Thought Leadership

How can your nonprofit get started using AI in 2024? This nonprofit AI quick-start guide offers the practical, how-to tips you need for fundraising success.

BWF is pleased to share key findings and analysis from Giving USA 2024: The Annual Report on Philanthropy . Presented by the research team at the Indiana University Lilly School of Philanthropy and fundraising professionals at Giving USA Foundation, the Giving USA report is the longest-running, most extensive report on philanthropy in the United States. BWF is proud to be a member of The Giving Institute.

In this article, we’ll delve into the essential pre-planning activities and post-implementation strategies that can make all the difference in the success of your software implementation project.

In the ever-evolving landscape of nonprofit fundraising, leveraging data effectively is paramount. At BWF, we’ve focused on embedding and integrating the best business intelligence (BI) tools into Constituent Relationship Management (CRM) systems. But why is this integration so crucial?

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.

The primary goal of every nonprofit is to make a tangible difference. Strategic planning facilitates this by helping organizations measure their impact, identify areas for improvement, and refine their strategies accordingly. It also enhances reporting to donors and stakeholders, potentially leading to increased support and enhanced credibility. This article explores four critical reasons nonprofit organizations cannot afford to “wing it”.

A fundraising feasibility study is the essential first step in capital campaign planning. Use this guide to conduct an informative study to guide your plans.

Protecting a nonprofit’s reputation is crucial—it’s the most valuable asset an organization possesses. In this article, BWF and Xapien explore how prospect researchers can analyze potential donors not just from an opportunity perspective, but also from a legal and reputational standpoint.

In this article, we will focus on the standards set by Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and the questions you should be asking as part of your overall Responsible AI strategy. With a focus on FERPA and HIPAA compliance frameworks, we delve into the considerations that institutions must prioritize when deploying AI-powered tools.