Political noise, a historic wealth transfer, and AI-driven search are reshaping nonprofit fundraising in Q4 2026. This guide covers eight data-backed trends, from DAF giving to donor retention, with clear next steps for your team.
Arts + Culture Introduction Duluth Library Foundation (DLF) champions the Duluth Public Library and works to increase its capacity to serve the region through private philanthropy. By raising funds to...
Protect your nonprofit's fundraising emails in 2026 with practical deliverability guidance on SPF, DKIM, DMARC, spam rates, list hygiene, and one-click unsubscribe requirements.
Introduction International Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF) is a globally connected, locally led movement working to advance sexual and reproductive health, rights, and justice. Across its network, IPPF delivers healthcare, supports...
The Patterns Behind Every High-Performing Campaign We Saw in 2025 1) Benchmarks describe gravity, not destiny. Industry benchmarks explain the market’s “pull,” but they do not predict outcomes. Benchmarks...
In 2025, year-end giving concentrated around urgent moments like Giving Tuesday and December 31. Fewer donors gave more, and early planning, testing, and tailored strategies proved essential for campaign success across all sectors.
Rapid-response fundraising campaign Introduction This case study highlights the rapid-response partnership between Media Cause and World Central Kitchen (WCK) to mobilize urgent awareness and fundraising during catastrophic flooding in Texas...
Church Health: Expanding Digital Fundraising to Care for More Communities in Memphis Over three years, Media Cause partnered with Church Health to strengthen their digital fundraising program, diversify donor acquisition...
Over four years, Media Cause helped Pathfinder International unify its digital strategy, expand donor acquisition, and build a sustainable online fundraising program that fuels their mission around the world. What...
This blog highlights key observations from our clients, account teams, and sector-wide industry news, and ranks them based on their current impact, growth potential, and relevance.
Introduction This multi-year case study highlights Media Cause’s long-term partnership with the Cornell Lab of Ornithology to build a modern, scalable, and sustainable digital fundraising program. Spanning eight years, this...
In nonprofit fundraising, email remains the highest-yield channel in your digital portfolio. It’s low-cost, highly targeted, and fully owned. But many organizations treat it like a single checking account: every...
