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The Nonprofit PodcastEp 203| The Uncomfortable Reality of Sustainable Fundraising Nobody MentionsSend us Fan MailThe reality of sustainable fundraising nobody tells you? It starts with you.Not your strategy. Not your donor pipeline. Not your appeal calendar. You.Most fundraising conversations right now are about doing more with less. This one is different. Because the best fundraisers know the work starts with knowing themselves, what they bring, and how to protect it.In this episode, Britt Stockert gets honest about what this work actually costs - and what...
2026-04-0911 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEp 201| Membership vs. Monthly Giving: Which Actually Builds Loyalty?Send us Fan MailYou’ve done the hard part. People are giving. They care. They’re showing up. So what’s next?Most nonprofits get to this point… and stop. Supporters stay consistent. But the relationship doesn’t go any further.This episode is about that gap, and how membership programs are designed to close it.There’s a clear progression in fundraising.From first gift…to consistent support…to something deeper.But that last step doesn’t happen on its own.In this episo...
2026-03-2613 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEp199| The Lifetime Value Mindset for FundraisersSend us Fan MailMost nonprofits track gift size. The best fundraisers track lifetime value.Join Cara as she unpacks the lifetime value mindset and why recurring donors often become some of the most valuable supporters a nonprofit has. While major gifts create big moments, monthly donors quietly build the steady support that sustains a mission over time.What you'll learn in this episode:Why your quietest donors may be your most valuableHow a lifetime value mindset changes how fundraisers evaluate donor impactEffective but simple ways to engage and retain r...
2026-03-1210 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEp 197| 3 Reasons Nonprofits are Missing out on Donations in 2026Send us Fan MailIs your nonprofit overlooking the quiet infrastructure gaps costing you donations?When fundraising feels tighter, it’s rarely because generosity disappeared. Donors are still giving. They’re just more careful. And that means small friction carries more weight than it used to.A slow checkout.Recurring giving that’s technically available but not clearly positioned.Event energy that fades before someone can act.None of it feels dramatic. But over time, it adds up.In this episode, Jena Lynch and Britt Stocke...
2026-02-2613 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEp 195| How to Build Donor Retention Between CampaignsSend us Fan MailEmail is where most supporters experience your organization over time – not just during campaigns, but in the quieter moments in between.Jena Lynch sits down with our on-the-ground fundraising expert, Cara Augspurger, CFRE, to talk about what’s really happening in those in-between spaces. Because the emails you send every day? They’re shaping donor relationships long before the next ask ever lands.They dig into what happens when email becomes something you send just to tick the box, how reacti...
2026-02-1224 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEp 193| The Hidden Cost of Silence: Psychological Safety in NonprofitsSend us Fan MailMost teams learn pretty quickly what happens when they give feedback and adjust accordingly. When people feel safer being honest anywhere except work, trust isn’t the issue...safety is.Britt Stockert chats with Tasha Van Vlack, founder of The Nonprofit Hive, about psychological safety in nonprofit teams...and why silence often shows up long before burnout or turnover.Together, they unpack what psychological safety really looks like in day-to-day nonprofit work: the ability to spe...
2026-01-2919 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEp 192| Donor-Advised Funds: What Fundraisers Need to Know NowSend us Fan MailDAFs don’t delay generosity - they reveal giving friction.Donor-advised funds are shaping how people give, but many nonprofits aren’t quite ready for it.In this episode, Cara Augspurger shares what she’s seeing firsthand as a frontline fundraiser, including why DAF donors are often some of the most prepared, responsive, and relationship-driven supporters - when nonprofits make it easy to say yes.You’ll hear:What fundraisers often misunderstand about DAF donorsWhy DAF giving doesn’t slow generosity - friction doesSimple ways to be...
2026-01-2217 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEp 191| The One Question That Keeps Fundraising Strategic in 2026Send us Fan MailJanuary is framed as a reset in many fields. Nonprofits know it isn’t. Budgets are set, programs are already moving, and fundraising goals don’t wait for the calendar. Strategy doesn’t usually break in the planning – it frays later, in the small decisions that stretch capacity and make sustainability harder.In this energy-sustaining focused episode, fundraiser coach Britt Stockert shares one grounding question fundraisers can use as a gut-check for strategy, capacity, and energy – especially when everything feels urgent.In this episode, you’ll hear:W...
2026-01-1508 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEp 190| 2026 Fundraising Trends: What Leaders Are Quietly Changing to Build StabilitySend us Fan MailHappy New Year! We’re kicking off 2026 with a conversation many nonprofit leaders are already having behind the scenes: What’s actually changing in fundraising…and what’s just noise?Every year, nonprofits get told to prepare for the next big trend. But the shifts shaping 2026 aren’t about shiny tools or louder campaigns. They’re quieter…and far more structural. Leaders are rethinking how fundraising holds up over time, not just how it performs in the next campaign.Join us as Jena Lync...
2026-01-0824 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEp 187| December Fundraising Essentials You NEED For Year-End SuccessSend us Fan MailDecember is where your year-end campaign is won or lost - and today, we’re making sure you stay steady, strategic, and connected all the way through December 31.Jena and Cara Augspurger walk through the two actions that shape your final numbers: follow-through and follow-up.Get ready for pro-tips covering:Stay consistent with your December communication rhythmWhy tight messaging keeps donors engaged (especially this month)How to steward donors well with thoughtful, timely follow-upWhy a January touchpoint strengthens trust and sets up the new ye...
2025-12-0418 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEp 185 | Last-Minute Giving Tuesday Success TipsSend us Fan MailGiving Tuesday Is Days Away - Here’s Your Game PlanGiving Tuesday is almost here…and yes, you still have time to show up with clarity, confidence, and zero panic.In this episode, Cara Augspurger walks you through the final steps that make the biggest difference – the practical moves, the strategic choices, and the calm mindset that help your nonprofit show up and shine in one of the biggest giving moments of the year.You’ll discover...
2025-11-2011 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEp 184| Elevate Your Fundraising Success with These 3 AI Prompts!Send us Fan MailWriter’s block for Christmas? You’re not alone. Try these Giving Season AI writing prompts that actually workIn this short, informative easy listen, Britt Stockert shares how AI can be the creative writing partner you didn’t know you needed this Giving Season.She walks through how to use AI prompts to beat the blank page, keep your tone real, and save time on those endless donor messages.What’s inside:Why, and how, AI can be your creative sidekick...
2025-11-1311 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEp 181| 5 Simple Steps to Ease Donor Meeting StressSend us Fan MailFreezing Before Donor Meetings? Let’s Fix That.Why do donor meetings feel so stressful - especially at year-end? Brittan breaks down the real reason so many fundraisers dread sitting down with donors, and why it's not about your fundraising skills.You’ll learn how cultural money stories shape your confidence, how to reframe the fear, and how to lead donor meetings that are grounded in curiosity, connection, and trust - not pressure or perfection.Takeaways include:Why fundraising isn’t about “the ask”H...
