We’re just two days away from our annual fundraising leadership conference: AFP LEAD VIRTUAL. It’s going to be an incredible online event featuring some amazing presenters and two extraordinary keynote speakers: Edgar Villanueva and Chef José Andrés. By tuning in, you’ll also have the opportunity to...
Whatever your political leanings, I think we can all agree that the most important thing in any democratic country is the transfer of power at the highest levels of government—thankfully, this proceeded smoothly and peacefully last Wednesday. Have cracks been exposed in the American democracy...
It is time to stop expecting donor loyalty without showing loyalty. Instead, nonprofits can cultivate a culture of appreciation that keeps donors engaged in their mission. Cultivating meaningful relationships with donors is paramount, and perfecting the art of showing donors love can elevate...
For more than 25 years, AFP’s annual Compensation and Benefits Survey has served as the fundraising sector’s most comprehensive resource for understanding salary trends, benefits, and workplace practices. As the profession continues to evolve — both in who makes up our workforce and in how we work —...
When offered the opportunity to write an article for Hispanic Heritage Month, I immediately said yes. I thought it was the perfect time to reflect on the past 18 months as co-lead for the Latinx Affinity Group. I have the joy and privilege of leading a group of fundraisers who identify as Latinx. I...
ENGLISH Toronto (Ontario) – Les Canadiens ont versé près de 1 000 $ en moyenne aux organismes de bienfaisance selon l’enquête Ce que veulent les donateurs canadiens de 2021 réalisée par Forum Research pour la Fondation canadienne pour la philanthropie de l’AFP et parrainée par Fundraise Up. Selon l...
One in every four Gen Z-ers and 1 in every 10 Millennials identify as LGBTQIA+. How can you reach, engage, and elevate this community, without generalizing these donors and volunteers into one category? There are at least 24 characters in the full LGBTQIA+ acronym. One in every four Gen Z-ers and 1...
Two important pieces of research came out last week, and looking at both, you’d be inclined to think that fundraising and the U.S. charitable sector are doing well. GivingUSA 2021, produced by the GivingUSA Foundation and researched by the Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy at...
Welcome to the July issue of Advancing Philanthropy! Our theme is communications, and we have several articles that focus on engaging and communicating with your donors and audience in different ways to create amazing relationships and connections. And make sure to read Penelope Burk’s take on...