The Blog
If you are philanthropy-curious, you have come to the right place. We are guided by our core value of generosity - in attention, in resources, and in support. Here you will find articles on various topics (and if you are interested in learning about something you don’t see, let us know!)
The Easy Planned Gift
Planned Gifts can be complex, but don’t need to be. If you had to ask for one type of gift, which one would that be?
3 Simple Signs You Need A Legacy Program
Are you toying with the thought of starting a legacy program? Have you been wondering if now is the time? Here are just 3 simple ways that indicate you need to start to ask for legacy gifts.
4 Reasons Why A Legacy Case Statement Will Help You Raise More Money
Many organizations attempt to start a legacy program without this key element - a good legacy case statement is essential to provide the message behind why your organization needs planned gifts. By creating one your marketing and conversations with donors will be much easier and productive.
How to Build a Team Around a Successful Legacy Giving Program
If you are thinking about starting a legacy giving (planned giving) program and are wondering who the players are that you need to get on board, read this post on who you need to help you build a program.
Should You Start a Legacy Giving Program?
Think you are ready to start a legacy, or planned giving, program? It starts with a legacy conversation with a donor, and then there is much more to think about for how your program can grow and be successful.
5 Ways Legacy Giving Will Make You Invincible
Want to stand out from your peers, gain confidence in raising funds and watch your career soar? Start applying legacy giving conversations in the work you are doing already and watch the shifts that will happen as your donors engage and provide more support.
Believing These 3 Legacy Giving Myths Will Keep You From Raising Money
Getting stuck in old habits and mindsets are normal. To get unstuck and gain the success we want we need to uncover and resolve the old myths we were hiding behind. In this post you can explore 3 commons myths about legacy giving that holds you back from getting more gifts for your nonprofit.
3 Ways To Jumpstart Your Planned Giving Program (without a budget)
Don’t put off starting, or growing, a planned giving program because your organization has a tight budget. There are some many ways to jumpstart legacy giving without spending a lot of money. Read here how to raise a lot of money with little to spend.
3 Reasons to Work in Legacy Giving Fundraising
Do you work in a nonprofit and have thought about doing planned giving (legacy giving) as part of your job or doing it full-time? I made the transition years ago and love working in this field. Is it right for you? In this post I describe 3 reasons it was right for me.