2025-10-2319 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEp 180| Your Year-End Edge: Direct Mail Fundraising That DeliversSend us Fan MailSome tools evolve. Others endure. Direct mail does both.Cara Augspurger sits down with Joe Leach, CEO of AppealMaker, to unpack how technology is reshaping one of fundraising’s most trusted tools - direct mail.They dig deep into how automation, follow-up strategies, and smart timing can turn traditional mail into a high-performing element of your year-end fundraising strategy. Plus, Joe shares how smaller nonprofits can use...
2025-10-1618 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEp 179| 4 Must-Know Tips for Stronger Year-End AppealsSend us Fan MailYear-end appeals are your nonprofit’s biggest fundraising moment - and you only get one shot.Fundraising coach Britt Stockert shares 4 smart ways to help your appeal break through the noise and connect where it counts.Discover:A better way to segment your donorsThe story shift that grabs attention fastWhat donors actually want to hearHow to make your ask land with confidenceListen in - build an appeal that works and write your strongest year-end message yet.🗓 Want Britt to revie...
2025-10-0917 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEp 178| The 3 Don’ts of October Fundraising (Year-End Roadmap)Send us Fan MailSkip the scramble. These 3 October fundraising don’ts turn stress into strategy.October is where the pressure builds, and where many nonprofits either set themselves up for success or stumble into a December scramble.In this episode of The Nonprofit Podcast, host Jena Lynch and co-host Cara Augspurger walk through practical planning tips to stop you from tripping over the 3 Don’ts of October Fundraising:Don’t keep it all in your headDon’t surprise...
2025-10-0220 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEp 175| 3 Simple Strategies to Grow Donor RelationshipsSend us Fan MailTiny Touches, Big Impact: Micro-Moments That Drive Donor LoyaltyThis week, Donorbox Fundraising Coach Britt Stockert shares why “be the most human voice in the inbox” should be your year-end fundraising motto.Britt unpacks the power of micro-touches - short, emotionally resonant messages that build donor trust and keep your cause top-of-mind. Learn how to craft audio check-ins, handwritten notes, and story-driven updates that spark engagement and deepen relationships.“Fundraising isn’t about being louder. It’s about bein...
2025-09-1117 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEp 173| 3 Donation Form Hacks To Get More DonationsSend us Fan MailTurn your donation form into a silent fundraising powerhouse this Giving Season.This Giving Season, lighten your load and let your donation form work harder for you. Britt Stockert, Fundraising Coach at Donorbox, shares insights from her monthly coaching recap on how small changes can significantly impact donor relationships and year-end fundraising success.Discover:The biggest misconception about donation forms - and why many are holding you back.Three burnout-proof tweaks that quietly turn one-time donors into loyal supporters.Simple...
2025-08-2814 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEp 171| The Big Beautiful Bill: Key Tax Changes for NonprofitsSend us Fan Mail🚨 New tax rules are reshaping charitable giving - here’s what your nonprofit needs to know.The “One Big Beautiful Bill” is now law, changing the tax implications for donors giving to your cause.In this episode, Britt Stockert and Lindsey Bower break down the key changes and what nonprofits need to know. We cover the new standard and itemized deductions, corporate giving floors, and university endowment taxes. Most importantly, we highlight where the opportunities lie and how clear, mission-d...
2025-08-1412 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEp 170| When Giving Slows: 4 Leadership Strategies for NonprofitsSend us Fan MailWhat do you do when the numbers don't look good?In this episode, Cara Augspurger shares her experience leading through fundraising slowdowns. She opens up about how to handle those tough moments when donations dip and the pressure rises. Cara offers strategies to recognize the early signs of a slowdown, stay calm, and focus on what really matters. Discover how to:Recognize fundraising challenges before they turn into crisesSet the tone with your team and donors when giving slowsFocus on what matters when everything fe...
2025-08-0708 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEp 169| Practical strategies for one-person nonprofit leadershipSend us Fan MailLeading a nonprofit alone can feel impossible, but with the right mindset, systems, and support, you can move the needle on your mission.In this episode of The Nonprofit Podcast, Jena Lynch talks with returning host Cara Augspurger about what it really takes to thrive as a solo Executive Director while wearing all the hats.Cara shares candid lessons on protecting your time, leading with intention, and asking for help, even when it feels easier to just “do it all yo...
2025-07-3123 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEp 167| 3 No-ask donor tactics to fuel Fall fundraisingSend us Fan Mail Unlock ‘no-ask’ fall fundraising ideas that get your donors excited long before the leaves change. In this episode of The Nonprofit Podcast, fundraising coach Britt Stockert shows you why July is your secret window for building “quiet momentum” and shares three no-ask tactics to deepen relationships, spark engagement, and position your organization for a powerhouse fall season.You’ll discover how to:Create simple video notes to unlock new levels of donor loyalty.Host low-pressure community events that drive authentic con...
2025-07-1712 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEp 166| 4 Power Moves to Safeguard Your Nonprofit’s FundingSend us Fan Mail4 Power Moves to Navigate Funding Cuts & Build Nonprofit ResilienceFeeling the squeeze of budget cuts and extra funding scrutiny? We've got you! In today's episode, Jena Lynch and Britton Stockert unlock four underused power moves to help you:Reframe your story for maximum impactUnlock fresh revenue streamsAdvocate strategically with a nonpartisan focusCement compliance as a growth driverReady to future-proof your nonprofit? Hit play and get the e...
2025-07-1018 min
The Nonprofit PodcastBeyond Donations: Why strategic fundraising plans matter (Summer Repeat)Send us Fan MailStrategic fundraising that anchors usFundraising looks different in 2025, but smart strategy remains essential. This insightful (and practical) replay from June 2024 delivers evergreen tips and tools to help your nonprofit stay focused and thrive in a shifting landscape.Unlock the power of strategic fundraising to transform your nonprofit’s mission! Say goodbye to guesswork and hello to educated decisions that drive results. Discover how to keep your primary goal focused and elevate your fundraising game as Cara unpacks the strategic benefits of a w...
2025-06-0523 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEp 145| Top 5 Tactics to Retain New Year-end DonorsSend us Fan MailYear-End Donor Retention: The Crucial First 30 DaysDid you know 80% of first-time donors don’t return the following year? This is especially true for year-end donors, where the first 30 days after their gift can make or break their decision to stay engaged. In this episode of The Nonprofit Podcast, Britt Stockert and fundraising expert Katherine Lacefield discuss how nonprofits can turn one-time donors into lifelong supporters through practical, actionable strategies.Top Highlights:✅ Build Trust Through Personalization: Simp...
