Empowering Nonprofits to Deliver on Their Promises
You exist to change the world. We exist to help you make it happen.
Lead the way with the right strategies and systems to transform your organization, drive philanthropic revenue, and realize your impact.
We understand that the nonprofit space is constantly evolving, and in turn, you must also evolve to achieve your goals. We are committed to helping you excel through change and fulfill your mission.
The BWF Difference
We Lead with the Truth.
Everything we do starts with data. We partner with you to understand your current state in order to systematically craft the right roadmap for your success.
We Bring More to the Conversation.
Our capabilities extend far beyond fundraising. We provide comprehensive solutions that ensure all your strategic, technical, and functional needs are met.
We Deliver on Our Promises, Too.
Delivering exceptional outcomes is all we know. We take a structured yet agile approach to ensure you reach and exceed your goals.
Serving Organizations that are Solving the World’s Greatest Challenges
Client Spotlights
Kansas University Endowment Association
Amidst a leadership transition, preparing for an upcoming campaign, and challenging external conditions, Kansas University Endowment Association (KU Endowment) sought to conduct a development assessment and strategic planning process.
Minnesota Zoo Foundation
Minnesota Zoo Foundation sought to embark on a capital campaign to build a new, state-of-the-art animal hospital. The new Wildlife Hospital and Wellness Center will be a centrally located facility that will dramatically increase the amount of high-quality, preventive care available to the over 400 zoological species living at the Minnesota Zoo.
Featured Services
Campaign Communications
Unlock the power of effective communication in your fundraising campaigns with BWF’s expert campaign communications services.
Donor Relations and Donor Experience
Elevate your donor journey with BWF’s strategic yet heartfelt approach to donor relations and the donor experience, which is designed to deepen the donor’s connection to your mission.
AI and Data Science
Leverage BWF’s AI and data science expertise to transform your nonprofit’s data into actionable insights that inform decision-making.
Systems Selection and Implementation
Expert guidance on nonprofit systems selection and implementation to optimize operations and drive mission success.
Annual Giving and Digital Marketing
Boost your annual giving and digital marketing efforts with BWF’s strategies, focusing on donor engagement, segmentation, and personalized outreach.
Campaign Planning and Management
A comprehensive guide to BWF’s campaign planning and management services, offering strategic, data-driven solutions for successful fundraising campaigns.
Modern Campaign Planning: Insights & Impact
BWF’s newly released book “Modern Campaign Planning: Insights & Impact” provides an expansive look into modern fundraising campaigns—what’s changed, how to maximize success, and how to achieve long-term impact.
Thought Leadership
How to Use ChatGPT for Fundraising: A Starter Guide
Learn how to use ChatGPT’s generative AI power to support your nonprofit’s fundraising campaigns, helping you refine your outreach and connect with donors.
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What the 2025 Bank of America Study of Philanthropy Means for Nonprofits—and How BWF Can Help
The 2025 Bank of America Study of Philanthropy, produced with the Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy, offers an up-to-date look at how affluent Americans are giving, volunteering, and thinking about impact. This article digs into the findings and how BWF is rising to meet the challenges and opportunities.
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2025 BWF Healthcare Survey Results Released
The survey results reveal a broad range of insights into how and why donors support healthcare. From this analysis, five themes emerged, reinforced by six key findings that highlight trends shaping the future of healthcare philanthropy. Together, these themes and findings provide a roadmap for how the sector can continue to refine fundraising strategies, strengthen organizational structures, and adopt new tools to advance impact.
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