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A different kind of nonprofit podcast! Dynamic Nonprofits' mission is to help nonprofit organizations increase their impact with an unsiloed approach to fundraising. With over 15 years of industry experience, host Dan Sonners helps deconstruct fundraising trends from the tried and true to the brand new. Episodes include interviews with other experts and step-by-step analysis to help your fundraising channels and nonprofit operations work better together in order to improve the donor experien ...
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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"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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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…
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