2024-12-1918 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEp 141| Nonprofit Burnout: Strategies for a Better Work CultureSend us Fan MailNonprofit burnout isn’t just stress—it’s a threat to your mission! But, it doesn’t have to define your work. In this episode, Britt Stockert gets honest about the emotional weight of nonprofit work and reveals actionable strategies to build resilience and a supportive workplace culture—together.✨ What you’ll learn:How to recognize burnout as a shared challenge, not an individual failure.Practical tools for creating a work culture rooted in collective care.The power of structured, int...
2024-11-2115 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEp 124| 3 Financial Foundations for Success: Reporting, Accounting, BudgetingSend us Fan MailStruggling with nonprofit finances? Brittan and Germeen Guillaume, CEO of Visionary Accounting Group, discuss how to achieve financial transparency and build donor trust. Germeen shares actionable steps to best practices in 3 foundational areas, with Pro-Tips to maximize impact:Cloud Accounting: Migrate to streamline processes and improve financial management.Monthly Close: Implement timely processes to stay on top of finances.Financial Reviews: Conduct regular reviews with the board for accuracy and oversight.And explores the benefits of:
2024-07-2523 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEp 122| 5 Tips to Optimize Your Team CommunicationSend us Fan Mail⛓️Creating a Connected Team: Effective Communication and Collaboration in Nonprofits 🤝Trust and transparency are the foundation of a healthy team environment, and the result of strategic nonprofit management. Join Cara and Adam Morgan, Managing Partner of MVP Advisors, to discover how open communication can lead to successful project outcomes and keep your nonprofit aligned with its mission. ✨ Adam and Cara interrogate how to:Create trust and transparency: Essential for a healthy team environment.Promote op...
2024-07-1118 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEp 118| Beyond Donations: Why Strategic Fundraising Plans MatterSend us Fan MailUnlock the power of strategic fundraising to transform your nonprofit’s mission! Say goodbye to guesswork and hello to educated decisions that drive results. Discover how to keep your primary goal focused and elevate your fundraising game as Cara unpacks the strategic benefits of a well-crafted fundraising strategy with John DeLange and Evan Cox, founders of The Strategic Fundraising Plan. Get ready to unlock growth as they share their expertise on:Clear messaging, insightful data, and thoughtful planning can transform your efforts. Making suppor...
2024-06-1323 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEp. 115 The Nonprofit's Guide to Corporate Fundraising & Giving ProgramsSend us Fan MailUnlock Nonprofit Success: The Power of Corporate Giving ProgramsDiscover how to leverage corporate fundraising to secure your nonprofit’s financial stability and growth. Join Cara as she dives into the world of corporate giving programs and reveals the immense value they bring to nonprofits. 🌟In this episode, you'll learn strategies and tactics to:Boost Financial Stability: Why corporate giving is essential for your nonprofit.Comprehensive Support: How partnerships bring funds, donations, volunteers, and exposure.Corporate Benef...
2024-05-2309 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEp 113| The Power of Multi-Channel Fundraising AppealsSend us Fan MailReady to boost donor engagement on your next major appeal? Join Cara as she explores tactics to amplify the awareness and impact of your nonprofit through crafting multi-channel fundraising appeals. Discover key strategies for crafting appeals that reach and resonate across multiple platforms, from direct mail to social media that will optimize your outreach.Learn more about:The essential components of a powerful fundraising appeal.How to effectively utilize multi-channel strategies to enhance donor engagement.
2024-05-0913 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEp 111| Perfecting Your Nonprofit Elevator Pitch!Send us Fan MailCan you sell your nonprofit’s mission in 5 minutes? Get ready to make a memorable first impression and maximize every funding opportunity. Join Brittan and Cara to ensure you are ‘Elevator Pitch Perfect’ for funders, and always prepared to create authentic connections with potential supporters. Unlock the secrets to Elevator Pitch Creation with tips to share your:Passion for the Mission: Dive deep into why the cause matters to you.Personal Touch: Share your unique experiences to captivate your audie...
2024-04-2512 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEp 103: From Theory to Action: Mastering Experiential FundraisingSend us Fan MailElevate Donor Retention with Experiential FundraisingReady to dive deep into experiential fundraising and its potential for redefining donor engagement and retention? Join Jena and Donorbox Fundraising Strategist, Brittan Stockert, to unpack the transformative power of creating memorable donor experiences. We explore the growing shift from traditional to experiential fundraising, understanding the changing donor landscape, and why making fundraising interesting is more crucial than ever. Learn how experiential fundraising builds authentic connections, transcends transactional interactions, and crafts experiences t...
2024-02-2920 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEp 95: Self-Care Tips for Nonprofit LeadersSend us Fan MailNonprofit burnout!! 😩 Feeling the burn after a whirlwind Giving Season? You're not alone! Burnout is a common problem for nonprofit leaders and workers, especially at the end of the year. But you can beat it with some simple and effective steps. In this episode of The Nonprofit Podcast, Cara will show you how to recognize the signs of burnout, take charge of your well-being, and learn practical strategies to cope and thrive.Plus, The Nonprofit Blog has an ex...
2023-12-2805 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEp 94: Donation Thank You Letters: A Guide to Authentic AppreciationSend us Fan MailNonprofit Thank You Letters For Donations Are Important!Knowing your loyal donors are there to support your mission can take a lot of pressure off making a meaningful impact by meeting your fundraising goals. But, you have to acknowledge your donors with sincere gratitude, and what better way than a well-crafted, personalized letter? A thank-you letter shows how your donor’s gift directly serves your mission and makes a difference in the lives of the people or causes you...
2023-12-2110 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEp. 93: Keep Your Year-End Donors and Grow Your Cause in 2024Send us Fan MailYear-end giving brings a surge in support for many nonprofits, but the real game-changer lies in strategically retaining these hard-won donors.Join Cara and Jena for easily implemented pro tips on seamlessly transitioning first-time, seasonal donors into steadfast supporters for your cause. From making them feel seen and heard - and appreciated - to educating them on your cause, impact, and future goals, we’ve excellent strategies to keep them engaged as you scale your organization in 2024.In add...
2023-12-1413 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEp 92: Simplify & Engage: Top Tips for Annual Nonprofit Reporting with Chad BargerSend us Fan MailDreading getting down to writing that Nonprofit Annual Report? Not sure how to get your donors engaged? Struggling to share your nonprofit organization’s impact? Today Cara’s guest, Chad Barger, founder of Productive Fundraising, has answers that will help you achieve all of those tasks with less stress, and, in one powerful process!Chad is passionate about the untapped potential of nonprofit annual reports, recognizing they are potent tools to inspire and retain suppor...
