Meet Elizabeth. She's answering the questions we've all been wondering the past year: what happened to philanthropy in 2020? This seasoned fundraising pro is breaking down the 2021 Giving USA Report on Philanthropy, which dropped last week. Beyond the headlines and major takeaways, she's giving us some actionable steps to provide focus - no matter the size of your fundraising shop. Tune in and to hear where the sector is moving and how you can level up your preparedness.EPISODE HIGHLIGHTSElizabeth’s story and journey to where she is today (2:45)Today’s philanthropic landscape and the 2021 Giving USA Report (6:00)Individual donors and their role in driving philanthropy (10:00)The donor journey and building authentic relationships (15:00)CCS 2021 Philanthropic Landscape Report (16:15)3 actionable insights: after hearing the data, learn what to do today! (17:20)The importance of refining your case for support and your messaging to reflect the current environmentThe importance of engaging and activating your volunteer leaders and board members as fundraising ambassadorsCultivating an organizational culture that's focused on community, empathy, and inclusionA powerful moment of philanthropy in Elizabeth’s life (27:20)Elizabeth’s One Good Thing: Be hyper-organized, and discover your strike method. (34:00)For more information and episode details visit: www.weareforgood.com/episode/134The We Are For Good Podcast is co-hosted by Jonathan McCoy, CFRE and Becky Endicott, CFRE and welcomes the most dynamic nonprofit leaders, advocates and philanthropists to share innovative ideas and lessons learned 3x a week!Want to hear insider details and to get our best roundup of tips, freebies, resources and show notes from each episode? Join the Good Community - it's free! Visit www.weareforgood.com/helloAbout our Sponsor GivebutterGivebutter is Loved by over 30,000 nonprofits, student groups, sports teams, schools, companies, and individuals just like you, and PS: it’s also loved by the three of us who are superfans of their incredible giving platform. ? Givebutter helps you collect donations like a boss. It's never been easier to add a donate button to your website, collect dues from group members, or link a payment form to just about anything.Re-think the way you run fundraising events. Sell tickets to your event while also collecting additAbout our Sponsor CosmicLooking to nail your impact story, build brand awareness, and inspire action for your cause today? YOU can connect directly with Cosmic’s Founder and Creative Director, Eric Ressler for free Office Hours. Don't miss this incredible opportunity friends! Visit designbycosmic.com/good to sign up today ? Start Learning Today on We Are For Good PRO ?We Are For Good PRO is reimagining nonprofit professional development - for good. ✨ Join us and get started at weareforgoodpro.com.