Best Cfre Fundraiser Podcasts (2024)

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Ep 132| Master Your Giving Season Event Budget 8:55

2h ago8:55

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Send us a text 🎯 Set Your Year-End Event Budget Like a Pro: 3 Top Tips & Strategies Need help with nonprofit event budgeting? Join Britt as she dives into actionable strategies for effectively setting and managing your event budget. Take 10 minutes to learn pro tips on defining your event's purpose, creating realistic plans, and avoiding common bud…

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569. The Subscription Economy + Building Subscriptions for Good - Dana Snyder 38:32

8h ago38:32

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Met Dana. She's a speaker, creator of The Monthly Giving Mastermind, and now the author of a book by the same name. We're diving into the world of recurring giving, where philanthropy and the subscription economy meet💸 Dana's sharing her tips for building a rock-solid monthly giving program. This is the playbook you’ve been waiting for. Tune in and…

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E58: Incorporating Mindfulness at Your Nonprofit with Megan Whitney 52:08

15h ago52:08

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I'm very excited to have Megan Whitney on this episode of Lead with Heart. Megan is talking about burnout and sharing some mindfulness strategies we can use to build a supportive and inclusive nonprofit culture. Megan is a seasoned fundraising consultant and mindfulness coach with 17 years of experience in the nonprofit sector. She understands the …

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68: Living Splendor 4:01

2h ago4:01

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"...Life is so generous a giver, but we, judging its gifts by the covering, Cast them away as ugly, or heavy, or hard. Remove the covering and you will find beneath it a living splendor, Woven of love, by wisdom, with power..." This week, I’m reading a poem written by Greville MacDonald to his father George MacDonald in 1930. Reflection question: W…

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568. Tackling Equity + Unleashing the Power of Volunteers + 30 Years of Impact at AmeriCorps - Michael D. Smith 37:52

5h ago37:52

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Meet Michael. He has dedicated his career to social justice by reducing barriers and expanding opportunity for children and families in underserved communities, like those where he grew up. He’s the CEO of AmeriCorps, the federal agency that connects people and organizations through service and volunteering to tackle the nation's most pressing chal…

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Ep 131| Year-End Giving Strategies: 3 Fundraising Ideas for Tailored Charity Events 14:25

23h ago14:25

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Send us a text Looking for original fundraising ideas to make your charity events stand out? With year-end giving right around the corner, don’t miss 3 strategic and creative ways to engage donors with tailored events that boost attendance. Jena and Britt share three strategies to personalize your events for different donor groups, add interactive …

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567. Building Communities of Resilience: Inside the Mission of Tuesday's Children - Becky Rossman 28:51

8d ago28:51

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Meet Becky. On the 23rd anniversary of 9/11, she’s sharing a raw account of Tuesday's Children's mission and their ever-evolving efforts to support communities still affected by 9/11 and military losses. This heartfelt conversation sheds light on the unending journey of grief and healing, and the crucial role of standing by families as their needs …

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E57: Using Scientific Data-Driven Decision Making in Your Nonprofit with Sheela Mahajan 38:08

3d ago38:08

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When I learned about today’s guest as a working mom, business owner, and CEO of the Nonprofit Science Institute, I couldn’t wait to have her on the podcast. Sheela Mahajan helps nonprofits go from intangible and ambiguous goals to quantifiable, measured impact. She is leading the effort in bringing scientific thinking to the nonprofit field. Sheela…

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Bridging Political Divides to Foster Better Fundraising with Dawn Strauss 47:57

4d ago47:57

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Send us a text Can you imagine fostering genuine understanding between political opponents in today's polarized climate? In this episode, we promise you'll gain the tools to do just that by learning from Dawn Strauss, Director of Development at Braver Angels. Dawn shares her remarkable journey of bringing Trump and Clinton supporters together throu…

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566. Transformative Storytelling: Creating Cultures of Change in Nonprofits - Christina Blacken, The New Quo 38:31

4d ago38:31

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Meet Christina. She’s the founder of The New Quo💭 She’s trained 14,000 leaders across 9 industries using her unique The New Quo Change Model, which uses neuroscience, equity principles, and narrative intelligence (a.k.a the science of story), to help people overcome bias, deepen trust in their relationships, and achieve equitable, status-quo breaki…

