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How to Unlock More Gifts: New Research Says Enhancing Psychological Well-Being Is Key

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

By Alex Daniels. Impact isn't the only thing big donors care about; they often want to be part of a large community, says a new study of people with at least $1 million in assets.

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Is There An Inequality Tipping Point for Nonprofits?

Blue Avocado

Trends in philanthropy make this a question worth asking. Even those who remain insulated from the harsh climatological effects will not be immune from the psychological effects of watching this catastrophe unfold. At the same time, philanthropy can pursue the same end. Justice and human rights fare best in a temperate climate.

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Understanding the Psychology of Why Donors Give to Nonprofits

Nonprofit Tech for Good

Why is the Psychology of Giving Important? Across the nonprofit sector, organizations usually utilize the psychology of giving in one of two ways: In one case, the Executive Director, Development Director, or Board Member who’s responsible for creating fundraising appeals assumes all donors have the same motivations for giving that they do.

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Unlocking the Potential of Ultra-High Net Worth Philanthropy

The Charity CFO

The potential within ultra-high net worth philanthropy is truly world-changing, and that’s no exaggeration. In this episode of the Modern Nonprofit podcast, host Tosha Anderson interviews Alex Johnston, founder of Building Impact Partners and author of “ Money with Meaning : How to Create Joy and Impact Through Philanthropy.”

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The Psychology Behind Giving: Motivating Members to Become Donors

Bloomerang

But it’s important to understand that motivating members to become donors is not just a financial ask but an emotional journey, deeply rooted in the psychological connections your members form with your cause. Social proof is a formidable force in philanthropy. When members see their peers engaging in donations, they often follow suit.

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Reimagining Philanthropy to Build a Culture of Repair

NonProfit Quarterly

This article concludes NPQ’s series on Community-Driven Philanthropy. In this series, movement leaders explore what’s possible if philanthropy adopts a reparative model—one in which it supports the leadership of BIPOC communities, not just by writing grants, but by shifting assets and control over resources to frontline communities.

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Need a Lift? 13 Stories That Inspired Us in 2024

Stanford Social Innovation Review

Helping Young People Cope With Eco-Anxiety by Zoey England A warming world is causing adverse psychological and emotional impacts for many young people. Universities may be able to help by building opportunities for students to take relevant action beyond the classroom.