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A $65 Billion Wake-Up Call for Nonprofits—How to Survive the Shift

Center for Major Gifts

Using Giving USA 2024 and IRS Statistics on Individual Tax Returns , I discovered a massive decline in individual donations that could have long-term consequences for fundraising. 2022: Donations dropped to $386.76 2022: Donations dropped to $386.76 Americans donated 2.1% of disposable income was donated.

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The State of DAFs in 2025: Updates on Donor-Advised Funds

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DAFs incentivize wealthy donors to give more without creating their own foundations, providing new opportunities for nonprofits to receive large donations. Should your nonprofit still target DAF holders and accept donations from them? Are DAFs still popular, or are they too controversial now?

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What is GivingTuesday? A Nonprofit’s Guide to a Global Giving Movement

Blackbaud

GivingTuesday is a global movement that inspires millions of people to give back through donations, volunteering, and acts of kindness on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving. In the United States alone, donations jumped from $400 million in 2018 to over $3.6 donations since the movement launched in 2012 36.1 Key Facts and Stats $3.6

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Anne English: Music and Perceptions of Youth Crime

HSF House

Once the survey is completed, I will spend the remainder of the summer and Fall semesters analyzing and refining my data as well as writing up a final paper for my Honors Thesis defense in the Spring 2026 semester. Additionally, I would like to thank Mrs. Pamela Ford, whose donations have made this award possible.

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Why K–12 Professionals Should Attend bbcon This Year

Blackbaud

We’re combining the deep-dive “how-to” sessions of Blackbaud’s legendary K–12 User Conference ( returning in 2026!) Join us for a full picture of this season to help you forecast and set coordinates for a successful 2026-2027 financial aid season. Together, let’s shape the future of K-12 education!

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Maximizing Donations: The Impact of Payment Options on Nonprofit Donor Experience  

GiveSmart

The same goes for online transactions, including donating to nonprofits. In fact, the nonprofit donor experience relies heavily on the ease and convenience of the donation process. According to CapitalOne Shopping Research, it’s estimated that 54% of online transactions will be made by digital wallets by 2026.