2025 SWOT Analysis: Navigating a New Year in Fundraising
Inside the changing landscape of American philanthropy I believe we are going to a new place in philanthropy in 2025. Whether that statement fills you with eager anticipation of what’s…
Thought Leaders – Michael J. Tomlinson
Merry Christmas from BDI
Watch a special holiday greeting from our team to yours! From Michael J. Tomlinson (MT), CEO and President, BDI As you near the end of another mission-critical year of transforming…
Gratitude Pays It Forward in Fundraising
How a Thank You Strategy Can Boost Monthly Giving From David Stolberg, Sr. Account Director/Strategist For too many nonprofits, sending a thank you to donors who give is more of…
In Case You Missed It: Strategies to Connect with Donors in a Competitive Market
Move beyond transactional giving in a trust economy From Michael J. Tomlinson (“MT”), CEO and President, BDI In today’s rapidly evolving philanthropic landscape, nonprofit organizations face unprecedented challenges in capturing…
3 Takeaways from Giving USA: 2024 Annual Report on Philanthropy
Giving trends and data-backed strategies for fundraising From Michael J. Tomlinson (“MT”), CEO and President, BDI In June, The Giving Institute released Giving USA 2024: The Annual Report on Philanthropy.…
QUICKSHOT: The Decline of the Tithe & Individual Giving: A Call to Action for Nonprofit Organizations
Understanding & addressing challenges facing faith-based charities From Michael J. Tomlinson (“MT”), CEO and President, BDI The last thing I ever want is to become known as a prophet of…
