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The Philanthropy212 PodcastHelping Donors Give with Sybil Ackerman-Munson, President at Do Your Good LLCSybil Ackerman-Munson is the President at Do Your Good LLC. They offer online courses, podcasts, and resources to help donors make a difference with their donations. With over two decades of experience, she knows how to establish best funding practices and help donors make a tangible difference in the world. Sybil has helped give away over $45 million in large and small donations throughout her career. She's worked with almost every type of charitable funder and has a thriving career working with philanthropists. In this episode… To help your donors give in an impactful wa...2021-09-3029 minThe Philanthropy212 PodcastFailure Is What It's All About with Steven D. Lavine, Former President of California Institute of the Arts (CalArts)Steven D. Lavine is the longest-serving president of the California Institute of the Arts (CalArts). The institute was born out of Walt Disney's vision for an art school over 50 years ago. CalArts had become embroiled in crisis until Steven became president, leading it to financial prosperity and international acclaim. When Steven took over the school, their debt was at 1.8 million out of a 16 million dollars budget. Steven served as its president from 1988 until 2017. During this time, CalArts became a pacesetter in domestic diversity, community engagement, international linkage, and cutting-edge production and presentation. Today, CalArts is...2021-06-2441 minThe Philanthropy212 PodcastWhat Makes People Give? Digital Fundraising with Tim Kachuriak of NextAfterTim Kachuriak is the Founder and Chief Innovation and Optimization Officer for NextAfter. NextAfter is a fundraising research lab and consultancy. They work with cause-driven businesses and nonprofit organizations to help them better understand their customers and inspire their donors to give generously. Tim is renowned as a nonprofit thought leader. He is the author of the book Optimize Your Fundraising, lead researcher, and co-author of Online Fundraising Scorecard, Why Should I Give to You? (The Nonprofit Value Proposition Index Study), and The Mid-Level Donor Crisis. He has trained organizations in fundraising optimization worldwide and i...2021-06-1029 minThe Philanthropy212 PodcastBuilding and Retaining High Performing Teams with Wendy Wilsker, Managing Partner at BoydenWendy Wilsker is the Managing Partner at Boyden, a global leader in executive search and talent advisory services with more than 70 offices in over 40 countries. Wendy has nearly 30 years of experience as a frontline fundraiser, not-for-profit manager, and executive recruiter. Through her, Boyden is expanding its Boston office to have a significant footprint in the social impact sector across the U.S. The company is looking to focus on advancement and C-suite roles for not-for-profit organizations. These include universities, hospitals, and medical centers as well as cultural, religious, and social services. In this e...2021-05-2733 min
NPFX: The Nonprofit Fundraising ExchangeFundraising and COVID-19: One Year Later, What Have We Learned?As COVID-19 restrictions are being relaxed across most of the United States, many nonprofits are attempting to define their new normal. In today's episode, Rich Frazier (IPM Advancement's Senior Consultant) is joined by IPM consultants Jana Olslund and Penny Cowden to unpack some of the most valuable lessons of the past year to help nonprofits come out on the other side of this pandemic even smarter and stronger than they were before. Free 30-minute consultation for NPFX listeners: http://www.ipmadvancement.com/free Want to suggest a topic for an upcoming episode? Send an...2021-05-1042 minThe Philanthropy212 PodcastOptimize Your Donor’s Giving with Katherine O’Donnell of OP Creative CommunicationsKatherine O'Donnell is the Co-founder & CEO of OP Creative Communications (OPCC), a communications agency that helps non-profit organizations and high-net-worth individuals optimize their social impact. OPCC also partners with data scientists to assess organizations and create individualized data dashboards that ensure transparency. When Katherine isn’t in the office, she enjoys spending time with family, being outdoors, creating art, traveling, and studying a wide variety of topics. Some of these include cultural anthropology, human behavior, AI, and more. In this episode… Does your not-for-profit organization struggle with high-quality