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Thrilled to be at CASE Summit in NY! 🎉 Visit Booth 3 for top-tier fundraising insights and consultation. Our experts, David D. Flinchbaugh and Bridget A. Murphy, CFRE, are all smiles next to Lady Liberty — lighting the way to brighter fundraising futures! 🗽 Let's create impactful strategies and elevate philanthropy together. Still time to schedule a meeting 👉 https://buff.ly/3W97jr6 #GrahamPelton #FundraisingExperts #Networking

📢 Latest edition of Elevate Philanthropy, from Graham-Pelton. In the dynamic world of healthcare, the role of gift officers is expanding. Our latest Elevate Philanthropy article explores how gift officers are transitioning from traditional fundraising to coaching physicians in patient and family engagement. Discover the key characteristics of effective coaching, the benefits, and real-life examples of overcoming common challenges. 👉 Read the full article, and subscribe today.

Graham-Pelton is proud to sponsor the CASE Summit in NY next week (July 22-24), showcasing our expertise in education fundraising. Our team of experts - David D. Flinchbaugh, Bridget A. Murphy, CFRE, and Craig J. Leach will be in attendance! 🙌 Visit us at Booth 3 while at the conference. If you'd like to schedule a more intimate meeting, we'd be happy to connect! Fill out this form to schedule a meetup at the conference: https://buff.ly/3y8lKnt #FundraisingExperts #CASESummitNY

Big shoutout to our tag team duo Meredith (Westerlund) Schneider and Laura Stoffel McGarry!

Led by Graham-Pelton Principal & President of Healthcare, Walt Edwards, this session will equip you with invaluable strategies and insights to effectively coach physicians to enhance grateful patient and family relationships. Delve into the shift from traditional training to a coaching approach, highlighting how gift officers can effectively coach physicians to enhance grateful patient and family relationships. Starts tomorrow! Sign up today 👉 https://buff.ly/4bNrqBd

Graham-Pelton will be presenting at the 2024 SC Fund Development & GADP Conference in Hilton Head Island, SC. Our very own Bridget A. Murphy, CFRE will be in attendance, ready to share her expertise. This year's theme is “Aim for the Green: Adapting to Changing Trends in Philanthropy.” Fundraising is much like the game of golf! It is a continuous journey of improvement, complete with hazards, bad shots, tough conditions, and technology updates – just to name a few. ⛳️ We want to help you navigate the course. If you'd like to schedule a meeting at the conference to chat about your philanthropic goals, sign up here 👉 https://buff.ly/3Wm8qVR

Krystal Oliveira Springgate, CFRE joins Graham-Pelton as Senior Associate. Based in New Orleans, Krystal is the Executive Director of Advancement, Health Systems, at Tulane University. Prior to Tulane, she was Chief Development Officer at LSU Health Foundation New Orleans. She has also served in roles at The Citadel Foundation and the Boys & Girls Club of Charleston. Let's get to know Krystal: 1️⃣ What led you to join Graham-Pelton? Graham-Pelton came to my aide in a previous role as I embarked on building a culture of philanthropy. I am so thrilled to have the opportunity to work alongside seasoned fundraisers to pay it forward! 2️⃣ What are you most excited about this role? The opportunity to learn, problem-solve and optimize resources with others in this field - this is what excites me the most about this role and opportunity! 3️⃣ One interesting fact about you? I love to read historical fiction and nonfiction. My favorite book this year has been the Keeper of the Hidden Books by Madeline Martin, a close second would be Boys in the Boat by Daniel James Brown. (The book is SO MUCH better than the movie) Please join us in congratulating Krystal on her new role 👏

💰 The latest Giving USA report highlights that individual giving still makes up a large proportion of overall giving, showcasing how personal contributions are transforming lives and uplifting communities. To complete our series, Laura Stoffel McGarry offers her thoughts on individual giving in America: "Individual giving remains a cornerstone of American philanthropy, making up a significant portion of the overall giving landscape. The latest Giving USA report highlights this, and while the share of individual giving has declined over time, this shift is more about the mechanisms of giving rather than a reduction in generosity. The rise in foundation giving and donor-advised funds (DAFs) reflects a strategic evolution in how individuals choose to donate. Individuals are still the driving force behind these contributions, driven by personal missions and the desire to transfer their wealth strategically. They opt for family foundations or DAFs as vehicles that offer more control and alignment with their long-term philanthropic goals. Understanding what drives individuals to give and the mechanisms they use is crucial for adapting to this evolving landscape."

The 2024 Giving USA report indicates that foundation giving topped $100 billion for the second consecutive year. 🙌 Gerry Wawrzynek offers his thoughts on this trend: "Donors are increasingly channeling their contributions through foundations. There are perhaps a number of reasons, one of which might suggest a decline in trust towards individual organizations alongside a rise in donor sophistication, emphasizing the need for transparency and effective management of funds. Sustained high levels of foundation giving have fostered innovation in philanthropy, with foundations expanding their impact through strategies like unrestricted giving and impact investing. This shift highlights a growing strategic approach to philanthropy, where donors seek assurance that their contributions are managed effectively and transparently. It reflects an evolution in fundraising and philanthropy, emphasizing the importance of trust, transparency, and accountability in the nonprofit sector."

How should nonprofits respond to fluctuating giving trends in uncertain times? 🤔 Bridget A. Murphy, CFRE offers her thoughts on the resilience of philanthropic giving, and the important role fundraisers play in moving the philanthropic mission of the organization forward: “'Good news/bad news' is my overarching takeaway on this year’s Giving USA Report. While it’s positive to see that overall giving reached a record height of $557 billion and results were “better than expected” amid concerns about a recession, conflicts in the world, and continued post-pandemic fallout, overall giving actually decreased by 2.1% when adjusted for inflation. Additionally, the percentage of giving by individuals has decreased while corporate and foundation giving has increased. This is particularly frustrating when we view it in relation to the strong performance of the stock market and rise in disposable income in 2023. So, what does this mean for nonprofits and fundraising professionals? Despite this gloomy perspective, the good news is that this report reaffirms that charitable giving is still one of the most resilient, recession-proof sectors. We often hear clients contemplating pausing their campaigns or fundraising efforts due to 'these uncertain times.' We always advise against this. When have times ever been certain? Year after year, the data consistently shows that charitable giving remains resilient, even during economic downturns and uncertainties. Americans continue to give, but it’s crucial to recognize that this generosity is driven by dedicated professionals who ask, make the case, and connect donors with meaningful missions. Without these efforts, the impact of charitable giving would be significantly diminished. It is imperative, now more than ever, for nonprofit organizations to “double down” by investing in their fundraising efforts, hiring effective professional fundraising staff, increasing their communications about the impact and importance of philanthropy for their organization, and making high-profile campaigns a priority." 🔥 Learn how Graham-Pelton can help your organization interpret the 2024 Giving USA Report for your board: https://buff.ly/4eFTmth