Get expert insights from the Giving USA Annual Report on Philanthropy – the most comprehensive analysis of charitable giving trends in the United States.
Grants Plus and AFP Cincinnati proudly present the 2025 Giving USA Cincinnati Briefing – a free virtual session featuring nationally recognized philanthropy expert Melissa Brown.
In this exclusive session, Melissa will break down the key findings from the latest report and share expert analysis to help nonprofit leaders turn data into strategy. You’ll walk away with practical, actionable takeaways to inform your fundraising, planning, and decision-making in today’s shifting philanthropic landscape.

When
- Tuesday, June 24th at 9:00am EST / 8:00am CST
Where
- Virtual Session – Zoom Webinar
Duration
- Presentation – 1 Hour | Q&A – 30 Mins
About the Speaker

Melissa Brown
Melissa Brown, former editor of Giving USA and a respected consulting researcher, offers practical perspectives and actionable takeaways on the latest philanthropic research. She founded her firm in 2011 and helps charities “turn knowledge into action” through program evaluation, planning, and research. Melissa is a highly rated national speaker, a faculty member of The Fund Raising School, and a former chair of the Association of Philanthropic Counsel (APC).