communication with its donors? Or, are...2021-04-2923 minThe Philanthropy212 PodcastLeveraging Philanthropy for Social Change with Jay and Shira Ruderman of the Ruderman Family FoundationJay Ruderman is the President at the Ruderman Family Foundation. He has focused his life's work on seeking social justice by advocating for people with disabilities worldwide. As President, Jay takes an ambitious approach to leading the foundation. Since then, it has become a national and international leader in inclusion and disability rights advocacy. Jay's emphasis on philanthropy has been instrumental in creating programs worldwide, raising awareness on social media, and making the foundation's most cited white paper. He has never shied away from controversy, consistently challenging Hollywood and those in power to push issues forward. ...2021-04-0840 minThe Philanthropy212 PodcastThe Transformative Potential of Philanthropy with Jeremy Cramer, CEO of Exponential PhilanthropyJeremy Cramer is the CEO of Exponential Philanthropy, a fundraising consulting and philanthropic advisory firm. He spent his career supporting and leading not-for-profit organizations to focus on systematic change in healthcare and education. Jeremy started his career by working in the development office at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. He then led significant gifts fundraising at the world's first not-for-profit biotechnology company, working to find a cure for Lou Gehrig's disease. Later on, he served as the Deputy Director of External Affairs at City Year Miami before moving to Vice President of Major Gifts nationally. In th...2021-04-0127 minThe Philanthropy212 PodcastThe Power of Coaching in Philanthropy with Kerry Watterson, the CEO of Fundraising WellKerry Watterson is the Chief Executive Officer of Fundraising Well. This firm is on a mission to help not-for-profit organizations and philanthropists develop specific strategies to maximize their collective impact on their targeted causes. He teaches fundraising models and resource development with the University of California Irvine. He also serves on the board of directors for AFP and the US Political Action Committee. His time is spent leading lobbying and advocacy efforts throughout the United States. He is also leading the male ally program and curriculum for AFP's Women's Impact Initiative. In this e...2021-03-2539 minThe Philanthropy212 PodcastUsing Data to Improve FundraisingJay Finney is the Vice President and Senior Consultant, Fundraising Management at Ruffalo Noel Levitz, LLC. For over 20 years, Jay has worked with a wide variety of not-for-profit organizations, helping them attract, engage, and retain more donors. He has partnered with colleges, prep schools, hospitals, PBS stations, food banks, museums, zoos, military groups, and more. Jay has helped clients move from a single channel, spray and pray approach to fundraising to more efficient and effective annual fundraising programs. In this episode… There's a smarter way to raise funds. It has nothing to do wit...2021-03-1832 minThe Philanthropy212 PodcastChanging How Employee’s Give with Marilyn Parker and Jami Wald, the CFRE and Senior Development Director of Benefis Health System FoundationMarilyn Parker, CFRE, is the Chief Operating Officer at Benefis Health System Foundation, while Jami Wald is the Senior Development Director. Since 1998 the Benefis Health System Foundation has served as the only not-for-profit charitable organization working with donors to drive revolutionary support for Benefis Health System. It exists to ensure that generosity transforms the lives of their patients and families throughout north-central Montana. To that end, 100% of the foundation's money goes directly toward the projects and programs that implement change to improve healthcare. In this episode… It’s common to see many nonprofits go t...2021-03-1132 minThe Philanthropy212 PodcastCollaboration and Innovation in the Not-For-Profit Sector with Alex Davison, the Executive Director of the Arthritis Foundation for LouisianaAlex Davison is the Executive Director of the Arthritis Foundation for Louisiana. Alex has a master's degree in public administration from the University of New Orleans, where he serves on the Alumni Board of Directors. He was raised in South Lake Tahoe, California, and graduated from Cal State San Marcos before moving to New Orleans. He lives with his wife Ashley, his son Cooper, and two rescue pups: Abby and Bernie. In this episode… A lot of collaboration