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67: Thinking and Deeds 4:57

4d ago4:57

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"...To think and to will without doing, when there is opportunity, is like a flame enclosed in a vessel and goes out; also like seed cast upon the sand, which fails to grow, and so perishes with its power of germination. But to think and will and from that to do is like a flame that gives heat and light all around, or like a seed in the ground that…

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EP130| Master Monthly Giving: 5 Steps to Recurring Donation Success 25:31

14d ago25:31

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Send us a text Join Jena and Dana Snyder, founder of Positive Equation, as they explore Dana's five-step framework for enhancing nonprofit monthly giving programs. Learn actionable tips from her new book, "The Monthly Giving Mastermind," and discover how to build a thriving, community-driven giving program. Get actionable tips and tactics to: Treat…

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Cultivate What Grows: Letting go of Non-responsive Donors 5:15

10d ago5:15

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Send us a text Kevin L. Brown's LinkedIn Post that caught my eye. Ever felt like you're chasing donors who just aren’t that into you? It's time to rethink your strategy. This episode of Let's Talk Fundraising takes a deep dive into why some donors remain elusive and how to stop wasting your time. Inspired by Kevin L Brown's thought-provoking Linked…

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66: Curiosity 5:30

10d ago5:30

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"...The first and the simplest emotion which we discover in the human mind is curiosity..." This week, I’m reading a quote from On the Sublime and Beautiful by Edmund Burke, published in 1756. Reflection questions: What is your personality like: do you prefer the new and novel or the familiar and dependable? What do you think your donor base needs …

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E56: Connecting with Your Nonprofit Supporters with Jane Pfeiffer 32:42

16d ago32:42

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On today’s episode of Lead with Heart, I am excited to have Jane Pfeiffer as my guest. Jane is the founder and president of Fieldtrip - a cause-driven agency that amplifies nonprofits and the impact they make. Jane and her team recently surveyed 400 participants to explore people's thoughts and feelings about supporting nonprofits. She is sharing t…

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Ep 129| Maximize Monthly Giving: The 3-R Incentive Formula (Part 2) 14:18

15d ago14:18

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Send us a text Building on last week's episode, today we unpack how nonprofits can transform one-time donors into loyal supporters using the "3-R Formula" — Reciprocity, Rewards, and Recognition. Jena and Cara share practical strategies to enhance monthly giving and strengthen donor relationships by leveraging the power of incentives. Learn how to:…

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E55: Incorporating Behavioural Science into Fundraising Strategies with Howard Levy 35:25

23d ago35:25

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In today’s episode of Lead with Heart, I am very excited to have Howard Levy as my guest. Howard is the president of the Red Rooster Group and helps organizations engage their audiences, wake up their brands, and create systemic change. How does he do this? Through behavioral science principles, sophisticated messaging strategies, and data-driven c…

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565. 5 Takeaways + The Best of Season 9 - Jon McCoy, Becky Endicott and Julie Confer 47:53

18d ago47:53

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Grab your headphones - it's time for a season wrap-up episode! 🎉 Jon, Becky, and Julie are breaking down the biggest takeaways, game-changing insights, and unforgettable stories that made season 9 one for the books. We’re talking favorite quotes, pinch-me moments, and all the feels as we wrap up this chapter and gear up for what’s next. Tune in and…

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65: Cultivate Success 4:05

25d ago4:05

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"...Do your work, then step back. The only path to serenity..." This week, I am reading quotes from Chinese philosopher Lao Tzu from his various works. Reflection questions: Are you watering your fundraising appeals with worry and desperation? Or, are you watering them with kindness and optimism? During a busy fundraising season, how are you embrac…

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Ep 128| 5 Effective Nudges for Monthly Giving 18:18

22d ago18:18

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Send us a text Understanding donor behavior can be a game changer for your fundraising strategy. In this episode, Jena and Cara break down 5 simple, effective "nudges" you can implement today to boost your monthly giving program. Forget the heavy psychology talk—this is all about practical steps you can take to encourage those sustaining recurring …

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564. Disrupt. Grow. Adapt. Repeat: Future-Proofing Strategies for Modern Orgs - Brooke Richie-Babbage, Erin Davison, Nelvin Johnson, and Amy Freitag 44:54