2023-12-0713 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEp 91: 6 Year-End Fundraising Tips for the ProcrastinatorSend us Fan MailDidn’t plan in time, and missed out on Giving Tuesday? Don’t panic, we’ve got you! With our top tips to optimize Giving Season fundraising, there's still time to make a big impact on your year-end goals.With 31 days to go, Giving Season is packed with goodwill and seasonal generosity (accounting for about 20% of annual donations), and we have tips to make the most of every fundraising opportunity.Cara and Jena...
2023-11-3014 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEp 90: GSGC - Making the Giving Circle BiggerSend us Fan MailHappy Thanksgiving! 🦃 In the spirit of the season, Cara is joined by 3 special guests from Global Sojourns Giving Circle, who put gratitude at the top of their list today, and every day!We first met founder Priscilla Plummer and mentor Gloria Mubita just over a year ago, when we explored how the GSGC operating model aligned with their mission. They empower young women and girls in Southern Africa who lack access to education or emotional services by partnering with local mentors and changemakers. These dedicated ment...
2023-11-2320 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEp 89: How to Optimize Your Giving Season Email StrategySend us Fan MailDo you want to make the most of your year-end email campaign and boost your fundraising results?Email campaigns are a key element of successful year-end appeals. So why aren’t they working for you? Join Cara and Kara Schmid for a 20-minute best-practice deep dive into planning email campaigns with maximum impact, and minimum stress!Email marketing is a key tool for engaging and retaining your donors. It allows you to show your impact, express your gratitude, and...
2023-11-1614 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEp 88: How Board Members Can Boost Year-End Fundraising with Adam MorganSend us Fan MailIt's all aboard for the ‘Big Ask’ as Giving Season kicks in, but is your Nonprofit Board pulling its weight? Cara is joined by frontline fundraiser and coach, Adam Morgan, who shares key insights into catalyzing and maximizing the impact, information, and inspiration we expect from these key nonprofit team members.Dig into the benefits of effective and ethical Board Outreach, from networking and lead lists to managing low-performing board members, and ensure you leverage every possible ‘Ask’ opportunity this Giving Season.
2023-11-0819 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEP 87: Mythbusting Planned Giving with Tony MartignettiSend us Fan MailPlanned Giving shouldn’t be mysterious!Despite many nonprofits having everything a planned giving program takes, they’re not making use of a game-changing source of income. Are you one of them?Join Cara and Tony Martignetti, host of Nonprofit Radio and Planned Giving strategist, as they tackle the what, why, who, and when of creating a planned giving program for nonprofits and their donors. From the basic concepts and types of planned gifts to the many, sometimes surpri...
2023-11-0214 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEP 86: 3 Ways to Conquer Appeal Writing AnxietySend us Fan MailBlank mind, blank screen, and your appeal has to go out today? If your powers of persuasion disappear the second you sit down to draft your year-end appeal, take 10 minutes to break the block and get the job done right.Cara shares 3 keys to unlocking powerful, personalized appeals that reach the hearts and minds of your donors. Tweak your appeal letter writing with these three tips to create appeal letters that overwhelm your donors’ emotions and not your crea...
2023-10-2609 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEp 85: Power Tools for Your Fundraising ToolkitSend us Fan MailA good tool improves the way you work. A great tool improves the way you think! This 20-minute in-depth dive into everything a powerful online Giving Season toolkit needs, from strategies and software to top-performing techniques, sets you up for success this Giving Season.Join Cara and Jena for expert advice on building a campaign anchored in four foundational fundraising methods: Peer-to-Peer, Crowdfunding, Text-to-Give, and Membership Programs. You’ll learn how to use proven strategies to maximize your outcomes, with ins...
2023-10-1919 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEp 83: Get Resource Ready for Giving TuesdaySend us Fan MailIn 2023 Giving Tuesday donations could reach up to $5.1 billion. Are you ready to make the most of this wave of worldwide generosity for your organization?Cara and Lindsey Baker Bower tackle how to make your Giving Tuesday planning as easy as possible. Covering five critical Must-Do steps for a successful strategy, they set out a well-paced plan to optimize every element for meeting your fundraising goal on the day and build on that momentum to keep donations rolling in throughout the end of the year....
2023-10-0414 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEp 82: The Smart Ask: Prepping a Winning Giving SeasonSend us Fan Mail"30% of annual giving takes place in December, but making the ‘Smart Ask’ takes year-round planning - True or False?How many times have you heard that 30% stat in the last two weeks? Or, that 10% of year-end donations happen in the last 3 days of the year?Enough to make you break a sweat if Giving Season is one of those tasks you’ve postponed for the last nine months, we’ll bet!Prepping...
2023-09-2714 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEP 81: 3 Ways to Win Back LYBUNT DonorsSend us Fan MailEveryone knows it’s easier to hold on to donors than find new ones, but how can you hold onto donors or win them back if you don’t know who they are? 😕LYBUNT describes donors who gave “last year but unfortunately, not this year”, something we’ve all been hearing more often than we would like in the current economic environment. But, here’s the bright side. These are not disaffected donors, and there are ways to bring them back into...
2023-09-2009 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEp 80: Master Year-End Giving: Tips, Tactics, and ToolsSend us Fan MailIt’s that time of year again! So, are you going to procrastinate, panic, or perfect your year-end giving campaign? 30% of all donations are made in December! As enticing as that sounds to any nonprofit fundraiser, it also means having your campaign ducks lined up and ready to go long before November rolls around and Giving Season gets into gear.For all nonprofits, year-end campaigning is a crucial opportunity to raise funds, engage supporters, and incre...
2023-09-1313 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEp 78: Cracking Crypto, Donating Non-Cash Assets with Alex WilsonSend us Fan MailAre you unsure about crypto and stock donations and how they can benefit your organization? Spend just 20 minutes with Alex Wilson, co-founder of The Giving Block, and gain the knowledge you need to make an informed decision.Today's donors are looking for modern and diverse ways to give. Alex and Cara discuss the benefits of accepting cryptocurrency and stock donations, which can attract new audiences and potential supporters. With the convenience of online giving, these types of...
2023-08-2419 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEp 76: 4 Key Foundations for Donor RetentionSend us Fan MailRefresh your stewardship and donor retention strategies in just 6 minutes!Join Cara for four foundational learnings to retain the donors you’ve worked so hard to gain. The busiest time of the year is on its way, so before we’re swamped with year-end strategies, appeals, and campaigns, take a moment to refresh your stewardship and donor retention strategies.Heading into Giving Season knowing your loyal donors are there to support your mission can take a lot of pressure off meeti...
