In every community, nonprofits compete within a narrow band of funders. Many struggle to stand out and make their case the most compelling. What difference allows your nonprofit to reach fundraising goals and achieve financial sustainability? In each episode, an expert addresses what makes the difference for major investments, feasibility studies, campaigns, and effective organizations.
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A professional learning series podcast for non-profit management in the pursuit of infinite possibilities. The 7 Arenas of Infinite Possibilities is designed to guide non-profits through in showing up and succeeding in the necessary arenas.
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Ready to stop fundraising the old way and start doubling results? Join nonprofit strategist Christina Tzavaras Edwards for bold, fast-action tactics that help you 2X your next fundraiser and build a community fueled by generosity. From leveraging the Social Street Team®: Influencer Marketing Method to mastering courageous fundraising asks, this podcast equips you with the mindset and strategies needed to spark deep engagement and sustainable growth—no extra workload required. Music by The Se ...
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Join the experts at IPM Advancement for discussion and insights into nonprofit fundraising, membership, advocacy and more. Each show covers a different aspect of advancement, with topics ranging from annual giving to capital campaigns and everything in between.
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Small But Mighty is the podcast of the Small Non-Profits Alliance, offering expert advice and resources for small non-profits. Featuring interviews with charity sector experts on fundraising, marketing or governance advice.
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Tools and information for schools, churches, and other non-profits...
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In this podcast, Steven Screen & Jeff Brooks give you super-actionable information for how you can make your next fundraising effort raise more money.
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The Boosted Volunteer shares the stories of volunteers from booster clubs, marching bands and school support organizations. From best practices on fundraising, to how to rally volunteers and order spirit wear, our guests provide useful insight on how to run a booster club like a champ!
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Welcome to "Let's Talk Fundraising" with Keith Greer, CFRE! This podcast is your go-to resource for mastering the essentials of fundraising while discovering how innovative tools and technology can supercharge your efforts. Whether you're a new fundraiser looking to level up your skills or a seasoned professional seeking timely reminders and fresh insights, each episode is packed with practical advice, creative ideas, and inspiring stories. Join Keith as he explores the core principles that ...
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Kick off your week with a 5-minute reflection on generosity to ground yourself as you go about your fund development tasks. Each reflection includes a question to ponder throughout the week to aid your work.
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The Nonprofit Leadership Podcast discusses important issues facing nonprofit leaders in our community and features real stories from real leaders about what strategies and practices have made them successful. Enjoy the show!
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A podcast designed to inform, support, and provide a platform for patients to share their stories, while also allowing staff to discuss the support available to cancer patients and their families. Hosted by Laura Boyd
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Prospect research professionals share their stories, tips, and commentary on topics that affect our fundraising work and our lives. We also sneak in guests from outside our field to shake up our perspective on fundraising and prospect research.
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Fundraisers chase money. Visionaries attract it. Learn how to say thank you and tell stories all the way to the bank! Visionary fundraising that will release the storytelling visionary in you.
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Our goal is to salute the stories of Non-Profit North Stars who energize your organizations with genuine purpose and have a gift to keep your organization moving in the right and uplifting direction of its noble mission. The focus is on unsung heroes. We cherish those who make large donations that empower philanthropy to thrive, but in this instance, we are looking for your suggestions on those who make a difference in their communities more by their service, commitment and leadership to the ...
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Next in Nonprofits interviews nonprofit leaders and service providers to keep you up to date with the best ideas in social good. Learn more at nextinnonprofits.com/podcast
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Welcome to the 7-Figure Fundraising Podcast hosted by Trevor Bragdon. Each episode features a successful nonprofit leader who explains a fundraising strategy or tactic to increase your impact and rapidly grow your organization.
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Tony Martignetti is the host of Tony Martignetti Nonprofit Radio and he video blogs at tonymartignetti.com. He talks with nonprofit leaders and consultants about how organizations can more effectively raise money, build better relationships with boards and supporters, and manage volunteers. Look for new installments once a month.
