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As a data collaborative focused on civil society, we are committed to reinforcing the public utility of knowledge in this field. We achieve this by developing our own data and resources while also enhancing access to sector knowledge through the aggregation of relevant information, making it easily available through our resource libraries and data infrastructure.

Project Spotlight

GivingPulse

GivingPulse, a Holistic Look at Trends in Giving Behavior and Perspectives in the U.S., Releases Q4 2024 Insights

Our latest GivingPulse Q4 2024 report is here, providing fresh insights into how generosity and civic intent are evolving. Alongside the report, we’ve partnered with RKD to bring you an associated Field Guide—a practical resource to help nonprofit practitioners turn insights into action. This quarter, we’ve learned that:

Levels of trust in the nonprofit sector, a sense of community belonging, and civic intent remain consistent across geographic regions of the U.S.

Negative news about nonprofits does not depress generosity

Solicitation matters. We continue to observe that people are more likely to support causes, organizations, and people when they are asked

Launching: The Q4 2024 Fundraising Effectiveness Project Report and New Website

The Fundraising Effectiveness Project (FEP) empowers nonprofits to accelerate giving by providing critical tools to track and boost annual growth in donations.

Alongside the Q4 2024 report, we are excited to unveil a new, centralized website for all FEP resources. The site now brings you the full report, all essential project assets and tools, and in-depth methodology documentation—all in one place! Access the information and support you need to improve your fundraising efforts.

Fundraising Effectiveness Project

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