Bästa Nonprofit Fundraising podcaster (2024)

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125: 5 Reasons Donation Plateaus Happen & How to Fix Them 25:12

2d ago25:12

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Send us a text In this episode I want to talk about plateaus – every organization, every business ever has experienced some flavor of a plateau. For a lot of nonprofits, it sounds a little bit like this: Your campaign started strong, donations were rolling in, you are feeling excited because you can just feel the buzz. But then, like clockwork, it …

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E72: Transforming Fundraising Through Authentic Donor Relationships with Lisa Greer 36:13

3d ago36:13

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Send Haley a suggestion or request via text HERE! Today’s guest, Lisa Greer, is someone that I have admired throughout my fundraising career. As a successful businesswoman who experienced a financial windfall, she set out to make six and seven-figure charitable donations. Lisa was shocked by the inefficiency and dysfunction she encountered within m…

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Special Invitation for Listeners: What's Your Most Valuable Lesson from 2024? 1:15

10d ago1:15

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Hello NPFX listeners! As nonprofit professionals, you've worked really hard this year. You faced challenges, achieved goals, and undoubtedly, you've gained valuable insights along the way. For our first episode of the new year, we'd like to hear what you've learned. Here's the question we'd like you to answer: What's the most valuable lesson you're…

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E71: The Power of Corporate Social Responsibility with Bea Boccalandro 44:41

9d ago44:41

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Send Haley a suggestion or request via text HERE! My guest on this episode of Lead with Heart is Bea Boccalandro - a world-renowned advisor on corporate purpose, corporate social responsibility, and environmental, social, and governance initiatives. She is also the author of Do Good At Work: How Simple Acts of Social Purpose Drive Success and Wellb…

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124: 3 Questions Every Donor Asks Before They Give 23:58

10d ago23:58

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Send us a text Today I’m sharing the the three questions every donor asks—whether they say them out loud or not—before they decide to give. Understanding these questions is a game-changer for creating campaigns, writing appeals, and connecting with donors. If you’ve ever felt stuck crafting the “perfect” ask or struggling to connect with your audie…

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E70: Creating Equal Opportunities in Tech with Ruthe Farmer, Founder of the Last Mile Education Fund 36:15

16d ago36:15

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Send Haley a suggestion or request via text HERE! On today’s episode, I’m talking to Ruthe Farmer - the visionary founder and CEO of the Last Mile Education Fund. Last Mile is a nonprofit that is committed to addressing social mobility and tech diversity by investing in overlooked and under-resourced talent. They take a disruptive approach to bridg…

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123: Grassroots Giving: Women & Collective Philanthropy with Catherine Curry-Williams & Dr. Theresa Ashby 47:42

17d ago47:42

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Send us a text Y'all, we have a trio on the podcast today. I'm so excited to welcome Dr. Theresa Ashby and Catherine Curry-Williams to the podcast. Cat is a dynamic speaker and bestselling author known for her raw, authentic, and caring approach while Dr. Ashby challenges the status quo through her high-energy, cutting-edge, and humorous presentati…

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E69: Leveraging Technology for Good with Christa Stelzmuller from Charity: Water 37:00

23d ago37:00

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Send Haley a suggestion or request via text HERE! On today’s episode, I have the incredible honor of speaking with Christa Stelzmuller, the chief technology officer of Charity: Water. Since its inception in 2006, Charity: Water has been on a relentless mission to end the global water crisis. Christa brings a wealth of experience to her role, consis…

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122: Go All In: How Improv Transformed My Fundraising Mindset 24:39

24d ago24:39

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Send us a text Today, I’m taking you behind the scenes of something new I’ve been doing—an improv class! I signed up on a whim, and it’s been such a game-changer for how I think about fundraising, storytelling, and even just showing up for donors. In this episode, I’m sharing what improv has taught me about committing fully—whether it’s to your ene…

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E68: Unlocking a New Perspective on Philanthropy and Financing with Alix Lebec 42:33

