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Donor Cultivation Through Associate Boards

November 18, 2024

Seeking ideas for donor cultivation ahead of “the Great Wealth Transfer”? Learn how to establish and maintain an associate board to engage the next generation of donors.

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The Influence of the 2024 Presidential Election on Higher Education Fundraising

November 1, 2024

This article explores how the election may influence higher education fundraising while offering actionable insights for navigating this season of change and uncertainty.

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What Nonprofits Can Learn from Political Fundraising Campaigns  

October 30, 2024

This election year, take some tips from the political fundraiser’s playbook and bolster your nonprofit’s advancement strategy.

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AI + Fundraising Webinar

October 16, 2024

Explore the transformational potential of artificial intelligence in modern fundraising practices in this video featuring leading experts and practitioners in the field.

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Grateful Patient Fundraising: Leveraging Data for Donor Cultivation

September 30, 2024

In this article about grateful patient fundraising, we explore using data to curate a communication journey that best cultivates grateful patients, converts them to donors, and creates a pathway for annual and consistent future giving.