In this episode of CharityVillage Connects, we explore the changing landscape of Canadian philanthropy and the new fundraising trends that are shaping the future of the sector. Drawing on insights from the 2026 Giving Report, we look at how donor behaviour, technology, AI,...
In 2020, the CAGP Foundation released research on legacy giving in Canada. We examined the habits and beliefs of Canadians around legacy giving. We polled those who had already left a charitable gift in their Will, those intending to, and...
If you’ve been hearing a lot about donor-advised funds (DAFs) lately, it’s because this form of charitable giving has become the fastest-growing giving channel in Canada. In our CharityVillage Connects podcast episode, The Surge in Donor Advised Funds: How They’re Reshaping Canadian...
In this episode of CharityVillage Connects, we take an in-depth look at donor-advised funds (DAFs), a method for Canadians to give to charity that is increasing rapidly in popularity. With more than $20 billion sitting in DAF accounts across the...
The era of passive growth is over In the past, nonprofits relied heavily on donor acquisition to fuel their fundraising engines. But in 2025, the data shows a clear pivot: donor acquisition is no longer the primary growth driver. Instead,...
On November 4th, the federal government released its latest budget. In this episode of CharityVillage Connects, we explore what the new fiscal plan means for nonprofits and charities across Canada. Our guests break down the key measures affecting funding, employment,...
In this episode of CharityVillage Connects, we look at how DEI rollbacks in the U.S. are affecting Canada’s nonprofit sector. We also explore where Canadian organizations stand in their DEI work today: what’s moving forward, what’s stalling, and what’s at...
Original Broadcast Date: September 18, 2025 Summary: For staff and volunteers who are new to fundraising or just beginning to explore data, using data analysis to drive your fundraising strategy can come with a bit of a learning curve, especially when...
This article is the second in a three-part series – check out the first article. Picture this. You spend weeks preparing the best party ever. You got all the right decorations and poured over the menus and playlist. The place...
Interested in learning more? We have partnered with Story Point Consulting to host a free webinar. Watch the webinar recording! What is a fundraising plan? A fundraising plan is a roadmap that outlines how an organization will generate the necessary...

