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Breaking Down Silos: Why the Future of Fundraising is Human-Centered
Episode 115
Feeling stuck between fundraising approaches? Break down the silos!
I’ve seen the fundraising divide firsthand—and I believe there’s a better way. I c…
1 year ago
Becoming Ken: What Fundraisers Can Learn about Dignity, Trust, and Self-Worth
Episode 114
Your self-worth ≠ your last “no”
That’s what Ken Miller told me during a conversation that left me rethinking how we lead, fundraise, and show up for…
1 year ago
How to Build Trust and Stand Firm in Fundraising
Episode 113
Why do we still treat donors like royalty and our teams like afterthoughts?
After years in fundraising, I’ve seen how trust, power dynamics, and deep …
1 year ago
Bridging the Gap: Blending Donor and Community-Centered Fundraising
Episode 112
Burned out by fundraising debates?
I know how exhausting it feels when donor-centered vs. community-centered fundraising pulls us apart—while donor fa…
1 year ago
From Overwhelm to Opportunity: AI and the Modern Fundraiser
Episode 111
Curiosity beats fear—every single time.
Ever felt like AI is just spinning faster than you can keep up? I’ve been there—overwhelmed by “the next big t…
1 year ago
Honoring Voices: Building an Ethical Storytelling Culture in Nonprofits
Episode 110
We don't need more “poverty porn” in our fundraising.
I used to think telling hard stories was the only way to move donors—but I was wrong. If you’ve …
1 year, 1 month ago
Digital Heartbeats: Engaging Major Donors in a Virtual World
Episode 109
Are your donor relationships thriving—or just surviving?
Most nonprofits rely on mass emails and generic updates—then wonder why major donors disappea…
1 year, 1 month ago
Embracing the Subscription Model in Nonprofit Giving
Episode 108
Donor counts are dropping—even as giving hits record highs.
This isn’t just a headline. It’s the reality I unpacked with Dave Raley on The Intentional…
1 year, 1 month ago
Drawing a Line Between Fundraiser and Donor
Episode 107
Ever felt like your donor relationships are turning into guilt trips?
After nearly 30 years in major gifts, I’ve seen how easy it is for the line betw…
1 year, 1 month ago
Bold Fundraising During Tumultuous Times
Episode 106
Donor hesitation is NOT your cue to retreat.
I’ve seen firsthand how economic storms can freeze even the boldest fundraisers—but I’ve also watched org…
1 year, 2 months ago