Best Dan Sonners Podcasts (2024)

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DNP Groundbreakers: Molly Connors, Development Manager @ C-SPAN 1:02:24

24d ago1:02:24

1:02:24

Since 1979, C-SPAN has been providing unfiltered access into the inner workings of American democracy. Until recently though, the network was funded entirely by the cable industry and had never attempted to fundraise from private donors. However, the disruption produced by cord cutting necessitated innovation and late last year C-SPAN launched a de…

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DNP Groundbreakers: Dave Raley, Founder @ Imago Consulting 48:30

2M ago48:30

48:30

Fundraising thought leader Dave Raley drops by the show for a casual chat about innovation...more specifically what's holding innovation back in the nonprofit sector. Much deeper than a philosophical discussion, Dave and Dan dig into innovation tactics and shifts which can benefit nonprofits of all sizes (some of which require little to no overhead…

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DNP Groundbreakers: Jon DeLange, Co-Founder StrategicFundraisingPlan.com 40:59

4M ago40:59

40:59

These days it seems like there are more answers than questions for the nonprofit sector. There are tactics, solutions, and strategies for just about every challenge that nonprofit organizations face. There are so many answers that it can be overwhelming and lead to decision paralysis. Enter Jon DeLange and his essay series "12 Rules For Fundraisers…

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DNP Deep Dive: Email Hacks For Nonprofits w/ Jay Schwedelson CEO @ Outcome Media & Founder, GURU Events 53:40

5M ago53:40

53:40

We cover a lot of ground on the Dynamic Nonprofits Podcast, but some of our favorite discussions are when we deep dive into tactics and practical tips that can help transform your fundraising program. If you're an email fundraiser, or just a fundraiser who shares our passion for A/B testing, you'll love Dan's conversation with email GURU Jay Schwed…

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DNP Groundbreakers: Nathan Chappell, The Generosity Crisis Co-Author 43:13

7M ago43:13

43:13

There are a lot of books about fundraising, but one in particular has driven conversation within the nonprofit sector this year - The Generosity Crisis. Co-Author Nathan Chappell joins Dan to look back on a year of The Generosity Crisis and what he's learned from '10,000 conversations' since the book's release. They discuss what's driving the crisi…

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DNP Groundbreakers: Tim Sarrantonio, Director of Corporate Brand @ Neon One 53:59

8M ago53:59

53:59

Renown speaker and non-profit champion Tim Sarrantonio joins the show for a high energy conversation about the state of philanthropy and actionable steps small to mid-sized non-profits can take to rise above the economic headwinds. Dan's interview with Tim is a fast paced, information packed chat that will leave you feeling equally informed and ins…

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DNP Quick Take #25 - Multi-Channel Mini-Con & The Fundraising Education Renaissance 21:10

9M ago21:10

21:10

Dan shares his thoughts from last week's Multi-Channel Mini-Con and discusses the ongoing renaissance in nonprofit / fundraising education.

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Deep Dive: Non-Profit Marketer's Guide to Trust w/ Amanda Wasson Executive VP, Client Services @ RKD Group 30:26

10M ago30:26

30:26

There's a trust crisis in America. According to Gallup, trust is down in institutions ranging from government, to the media, schools, and just about everything in between. Unfortunately, non-profit organizations aren't immune from this decline in trust. In fact, the Edelman Trust Barometer shows that non-profits are now trusted less than businesses…

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DNP Quick Take #24 - The Value of Cross-Channel Education 14:25

10M ago14:25

14:25

Back from a summer hiatus, Dan talks about why fundraisers benefit from cross-channel education and shares an example of a tip he picked up at a digital show that he was able to apply to direct mail. He also discusses his recent trip to the NIO Summit in Dallas and the upcoming Multi-Channel Mini-Con.…

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Direct Mail Review: Best Fundraising Email Ever... 29:06

1y ago29:06

29:06

In this special edition of the Direct Mail Review, Dan breaks down a political fundraising email which may be the best he's ever seen.It was enough to break through the noise and earn the "Direct Mail Review" treatment.Have a listen and continue the conversation on LinkedIn...https://www.linkedin.com/in/dansonners/…

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DNP Quick Take #23 - Are We In The Upswing? 22:17

1y ago22:17

22:17

Dan discusses the current state of fundraising and explores whether the sector is in the midst of an upswing.

