In this series, we take a look at the current news impacting the nonprofit sector, specifically fundraising. Our intention is not to be reactive, but to be proactive in our analysis of the news and consider how fundraising and philanthropic efforts can improve outcomes and adapt to meet the times.
Yesterday, we had the pleasure of hearing Gravyty CEO Adam Martel talk about some of the new risks that nonprofits are facing in regards to data security, and how human layer security sures up vulnerabilities that haven't been considered before.
What are the main challenges and questions that arise from using a partially or fully remote working model? Here are some common mistakes both leadership teams and fundraisers will want to avoid.
Knowing a donor's birthday doesn’t provide insight into key pieces of information that could inform outreach. But it does provide a perfect opportunity to start a conversation from scratch without needing an abundance of data.
You may be familiar with phishing as "Nigerian Prince" emails, but hackers are evolving their ability to infiltrate your email that regular spam filters won't be able to detect.
In this series, we take a look at the current news impacting the nonprofit sector, specifically fundraising. Our intention is not to be reactive, but to be proactive in our analysis of the news and consider how fundraising and philanthropic efforts can improve outcomes and adapt to meet the times.
Personal outreach to unassigned donors was the path to finishing the existing campaign and laying the foundation for the next one. How could the University of the Pacific do it without expanding their staff?
Organizations are spending more than ever to secure networks and devices from data breaches. However, more sophisticated schemes and attacks are targeting the people who interact with sensitive donor and business data every day.
What happens when donor interests conflict with an NPO's needs? In this week's Gravyty Fundraising Academy -- how to strike a balance!
AiThority recently covered Gravyty’s newest product, Gravyty Guard, the first data security technology focused on the human layer of security and specifically designed to protect the most sensitive donor data at nonprofit organizations.
Technology empowers fundraisers to personalize multiple touchpoints with prospects and donors alike, throughout the year. Using technology to feign personalization -- the way that mail merges or chatbots work -- is precisely the wrong way to go.
In this series, we take a look at the current news impacting the nonprofit sector, specifically fundraising. Our intention is not to be reactive, but to be proactive in our analysis of the news and consider how fundraising and philanthropic efforts can improve outcomes and adapt to meet the times.
Gravyty launches Gravyty Guard - expanding its AI platform to offer the first data security solution built specifically to protect donor data at nonprofits
For UPMC Pinnacle, logistics and timing are critical to their success as an organization. The fundraising team makes no exception for Grateful Patient outreach.
The best method for developing personal connections is personalizing everything we do to engage donors. While donor data can make this process easier, too much data can create an analysis paralysis for fundraisers.
In this series, we take a look at the current news impacting the nonprofit sector, specifically fundraising. Our intention is not to be reactive, but to be proactive in our analysis of the news and consider how fundraising and philanthropic efforts can improve outcomes and adapt to meet the times.
How do we empower health care & hospital fundraisers to get to the root of philanthropy -- improving patient care and outcomes, getting closer to cures, and relationships and personal connections?
By marrying AI technology and strategy, Pace has expanded its workforce and increased fundraiser capacity, while seeing a remarkable upward trend in advancement's efforts and results.
People give to people. So how can we genuinely personalize our fundraising outreach at scale? Check out this week's Gravyty Fundraiser Academy!
The Met will close for the entire 2020-21 season, signaling a trend for arts & culture NPOs. Here's why AI matters now.
In this series, we take a look at the current news impacting the nonprofit sector, specifically fundraising. Our intention is not to be reactive, but to be proactive in our analysis of the news and consider how fundraising and philanthropic efforts can improve outcomes and adapt to meet the times.
We all know that people give to people, but what happens when people don't have the capacity to connect with more prospects?
There is no secret number of touchpoints it takes or the amount of time given to each prospect because each nonprofit is different and has different standards for what the ideal donor looks like. This leaves lots of room for human error and guessing.
In this series, we take a look at the current news impacting the nonprofit sector, specifically fundraising. Our intention is not to be reactive, but to be proactive in our analysis of the news and consider how fundraising and philanthropic efforts can improve outcomes and adapt to meet the times.
Do fundraisers have the time to do the outreach, communication, qualification, cultivation, and all the necessary touchpoints with planned giving prospects as well as managing the existing donors they already have in the pipeline?
One way to inspire giving and thank donors is with rich and engaging content. At some point, this conclusion leads to the question, “Can we create a video?”
Fundraisers are left without knowing if a prospect has even opened their email, never mind simply forgotten to respond. Without feedback, fundraisers are left in the dark with how donors and prospects are engaging with or considering their outreach.
In this series, we take a look at the current news impacting the nonprofit sector, specifically fundraising. Our intention is not to be reactive, but to be proactive in our analysis of the news and consider how fundraising and philanthropic efforts can improve outcomes and adapt to meet the times.
