FreeMinute: Nonprofit Update for May 2026

Patrick Schmitt, Co-CEO
May 18, 2026
4
min read
FreeMinute: Nonprofit Update for May 2026

Economic indicators in May are giving fundraisers a really clear roadmap on how to fundraise. Watch this 4-minute video that highlights the most pressing updates for you and your team.

More nonprofit resources for you

  • 5 must-know strategies to navigate fundraising in an election year [upcoming webinar]: Join us on Tuesday, May 19th at 12pm ET for an informational session about how donor behavior shifts during an election year—and practical strategies that keep charitable giving on track.
  • Make-A-Will Month Success Guide [free download]: Learn how to scale legacy giving during Make-A-Will Month (MAWM) this year by downloading our MAWM Success guide. The guide includes outreach examples, campaign success stories, and the strategies used to drive gift commitments.
  • 2026 QCD Report [new research]: Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs) from IRAs are one of the fastest growing areas of philanthropy. Download our latest report to explore how IRA giving is shifting amid a changing tax and aging landscape.

Make-A-Will Month is almost here, and preparation starts now.

For many nonprofits, August drives some of the most meaningful planned giving engagement of the year. If you're looking for ways to strengthen your campaign and make it easier for donors to take action, request a demo to see how FreeWill can help.

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