The Future of Giving: Trends Shaping Next-Gen Philanthropy

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by Shelley Hoss. Forbes, 12/27/2021.

Description

This article provides insight into the giving patterns of millennials and Gen-Z.

Features

Insight as to why younger givers engage in giving; Key areas of focus to draw younger givers; Four tangible steps for attracting and retaining younger givers.

Recommended Audience

Any congregational leader interested in understanding giving trends.

Cost

Free

Practical Applications

Distribute this article to your leadership and discuss how to implement ideas into your giving and generosity campaigns.
Reflect on how this information fits into your overall communication, including sermons, website, mission of your congregation, etc.

Updated: April 30, 2024

About the Contributor

Matt Burke

Matt Burke is the director of the Northeast Center for Congregations in Fort Wayne and serves as the Center’s Education Director statewide. Matt has a background in classroom, digital and experiential education and most recently served as the associate director of Learning Science at Kaplan Test Prep. He is passionate about using education to develop deeper faith in congregational participants.

Matt earned a B.A. in Religion from Mount Vernon Nazarene University and a Masters of Divinity degree from Asbury Theological Seminary. He enjoys spending time with his wife, Kelly, and his two sons, Silas and Levi. Matt also loves storytelling in films, books and music and finding the intersections of faith and popular culture.

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