Steve Clark, Virginia Tech

Deb Havighorst, Prairie State College Foundation

Mark Seeley, Reformed Theological Seminary – Charlotte

Jeffrey Cline, ALS Association Greater Philadelphia Chapter

Lynn Elsken Brynes, The Bryn Mawr School

Ed Cable, Mount Vernon Nazarene University

Ben Madonia, Hamilton College

Sam Samuels, Smith College

Jeff Comfort, Osuf

Josefa Bethea-Wall, Africa University, Inc.

Dennis Carlson, General Conference of Seventh-Day Adventists

Marilyn Van Houten, NYU Langone Health

Steven Clark, Virginia Tech

Kathryn Miree, Kathryn W. Miree & Associates, Inc.

Kim Johnson, Mount St. Mary’s University

Meredith Sossman, MM&C Consulting

Delia G. Perez, Fairleigh Dickinson University

James Salley, Africa University

Paul Chip Hurd, United Way of the Greater Lehigh Valley

Larry Raff, Copley Raff, Inc.

Dr. Sarah K. Nathan, Middletown Community Foundation

Stephanie Cory, Stephanie Cory Consulting

Lynn Ierardi, University of Pennsylvania

Russell James, Texas Tech University

Conrad Teitell, Taxwise Giving

Sandra Pollack, Daughters of the American Revolution

Nigel Allen, Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare Foundation

Mindy Aleman, Kent State University

Kenneth Meifert, National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum

Tania Yount, Barnabas Center, Inc.

Joe Tumolo, Donor Centric Fundraising, LLC

Gary Bukowski, Sarah A Reed Children’s Center

Camilyn Leone, University of Virginia Law

Jeff Mueller, American Heart Association

Dale Keshishian, HealthWorks Academies

Andre Gorgenyi, Tower Hill Botanic Garden

Jim Murphy, Episcopal Church Foundation

Jane Danek, Princeton University

Rebecca Price-Janney, Self

Stuart Sullivan, Shriners Children

Michael Einbinder-Schatz,

Suzanne Lutz, Robert Kennedy Center for Justice and Human Rights

Seetha Aiyar, Hindu American Foundation

Debbie Shupp, The Parkesburg Point

Steve Grourke, The American College

Dan Rice, Alliance Community Foundation

Scott Janney, The Salvation Army

Anne McClintock, Harvard University

Jory Barrad, The Pathway School

Cynthia Pritchard, State System Foundation

Michelle Gollapalli, ECRI Institute

Allen Thomas, Thomas Charitable Advisors, LLC

Nanette Fridman, Fridman Strategies

Sylvia Bastani, Girard College

Cam Kelly, Duke University

Kevin Jameson, Dementia Society of America

Daniel P. Condoluci-Smith,

Jim Langley, Langley Innovations

Elizabeth Fitzgerald, Kronstadt Consulting

Creal Zearing, Gathering Waters: Wisconsin’s Alliance for Land Trusts

Marlo Schalesky, Wonder Wood Ranch

Judy Frazier, We The Kids, Inc

Rhett Wilson, The White House Historical Association

Jennifer Green, Alpha Bravo Canine

John Lepp, Agents of Good

Johnne Syverson, Charitable Giving Resource Center

William Curtis, CommonSpirit Health

Brad Caswell, Acadia Squam Group

Amy Varga, The Varga Group

Penelope Burk, Cygnus Applied Research, Inc.

