In Part 2 of my 2026 Fundraising Trends series, we’re going deeper into the tools, tech, and leadership shifts that will define nonprofit growth this year.

If Part 1 was about strategy and visibility, this episode is about the systems and decision-making that actually make those strategies possible. I discuss upgrading outdated CRMs and donation tools, the rise of AI-assisted fundraising, the acceleration of donor-advised fund (DAF) giving, why leaders must color outside the lines to stay relevant, and how decision speed has become a key competitive advantage for nonprofits. I close with a look at the tech-driven donor experience, a world where frictionless giving, mobile-first design, SMS, and fast follow-up matter more than ever. If you’re committed to modernizing your fundraising and leading boldly in 2026, these two-part episodes are your roadmap.

Topics:

• Why Q1 is the perfect time to evaluate and upgrade CRMs, donation tools, and ESPs
• How outdated tech silently kills conversion, retention, and reporting
• The rise of AI-assisted fundraising as a normal accelerator
• How to use AI without losing your voice, authenticity, or accuracy
• Donor-Advised Funds (DAFs) are becoming a mainstream giving vehicle
• Why nonprofits must “color outside the lines” and break legacy rules
• The need to drop slow, outdated tactics (raffles, auctions, galas) for modern, efficient ones
• Decision speed is a leadership advantage that drives revenue
• Perfectionism and committees as momentum killers in 2026
• The shift toward frictionless giving: SMS, mobile-first donations, automations, and welcome flows

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