Webinars The Hidden Risk in Major Gifts: Building a Modern Due Diligence Strategy Major gifts bring transformative opportunity but also increasing scrutiny and risk. Learn how modern due diligence strategies help nonprofits confidently vet donors, protect their reputation, and move forward with the right gifts. Home Resources Webinars The Hidden Risk in Major Gifts: Building a Modern Due Diligence Strategy Webinars Due Diligence education nonprofits Major gifts have the power to transform organizations, but they can also introduce significant financial, legal, and reputational risk if donors are not properly vetted. As philanthropy becomes increasingly global and high-profile donors face greater public scrutiny, nonprofit organizations must go beyond traditional prospect research. It’s no longer enough to assess capacity and connection, today’s teams need a deeper understanding of source of wealth, reputational exposure, regulatory risk, and alignment with institutional values. This session will explore how modern fundraising teams are evolving their due diligence strategies to meet these challenges, without slowing down momentum. Join our experts as they share how organizations are building more robust, scalable due diligence frameworks that protect institutional integrity while enabling confident, informed fundraising. June 2 | 10am ET What you’ll learn: Why due diligence is becoming a critical safeguard for organizations accepting major gifts Key risk indicators to evaluate, including adverse media, sanctions exposure, source of wealth, and reputational concerns When and how to incorporate due diligence into the donor lifecycle How internal research teams and third-party intelligence partners can work together to deliver deeper, more objective insights Who should attend: Prospect research and due diligence professionals Development and advancement leaders Major gifts officers and fundraisers Nonprofit executives and compliance stakeholders Whether you’re looking to strengthen your risk management approach, improve donor vetting processes, or build a more modern due diligence strategy, this session will provide practical guidance to help you move forward with confidence, protecting both your mission and your reputation. Our Presenter Matt Thompson, VP, Higher Education and Healthcare, Global, Altrata Matt Thompson has spent over a decade helping nonprofit organizations achieve their fundraising goals. Originally from Boston, Massachusetts, Matt has been in the software industry since 2006 and brings a wealth of experience in wealth intelligence, donor engagement, and strategic relationship-building. A passionate advocate for leveraging data to drive impact, Matt works closely with organizations to develop tailored strategies that enhance major donor cultivation and stewardship. When not working, Matt is an avid golfer, a devoted Patriots fan, and a proud parent.