23d ago44:54

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Meet Amy, Nelvin, Erin + Brooke. Are you looking for insights on future-proofing your organization against the ever-evolving landscape of challenges and opportunities in the sector? They’ve got you covered in this Responsive Nonprofit Summit Replay. From embracing failure to building resilient teams and fostering innovation, discover actionable app…

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There's More Money Than Big Ideas: Why Bold Campaigns Win Big with Paul Johnson 52:36

24d ago52:36

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Send us a text Unlock the secrets to successful major gifts and capital campaigns with Paul Johnson, the visionary founder of Creative Fundraising Advisors. With over 30 years of experience, Paul shares his invaluable strategies and real-world examples, perfect for both small nonprofits and large institutions. We discuss the critical readiness fact…

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E54: Empowering Female Leaders with Jenny Mitchell 44:23

24d ago44:23

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On this episode of the Lead with Heart podcast, I am beyond excited to have Jenny Mitchell as my guest. Jenny is the chief visionary officer and founder of Chavender where she works closely with not-for-profit leaders to change the world one mission at a time. Jenny recently released her book, Embracing Ambition: Empowering Women to Step Out, Be Se…

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563. How to Manage Change in a Rapidly Evolving World - Mia Henry, Taneshia Nash Laird, Tammy Tibbetts, and Shaun Lee 40:32

25d ago40:32

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Meet Mia, Taneshia, Tammy + Shaun. In this Responsive Nonprofit Summit replay, our expert panel explores how to manage change within the nonprofit sector, especially as the need to adapt and innovate grows. They share practical strategies, case studies, and lessons learned. While 'managing change' can present challenges, we view it as an opportunit…

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64: Childhood Impacts Generosity 5:05

1M ago5:05

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"...Consistent with social learning theory, individuals tend to carry beliefs about money and money skills learned in childhood into their adult lives..." This week, I’m reading selected quotes from Money Beliefs and Financial Behaviors by Bradley Klontz, Sonya Britt, and Jennifer Mentzer, published in 2011. Reflection Questions: Have you spent tim…

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Ep 127| Engage Your Board: Avoid Year-End Fundraising Burnout 22:03

1M ago22:03

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Send us a text 🚨 Avoid Year-End Fundraising Burnout! 🚨 Madeline McCoy, Founder and CEO of The Nonprofit Solution, shares the essential strategies that can transform your nonprofit's success by aligning board engagement with team roles. In this episode, Madeline and Britt break down actionable tips to help your organization stay productive and motiv…

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562: How It's Built: HeadCount's Integrated Approach to Traditional and Digital Voter Engagement - Tappan Vickery 47:06

1M ago47:06

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Meet Tappan. A veteran organizer with two decades of experience, she’s the Senior Director of Programming and Strategy at HeadCount, where they’re revolutionizing voter engagement through the power of music 🎶At HeadCount, Tappan has spearheaded innovative campaigns that connect musicians with their fans to inspire democratic participation 🗳️She’s a…

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E53: Setting Up Your Nonprofit’s Finances For Success with Stephanie Skryzowski 37:00

1M ago37:00

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On this episode of the Lead with Heart podcast, I am honored to have Stephanie Skryzowski as my guest. Stephanie is the founder and CEO of 100 Degrees Consulting and a visionary chief financial officer that helps purpose driven leaders better understand and use their numbers to make smart decisions to grow their bottom line and their impact. That’s…

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63: Persistence and Joy 3:22

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"...The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena, whose face is marred by dust and sweat and blood; who strives valiantly; who errs, who comes short again and again, because there is no effort without error and shortcoming; but who does actually strive to do the deeds; who knows great enthusiasms, the great devotions; who spends himse…

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561. Building a Durable + Retention Focused Team Culture - Channon Lucas, Lindsey Fuller, Michelle Flores Vryn, and Jennifer Mulholland 39:28

1M ago39:28

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Meet Channon, Lindsey, Michelle, and Jennifer. They’re here to help us name the elephant in the room: retention🐘 But, we aren’t just talking about retaining our donors - the greatest retention issue that isn’t talked about enough is the retention of our nonprofit staff. For a sector built on relationships, we have to build a culture that creates re…