Personally appealing to a constantly growing pool of potential donors, and doing it in a limited timeframe, makes Grateful Patient outreach a challenge.
With Gravyty and AI, Virginia Tech will set new standards for annual giving.
Who should you cultivate for a planned gift and when should you start the process? Throw away your assumptions.
We know that an incredible amount of knowledge is lost when fundraisers transfer in and out of portfolios, and organizations lose the very insights that inspire giving. We also know that fundraisers were born to build relationships, not enter data into a CRM.
Many higher education leaders are conscious of the short-term effects of the ongoing COVID-19 crisis. But with so much uncertainty, the long term fallout of the pandemic is still yet to be seen.
In this series, we take a look at the current news impacting the nonprofit sector, specifically fundraising. Our intention is not to be reactive, but to be proactive in our analysis of the news and consider how fundraising and philanthropic efforts can improve outcomes and adapt to meet the times.
On sheer volume alone, the largest opportunities to grow giving live deeper in the donor pyramid than most organizations want to go — in unassigned, often unrated prospects. What holds them back? Efficiency.
Maintaining a high-touch environment with donors becomes essential for advancement offices when fundraising is critical for keeping the lights on. In the midst of a crisis, your fundraising operations can’t afford to come to a halt.
Stay clear of the "Top 10 Ways To Upset Your Donors."
Gravyty co-founder and CTO Rich Palmer was recently featured on The Darius Gant Show to discuss how nonprofit leaders are turning to artificial intelligence to optimize their ability to build and maintain relationships with donors.
With record numbers of gifts coming through the doors, some organizations now face a challenge: can they thank and steward donors fast enough to keep up with the intake?
In this series, we take a look at the current news impacting the nonprofit sector, specifically fundraising. Our intention is not to be reactive, but to be proactive in our analysis of the news and consider how fundraising and philanthropic efforts can improve outcomes and adapt to meet the times.
Nonprofits have adapted, pivoted, and created to weather the COVID-19 crisis. As closures continue, how will you compensate for events that have no digital equivalent?
More efficient fundraisers lead to better funding, and better funding can lead to the next Monet, this generation’s Tchaikovsky, or inspire another Jane Goodall. Philanthropy allows art to be accessible by all. Technology allows philanthropy to be done better.
In this series, we take a look at the current news impacting the nonprofit sector, specifically fundraising. Our intention is not to be reactive, but to be proactive in our analysis of the news and consider how fundraising and philanthropic efforts can improve outcomes and adapt to meet the times.
COVID-19 is proving to be the great accelerator of trends that we all knew were on the horizon. Development shops around the country are changing their approach to how they are talking to donors, and even what donors to reach out to.
The donor pyramid is evolving in today's giving environment. How do we find new opportunities within the pyramid, avoiding donor fatigue without relying on the hope that your frontline fundraisers will produce superhuman outcomes?
When is it time to disqualify a giving prospect? The answer lies somewhere between science and street sense.
In this series, we take a look at the current news impacting the nonprofit sector, specifically fundraising. Our intention is not to be reactive, but to be proactive in our analysis of the news and consider how fundraising and philanthropic efforts can improve outcomes and adapt to meet the times.
How can we build meaningful relationships with a large pool of people, at scale, if it’s already a challenge to definitively say that you’ve reached and engaged your entire managed portfolio? This is where AI changes what’s possible.
How do we get back to the fun parts of fundraising -- networking to deepen relationships and inspire new donors? Start from within.
In our new on-demand webinar, Gravyty’s own Kenna Wood, Customer Success Strategist, is talking about strategically segmenting portfolios, but with a twist. She is talking about doing this in a way that leads directly to action for frontline fundraisers by leveraging technology to make the process more efficient.
In this series, we take a look at the current news impacting the nonprofit sector, specifically fundraising. Our intention is not to be reactive, but to be proactive in our analysis of the news and consider how fundraising and philanthropic efforts can improve outcomes and adapt to meet the times.
We are excited to announce that the SaaS Awards has shortlisted Gravyty as a finalist for 2020! As the first artificial intelligence (AI) company focused solely on social good, this recognition for the “Best SaaS for Nonprofits and Education” is an honor and a powerful proof point that verticalized AI can change the world.
Here's why you want to remove "please give" from your vocabulary and start saying, "join me" to donors and prospects.
Food banks have been receiving record donations, both in supplies and monetary gifts. This influx has proven fruitful in the short term for these organizations. But, many leaders are concerned about the sustainability of this philanthropic momentum.
In this series, we take a look at the current news impacting the nonprofit sector, specifically fundraising. Our intention is not to be reactive, but to be proactive in our analysis of the news and consider how fundraising and philanthropic efforts can improve outcomes and adapt to meet the times.
History has shown that an economic recession hurts philanthropic giving. But with the help of fundraiser enablement tools, powered by AI, a down economy doesn't have to hinder fundraising efforts.