30d ago42:33

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Send Haley a suggestion or request via text HERE! On today’s episode, we’re talking all about philanthropy and financing with guest Alix Lebec - an entrepreneur, investor, and advisor who has spent the past two decades working across the finance and philanthropy ecosystem. Alix is the founder and CEO of Lebec - a woman-owned and led firm that speci…

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121: Win Giving Tuesday: 10 Ways to Create Record Breaking Campaigns 26:56

1M ago26:56

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Send us a text We're digging into Giving Tuesday today. Last year, Giving Tuesday had a record breaking year. It broke all the years passed, raising $3.1 billion in the US alone. That was a 15% revenue increase over the previous year. Beyond that, research shows that 24% of Giving Tuesday donors are actually first time donors to the organization. S…

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Leading through Layers: Communication Strategies to Align Your Team (with Beth Napleton, Christina Lear, and Amy Tamura) 36:45

1M ago36:45

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When communication within a nonprofit flows effectively — from leadership to management to staff, and vice versa — teams tend to work well together and the nonprofit thrives. However, when enough breakdowns in communication occur, a toxic work culture can quickly take root. In today's episode, we’ll explore the unique challenges nonprofits face in …

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E67: Incorporating AI in Nonprofit Strategic Planning with Michael Burns 34:26

1M ago34:26

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Send Haley a suggestion or request via text HERE! We have an exciting guest on today’s episode - Michael Burns, the co-founder of StratSimple. StratSimple is a groundbreaking tech startup that leverages artificial intelligence to automate best practices for strategic planning and beyond. I am so excited for Mike to share his insights on how your or…

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120: Building a Thriving Monthly Giving Program (and Donor Base) with Dana Snyder 36:03

1M ago36:03

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Send us a text Today, I'm so excited to introduce Dana Snyder, the author of The Monthly Giving Mastermind! Dana is all about helping nonprofits create steady, reliable support through monthly giving. She has a gift for turning one-time donations into ongoing support that organizations can truly depend on. She shares practical tips for starting and…

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E66: Using Emotional Intelligence to Become a Better Leader with Dr. Reggie Thomas 35:41

1M ago35:41

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Send Haley a suggestion or request via text HERE! On this episode of the Lead with Heart podcast, I have the distinct pleasure of speaking with Dr. Reggie Thomas - a relationship guru, who passionately helps leaders cultivate healthy relationships in both their professional and personal lives. With a doctorate in organization development, Reggie ha…

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119: Increasing Your Monthly Donors with Recurring Giving Expert, Erica Wassdorp 37:59

1M ago37:59

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Send us a text I am thrilled to speak with Erica Wassdorp, a monthly giving expert with over 41 years of experience, today. Monthly giving is on the rise and we’re sharing how to start or grow yours. And the best news from Erica? Your long-term success is more about investing time than money. She highlights the importance of shifting mindsets to se…

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Asking Rights... Required for Success 19:02

2M ago19:02

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In this episode of 'The Difference', join host Jay Werth, and guest, Tom Ralser, Convergent Nonprofit Solutions' Principal and Director of Asking Rights. Tom Ralser has a three-decade career in fundraising. He’s consulted with and added value to numerous nonprofit organizations, and pioneered applying return on investment principles to nonprofit fu…

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E65: Empowering Youth Through Sports with CJ Stewart from the L.E.A.D. Center for Youth 45:15

2M ago45:15

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Send Haley a suggestion or request via text HERE! On this episode of Lead with Heart, I have the honor of speaking with CJ Stewart, a former Chicago Cubs outfielder and the visionary co-founder of the L.E.A.D. Center for Youth in Atlanta. Through the transformative power of baseball and tennis, the L.E.A.D. Center for Youth is empowering at-risk yo…

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118: Recurring Giving Trends: Unlocking Sustainable Revenue for Nonprofits with Abby Jarvis 47:38

2M ago47:38

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Send us a text Abby Jarvis, Head of Content at Neon One, is sharing the latest data on recurring giving—a sector that has seen significant growth over the past five years. What makes Abby's insights invaluable is her ability to break down complex data into actionable steps that won’t overwhelm you. Find out proven strategies for promoting and susta…