is going on in the private and public sectors, but we have yet to see no...2021-03-0426 minThe Philanthropy212 PodcastInvesting in the Next Generation with Shelley Davis, President and Executive Director of the Forest Preserve FoundationShelley Davis is the President and Executive Director of the Forest Preserve Foundation. Shelley has over 25 years of experience in the not-for-profit sector and has moved from frontline crisis intervention counselor to policy advocate and foundation grantmaker. The Forest Preserve Foundation’s aim is to invest in Chicago's climate and next generation. In this episode… Climate change is upon us, bringing less snow and more storms without enough trees to absorb the water. Undoubtedly, we need ecological restoration, but there’s little the older generation can do other than invest in the next to take up thi...2021-02-2522 minThe Philanthropy212 PodcastDigital Strategy for Not-For-Profits with Steven Aguiar, Founder of Good Goes FurtherSteven Aguiar is an experienced Full-Stack Digital Marketer. He is the Founder of Good Goes Further, where he helps not-for-profit organizations create and execute a plan for digital growth. Steven is also the Founder of BlueWing, a marketing agency that has helped dozens of clients grow and activate a digital audience. After graduating from Brown University, Steven oversaw digital marketing transformation at MTV, The Fader, and The Players’ Tribune. In 2016, he launched BlueWing, which has since been certified by Facebook, Google, and HubSpot. With Good Goes Further, Steven plans to bring the growth marketing expertise he...2021-02-1832 minThe Philanthropy212 PodcastUnlocking the Public Longing to Give with Gina Bria, Founder and Executive Director of the Hydration FoundationGina Bria is the Founder and Executive Director of the Hydration Foundation. She’s an anthropologist and was named Real World Scholar with the World Evolved Lecture Series. She has opened a new conversation on what hydration is beyond just liquid consumption. Some of her greatest work has been documenting the process of hydration in desert communities. Seeing how desert communities were using water locked inside plants, she was led to breakthrough water science, opening a new phase of more concentrated water that hydrates more profoundly. The Hydration Foundation provides public education for better hydrating people, plants, an...2021-02-1128 minThe Philanthropy212 PodcastLife Balance for Not-for-Profit Leaders with Cynthia Gregory, Executive CoachCynthia Gregory is an author, life strategist, executive coach, and Certified Co-Active Coach. She’s the Communication Director for the San Francisco Bay Area Chapter of the International Coaching Federation, a Member of the Association of Fundraising Professionals Golden Gate Chapter, and the California Writers Club. Cynthia is a not-for-profit leader with more than two decades in the field. She knows all too well that no one works harder and deserves more validation than not-for-profit fundraisers, executives, and cultural changemakers. Through her coaching practice, Cynthia supports not-for-profit leaders with individual and team coaching as well as not-for-profit lea...2021-02-0435 minThe Philanthropy212 PodcastHyper Philanthropy with Russ Hodge, CEO of The Hodge GroupRuss Hodge is the CEO of The Hodge Group, one of the fastest-growing fundraising consulting firms in the nation. Russ has over 35 years of fundraising experience, using a hands-on management style and innovative fundraising techniques that have helped The Hodge Group raise more than half a billion dollars. Russ is often sought out as a key speaker at fundraising conferences locally and nationally and previously presented at Candid on how board culture leads to hyper philanthropy. Russ is a member of both the Giving Institute and the Association of Fundraising Professionals and has a CFRE designation. He...2021-01-2828 minThe Philanthropy212 PodcastThe Art of the Introductory Email with David Williams, Chief Development Officer for the College of Liberal Arts at Purdue Research Foundation, Purdue UniversityDavid Williams is the Chief Development Officer for the College of Liberal Arts at Purdue Research Foundation, Purdue University. For over 15 years, David has been responsible for designing and implementing a comprehensive advancement program for ten academic units that comprise the College of Liberal Arts. In this episode… Something fundraising officers find most difficult, but crucial, is setting up the donor visit. How do