Research tells us that shorter messages yield more (and faster) results. Here's a visual trick to test the length of your donor and prospect outreach.
Despite potentially having less staff to fundraise, development offices are still operating and expected to contribute to overall revenue. Now, more than ever, fundraising shops are expected to do more with less.
In this series, we take a look at the current news impacting the nonprofit sector, specifically fundraising. Our intention is not to be reactive, but to be proactive in our analysis of the news and consider how fundraising and philanthropic efforts can improve outcomes and adapt to meet the times.
Many higher education leaders are conscious of the short-term effects of the ongoing COVID-19 crisis. But with so much uncertainty, the long term fallout of the pandemic is still yet to be seen.
COVID-19 is proving to be the great accelerator of trends that we all knew were on the horizon. Development shops around the country are changing their approach to how they are talking to donors, and even what donors to reach out to.
Gravyty, alongside our friends and partner MAZON, is excited to show the world a new technological breakthrough with our new integrated productivity tools that trigger fundraising activities that lead to giving and increase efficiencies for frontline fundraisers, across the board in this on-demand webinar.
In this series, we take a look at the current news impacting the nonprofit sector, specifically fundraising. Our intention is not to be reactive, but to be proactive in our analysis of the news and consider how fundraising and philanthropic efforts can improve outcomes and adapt to meet the times.
In the first webinar in the series, Gravyty and iWave will show you how to evolve your donor pyramid to discover new opportunities throughout and empower your fundraisers to efficiently and effectively inspire new giving that drives revenue — without risking donor fatigue or simply hoping that frontline fundraisers can produce superhuman outcomes.
Gravyty's new integrated productivity tools give fundraisers an amazing lens into donor engagement through engagement alerts, seamless writebacks, email analytics, and more!
What does fundraiser enablement, powered by AI, look like at an enterprise-scale? Gravyty and BrightVine Solutions partner to transform fundraising, inspire giving, and set new standards for technology.
Do you have a renewed focus on your major gift program? Are you looking to start one from scratch? Start here.
Gravyty and iWave are thrilled to partner to present a 4-part webinar series, “Actions to Outcomes: The Opportunities in Fundraising Today.”
In this series, we take a look at the current news impacting the nonprofit sector, specifically fundraising. Our intention is not to be reactive, but to be proactive in our analysis of the news and consider how fundraising and philanthropic efforts can improve outcomes and adapt to meet the times.
Shakespeare Theatre Company recently chose Gravyty to generate new revenue through philanthropy at a time when the doors are closed and typical revenue streams have been closed off. See why their leaders recognize Gravyty as a path forward to save the theatre in our latest video.
WHITE PAPER: Take hold of your philanthropic pipeline with 30-60-90 day reporting. This strategic blueprint aligns fundraising activity with strategic outcomes.
Either your fiscal year is just ending or at the halfway mark. Here's how to build healthy pipeline with first-time donors at any time of the year.
On Wednesday, July 8 at 3 pm ET, Gravyty will be hosting a live demo of our revolutionary fundraiser enablement solutions, powered by artificial intelligence, where you can discover how to personally engage more donors and prospects, build your pipeline, and inspire giving at scale.
In this series, we take a look at the current news impacting the nonprofit sector, specifically fundraising. Our intention is not to be reactive, but to be proactive in our analysis of the news and consider how fundraising and philanthropic efforts can improve outcomes and adapt to meet the times.
This year will require significant innovation and adaptability from advancement professionals across every industry. We think effective leadership and AI can play a vital role and we would like your help.
Recently, frontline fundraisers have been bombarded with industry data that hints at macro-trends to come. But none of this data tells fundraisers what they can do today to impact their organizations. Let's move past the data and talk about action.
Nonprofits around the country can only speculate on how the COVID-19 pandemic, social unrest, and stock market volatility will impact philanthropy in 2020. What does the Giving USA Annual Report data mean for fundraisers?
On Wednesday, July 1 at 3:00 pm ET, Gravyty CTO Rich Palmer will be hosting a very special webinar alongside our great friend and partners Naama Haviv, Director of Community Engagement at MAZON.
In this series, we take a look at the current news impacting the nonprofit sector, specifically fundraising. Our intention is not to be reactive, but to be proactive in our analysis of the news and consider how fundraising and philanthropic efforts can improve outcomes and adapt to meet the times.
Although hospitals are at the front line of treating a growing number of patients amid the COVID-19 crisis, many hospital executives will be the first to tell you that this does not equate to a financial windfall. In fact, the influx of patients means many hospitals are losing money, some considering closing or filing for bankruptcy.
If you joined our webinar with iWave and couldn’t stick around for the Q&A or would like to cut right to the chase, we’ve highlighted some of those inquiries and responses below.
In this series, we take a look at the current news impacting the nonprofit sector, specifically fundraising. Our intention is not to be reactive, but to be proactive in our analysis of the news and consider how fundraising and philanthropic efforts can improve outcomes and adapt to meet the times.