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The Power of Community & Compassion Amidst Disaster Response & Relief 18:02

2M ago18:02

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Tune in to hear Jay Werth's latest conversation on 'The Difference' podcast with Convergent's Project Director, Andy Brubaker. Brubaker just finished an incredible two-week volunteer deployment with the American Red Cross in Georgia, where he supported disaster response and relief efforts. He describes what it was like to help Georgia’s communities…

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E64: Unlocking the Potential of Nonprofit Consulting with Julia Devine 47:40

2M ago47:40

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Send Haley a suggestion or request via text HERE! I have a special episode lined up for you today with guest, Julia Devine, who co-founded Relatable Nonprofit with her business partner Catalina Parker. These two trailblazers left their six figure nonprofit jobs in their mid-twenties to start their own consulting agency. And over the past two years,…

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117: The Growing Power of Influencer Marketing in Nonprofits: Get in Before You’re Left Behind 21:33

2M ago21:33

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Send us a text Find out how your nonprofit can secure funding for the next decade! In this episode, I’m diving into the unstoppable rise of influencer marketing for nonprofits and why getting in on it now is critical—before you’re left behind. My clients in The Purpose & Profit Club™ are seeing huge wins by leveraging influencer marketing and growi…

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How to Engage Millennial and Gen Z Donors: Make Them Partners in Progress (with Derrick Feldmann) 37:30

2M ago37:30

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As giving from Boomers and Gen X decreases, Millennials and Gen Z are becoming more and more important to the long-term health of nonprofits. Yet many fundraisers struggle to connect with these young donors. In today's episode, we explore what it takes to engage the younger generations, and how you can make your nonprofit's mission resonate with do…

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E63: Leveraging Corporate Partnerships for Nonprofit Growth with Carol Cone 46:37

2M ago46:37

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Send Haley a suggestion or request via text HERE! I am honored to have Carol Cone on the podcast today. She is a visionary who saw the immense potential in linking business and social issues way back in the early eighties. Carol spearheaded the walking movement for the Rockport shoe company, transforming it into a household name and growing the bus…

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116: Purpose First: Amplifying Your Impact for More Income with Floyd Jones 51:29

2M ago51:29

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Send us a text Speaker, coach, and community builder, Floyd Jones, is with us today! As the Founder of BackBlack, a platform that has raised over one million dollars for Black-led nonprofits. Floyd is incredibly energizing and in this episode, he will challenge you to think bigger and believe more in the power of your organization, no matter how sm…

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Mastering Planned Giving for Nonprofit Sustainability 16:15

2M ago16:15

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Mike Goorhouse, Founder of Inspiring Impact, explains how planned giving can be transformational for nonprofits. Speaker Bio Mike Goorhouse is Founder and Lead Consultant at Inspiring Impact, LLC, a firm dedicated to helping nonprofit and philanthropic organizations effectively inspire change in their community. He has spent his entire career in ph…

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E62: Turning Personal Loss Into Community Impact with Susan Combs from Pancakes for Roger 34:06

2M ago34:06

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Send Haley a suggestion or request via text HERE! Today’s guest is Susan Combs - the founder of the nonprofit organization Pancakes for Roger. Her journey began with a heartfelt tribute to her father, Major General Roger Combs, a Vietnam War veteran who battled throat cancer due to Agent Orange exposure. From a simple wish for pancakes to a nationw…

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115: Courageous Conversations and Inclusive Leadership with Jenn Graham [The Investor Mindset Series] 45:57

2M ago45:57

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Send us a text I’m excited to have Jenn Graham, founder and CEO of Inclusivv, on this final episode of the Investor Mindset Series. Inclusivv creates spaces for courageous conversations around inclusion and civility, and Jenn’s passion for building community shines through. Find out about her unique approach to networking—making real, meaningful co…

