<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Givzey]]></title><description><![CDATA[Givzey is Fundraising's first Gift Agreement Platform, empowering nonprofit leaders to execute multi-year giving strategies at all levels of giving.]]></description><link>https://www.givzey.blog/home</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2026 16:31:18 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.givzey.blog/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Macalester College Books $1.56M on Gift Agreement Platform in First 7 Months]]></title><description><![CDATA[Macalester College has long been recognized for its strong donor community and commitment to creating meaningful philanthropic experiences. But behind the scenes, its advancement team faced a familiar challenge: a pledge documentation process that worked, but required too much time, too many tools, and too many manual follow-ups. Pledge agreements moved through emails, shared docs, and disconnected e-signature platforms. Reminders were pulled twice a year through a manual CRM export. And with...]]></description><link>https://www.givzey.blog/post/macalester-college-books-1-56m-on-gift-agreement-platform-in-first-6-months</link><guid isPermaLink="false">692ef27ff769f847ed636270</guid><pubDate>Tue, 02 Dec 2025 16:12:58 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ac9aab_baac8af9606942afb707bc285f40a140~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Sara Montgomery</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Building Parent Giving Programs That Last Beyond Graduation]]></title><description><![CDATA[Parents are some of your most naturally engaged donors. Their children are in your programs, attending your institution, benefiting from your mission. They're already invested in success: theirs, their students', and yours. But here's the opportunity most teams miss: You have a 2–6 year window to build relationships that could last decades. The teams that maximize this window don't just ask for annual gifts. They build community, secure long-term commitments early, and create space for...]]></description><link>https://www.givzey.blog/post/building-parent-giving-programs-that-last-beyond-graduation</link><guid isPermaLink="false">691b2821b8e90ba7de351b70</guid><pubDate>Mon, 17 Nov 2025 13:51:15 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ac9aab_5ac47adacdb74ef490ca0757e6cfcd78~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Sara Montgomery</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Givzey Surpasses $500M in Gift Agreements Under Management]]></title><description><![CDATA[Givzey, fundraising’s first all-in-one Intelligent Gift Documentation Management  platform, today announced that organizations now manage more than $500 million  in gift agreements on Givzey. Why $500M matters Crossing the $500M threshold signals widespread adoption of modern gift documentation practices and a measurable shift toward predictable, documented revenue . As more teams formalize pledges and multi-year commitments with clear, compliant agreements, they unlock steadier cash flow,...]]></description><link>https://www.givzey.blog/post/givzey-surpasses-500m-in-gift-agreements-under-management</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69024e9a10878d6d879cfd55</guid><pubDate>Wed, 29 Oct 2025 19:10:37 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ac9aab_c6d67046fc7047a6ad4f99ba78824ea7~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Sara Montgomery</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Unlocking Year-End Success: Driving Pledge Commitments Before Dec. 31st]]></title><description><![CDATA[Year-end can feel like a wall of noise—Giving Tuesday campaigns, inbox overload, and a shrinking window for 1:1 conversations. The teams that win don’t try to shout louder; they lock in commitments  early and let smart follow-through do the heavy lifting. Below is a practical playbook you can run now to convert likely renewals into documented pledges, protect stewardship time, and increase realized revenue—without adding manual work. Why commitments beat intentions Typical annual renewal...]]></description><link>https://www.givzey.blog/post/unlocking-year-end-success-driving-pledge-commitments-before-dec-31st</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69025144ce9830dbadeb6799</guid><pubDate>Wed, 29 Oct 2025 17:49:39 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ac9aab_4aa4cde033eb474cb11471eed42b1ea8~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Sara Montgomery</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to Work as One Team Through the Pledge &#38; Gift Processing Process]]></title><description><![CDATA[When these teams aren’t aligned, delays happen. Agreements get stuck in review. Pledge reminders slip through the cracks. Donors wait too long for confirmations. What should be a moment of stewardship risks becoming a source of frustration.
That’s why organizations are turning to Givzey, Fundraising’s First Intelligent Gift Documentation Solution, to centralize the pledge and gift processing workflow and enable everyone to work together as one team.]]></description><link>https://www.givzey.blog/post/how-to-work-as-one-team-through-the-pledge-gift-processing-process</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68cd69dd860daee44b328841</guid><pubDate>Fri, 19 Sep 2025 20:05:32 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/de09e5_11f689a2037f4f2ca2594f5097533404~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Lily Johnson</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stewardship vs. Collection: How to Transform Gift Documentation Into a Donor-Centric Experience]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fundraising teams have always wrestled with the tension between stewardship and collection. On one hand, gift officers are charged with building lasting relationships and inspiring generosity. On the other, they often spend countless hours on administrative tasks, chasing pledge payments, sending reminders, or managing complicated documentation. The truth is simple: donors don’t want to feel collected. They want to feel valued. ]]></description><link>https://www.givzey.blog/post/stewardship-vs-collection-how-to-transform-gift-documentation-into-a-donor-centric-experience</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68c2e0fee0f1c98e01ae56d5</guid><pubDate>Fri, 12 Sep 2025 12:46:05 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/de09e5_96ecb68edb93428780c4649ce0ae43ef~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Lily Johnson</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Givzey Simplifies Pledge Agreements for Advancement Operations]]></title><description><![CDATA[Discover how Givzey simplifies pledge agreements for advancement operations—customizable agreements, CRM-ready data, automated reminders, and an easier donor experience.]]></description><link>https://www.givzey.blog/post/how-givzey-simplifies-pledge-agreements-for-advancement-operations</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68a75c886c4f5bcba97bea48</guid><pubDate>Thu, 21 Aug 2025 20:34:38 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/de09e5_df84760752c04e63a86bb1c9b1d06713~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Lily Johnson</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Before, During &#38; After Giving Day: How to Grow Donor Commitments]]></title><description><![CDATA[Your Giving Day, Powered by Givzey
Whether your goal is breaking records, growing your donor base, or inspiring more leadership-level support, Givzey helps you make every Giving Day moment count; before, during, and after.
