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The Point You Do Not Go Past: A Conversation with Tom Ahern
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Tom Ahern is one of the most influential voices in donor communications. The New York Times has called him “one of the country’s most sought-after creators of fundraising messages.” A self-described writer before he could write, he has authored multiple acclaimed books, trained thousands of fundraisers around the world, and most recently published Sim One—a powerful reflection on love and loss after the death of his wife and partner, Simone Joyaux. We begin the conversation exploring his earliest memories of writing.
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Tom Ahern is one of the most influential voices in donor communications. The New York Times has called him “one of the country’s most sought-after creators of fundraising messages.” A self-described writer before he could write, he has authored multiple acclaimed books, trained thousands of fundraisers around the world, and most recently published Sim One—a powerful reflection on love and loss after the death of his wife and partner, Simone Joyaux. We begin the conversation exploring his earliest memories of writing.
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1 Let's Talk About Love: A Conversation with Dr. Jen Shang 40:30
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedProfessor Jen Shang is Co-Founder and Director of the Institute for Sustainable Philanthropy, and the world’s only philanthropic psychologist. She was the first person to earn a PhD in Philanthropy, and her research on donor identity and meaning has been featured in the New York Times , BBC, and Chronicle of Philanthropy . In 2025, she received AFP’s prestigious Skystone Prize for Meaningful Philanthropy , co-authored with Dr. Adrian Sargeant—a book exploring how giving shapes the lives of high-net-worth donors. We spoke with her live at AFP ICON, the association’s international conference in Seattle.…
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1 What Gives You Life: A Conversation with Jeff Schreifels 1:03:30
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedJeff Schreifels is Principal at Veritus Group and co-author of It’s Not JUST About the Donor . With over 35 years in nonprofit fundraising, he’s helped thousands of professionals create meaningful donor relationships and raise more money with integrity and heart. In this episode, we begin not in the office—but on the road—with Jeff’s 1,000-mile bike journey at the age of fourteen.…
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Jeremy Wells is the Senior Vice President of Philanthropic Services at the Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation. With more than twenty-five years of experience in fundraising and nonprofit leadership, he's been instrumental in advancing equity and community-led solutions through philanthropy. In recognition of his outstanding contributions, Jeremy was named the 2025 Outstanding Fundraising Professional of the Year by the Association of Fundraising Professionals.…
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1 What Drives Me Forward: A Conversation with Ashley Hufft 58:07
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedAshley Hufft is President and CEO of Unbound, an international nonprofit based in Kansas City that partners with families worldwide on their self-directed paths out of poverty. A Harvard-trained attorney and anthropologist, Ashley has built a distinguished career advancing sustainable solutions to poverty, food insecurity, education, and gender equity. In this conversation, we explore her journey from corporate law to global development, and now to leading an organization serving hundreds of thousands of families around the world.…
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1 The Point You Do Not Go Past: A Conversation with Tom Ahern 51:49
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedTom Ahern is one of the most influential voices in donor communications. The New York Times has called him “one of the country’s most sought-after creators of fundraising messages.” A self-described writer before he could write, he has authored multiple acclaimed books, trained thousands of fundraisers around the world, and most recently published Sim One —a powerful reflection on love and loss after the death of his wife and partner, Simone Joyaux. We begin the conversation exploring his earliest memories of writing.…
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1 Well Done, My Good and Faithful Servant: A Conversation with Sabrina Walker Hernandez 57:07
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedSabrina Walker Hernandez is a consultant, coach, and facilitator who helps small nonprofits grow leadership, strengthen boards, and raise more money. She began her career in 1996 and spent 20 years with the Boys & Girls Clubs, including 11 as CEO in Edinburg, Texas, where she led a $12 million capital campaign, built a $500,000 endowment, and tripled revenue in one of the nation’s poorest counties. Now, as President and CEO of Building Better Boards, Sabrina trains and advises nonprofits nationwide, drawing on her academic training, deep community roots, and belief that strong relationships drive lasting impact. Our conversation begins by asking about her early years growing up in a home rooted in faith and service, and how that prepared her for one of the biggest challenges any of us can face.…
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1 Launchpad: A Conversation with Rebecca and Chris van Bergen 58:50
