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How can you accelerate planned giving?

Episode 220 · September 16th, 2026 · 21 mins 50 secs

About this Episode

Planned giving can feel intimidating, especially if your team is small and your days are already full. But you don’t need dedicated staff, or expensive resources. Farra Trompeter, co-director, talks with Tony Martignetti, evangelist for planned giving and author of Planned Giving Accelerated, about why planned giving is easy, accessible, and affordable for organizations of any size. They explore Tony's three-step launch framework, and discuss why donors who include you in their will actually increase their annual giving. You’ll also learn how to reframe planned giving from a "death conversation" to a joyful legacy conversation and practical low-lift marketing tactics. Get actionable advice for launching a planned giving program this month—with no additional staff.