Best CFRE Podcasts (2024)

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Ep 111| Perfecting Your Nonprofit Elevator Pitch! 12:29

1d ago12:29

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Can you sell your nonprofit’s mission in 5 minutes? Get ready to make a memorable first impression and maximize every funding opportunity. Join Brittan and Cara to ensure you are ‘Elevator Pitch Perfect’ for funders, and always prepared to create authentic connections with potential supporters. Unlock the secrets to Elevator Pitch Creation with tip…

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530. Why + How to Engage Gen Z in Your Mission - Duyen Spigelman, Kathryn Baccash, and Alyssa Boger (NMS Replay) 48:18

2d ago48:18

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Meet Duyen, Kathryn and Alyssa. These three brilliant experts are flexing what Gen Z is bringing to their organizations in the best way. Gen Z is rising to become the most heartwired, active generation the world's ever seen. And they know how to get loud, mobilize, and get active in their communities around causes that align with their values. Nonp…

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E42: Empowering Nonprofit Leadership Development and Growth with Kristin Harrington, Partner at Lead Star 40:36

3d ago40:36

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In this episode of the Lead with Heart podcast, I’m having a meaningful conversation with leadership and strategy advisor Kristin Harrington. We delve into Kristin's unique journey into nonprofit leadership, the importance of culture and workforce development, and funding strategies for enhancing an organization's impact. Highlighting the challenge…

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47: Wealth of Generosity 4:30

4d ago4:30

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"...Though they have been going through much trouble and hard times, they have mixed their wonderful joy with their deep poverty, and the result has been an overflow of giving to others..." This week, I’m reading from 2 Corinthians by Saint Paul. Reflection questions: Is there a volunteer or Board member you have deemed too poor to give the opportu…

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529. Reimagining Nonprofit Missions for Today's World - Dorri McWhorter, YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago 41:20

4d ago41:20

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Meet Dorri. When it comes to reimagining the nonprofit sector, she not only talks the talk but also walks the walk. She’s the President and CEO of the YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago, previously serving as CEO of the YWCA Metropolitan Chicago. Under her leadership, the YWCA operating budget grew from $10.5 million to $38 million🤯👏She also led the effo…

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Personal Ties: A Conversation with Santana Febrey 37:29

7d ago37:29

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Santana Febrey is one of four individuals honored with the Outstanding Young Professional Award by the Association for Fundraising Professionals in 2024. Santana serves as Development Officer at Autism Edmonton where she has spearheaded the organization's first fund development strategic plan and been instrumental in building partnerships leading t…

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Ep 110| Can AFP 2024 Innovations Transform Your Nonprofit? 16:04

8d ago16:04

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Dive into the latest nonprofit trends direct from AFP Icon 2024! From using AI ‘for good’ to community-driven fundraising, discover how your organization can thrive in today's challenging landscape. With topline takeaways on the newest trends driving nonprofit impact, Jena, joined by the Donorbox team and guest Maria Bryan, Director of Storytelling…

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528. How to Foster Trust + Connection with Your Brand (NMS Replay) - Shelley Diamond, UNICEF USA 42:47

9d ago42:47

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Meet Shelley. She’s a passionate builder of global brands and businesses, with expertise across communications disciplines. As the Chief Marketing Officer at UNICEF USA, she's all about building connections and trust at scale. During the Nonprofit Marketing Summit, Jon and Becky sat down with her to discuss UNICEF’s journey to redefine its brand id…

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527. The Influencer Effect + Harnessing the Power of Pop Culture for Good - Paul Katz 37:57

11d ago37:57

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Meet Paul 🎵He’s a GRAMMY-nominated music executive, social entrepreneur and the founder and CEO of Entertain Impact, an award-winning social impact agency. With 30+ years bridging pop culture and philanthropy, he's worked with organizations and celebrities from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation to Usher, crafting 100+ impactful campaigns. He’s sh…

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46: Ask Freely 4:57

11d ago4:57

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"....Once we have learned to love the rich for who they are rather than what they have; and once we believe that we have something of great value to give them, then we will have no trouble at all in asking someone for a large sum of money...." This week, I’m reading a quote from The Spirituality of Fundraising by Henri Nouwen, originally presented …