Today’s world is changing faster than most of us can comprehend, affecting both the passions of our donors and the very methods we use to inspire giving. Hidden in this quickly-spinning world are the opportunities to engage more donors and sustain giving from a broader donor-base. In this webinar, Gravyty’s Lisa Alvezi and our great friend and partner, Karin L. George of Washburn & McGoldrick, will show you how to be nimble and seize these opportunities.
Despite potentially having less staff to fundraise, development offices are still operating and expected to contribute to overall revenue. Now, more than ever, fundraising shops are expected to do more with less.
A recent study found that higher education has still yet to experience the true fallout of the COVID-19 pandemic. Many leaders are conscious of the short-term effects of the crisis. But how this will play out in the longer term is still yet to be seen.
History has shown that an economic recession hurts philanthropic giving. But with the help of fundraiser enablement tools, powered by AI, a down economy doesn't have to hinder fundraising efforts.
The spread of COVID-19 has shaken financial markets and led to layoffs across the United States. Collectively, donors have lost billions of dollars in wealth. This economic crisis is already the root cause of canceled pledges, lost gifts, and donation revenues in decline. What is your strategy for making up for this lost revenue?
In this series, we take a look at the current news impacting the nonprofit sector, specifically fundraising. Our intention is not to be reactive, but to be proactive in our analysis of the news and consider how fundraising and philanthropic efforts can improve outcomes and adapt to meet the times.
Join Gravyty and our great friend, John A. Farkas, Jr., of WVIA Public Media on Thursday, June 18 at 3:00 pm ET for a live webinar on what being an AI-enabled fundraiser looks like and the results it yields.
Gravyty's great friend and partner, John A. Farkas, Jr. of WVIA Public Media recently stepped aside to pen this inspiring article on the relationship between philanthropy & friendship during a crisis.
Shakespeare Theatre Company recently chose Gravyty to generate new revenue through philanthropy at a time when the doors are closed and typical revenue streams have been closed off. See why their leaders recognize Gravyty as a path forward to save the theatre in our latest video.
3 Signs That Prospects Are Interested To Commit To Major Gifts
At Gravyty, we are a small but mighty team working to change the world by developing technology to encourage a culture of philanthropy that supports organizations with world-changing missions. In these times of social evaluation, we want our team’s beliefs to be public and clear.
Gravyty and Accordant recently hosted a webinar about how artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming what's possible with Major Gift and Grateful Patient programs for hospitals, especially in the context of today's economy where budget cuts, furloughs, and layoffs are prevalent.
In this series, we take a look at the current news impacting the nonprofit sector, specifically fundraising. Our intention is not to be reactive, but to be proactive in our analysis of the news and consider how fundraising and philanthropic efforts can improve outcomes and adapt to meet the times.
Food banks have been receiving record donations, both in supplies and monetary gifts. This influx has proven fruitful in the short term for these organizations. But, many leaders are concerned about the sustainability of this philanthropic momentum.
When policies are put into place that limit the operations of an organization, leaders must be careful that the choices they make are not only in the best interests of the employees, but those impacted by the work of the organizations itself.
Amid today’s underlying budget constraints many are taking a strategic approach when it comes to human resources: redeployment. Here's how you can efficiently optimize new fundraisers and new portfolios.
Inaction to compensate for the loss of primary revenue will increase the cost of the pandemic on many organizations. And for many nonprofits, the cost of inaction will be insurmountable.
What could you accomplish if a culture of philanthropy was expanded throughout your organization? Here's why engaging faculty, staff, and more is increasingly important for fundraising.
Join Gravyty & iWave for a new webinar as we explore how AI helps workforces adapt to new demands and emerging job functions in our current economy.
In this series, we take a look at the current news impacting the nonprofit sector, specifically fundraising. Our intention is not to be reactive, but to be proactive in our analysis of the news and consider how fundraising and philanthropic efforts can improve outcomes and adapt to meet the times.
Amid the COVID-19 Crisis, it is critical that fundraisers work to inspire giving that addresses unexpected needs that align with an organization’s mission. In this series, we feature the stories of organizations that using AI to make an amazing impact.
How do I channel my giving effectively to make the greatest difference? Guest author, Juliana M. Weissbein, CFRE recently sat down Center for Effective Philanthropy president, Phil Buchanan to discuss his book 'Giving Done Right'.
Although hospitals are at the front line of treating a growing number of patients amid the COVID-19 crisis, many hospital executives will be the first to tell you that this does not equate to a financial windfall. In fact, the influx of patients means many hospitals are losing money, some considering closing or filing for bankruptcy.
In this series, we take a look at the current news impacting the nonprofit sector, specifically fundraising. Our intention is not to be reactive, but to be proactive in our analysis of the news and consider how fundraising and philanthropic efforts can improve outcomes and adapt to meet the times.