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Join Sabrina on "Sipping Tea with Sabrina" as she helps you kickstart your nonprofit journey with practical and customizable solutions. Together, we'll explore simple strategies for engaging and developing your board of directors, as well as practical tips on how to become a successful nonprofit CEO. Plus, with the help of Supporting World Hope, you'll have a trusted partner by your side every step of the way. Their affordable, customized solutions will make fundraising a breeze, and their h ...
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A weekly podcast from Third Sector, the UK’s leading publication for everyone who needs to know what’s going on in the voluntary and not-for-profit sector. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Nonprofit Radio Show podcast offers bite-size, practical information to help small nonprofits thrive.
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As peer-to-peer fundraising professionals, we are inherently passionate people. Passionate about our missions, our fundraisers, our events, and our campaigns. We barely shy away from sharing our opinions. Whether it's the debate between back-to-basics, or searching for the next big idea, the battle of retention versus recruitment, or even our very strong feelings about T-shirts and registration fees. Welcome to The P2P box, a brand new podcast that amplifies the voices of our peer-to-peer fu ...
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A podcast for fundraisers who want ideas, examples and inspiration to help you raise more money for your charity or non-profit. Rob is an author and award-winning fundraising trainer. Each week he and his guests share examples of successful fundraising, as well as lots of practical tips to help you apply these techniques in your own job.
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This podcast features conversations with fundraisers, researchers and thought leaders to help propel your fundraising results.
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The Charity Charge Show is a podcast featuring nonprofit and social impact leaders from across the country discussing social good, fundraising, innovating, and much more!
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Nonprofit leaders are overworked, struggling to retain top talent, and facing budgetary shortfalls. In Nonprofits Now: Leading Today, host Stacy Palmer interviews innovative leaders who have developed smart solutions to common, tough challenges. The podcast series springs from an exclusive Chronicle of Philanthropy survey that uncovered troubling pain points in leadership and a looming threat of leadership turnover. Nonprofits Now: Leading Today offers actionable strategies to address the mo ...
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Nonprofit professionals are faced with more challenges to accomplish their missions and the growing pressure to do more, raise more, and be more for the causes we hold so dear. Join Jon McCoy, CFRE and Becky Endicott, CFRE as they learn with you from some of the best in the industry; sharing the most innovative ideas, inspiration and stories of making a difference. You’re in good company and we welcome you to our community of nonprofit professionals, philanthropists, world changers, innovato ...
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Exploring the ins-and-outs of Canadian Charity Law in a way that can be understood by the layperson, including Charity Registration, Not-for-Profit Incorporation, Charity Governance, Charity Fundraising, Tax Receipting, and much more!
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Doing good is hard. Doing good professionally is even harder. The next-layer conversation is when you actually get the help you need. Turnkey's hosts bring you into deeper and deeper understanding, layer after peeled layer. Bringing the biggest and brightest names in social good to your ear, Katrina VanHuss and Otis Fulton PhD and the occasional guest will ask harder and harder questions to get you better and better help. Status quo beware. We're coming for you. Katrina VanHuss is the Founde ...
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We are equipping nonprofit leaders with best practices and resources that grow generosity to enhance your mission. In each episode, we tackle a topic related to growing generosity to your nonprofit and answer the three most critical questions for success. Our promise to you is that we won't take up a ton of your time - you have donors to cultivate - and we will give you actionable items you can start using right away. We will focus on foundational donor first principles and best practices. T ...
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What is the best way to fundraise for your charity? Join Matt and Ben in their pursuit of being good marketers as they explore how current trends in society affect the charity world. Get your questions answered by sending your topic to [email protected].
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Whether starting a nonprofit or taking an existing cause to the next level, The Nonprofit Hub Radio Podcast is about breaking down how nonprofits can grow. Each episode features an interview with a sector star with insight, stories, or ideas that can take your nonprofit from good to excellence. Join host Meghan Speer every week to make your good go further!
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Welcome to Nonprofit Everything, a bi-weekly Q&A podcast about everything nonprofit.