2023-08-1606 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEP 74: Steal this Stewardship Plan + Free template for Busy Leaders!Send us Fan MailKeeping supporters informed and engaged is critical for donor retention!Donor stewardship is the key to building lasting relationships with your supporters and growing your nonprofit. Successful stewardship needs coordinated, authentic activities that keep pace with each stage of the donor journey, from thank-you notes to phone calls and more. Keeping track of all these tasks and making sure they are done on time and by the right person can start to feel like a full-time job. That’s where a Stewardship Plan comes in...
2023-08-0209 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEp 73: Influencers: Igniting Nonprofit Impact with Nick LynchSend us Fan MailTrue influence is about leveraging authenticity.No one knows this better than Nick Lynch, co-founder, and CEO of Collidescope.io, a social media measurement and data analytics platform that helps nonprofits, influencers, and organizations to collaborate and measure their impact on social causes.Join Nick and Cara for 20-minute dive into the power of social media influencers to drive and amplify awareness of the social impact nonprofit organizations are making. On a mission to bring transparency and accountability t...
2023-07-2520 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEp 72: The Costly Pitfalls of Poor Donor AcknowledgementSend us Fan Mail📨How quickly do you thank your supporters for their generosity? Within 24 hours? After 48?⏳What happens when you treat your valuable, hard-won supporters like a number? Short answer, nothing good. Today, generic platitudes just don’t cut it! Prompt and personalized acknowledgment of a donation with a receipt and a heartfelt note can be the beginning of a long and fruitful donor relationship. It’s not only...
2023-07-1912 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEp 71: Save More, Serve More, with Travis LawsSend us Fan Mail♻️Turning the forward-thinking potential of reverse logistics into a force for good!💲For over 30 years, Travis Walls and WIN Warehouse have been empowering nonprofits to save more so they can serve more. Today Cara chats to Travis to unpack how an innovative approach to reverse logistics has turned excess inventory into a force for good.By offering nonprofits significant savings on goods and equipment and keeping excess inventory out of landfills, Travis and WIN have created significant opportunities for orga...
2023-07-1219 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEp 70: One Step Behind - 4 Productivity Killers!Send us Fan Mail💻Being busy doesn’t mean being productive! 📊Today Cara tackles how to get those high-value tasks that keep sliding down your To Do list done as you try to cram as much as possible into your day.So if you feel like you are always one step behind no matter how hard you are working, you owe it to yourself to take 10 minutes out for excellent advice on techniques and tech to help you tame your time...
2023-07-0611 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEp 67:Donor Acquisition vs. Retention - The Surprising TruthSend us Fan Mail⚠️Acquiring new donors is important, but nurturing recurring donors can provide stability and growth for your nonprofit. So where do you focus your resources, and why? 🔭Today Cara and Jena set out a strategic approach you can put into play as we head into the summer slump. From discussing how to analyze donor-giving trends, and prioritize donor retention, to implementing tips to build and sustain retention, this episode is all about effective stewardship to secur...
2023-06-1420 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEp 65: From Clutter to Clarity: Simplifying Nonprofit Annual ReportingSend us Fan MailAre you ready to shake up your annual report to showcase your impact and win over donors? 📈Today we declutter the path to effective annual reporting! Sharing tips and tricks on how to craft a compelling annual report that will boost your organization’s donor retention, transparency, and credibility. Cara and Jena discuss techniques to confidently navigate the complexity of nonprofit annual reporting. You'll discover why annual reports are a vital part of...
2023-05-3118 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEp 64: The Untapped Fundraising Potential of Development Audits with Lee ErnstSend us Fan MailNot achieving your full fundraising potential? It’s time for a development audit!📃No need to call in the accountants though, this is all about maxing out the undeveloped capabilities and capacities within your organization! A development audit looks at your data, systems, structures, and staffing and provides a clear view of your organization’s fundraising potential. Today Cara chats to Lee Ernst, a Senior Consultant at JGA, a philanthropic and strategic consulting firm helping non...
2023-05-2410 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEP 63: Growing through Gratitude: How to Host a Thank-a-ThonSend us Fan Mail🙏Are you ready to turn ‘Thank You’ into revenue? 📈Showing gratitude is one of the simplest yet most powerful things human beings can do for each other, and one of the most effective ways to gain, retain, or reconnect with donors! Setting aside time to let your donors, current, new, or lapsed, know just how much their support means to your organization just makes sense! No o...
2023-05-1712 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEP 60: AI’s Powerful Prospecting Potential with Shawn Olds, boodle.AISend us Fan MailHow can AI get you in front of the right prospective donors?Shawn Olds, the Chief Executive Officer of boodle.AI, is back with us for the second of two discussions thoroughly interrogating how AI helps organizations achieve significant lifts in conversion, engagement, and retention rates. Today Shawn takes Cara through a deeper dive into the opportunities that open up when you optimize your donor segmentation and communication u...
2023-04-1915 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEP 59: AI - The Perfect Partnership for Nonprofits? With Shawn Olds, boodle.AISend us Fan MailAI is everywhere at the moment and everyone has an opinion on how it has and will continue to impact nonprofit fundraising. So we sat down with Shawn Olds, the Chief Executive Officer of boodleAI, the leading machine learning peer-to-peer platform empowering nonprofits to connect with, and engage, new donors and supporters, to hear just what to expect in the future, and how to maximize the AI you may already be using. Shawn takes Cara th...
2023-04-1912 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEP 57: Spring Clean for Data Hygiene!Send us Fan MailNo one really enjoys digging through dirty data but the benefits are worth the effort!So, what exactly will a data spring clean do for your summer fundraising? Deliver a tightly segmented, personalized campaign based on solid donor relationships and key supporter insights, for starters! Join Cara for a review of must-do tasks for superior summer campaigning, starting with why data hygiene is fundamental to first-rate fu...
2023-04-0513 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEP 56: Do Virtual Events Still Deliver Real Results? (Part 2)Send us Fan MailMaximizing The Value Of Virtual Events.With virtual fundraising events here to stay, today’s show guides you through optimizing every element of your fundraiser. Navigating virtual events is all about strategy, communication, and the tools in your tech stack. From CRM integrations, ticketing, and email marketing tools that collect donations in real-time, to securing corporate sponsorship Cara and Jena have tools, pro tips, and inside track techniques to ensure you sque...
2023-03-2917 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEP 55: Do Virtual Events Still Deliver Real Results? (Part 1)Send us Fan MailHave we really said goodbye to virtual events? Or have fundraisers discovered a neat way to gain extra fundraising and awareness opportunities by supplementing in-person events with a virtual component?There’s a strong case to be made that virtual events are here to stay, so today we tackle some of the key questions you need to ask when deciding whether or not to add a virtual option to your major fundraiser thi...
