by JK Stewart | Sep 23, 2025 | Strategy
Why Both Transparency and Privacy Matter Nonprofits walk a tightrope. On one side is transparency—showing donors how their gifts are used, proving impact, and building trust. On the other side is privacy—respecting donor preferences, protecting sensitive information,...				
					
			
					
											
								
							
					
															
					
					 by JK Stewart | Sep 22, 2025 | Strategy
Why the Season of Giving Matters The holiday season is when generosity shines brightest. Donors are reflecting on their values, finalizing tax-year contributions, and looking for meaningful ways to give back. For nonprofits, this is not just another fundraising...				
					
			
					
											
								
							
					
															
					
					 by JK Stewart | Sep 21, 2025 | Strategy
Why Donor Surveys Are Worth Your Time Many nonprofits fear surveys will annoy their supporters. In reality, when crafted well, donor surveys make people feel valued. Asking for input shows donors they are more than a transaction. They become participants in the...				
					
			
					
											
								
							
					
															
					
					 by JK Stewart | Sep 20, 2025 | Strategy
The Problem with Relying on Year-End Appeals For decades, nonprofits have leaned heavily on December giving. Donors are generous during the holidays, tax deadlines loom, and the cultural push toward generosity peaks. But depending only on year-end campaigns is like...				
					
			
					
											
								
							
					
															
					
					 by JK Stewart | Sep 19, 2025 | Strategy
AI Is Changing Fundraising Faster Than You Think Artificial intelligence is not just a buzzword. It is transforming how nonprofits connect with donors, personalize outreach, and forecast giving trends. For nonprofit leaders, understanding the possibilities of AI is no...				
					
			
					
											
								
							
					
															
					
					 by JK Stewart | Sep 18, 2025 | Strategy
Why Donor Loyalty Is Non-Negotiable Donor acquisition gets all the attention, but retention is where nonprofit sustainability lives or dies. It is exponentially more expensive to find a new donor than it is to keep an existing one. Personalized impact reports are one...