Philanthropic Partners

07/16/2026

We’re at Bridging The Gap: Connecting Community, Capital, and Change, a joint conference presented by the AFP - New Orleans and Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) - Baton Rouge.

Join Sarah for her session “Small Effort, Big Return: Scalable Fundraising for Any Shop”

06/26/2026

Sarah is putting her learner hat on at Dudley DeBosier Injury Lawyers’ Difference Maker Summit.

She had the honor of speaking at this event 2020 and 2021.

If you’re here, say hello!

04/21/2026

New data from the Fundraising Effectiveness Project (FEP) shows that total charitable dollars raised grew by an estimated 5.0% (±0.5%) in 2025 compared to 2024, marking the strongest growth the sector has seen in five years. At the same time, the number of donors declined by 3.6% (±0.5%), continuing a downward trend that began in 2021.

Read the full 2025 Q4 Report here: https://publications.fepreports.org/

01/21/2026

Nonprofits have been saying this for years.

Multi-year general operating support is what makes the real impact.

How can funders best support nonprofits in rapidly changing conditions? Increased flexible funding is just one of the findings from GEO's newest report.

Learn more: https://candid.org/blogs/how-can-funders-create-conditions-for-communities-to-thrive-nonprofit-partners/

12/24/2025

ALERT: New USPS postmark rules are in effect which is important for your year-end donors!

The USPS has changed its postmark rule so now mail is date-stamped at regional centers which may be 1-2 days later (or more on weekends/holidays) than it arrives at the local branch via drop off or carrier pickup.

Why It Matters
Charitable Donations: A donation postmarked in the new year could affect tax deductions for the prior year.

How to Ensure Your Date
Go to the Counter: Request a manual, hand-stamped postmark at a USPS branch for the actual mailing date.
Get Proof: Use services like Certified Mail or Certificate of Mailing for official documentation.
Use Other Couriers: Approved overnight services (like FedEx, UPS) have their own, reliable timestamping.
Mail Early: Give yourself extra buffer time, especially for critical deadlines like Tax Day.

Let your donors know that today is a great day to send in that end of the year contribution either by online donation or by mail.