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Join Rabbi Elazar Green, CFRE as he explores the many different areas of fundraising strategy and communication.
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Have you ever wondered about the “glamorous” lives led by beautiful cabin crew or well-navigated pilots? Well, it’s not necessarily about the shopping we might do, the beaches we sun-bake on, or the hotels and restaurants we frequent. In fact, it is often about experiencing countries from the farthest corners of the globe, and seeing first-hand the many sad and horrific situations faced by these societies. As a result, many selfless airline crew are deeply involved with a number of lesser-kn ...
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We're the podcast for fundraisers who don’t just want to rise and shine, they want to Raise & Shine through conversations with donors. Hear what donors think, feel and say about things that matter in fundraising. That’s right, every episode features a donor’s voice. Get real fundraising insights from the source. We’re Lynne and Louise, two childhood friends keen to share. Between us we have more than 40 years of fundraising and represent both sides of the industry - consultancy and in-house. ...
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Community IT offers free webinars monthly to promote learning within our nonprofit technology community. Our podcast is appropriate for a varied level of technology expertise. Community IT is vendor-agnostic and our webinars cover a range of topics and discussions. Something on your mind you don’t see covered here? Contact us to suggest a topic! http://www.communityit.com
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Nonprofits Are Messy: Lessons in Leadership | Fundraising | Board Development | Communications
Joan Garry
Joan Garry: Nonprofit Leader and former Executive Director of GLAAD helps fellow CEOs, Boards and Board Chairs, Fundraisers, and Nonprofit Marketers
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Helping leaders navigate their career and calling in today’s distracted media-driven culture. Do you have a message or story that could influence the world? Get expert tips from Hollywood producer and media consultant Phil Cooke on creative leadership, digital media, branding and marketing strategies, film and TV production and more – and the faith to make it happen. Find out more at PhilCooke.com. His philosophy? Get your ideas out there and change the world in the process.
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The FIT Fundraising Podcast will help your fundraising program achieve transformational results through learning innovative solutions. FIT Fundraising interviews and insightful discussions provide non-profit leaders and fundraisers with the tools they need to get their fundraising programs in top shape. FIT Fundraising will transform your passion for those you serve into proven strategies to energize your donors and rejuvenate your organization. FIT Fundraising will get your fundraising prog ...
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Generate more gifts with less money and reduced resources with Engagement Fundraising. Join Greg Warner as he cuts through the noisy and confusing echo chamber of fundraising philosophies to help you become more efficient and effective generating more major and legacy gifts. Presented by MarketSmart, LLC. Learn more at www.imarketsmart.com.
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How to Build a Nonprofit isn’t your typical “thought leader” podcast. It’s real talk with real people who’ve dared to start something meaningful—and managed to keep it going (most days). Each episode dives into the messy, inspiring, behind-the-scenes stories of nonprofit founders and builders. We talk about the stuff people don’t usually put on grant reports—burnout, bad board decisions, flopped fundraisers, surprising wins, and the little pivots that made a big difference. If you’re startin ...
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Practical fundraising advise in bite size segments. We are committed to helping you get the most money from your list without ruining relationships with your current donors.
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Welcome to Real Talk for Real Fundraisers, the podcast where fundraisers, nonprofit leaders, and industry experts come together to vent, laugh, and learn. Through candid storytelling and insightful interviews, we explore the highs, lows, and everything in between. With a fearless, irreverent, and conversational tone, we’re breaking down barriers, challenging the status quo, and creating a safe space to tackle the real struggles of the nonprofit world- one honest conversation at a time.
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Check out our website: www.justbecause.consulting Welcome to the Just Be Cause Podcast, a beacon of inspiration in the nonprofit space dedicated to exploring the intricate tapestry of causes that shape our world - from the animal kingdom to our environment, and ultimately, to us. I'm Katherine Lacefield, your host, with two decades of experience navigating the nonprofit sector, with a special fondness for animal and environmental causes. Together, we'll delve into the heartening stories of n ...
