Stewardship Resource Review

The International Steward staff reviewed important books on stewardship, generosity, giving and fundraising. Their reviews are included in the attached document.

The Spirituality of Major Gift Fundraising

My guess is that you or some of your colleagues in the field are thinking, “What the heck are these guys talking about now?” “Spirituality and Major Gift Fundraising?” What’s this all about? Okay, I get it. Today when youRead more…

Wealthy donors differ by generation

Talk about being in the money. Wealth experts estimate that from 2007 to 2061, $59 trillion will be transferred from family estates in the greatest wealth transfer in U.S. history. That amount will be divided among heirs, charities, estate taxesRead more…

London’s Giving to grow place based giving throughout London

London’s Giving is a new network designed to inspire Londoners to give to charities tackling hidden poverty, inequality and isolation in their communities. Launched by London Funders and backed by City Bridge Trust, the City of London Corporation’s charity, it also aims to helpRead more…

India National Resource Mobilization Seminar

The South Asia Institute of Advanced Christian Studies (SAIACS) in Bangalore, India is organizing the next round of training programme for Indian Christian leaders in resource mobilization through the National Resource Mobilisation Seminar. A seminar titled Advancing Christian Stewardship will beRead more…

10 Thank Yous That Delight Donors

Year-end is over! Now what? First, take a deep breath and give yourself a few moments of calm. Second, start showing those donors some love with a thank you. A basic thank you letter is a perfectly acceptable way to show a donorRead more…

Top 10 Major Donor Fundraising Trends for 2014-15

Fundraising is changing!  Everything is shifting these days. Major donors are still not quite sure they trust you. Donors are changing too. Post-recession donors really are different! Are you changing your own fundraising strategies to keep up with donors’ newestRead more…