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Responsive Fundraising: Building Investor/Donor Trust and Loyalty Through Personal, Custom Engagement 17:37

3M ago17:37

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In this episode of 'The Difference', Convergent's Jay Werth is joined by Gabe Cooper, Founder and CEO of Virtuous, a Responsive Nonprofit CRM & Marketing Platform. Cooper and Werth discuss the importance of listening and connecting to your donors, and how fundraising automation technology can give your organization valuable insight. Guest Bio Gabe …

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E61: Fundraising Lessons from a Nonprofit Veteran with Dr. Rob Harter 43:00

3M ago43:00

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Send Haley a suggestion or request via text HERE! Today’s guest is Dr. Rob Harter - a nonprofit executive professional with over 29 years of experience leading and building nonprofit organizations, fundraising, leveraging resources, and managing organizational growth. He has a lot of advice to share on fundraising trends, what makes a fundraiser su…

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114: Finding the Right Yeses: Kendra Koch on Rejection, Persistence, and Building a Neurodivergent Community [The Investor Mindset Series] 38:59

3M ago38:59

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Send us a text I’m thrilled to welcome Kendra Koch, founder of Divergently, to our Investor Mindset series. Divergently supports late-diagnosed neurodivergent women, offering resources and community. Kendra shares key insights from her Silicon Valley startup experience on building strong relationships with funders, the power of transparency in stor…

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E60: From Survival Mode to Empowered Leadership with Kathy Archer 41:53

3M ago41:53

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Send Haley a suggestion or request via text HERE! Welcome back to the Lead with Heart podcast. I am very excited to have Kathy Archer as my guest today. Kathy is a leadership development coach and an expert in women's leadership and personal development. Kathy has dedicated her career to helping women discover their true leadership potential by mas…

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113: VC Secrets: How Women Can Fundraise with Confidence with Naseem Sayani [The Investor Mindset Series] 34:06

3M ago34:06

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Send us a text Today’s episode kicks off a game-changing series where we take a page from the Venture Capital playbook. We’ll explore how to position your fundraising pitches as strategic investments, moving beyond transactional donations. Learn how to frame your ask like an opportunity funders won’t want to miss, positioning them as essential part…

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Leveraging AI as Your Nonprofit Thought Partner (with Shereese Floyd) 39:41

3M ago39:41

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AI tools have rapidly evolved beyond their initial applications in content creation and data analysis. While some nonprofits are leveraging this growing technology, others raise valid concerns about privacy, bias, and data security. In today’s episode, we’ll examine the potential of AI as a strategic partner for nonprofit leaders and fundraisers. W…

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E59: Scaling Compassion with Echo VanderWal, Founder of The Luke Commission 34:16

3M ago34:16

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Send Haley a suggestion or request via text HERE! I am very excited and honored to have Echo VanderWal as today’s guest on the Lead with Heart podcast. Echo is the founder of The Luke Commission (also known as TLC) and has led TLC to scale compassion in a way many deemed impossible. TLC’s mission is to provide free, compassionate, and comprehensive…

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112: Beyond Formality: How Breaking the Fourth Wall Can Revolutionize Your Donor Relationships 27:40

3M ago27:40

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Send us a text Did you catch last week’s episode on ditching formality? I'm so excited to dive a little deeper into the concept today with the idea of breaking the fourth wall and why it's so crucial, especially as we approach the critical year-end fundraising season. Breaking the fourth wall is all about ditching the formality and inviting your au…

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E58: Incorporating Mindfulness at Your Nonprofit with Megan Whitney 51:45

3M ago51:45

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Send Haley a suggestion or request via text HERE! 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 experi…

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111: Driving Donor Action: Navigating 3 Phases of Campaign Growth 38:33

3M ago38:33

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Send us a text Today on the podcast, you're going to hear a recording of a webinar I knew I needed to share with you. I'm sharing the three phases of campaign success – pre-game, launch, and taking your victory lap – but most organizations skip to phase 2, stay in phase 2, and never make it to phase 3. So as you prepare for the busiest time fundrai…