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Many missionaries and ministry leaders feel under-equipped to raise support in today's world. Mike Kim and Mary Valloni teach best-practices in marketing and fundraising to help you grow your donor base and raise more support. For resources visit: fullyfundedacademy.com.
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Small Nonprofit: Fundraising Tips, Leadership Strategies, and Community-Centric Solutions
Further Together: Fundraising Strategies for Nonprofit Organizations
Welcome to Small Nonprofit, the podcast designed for leaders, fundraisers, and advocates in the nonprofit sector who want to create real change. We provide small nonprofit organizations with strategies to enhance their fundraising campaigns, improve nonprofit governance, and implement ethical fundraising practices that resonate with today’s values-driven donors. Hosted by an experienced nonprofit consultant, Maria Rio, this show delves into the unique challenges of nonprofit fundraising and ...
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Subscribe to The ENGAGE Podcast to hear experts from across the social good community share best practices, tips and must-know trends that will help organizations increase their impact. Formerly called The sgENGAGE Podcast.
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Fundraising Illuminated is a podcast for development officers and fundraising professionals. We explore topics related to the business of fundraising: how to raise more money, manage a fundraising team, and serve more people. Join us for engaging conversations with thought leaders who are challenging our thinking on fundraising best practices. This podcast is produced by The Solas Group, the leader in fundraising analytics.
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David Rhode: Navigating Non-Profit Leadership
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43:52At a time of uncertainty and stress, the need for practical guidance in non-profit leadership is crucial. In this episode of Real Talk for Real Fundraisers, Jeff Schreifels is joined by David Rhode, a non-profit consultant and author of Passion Isn't Enough, for a thoughtful discussion about the essential elements needed to be an effective non-prof…
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Ep. 232: The Helpers Need Help Too: How Leaders Refill Their Tanks
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36:02In a time when many nonprofits fear losing that very status, we are celebrating wins as a reminder that progress and possibility still exist. Glennda Testone and I share the stories and sparks that are refueling our own leadership and hopefully, yours too.By Joan Garry and Glennda Testone
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Vulnerability Scanning for Nonprofits with Johan Hammerstrom
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28:22Most nonprofits will be asked about vulnerability scanning when they renew cybersecurity liability insurance or complete an annual audit. Do you know what it means and what you should do to comply? The takeaways: There is no one-size-fits-all vulnerability scanning app for your entire organization. You will need to do vulnerability scanning on vari…
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How to engage Gen Z in your charitable mission
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37:48Lucinda Rouse and Emily Harle are joined by are joined by Dan Lawes, co-chief executive of the youth democracy charity My Life My Say, to consider how charities working in all cause areas can interact effectively with younger people. Dan explains how My Life My Say engaged with brands including Tinder, Lime and Snapchat to promote its 'Give an X' c…
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Send us a text Nonprofit marketing often feels like a juggling act—and according to veteran fundraiser Kiersten Hill, that’s because it is. In this episode, Hill, who’s raised over $20 million for nonprofits, unpacks the core challenge of communicating with multiple stakeholder groups at once—from donors and volunteers to clients, board members, an…
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2nd Act Impact in New Jersey - Pastor Keith Davis, Camden Dream Center
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46:48Pastor Keith Davis is a man of many passions and talents who just can’t let himself stop working. In this interview, he shares with Jordan some of the early influences that sparked his fascination with technology, his profound faith, and his dedication to social justice. He also reveals the strategies that helped the Camden Dream Center grow from z…
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Donor Stewardship: Seeing the Person Behind the Donation (with Sami Zoss and Mikey Latner)
