Thought Leadership

The campaign kickoff is both an exciting and monumental time for any organization. When planning this event, there are several trends worth noting for those contemplating black-tie versus day-of-service–and some questions to ask yourself as you and your team consider the possibilities.

While most healthcare concierge programs are not focused on philanthropy, these programs are playing an increasingly important role in fundraising. With the blurring lines between concierge services and intentional grateful patient fundraising, the question becomes what the appropriate use of data is.

Our 2019 Healthcare Survey, What the Affluent Think About Giving to Healthcare, is designed to keep you informed of the trends and attitudes regarding healthcare giving.

Dementia currently affects more than 5.5 million people in the U.S., and this number is expected to double to approximately 16 million people in 30 years.

Behavioral economics provides a framework to understanding philanthropic behavior.

Women Give is an annual report from the Women’s Philanthropy Institute at Indiana University. This report seeks to draw increased visibility to the role and impact of women of color in the philanthropic sector.

For a growing number of hospitals, particularly nonprofit community hospitals, philanthropy is considered a necessity. Philanthropy is no longer seen as only supporting added extras—it’s now a source of revenue that supports the overall care of patients.

What strategies do you use to identify, track, and vet potential board candidates? Board members are your top donors, your most vocal cheerleaders, and are fiduciarily responsible for your organization.

Volunteers, especially in smaller nonprofit organizations, are an invaluable resource. Here are some critical points to consider when setting up your volunteer program and its participants for success in a small shop.