A deep dive on the 2026 Giving USA Report and its implications for your nonprofit

Every year, Giving USA releases the most comprehensive look at charitable giving in America. This year's report covers 2025, and the findings paint an exciting picture for philanthropy.

Total giving hit a record $617.2 billion, and bequests surged nearly 20%. But donor participation kept declining, and the sources of charitable giving are shifting in ways that have real implications for how nonprofits raise money.

Watch Patrick Schmitt, co-CEO of FreeWill, lead a practical session breaking down the 2026 Giving USA Report and what it means for your organization's fundraising strategy.

In this webinar, we covered:

• What the 2026 Giving USA data reveals about the state of charitable giving
• What a surge in bequests signals about the Great Wealth Transfer and planned giving opportunity
• How shifts in donor participation and giving sources should shape your fundraising mix
• Practical steps to use this data to strengthen your strategy heading into giving season