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Big News! 🚀 As we mark our 20th year, the Winkler Group is proud to announce a strategic leadership transition. Effective June 1, 2024, Timothy M. Winkler Sr., MA, CFRE, our visionary founder, will transition to Chairman of the Board, passing the torch to Jim Bush as our new President and CEO. Join us in celebrating this milestone and our commitment to continued growth and excellence in the nonprofit sector! https://hubs.la/Q02nh7CR0

Join us on July 11th at 1:00 pm for an insightful webinar on Giving USA 2024! 📊 Discover the latest trends and insights in philanthropy, with a special focus on Florida's community service sector. Learn how to navigate the changing landscape and stay ahead! Register now - https://hubs.la/Q02F44PQ0

What a fantastic evening! 🌟 We're thrilled to have sponsored yesterday's event with Together SC and the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) - SC Lowcountry Chapter at The Opportunity Center. It was a great night of networking, and we couldn't be prouder to support such an incredible community. A huge thank you to everyone who joined us!

What an incredible three days of learning and growth in beautiful Asheville, North Carolina! We had an amazing time teaching our Major Gift masterclass to SAIS members. The view from our presentation space couldn’t have been much better! A huge thank you to SAIS - Serving and Accrediting Independent Schools for having us, and we can't wait to partner again in the future.

Giving USA 2024 numbers are in, and they're not painting a pretty picture for the philanthropic sector. Despite a booming economy and record-high stock market gains, charitable giving took a nosedive in 2023. Here are the hard facts: 📉 Giving fell by 2.1%, despite a booming economy. 📉 Donor numbers dropped across the board, from everyday givers to mega-donors. 📉 Individual giving as a share of disposable income hit a near all-time low at 1.9%. As fundraisers, the ball is in our court. We have the tools and the insights to turn this around. Learn more about what this means for your FY 24/25 fundraising strategies in our full article: 🔗 https://hubs.la/Q02DhKBb0

🔍 Wondering what the Giving USA report really means for your fundraising strategy? You're not alone. Our Giving USA Takeaways are more than a data dump; they're your toolkit for maximizing fundraising potential. Our team is decoding the data and turning it into actionable insights just for you. Get ready to delve into the why behind the numbers on June 25th. Follow Winkler Group for practical insights that empower your mission.

Embark on a journey to discover the untapped potential within your donor base and beyond. 🚀 Our donor and prospect pipeline analysis sets the stage for projected growth and provides you with a clear roadmap to capture your full capacity. Discover how: https://hubs.la/Q02CxYQF0 #WinklerGroup20

You're about to get bombarded with Giving USA data reports. Most will just regurgitate the data. Was giving in 2023 up or down? Which nonprofit sectors saw the most philanthropic revenue? We believe that statistics without context are a waste of time. Each year, the Winkler Group’s Giving USA Takeaways are considered the best in the field. Two things make our summary required reading: ➡️ Insider info: Winkler Group CEO Jim Bush is a member of the Giving USA Editorial Review Board, giving us direct access to the data. ➡️ WIIFM: Our takeaways pass both the "So What" and "What's in It for Me" tests. We provide practical insights you can use in conversations with board members, share with donors, and apply to boost your giving. Make sure to follow Winkler Group and watch for our Giving USA Takeaways next Tuesday. #givingusa

Our very own Jessica Browning, Principal and Executive Vice President at the Winkler Group, recently joined forces with Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy for an insightful episode on their First Day Podcast. Jessica had an engaging conversation with host Bill Stanczykiewicz, Ed.D., discussing the complexities of major and mega gifts in fundraising. Check out the episode to hear more about how fundraisers can balance major and smaller donors, prioritize stewardship, and foster meaningful connections for long-term success. Thank you, Jessica, for representing the Winkler Group and sharing your expertise. 🎧 Listen to the podcast here: https://lnkd.in/eB6c74Gq