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My Three Essentials for a Fulfilling Fundraising Career 14:53

1M ago14:53

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Send us a text Ever wondered how a college internship could lead to a fulfilling career in fundraising? Discover the transformative story of how an internship at Walt Disney World shaped skills in guest relations, trust-building, and creating magical moments, which seamlessly transitioned into a rewarding trajectory in fundraising. This episode unc…

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EP 126| How Does Data Equity Increase Donations for Growing Nonprofits? 28:29

1M ago28:29

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Send us a text “Data can be a powerful tool for social change, but only if it is collected, analyzed, and applied in ways that promote fairness, justice, and inclusion.” Meena Das Data equity is essential for creating a fair and inclusive society. Join Britt and Meena Das, CEO of Namaste Data, to explore what data equity means and why it matters to…

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560. How It's Built: Leadership Transition Planning - Amber Melanie Smith 46:19

1M ago46:19

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Meet Amber. Her journey through nonprofit work is winding (literally!)🛣️ In college, she took off on a 3-month cross-country road trip with her best friend to volunteer in over 20 states. When she returned home, she launched Activate Good, a nonprofit that has mobilized over 50,000 volunteers to help hundreds of causes in her hometown, Raleigh, NC.…

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E52: Empowering Youth Through Flower Farming with Hannah Blackwell of Southside Blooms 30:38

1M ago30:38

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This episode of the Lead with Heart podcast features Hannah Blackwell, founder and creative director of Southside Blooms, a social enterprise nonprofit based in Chicago. Southside Blooms transforms vacant urban land into productive flower farms using solar power and sustainable methods. Hannah shares how her childhood love of nature led her to esta…

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62: Humble Ignorance 4:45

1M ago4:45

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"...Acknowledging that one does not know is a humble kind of ignorance, one that is, in fact, filled often with the joy of discovery and wonder at what is discovered..." This week, I’m reading a quote from Imposed Ignorance and Humble Ignorance - Two Worldviews by Paul Heltne, published in 2008. Reflection Questions: Are we building structures and …

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559. How to Leverage Modern Media to Scale Your Impact - Neda Azarfar, Dr. Bertrhude Albert, Jeff Rosenblum, and Kelly Lyndgaard 43:02

1M ago43:02

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Meet Neda, Dr. Bertrhude, Jeff, and Kelly. This panel of experts is here to show us how to leverage modern media to scale your impact. It’s time to invest + fuel + activate around cause areas through the power of media. Influence is currency. Connection is currency. Activation is currency. Embrace the tension and release control of your message. Tu…

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EP 125| Nonprofit Data Management: Using CRM for Fundraising 16:02

2M ago16:02

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Send us a text Why does your nonprofit need a CRM? 🤔 Join us to explore how a CRM platform can help you better understand and engage with your donors while streamlining your data management. Don't miss game-changing strategies from Jena and Britt as they share effective, easily implementable tips for using CRM to optimize your fundraising success. …

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558. How It's Built: Impactful + Modern Websites for Our Organizations - David Hartstein 53:16

2M ago53:16

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Meet David. He’s the co-founder of Wired Impact, which helps nonprofits build websites their visitors will love 💻❤️ He’s a firm believer that good marketing doesn’t exist in a vacuum, and he works to uncover opportunities within websites to help missions do more good in their community. In this episode of "How It's Built”, he’s sharing the essentia…

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E51: The Art of Fundraising as a Relationship-Building Opportunity with Kel Haney 33:22

2M ago33:22

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In this episode, I have Kel Haney, a former theater director turned fundraising expert, on the show. Kel shares her journey from theater to fundraising, emphasizing the importance of relationship-building over transactional encounters. She discusses the power of vulnerability and storytelling in connecting with donors and highlights the need for ev…

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557. How to Build a Breakthrough Recurring Giving Program - Miry Whitehill, Vik Harrison, Nhu Te, and Kyle Roosen 43:56

2M ago43:56

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Meet Miry, Vik, Nhu + Kyle. They’re here to help you unlock sustainable impact through recurring giving! Recurring giving isn't just a fundraising strategy; it's a catalyst for sustainable impact. In this Responsive Nonprofit Summit Reply, they’re sharing actionable insights, best practices, and innovative approaches to cultivate and maintain a suc…

