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3 key trends shaping higher education fundraising in 2022, backed by EAB’s data analysis
EAB identified three notable trends for higher education fundraising in an era defined by tight budgets and constant change.
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5 top priorities for advancement leaders in 2023
EAB identified 5 top priorities for advancement leaders from a survey of chief advancement officers across the U.S., Canada, and the U.K.
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5 top priorities for advancement leaders in 2023
In April 2023, EAB surveyed chief advancement officers across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom asking them to identify the most pressing issues for their advancement shops. The 95+ respondents included leaders at both public and private institutions, whose student counts ranged from less than 2,000 to more than 50,000.
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5 attributes defining Gen Z's relationship with advancement
This blog outlines five attributes that define Gen Z and how these will impact the generation’s relationship with philanthropy.
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Why advancement employees leave (and how leaders can fix it)
There are various methods you can use to cope with the advancement talent crisis, but addressing your workplace culture head-on can help you improve retention both immediately and over time. Here are four strategies to retain talent and help them develop meaningful careers.
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How to stay ready for donors who “aren’t ready yet”
If you’re looking to reach donors who are “not ready” yet, try these strategies.
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Fundraising During Uncertain Times: What Not to Do
The first two decades of the 21st century have already witnessed several major disruptions with significant economic impacts, from three recessions to the pandemic to today’s hiring crisis. And with the threat of another recession looming, EAB has received requests for guidance on higher-education philanthropy amidst uncertain times.
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Things have changed—has your Annual Giving strategy?
My colleagues recently shared hot takes influencing today’s annual giving, and as a new member of the team, I want to add what I’ve noticed on my own journey. From one advancement leader to the next, here are my thoughts on what’s changed.
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EAB survey confirms higher ed advancement talent crisis
Without a fully staffed shop, chief advancement officers risk not meeting yearly fundraising goals at a time of ever-increasing expectations. To understand the current talent crisis, EAB conducted a survey of over 120 higher ed advancement talent leaders about their hiring and retention experiences.
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