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Heart Before Head: A Conversation with Madeleine Durante 30:19

13d ago30:19

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Madeleine Durante is one of four individuals honored with the Outstandig Young Professional Award by the Association of Fundraising Professionals in 2024. Madeleine serves as Director for Donor Retention and Direct Response at MoveOn with responsibility for maintaining relationships with over 100,000 of the organization's grassroots sustainers. She…

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Ep 109| NTEN 2024: Top Tech Trends for Nonprofits (Data, AI, Fundraising!) 20:26

16d ago20:26

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NTEN 2024: Top Tech Trends Nonprofits Need Now! Discover how data, AI, and ethics are reshaping nonprofits for the better! Britt and Amy Champagne dig into the most impactful takeaways from this year's NTEN 2024 Nonprofit Technology Conference (NTC). Get ready to leverage the latest thinking for your nonprofit, including how to: Prioritize secure a…

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526. Building a Modern Movement + Activating the Next Generation of Changemakers (NMS Replay) - Ben Collier, The Farmlink Project 47:15

17d ago47:15

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Meet Ben. As CEO, he’s led the transformation of The Farmlink Project from a college dorm initiative into a national hunger relief movement 🌱 Theirs is a nonprofit fairy tale story: three college students who saw a problem in the world and built a scrappy, grassroots solution that's changing the world 🌍 The Farmlink Project connects surplus food fr…

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Your best tool 12:35

17d ago12:35

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Yes, we all use tools every single day to make ourselves faster better and more productive he. Re are 2 ideas of tools you can use right now to help you Grow your nonprofit and make you more efficient and better at your job.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elazar-green/support…

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E41: Reduce CEO Burnout and Boost Board Engagement with Sabrina Hernandez, CEO of Supporting World Hope 40:29

18d ago40:29

40:29

Welcome back to the Lead with Heart podcast. I’m thrilled to have Sabrina Walker Hernandez on the show today. Sabrina is the president and CEO of Supporting World Hope, a nonprofit and mission-driven consulting agency that specializes in providing strategic planning, leadership development, and board education services to other nonprofits and missi…

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45: Rich and Poor 4:00

19d ago4:00

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"But sometimes our concern for the poor may carry with it a prejudice against the rich." This week, I’m reading a quote from The Spirituality of Fundraising by Henri Nouwen, originally presented in 1992. Reflection questions: Am I falling into either extreme of begging or entitlement? With our donors, how am I prioritizing the relationship over the…

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525. Building Resilient Communities + CORE's Holistic Approach to Humanitarian Work - Ann Lee 47:30

19d ago47:30

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Meet Ann. She’s a trailblazing leader who has activated vital emergency responses within the U.S. and internationally🌍 She co-founded CORE (Community Organized Relief Effort) alongside Sean Penn, and as CEO has overseen CORE’s transition into an international response and resilience-building NGO, responding to global crises. Navigating the landscap…

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524. Innovating for Impact: Seth Godin's Revolutionary Strategies for Nonprofit Growth + Fundraising Success 41:09

23d ago41:09

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Meet Seth. For more than thirty years, he has made it his mission to inspire, innovate, and challenge audiences to level up, and we’re so honored he is back in our house today to do just that. He’s a prolific author, an entrepreneur and perhaps most of all, a teacher. This conversation is full over surprises from canoeing🛶 to reimagining the charit…

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Ep 108| A Quick Timeout: Fresh Takes Loading! 1:47

23d ago1:47

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Refueling with Stories and Strategies for Nonprofit Success This week, our podcast waves hello from a short post-Easter break. We're gathering stories, strategies, and inspiration to spark new thinking that's all about elevating your nonprofit work and growing your mission. Stay with us, as we return next week, April 11, ready to empower your missi…

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44: The Generosity of Nature 4:42

26d ago4:42

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"...The waves beside them danced; but they [daffodils] Out-did the sparkling waves in glee: A poet could not but be gay, In such a jocund company: I gazed—and gazed—but little thought What wealth the show to me had brought:..." I'm reading two reflections on nature, abundance, and generosity: On Benefits by Seneca published in 59 AD and I Wandered …