2023-03-2222 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEp 53: Fundraising Event FundamentalsSend us Fan Mail56% of donors regularly attend fundraising events and + 84% of event fundraising pledges are fulfilled. Just two reasons events are an annual fundraising mainstay!So it's no surprise that many nonprofits are hard at work planning as we head into the busiest time of year for fundraising events. But, are you making the best decision for your organization? A big bang event may not be the best return on investment for nonprofits, in fact, an event may not be a good idea at...
2023-03-0811 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEp. 51: Fear-free Fundraising in 2023Send us Fan MailTurning crisis into opportunity takes planning and a well-developed strategy! With rising inflation and dropping donor numbers, most nonprofits are already feeling the pinch of a tightening economy, especially coming hard on the heels of the pandemic. As unnerving as this is, experience has shown that an economic downturn can be turned to your advantage with the right systems and strategies in place.Join us as Jena and Cara explore how nonprofits can leverage the lessons learned ...
2023-02-2219 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEp 47: Create a SMART 2023 Game Plan for Your NonprofitSend us Fan MailLet mission-driven SMART goals drive your nonprofit’s success in 2023!Goal-setting is a necessary, but potentially painful, process to bring your strategic planning to life, so why not make it SMART and stress-free? Join us for mission-moving tactics that will help you structure your goal-setting and make your strategic plan meaningful, implementable, and measurable!From practical tips on determining clear, defined, and actionable goals, to the tactics and tim...
2023-01-2519 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEp 45: A Rosy Start to 2023: Rose, Bud, or Thorn?Send us Fan MailLooking to assess your nonprofit team's performance in 2022? A turbulent year may have tested your nonprofit to the limit, but it sure taught us all a lot about the nonprofit sector’s ability to pivot and perform! Today we tackle mindful retrospection as a ‘quick and cool’ tool to take your nonprofit’s temperature at the start of a new year. Using the Rose, Bud, and Thorn technique Cara and Jena explore mindful retrospection as a way to assess your...
2023-01-1115 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEp 44: Top Tips for Tackling 2023Send us Fan MailTop nonprofit fundraising trends for 2023 take center stage in our last episode for 2022. Cara and her guests tackle three key issues that will influence fundraising in the coming year, unpacking how to manage, mitigate or make them work for you.Recession, conflicts, and a distracted, time-pressed audience present a mixed bag of opportunities and challenges. The global economy is on a downtrend, donors are more discerning in their giving, and blanket communication strategies aren’t cutting it, so what does a strategic nonprofit fundraiser need to d...
2022-12-2221 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEp 43: What 2022's Top 3 Nonprofit Trends Taught Us!Send us Fan MailAfter a year of change, conflict, and challenge, what did 2022 teach the savvy nonprofit fundraiser?Any expectation that 2022 would be ‘business as usual’, with a reassuring return to pre-pandemic fundraising strategies evaporated by February. We’ve experienced a sharp increase in the need for nonprofit services globally, from humanitarian aid to the protection of freedoms, matched only by tightening economic realities. Through it all nonprofits have continued to serve and fundraise, meeting the need as best they can. From evolving in-person event strategies and discovering how to do more w...
2022-12-1515 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEp 40: Intentional Stewardship, More than a Thank You!Send us Fan MailIf stewardship is about so much more than a thank you, what is it? And how do you make it work for your nonprofit?Donor stewardship is the intentional practice of building a relationship with your donors. Today Cara and Jena examine how thanking and showing impact together underpin a sound donor stewardship strategy and support your all-important donor retention. It cannot be said enough, relationships matter when it comes to stewardship!From how to build meaningful donor relationships to creating ongoing commitment and recurring d...
2022-11-2310 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEp 38: 2 Tips to Get New Donors, 3 Tips to Keep Them!Send us Fan MailFinding donors is challenging, keeping donors is an art! Everyone will tell you finding donors is hard, fewer will share how hard they work to keep those hard-won relationships alive and healthy! But we are here to share 5 tactics that will make it easier. Today Cara drills down into the nuts and bolts of donor relationship building based on a well-implemented communication strategy, plus how to keep donors engaged, and excited about your mission.From where to find donors to communication channels that reach directly int...
2022-11-0908 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEp 37: PKF - Monthly Giving Drives the DreamSend us Fan MailGrowing a donor base is a challenge for all nonprofits. Can a recurring giving program plus a lean team sustain, and grow, an organization?Join Cara and Rodger Obley, Creative Director at Pittsburgh Kids Foundation, for impactful and implementable insights into the PKF “Long Haul Mentality”, and discover how creating “a community of passionate monthly givers who believe every kid deserves the opportunity to thrive” sustains and grows this lean, but mighty, team.Faith-based organization, Pittsburgh Kids Foundation, works in the USA to reach middle school an...
2022-11-0213 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEp 36: Donation Page Design Must Haves!Send us Fan MailDonation pages are packed with donation driving potential, are you making the most of every element to enhance your donors experience? Your donation page has one simple purpose, to inspire donors to give to your cause. But, they also need to make the giving experience easy and quick, create a connection to your mission and allow you to collect enough information to reach donors again. Today Cara and Bobbi-Jo Rockstrom take you through a final ‘Must Do’ tech-tune up before Giving Season to tweak your d...
2022-10-2512 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEp 35: Putting 'The Ask' into Action!Send us Fan Mail🎃If making “The Ask” has you more anxious than a Halloween Haunted House🦇 join Cara for 5 easily actioned steps to banish the “Actioning the Ask” bogeyman 👻this Giving Season.Breaking the Fundraising Cycle down into easily managed stages, Cara applies her bite-sized treats and tricks to creating and scheduling an ‘Ask’ amplifying year-end fundraising appeal plan anchored in 5 simple steps. Not only will you conquer “The Ask” anxiety that’s been holding you back, you’ll come away with sound stewardship strategy fundamentals to serve you through Giving Season, and into 2023.
2022-10-2008 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEp 34: 5 Essential Strategies for Donor AcquisitionSend us Fan MailHow do I bring new donors into my organization? Today Jena Lynch tackles the question that’s never too far from any nonprofit’s mind with five key strategies to help mastering your acquisition strategy.Converting interested visitors into supportive donors takes planning, consistency and doesn’t happen overnight. There are many different approaches, but today as Jena drills down to the 5 steps that will structure a successful strategic approach, you will be able to decide which could work for your organization’s goals and mission. And as always, our advice is immedia...