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38:33Good donor stewardship is rooted in human connection, where every donor is acknowledged regardless of the size of their contribution. In this episode, Sami Zoss sits down with Mikey Latner, founder of Project:Camp, to discuss how even the smallest nonprofit can create meaningful relationships with their supporters. Learn how Mikey makes his donors …
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International Charitable Activities for Canadian Charities: Complete Legal Framework
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12:39The episode outlines the legal framework governing Canadian charities seeking to fund or conduct operations internationally. It explains that the Income Tax Act (Canada) offers two primary pathways for global engagement: transferring funds to "qualified donees" or conducting the charity's "own activities" abroad. The document details who qualifies …
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When we talk about philanthropy, we're not just talking about giving—we're talking about power, ethics, and responsibility. In this episode of Real Talk for Real Fundraisers, Jeff Schreifels sits down with author and fundraising strategist Jason Lewis for a provocative conversation about the future of philanthropy and the moral questions surroundin…
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Inside The Sphere Las Vegas | Exclusive Interview with Producer Ralph Winter
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31:16Go behind the scenes of The Sphere in Las Vegas as Phil Cooke https://philcooke.com interviews Head of Physical Production, Ralph Winter. Proven to be one of Hollywood’s most profitable assets with blockbusters including X-MEN, PLANET OF THE APES, and WOLVERINE, Ralph takes us inside the production process of The Sphere’s cinematic experience, incl…
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Todd Baylis is the Chief Customer Officer of Bloomerang, a data management system designed to "manage your entire constituent ecosystem, including donors, volunteers, sponsors, grant givers, and more. Your result: higher fundraising revenue and less donor attrition. " Todd joins host Steve Boland to talk about encouraging your audiences (supporters…
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Simplifying Nonprofit Finances with Purpose-Built Software – A Conversation with Joe Scarano of Araize
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36:03In a recent episode of The Charity Charge Show, host Stephen Garten sat down with Joe Scarano, the founder of Araize and creator of FastFund, a cloud-based nonprofit financial software platform. With over three decades of experience in the nonprofit tech space, Joe brings deep insight into what makes nonprofit financial operations distinct—and how …
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Rethinking Boys and Men in Philanthropy: Unpacking Gender, Funding, and Social Change
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50:25Hey, amazing changemakers! On this episode of the Just Be Cause Podcast, we welcome the insightful Jack Kammer for a conversation sure to get you thinking. We’re diving into a topic that rarely sees the spotlight in the nonprofit world: the unique social issues faced by men and boys. What happens when we only focus on one side of the gender equalit…
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Introducing "Mission Forward with Carrie Fox"
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34:46We love introducing you to meaningful conversations and powerful ideas, and today, we're thrilled to bring you something a little different — a bonus episode from our friends at the Mission Forward podcast. If you haven’t tuned in yet, Mission Forward is all about the people and stories driving social change, and we think you’ll find a lot to love.…
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Planned Giving and Community-Centric Fundraising with Chantelle Ohrling and Maria Rio
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23:10Good Works estimates that a staggering $280 billion in estate wealth is expected to flow into Canadian charities. That’s not a number small nonprofits can afford to overlook. Planned giving doesn’t have to be exclusive, intimidating, or tax-code-heavy. In this episode, we dive into how small nonprofits can approach planned giving in a way that’s eq…
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154: Charity: Water Ambassador Kayla Houchin Raised $147K—And Proved a Movement Can Start with One Person
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48:38What if your birthday could change lives? In this episode, I sit down with Kayla Houchin, founder of Sonder Bakehouse, a passionate fundraiser, and a longtime advocate for Charity: Water. Kayla shares how a book and a single birthday campaign turned into over $100,000 raised (and counting!) to bring clean water to communities worldwide. We talk abo…
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Should You Focus on Team Development More Than Individual Development?