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523. How to Use Storytelling, Data, Partnerships, and Advocacy to Drive Systems Change - Sixto Cancel, Think of Us 33:29

26d ago33:29

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Meet Sixto. He’s a nationally recognized leader in driving systems change in child welfare to improve outcomes for youth and families. As the founder and CEO of Think of Us, he spearheads fundamental change in child welfare systems nationwide. He’s sharing how Think of Us secured a groundbreaking $47.5 million investment from the Audacious Project,…

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Designing Tomorrow: The Modern Playbook for Social Impact Brands - Eric Ressler 6:08

29d ago6:08

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Why do some social impact brands thrive, while so many others fail to get traction, build support for their cause, and make meaningful progress towards their mission? Meet Designing Tomorrow, the show for modern social impact leaders and brands, hosted by Eric Ressler, Founder & Creative Director of Cosmic. Think of it as a modern playbook for navi…

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522. Building Digital Communities: A Roadmap for Community-First Nonprofit Marketing - Cameron Ripley 41:38

1M ago41:38

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Meet Cameron. He’s the CEO of Community Boost, serving over 1,000 nonprofit clients and has helped raise more than $100 million💸 The Community Boost team has also built the Nonprofit Marketing Summit, the world's largest nonprofit conference, driving more than 50,000 nonprofit professional registrations annually. Together, we’re peeling back the la…

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Ep 107: Mastering Volunteer Management| Top Tips & Strategies 26:24

1M ago26:24

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Today, we're drawing on expert advice from Geng Wang, CEO of Civic Champs, to guide you through the nuances of attracting, engaging, and retaining the heart and soul of your organization—your volunteers. Join us for more on: Crafting appealing volunteer opportunities. Cultivating a culture of appreciation and growth. Integrating technology and best…

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E40: Discussing Authentic Leadership with Joshua Berry, Author of Dare to Be Naive: How to Find Your True Self in a Noisy World 44:46

1M ago44:46

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Today, on the Lead with Heart podcast, we are discussing authentic leadership with my guest Joshua Berry, author of "Dare to Be Naive: How to Find Your True Self in a Noisy World." In this episode, Joshua shares his journey from international business to entrepreneurship, offering insights gained from working with organizations like the Ritz Carlto…

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521. The Role of Metrics + Evaluation at the Intersection of Social Justice - Liza Mueller 40:02

1M ago40:02

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Meet Liza. She believes that transformational social change can happen only when deep trust, respect and community voice are centered across the board. She’s the Vice President of Knowledge and Thought Leadership at Echoing Green, an org that discovers emerging social entrepreneurs and invests deeply in the growth of their ideas and leadership. She…

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43: Our Relationship with Money 5:00

1M ago5:00

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"...Those of us who ask for money need to look carefully at ourselves. The question is not how to get money. Rather, the question is about our relationship with money. We will never be able to ask for money if we do not know how we ourselves relate to money...." This week, I’m reading a quote from The Spirituality of Fundraising by Henri Nouwen, or…

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Ep 106: Budget-Friendly Branding for Nonprofits 20:30

1M ago20:30

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Build Your Nonprofit Brand without Breaking the Bank! Ready to elevate your nonprofit's brand presence without draining your resources? In this episode, Cara sits down with Dustin Gladwell, the visionary founder and CEO of CharlieMike.org, to uncover the keys to budget-friendly branding. With a wealth of experience in both marketing and nonprofit l…

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520. 9 Nonprofit Trends That Matter in 2024: Media scales impact. - Jon McCoy, Becky Endicott, Carolina Garcia Jayaram and Eva Bloomfield 56:59

1M ago56:59

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Welcome back to the final episode in our 9️⃣Nonprofit Trends that Matter in 2024 Series. We’re exploring how the world of philanthropy can be revolutionized through the power of media, Discover the secrets to making your nonprofit stand out by thinking like a media company💡 This week, we're joined by Carolina Garcia Jayaram, CEO, and Eva Bloomfield…

