When donors feel positive about the gift they made, more often than not they’re receptive to give again moving forward. Regrettably, organizations that are strapped for time, resources, and staff miss out on connecting with these established benefactors. If your association has trouble recognizing your donor base, the good news is that there are lots of process tweaks, apps, and services to help.

The year is shaping up to be intriguing for nonprofits. After adding fresh legislation to IRS guidelines for donations, The US Senate Subcommittee on Finance has addressed further instances of intention to keep a watchful gaze on certain tax-exempt 501(c) organizations. Who knows what or where these discussions may lead to but the dialogue has begun.