]]></description><link>https://www.givzey.blog/post/before-during-after-giving-day-how-to-grow-donor-commitments</link><guid isPermaLink="false">689e2ece202fe9894ca5d778</guid><pubDate>Wed, 20 Aug 2025 19:08:17 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/de09e5_88d11ec35402437697d241460639e84b~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Lily Johnson</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Smarter Giving Societies: Turning Annual Supporters into Lifelong Donors]]></title><description><![CDATA[Giving societies have long been a go-to strategy for recognizing loyal donors, but in today’s development world, recognition alone isn’t enough. Organizations need giving societies that both celebrate generosity and drive deeper engagement, which reduces administrative friction, and unlock multi-year commitments from the start.
That’s where Givzey comes in.
]]></description><link>https://www.givzey.blog/post/smarter-giving-societies-turning-annual-supporters-into-lifelong-donors</link><guid isPermaLink="false">688cd6ec1f056da6431d544b</guid><pubDate>Fri, 01 Aug 2025 19:07:18 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/de09e5_ef2885e896764a1eba940c9b654bb34a~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Lily Johnson</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Capture Gift Commitments From Anywhere]]></title><description><![CDATA[In advancement and fundraising, a pledge is a promise—but when it’s not documented right away, it can slip through the cracks. Whether it's a conversation at an event, a phone call with a loyal donor, or a visit with an alum who says “Count me in,” these moments are critical. And when gift officers can’t record those pledges instantly, they can be lost – or the gift officer might spend the rest of the fiscal year chasing those commitments. Unfulfilled and undocumented pledges add up. They weake]]></description><link>https://www.givzey.blog/post/capture-gift-commitments-from-anywhere</link><guid isPermaLink="false">688b799c3ee7e3c4bc4c6fe2</guid><pubDate>Thu, 31 Jul 2025 14:25:04 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/de09e5_284d21198d5b452fa8a088a7de1edc2d~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Lily Johnson</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Maximize Reunion Giving ROI with Givzey]]></title><description><![CDATA[Homecoming may be for stewardship. Reunions are for results. Institutions make major investments in these weekends, not just financially, but in time, energy, and brand capital. Givzey ensures those investments pay off by enabling faster, easier, and more sustainable giving strategies before, during, and after the event.]]></description><link>https://www.givzey.blog/post/maximize-reunion-giving-roi-with-givzey</link><guid isPermaLink="false">688261d8beae6f9e1aeed0ad</guid><pubDate>Thu, 24 Jul 2025 17:16:28 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/de09e5_0a72f1f9e9a7453e86694fcb0a99b57f~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Lily Johnson</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gift Agreement Compliance at Scale: A Strategic Advantage for Fundraising Success]]></title><description><![CDATA[In today’s complex fundraising environment, gift documentation compliance is foundational. Whether you're closing a million-dollar pledge or managing a simple Letter of Intent (LOI), how you document your gifts impacts everything from legal protection to donor satisfaction, institutional trust to actual revenue.



Too often, development teams rely on manual processes that leave room for error and put fundraising dollars at risk. A missed form field. An outdated template. A forgotten signature. ]]></description><link>https://www.givzey.blog/post/gift-agreement-compliance-at-scale-a-strategic-advantage-for-fundraising-success</link><guid isPermaLink="false">685c5bf4e9ff6142481df32f</guid><pubDate>Thu, 26 Jun 2025 13:45:12 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/de09e5_0563a537d286433f90d4b8e596d0117f~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Lily Johnson</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Building Major and Planned Giving Pipelines in 2025: Strategies for Sustainable Fundraising Growth]]></title><description><![CDATA[Donor journeys rarely begin with major or planned gifts. They often start with annual giving, volunteer hours, or smaller contributions. In 2025, the key to building a sustainable fundraising program lies in transforming these early interactions into long-term commitments.



