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Highlights from 2018 nonprofit giving research
Highlights from 2018 nonprofit giving research

At ASP, our consultation is based on industry best practices and personal knowledge gleaned from decades of combined experience in the nonprofit world.

However, we recognize that the world of nonprofits and fundraising is always evolving. In order to stay on top emerging opportunities and challenges, we routinely review new research published about the sector.

Last year was an interesting year, and our research highlights below bring the proof. We’ve organized the information under five key themes. In addition to the overviews and sources, we’ve included key takeaways that you can apply to your own program. Happy reading!

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You want me to think about whaaaat? Yep, take stock now for year-end success
You want me to think about whaaaat? Yep, take stock now for year-end success

By Jen Pendleton, vice president-Indiana, Aly Sterling Philanthropy

Fall is just beginning and now is the perfect time to take stock of your annual goals and progress to meeting them, as well as your plan and budget for 2019.

Why? Our friends at Bloomerang tell us that 50% of nonprofits receive a majority of their donations between October and December.

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Succession planning: Are you ready for the inevitable?
Succession planning: Are you ready for the inevitable?
Plan for your nonprofit’s next leadership transition with our succession planning guide.

It’s been said that death and taxes are the only certainties in life. We say change is another. And for nonprofits, specifically, it’s leadership change. Don’t let a staff or board vacancy send your organization off course. Read on for more information about succession planning and related resources…

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5 Expert Steps for a Nonprofit Executive Transition Plan
5 Expert Steps for a Nonprofit Executive Transition Plan

When a nonprofit loses their executive director, the transition can be tough to weather. So much of a nonprofit’s identity is wrapped up in how this leader is perceived by the public, as well as how they shape the organization’s culture internally. Without a strong,...

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5 Strategic Fundraising Calendar Tips for Experts
5 Strategic Fundraising Calendar Tips for Experts

Taking on the challenge of improving your nonprofit’s fundraising strategy may seem daunting. After all, it can be tough to keep track of all the moving parts in your organization and even tougher to help guide them to work together. Want to get ahead? Try improving...

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Planning Your Next Capital Campaign: 9 Steps to Success
Planning Your Next Capital Campaign: 9 Steps to Success

Launching a capital campaign is like moving into a new home. If you want the transition to your new home to run smoothly, you’ll need to plan ahead. The same can be said of capital campaigns; a lot of preparation goes into them so that your nonprofit can reach or even exceed your goals.

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Tips for keeping your strategic plan alive!
Tips for keeping your strategic plan alive!

At Aly Sterling Philanthropy, we’re certified strategic-planning enthusiasts. We love to plan. And we really enjoy guiding organizations and their leaders through the process of setting vision and goals to boost their missions. Which is why we get a little sad to hear about…

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