White Paper

Reversing Donor Declines: Why Everyday Donors are the Key to Long-Term Philanthropic Growth

At BWF, we’ve partnered with institutions across the globe that are rewriting this story and not accepting this trend as inevitable. Their secret? Strategic investments in engagement, modern digital approaches, and an unapologetic belief in the long-term power of everyday donors.

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Communicating for Impact: Trends Reshaping How We Communicate with Donors

It’s a brand-new world in many ways. Today, we quickly go from the novel to the mundane (remember hashtags?) and ubiquitous (think AI, digital wallets). And communicating effectively with donors now requires an updated toolkit and both a different mindset and a new skillset. In this white paper, we’ll examine these trends and identify ways for you to embrace them.

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Healthcare Survey Deep Dive Part 2: Influences on Philanthropic Decision-Making

Part 2 in this series will delve deeper into how these patterns not only shed light on what motivates donors but also highlight the various influences that can impact their decision making process.

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Healthcare Survey Deep Dive Part 1: Donor Motivations

Part 1 in this series takes a deep dive into donor motivations and how an understanding of what inspires a donor to support a healthcare organization can help inform the development of strategies more likely to positively influence identification, engagement, and solicitation outcomes.

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Revitalizing the Donor Pipeline Through Annual Giving

Navigating the evolving philanthropic terrain is imperative for organizations to recalibrate their focus. Investing in base-level giving is not merely a tactic for immediate gains but a strategic imperative for pipeline development. BWF looked at a data set from 12 different colleges and universities to uncover trends and provide evidence to support investment in the donor pipeline. This whitepaper discusses key takeaways and recommendations for your organization.

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How to Ensure Your Strategic Planning Powers Organizational Success

Are you ready for a strategic plan? Strategic plans are incredibly valuable tools, particularly for nonprofit organizations that are always trying to balance meeting the needs of those they serve with often increasingly fewer resources. BWF’s Tracey Storey dives into the questions you should ask yourself as you consider undertaking a strategic planning process.

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You Might Be Undervaluing the Donor Experience in Your Fundraising Program

One of the most trending topics in fundraising in recent years is the rise of Donor Experience offices. What are charities doing to up their game for the benefit of donors? What are the factors that influence donor retention? This white paper explores the importance of these programs and provides insights for those crafting their own programs.

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Considering Data Inclusivity    

Our newest white paper, Blending Data Governance and Constituent Engagement to Build an Inclusive Database, approaches this topic in-depth and concentrates on leveraging the union of data governance and constituent engagement to achieve data inclusivity for your organization.

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Partners in Philanthropy: The Hospital/Health System CEO and CDO

Look behind the scenes of any significant capital campaign or in the hallways of a high-performing hospital foundation, and you will likely find the hospital or health system chief executive officer (CEO) in lock step with the foundation head or chief development officer (CDO).

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