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DNP Groundbreakers: Kevin Gentry, Vice President w/ Stand Together 51:13

1+ y ago51:13

51:13

"If you constantly have a mindset about helping to improve the lives of others, your life will be improved in the process" Kevin Gentry has been a staple in the fundraising community for nearly four decades and his Fundraising Tips newsletter is a weekly must read for many in the sector. Kevin joined the show to discuss getting back to basics and h…

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Fundraising Perspectives: 5 Best Super Bowl 57 Ads 37:03

1+ y ago37:03

37:03

Dan shares and breaks down (from a Fundraiser's Perspective) his 5 favorite ads from Super Bowl 57.Show Notes:5. T-Mobile / John Travolta https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jSO-Whn2sCQ4. Amazon / Saving Sauerhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-bueUljGJ2M3. Bud Light / Holdhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=azCNwGnxq0s2. Dunkin / Ben Affleck https://www.yout…

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DNP Deep Dive: Why America Gives w/ Michelle Boggs, Executive Nonprofit Industry Advisor @ Classy 1:01:33

1+ y ago1:01:33

1:01:33

Why do Americans give? It's the question which drives our fundraising strategies and holds the keys to improving our relationships with donors. Classy's Michelle Boggs joins the show to answer that foundational question and much more as Michelle and Dan deep dive into Classy's annual "Why America Gives" report. You'll want to have a notepad ready (…

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DNP Deep Dive: Finding a Better Way to Fundraise w/ Andrew Olsen, SVP @ DickersonBakker 53:38

1+ y ago53:38

53:38

Over his 25 years in the non-profit sector, Andrew Olsen has helped raise over half a billion dollars while helping to build multiple successful agencies in the process. He has also established himself as a thought leader for the industry as the host of The Rainmaker Fundraising Podcast and with two best selling titles to his name (Rainmaker: The F…

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Damar Hamlin and the Generosity of the Human Spirit 12:57

1+ y ago12:57

12:57

Dan discusses Damar Hamlin, why his incident resonated with so many people, and what the collective response says about generosity and why we give. Give To Damar Hamlin's "Chasing M Foundation": https://www.gofundme.com/f/mxksc-the-chasing-ms-foundation-community-toy-drive

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DNP Groundbreakers: Michael Gorriarán, President @ Arjuna Solutions 51:24

1+ y ago51:24

51:24

How much is the right amount to ask donors for? Michael Gorriarán, President @ Arjuna Solutions, joins the show to answer this fundamental question. Dan and Michael discuss how Arjuna applies behavioral economics to determine the optimal ask amount for creating long-term relationships with donors which maximizes their lifetime value potential. Topi…

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DNP Quick Take #22 - Mastercard's Recurring Giving Regulations 18:13

2y ago18:13

18:13

Dan breaks down Mastercard's new regulations for recurring giving and discusses why the new rules could be an opportunity to innovate how nonprofits communicate with their monthly donors. Show Notes: Read along with the Non-Profit Pro article Dan discusses on the show https://www.nonprofitpro.com/article/mastercard-extends-deadline-how-to-comply-to…

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DNP Deep Dive: Gaming Fundraisers w/ April Stallings 50:32

2y ago50:32

50:32

Fundraising through gaming and livestreaming has become a multi-billion dollar revenue channel by marrying tried and true peer to peer fundraising psychology with modern technology, but it remains a mystery to many experienced fundraisers and a medium which is labeled with misconceptions by those who don't game themselves. Think your donors don't g…

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DNP Deep Dive: Caging and Lockbox Services w/ Dennis Hoffman 37:47

