Reletter
Artwork for Philanthropy 451 by Saving Giving

Philanthropy 451 by Saving Giving

Lisa Z Greer

Welcome to Philanthropy 451, a weekly newsletter with my thoughts on the state of the nonprofit industry, including anecdotes, statistics, and helpful recommendations. I'm Lisa Greer and I'm obsessed with Saving Giving.

Platform
Substack
PricingOnly free issuesPublishesTwice weekly
Issues343Founded7 years agoLast Issue8 days ago
Active

Read this Newsletter

philanthropy451.substack.com
Artwork for Philanthropy 451 by Saving Giving

Latest Issues

Fundraising Tip of the Week | June 2, 2026

Share

One of the biggest misconceptions in fundraising is that every donor is waiting until December to make a gift.

For many DAF holders, the tax decision was made when they funded the account—not when they recommend grants from it. Tha...

8 days ago
32
2

A Few Embarrassingly Easy Ways to Encourage DAF Donations - or at Least Stop Discouraging Them

Myth About Anonymity

Last month, while attending a panel on DAF at AFP ICON in San Diego, I had a realization. At one moment in the session, we in the audience were asked to talk to the person next to us about… I don’t remember the ques...

13 days ago
33
1

Fundraising Tip of the Week | May 28, 2026

Share

Galas have a way of sticking around long after they’ve stopped making sense. Just because an event is tradition doesn’t mean it’s effective.

If you’re pouring time, energy, and budget into something that isn’t delivering real retur...

13 days ago
45

Fundraising Tip of the Week | May 18, 2026

Share

Too many events try to do everything—and end up accomplishing very little.

Before you plan a single detail, get clear on your primary goal. Are you raising money, cultivating relationships, and/or introducing new donors to your mis...

23 days ago
37

Fundraising Tip of the Week | May 12, 2026

Share

Too many organizations treat events like a finish line instead of a starting point.

The real opportunity begins after the last guest walks out the door. For your donors and volunteers who attend, this is your chance to hear their t...

a month ago
44
2

Key Facts

Contact Information
Newsletter Author
Number of Subscribers
Find out how many people subscribe to this newsletter.

Audience Metrics

Subscribers, engagement, traffic and sponsorship for Philanthropy 451 by Saving Giving.

SubscribersEngagement77Monthly Web Visits
Accepts SponsorsEstimated Cost per Ad

Authors

The writers behind this newsletter.

  • Lisa Z Greer

    Lisa Greer is a philanthropist, nonprofit advisor, speaker, bestselling author, and advocate for transforming fundraising. She challenges outdated practices, creating a relationship-based approach to ensure a more impactful philanthropic culture.

  • Frequently Asked Questions

    How can I access the email archive for Philanthropy 451 by Saving Giving?

    You can find recent issues that have been published by Philanthropy 451 by Saving Giving on Reletter by scrolling up to where it says Latest Issues. Tap on the link for any of the most recent emails or hit More Issues to see older ones.

    How many subscribers does Philanthropy 451 by Saving Giving have?

    To see how many people subscribe to Philanthropy 451 by Saving Giving, simply upgrade your Reletter account. We provide readership numbers and lots of other stats for this newsletter so you can decide if it's worth reaching out to.

    How can I advertise in Philanthropy 451 by Saving Giving?

    Newsletter advertising can be extremely effective when it's done right. Before you pitch Philanthropy 451 by Saving Giving as a potential sponsor or partner, make sure that you've done your research and checked its newsletter stats with Reletter.

    Then, personalize one of our winning pitching templates and send it to the right person using the contact info provided.

    How much does it cost to sponsor a publication like Philanthropy 451 by Saving Giving?

    Newsletter ad rates (or CPM) vary depending on many factors, including industry, number of subscribers, open rate, ad placement and more.

    To find out how much an ad will cost, contact Philanthropy 451 by Saving Giving using the contact information provided and ask for a copy of their media kit.

    How can I find newsletters related to Philanthropy 451 by Saving Giving?

    Scroll up to where it says Related Newsletters to see other publications like Philanthropy 451 by Saving Giving. You can also search our email newsletter directory to discover other newsletters that cover the topics you're interested in.

    How do I contact Philanthropy 451 by Saving Giving?

    Reletter provides this newsletter's website URL above, where you will often find their contact information. We also provide links to associated social media accounts and pitching templates so you can reach out fast.