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.

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.

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?

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.

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 CEO Adam Martel will be a featured panelist on “AI in higher education…outside the classroom” at LearnLaunch Across Boundaries 2020 in Boston.

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.

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.