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedRebecca van Bergen and Chris Van Bergen are the visionary leaders behind Nest, a nonprofit advancing gender equity and economic inclusion in the global artisan and maker economy. As Founder and Executive Director, Rebecca launched Nest in 2006 at just 24, building partnerships with brands like Etsy and Patagonia to support over 250,000 artisans across 120+ countries and pioneering global standards for home-based work. Chris, Nest’s Chief Financial and Operating Officer since 2011, has helped guide the organization through rapid growth, leading ethical compliance efforts and expanding programs that serve thousands of small businesses worldwide. Together, they’ve redefined the role of handmade craft in the global economy—empowering communities, promoting transparency, and shaping a more equitable future for workers everywhere. In this conversation, we talk about their journey together as partners in life and work, their challenges and joys, and what they imagine for the future.…
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1 This Miraculous Work: A Conversation with Karyn Grossman Gershon 56:49
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedKaryn Grossman Gershon is CEO of Project Kesher and the architect of its international network of feminist Jewish leaders. She has helped raise over $40 million to support Jewish women and girls across Eastern Europe and Israel, advancing gender equality, public health, and Jewish life. Most recently, she’s helped shape a gendered response to the war in Ukraine. We begin the conversation with her earliest memories of social activism.…
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1 The Painful Things: A Conversation with Eileen Heisman 1:34:09
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedEileen Heisman is one of philanthropy’s most influential leaders. As the founding President and CEO of National Philanthropic Trust, she grew it into a global powerhouse, facilitating over $63 billion in charitable giving. A ten-time honoree on the NonProfit Times Power & Influence Top 50, she’s advised world leaders, taught at Penn, and shaped the future of donor-advised funds. In this conversation, we trace her journey—from childhood lessons in inclusion and innovation to her early years in politics, and through more than three decades at the helm of one of the nation’s leading engines of giving.…
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1 I'm Not Surrendering: A Conversation with Tony Martignetti 1:11:52
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedA former attorney who walked away from law to find his true calling in philanthropy, Tony Martignetti has spent over 27 years helping organizations grow and thrive. He’s the founder of Martignetti Planned Giving Advisors and the host of Tony Martignetti Nonprofit Radio , where he’s been sharing expert insights and candid conversations with nonprofit leaders since 2010. In this conversation, we hear his journey from the AV club to a nuclear missile silo and from the comedy stage to podcasting and activism today.…
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1 Never In My Wildest Dreams: A Conversation with Maya Kuppermann 1:03:09
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedMaya Kupperman has spent her career building organizations that drive innovation in philanthropy. As co-founder and CEO of Temelio, she’s using AI to make grantmaking faster and more efficient. Before that, she helped grow MainStreet from a seed-stage startup to Series B and advised The Farmlink Project, which connects surplus farm produce to food banks. With a background in tech, nonprofits, and software development—and a degree in Human Biology and Education from Stanford—she brings a unique perspective to the space. But her passion for impact started much earlier. We begin our conversation with the story of A Chance to Dance , the organization she founded at 12 to bring free dance classes to children in migrant farmworker communities where she was born.…
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1 Creating Systems That Are Just: A Conversation with James Misner 1:06:12
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedJames Misner is committed to building systems that create lasting impact. Growing up near Philadelphia in the 1990s, he was struck by his community’s negative attitudes toward refugees from the Balkans and Rwanda. This led him to study political science, work in resettlement, and dedicate his career to helping nonprofits secure the resources they need to drive change. After roles in refugee resettlement at Wheaton Bible Church and McLean Bible Church, he spent a decade at World Relief as Senior Vice President of Strategic Engagement, leading partnerships and revenue strategy. Now, as Founder and CEO of The Kipos Group, he helps small and mid-sized nonprofits overcome fundraising barriers and grow sustainably. In this conversation, we explore his journey—from hands-on refugee work to rethinking nonprofit fundraising—beginning in the neighborhood where it all started.…
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1 The River: A Conversation with Jim Langley 1:04:52
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedJim Langley is a leading voice in philanthropy. As President of Langley Innovations, he’s helped hundreds of institutions rethink fundraising through research-driven strategies. A former advancement leader at Georgetown, UC San Diego, and Georgia Tech, he’s led groundbreaking campaigns and shaped best practices in donor engagement. Through his books, articles, and seminars, he continues to guide organizations in navigating the evolving world of philanthropy. In this conversation, we traced the arc of his life and work, starting with a visit to his hometown.…
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1 People-Powered: A Conversation with Sara Lomelin 1:03:56