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37:37In this episode of the Nonprofit Leadership Podcast, Rob Harter dives into a transformative discussion with Bob Searle of The Bridgespan Group. Bob shares compelling insights from Bridgespan’s “Leading for Impact” program, which involved nearly 300 nonprofit executive leaders. Together, they explore why team development is just as critical—if not m…
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Episode 184-Culture Eats Strategy for Breakfast
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31:19Summary In this episode of the Major Gifts Fundraiser podcast, Clark discusses the critical role of culture in fundraising, emphasizing that who you are as a fundraiser matters more than what you do. He explores the importance of genuine gratitude, building authentic relationships with donors, and understanding the deeper nature of donor transactio…
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Fit Fundraising Next Generation - Donna Lucas of Joni and Friends: Building Donor Trust in Uncertain Times Pt. 1
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22:09What does it take to lead fundraising and marketing at one of the most trusted ministries in the world? Donna Lucas, Chief Marketing Officer of Joni and Friends, joins the Fit Fundraising Podcast to share how her team inspires generosity through consistency, transparency, and a mission-centered message. From adapting to economic uncertainty to crea…
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19. Legacy, Leadership, and Loyalty: Larry Kosow’s Dedication to BU and Nonprofit Excellence
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44:36In this episode of Non-Profit North Stars with Jim Eskin, we spotlight Larry Kosow, Principal and Treasurer of Venture Tape, whose lifelong passion for philanthropy and Boston University has shaped his extraordinary journey. A dedicated BU alumnus with a deep family legacy at the university, Larry has played a pivotal role in supporting BU’s storie…
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How to Use ChatGPT Without Compromising Donor Privacy
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23:29Send us a text Every fundraiser knows that donor trust is the foundation of successful philanthropic relationships. But in our rush to embrace powerful AI tools like ChatGPT, we risk compromising that trust through accidental exposure of sensitive information. What begins as an innocent copy-paste into an AI prompt can instantly transform into a se…
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632. Making a Movement: How Movements Begin - Spark, Belief + Generosity - Seth Godin
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37:52Meet Seth. 🤝 Bestselling author and movement maker Seth Godin joins us to share what it really takes to create meaningful change. From Purple Cow to The Song of Significance, Seth’s work has inspired generations to lead with heart, strategy, + courage. In this powerful conversation, he unpacks how to build movements through empathy, creativity, + b…
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The Giving Rebound: What Every Nonprofit Leader Needs to Know
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26:07Send us a text After three years of declining donations, 2024 delivered a reversal that has nonprofit leaders everywhere asking: "Is this rebound for real?" In this insightful analysis linked to the 2025 Giving USA Report, Convergent Principal Tom Ralser and General Manager, Brian Abernathy, join Jay Werth to reveal the drivers behind donor behavio…
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"...When we have decided to accept, let us accept with cheerfulness, showing pleasure, and letting the giver see it, so that he or she may at once receive some return for their goodness..." This week, I am reading a quote from On Benefits by Seneca the Younger, published in 59 AD. Seneca uses the word “benefit” to denote an act of charity. Reflecti…
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Infinite Possibilities with Patrick Willis - Communication (Episode 5)
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33:02In Episode 5 – Mike and Patrick dive into the Power of Communication for Non-Profit Leaders. From internal alignment to external influence, communication can make or break a mission. In this episode, Mike explores how purposeful, clear, and courageous communication helps teams stay focused, builds donor and volunteer trust, and turns vision into ac…
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Assuaging Fears, Taking Action on Nonprofit Cybersecurity with Jennifer Huftalen
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22:15Many nonprofit staff are facing increased stress and multiplying concerns about privacy, security, and vulnerabilities. What should you be tackling first in this new political environment? The takeaways: Most attacks are still financially based: criminals want you to wire money to the wrong account. The good news is that cybersecurity basics that p…
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The path to financial security in the face of shrinking grants
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28:54Lucinda Rouse and Andy Ricketts are joined by Nihara Krause, chief executive of the youth mental health charity Stem4, to talk about the organisation’s quest for long-term sustainability in the face of falling grant income. Nihara describes the challenges faced by Stem4 in developing partnership and merger prospects, as the charity has sought to st…
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Finding Balance When Your Calling Demands Everything