2y ago37:47

37:47

When it comes to caging donor data, time and accuracy are money and delays and poor data hygiene can cost non-profits a lot in revenue and delayed decision making. The importance of lockbox and caging services have come to the forefront for many organizations since the start of the pandemic, but the mechanics of these vital services remain a blind …

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DNP Deep Dive: Creative Deviations w/ John Lepp 1:00:07

2y ago1:00:07

1:00:07

John Lepp, Founder of Agents of Good, returns to the program to talk about his exciting new book "Creative Deviations" and the 12 deviations which hold the keys to unleashing the non-profit sector's full potential. Topics Discussed Include: - The inspiration behind "Creative Deviations" and what John hopes the industry takes away from the book - Wh…

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Special Episode: How to Fundraise When The World is a Mess w/ Mike Duerksen 1:03:02

2y ago1:03:02

1:03:02

Mike Duerksen, Founder of the BuildGood Agency and Host of the Build Good Fundraising Podcast, returns to the show to discuss his advice for fundraising when the world is a mess. With a backdrop of war, record inflation, division, and a possible looming recession it's a question on the mind of most fundraisers. It's a conversation which will help y…

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Direct Mail Review: American Battlefield Trust 59:57

2y ago59:57

59:57

Dan reviews a mail piece from American Battlefield Trust which does an excellent job of weaving an urgent concept in with a multi-layered institutional message. https://www.battlefields.org/

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DNP Groundbreakers: Alan Rich, President @ Nova Label Company 56:40

2y ago56:40

56:40

Label and paper availability have been among the biggest headwinds facing fundraisers in 2022. We wanted to know where things stood and where they were going so we decided to go straight to the source. Alan Rich has been President of Nova Label Company for close to 4 decades and knows the ins and outs of labels as well as anyone in the business. Al…

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DNP Groundbreakers: Olga Moshinsky Woltman, Founder & Principle @ LemonSkies 44:47

2y ago44:47

44:47

Over the course of Olga Moshinsky Woltman’s career she’s led multi-channel fundraising campaigns for some of the nation's most well known non-profits. Today, she's an industry thought leader, content creator, and Founder & Principle of LemonSkies a digital agency which helps organizations execute fundraising campaigns, provides them with marketing …

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DNP Groundbreakers: Benjamin Johnson, Founder and Lead Strategist @ Frontier Marketing 1:21:20

2+ y ago1:21:20

1:21:20

Founder of Frontier Marketing and Host of the Frontier FM Podcast Benjamin Johnson joins the show for a candid and wide ranging conversation about the state of fundraising. Dan and Ben start out by discussing the crisis in Ukraine and implications for the non-profit sector. Then, Ben shares his thoughts on the most important trends in digital fundr…

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DNP Groundbreakers: Anthony Jones, Founder LinkedIn One Percent Club 59:59

2+ y ago59:59

59:59

Anthony Jones has been a digital trailblazer in his two decades as a fundraiser. During his 19-years with Ducks Unlimited, he led a digital marketing team which raised over $40 million and amassed over 2 million social media followers. In the process, he helped establish Ducks Unlimited as an online authority for waterfowl hunters. Anthony also pio…

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DNP Quick Take #21 - What's Your Beginning of the Year Fundraising Strategy? 12:12

2+ y ago12:12

12:12

Dan talks about the critical mistake that many organizations make by assuming donors don't want to give early in the year and provides some advice on how you can connect with donors who prefer to give outside the hustle and bustle of the holiday season.

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Special Interview: Paper Shortage and Supply Chain Issues w/ Dean Hart, President @ MWI Direct 47:17

2+ y ago47:17

47:17

Paper shortages, production delays, and supply chain issues are all the talk of the non-profit sector heading into 2022. Dean Hart, President @ MWI Direct has been working in paper and production for nearly 3 decades. He joins Dan in this special interview to talk about what's driving the shortages, delays, and price increases and how mailers can p…

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Direct Mail Review: Heifer International 48:32

2+ y ago48:32

48:32

Dan reviews a recent mail piece from Heifer International which illustrates how gifts of bee hives can help feed children and support families around the the world. https://www.heifer.org/

