U.S. charitable giving reached a record $484.85 billion in 2021, inspired by enduring pandemic-related need, economic growth, and a strong stock market. According to findings in Giving USA 2022: The Annual Report on Philanthropy for the Year 2021 published this week, donors continued to give more to charity than before the pandemic. The increase however did not keep pace with inflation. …
Who would have guessed two years ago that despite the ongoing pandemic, the U.S. economy would grow 5.7% in 2021, job growth would surge, and consumer demand for products and services would soar? What a remarkable and powerful rebound from 2020. At NGA, we provided counsel to clients who were mid-campaign when the world seemed …
We are excited to celebrate National Philanthropy Day (NPD) 2021 to recognize the philanthropic impact of individuals, businesses, and organizations in our local communities. NGA is a 30+ year member of the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP), a volunteer-driven nonprofit dedicated to advancing philanthropy. We are proud to sponsor and encourage you to attend any …
The Annual Report on Philanthropy for the Year 2020 Each year, the Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy (“the school”), the Giving USA Foundation, The Giving Institute, staff at the Sentergroup, and many others work together to produce Giving USA: The Annual Report on Philanthropy, the most comprehensive and accurate benchmark for charitable giving …
As we emerge from the shutdown, we continue in uncharted waters. Our nonprofit clients like you are navigating new challenges as they re-open schools and colleges, churches, youth programs, and other important social services. Every day you are working out the complicated details for bringing staff, clients and volunteers safely back on site while thoughtfully …
Looking Ahead with Patience Boudreaux and Michele Bignardi To kick-off 2021, LACGP president and president-elect, Patience Boudreaux and Michele Bignardi, sat down for a zoom conversation to reflect on the year that was 2020 and focus on the positives they’re carrying forward into 2021. Patience: Michele, you’re one of my favorite people and have been …
2023 Confirmation of Fundraising Counsel Registration NGA has met the registration requirements of the Office of the Attorney General, Registry of Charitable Trusts, pursuant to Government Code section12580-12599.7. Registration No. 730 Effective Date: 1/15/2023 Expiration Date: 1/15/2024 See the Certificate of Registration
This presentation will cover several topics including: State of Philanthropy 2020 Donor Trends and Fundraising Advantages Campaign Strategy 2020 View the Presentation
Adopted in 1993 – Developed by AFP, AHP, CASE & The Giving Institute Philanthropy is based on voluntary action for the common good. It is a tradition of giving and sharing that is primary to the quality of life. To assure that philanthropy merits the respect and trust of the general public, and that donors …
ETHICAL STANDARDS (Adopted 1964; amended Oct 2014) The Association of Fundraising Professionals believes that ethical behavior fosters the development and growth of fundraising professionals and the fundraising profession and enhances philanthropy and volunteerism. AFP Members recognize their responsibility to ethically generate or support ethical generation of philanthropic support. Violation of the standards may subject the …