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26:28Send us a text What does it take to build a lasting ministry without burning out? Eric Anderson, Director of Performing Arts at Urban Impact Foundation, shares lessons from 17 years of youth ministry in Pittsburgh’s North Side. In this powerful episode, Eric unpacks the simple but transformative priority framework that’s sustained him—God, spouse, …
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AI Fails: Canadian Charity Registration Demands Legal Expertise
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12:47This episode warns against using Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Canadian charity registration applications due to frequent failures and significant delays. It emphasizes that AI lacks a nuanced understanding of Canadian charity law requirements, struggles with complex evaluation criteria from the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA), and fails to grasp go…
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How To: Tracking Down Data for Needs Statements
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50:06Any experienced grant professional will tell you: if you don’t have a need for the grant, there is no need to write the grant. A needs assessment (or problem statement) requires data from reputable sources to show community need for your proposed program or project. This episode spells out where to find such data – from government agencies to your …
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Beyond the Gala: Rethinking Donor Engagement
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43:08Episode Summary This episode of Frontier.FM gets right to the heart of what it means to lead inclusively in an era of backlash and burnout. Naomi sits down with Mateo Stewart—aka The Bearded Leader—to unpack how organizations can foster authentic belonging, challenge assumptions, and rethink donor and employee engagement through a lens of equity an…
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How do you get funder site visits just right? Stacey and Andy have some thoughts! Also this week, we talk about budgeting for grant revenue, and have an interesting discussion about managing end user fraud (and whether it’s something you should be worried about at all!) Thanks for joining us this week, and don’t forget to send that question that yo…
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631. Change Leadership, Critical Hope + Building Cultures We Don’t Have to Heal From - Lindsey Fuller, Jon McCoy and Becky Endicott
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43:27We’re closing out this series with a powerful conversation that redefines what leadership can look like. Lindsay Fuller of The Teaching Well joins us to explore how leading with courage starts right where you are—not with a title, but with intention. We unpack big ideas: hope as a daily practice, resilience as a rhythm, and policies that reflect li…
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Michael D'Antonio: Building a Brand That Resonates
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33:11Marketing isn’t just about visibility. It’s about clarity, connection, and alignment. In this episode of Real Talk for Real Fundraisers, Jeff Schreifels is joined by Bongo Consulting founder and partner Michael D’Antonio for an insightful conversation about what makes non-profit marketing truly effective. Together, they break down the key elements …
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Unlocking the Power of Google Ad Grants for Nonprofits - Abby James of Nonprofit Megaphone
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39:01In this conversation, Stephen Garten and Abby James discuss the importance of Google Ad Grants for nonprofits, how Nonprofit Megaphone helps organizations leverage this program, and the impact of AI on nonprofit marketing. They explore various strategies for maximizing the $10,000 monthly grant, share success stories from different nonprofits, and …
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FanFundU: A Smarter Way to Support Your Booster Club
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18:22Tired of asking your community for another donation? What if your Booster Club could raise money every time someone shops online—without spending anything extra? This week, Robin Eissler welcomes Eric Peck, founder of FanFundU, a platform that turns everyday shopping into a sustainable fundraising tool for Booster Clubs. With 15 years of experience…
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Author Barbara Kingsolver on How Urban and Rural America Became Enemies
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34:59Why are urban and rural America so at odds? Author Barbara Kingsolver has answers as she joins the second episode of our sister podcast from the Chronicle of Philanthropy: The Commons in Conversation. The Pulitzer Prize winner frequently writes and talks about the origins of — and cure for — what she calls "urban-rural antipathy." Her most recent n…
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Realistic fundraising goals: Budgeting for Nonprofits with Maria and Caitlin
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26:20Too many small nonprofits build their budgets on optimism alone, dreaming big without the strategy or infrastructure to back it up. This episode is all about why that’s a problem, and how to stop the cycle of setting fundraising goals that hurt more than they help. In this episode of The Small Nonprofit, Maria Rio and co-host Caitlin McBride get re…
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Embracing A Builder's Mindset with Parkinson's Foundation's Kayln Henkel
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33:24There's a fundamental difference between inheriting a well-oiled P2P machine and building one from scratch. When you're tasked with creating systems, culture and infrastructure that need to scale alongside explosive organizational growth, you're not just managing programs - you're architecting the future. But here's what most people don't realize: …
