Focus on Philanthropy

A blog by the staff of The Curtis Group

Charitable Giving Is Up, Says New Index

Posted June 29, 2010 by Keith Curtis.

Yesterday, the inaugural edition of Blackbaud’s Index of Charitable Giving was released. The news is good.

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Can Giving Pledge Work at the Local Level?

Posted June 22, 2010 by Keith Curtis.

Last week, Warren Buffett and Bill and Melinda Gates issued a challenge to the nation’s wealthiest citizens. Will this have an impact on local giving?

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Giving USA 2010: How It Can Help You

Posted June 16, 2010 by Nancy Chapman.

Now that we’ve had a chance to digest and discuss the data from Giving USA 2010, here are the most important takeaways for nonprofits. 

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Giving USA 2010 Released

Posted June 09, 2010 by Nancy Chapman.

The annual report on philanthropy for 2009, published by Giving USA Foundation and the Center on Philanthropy at Indiana University, was released today.

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Is a DoD the Answer to Your Fundraising?

Posted June 03, 2010 by Wendy McGrady.

Why hiring a development director doesn’t let your board off the hook.

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