September 16, 2026
Tony Martignetti
In this episode, we talk with Tony Martignetti, planned giving consultant and author of Planned Giving Accelerated, about how small and mid-sized nonprofits can make planned giving a meaningful part of their work and create lasting impact for generations to come. Tony shares why legacy giving is more accessible than many organizations realize and how a relationship-first approach can help nonprofits build a sustainable future for their missions. We dig into:
- Tony’s three-step, one-week approach and how it can help nonprofits start meaningful planned giving conversations
- Why planned giving doesn’t have to require a big budget, a big team, or a complicated plan
- How simple gifts in wills can be an accessible place for nonprofits to begin building a planned giving program
- Why loyal, long-term donors can be some of the strongest prospects for legacy giving, regardless of gift size
- The Martignetti MEAL Plan and how sharing a meal can create space for deeper donor relationships and conversations
- Planned giving ultimately being a conversation about life, community, and the long-term sustainability of a nonprofit’s mission
Connect with Tony at:
· LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonymartignetti
· Website – https://tonymartignetti.com
Learn more about Tony’s book, Planned Giving Accelerated at:
· Book Website – https://plannedgivingaccelerated.com
· Amazon
· Barnes & Noble