All fundraisers know that most bequests and other planned gifts come from individuals of advanced age. Recent reports reveal other surprising trends regarding the makeup of America’s donor population. Industry sources are noting that a majority of the largest outright gifts each year are also made by persons over the age of 65. IRS data underscores the fact that older donors make a disproportionate percentage of charitable gifts and give significantly more than younger donors. America’s nonprofit community will be increasingly reliant on the senior population as Baby Boomers are entering this phase of life. This presentation will explore the expected impact of the rapidly growing population of aging Baby Boomers and how they can be expected to dominate the philanthropic landscape over the coming decade in both expected and unexpected ways.