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedSara Lomelin is a philanthropy disruptor and the founding CEO of Philanthropy Together, a global movement advancing collective giving. She’s the creator of the Latino Giving Circle Network, the largest network of Latinx philanthropists in the U.S., and a TED speaker recognized on Forbes’ 50 Over 50: Impact List. Sara is passionate about shifting power in philanthropy and proving that everyone can be a philanthropist.…
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1 Be Ready: A Conversation with Sharise Harrison 1:16:24
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedSharise Harrison is the Assistant Vice President of Advancement Services and Prospect Management at California State University-Sacramento. A leader in philanthropy and data equity, she’s spent over a decade redefining how nonprofits approach prospect research to reduce bias and build more inclusive fundraising practices. Sharise also serves as President-Elect of Apra.…
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1 "Who Can I Help Today?": A Conversation with Natalie Silverstein 1:05:16
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedNatalie Silverstein is an author, speaker, and podcast host whose work is all about inspiring kindness and service in families and teens. Natalie is the founder of the New York affiliate of Doing Good Together and the host of the award-winning podcast Simple Acts, Big Impact: Celebrating Teen Changemakers , where she highlights incredible stories of young people making a difference. She’s also the author of two nationally recognized books, Simple Acts: The Busy Family’s Guide to Giving Back and Simple Acts: The Busy Teen’s Guide to Making a Difference .…
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1 The Most Basic Cure for Everything: A Conversation with Heidi Johnson 50:51
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedHeidi Johnson is a nonprofit founder, storyteller, and the creator of Charity Matters, a platform and podcast highlighting everyday heroes who make the world better through service. After a personal tragedy in 2002, Heidi founded the Spiritual Care Guild at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, which became a national model for pediatric chaplaincy. Today, she inspires others by sharing stories of purpose, resilience, and the transformative power of giving. Heidi is also the author of Change for Good: The Transformative Power of Giving as the Ultimate Cure .…
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1 Don't Be Afraid to Change Your Mind: A Conversation with Payton McGriff, a 2024 Top Five CNN Hero 37:07
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedPayton McGriff is the founder and CEO of Style Her Empowered (SHE), a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering girls and women in Togo through education, employment, and innovation. Established in 2017 as a class project, SHE has grown into an international organization, providing over 1,500 girls with free uniforms, school fees, and resources, while employing 33 women across 21 rural communities. Recognized as one of the Top Five CNN Heroes of 2024, she is breaking barriers and changing lives, one uniform at a time.…
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1 The Kids Still Need Us: A Conversation with Rachel Rutter, a 2024 Top Five CNN Hero 36:16
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn this episode, we speak with Rachel Rutter, founder and executive director of Project Libertad, a nonprofit that supports unaccompanied immigrant youth with free legal representation, essential services, and newcomer programs. An immigration lawyer and passionate advocate, Rachel has been recognized as one of the Top Five CNN Heroes of 2024 for helping over 1,100 individuals navigate the legal system and rebuild their lives in the United States.…
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1 Reversing the Narrative: A Conversation with Yamilée Toussaint, a 2024 Top Five CNN Hero 40:50
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedYamilée Toussaint is the founder and CEO of STEM From Dance, a trailblazing nonprofit that inspires girls from underrepresented communities to pursue STEM careers by merging the creativity of dance with the power of technology. An MIT graduate and former Teach for America educator, Yamilee has been recognized as a thought leader in reimagining STEM education and as one of the Top Five CNN Heroes of 2024.…
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1 Moonshot: A Conversation with Bill Littlejohn 1:18:03
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedBill Littlejohn is a nationally recognized leader in healthcare philanthropy. As Senior Vice President and CEO of the Foundations of Sharp HealthCare, he has driven initiatives raising more than $300 million and spearheaded Sharp's $2 billion ENVISION campaign to transform healthcare in San Diego. A former AHP Chair and Si Seymour Award recipient, Bill has advised healthcare systems worldwide and is widely celebrated for his visionary leadership and impact. In this wide-ranging conversation, we explore his beginnings in the field, the work he and his colleagues have done over the years, the critical importance of continual innovation, and his personal commitment to philanthropy.…
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1 Unconditional Love: A Conversation with Stephen Knight, a 2024 Top Five CNN Hero 25:28
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedStephen Knight is one of the top five CNN Heroes of 2024 and the founder of Dogs Matter, a nonprofit organization that has provided foster care for over 1,200 pets belonging to individuals in substance abuse recovery. Inspired by his journey of overcoming addiction and the transformative bond with his rescue dog Jayde, Knight has created a program that saves animals from shelters and offers hope and support to their owners during critical times in recovery.…
