering current storms while still positioning themselves for future growth. Coupled with a review of 2019 charitable giving trends, Sue Cunningham, president and CEO of the Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE), will guide you through how institutions have revised their engagement and stewardship strategies to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic.
2019 donorCentrics® Report on Higher Education Alumni Giving
This annual report is considered one of the most credible resources for insight into fundraising performance in the social good community. Use this as your tool to stay on top of trends and best practices in philanthropy to make informed and successful strategic decisions in your own work!
Supporters in Sight Part 2
Uncovering your major givers’ unique motivations, this report explores the key indicators you should be looking for and the ways you can use affluent donor personas to connect with your highest-impact supporters.
The Next Generation of American Healthcare Giving
The first-ever Next Generation of American Healthcare Giving provides a data-backed look at the charitable habits, preferences, and behaviors of healthcare donors by generation.
Supporters in Sight Part 1
Building persona models can help bring your existing supporters into focus, using the information you already have to cultivate even stronger relationships. Examine what personas are and how you can use them to connect with your highest-impact supporters through personalized engagement strategies.
2018 Charitable Giving Report
Tracking over $31 billion in U.S.-based charitable giving from the Blackbaud Index, the 2018 Charitable Giving Report is one of the most credible resources on fundraising performance in the social good community.
The Right Mix
Your organization could achieve greater success by diversifying its revenue streams and aligning marketing and fundraising to better communicate your mission and impact.
Finding Your Own Right Mix
The Right Mix explored how a diverse fundraising portfolio can amplify your organization’s financial security and sustainability. By understanding the benefits and pitfalls of different funding mixes, your organization can further strengthen donor retention and increase fundraising revenue.
Financial Management Toolkit
Get step-by-step guidance from 12 nonprofit finance experts on organizational strategy, cybersecurity, sustainer programs, and more to learn how you can partner across your organization and reshape your overall funding strategies.
Untapped Potential
Data health is a key part of fundraising success. Fundraisers need to clean data and keep it up to date, so they can use it to develop more meaningful relationships with existing donors.
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