Join Gravyty and Accordant as we show you how artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming what's possible with Major Gift and Grateful Patient programs for hospitals, especially in the context of today's economy where budget cuts, furloughs, and layoffs are prevalent.
In this series, we want to highlight the inspiring work that frontline fundraisers are doing during the ongoing pandemic. Today, we look at how the Inova Health Foundation is helping its community.
Gravyty CEO Adam Martel will be a featured panelist on “COVID-19, To Fundraise or Not to Fundraise?” as part of GLS Connect, hosted by Gravyty’s good friends and partners at Graduway.
Competition for donor dollars is greater than we’ve ever seen and nonprofits will need to strategically direct campaigns to account for this variable.
As you and your organization 'pivot from panic' remember that the task ahead may be difficult, but frontline fundraisers are the top assets to correct the course.
Despite potentially having less staff to fundraise, development offices are still operating and expected to contribute to overall revenue. Now, more than ever, fundraising shops are expected to do more with less.
Introducing the Gravyty Guarantee, a first-of-its-kind assurance for AI software. We guarantee two dollars earned for every dollar spent.
In this series, we take a look at the current news impacting the nonprofit sector, specifically fundraising. Our intention is not to be reactive, but to be proactive in our analysis of the news and consider how fundraising and philanthropic efforts can improve outcomes and adapt to meet the times.
Since the outbreak of COVID-19, it’s been inspiring to see how people are gathering together around causes that are important to our society. From our unique perspective, we know that behind each one of these inspirational stories is a frontline fundraiser masterfully connecting generous donors to our society’s most critical and unexpected needs. Thank you for all that you do.
The spread of COVID-19 has shaken financial markets and led to layoffs across the United States. Collectively, donors have lost billions of dollars in wealth. This economic crisis is already the root cause of canceled pledges, lost gifts, and donation revenues in decline. What is your strategy for making up for this lost revenue?
85% of fundraisers believe they can influence the generosity of donors during the COVID-19 crisis to help close lost gaps in revenue. Who are the believers in your organization?
History has shown that an economic recession hurts philanthropic giving. But with the help of fundraiser enablement tools, powered by AI, a down economy doesn't have to hinder fundraising efforts.
CASE STUDY - From efficiently engaging an entire managed portfolio of 199 donors to re-engaging members and prospects at a rate that resembles the work of more than three full-time fundraisers -- learn how one AI-enabled fundraiser meets and exceeds goals in record time.
Gravyty's great friend and partner, John A. Farkas, Jr. of WVIA Public Media recently stepped aside to pen this inspiring article on the relationship between philanthropy & friendship during a crisis.
For many nonprofits, plugging revenue gaps will boil down to asking donors for larger gifts, or asking more prospects (or current donors) to become major donors. But, with a down economy, many major donors are unable to give more, and some may be forced to either give less or not at all.
No nonprofit wants to be on the wrong side of history during a crisis. When policies are put into place that limit the operations of an organization, leaders must be careful that the choices they make are not only in the best interests of the employees, but those impacted by the work of the organizations itself.
As nonprofit organization face drying revenue streams during the COVID-19 crisis, fundraisers overwhelmingly believe they can tap into new sources of funding.
Inaction to compensate for the loss of primary revenue will increase the cost of the pandemic on many organizations. And for many nonprofits, the cost of inaction will be insurmountable.
Are you hesitant to make asks of donors amid today's crisis? Here's how to resolve that uncertainty and confidently move forward with donor appeals.
From efficiently engaging an entire managed portfolio of 199 donors to re-engaging members and prospects at a rate that resembles the work of more than three full-time fundraisers -- learn how one AI-enabled fundraiser meets and exceeds goals in record time.
Join us on Wednesday, April 29 at 3 pm ET to learn how some of the top leaders in fundraising are leaning on past experience while developing new strategies to efficiently generate revenue to address emerging and unexpected needs, all while dealing with enormous pressure.
Gravyty is proud to introduce Gravyty Version 3.0, including Gravyty Crisis Management, The Gravyty Guarantee, and radical AI enhancements to manage donor relations during the challenging times caused by the COVID-19 crisis.
How To Have Video Calls With Donors. A few short weeks ago, I was fairly new to video calls. COVID-19 has changed a lot, and now video calls are primary tools for frontline fundraisers hard-programmed to personalize each of our touchpoints with donors. Here are some tips on hosting successful video calls with your donors.
Higher Education has long been considered one of the most stable industries in the economy as enrollments typically grow year-after-year. But the COVID-19 crisis closing campuses across the country brings into question the financial stability of many colleges and universities.
Since the outbreak of COVID-19, it’s been inspiring to see how people are gathering together around causes that are important to our society. From our unique perspective, we know that behind each one of these inspirational stories is a frontline fundraiser masterfully connecting generous donors to our society’s most critical and unexpected needs. Thank you for all that you do.
