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November and December tend to be the time of year where people focus their efforts on financial philanthropy. Many have an idea of where they want their funds to go, but others may take more time in making that decision. Donor-Advised Funds allow you to make a contribution today and benefit from the tax deduction while maintaining the ability to make informed choices on where the funds are distributed. Donor-Advised Funds are also a great way to teach your children, both adolescent and adult about the power of generosity within your community. Bringing your children into the decision on how funds are distributed is a great way for children to learn about the missions of local or national charities and learn what missions ignite their passion. RBC has a great insight piece on how to navigate the complexities of Donor-Advised Funds to ensure that the philanthropic mission is carried out. If you have any questions about how Donor-Advised Funds can be used strategically while supporting your mission, please don't hesitate to reach out to me to discuss in more detail.

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Asking people who haven’t recently been solicited could increase your donors by 7%. It’s all in the data. Our latest #GivingPulse report, supported by Fidelity Charitable®, provides a quarterly up-to-date, data-driven snapshot of how Americans feel about all forms of generosity, what they’re doing to support the causes they care about and what motivates them to get–and remain–involved. Give it a read: https://bit.ly/3Vne747

Just found this great report by GivingTuesday 💙 ... 💬 "...We predict that an additional 7% of respondents would have responded generously to solicitation if they had been asked recently." This proves the old Fundraising cliché, "No. 1 Reason why someone hasn't given to your organization -- Because they were not asked..." I would also add to this: Make the ask! Broadcast Texting 📲 (Upland Mobile Commons) can communicate 📣 your message with timing, ease and most importantly personalization. Prompting your subscribers to engage 💪, advocate 🗯 and GIVE 💸 -- to your organization. 📈 What if a SMS Program could add 7% more to your current campaigns? What could your mission do with a 7% increase?! #nonprofit #Fundraising #SMS #Texting #outreach #Marketing #development #advocacy

I have seen a few negative articles in the media recently about gift cards, and what happens to the leftover dollars after they expire. While Chuffed Gifts are NOT dollar value gift cards, and the vast majority of Gifts we sell are used at one of our awesome experience partners, there is a small percentage of our gifts that reach the 2-year mark without being used. So, we've set up an alternative outcome. Chuffed Gift recipients now have the choice of five awesome Kiwi charities to donate the value of their gift to: https://lnkd.in/gb-cnK-f We set up Chuffed Gifts to be an incredible gift with a great outcome for all, and this is the next step in that direction.

Rising Costs Impact School Uniforms for Families. As the cost of living rises, many families are struggling to afford school uniforms. This essential expense is adding financial stress and impacting children's education. How We Can Help: Donate: Contribute gently used uniforms or funds to local charities. Support: Back policies that reduce uniform costs for families. Awareness: Share this issue to foster understanding and action. Together, we can ensure every child starts school ready to learn. 📚🌟 #CostOfLiving

PEAS are taking part in this years’ Big Give Christmas Fundraising Challenge. This means that every donation made to PEAS before Tuesday 5th December will DOUBLED when donated via the Big Give portal.    This is a rare opportunity to double your impact and more importantly enable more young people to access a transformative secondary education.    Whilst primary education is almost universal across Africa, only 1 in 3 children attend secondary school. Not enough schools exist and where they do, many provide a poor standard of education and an unsafe environment. Yet, getting a good education, in a place they feel safe, is the best chance adolescents have to develop the skills they need to fulfil their potential.    PEAS are aiming to raise £15,000, which will be matched £ for £ by the Big Give to support 430 more young people to access a life-changing secondary education.    PEAS have come a long way in 15 years, from building their first school in Uganda to becoming one of the largest not-for-profit secondary school networks in Sub-Saharan Africa. However, there are still many more young people who do not have access to a safe, quality education.    You can help change this. For one week only, for every student you support, the Big Give will support one more.

Investment in the education of our children has the best ROI

Encouraging charitable donors to include you in their estate plans: Even if current donations are your not-for-profit's bread and butter, you can't afford to neglect planned, legacy or deferred gifts. These gifts, generally made through wills and living trusts, often are much larger. Your employees don't need to be directly involved when donors establish gifts through their estate plans. But your development staff should know […] The post Encouraging charitable donors to include you in their estate plans first appeared on Sam Brown. https://bit.ly/4bq7Uf4

👶👧🧒 The Children's Advocacy Center provides vital support and resources to children and families who have experienced trauma or abuse. We believe that every child deserves love, care, and a chance to heal. And that's where YOU come in! 🙌 🎁📚 We are seeking donations of new items that will bring joy and comfort to these young individuals. Here are some suggested items you can donate: 1️⃣ Toys and Games: Help brighten their days with age-appropriate toys, stuffed animals, puzzles, board games, and art supplies. 2️⃣ Books: Foster their love for reading by donating new or gently used books for all age groups. Inspire their imaginations and provide an escape into the world of storytelling. 3️⃣ Clothing and Accessories: Children and teens often need new clothes due to growth or changes in their circumstances. You can contribute by donating new clothing, shoes, and accessories. 4️⃣ School Supplies: Help them succeed academically by providing new school supplies, backpacks, notebooks, pens, pencils, and other essentials. 5️⃣ Personal Care Items: Support their well-being by donating new toiletries, hygiene products, and personal care items such as toothbrushes, toothpaste, shampoo, and soap. 💙💚 Your generous donations will make a significant difference in the lives of these children and families , showing them that they are valued and cared for by their community. Let's come together and make a positive impact! 💙💚