Final Thoughts on Fundraising 2011

Karin Kirchoff
Vice president, MINDset Direct
Flat is the new up.

Steve MacLaughlin
Director of Internet solutions, Blackbaud
Fundraising is still in recovery. The Blackbaud Index of Charitable Giving has shown single-digit and double-digit growth throughout the year. The challenge is that the improvements aren't evenly distributed across the sector yet. Some groups are bouncing back faster than others.

Richard McPherson
President/creative director, McPherson Associates
Generally steady, like retail sales — no huge ups or downs.