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Nonprofit Nation is hosted by Julia Campbell, digital marketing and fundraising expert, nonprofit consultant, and author of Storytelling in the Digital Age: A Guide for Nonprofits and How to Build and Mobilize a Social Media Community for Your Nonprofit in 90 Days. Julia helps nonprofits build movements, and in her work she teaches nonprofits how to build community, audience and raise influence on social media channels. On Nonprofit Nation, Julia sits down with nonprofit industry experts and ...
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This show documents practical strategies for deploying AI at work. With interviews spanning industries and professions, listeners will gain insights from business leaders who are implementing AI within their organizations; the challenges they've encountered and how they're positioning their companies for the future. Whether you're a CEO, manager or simply looking to get ahead with AI, this is for you.
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How to Write a Book in 4 Weeks (and Why You Should) with Dana Snyder
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In this episode of Nonprofit Nation, we sit down with Dana Snyder, a dynamic force in the nonprofit world and the founder of Positive Equation. Dana recently embarked on a whirlwind journey to write and publish her new book, "The Monthly Giving Mastermind - A Framework to Build, Grow & Sustain Subscriptions for Good." In just four weeks, she wrote …
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Standing Up For The Sector with Shannon McCracken
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In this episode of Nonprofit Nation, I sit down with Shannon McCracken, the founding CEO of The Nonprofit Alliance (TNPA), to explore her journey in the nonprofit sector and her visionary leadership at TNPA. Shannon brings a wealth of experience from her previous roles, including her impactful tenure as Chief Development Officer at Charity Navigato…
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AI and the Future of Generosity with Nathan Chappell
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It seems like the only thing anyone is talking about is AI - Artificial Intelligence - and the ways in which it is revolutionizing and changing work and impact in all industries, including the nonprofit sector. I want to get beyond the hype, and explore the implications for nonprofits, how to use AI not just to further productivity but also to crea…
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Donor Retention and Fundraising Trends with Barbara O’Reilly
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As the nonprofit sector faces shifting economic conditions and technological advancements, it may seem hard to keep up. In this episode, I sit down with Barbara O'Reilly, a renowned expert in donor retention and fundraising trends, to delve into the evolving landscape of nonprofit fundraising. Drawing from her extensive experience and her recent an…
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What’s Holding Nonprofits Back with Woodrow Rosenbaum
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There are many underlying issues that hinder the progress of nonprofits- but they may not be what you think! In this episode, we dispel some of the most pervasive, and destructive, myths and misconceptions that often cloud the path to success for nonprofits. My guest, Woodrow Rosenbaum, Chief Data Officer for GivingTuesday, brings invaluable insigh…
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Practical Uses of AI During Peak Fundraising Seasons with Julia Gackenbach
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With the end of the year being a particularly hectic time for nonprofits, how can Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools help streamline processes and improve efficiency? This episode explores the transformative potential of AI in fundraising. We discuss the implications, benefits, and challenges of integrating AI tools, sharing practical examples and …
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A Fundraiser's Guide to Social Media in 2024 💰📲
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Research indicates that around 60% of GenZs are inspired to donate to charity by social media. 55% of people who engage with nonprofits on social media end up taking some sort of action. This recording is of a LinkedIn Live chat with Stephen Knight, Director of Communications for JustLeadershipUSA. Join us as we talk about the themes of our upcomin…
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How to Engage With Impact with Nicholas Bruneau
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In this episode, we talked about: Overview of Nicholas Bruneau's book "Engage with Impact" and the innovative AGILE Framework for digital advocacy. Deep dive into how adopting a startup mentality can transform digital campaigns in the nonprofit sector. Discussion on the significance of leveraging and repurposing content to maximize digital outreach…
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What's New In Giving? My Chat with GivingTuesday 📊❤️
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What's going on with giving as we enter the second half of the year? What are the latest trends that nonprofits - of all sizes- need to know and understand? This recording is of a LinkedIn Live chat with Woodrow Rosenbaum, Chief Data Officer of GivingTuesday. We dove into the latest insights from the Q1 2024 GivingPulse report—a treasure trove of d…
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Nonprofit Advocacy and Influence with Bethany Snyder
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Advocacy is a key tool for nonprofits aiming to influence policy and secure funding. However, many nonprofits often struggle to prepare their teams for effective advocacy due to a lack of resources or knowledge about where to focus their efforts. In this episode of Nonprofit Nation, I’m joined by Bethany Snyder, a renowned expert in nonprofit advoc…
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How to Make Your Website Donor-Friendly with Spencer Brooks
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Today, we're diving into the world of nonprofit websites and how to make them more user-friendly to better serve your mission and engage your audience. I'm thrilled to welcome our guest, Spencer Brooks, an expert in web design and digital marketing for nonprofits. Spencer Brooks is the Founder & Principal of Brooks Digital, a website development an…
