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An Apple a Day: Donating to Medical Research Organizations
Photo by cookie_studio Our collective health is the bedrock of a functioning civilization. It also helps as individuals when everyone is healthy. That means that we're less likely to get sick when we're surrounded by people who are healthier. As such, there are...
Peer-to-Peer Fundraising Strategies: Empowering Donors
In today's interconnected world, the power of a single voice has been amplified beyond imagination. Nonprofits and charitable organizations are increasingly recognizing that their most passionate supporters are not just sources of funds; they are powerful amplifiers...
It Takes a Village: Ideas for Philanthropy on the Local Level
Photo by pvproductions As the world changes, one thing is quickly becoming forgotten, and that is that it takes a village. Now, the whole saying goes that "It takes a village to raise a child." But it's not only child-rearing that requires the collective help of a...
More Bang for Your Buck: Measuring the Impact of Donations
Photo by pch.vector Knowing how to measure donation impact starts with one simple question: Did your money actually help? While it can be said to be quite a materialist question, it is the whole intention of doing charity after all— that some impact is made with...
Charitable Giving in Estate Planning
Leaving an enduring and commendable legacy extends far beyond passing assets to family members. For thousands of generous, well-intentioned individuals, estate planning represents a final opportunity to support causes that mattered throughout their lives—even when...
Anonymous Giving: A Complete Guide to Private Donations
A 100-dollar bill inside a white envelope was donated to a charity without a signatory. This kind of story happens many times, with thousands of dollars flowing from donors to charities and organizations without a single name attached. In this sense, many donors value...
The Smart Donor’s Checklist for Choosing Education Charities
It is acknowledged that education transforms lives. A single scholarship can launch a first-generation college student into a career that breaks the cycle of family poverty. A classroom library can spark a lifelong love of reading in a child who owns no books....
Understanding Nonprofit Impact Reports: A Donor’s Guide
Every year, millions of charitable dollars’ flow from generous donors to nonprofit organizations worldwide. However, if someone checks the information, nearly half of first-time donors do not send a second gift. And so, the question pops up: why does this happen? The...
Smart Giving During a Recession: 6 Ways to Help Others
When the economy contracts and wallets tighten, a natural instinct emerges to pull back, conserve resources, and focus solely on personal survival. However, history reveals a different story. During the 2008 financial crisis, charitable giving declined by less than 5...
The Greatest Act of Love: What It Truly Means in Real Life and Faith
labs.google You hear the phrase “the greatest act of love” a lot. People use it for grand gestures. A surprise party. A diamond ring. A love letter. But real life tells a different story. The greatest act of love often happens in quiet moments. A parent wakes up at 3...