Gain insights and optimize results with Five Maples' Annual Fund Analysis. Industry benchmarks, expert recommendations, and data-driven observations provided.

Donor thank you calls are an effective nonprofit communications strategy. Use this thank you call script as a guide and inspiration to improve donor stewardship & long-term giving.

Even in December, the giving season isn't over. Maximize your year-end giving with these 3 simple steps that will help you meet (and hopefully exceed) your annual fundraising goals.

When is the best time to mail your year-end giving letter? Before or after Thanksgiving? Here are the main points to consider when planning your end of year fundraising letter.

Read Five Maples' analysis of why a development director missed her declining retention rate and find out how she fixed it by following a terrific action plan to improve retention.

Organizations that benefit from the year-end surge in giving don’t wait until after Thanksgiving dinner to start the process. They start their plan in January & keep at it each month.