The Psychology Behind Fundraising

Infographic | October 4, 2021

The online survey of 1,964 nonprofit professionals was conducted between September 7–October 1, 2021. Data is self-reported, not transactional. In September of 2021, we conducted a survey to better understand how event and online fundraising has evolved this past year, and how nonprofits are preparing for a post-pandemic future. This report looks at some of the year’s biggest challenges, where nonprofits are finding success, and the outlook for 2022. Results are based on an online survey of 1,954 nonprofit professionals, representing a wide cross section of organization sizes and industries.

Infographic | October 11, 2021

BVU’s Nonprofit Stability Index is designed to collect and share real-time data on the health of the nonprofit sector in Northeast Ohio.102 nonprofits responded to this survey.

Infographic | March 24, 2020

Generous, decisive, and determined to help the world, women can have an even greater impact by upping their financial knowledge. Those are the findings of a 2017 report on women and giving from Fidelity Charitable. In addition to identifying the different ways Millennial and Baby Boomer women give, the report also explores some of the ways women’s giving is distinctive from men’s. See the highlights in our infographic below and discover our giving guides created to help both Millennial and Baby Boomer women maximize their impact.

Infographic | February 19, 2020

90% of Americans say that they are more likely to trust and feel loyal to companies that back social causes.' Making your Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) story readily accessible online is essential to engage consumers, attract more eyeballs, and enhance your overall brand image.

Infographic | January 6, 2020

In The State of Modern Philanthropy 2018, we found that recurring donors are over five times more valuable to your nonprofit than one-time donors. The State of Modern Philanthropy 2019 took the conversation further to examine the steps that donors take after making their first gift.

Infographic | December 6, 2021

The end of the year brings some of the biggest giving months for nonprofits. It’s the time of year where donors are willing to give more and in greater quantity! Start preparing early to ensure the greatest impact for your campaign. We’ve outlined 5 easy steps to help increase the reach and impact of your year-end giving campaign.