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1 A Refuge in Music: A Conversation with Ron Davis Alvarez, a 2024 Top Five CNN Hero 32:26
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedRon Davis Alvarez is Founder of the Dream Orchestra in Gothenburg, Sweden and one of 2024's Top Five CNN Heroes. Since 2016, Ron has brought together refugees, immigrants, and locals, speaking in over 20 languages, to create music and build community. His work shows how people can rebuild lives and connect across cultures.…
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1 We Believe: A Conversation with Don Williams 59:46
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThe U.S. has one of the highest incarceration rates in the world with approximately 1.9 million people in federal and state prisons and local jails. 95% of those incarcerated today will be released but 70$ are likely to return to the system. However, for participants in Jumpstart, an innovative organization in South Carolina, the recidivism rate is just 4%. Today, we speak with Don Williams, one of Jumpstart's founders, about his journey from incarceration to freedom, the work they do to help others to rebuild their lives, and their plan to make this path available to others.…
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1 Superpowered: A Conversation with Devin Thorpe 46:26
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedDevin Thorpe is a best-selling author, new media journalist, and champion of social good. His show, Superpowers for Good, has featured over 1,200 influential guests and his articles and books, including "Crowdfunding For Social Good," have reached millions of readers around the world. In this episode, we discuss his journey from high finance to social impact, beginning with his conversation with Bill Gates about the importance of patience.…
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1 Becoming More, Not Less, Human: A Conversation with Allison Fine 56:56
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedAllison Fine is a successful entrepreneur, futurist, and author of several award-winning books, including Momentum, Matterness, The Networked Nonprofit, and The Smart Nonprofit. She founded and ran nonprofit organizations, led nonprofit boards, served in elective office, and recently ran for Congress. In this episode, we discuss her work in politics, philanthropy, civil society, technology, and leadership.…
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1 The Single Most Important Thing: A Conversation with Anthony Cernera 1:04:30
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedAnthony Cernera is dedicated to understanding how humans learn, grow, heal, and change. A three-time living organ donor, public speaker, consultant, researcher, and psychotherapist, Anthony has also led high-performing development teams for over sixteen years, managing campaigns from $25 million to $600 million. When not helping others, he volunteers in hospice care, instructs meditation, and competes as a skydiver, holding gold and silver medals in the USPA National Skydiving Championships. We spoke with Anthony on the eve of the latest phase of his epic journey.…
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1 A Dangerous Era: A Conversation with Paul Clolery 53:36
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn this episode, we speak with Paul Clolery, Vice President and Editorial Director of NPT Publishing Group and The Nonprofit Times, the leading publication for America's charitable sector. A lifelong journalist, Paul began his career on his high school and college papers, then worked at leading papers like the Fort Worth Star Telegram and later as an editor of publications including The Practical Accountant before taking the helm of The Nonprofit Times in 1994. Over the last three decades, he and his team have covered every conceivable story in the charitable sector. He has been recognized repeatedly for excellence in reporting, including an Associated Press Managing Editors Award and citations from the Society of Professional Journalists. We spoke with Paul about his journalistic journey, some of the most significant stories he has covered, and the challenges and opportunities that remain on the road ahead.…
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1 Of A Lifetime: A Conversation with Ken Phillips 48:44
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedKen Phillips was named Outstanding Fundraising Professional by the Association of Fundraising Professionals in 2024, the organization's highest honor. Since his career began in 1961, ken has served in leadership roles at the Institute for International Education, Save the Children, and Plan International, where he revolutionized marketing and donor outreach, dramatically increasing public awareness and revenues. He founded his consultancy, NGO Futures, in 1995 and has since provided hundreds of training courses in 35 countries and his books and articles on fundraising, leadership, and strategic planning have reached audiences around the world. We spoke with Ken in April at AFP ICON in Toronto.…
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1 Tinkerer: A Conversation with Ryan Zapolski 24:26
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn this episode, we speak with Ryan Zapolski, one of four individuals honored with the Outstanding Young Professional Award by the Association of Fundraising Professionals in 2024. Ryan serves as Senior Manager of Development at Smile Train, a nonprofit dedicated to comprehensive cleft care now celebrating its 25th anniversary. There, he oversees the mid-level giving and stewardship team and his expertise in donor research has led to numerous major gifts, including a million-dollar donation. We caught up with Ryan in Toronto at AFP ICON, the fundraising association's annual international gathering.…
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