As funding shifts, dance companies are finding creative, sustainable paths forward. From guiding donor gifts to planning with caution, here’s how arts leaders can approach funding with artistry and care.
Pittsburgh’s theaters face a potential merger as audiences and funding shrink. Here’s what the crisis reveals about nonprofit theater nationwide—and why survival depends on bold changes, right-sizing, and community support.
After Congress cut public media funding, some stations raised millions from new donors. Is this a win—or a warning sign? Here’s what I’m watching, and what I hope comes next.
Federal funding cuts hurt — but they might be the wake-up call arts organizations need to shift toward more sustainable, audience-driven income. Here’s how to start building resilience now.
The Generosity Report by Neon One highlights donor behavior, emphasizing that maintaining donor relationships increases giving. Collaborating with other nonprofits enhances overall donations, while increased donor engagement, through events and communication, correlates with higher contributions.
Donor-advised funds are growing fast—and so are the gifts that come with them. This post breaks down new data from Chariot and what it means for your fundraising strategy.
This week is a Research Roundup, where I’ll write posts about recent research I’ve read. Today is an article about Oregon Shakespeare Festival and the transition to and out of leadership of Nataki Garrett.
I recommend reading Philanthropy in America by Oliver Zunz to understand the recent history of fundraising in the United States.
Cluttered language makes fundraising harder. Donors need to know what the problem you’re solving is, and how you intend to do it. That’s it.
We all anticipate the annual Giving USA report each June. Here are a few observations from the 2024 report, and the big question for 2025.
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