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Creating Sticky Teams That Thrive with Kishshana Palmer
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What makes a nonprofit successful? A lot of things. An engaged donor base, for example. Enthusiastic Board members. A compelling case for support. Those are all necessary to grow your organization and sustain your mission. But a critically important and often overlooked element is the employee. Nonprofits suffer higher turnover than any other secto…
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Tips for Fundraising During an Election Year with Alyssa Wright
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As the U.S. gears up for the 2024 presidential election, nonprofit professionals find themselves at the intersection of philanthropy and politics, considering the unique challenges and opportunities that come with fundraising during an election year. My guest this week is Alyssa Wright, industry expert on fundraising. Having spent time as a human r…
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Making Money While Making Change with Quilen and Hannah Blackwell
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Financial sustainability is crucial, but social impact is the heart of nonprofits. With the social enterprise model, how can we ensure that our organization prioritizes its social mission while maintaining a viable business? My guests today are Quilen and Hannah Blackwell, the co-founders of Southside Blooms, an off-grid flower farm youth social en…
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How to Get More Donors In Your Pipeline with Josh Robertson
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Nearly half of fundraisers say they did not meet pipeline goals in the last fiscal year. ‘Staff turnover,’ ‘manual processes,’ and ‘donor discovery and pipeline management’ were cited by respondents as key challenges faced in 2023, according to a new report by Gravyty, a leader in engagement and fundraising technology. The report breaks down findin…
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Proven Strategies for Community Engagement with Candie Fredritz
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In this episode of Nonprofit Nation, Julia Campbell sits down with Candie Fredritz, the Director of Alumni and Parent Engagement at Kent School, a prestigious 9-12 boarding school in Kent, Connecticut. Candie shares her journey from a young worker in the school's stables to her current role, where she plays a pivotal role in fostering strong connec…
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How to Thrive When Work Doesn’t Love You Back with Meico Whitlock
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You may enjoy the work you do, but you wish more than anything you had more time to simply sit, think, and hear your own thoughts. The truth is - if you really want to make a difference, you must start by taking time for yourself right now because you can’t “change the world” if you’re not around long enough to make that happen. My guest on this ep…
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What It Means to Practice Outrageous Kindness with Kristina Joy Carlson
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Economic instability, wars, climate change, and a changing labor landscape have left businesses, organizations, and individuals feeling helpless and defeated. In actuality, too many people and organizations are lacking clarity and purpose. Maybe “outrageous kindness” is the change catalyst we need. My guest is Kristina Joy Carlson, CFRE, renowned p…
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How AI Is Driving Inclusivity & Productivity at Special Olympics
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From its potential in donor engagement and fundraising to enhancing program effectiveness, AI has shown that it can amplify the impact of nonprofits. How can we peel back the layers of AI's transformative potential in the nonprofit sector to go beyond the hype to see what’s really working and how it can help us in the trenches? In this conversation…
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In this episode, I sit down with Seth Godin to discuss the future of nonprofit fundraising, how to reach more donors with your message, and how his new venture GOODBIDS is turning charity auctions and fundraising upside down and inside out. Seth is an entrepreneur, bestselling author, and speaker. In addition to launching one of the most popular bl…
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What’s New With Google Ad Grants with Jessica King
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As a nonprofit professional, you understand the importance of making the most of every dollar you spend on your mission. Nonprofits operate with limited budgets, so professionals in the sector constantly look for ways to maximize impact without overspending. If you’ve encountered the Google Ad Grant program, you probably recognize that the program’…
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5 Videos Every Nonprofit Needs with Danami-Maurice Champion
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There are five stories about your nonprofit that form the cornerstones of your organization. Investing in turning these stories into evergreen videos will help maximize your impact for years, because they are always relevant and fresh for your audience. But how to find these stories, collect them, and share them far and wide? My guest on this episo…
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A Framework to Make Your Strategic Plan Actionable with Beth Saunders
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Are you a nonprofit leader who feels stuck despite completing a strategic plan and hiring consultants? It can be frustrating when you’ve “done the strategy” and still feel like you’re drowning in names and numbers to build a prospect list, complete a grant application or find Board candidates. You need to make your strategic plan actionable. You ne…
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Creating Campaigns That Inspire Your Community with Nikki Porcher
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Black women, the fastest growing segment of business owners, are the least likely to receive investments from venture capitalists. They account for less than 1 percent of the $424.7 billion raised in tech V.C. funding since 2009, according to the 2018 Project Diane study conducted by DigitalUndivided, an organization that empowers women entrepreneu…