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Episode 8 - 5 Fundraising X Tests To Get Ahead of the Trends 1:29:28

2+ y ago1:29:28

1:29:28

Dan walks you through 5 experimental fundraising tests (Fundraising X) to help your non-profit get ahead of coming trends and gain first-to-market advantages. The mission of the Dynamic Non-Profits Podcast is to provide value to the non-profit community and advocate for innovation in fundraising. Help support our cause by subscribing and rating the…

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DNP Groundbreakers: Louis Diez, Donor Participation Project 48:07

3y ago48:07

48:07

One of the things which makes the fundraising world special and unique are the grassroots fundraising movements which are striving to improve donor communication, retention, and non-profit best practices from the ground up. It's this grassroots mentality which provides the sector with a lot of it's energy and helps push the innovation envelope. Rec…

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DNP Groundbreakers: Shannon McCracken, CEO @ The Nonprofit Alliance 51:02

3y ago51:02

51:02

In their short history, The Nonprofit Alliance has had an outsized impact advocating on behalf of the fundraising industry, shaping key legislation, and fighting on our behalf in the courts. As CEO of TNPA, Shannon McCracken helps lead the organization's mission to promote, protect, and strengthen the philanthropic sector in the best interests of d…

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DNP Deep Dive: Non-Profit Marketer's Guide To Generation X w/ Justin McCord 1:23:35

3y ago1:23:35

1:23:35

DOWNLOAD THE STUDY AND WATCH ALONG! https://info.rkdgroup.com/en/the-nonprofit-marketers-guide-to-generation-x Most non-profits seem to be focused on one of two things. Either, maximizing value from "traditional" / longtime Baby Boomer and Silent Generation donors or "getting younger" by finding ways to connect with Millennial and Generation Z dono…

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DNP Groundbreakers: Barbara O'Reilly, Founder & Principal @ Windmill Hill Consulting 57:03

3y ago57:03

57:03

Today’s Topic: The Value of Small Donors Dan welcomes Barbara O'Reilly back to the show to talk about how the non-profit sector is treating "small" donors, what their value is to fundraising programs, and why that value isn't be realized by some non-profits. Barbara is a fearless advocate for the industry and she brings her experienced and honest p…

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DNP Deep Dive: Donor Psychology w/ Clay Buck 50:24

3y ago50:24

50:24

Clay Buck is a consultant and Founder at TCB Fundraising where he helps nonprofits maximize their potential with a human approach towards fundraising guided by donor psychology which he has become an outspoken advocate for. In this unique and practical conversation, Clay discusses his passion for understanding why donors give and why having insight…

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DNP Groundbreakers: Heather Thompson, Chief Development Officer @ Norwescap 57:09

3y ago57:09

57:09

Every year, Norwescap provides aid and assistance to 30,000 Northwest New Jersey families with a wide range of services customized to the unique needs of each beneficiary. Their areas of service include education, employment, financial capacity building, health & nutrition, house & energy services, and volunteerism & civic engagement. Today, Dan we…

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DNP Groundbreakers: Jim Langley, President @ Langley Innovations 55:52

3y ago55:52

55:52

Jim Langley has helped revolutionize how major universities fundraise by building a program that prioritizes active listening, empathy, and responsiveness over brand and sales pitches. He has also become a thought leader on how non-profits can retain the effective aspects of donor centric fundraising while removing the problematic elements which ha…

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DNP Quick Take #20 - Social Media Comments Are Liquid Gold For Fundraising 3:06

3y ago3:06

3:06

Inspired by late night infomercials, Dan explains how non-profits can transform their social media comments into liquid gold for fundraising using the power of #UnsiloedFundraising Show Notes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nb91-j861DI

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DNP Groundbreakers: Sharon Kitroser & Amy Mauser, Co-Founders @ Team Kat & Mouse 49:39