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153: What Smart Nonprofits Are Stealing from E-Commerce: The Campaign Engine That Replaces 3 Staffers
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25:05What if your next major hire isn’t a person, but a system? In this episode, I pull back the curtain on the “NextGen Fundraising Engine”, a proven campaign system that replaces the need for a marketing coordinator, development associate, and monthly giving manager. If you’re stuck in a cycle of burnout, chasing one-off donations, or hiring your way …
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SummaryIn this episode of the Major Gifts Fundraiser podcast, Clark discusses the importance of meaningful connections in fundraising, the introduction of the AI-powered Clark Bot, and practical advice on crafting effective thank you notes. The conversation emphasizes building strong fundraising habits and strategic questions for engaging donors, h…
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131: #CareerCurious: Aisha Maddox Shares How Curiosity Sparked a Career in Prospect Development
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16:48Working across many areas of higher education, Aisha Maddox shares how her genuine curiosity led her to a fulfilling career in prospect development. In this episode, she shares the power of asking questions, the impact of community through APRA, and the many hats she wears as Director of Research and Relationship Management at Rollins College. Reso…
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630. From One Wish to a Movement: Disney & Make-A-Wish’s 45-Year Journey - Jamie Sandys + Tajiana Ancora-Brown
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37:33Meet Jamie & Tajiana. 🤝 What happens when Disney and Make-A-Wish team up? Pure magic. For 45 years, this powerhouse partnership has granted over 150,000 wishes—bringing joy, healing, and unforgettable moments to kids and families when they need it most. Enter Tajiana Ancora-Brown from Disney and Jamie Sandys from Make-A-Wish: two hearts leading wit…
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More Donor Time, Less Desk Time: The Case for AI in Your Fundraising Week
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30:13Send us a text Trapped in an endless cycle of drafting donor emails while meaningful connections take a backseat? The silent crisis of administrative drag is depleting fundraisers' energy and passion nationwide. What if reclaiming hours every week could be as simple as embracing the right technological tools? This transformative exploration reveals…
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Leadership In Action - Lessons from my mom
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16:39In this deeply personal and insightful episode, Sabrina Walker Hernandez, Dream Team Architect, shares powerful leadership lessons learned from the most influential woman in her life: her mother. From growing up in the South to navigating the complex world of faith and personal identity, Sabrina reveals how her mother's bold choices, unwavering int…
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"...And joy is the appropriate attitude with which to help others because acts of generosity are a source of blessing to the giver as well as the receiver..." This week, I’m reading a quote from John Chrysostom from the 400 A.D.s. Reflection questions: If you are writing a fundraising appeal for an urgent need, step back and ask yourself these two …
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179. How to change what’s not working, with Craig Linton
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34:34How to change what’s not working. Sometimes in fundraising, things aren’t working, you feel overwhelmed, and you don’t know where to start. The excellent book Reset by Dan Heath is all about how to turn things around when you feel stuck. In this podcast Rob talks to Craig about ways you can apply the Reset techniques to solve difficult fundraising …
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How to Recruit and Keep the Team You Need
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39:56Rob interviews William Vanderbloemen who shares his experience about starting a cause-based search firm. His firm emphasizes the need for nonprofits to prioritize soft skills when recruiting new staff. He also highlights the significance of clearly articulating the organization’s mission and values to attract the right talent. Additionally, Vanderb…
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Demystifying apprenticeship schemes for charities
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32:12Lucinda Rouse and Dami Adewale are joined by Gary Laybourne, chief executive of the sports coaching apprenticeship charity Coach Core. Gary outlines some of the voluntary sector roles that are compatible with existing apprenticeship schemes and explains the practicalities of taking on an apprentice. He describes ways in which charities can offset t…
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Updates: Microsoft Free Nonprofit License Renewal Updates pt 2 with Steve Longenecker
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22:49NOTE: The Microsoft policy on the end of their donation program for the free and discounted Microsoft Office 365 Business Premium and E1 licenses for qualified nonprofits is shifting frequently, and we are working to keep you updated. Please check for the most recent blog or podcast from us to ensure you have the most recent update. This podcast pr…
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