With donor expectations shifting and retention rates declining, forward-thinking institutions are focusing on personalized engagement, digital-first tools, and strategies that scale both revenue and relationships.]]></description><link>https://www.givzey.blog/post/building-major-and-planned-giving-pipelines-in-2025-strategies-for-sustainable-fundraising-growth</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6852f3ac91fef63801b1a199</guid><pubDate>Wed, 18 Jun 2025 19:02:39 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/de09e5_ee2709b2c0544541a9b55fe87e0ad35a~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Lily Johnson</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Winning the Pledge Game: How Athletics Fundraising is Driving Results with Multi-Year Giving Strategies]]></title><description><![CDATA[Athletic fundraising is evolving. While game-day wins fuel pride, long-term fundraising success depends on sustainable strategies that go beyond one-time gifts. Today, top athletics departments are embracing multi-year giving to create steady revenue streams, deepen donor engagement, and unlock transformational opportunities.]]></description><link>https://www.givzey.blog/post/winning-the-pledge-game-how-athletics-fundraising-is-driving-results-with-multi-year-giving-strate</link><guid isPermaLink="false">684711620dba6b78c4bb558b</guid><pubDate>Mon, 09 Jun 2025 17:22:55 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/de09e5_6213e08afaad4459a2bac6818d1c1ae6~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Lily Johnson</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Smart Pledges Power Predictable Giving Revenue]]></title><description><![CDATA[In today’s fundraising climate, advancement teams are under increasing pressure to deliver consistent, reliable revenue; often with limited time and staff. For leadership and annual giving programs, the key to meeting this challenge may lie in an often-overlooked strategy: automated pledge reminders.]]></description><link>https://www.givzey.blog/post/smart-pledges-power-predictable-giving-revenue</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6839d02fc80e5810cfffd53d</guid><pubDate>Fri, 30 May 2025 16:00:14 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/de09e5_142130908cd34853b2e29983d098dc51~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Lily Johnson</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Board Giving Is Essential and How to Make It Smarter]]></title><description><![CDATA[Board members play a critical role in the success of any nonprofit. They provide leadership, strategic guidance, and, just as importantly, financial support. Yet, too often, board giving is treated as an afterthought or a box to check during annual planning.



The reality is this: board giving is one of the most powerful tools your organization has to inspire broader support, demonstrate credibility, and build long-term sustainability.]]></description><link>https://www.givzey.blog/post/why-board-giving-is-essential-and-how-to-make-it-smarter</link><guid isPermaLink="false">682ccf9bf1f18e441cef399b</guid><pubDate>Wed, 21 May 2025 15:36:19 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/de09e5_8248c29d1b6b4c4eaa0cee872ab67760~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Lily Johnson</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Increasing Pledge Fulfillment Rates Ahead of Fiscal-Year-End]]></title><description><![CDATA[Make This Fiscal Year-End Smoother Than the Last. The rush to fulfill pledges at year-end doesn’t have to be a constant stressor. By automating key parts of your pledge process, you can protect revenue, reduce staff burnout, and deliver a better experience for your donors. Givzey’s Smart Gift Agreement platform empowers fundraising teams to accelerate commitments and improve pledge fulfillment—without the spreadsheet chaos.]]></description><link>https://www.givzey.blog/post/increasing-pledge-fulfillment-rates-ahead-of-fiscal-year-end</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68221f0f24d5391e7114cf90</guid><pubDate>Tue, 13 May 2025 15:41:13 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/de09e5_52e5a21b736a4d92b07fddb42a3511ef~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Lily Johnson</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Intelligent Gift Documentation Management Sets Records for Nonprofit Fundraising as Givzey Surpasses $400M in Gift Agreements Under Management]]></title><description><![CDATA[Givzey, fundraising’s first all-in-one Intelligent Gift Documentation Management Platform, today announced a new milestone: the platform now manages over $420 million in gift agreements. ]]></description><link>https://www.givzey.blog/post/givzey-surpasses-400m-in-gift-agreements</link><guid isPermaLink="false">681b9f3238b0751e3d2e7f32</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 May 2025 19:04:28 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/de09e5_61af0633b09444518276fc9872cf1354~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Lily Johnson</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Donor-Centric Pledges: Managing Giving Through Life Events and Crises]]></title><description><![CDATA[After donors commit to a gift, circumstances can shift. Whether it's a personal emergency, a natural disaster, or simply needing flexibility; Givzey's Gift Agreement Platform empowers development teams to support their donors with empathy and ease.]]></description><link>https://www.givzey.blog/post/donor-centric-pledges-managing-giving-through-life-events-and-crises</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6813d1de123f5ac95e208494</guid><pubDate>Thu, 01 May 2025 21:07:43 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/de09e5_d1dbf9dd4b68404bae1808aff83ced68~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Lily Johnson</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[5 Situations Where Custom Gift Agreement Templates Make All the Difference]]></title><description><![CDATA[In fundraising, relationships are everything. Givzey’s customizable gift agreement templates help fundraisers deliver the right message at the right time; turning intent into commitment faster and more effectively. Here are five powerful use cases where custom templates drive results, boost engagement, and streamline giving.]]></description><link>https://www.givzey.blog/post/5-situations-where-custom-gift-agreement-templates-make-all-the-difference</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6808ff69772dd9d2ddce3e74</guid><pubDate>Wed, 23 Apr 2025 15:45:29 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/de09e5_511be9ca22fe42008d566d3ca27df15f~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Lily Johnson</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>