you schedule successful donor visits? Some opt for phone calls, but run the risk of donors not answering the phone. Conversely, when they do talk on the phone, a face-to-face meeting be...2021-01-2127 minThe Philanthropy212 PodcastDigital Impact for Not-for-profits and Social Impact Organizations with Eric Ressler of Design by Cosmic, IncEric Ressler is the Founder and Creative Director at Cosmic Inc., a social impact creative agency. Cosmic empowers social impact organizations to catalyze real-world change by helping them nail their impact story, brand awareness, and inspire action. Eric got his start in design from a young age. He left a design program in San Diego early to pursue freelance work. He organically built a strong roster of clients and soon discovered a passion for the social impact and philanthropic space from working with numerous organizations across that sector. Eric found that the social impact and...2021-01-1429 minThe Philanthropy212 PodcastAll-in-One Virtuous CRM Automates Your Marketing with Gabe Cooper, Founder and CEO of VirtuousGabe Cooper is the Founder and CEO of the all-in-one nonprofit growth platform, Virtuous. Virtuous is a responsive fundraising platform designed to help nonprofit organizations build lasting relationships with all their donors. After serving in a leadership role at a large nonprofit in the early 2000s, Gabe went on to help build a series of successful products in the nonprofit and profit-focused sectors, including multiple Apple award-winning mobile apps. Gabe’s drive stems from a passion for creating market-defining software, helping charities reimagine generosity, and increase their impact. In this episode… Have you hear...2021-01-0728 minThe Philanthropy212 PodcastPrinciples of Good Governance in Not-For-Profit Organizations with Philip Purcell, Consultant & Adjunct Faculty at Indiana University Lilly Family School of PhilanthropyPhilip Purcell is a Consultant and Adjunct Faculty at the Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy, where he teaches nonprofit organization law and planned giving. He is also Adjunct Faculty at the Indiana University Maurer School of Law, where he teaches law and philanthropy, and nonprofit law. Philip is the Editor of Planned Giving Today, and a Senior Consultant in Legacy and Estate Planning at Heaton Smith Group. He is Lead Counsel for the Community Foundation Legal Help Desk, a Member of the American Bar Association, and a Charitable Committee Member of the Internal Revenue Service...2020-12-3135 minThe Philanthropy212 PodcastEngaging Women in Philanthropy with Michele M. Rebeor of Michele M Rebeor ConsultingMichele M. Rebeor is the Owner and Philanthropy Consultant at Michele M Rebeor Consulting (MMRC). MMRC specializes in helping not-for-profit organizations of all sizes enhance their current resources to build more deliberate practices that garner increases in contributions, donor loyalty, and sustainable giving. As a seasoned philanthropic and community engagement professional, Michele helps not-for-profit organizations create strategies to cultivate and build meaningful relationships with donors. Michele has also developed niche expertise in women-focused philanthropy, applying a decade of hands-on experience in preparing, educating, and advancing organized aid organizations to effectively establish practices that recognize the significant role a...2020-12-2443 minThe Philanthropy212 PodcastBuilding Trust in Philanthropy with Paul Kaminski, Executive Director of the Long Beach City College FoundationPaul Kaminski is the Executive Director of the Long Beach City College Foundation. Paul has been working in philanthropy for about 18 years, defining himself as a mission-driven fundraiser. Before joining the Foundation, Paul was the Director of Advancement for St. John Bosco High School and Providence High School. In his past, he’s served as the Vice President of Philanthropy for St. Mary Medical Center and the Director of Philanthropy for St. Jude Heritage. Paul was also the Regional Director for Operation Smile in Southern California. In this episode… Building trust in philanthropy is on...2020-12-1725 minThe Philanthropy212 PodcastDelusional Altruism: Why Philanthropists Fail to Achieve Change and What They Can Do to Transform Giving with Author, Kris Putnam-WalkerlyKris Putnam-Walkerly is a trusted adviser to the world's leading philanthropists. For more than 20 years, wealthy families, ultra-high net worth donors, foundations, Fortune 500 companies, and celebrity