Millennials, millennials and more millennials. They’re the talk of the town and a topic of interest in everything from economics to philanthropy. And for good reason.
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A Healthy Dose of Volunteering
We all know that volunteering has a positive impact on our communities and our world, and that it tends to give us that warm, fuzzy feeling (also known as “helper’s high”). But did you know that volunteering can also provide health benefits?
Read MoreResultsPlus Summer School is in Session!
The kiddos aren't the only ones heading to summer school. ResultsPlus Summer School is in session and you are invited to join us!
Read MoreGrowing Empathy in the Workplace
“People will try to convince you that you should keep empathy out of your career. Don’t accept this false premise.”
Read MoreBeers for Good: Fundraising meets breweries
It’s no secret that millennials are changing the world as we know it. From the workforce to social media to philanthropy, millennials are finding new ways to work, socialize and participate in the causes that mean the most to them.
Read MoreMatching Gift Hide-and-Seek: 6 Reasons you’re missing out on matching gifts
Each year, $4-7 billion in matching gifts go unclaimed. This is a ton of money that nonprofits are missing out on that could go toward supporting their missions and allowing them to do the great work that they need to do to improve their communities and the world. Matching gifts, especially through corporate giving programs, are a great way for nonprofits to increase donations and allow employees to give to the causes that mean the most to them, while doubling that donation through an employer contribution.
Read MoreThe Art of Listening: 4 Ways to Listen to Your Donors
Fundraisers, we know that you’ve mastered (or are working on mastering) the art of the ask. You’ve been honing that pitch for major donors, repeat donors, new donors and lapsed donors, highlighting your big annual event, appeal or campaign. We all know how important the ask is. However, have you ever stopped to consider the flip-side; the art of the listen?
Read More5 Ways NOT to Communicate with Donors
We are humbled by the work that nonprofits are doing, and the time, money and heart they put into their missions to make their communities and the world a better place to live. The work being done is valuable, but the nonprofit sector continues to experience declines in giving, according to the FEP and Growth in Giving Database.
Read MoreFrom Global to Local: The importance of local philanthropy
So many donors have big dreams of wiping out disease, hunger, poverty and inequality around the world. And, while this is a valiant goal and vitally important, scholars and philanthropists are encouraging people to focus on local giving.
Read MoreCharitable Giving in the USA 2019 Report: The Lowdown
This year’s Charitable Giving in the USA 2019 Report has been released, and we love having some new insights into the charitable giving habits of Americans. Many aspects of the nonprofit industry are still struggling, but it is encouraging to see the number of people taking part in charitable activity and volunteerism rising.
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