Dien Yuen, Daylight Advisors

Brian Saber, Asking Matters

Elizabeth Thompson, World Relief

Claire Axelrad, Clairification

Stephen Frey, Geneva College Foundation

Linda Garrison, Acuity Consulting

Carolyn Ridley, Asbury University

Cole Eason, Truman Heartland Community Foundation

Wayne Lynch, Global School Consulting Group

Phil Bloyd, SAR Foundation

Petrina Williams, Susan B. Anthony

Troy Nuss, Ronald McDonald House of Delaware

Matt Sleezer, Kaleida Health Foundation

Jessica Gottlieb, Minneapolis Heart Institute Foundation

James Gold, Accordant Health

Scott Lumpkin, Scott R. Lumpkin & Associates LLC

Ramona Ramadar, The Salvation Army of Greater New York

Michelle Staes, United Way of Atlanta

Pazit Levitan, The Path to Impact

Chelsea Brown, Outlier Media

Chris Needles, Wounded Warrior Project

Rebecca Locke, American Red Cross

Wayne Olson, Shriners Children

Wes Davis, West End Neighborhood House

Doris Parent, Philadelphia Orchestra and Kimmel Center

Dwayne Walton, The Parkesburg Point

Leigh Brown Perkins, Senior Content Marketing Manager

Ryan Park, Upbring

John Nersesian, PIMCO

Brent West, High Peaks Alliance

Kimberly Johnson, Stone Ridge School of the Sacred Heart

Elizabeth Racheva, The Phillips Collection

Mark Mills, Smithsonian Institution

Larry Chinn, New Life Church

Susan Campbell, Polk County Community Foundation

Shari Hunter, Two & Company

Adam Morgan, MVP Advisors

Cheryl Mott Smith, Kairos Trust

Share Your Voice in Giving Magazine

Are you a passionate and savvy professional with insights to share? We want to hear from you!

At Giving Magazine, we’re on the hunt for compelling stories that resonate — whether they’re humorous, poignant, technical, critical, controversial, or deeply personal. We’re especially interested in pieces related to planned giving, major gifts, personal development, and philanthropy.

No prior publishing experience? No problem. This is a great opportunity to establish your voice in the philanthropic community. What matters most is that you know your subject and can captivate our readers.

Submission Guidelines

Before you pitch your idea, please take a moment to review these guidelines and familiarize yourself with a sample issue of Giving Tomorrow. (If you’re interested in presenting a webinar, similar guidelines apply.)

What Sets Giving Magazine Apart?

Giving Magazine is the first and only magazine dedicated to marketing major and planned gifts. Designed for proactive nonprofit professionals, our publication empowers readers to take charge of their success in a fast-evolving philanthropic landscape.

Gone are the days of relying on golf tournaments and galas. Today’s donors expect a holistic approach to giving — “siloed” gifts are out, and blended gifts are the new norm. The future isn’t some distant horizon; it’s here, now. Those who aren’t marketing planned gifts are falling behind, fast.

Printed in a beautiful, full-color format slightly larger than 8.5 x 11 inches, Giving Tomorrow is also available as a digital subscription.

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking articles that are:

  • Engaging: Make us laugh, cry, or think. Just don’t be boring!
  • Fresh: Share a unique perspective or untold story.
  • Relevant: Address the challenges and opportunities of today’s philanthropy professionals.

Here are some submission ideas, though we’re always open to fresh concepts:

  • Cover Story: Timely, in-depth analysis of major trends or topics (800–1,000 words).
  • Letters to the Editor: Share your thoughts, feedback, or reactions.
  • How-To Articles: Practical, actionable advice (500 words or less).
  • Technical Toolbox: Insights for our “nerdier” readers who love diving deep into details.
  • Personal Development: Career tips, growth strategies, and success habits.
  • Q&A Features: Interviews with industry experts, especially those outside the nonprofit sector — because nonprofits should run like businesses.
  • Profiles: Spotlights on standout fundraisers and thought leaders in the field.
  • Donor Perspective: Stories by or about donors that reveal what it’s like to be on the receiving end of fundraising efforts.
  • Your Stories: Successes, failures, lessons learned — share the moments that shaped your journey.

We also accept submissions for our blog at PlannedGiving.com.

Ready to share your story? Submit your idea today and join the conversation that’s shaping the future of philanthropy!

How to Submit Articles

Interested in Contributing to Giving Magazine?

We’re excited to hear your ideas! To begin, please send our editor a brief synopsis of your proposed article. Be sure to indicate whether your submission is original or has appeared elsewhere, such as in CASE CurrentsJournal of PhilanthropyPlanned Giving Today, or similar publications.

Once your idea is approved, you’ll need to submit the following:

  • Your completed article
  • A brief author bio (25 words or less)
  • A high-resolution headshot
  • A signed statement confirming your article is original and free of plagiarism

Please note that we reserve the right to edit your article for style, clarity, and length. Opinions expressed in submitted pieces are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Giving Tomorrow or PlannedGiving.com.

Want help crafting your story? In special cases, we can interview you and ghostwrite the article on your behalf. Just ask!

We look forward to hearing from you and sharing your insights with our readers!

Compensation

Published pieces of 500 words or more are eligible for 5 points for CFRE continuing education requirements.

Free one-year subscription for authors who contribute an original article that is selected for publication in Giving Tomorrow.