Although hospitals are at the front line of treating a growing number of patients amid the COVID-19 crisis, many hospital executives will be the first to tell you that this does not equate to a financial windfall. In fact, the influx of patients means many hospitals are losing money, some considering closing or filing for bankruptcy.
EXPAND YOUR OUTREACH: The spread of COVID-19 has shaken financial markets and led to layoffs across the United States. Collectively, donors have lost billions of dollars in wealth. This economic crisis is already the root cause of canceled pledges, lost gifts, and donation revenues in decline. What is your strategy for making up for this lost revenue?
As frontline fundraisers work to expand their outreach, especially during these difficult times amid COVID-19, one situation that’s becoming more ordinary is managing a donor who is new to the fundraiser, but not to the organization. Here's how to reengage these unique donors.
No nonprofit wants to be on the wrong side of history during a crisis. When policies are put into place that limit the operations of an organization, leaders must be careful that the choices they make are not only in the best interests of the employees, but those impacted by the work of the organizations itself.
At Gravyty, we can't keep our hands off of a good read, especially if that book is a useful resource on Artificial Intelligence (AI). Today, we're adding You Look Like a Thing and I Love You by Janelle Shane to the Top AI Books List.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy recently covered the results of Gravyty's survey on adjusting fundraising during a crisis, which found that a high amount of organizations were not fundraising during the COVID-19 outbreak.
COVID-19 has forced every fundraiser to alter their message to express empathy during these uncertain times. That is the right and the appropriate first step – but it's only a first step. As frontline fundraisers, it's also our job to express the needs of our organizations. Here's how.
We hope these resources will help guide you as we all navigate these tumultuous times. Our goal is not to communicate that we have this figured out, but rather to make sure our community has excellent options to choose how to move forward with donors and the populations you serve.
It's understandable there are a lot of questions around how fundraisers can and should continue to raise funds for the causes they hold dear. Fortunately, we are able to answer some of these questions.
As the COVID-19 crisis evolves, a natural reaction might be to refrain from contacting donors for fear of being insensitive. As a former fundraiser and what I see from Gravyty customers, going dark on your donors is potentially the worst thing you can do during this crisis.
Countless studies have shown that over the next five to ten years, the workplace will become more and more virtual. The progress and availability of software that allows for remote employees has grown. And, with the COVID-19 pandemic forcing employees to work from their homes, this trend is being accelerated.
Two weeks ago, we assembled some of the best and brightest minds in the industry to offer best practices on taking action. The response was overwhelming. Now that we're all working under a new normal, we've come to share what we've learned, key data on how others are operating, and our thought on how you might adapt
In these unprecedented times, many people are forced to work from home. For some, WFH is an old hat. For others, it is a new territory. What is new for all of us is the scale at which WFH is the new normal. We’ve rounded up some of our favorite pieces of advice to help you execute:
We are proud to serve frontline fundraisers, especially in this time of crisis. We're also honored to have so many great friends and partners. For guidance during this difficult time, here's a joint webinar "Fundraising During a Crisis".
It's understandable there are a lot of questions around how fundraisers can and should continue to raise funds for the causes they hold dear. Fortunately, we are able to answer some of these questions.
No nonprofit wants to be on the wrong side of history during a crisis. When policies are put into place that limit the operations of an organization, leaders must be careful that the choices they make are not only in the best interests of the employees, but those impacted by the work of the organizations itself.
During times of crisis, there is a lot of uncertainty for how fundraisers can and should continue to raise funds for the causes they hold dear. Join our webinar to learn best practices from the best and brightest minds in the industry on adapting and taking action, amid crisis.
As fundraisers, we play a unique and extraordinary role in lifting our communities during times of crisis. I want to assure you that the Gravyty team is prepared to stand with you.
Smaller nonprofits are often plagued by the issue of 'rated-but-unassigned' donor prospects, i.e. donor prospects whose giving data suggests they have potential to become the next large gift donors. Here's how Artificial Intelligence can help.
Since 2004, Towson University has erupted in size and enrollment. With as many living alumni who graduated before 2004 as after, Towson’s alumni base is predominantly in their 20’s and 30’s. This case study looks at how fundraiser enablement tools, powered by AI, allowed Towson to drive alumni engagement and build the major gift pipeline.
Is personalized relationship-building and outreach still achievable? Many organizations are finding the answer to be a resounding 'yes' with the aid of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning. Here are the top 5 ways AI and Machine Learning are already changing how nonprofits fundraise.
Gravyty and Accordant recently announced a strategic partnership to transform health care philanthropy by spreading the use of AI through the sector. Check out our free webinar and learn more about how we are bringing health care fundraising to new levels, together.
What could you accomplish if a culture of philanthropy was expanded throughout your organization? Here's why engaging faculty, staff, and more is increasingly important for fundraising.