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E57: Using Scientific Data-Driven Decision Making in Your Nonprofit with Sheela Mahajan 37:45

4M ago37:45

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Send Haley a suggestion or request via text HERE! 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 …

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110: Shedding Formality with Donors to Fuel Funding and Engagement 28:31

4M ago28:31

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Send us a text Formality is keeping your funding stuck and your superfans from finding you. Many nonprofits come to me with growth goals, but their efforts feel stale and engagement is low. The problem? Safe, formulaic approaches. Formality creates a barrier, making your stories and fundraisers fall flat. You’re stuck in the Zone of Indifference. I…

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How the Auto Industry is a Metaphor for Declined Giving 8:45

4M ago8:45

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Join Convergent Nonprofit Solutions' Jay Werth and Tom Ralser, as they discuss key takeaways from The Giving Institute's Giving USA: The Annual Report on Philanthropy in the latest episode of 'The Difference'. Convergent Nonprofit Solutions offers fundraising services to nonprofits throughout the country that are looking to increase their funding a…

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Flipping the Script: Using Narrative Strategy to Improve Messaging and Prevent Donor Attrition (with Josh Gryniewicz) 45:12

4M ago45:12

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Engaging people as loyal donors and advocates for change is the heart of our job as fundraisers. However, the conventional messaging formula of problem -> solution -> ask is turning off some supporters, especially the younger generations. In this episode, we explore a fresh approach called Narrative Strategy that will help you deliver the right mes…

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E56: Connecting with Your Nonprofit Supporters with Jane Pfeiffer 32:19

4M ago32:19

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Send Haley a suggestion or request via text HERE! 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 feel…

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109: Adapting Crowdfunding Strategies for Nonprofit Growth—Insights from GoFundMe's Success 35:51

4M ago35:51

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Send us a text Welcome to today’s episode with Michelle Boggs. As an executive nonprofit industry advisor, Michelle has her finger on the pulse of what’s working—and what’s not—in our sector. I’m thrilled to have her on the show to share how she’s integrated these insights into her impactful work with GoFundMe and Classy. In the episode, you’ll lea…

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E55: Incorporating Behavioural Science into Fundraising Strategies with Howard Levy 35:02

4M ago35:02

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Send Haley a suggestion or request via text HERE! 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, sop…

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108: Mindset vs. Ability: Where to Put Your Focus for Success 28:07

4M ago28:07

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Send us a text Is mindset more important than natural ability for achieving success? This idea is what I’m chatting about in today’s episode of The Purpose & Profit Club™ Podcast using examples from the Olympics and Neflix’s SPRINT documentary – specifically Noah Lyles’ belief in his inevitable success. Even more, I argue that mindset, rather than …

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E54: Empowering Female Leaders with Jenny Mitchell 44:00

4M ago44:00

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Send Haley a suggestion or request via text HERE! 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, Embra…

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107: Peer-to-Peer Fundraising: Your Path to Winning Big feat. The Kyle Pease Foundation 40:13

4M ago40:13

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Send us a text The Kyle Pease Foundation has been on my radar for a very long time as a Georgia native and as someone who notices when a nonprofit is just doing it right. Because of this, I’m so excited to have Zach Watson, the Operations Manager at the Kyle Pease Foundation with me today on the podcast. The purpose of the Kyle Pease Foundation (KP…

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How to Attract and Retain Fundraising Talent: Discussing AFP’s 2024 Compensation & Benefits Survey Report (with Colton Strawser and Julie Trimarchi) 51:37

5M ago51:37

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The percentage of individuals giving to nonprofits has reached its lowest point in 40 years. As a result, more and more nonprofits are depending on big gifts. That’s why it’s vital to attract and retain the fundraisers who can cultivate strong relationships with your most generous donors. In today's episode, we examine the latest findings from AFP'…

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E53: Setting Up Your Nonprofit’s Finances For Success with Stephanie Skryzowski 36:37

5M ago36:37

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Send Haley a suggestion or request via text HERE! 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 …

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