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q1 2024

Cautious Optimism in Q1 2024 but Reliance on Large Donors still a Problem

Q1 data shows a slight increase of 4.1% in dollars raised, while reporting a continued decline of -1.3% and -3.0% in donors and retention metrics, respectively.

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Mike's Message Takeover: Navigating the New Normal: Compensation, Benefits, and Flexibility in Fundraising

According to the 2024 Compensation and Benefits Report, the average fundraising salary in the U.S. saw a modest increase of 0.8% in 2023, rising from $95,841 to $96,621. This figure pales in comparison to the robust 6.7% increase seen in 2022, reflecting a slow growth trend that fails to keep pace with the 3% inflation rate over the same period.

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01 Oct 2024

Leadership: In the Driver’s Seat

Research confirms that CEOs and boards have a central role in leading fundraising effectiveness. When it comes to fundraising, CEOs can be in denial...

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01 Oct 2024

Ethics: Do Your Due Diligence

Recent experiences with dubious donations have a lot to say about the pressure of mega gifts and how that pressure can lead organizations to ignore...

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01 Oct 2024

Ethics: Can Responsible AI Help With Donor Diversification?

The answer goes beyond a simple “yes” or “no.” Too often, my artificial intelligence speaking sessions and workshops end with some flavor of the same...

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01 Oct 2024

Leadership: Equip Your Board to Be Effective, Fluent Brand Ambassadors

Your board members contribute their time, resources, and expertise to support your mission and vision—and ideally, they’re out in the world, garnering...

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01 Oct 2024

Stewardship: Helping First-Time Donors Become Lasting Philanthropic Partners

How can fundraisers transform first-time donors into longtime contributors? It starts with stewardship that emphasizes involvement over investment...

01 Oct 2024

Member Spotlight: Francis Rios

AFP Member Spotlight is a recurring series of interviews with AFP Global members, highlighting the unique individuals and career paths that exist...

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01 Oct 2024

AFP Member Spotlight: Erin Arnett

AFP Member Spotlights are a recurring series of interviews with AFP members, highlighting the unique individuals and career paths that exist within...

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01 Oct 2024

Début de l’audit IDEAA de l’AFP au Canada

ENGLISH L’audit IDEAA (inclusion, diversité, équité, accès et antiracisme) est une initiative conjointe créée par la Fondation canadienne pour la...

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01 Oct 2024

Ethics: Words Have Weight

The terms and phrases embedded in our professional vocabulary have become second nature. But as we speak the language of philanthropy, how can we best...

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01 Oct 2024

Leadership: Growing Others

After serving nearly 100 fundraising leaders through four cohorts, what’s next for the AFP Leadership Institute? In today's dynamic nonprofit sector...

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