3+ y ago49:39

49:39

Good fundraisers are difficult to find and they are even harder to keep, Sharon Kitroser and Amy Mauser are out to change that with their consultancy Team Kat and Mouse. Their innovative approach focuses on training fundraisers across channels with an emphasis on communication, shared goals, and storytelling. In this informative and lively chat wit…

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DNP Groundbreakers: Erica Waasdorp, President @ A Direct Solution 54:52

3+ y ago54:52

54:52

Erica Wassdorp has written the book on monthly giving and has emerged as one of the industry's predominant thought leaders on the topic. In her discussion with Dan, Erica talks about the rise of monthly giving, why it's so critical for non-profit growth, and offers some practical tips for starting and growing your recurring donor program. They also…

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DNP Groundbreakers: Tim Kachuriak, Founder + Chief Innovation & Optimization Officer @ NextAfter 45:45

3+ y ago45:45

45:45

Tim Kachuriak has dedicated his professional life to answering the fundamental question "Why do donors give?". That curiosity helped give birth to NextAfter, a digital fundraising agency dedicated to "unleashing the most generous generation in the world" through fundraising innovation and optimization. Dan and Tim discuss that and much more in this…

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DNP Quick Take #19 - Non-Profits Head to The Supreme Court 14:11

3+ y ago14:11

14:11

Dan discusses an upcoming case at the Supreme Court which could have major implications for donor privacy, the non-profit sector, and the growth of generosity. Show Notes:https://www.thenonprofittimes.com/npt_articles/u-s-supreme-court-to-hear-donor-disclosure-cases/https://www.usatoday.com/story/opinion/2021/01/25/protect-free-association-donor-an…

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Episode 7 - 2020: Looking Back, Looking Forward 1:33:23

3+ y ago1:33:23

1:33:23

Dan shares 5 fundraising lessons from an unprecedented year in 2020 and 5 themes which will matter for the nonprofit sector in 2021.

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Fundraiser's Perspective: Best Super Bowl 55 Ads 45:35

3+ y ago45:35

45:35

Applying a fundraiser’s perspective, Dan breaks down his 5 favorite ads from Super Bowl 55. Show Notes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X9jkvq4-tCU https://www.budlight.com/en/legends-content-vault https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gq7QhjTJAFo https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=haXc74orwhg&feature=youtu.be https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YsA8dNubLZ0 htt…

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DNP Deep Dive: The State of Multi-Channel Donor Communications w/ Brady Josephson 55:25

3+ y ago55:25

55:25

Brady Josephson, Managing Director @ The NextAfter Institute, joins Dan to discuss findings from NextAfter and Virtuous' exciting new study "The State of Multi-Channel Donor Communications". If you're a fundraiser who is concerned about multi-channel fundraising, or how to put it into action, this might be one of the most important interviews you l…

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DNP Deep Dive: Do Donors Actually Use Charity Watchdogs? w/ Ron Sellers 49:30

3+ y ago49:30

49:30

Do you know how the charity watchdog sites rate your organization? Many groups pride themselves on their 4-star rating but is it something that matters to donors? How many donors actually use charity rating sites and who are they? Well now, thanks to a new study by Grey Matter Research, we have some answers to those questions. It turns out over 30 …

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DNP Deep Dive: The Science of Direct Mail w/John Lepp 50:22

3+ y ago50:22

50:22

A successful direct mail appeal is much more than paper and ink. When a donor responds to a letter it’s due to the successful culmination of many elements ranging from the logo on the outer envelope to the size of the check boxes on the reply. John Lepp is a partner at the Agents of Good fundraising agency and a noted direct mail enthusiast. In thi…

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DNP Quick Take #18 - End of Year Fundraising: Donors are Ready, Willing, and Able to Help 18:00

3+ y ago18:00

18:00

Dan discusses a recent Bloomberg article that reveals clues as to why donors are ready, willing, and (most importantly) able to help as 2020 draws to a close. Show Notes: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2020-11-16/the-american-consumer-is-flush-with-cash-after-paying-down-debthttps://www.nbcnews.com/know-your-value/feature/what-hunger-looks…