2022-10-1313 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEp 33: Write Fundraising Appeals that Work Best For Year End GivingSend us Fan MailMaking the ask is what fundraising is all about, but writing appeals that inspire donors to engage and donate with your organization can push your powers of persuasion to the limit. This week Kara Schmid, Senior Content Writer at Donorbox, takes the anxiety out of creating an awesome ‘ask’ for your year-end appeal campaign. Tackling the timeline, tone and methods to make your appeals deliver, she details how to maximize every stage of your appeal strategy planning, and implementation.Join Cara and Kara for an enlight...
2022-10-0425 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEp 32: 3 Top Donation-Driving Direct Mail Hacks! Joe Leach, AppealMakerSend us Fan MailIf you think Direct mail is dead - it’s time for a reality check! Direct mail is having a major resurgence as a key donation driver across nonprofit fundraising campaigns worldwide.So, if you think physical mail is too ‘last century’ for your Giving Season strategy, this 15 minute session with Cara and Joe Leach, President of Bliss Direct Media and Appealmaker, is about to change your mind and your appeal strategy. Joe shares his vast knowledge and keen insights into the miss...
2022-09-2816 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEp 31: Make Your Supporters Feel Seen - The Why and How of Donor SegmentationSend us Fan MailDonor segmentation is a term that gets thrown around a lot during strategy sessions, especially as you start to gear up for Giving Season fundraising appeals and events. But what exactly is it, and what can it do for your organization? In a perfect world, nonprofit fundraising professionals would be able to personalize marketing efforts. However, individualizing marketing per donor is an impossible task. What is possible instead for most nonprofits is to make marketing feel personal. The right segmentation strategy can help you achieve that.Join Cara and Jen...
2022-09-2112 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEp 30: Make The Strategic Software Solution Decision This Giving SeasonSend us Fan MailFinding the best software fit for your nonprofit is the smart strategic move, but what to look for and where to start can be confusing. Online fundraising platform, donor management software…or both, or are they the same? Join Cara and Amy Champagne, Donorbox Account Executive, to find out what to ask, what to look for and what to avoid, to turn your platform into a strategic springboard as we head into the busiest period of the fundraising year.With so many fundraising sites to choose from it can be c...
2022-09-1414 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEp 29: The Persuasive Power of Strong Case StatementsSend us Fan MailOwn the Why! Take 10 minutes to change your Giving Season outcomes with the persuasive power of a strong case statement.Why you do what you do can be hard to capture, but that story or statement is a valuable and versatile tool to explain the purpose and impact of the work your nonprofit organization does.Case statement, case for support, just as it has multiple impact points this donation catalyzing tool also has many names, but always delivers! By making your donors, old and new, aw...
2022-09-0710 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEp 28: Think of Us - Sixto CancelSend us Fan MailThink of Us & Sixto Cancel Fostering Hope, Driving Change!Using technology to forge critical human connections may seem counter-intuitive, but the innovative and life-changing work Think of Us is driving in the US foster care system is doing exactly that! Founded by today’s guest, Sixto Cancel, Think of Us is a research and design lab for foster care, driving equitable systems change so that the youth and families most impacted by the system have the greatest power and opportunity to reshape it.Sixto’s perso...
2022-08-3132 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEp 27: Year End Fundraising Campaigns are a Big Deal (Here’s why!)Send us Fan MailHow big a deal is your year-end giving campaign, and is it worth the work? Short answer? Huge, and YES!!!As Giving Season preparation information starts to dominate your social media and inbox, you might be wondering if Giving Season campaigns are really ‘All That’? And if so, how to navigate the next 5 months of campaign creation, implementation and follow-up?Join Cara and Jena to unpack key campaign planning priorities, timing, and available support, tools and tactics to unlock any potential analysi...
2022-08-2413 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEp 26: Identity, Dignity, Democracy! Spread the Vote with Kat CalvinSend us Fan MailSpread the Vote founder Kat Calvin is inspiring and profoundly practical in her approach to resolving the daily challenges millions of Americans face in their struggle to obtain valid photo IDs. Unconventional in her approach, fearless in her determination, Kat pulls no punches as she discusses the challenges and achievements Spread the Vote has faced and overcome in the past 5 years.Relying on strong volunteer support, particularly in election years, Kat’s approach to recruiting, training and retaining volunteers may hold some answers for your Giving Season planning, plus gre...
2022-08-1824 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEp 25: Top Time Management Tips and Strategies for Giving SeasonSend us Fan MailCara’s Top Time Management Tips and Strategies for Giving Season will take the bite out of year end planning for you and your team. Most nonprofits start their Giving Season in October but our 3-2-1 countdown calendar puts you on the path to success from August, setting out step-by-step tactics and timing that will have you cool, calm and completely prepared for Giving Season success. To help get a handle on your Giving Season planning Cara has created a clear, simple and easily actionable plan, and 3 down...
2022-08-0914 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEp 24: Grow Your Grant Potential with Gauri ManglikSend us Fan MailGrants can be ‘Instrumentl’ in growing and sustaining your organization, but they can also be time-consuming and confusing. Gauri Manglik, CEO and Founder of Instrumentl, a barrier-breaking grant discovery, research and tracking tool, talks to Cara about how the challenges of sourcing grants inspired her and her partners to create a single source for organizations seeking grants.Touching on her personal experiences and inspirations, Gauri unpacks the best use case for the platform, and digs deep into everything from eligibility to application pro-tips for nonprofit organizations of all sizes and geographic locat...
2022-08-0317 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEp 23: The Donate Button is Not Enough - The Inside Track on Donation PagesSend us Fan MailNever underestimate the value of your donation page! Giving Season is on the way, so we’re taking a deep dive into the common and costly ‘mistakes’ we see on nonprofit donation pages with Donorbox Account Manager Bobbi-Jo Rockstrom to get you off to the best possible start to the season. Cara and Bobbi-Jo unpack potential problems and offer quick fixes and simple suggestions for you to implement immediately to reap the benefits of a well-designed giving form. Bobbi-Jo is passionate about sharing best practices to create the optimal donor experience, ensuring...
2022-07-2720 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEp 22: Take the Sting out of Strategic Planning with Tim ArdilloSend us Fan MailIf the idea of setting out an organizational strategic plan has you stumped, this episode with Cara and Tim Ardillo will spark your strategy in a matter of minutes.From why you should have a strategic plan to when you should be tackling the details, Tim has tools and tips that will get you where you need to be, fully informed and ready to implement! So take a few minutes to find out how a strategic plan will help your organization raise more funds, free up your staff and b...
2022-07-2019 min
The Nonprofit PodcastEp 21: Email Marketing, The Cost-Effective Way To Build AwarenessSend us Fan MailThe Nonprofit Podcast Season 3 is here and we did not come to play!Tricked out with tools, tips and tactics to take your nonprofit to the next level this is a bite-sized show that will move your mission. Join Cara, Jena & Jared for a season of inspiration, insight and information to implement immediately. From strategies for sustainability & growth to fundraising fundamentals, we’ve got you covered going into Giving Season and beyond.This week Cara looks at the many benefits nonprofits gain by investing in emai...
