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FEP Q3 2024 infographic

FEP Data for Q3 2024 Shows More Dollars Coming from Fewer Donors in a Continuing Trend

Q3 2024 fundraising data highlights a common trend of donor consolidation as seen in previous quarters. While we are seeing a small increase in total dollars donated, with a modest 0.9% increase in dollars raised, this growth masks significant declines in donor participation, particularly among smaller donors (gifts under $100), who saw a steep decline of -12.4%. Additionally, donor retention continues to decline (-4.6%), marking the fourth consecutive year of year-over-year decreases. These trends underscore the challenges facing nonprofits, particularly the need to re-engage smaller donors and improve retention across donor segments.

Mike Geiger

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Every week, Mike authors a blog post focusing on the most pressing and of-interest issues in the fundraising profession. Explore all of his posts and reach out with your own thoughts and ideas. AFP leadership wants to hear from the community! 

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Read the Latest Issue of Advancing Philanthropy

Whether it's AI, ChatGPT, or alternate ways to research donors or raise funds, fundraisers are continually looking for new or unique to aid them in their practice. But what are the true benefits, and what are the potential pitfalls? The January issue explores the impact (or not) of a variety of new tools and techniques as a starting point to successful fundraising and why we always have to remember the human element.

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