Guest Post Policy

Interested in Writing a Guest Blog or Opinion Post?

While we may be a newer platform, our prominent domain name has already attracted considerable attention, resulting in a growing number of guest submission requests. This is just the beginning, and we anticipate further growth in interest as we continue to expand.

We welcome submissions from esteemed industry experts who wish to have their articles featured not only on Philanthropy.org but also in our highly regarded magazine, Giving Tomorrow. Both platforms reach an influential audience of fundraisers, development professionals, consultants, and nonprofit decision-makers who value insightful, high-caliber content.

Given the sophistication of our audience, we’ve created a clear submission policy to ensure that your article is the right fit before you submit.

What We’re Looking For

We are interested in articles that align with the themes and needs of the nonprofit and philanthropy sectors. Topics may include:

• Philanthropy: Insights, trends, personal success stories and commentary.
• Fundraising: Tips, advice, and inspiring stories.
• Planned Giving: Technical, practical, or strategic content.
• Legacy Giving and Major Giving: Advice and case studies.
• Financial Planning: Topics relevant to donors or fundraising.
• Personal Development: Time management, job hunting, etc.
• Professional Development: Leadership skills, career advice, and more.

At this time, we are delighted to offer complimentary publication for accepted articles. This policy may evolve, but early adopters will be grandfathered in. Posts will remain on our website indefinitely, although we reserve the right to remove content at our discretion.

Submission Guidelines

Our editorial team carefully reviews each pitch, assessing its relevance, quality, SEO viability, and readability. Please adhere to the following:

• Submissions must be original; plagiarism will result in removal.
• Content must meet our quality and editorial standards. Submissions that do not meet these requirements will be declined.
• We’re looking for great content. Don’t worry if your writing skills need a little fine-tuning—our editor is here to help polish your work to perfection.
• If your submission is accepted, we will contact you promptly to confirm a publication date.

Accepted posts will be published exclusively on Philanthropy.org. In select cases, they may also appear in Giving Tomorrow or on our Center for Major Gifts blog. All editorial decisions are final.

Publication Details

Our editorial team reserves the right to:

• Edit and optimize your guest post for SEO, clarity, and accuracy.
• Include links to Philanthropy.org or other PlannedGiving.com content.
• Use your guest author photo across our digital and print platforms.
• Remove posts if they are later found to violate our policies.

Types of Posts We Publish

• Case studies and success stories (bequests, DAFs, CGAs).
• Marketing advice and best practices.
• Donor stories and stewardship advice.
• Fundraising news and philanthropy trends.
• Leadership and professional development insights.

What We Will Not Accept

• Content designed as a link-building scheme.
• Articles that are overly promotional or self-serving.
• Offensive, inaccurate, or overly critical content.
• Partisan or political content (unless neutral or philanthropy-related).
• Plagiarized or purely AI-generated material.

Writing Tips

Successful submissions teach our audience something new, are high-quality, and resonate with both novice and experienced professionals. Keep these guidelines in mind:

• Use clear, everyday language—avoid jargon.
• Include proper attribution for quotes, data, or external content (unless it’s a general opinion piece).
• Limit to one link to your organization’s website.
• Keep posts between 600-750 words (maximum 1,100 words).

Formatting Tips

• Use headings (H1, H2, H3) to organize your content.
• Keep paragraphs short: three to four sentences at most.
• Use bullet points or numbered lists for visual appeal.
• Include an introduction and conclusion—our platform highlights these sections.
• If including images, ensure proper permissions or select from Adobe Stock (provide image numbers).

We are not responsible for factual errors, broken links, or misinformation in guest posts.

Where to Submit

Ready to share your expertise with a discerning audience? Excellent. Submitting your work to Philanthropy.org offers unparalleled visibility within the upper echelon of the nonprofit sector. For those new to the philanthropy space, having your work featured on such a reputable platform can be a valuable addition to your résumé and an excellent boost to your career.

Be sure to include all relevant contact information to ensure your submission receives prompt attention.

📧 Submit your ideas to: succeed@plannedgiving.com