Giving Trends & Expectations Report

The Philanthropy Journal has released its special report on Corporate and Foundation Giving for 2011 which examines trends and expectations, along with providing information about what corporates, foundations, and nonprofits need from each other now.

After the economy collapsed in 2008, foundations and corporations seriously cut back on their funding of nonprofits. Many of the plans put in place after the fall-out have become an ongoing business strategy even after some bounces towards recovery. The fact that I’ve seen the word “austere” (defined as a rigorous economic approach of no luxuries or comfort) used more in the media over the last 24 hours than I have in years is just an indication of current attitudes.

So how to approach corporate and foundation grantors in this climate? The Philanthropy Journal’s study urges grantseekers to be clear, candid and work on building purposeful partnerships.

For more detail on their advice and the study findings, visit the Philanthropy Journal.

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