Multi-year giving is often misunderstood. For some, it sounds complicated or reserved for large foundations. For others, it feels like a long-term obligation they’re unsure how to approach. In reality, multi-year giving is a flexible, donor-centered way to support...
Why this model is becoming more common
More nonprofits are offering multi-year membership options because they:
• Create financial stability without constant re-asking
• Strengthen donor relationships through trust and transparency
• Align donor generosity with re…
By Angie Thompson — Fundraising Strategist & Storytelling SpecialistWith insights from Laura Jensen, CEO, Bartlesville Community Foundation Most people want their giving to matter. They want generosity to stretch farther, last longer, and strengthen the community...
Most people think the heart of nonprofit fundraising is the big event, the big gala, the big annual gift.
But ask any nonprofit leader what truly keeps their doors open, and they’ll tell you the truth:
It’s the small, steady gifts that show up month after month.
Most donors meet a nonprofit for the first time in small, familiar ways:
A gala ticket.
A Giving Tuesday gift.
A year-end donation prompted by a friend or a Facebook post.
A meaningful gift—sometimes called a transformational gift—offers sustained, strategic impact. It helps a nonprofit do more than survive month to month; it allows them to plan, expand, and innovate.
When someone gives from the heart, the thank-you letter that follows isn’t just a formality — it’s a moment of connection. It tells your donor, “We see your generosity. We value your trust. And we’re committed to honoring your gift with integrity.”
But ackno…
If it feels like the ground is shifting under your feet, you’re not imagining it. With shifting government decisions, unpredictable program funding, tax changes, and economic volatility, nonprofit leaders are carrying more weight than ever.
In a community with over 300 nonprofits and a jam-packed calendar of galas, dinners, and silent auctions, it’s easy for a small organization to feel like its event will be just another RSVP in the stack.