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FreeWill's public webinars, hosted by co-CEO Patrick Schmitt, have been delighting nonprofit professionals for over 5 years. Explore upcoming topics and register today.

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FreeWill's industry reports

Discover the latest trends influencing estate planning and planned giving, along with different types of non-cash giving, in our Industry Reports.

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Key tax changes impacting philanthropy in 2026

The recent tax bill (OBBB) passed on July 4th, 2025. This document has two resources (one donor-facing, one for gift officers) that explain how those changes will impact philanthropy in the future.

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Headwinds & Tailwinds

Written for nonprofit boards, executive directors, and senior leaders, our 2025 report discusses the many forces impacting nonprofit fundraising and associated actions you can take to mitigate or leverage those forces. 

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The Great Wealth Transfer: Will it be great for nonprofits?

Explore 4 key takeaways and 3 actions you should take in response to the Chronicle of Philanthropy's April 2025 article, The Great Wealth Transfer: Will It Be Great for Nonprofits?

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Positioning your nonprofit for the Wealth Transfer

Explore key takeaways from the Chronicle of Philanthropy's April 2025 article, How to Position Your Nonprofit for the Wealth Transfer.

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FreeMinute

3-5 minute weekly briefings from FreeWill co-CEO Patrick Schmitt on what nonprofits need to know about the week's events.

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Industry experts to watch

Reference this list to find industry experts, fundraising associations, publications, consultants, and others to follow to remain "in the know" about creative fundraising.

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Partner success stories

Read success stories from other nonprofits who have leveraged their FreeWill partnership to grow their fundraising in creative ways.

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