Gravyty makes fundraiser enablement tools that fundraisers love. In this series, we feature the stories of frontline fundraisers who embrace AI-enabled fundraising in their daily lives and highlight the amazing impact they return to their organizations. Today, meet Taylor Buxbaum.
Why are some donors more willing to support a broader array of funding opportunities? Gravyty's good friend and partner, Betsy Taylor, CEO of Accordant Health, recently spoke to this very issue.
It seems that a new technology emerges daily that promises the ability to do everything faster, better, or smarter. But when it comes to the technology used in fundraising, our unfortunate reality is one of broken promises.
Gravyty is set to make a big splash at CASE District I in Boston. With all of the craziness that comes along with CASE conferences, we want to be sure you don’t miss your chance to connect with us.
Grateful Patient programs are excellent tools for discovering new donors and supporters for health care organizations. However, personalizing meaningful outreach to a constantly growing pool of potential grateful patients can make fundraiser outreach a challenge.
Check out our new video of Jeff Kinard and Chris Tobin of The College of Charleston, alongside Gravyty CEO Adam Martel at AGB Foundation Leadership Forum 2020 in a session titled “Can Your Foundation Use More (Artificial) Intelligence?”
In the age of Artificial Intelligence (AI), fundraising organizations have a new path to expand the workforce and begin seeing the returns of increased efficiency, faster than previously thought possible.
History has shown that an economic recession hurts philanthropic giving. But with the help of fundraiser enablement tools, powered by AI, a slowing economy doesn't have to hinder fundraising efforts.
Today, we are proud to announce our partnership with Accordant to evolve health care philanthropy to new heights. Learn about Gravyty and Accordant's shared vision for artificial intelligence and strategy to transform what's possible and fund amazing outcomes in health care.
Everyone knows exactly what an email blast looks like, whether it’s from your alma mater asking for a contribution to their fundraising campaign, or the local pet shelter looking for extra funding. Donors today expect more from nonprofits. They want to see an appeal that’s relevant to their individual interests.
Most job postings tend to look roughly the same: the ideal candidate should have these skills, this amount of experience, and these qualifications. But what sets candidates apart in the philanthropic sector isn’t listed on a resume or LinkedIn. It’s their emotional intelligence.
Please join Gravyty and the AAAC in welcoming its second cohort, a group of diverse leaders across advancement aimed at evolving fundraising through artificial intelligence (AI).
Please join Gravyty and the AAAC in welcoming its second cohort, a group of diverse leaders across advancement aimed at evolving fundraising through artificial intelligence (AI).
Arts and culture have greatly relied on the affinities of philanthropists throughout history. The most famous of these relationships is perhaps that of Medici family and the Renaissance, an impact on the world that is still on display, even centuries later. Great donors have always fueled arts and culture, but not all organizations in these fields can be so lucky to have a modern-day Medici to call on for funding.
If an organization isn’t looking to increase revenue from its major gifts program, it’s almost like it’s not trying. Many leaders that have struggled with this dilemma have come to the same conclusion. Increasing major gifts revenue boils down to asking donors for larger gifts, or asking more prospects (or current donors) to become major donors.
Gravyty CTO Rich Palmer recently spoke to Babson's Thought & Action publication on the use of ethical artificial intelligence (AI) and how it can be deployed to solve real problems in business.
When is the right time to reach out to a donor? There’s no single answer. Every case is different. The size of the donor’s last gift, the relationship to your organization, the relationship with your gift officer, and many more variables come into play. However, a recent study suggests there may be a wrong time to ask.
The discoveries that hospitals and health care providers uncover benefit hundreds of millions of people every single year. In today’s current environment, where we see technology increasing the pace of everything we do, can we also rely on technology to accelerate the pace at which we cure disease and create a healthier world?
What if we are able to build into our fundraiser training programs some of the key 'intangibles' that former sales executives may be able to offer a non-profit fundraising organization?
Smaller nonprofits are often plagued by the issue of 'rated-but-unassigned' donor prospects, i.e. donor prospects whose giving data suggests they have potential to become the next large gift donors. Here's how Artificial Intelligence can help.
Is personalized relationship-building and outreach still achievable? Many organizations are finding the answer to be a resounding 'yes' with the aid of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning. Here are the top 5 ways AI and Machine Learning are already changing how nonprofits fundraise.
At Gravyty, we can't keep our hands off of a good read, especially if that book is a useful resource on Artificial Intelligence (AI). Today, we're adding Hundred-Page Machine Learning Book by Andriy Burkov to the Top AI Books List.
What could you accomplish if a culture of philanthropy was expanded throughout your organization? Here's why engaging faculty, staff, and more is increasingly important for fundraising.
It seems that a new technology emerges daily that promises the ability to do everything faster, better, or smarter. But when it comes to the technology used in fundraising, our unfortunate reality is one of broken promises.
