A fundraiser’s perspective on donor-advised funds: An interview with Chantelle Ohrling

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...

5 fundraising mistakes that are costing you donations

While fundraising is not the core work of nonprofits and charities, it is vital when it comes to securing long-term funds to support your mission. Many organizations have access to staff and volunteers with deep expertise in their field, whether that be...

Donation form best practices: What 33,000+ campaigns tell us about what actually works in 2026

Interested in learning more? We have partnered with Keela and Raisely to host a free webinar. Register now! Most nonprofits treat their donation form as a final step in the donor journey. The data suggests it's become a bottleneck. After...

CharityVillage Connects: The Surge in Donor Advised Funds: How They’re Reshaping Canadian Philanthropy

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...

Donor acquisition is no longer the fundraising bottleneck—retention is

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,...

Fundraising Essentials for New Organizations: How to Build a Realistic Fundraising Strategy

Original Broadcast Date: February 12, 2026 Summary: Establishing a new organization, whether it’s a charity or a nonprofit, can be incredibly exciting. Your team is likely full of passion, and eager to make a real difference in the community. But...

From spreadsheet to strategy: What your donor data is trying to tell you

Interested in learning more? We have partnered with Story Point Consulting to host a free webinar. Register now! Imagine this: You have just stepped into a new role, maybe you are new to the organization, or new to fundraising altogether. You are preparing...

Meeting donors where they are: Making digital fundraising work for every charity

In a rapidly shifting landscape of philanthropy, Canadian charities recognize one clear truth: the ways people give, and the contexts in which they give, are evolving. At a time when chance encounters, mobile devices and peer-influence matter more than ever,...

Making sense of donor data: Five questions from small teams

Many small teams asked really great questions during our donor data webinar for small nonprofits. These questions reflect real challenges that many organizations face when trying to make sense of their data, connect with supporters, or simply figure out where...

New Age Fundraising: Maximize Your Reach and Fundraise on Today’s Top Platforms with PayPal Giving Fund Canada

Original Broadcast Date: October 30, 2025 Summary: Giving Tuesday is just around the corner – are you ready to maximize your impact?  This exclusive webinar is designed for charities. Learn how PayPal Giving Fund, a registered charity, partners with popular...
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