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61: Learning Generosity 4:36

2M ago4:36

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"...real generosity requires requires learning something different, something that may not feel natural for many people. It often requires real personal change. A better understanding of how generosity works can aid that learning and change..." This week, I’m reading a quote from The Paradox of Generosity by Christian Smith and Hilary Davidson. 201…

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The Transformative Impact of Gratitude 28:08

2M ago28:08

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Send us a text Can expressing genuine gratitude transform your fundraising efforts? In this episode, we promise to reveal how the simple act of saying thank you can enhance donor relationships, reduce stress, and reinvigorate your passion for your mission. Explore practical strategies for making your gratitude heartfelt and impactful, plus get insp…

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Ep 124| 3 Financial Foundations for Success: Reporting, Accounting, Budgeting 23:53

2M ago23:53

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Send us a text Struggling with nonprofit finances? Brittan and Germeen Guillaume, CEO of Visionary Accounting Group, discuss how to achieve financial transparency and build donor trust. Germeen shares actionable steps to best practices in 3 foundational areas, with Pro-Tips to maximize impact: Cloud Accounting: Migrate to streamline processes and i…

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556. Unleashing Collective Power: Reflections from the Impact Uprising Gathering - Jon McCoy and Becky Endicott 41:20

2M ago41:20

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Join Becky and Jon as they relive the incredible energy of Impact Uprising and explore the key themes that emerged from the community. Discover the courage to drive change, the importance of tapping into inner power, and the transformative potential of collective action. Plus, they'll share details about the new Impact Uprising membership. Tune in …

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E50: Building Your LinkedIn Presence as a Nonprofit Leader with Tania Bhattacharyya 37:36

2M ago37:36

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Today on the Lead with Heart podcast, I’m joined by the incredible Tania Bhattacharyya, founder of Lumos Marketing and thought leadership consultant for social impact entrepreneurs. In this episode, Tania shares valuable insights on using personal branding and storytelling to develop thought leadership on LinkedIn. She introduces the "Campfire Circ…

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$81 Million in 24 hours - Fundraising Lessons from Kamala Harris 13:49

2M ago13:49

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In this episode, we dive into the necessity of excitement and creativity in your asks. Learn how Kamala Harris's entry into the DNC race sparked a record-breaking $81 million in donations overnight, and discover the secrets behind UC Berkeley's "Light the Way" campaign that raised over $7 billion by focusing on positive achievements and future pote…

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60: Imaginations Stretched 4:42

2M ago4:42

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"...The brain is stirred. The emotions may be provoked, desires clarified, the imagination stretched...." This week, I’m reading a quote from The Paradox of Generosity by Christian Smith and Hilary Davidson. 2014 edition. Reflection questions: Will you choose a cause other than your own where you can meet with their staff or volunteers to listen wi…

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555. How to Create a Modern Donor Journey - Dulari Gandhi, Tiffany Allen, and Brady Josephson 42:21

2M ago42:21

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Meet Dulari, Tiffany, and Brady. Are you looking for the playbook to fundraise more by creating journeys that guide donors from their first interaction to becoming lifelong advocates? The answer isn't a complicated one. It's threaded through an intentional donor journey. Tune into this episode as our experts walk us through how to create a modern d…

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Why Your Giving Day Campaign Hasn’t Worked (And How to Fix It) 31:40

2M ago31:40

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Send us a text Ready to transform your Giving Day fundraising efforts? Join me as I share my personal journey from early setbacks to a triumphant campaign that raised over $74,000 in the first attempt at launching a giving day campaign. We'll uncover the five essential steps to ensure your campaign's success, including setting ambitious yet achieva…

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Ep 123| Unlocking the Power of Donor Advised Funds 15:30

2M ago15:30

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Send us a text 💸 Discover the $230 billion waiting to fuel your nonprofit's mission! 💸 Ever heard of Donor Advised Funds (DAFs)? They're a game-changer for high net worth donors and can secure significant gifts for your cause. But what exactly are DAFs, and how can they benefit your nonprofit? DAFs let donors set up special savings accounts for cha…

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