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Time Saving Insights in Philanthropy and Career Development.

Donors Don’t Just Give; They Invest

The mere act of giving is not what brings major donors to the table. What they care about is the stamp they will make on the world. They see their gifts as investments in the future—a long-term strategy that will become a part of their legacy...

Answer These Three Questions to Craft a Case for Support

A case for support represents a critical building block to any fundraising campaign, including your major gifts campaign. Like a thesis statement in an essay, a case for support succinctly communicates...

4 Simple Ways to Celebrate Volunteers in April

Volunteers hold the hand of a dying hospice patient, help spruce up their church, advocate for kids in court, and distribute thousands of pounds of food every...

Social Media Is a Full-time Job

The key to effective marketing is getting your message in front of your audience. The key to smart marketing is finding a cost-effective way to reach your audience where they spend the most time. Unless you're a...

Personal Development

Drive Your Resume to the Top of the Pile

There is still stiff competition for many job openings, so you need a way to make your resume stand out in a crowded field of candidates. The CCAR model is one proven technique…

Do not be afraid to make decisions. Do not be afraid to make mistakes. Carly Fiorina

Personal Development

Morning Checklist: A Daily Routine for Greater Success

The most successful people of our time have one thing in common: they wake up early! Why? It’s the best time to get things done.

By the Numbers

  • Giving by individuals increased by 2.8% in 2019, to an estimated $309.66 billion.
  • Giving to health organizations increased by 4.9%, to $41.46 billion, by 2019.
  • Giving to public-society benefit organizations increased an estimated 11.1% between 2018 and 2019, to $37.16 billion.
  • Giving to humanities increased 10.6% between 2018 and 2019, to $21.64 billion.
  • Giving to humanities increased 10.6% between 2018 and 2019, to $21.64 billion.

Random interesting stats presented monthly from various sources.

By the Numbers

Consider the recruitment opportunities for your organization that these stats indicate:

  • About 63 million Americans (25% of the adult population) volunteer their time, talents, and energy to making a difference.
  • These people spend an average of 52 hours/year volunteering.
  • 72% of volunteers are involved with only one organization, while 18.3% are involved with two.

Random interesting stats presented monthly from various sources.