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519. Building Community Through Authentic Engagement: Lessons from the Michael J. Fox Foundation - Becca Lockhart and Tyler Hyacinth 34:50

1M ago34:50

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Meet Becca and Ty. These annual giving pros have mastered the art of 'stoking' to spark movements and create campaigns that resonate deeply with their audience🔥 They're bringing the playbook directly from the Michel J. Fox Foundation that meets this moment for how to show up + raise money on social media💰 On the podcast, they’re sharing how their s…

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42: Belonging 4:46

1M ago4:46

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"...People have such a need for friendship and for community that fund-raising has to be community-building...." This week, I’m reading a quote from The Spirituality of Fundraising by Henri Nouwen, originally presented in 1992. Reflection Questions: How does this perspective of communion, belonging, and friendship affect you in your work? Thinking …

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One Person At A Time: A Conversation with Pamela R. Clay of Living Advantage Inc. 35:07

1M ago35:07

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Pamela R. Clay has been at the helm of Living Advantage Inc. for nearly three decades, working tirelessly to uplift at-risk youth in Los Angeles and Orange Counties. Building on her mother's legacy, she has broadened the nonprofit's scope, enhancing education, technology, access, and career readiness to disrupt cycles of adversity. As the number an…

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Ep 105: 5 Ways to Make Social Media Marketing Easier 14:02

1M ago14:02

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Is your social media missing the mark with supporters? Find your audience with Cara and Nonprofit Marketing Nerd CEO, Kelly Gagnon, who shares five simple strategies to streamline and systematize your social media strategy to elevate your impact! Dig into how social media is often overlooked despite being critical to engaging existing, and attracti…

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518. 9 Nonprofit Trends That Matter in 2024: Make Generosity Frictionless. - Jon McCoy, Becky Endicott, and Vance Roush 37:48

1M ago37:48

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Welcome back to our 9️⃣ Nonprofit Trends that Matter in 2024 Series! As we near the end of our series, we're exploring how we can make generosity frictionless. We're used to frictionless payments in other aspects of our lives after all📱 With just a few taps on our phones, transactions are completed, and orders arrive at our doorsteps in a matter of…

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E39: Corporate Culture and Leadership in Your Nonprofit with Marine Corps Veteran & Founder And CEO of Groundswell, Jake Wood 36:16

2M ago36:16

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Welcome back to the Lead with Heart podcast. I'm very honored to have Jake Wood as my guest today. Jake is a Marine Corps veteran and the founder and CEO of Groundswell- a software company that enables companies to help their employees become modern philanthropists by providing tech-enabled donor-advised funds. Prior to launching Groundswell, Jake …

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41: Count That Year Lost 3:47

2M ago3:47

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"...One glance most kind That fell like sunshine where it went— Then you may count that day well spent..." I would like to share a poem from George Eliot, Count That Day Lost, published in 1887, and a quote from Aristotle which he wrote around 350 BC. Reflection question: Will you join me and challenge yourself to donate generously this year? To re…

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517. How to Future-Proof Your Fundraising with Social Media + Make Giving Seamless - Nick Black 35:14

2M ago35:14

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Meet Nick. He’s a combat veteran, an incredible innovator and founder of the nonprofit Stop Soldier Suicide and the company GoodUnited. GoodUnited’s innovative approach to philanthropy is a game-changing force in social media fundraising that's rallied over a billion dollars in donations💰 Nick is revealing the strategic use of social media to turn …

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Three things you should do to make your ask easier (Part 2) 8:07

2M ago8:07

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You can move around your fear of "no". Here's how. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elazar-green/support

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516. 9 Nonprofit Trends That Matter in 2024: Engage dimensionally. - Jon McCoy, Becky Endicott, and Justin McCord 43:14

2M ago43:14

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Welcome back to our 9️⃣ Nonprofit Trends that Matter in 2024 Series! Ever wondered what it takes to really connect with your supporters on a level that goes beyond a single data point? Enter: the opportunity to engage dimensionally — it's about creating deep, meaningful connections with your supporters informed by data 📊 Justin McCord, SVP of Marke…

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Your fear of NO is actually causing it... 13:16