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How To Turn Event Attendees into Lifelong Donors with Chad Barger, ACFRE
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Are you tired of pouring resources into events only to see attendees come and go without making a lasting impact? In this episode of Nonprofit Nation, fundraising master trainer Chad Barger, ACFRE, shows us the secrets to converting event attendees into loyal donors. The data shows that events are unparalleled in their ability to engage attendees. …
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Joe Mazzone: Artificial Intelligence and Innovation in Education
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My guest today is Joe Mazzone. Joe leads the product development for Coding Rooms, an interactive training platform owned by Wiley, the multinational academic publishing company. During our discussion, we explore how the team at Wiley is addressing the challenges, risks, and opportunities presented by AI. We also talk about how the education sector…
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Finding New Donors by Using Intention with Matt Nash
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In the philanthropic landscape, the influence of corporate matching programs cannot be overstated. With approximately 81% of Americans making charitable donations and 26 million individuals employed by companies offering match programs, there is significant potential for fundraisers to tap into this resource. Want to reach younger donors? The avera…
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Ralph Burns: AI and the Future of Digital Marketing
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My guest today is Ralph Burns. Ralph is the Founder and CEO of Tier 11, a leading digital marketing agency that manages over $200 million in annual ad spend. Ralph is also the co-host of Perpetual Traffic, a digital marketing podcast with hundreds of thousands of monthly listeners. During our conversation, Ralph describes the evolution of the indus…
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How to Create a Sound Social Media Strategy with Nina Staer Nathan
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Social media can be a boon for nonprofits - or a bane. With attention spans and engagement rates plummeting, and new platforms popping up, how can nonprofits keep up? My guest today is the founder of Sunflower Communications, Nina Staer Nathan. In this insightful episode, we unravel the essential components of crafting an effective social media str…
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Michal Heiplik: Revolutionizing Public Media Fundraising
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My guest today is Michal Heiplik. Michal is the President and CEO of Contributor Development Partnership. CDP develops data driven insights and provides fundraising services to more than 230 public radio and television stations across the United States. During its first five years as an independent organization, CDP has brought 500,000 new donors t…
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Helping Nonprofits Crack the Code to Find Long-Term Donors with James Thorne
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Most nonprofits struggle to generate income, which hinders impact. It’s common to constantly live in frantic fundraising mode. It impacts your team, your mission, and even your family. How can nonprofits - like yours - find more donations with the network of supporters you already have so you can leave your unique mark on the world? My guest this w…
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How to Boost Partnership Efforts with AI & Case Studies with Joe Waters
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Cause marketing involves partnering with a for-profit business to promote your cause and raise funds. This type of marketing can be a win-win for both parties, as the business benefits from increased brand awareness and positive PR, while your organization benefits from increased exposure and donations. And as more consumers look to support compani…
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Fundraising from Scratch - How to Raise Money With Zero Budget and Zero Donors with Tiffany Allen
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New and small nonprofits are doing powerful work in communities, often with little to no budgets. Getting your first donations can be challenging when you feel like you have little visibility or support. That’s where peer-to-peer fundraising comes in. My guest this week is Tiffany Allen. Tiffany is the CEO of Boss on a Budget, a small firm that tea…
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How to Boost Philanthropy Through Servant-Leadership with Evan Wildstein
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We know that nonprofits do amazing work. Every single day, they deliver life-changing programs, research, and more to impact communities, regions, and the world. Philanthropy supercharges nonprofits to go forward — but it’s often about more than money. It’s about trust. It’s about storytelling. It’s about big relationships. It’s about doing the rig…
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Volunteer Recruitment in the Digital Age with Geng Wang
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Volunteer recruitment is the #1 challenge volunteer managers report facing. In this episode, I speak with Geng Wang, CEO and Founder of Civic Champs, a volunteer management and engagement platform. We discuss: How volunteering has changed since the pandemic The latest volunteer recruitment trends Tips to recruit and retain the best volunteers How t…
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Start Attracting (Not Chasing) The Right Donors with Brooke Richie-Babbage
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Fundraising does not have to feel like throwing spaghetti against the wall and hoping for the best. My guest this week is going to help us finally take the guesswork out of finding, cultivating & activating new donors — in proven and actionable ways. In this episode, we discuss: How to Attract New Funders And Donors to Fuel Your Growth How to fund …
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The Power of Bilingual Content in Nonprofit Fundraising and Social Media Marketing