Gravyty makes fundraiser enablement tools that fundraisers love. In this series, we feature the stories of frontline fundraisers who embrace AI-enabled fundraising in their daily lives and highlight the amazing impact they return to their organizations. Today, meet Taylor Buxbaum.
The NonProfit Times, the leading business publication for nonprofit management, recently covered Gravyty’s funding news, a $21 million investment from K1 Investment Management.
In the age of Artificial Intelligence (AI), fundraising organizations have a new path to expand the workforce and begin seeing the returns of increased efficiency, faster than previously thought possible.
Gravyty CEO Adam Martel will be a featured panelist on “AI in higher education…outside the classroom” at LearnLaunch Across Boundaries 2020 in Boston.
EdSurge, one of the top publications covering the intersection of educational technology and venture capital, recently covered Gravyty’s funding news, a $21 million investment from K1 Investment Management.
Everyone knows exactly what an email blast looks like, whether it’s from your alma mater asking for a contribution to their fundraising campaign, or the local pet shelter looking for extra funding. Donors today expect more from nonprofits. They want to see an appeal that’s relevant to their individual interests.
Kyle Wiggers of VentureBeat, one of the premier technology publications, recently covered Gravyty’s funding news, a $21 million investment from K1 Investment Management
Membership asked to learn more about Artificial Intelligence (AI) and AGB leadership listened! We are thrilled to be speaking alongside College of Charleston Foundation Board Chair Jeff Kinard and Executive Director Chris Tobin (who is also the institution’s EVP of Institutional Advancement) about using AI to push advancement to new levels.
Coming off news of our $21 million round of funding from K1 Investment Management, The Wall Street Journal recently featured Gravyty in its Artificial Intelligence section.
Most job postings tend to look roughly the same: the ideal candidate should have these skills, this amount of experience, and these qualifications. But what sets candidates apart in the philanthropic sector isn’t listed on a resume or LinkedIn. It’s their emotional intelligence.
On Tuesday, February 11th, Chris Tobin, Executive Vice President of Institutional Advancement at The College of Charleston and Executive Director of the Foundation will be presenting in a session titled, “Spread a Culture of Philanthropy: How Artificial Intelligence Engages Humanity”. He will be joined by Gravyty CEO Adam Martel.
Gravyty is extremely excited to share that we have raised a $21 Million investment from K1 Investment Management to grow and accelerate fundraiser enablement powered by artificial intelligence (AI) across the philanthropic sector.
Arts and culture have greatly relied on the affinities of philanthropists throughout history. The most famous of these relationships is perhaps that of Medici family and the Renaissance, an impact on the world that is still on display, even centuries later. Great donors have always fueled arts and culture, but not all organizations in these fields can be so lucky to have a modern-day Medici to call on for funding.
Reed Sheard, Ph.D, of Westmont College will be presenting alongside Gravyty in an exciting session titled, “The State of Artificial Intelligence in Advancement With the AAAC” at CASE District VIII in Seattle.
If an organization isn’t looking to increase revenue from its major gifts program, it’s almost like it’s not trying. Many leaders that have struggled with this dilemma have come to the same conclusion. Increasing major gifts revenue boils down to asking donors for larger gifts, or asking more prospects (or current donors) to become major donors.
Gravyty CTO Rich Palmer recently spoke to Babson's Thought & Action publication on the use of ethical artificial intelligence (AI) and how it can be deployed to solve real problems in business.
When is the right time to reach out to a donor? There’s no single answer. Every case is different. The size of the donor’s last gift, the relationship to your organization, the relationship with your gift officer, and many more variables come into play. However, a recent study suggests there may be a wrong time to ask.
Watch our video to see how membership organization, VIA Public Media, has used Gravyty and AI to increase one-on-one meetings, membership renewals, reestablish relationships with lapsed donors, and inspire major gifts.
Fundraising systems should exist to keep engagement up, but many fundraisers know that they really act as static metrics on performance. At Gravyty, we believe those expensive systems that measure performance and provide ticklers for gift officers in hopes of improving performance only get you so far. Rather, organizations should provide tools that proactively support and prompt the fundraisers to hit their goals with ease.
How can fundraisers thrive during CRM change or upgrade? See how our great friends and partners at Arkansas State University used Gravyty to continue prioritizing the most important aspects of their work – inspiring donors, even amidst a CRM change.
Membership asked to learn more about Artificial Intelligence (AI) and AGB leadership listened! We are thrilled to be speaking alongside College of Charleston Foundation Board Chair Jeff Kinard and Executive Director Chris Tobin (who is also the institution’s EVP of Institutional Advancement) about using AI to push advancement to new levels.
One of the top companies in the world, IBM, admitted that AI progress is stymied because customers aren’t prepared for implementations and data mapping. These are issues that plague IBM and the majority of AI vendors out there, but that Gravyty – a much smaller organization – has overcome.