2M ago13:16

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Three things Fundraisers do that cause donors to say NO! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elazar-green/support

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Ep 104: Fundamentals of Nonprofit Digital Marketing 22:00

2M ago22:00

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Are you struggling to find new donors? Or ways to reach a new audience? Spreading the word about your nonprofit isn't just a task—it's the heartbeat of your mission. Good digital marketing is key to letting people know what your cause is all about, great digital marketing consistently attracts new donors by leveraging tools, platforms, and tactics …

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515. The Cost of Code-Switching for Fundraisers of Color + The Health Effects of Racism in the Sector - Jonah Nigh, The New School 39:06

2M ago39:06

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Meet Jonah. This Renaissance man has a resume that is just as unique as it is impressive. He’s a classically trained singer🎶, a baker who was a semi-finalist on Season 1 of NBC’s Baking It 🍰 and an accomplished fundraising leader who is the senior vice president of Development and Alumni Engagement at The New School. On top of all that, he co-found…

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40: Lives Woven Together 4:45

2M ago4:45

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"...Both generous and ungenerous people live lives that are less than ideal. But the generous possess an insight usually missing among the less generous. They know that they already have enough, and that clinging to what they have or clamoring for more will not bring about greater happiness. So they share some of their time, money, and care with ot…

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Inward or Outward. How you talk makes a big difference. 10:01

2M ago10:01

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Do you know all the short codes to orders in your favorite restaurant? No? Your donors don't know your codes either. Make sure to talk to them so they can understand you. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elazar-green/support

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Ep 103: From Theory to Action: Mastering Experiential Fundraising 20:23

2M ago20:23

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Elevate Donor Retention with Experiential Fundraising Ready to dive deep into experiential fundraising and its potential for redefining donor engagement and retention? Join Jena and Donorbox Fundraising Strategist, Brittan Stockert, to unpack the transformative power of creating memorable donor experiences. We explore the growing shift from traditi…

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514. 9 Nonprofit Trends That Matter in 2024: Tap creators. Grow influence. - Jon McCoy, Becky Endicott, and Nick Lynch 36:55

2M ago36:55

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We’re back with another trend during our 9️⃣ Nonprofit Trends that Matter in 2024 Series: Tap creators. Grow influence. Discover how you can supercharge your nonprofit's impact with the power of the creator economy—this episode zeroes in on this transformative force! Our special guest today, Nick Lynch, Co-Founder and CEO of Collidescope.io, is an …

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E38: Navigating Anxiety as a Nonprofit Leader with Dr. Robyn Graham 46:58

2M ago46:58

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Welcome back to the Lead with Heart podcast. I am so honored to have Dr. Robyn Graham on the podcast today to talk about anxiety and leadership. Robyn is a marketing and lead generation strategist, host of a globally acclaimed podcast, and best-selling author. Many of you will know that anxiety is something I have been dealing with personally eight…

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39: Best of: Week 1: To Heal the Sorrows of Life 4:06

2M ago4:06

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"Donors, grantees, and beneficiaries need each other to bring something beautiful and life-giving to fruition. It is a collaboration borne of deep desire to find meaning, to be a blessing, to be part of something successful and consequential, and to heal the sorrows of life....” This week I am reading two quotes from Imagining Abundance. Fundraisin…

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513. Cultivating Wellness in Leadership: How The Teaching Well's Approach Revolutionizes Nonprofit Work Environments - Lindsey Fuller 48:40

2M ago48:40

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Meet Lindsey. She’s the Executive Director of The Teaching Well, a nonprofit wellness collective of educators, education leaders and healers. She’s unraveling the intricacies of creating a culture that priotizes wellness in the nonprofit sector. You won’t want to miss her perspective on whole leadership, which emphasizes the need for environments t…

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Ep 102: Changemakers Wanted! Recruiting the Right People for Impact 12:48

2M ago12:48

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Looking to recruit inspired, game-changing staff, volunteers, or board members for your nonprofit? Dive into our latest episode where we explore the essence of true changemakers. Discover how to identify the transformative changes needed within your organization and learn the art of seeking out the right blend of skills and qualities that make a no…

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