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In the last few years, bilingual social media content has emerged as a tool used to increase diversity and rights for minority groups. On Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, Snapchat, and other social platforms, organizations such as Tide Pods by Unilever have released bilingual images that support diverse communities. More recently, nonprofits have star…
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Hello and welcome everyone, I'm Sam Chappell and this is 'Not a Threat'. This show documents practical strategies for deploying AI at work. With interviews spanning industries and professions, listeners will gain insights from business leaders who are implementing AI within their organizations; the challenges they've encountered and how they're pos…
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How Nonprofits Can Take The Leap Into Gaming with Shane Bailey
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Livestreams are the new telethons, and they’re raising millions for charities. The rise of video game streaming in the last several years has opened up a new avenue for philanthropy. Streamers and charity organizations routinely partner up to solicit donations from the gamer’s thousands of loyal viewers. Instead of calling in like participants did …
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How to Get Major Gifts Fundraising Courage with Julie Ordoñez
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Your major gifts strategy may be leaving millions on the table. And it’s probably holding you back from the impact you know your organization could make. You have - or you are developing - relationships with ultra-high-net-worth individuals, but they’re not stepping up to the level you need. But in truth, the person who needs to step up is you. Ask…
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The Role of Tech in Your 2024 Fundraising with Melaina Chromy
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Social Media for Social Good Academy is open for enrollment - click here for more information! How is technology shaping your fundraising strategy this year? What challenges are fundraisers facing in 2024 - and where are the opportunities? From leveraging data analytics to optimizing online donation processes, this episode explores some of the emer…
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How to Leverage Technology to Support Your Mission with Sterrin Bird
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My guest today is Sterrin Bird, Senior Director, Nonprofit Industry Advisor, Salesforce. Sterrin is a nationally recognized leader in the nonprofit community, with nearly three decades spent working with some of the most prestigious organizations in the country, including UCSF Medicine, Duke Medicine, American Red Cross, United Way and the March of…
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Nonprofit Social Media Trends for the New Year with Hootsuite
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Social Media for Social Good Academy is open for enrollment - click here for more information! What type of content is most likely to inspire long-term support from your followers? How are nonprofit organizations handling the constant rise of social platforms and features? Are they jumping on the AI bandwagon? And which social platforms are they mo…
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How to Double Your Revenue Using Bold Thinking with Matt Scott
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Nonprofits are often stuck in the status quo of fundraising, inching along towards their revenue goals and slashing programs and budgets along the way. What if we changed the question to: “What if we had no choice but to double our revenue over the next three years with half the resources, half the human effort, half the budget? How would we do it?…
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How to Center Communities in Social Change with Vichi Jagannathan
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Have you heard of human-centered design? It is built on the idea that people who experience a challenge are best suited to solve it. More recently, human-centered design has been adapted to solve problems that have nothing to do with technology. For example, school districts often use variations of the approach to redesign schools, engaging student…
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Why You Need An AI Use Policy (And How To Make One) with Kim Snyder
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AI is certainly a hot topic right now, and the focus is primarily on using the tools to save time and increase productivity. However, ethics and privacy concerns apply to any and all uses of AI. In this episode, my guest is Kim Snyder, VP of Data Strategy at RoundTable Technology. She leads us in a discussion of the specifics of ethics and privacy …
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Fundraising Trends to Watch for in 2024 with Wendy Mercurio
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In this episode, Julia Campbell sits down with Wendy Mercurio, the Content and Education Specialist at Qgiv, to discuss the top fundraising trends to watch for in 2024. They cover five exciting emerging trends, including AI in fundraising, recurring donors and giving flexibility, peer-to-peer fundraising, unconventional donors, and digital wallets …
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Video Storytelling for Nonprofits with Rachel Jellinek
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Video is a critical tool in a nonprofit fundraising and marketing plan. Video storytelling can bring a nonprofit mission to life, fostering emotional connections. Visual narratives engage audiences, making complex issues relatable, driving empathy, and compelling action. Video's shareability amplifies impact, reaching wider audiences and enhancing …
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How to Work with Online Influencers to Create Social Change with Ashwath Narayanan
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Today, we're diving deep into the intersection of nonprofits and the digital influence world. Joining us is the innovative Ashwath Narayanan, CEO of Social Currant, who is championing a groundbreaking approach to amplifying social causes. Ashwath recognized a crucial gap in the way nonprofits connect with digital-savvy youth and decided to bridge i…
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The Real Reason Nonprofits Can’t Keep Great Staff with Jonathan Meagher-Zayas
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