Sanford Institute of Philanthropy

10/15/2026

Ethical fundraising is about more than following guidelines. It's about building trust.

In our latest blog, Joelle Kanshepolsky shares practical strategies for navigating ethical challenges while strengthening donor trust.

Read the full blog: https://brnw.ch/21x6gKw

10/13/2026

It's time for another round of Trivia Tuesday! 🧠

Put your knowledge to the test with this week's questions and see how many you can get right.

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10/12/2026

Preparation is key to a successful year-end fundraising season. 💡

With 37-40% of annual online fundraising revenue generated in December alone, planning ahead can help you maximize donor engagement and finish the year strong.

Now is the time to review your goals, messaging, and donor outreach plans before the busy giving season begins.

10/10/2026

Today is World Mental Health Day. 💙

Nonprofit work is meaningful, but it can also be demanding. Swipe through for 5 simple ways to protect your mental health, from celebrating small wins to making time to recharge.

Your well-being matters. What is one practice that helps you prioritize your mental health? Share it in the comments. 👇

10/08/2026

The biggest giving season of the year is almost here. 💡

Join Jarrett R. Ransom, MBA, for our October webinar and learn practical strategies to inspire giving, strengthen donor loyalty, and finish the year strong.
This webinar is made possible by Bloomerang, our exclusive webinar sponsor.

Register at no cost: https://brnw.ch/21x6dgM

10/08/2026

Ready to make the most of year-end giving?

Join Jarrett R. Ransom, MBA, for Closing the Year with Gratitude and Yielding High Results.

You'll learn strategies to build momentum throughout December, strengthen donor relationships, leverage board and ambassador support, and avoid common mistakes that can impact year-end fundraising success.

This webinar is made possible by Bloomerang our exclusive webinar sponsor. Register at no cost today: https://brnw.ch/21x6f9L

09/30/2026

Want to finish the year strong and inspire more donor support?

Save the date for our upcoming webinar, Closing the Year with Gratitude and Yielding High Results. Join Jarrett R. Ransom, MBA, to explore proven year-end fundraising strategies that can help you strengthen donor relationships, build campaign momentum, and maximize giving during the most important fundraising season of the year!

Register at no cost: https://brnw.ch/21x5s58

09/28/2026

AI can help fundraisers save time, generate ideas, and work smarter. 🤖

But meaningful donor relationships aren't built by technology alone.

AI is a powerful tool, and fundraisers are the experts who turn insights into action, connections into relationships, and generosity into impact.

Here are a few things that still require the human touch. 👇

09/23/2026

Your fall fundraising starter pack is here. 🍂

As year-end giving approaches, our Stewardship Course (FUN 670) provides the tools, templates, and strategies to help you keep donors engaged and invested in your mission, including:

✅ Impact reports
✅ Donor check-ins
✅ Recognition plans
✅ Engagement strategies
✅ Stewardship plans

🔗 Get started: https://brnw.ch/21x5COq

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09/21/2026

Need fundraising strategies that deliver results? The Cause Selling Cycle gives you proven, relationship-centered tactics for every stage of the donor journey, from approach to stewardship.

Swipe through and take notes ➡️✍️