2022-07-1312 min
The Nonprofit PodcastSeason 3 teaser!Send us Fan MailNew Season Loading!!The Nonprofit Podcast is gearing up for Season 3! Get ready for Thursday, July 14, when we’re back with quick tools, tips, and tactics to fuel your fundraising. The new season is packed with great interviews featuring thought leaders, founders, fundraising professionals and tech wizards, making us your once-a-week inside track “must listen” podcast to get your nonprofit up to speed and fit for purpose as Giving Season gets going.Join us on Thursday, July 14, when Cara has a communication strategy basic that you can master in a matter of minut...
2022-07-0702 min
The Nonprofit PodcastThe Nonprofit Podcast - Ep 18 Big Programs don’t have to mean Big Problems, DamarSend us Fan MailBig programs can cause big problems with capacity and resourcing, no matter the size of your organization. Cara chats with Shawn Collinsworth, CFRE, President of Damar Services Foundation about overcoming the challenges of being a leading American provider of services to people with developmental, behavioral, and intellectual disabilities, in a time of growing need and shrinking funding.Like many organizations, Damar was at a crossroads when it came to the ability to offer life-changing support and services to a diverse group of people ranging from toddlers to senior citizens from initial di...
2022-06-2319 min
The Nonprofit PodcastThe Nonprofit Podcast - Ep 17 Donor Communication TipsSend us Fan MailWhy am I losing donors? If you are asking yourself this question more often than you like, today Cara has some answers that could turn the trend around for you. If you are a fundraiser, founder or volunteer, donor relationship management is a vital component of keeping your mission moving toward your goal, and strong communication sits at the heart of all good relationships. Find out how Cara’s top three easily actioned donor communication best practices can help your organization retain and engage hard-won supporters, and win over some...
2022-06-1608 min
The Nonprofit PodcastThe Nonprofit Podcast - Ep 16 What’s in a Name? Branding Basics for NonprofitsSend us Fan MailBranding can be a major pain point for nonprofits, but a strong nonprofit brand can help you raise more money, increase social awareness and build a solid reputation, which is why Cara and Jena are tackling the basics of brand building today. Joined by Ronald Pillay, Donorbox Director of Brand Communication, they unpack the basics of getting your brand on point and working for you, no matter how big or small your organization, or budget is. Ronald’s background in creative direction and social sciences adds a visual storytelling layer that tak...
2022-06-0920 min
The Nonprofit PodcastThe Nonprofit Podcast - Ep 15 Beating the Backroom BluesSend us Fan MailIn this episode, Cara is joined by Donorbox Brand Ambassador, Jena Lynch, unpacking the hard work that goes into developing- and sustaining - productive and effective donor relationships. Jena’s heart for helping others drives the incisive, and profoundly practical, insights she shares. From her time on the frontlines of fundraising to her daily engagement with nonprofits of all sizes across the globe as a brand ambassador, Jena has a wealth of proven tips for making the most of your donor relationships. Together with Cara’s passi...
2022-06-0225 min
The Nonprofit PodcastThe Nonprofit Podcast - Ep 14 Maya’s HopeSend us Fan MailHope is a mighty emotion that can make even the most dire circumstances bearable! Founder of Maya’s Hope, Maya Crauderueff, recognized this after the death of her mother and took the decision to be the bringer of hope to orphaned, impoverished, and special-needs children everywhere, so they would know that they were loved, cared for, and were not alone.Cara and Maya dig deep into the journey, from one woman on a mission to delivering hope globally, touching on the role of volunteers, especially focu...
2022-05-2628 min
The Nonprofit PodcastThe Nonprofit Podcast - Ep 13 For The Love of AlexSend us Fan MailIt’s all about our furry friends today as Cara sits down with Austin Meadows, Executive Director of “For the Love of Alex”. Providing emergency funding for life-saving veterinary care of pets of low-income families For the Love of Alex has been the difference between life and death for many pets since starting in 2013. Started by Elizabeth Hedges, who sadly passed away in February of 2018, For the love of Alex is named after her cat, Alex, who went to join Elizabeth in early May this year, af...
2022-05-1924 min
The Nonprofit PodcastThe Nonprofit Podcast - Ep 12 City Relief – Josiah Haken introduces his Neighbors With No DoorsSend us Fan MailIn this crossover podcast with Neighbors With No Doors, Cara interviews Josiah Haken about his journey from kitchen salesman, to Starbucks barista, to outreach worker, to CEO. We discuss the root causes of homelessness and the impact of holistic engagement and care coordination.Founded in 1989, City Relief has mobilized thousands of volunteers to compassionately serve those struggling with homelessness by providing hope and resources that lead towards life transformation. Josiah leads a team of volunteers delivering a model of volunteering that enriches the lives of all who participate in the program. H...
2022-05-1237 min
The Nonprofit PodcastThe Nonprofit Podcast - Ep 11 Global Sojourns Giving CircleSend us Fan MailBelieving in yourself is very difficult to do when your society sees you as “less than” because you’re a girl. It’s nearly impossible without support. Global Sojourns Giving Circle, in partnership with local changemakers, provides this support to girls and young women across the southern African region.Cara sits down with founder Priscilla Plummer, and Zambia-based Mentor Gloria Mubita, to unpack how GSGC provides grants to community-based organizations run by dynamic changemakers. By providing mentorship to youth, with a focus on empowering gi...
2022-05-0637 min
The Nonprofit PodcastThe Nonprofit Podcast - Ep 9 Hungry for Life - Frontline FundraisingSend us Fan MailChad Martz was in Ukraine in late February overseeing Hungry for Life compassionate projects that included orphan care and food programs in the central-eastern regions for communities based in Nikopol, Poltava, and Mariupol. On February 24, as Russia invaded Chad, his Ukrainian wife Mary and their extended family, became the nucleus of Hungry for Life’s operations in the area that now sits in the eye of the storm.Today Cara sits down with Chad, now in western Ukraine, and Jeremy Roberts to discuss how this small organization has transformed into a fr...
2022-04-2127 min
The Nonprofit PodcastThe Nonprofit Podcast - Ep 2 The Trailblazers FoundationSend us Fan MailFeeling a little overwhelmed by the work that awaits you in 2022? If you think your passion for your nonprofit cause won’t push you far enough, listen to this!“One well and a water filter will change the future health, education access and way of life for 15 people, or three families. It’s amazing what you can do with a PVC pump.”This is Co-founder and Executive Director Chris Coats speaking about the origins of Trailblazer Foundation to influencer Heidi Bianco on The Nonprofit Podcast wi...
2022-02-1014 min