July 24, 2008
New tools for planned giving
With planned-giving officers playing a greater role, donors and nonprofits are making increasing use of real estate and gift annuities, an expert says.
Secrets to working with advisers
Professional advisers can be key partners for charities in working with donors to create planned gifts, a fundraising professional says.
Time seen ripe to embrace planned giving
Nonprofits waiting for the perfect time to start a planned-giving program may wait forever, development professionals say.
Planned gifts hinge on relationships
Linda Burr of CARE says nonprofits should approach donors as professional, trusted and ethical philanthropic partners.
Three key planned-giving vehicles, demystified
Fred Stang, director of development at the Triangle Community Foundation in Durham, N.C., profiles three essential gift vehicles for nonprofits starting a planned giving program.