activists have sought and benefited from her advice to transform their giving and catapult their impact. As President of the Putnam Consulting Group, philanthropic advisor, speaker, and award-winning author, Kris has helped over 100 philanthropists strategically allocate over half a billion dollars in grants and gifts. Kris's clients include the J.M. Smucker Company, Charles and Helen Schwab Foundation, and the National Center for Family Philanthropy. She has been named one of A...2020-12-1037 minThe Philanthropy212 PodcastPhilanthropy at its Best with Rita Fuerst AdamsRita Fuerst Adams is the President of Charitable and Philanthropic Management Counsel. With her work, Rita transforms organizations into better funded, more effective entities while building internal and external teams to diversify and increase funding. Primarily working with entrepreneurial and collaborative organizations that focus on the common good, she has also served causes in education, youth, the arts, community and economic development, healthcare, and more. Rita has taught Entrepreneurship for Nonprofits for the Master in Organizational Leadership program at Wheelock College. She's also written and published extensively in the field, including editing the book for the Center o...2020-12-0331 minThe Philanthropy212 PodcastThird-Party Fundraisers with Jennifer Radics-Johnson, Executive Director at the Alisa Ann Ruch Burn FoundationJennifer Radics-Johnson is the Executive Director of the Alisa Ann Ruch Burn Foundation (AARBF), an organization focused on enhancing the quality of life for burn survivors and promoting burn prevention education. Jennifer has sharpened her management and leadership expertise within the not-for-profit industry for 14 years and has been with AARBF since August 2012. Jennifer has a Bachelor's degree in Communications from the University of California, San Diego, and a Master's in Business Administration from Loyola Marymount University. Jennifer is a Certified Fund Raising Executive as well as a Certified Volunteer Administrator. In this episode… Eve...2020-11-2630 minThe Philanthropy212 PodcastCulture of Philanthropy with Karen Eber DavisKaren Eber Davis is a nonprofit consultant, advisor, and President of Karen Eber Davis Consulting, through which she helps organizations and businesses discover propulsion tools to grow their profits and performance. As a leading authority on nonprofit revenue, Karen helps clients create dynamic partnerships and make an extraordinary impact. Karen loves to work with leaders who lead from vision rather than fear. When people consult Karen, not only do they grow their revenue, but they gain strategies that improve their organizations forever. In this episode… A culture of philanthropy feels intangible—but desirable. Many...2020-11-1926 minThe Philanthropy212 PodcastStrategic Gala Fundraising with Elle Lamboy & Brian Klinzing of the Gettysburg FoundationElle Lamboy is the Vice President of Advancement and Communications for the Gettysburg Foundation, specializing in philanthropic fundraising, membership strategy, and marketing. In her role for the Foundation, she led her team in raising substantial funds to preserve Gettysburg National Military Park and the Eisenhower National Historic Site. Brian Klinzing is the Senior Director of Strategic Partnerships at the Gettysburg Foundation. He is a proven business development leader and relationship manager with twenty years of experience. In this episode… Many organizations put on fundraising events and galas—but not many use it as a st...2020-11-1220 minThe Philanthropy212 PodcastFundraising Collaboration with Nina Fascione, Former Vice President of Philanthropy at Defenders of WildlifeNina Fascione is the former Vice President of Philanthropy at Defenders of Wildlife. She oversees efforts to raise organizational fundraising through foundations, corporations, and individuals for strategic conservation work. Before working with Defenders of Wildlife, Nina was Executive Director of Bat Conservation International from 2010 to 2012, where she guided the Austin, Texas-based organization in their mission to protect bats and their habitats around the world. Nina has also been the Vice President of the Field Conservation Program at Defenders of Wildlife. She managed 30 staff members at nine regional offices dedicated to endangered species and habitat conservation. She is t...2020-11-0526 minThe Philanthropy212 PodcastThe Changing Landscape of Philanthropy with Kim Meredith, Former Executive Director, Stanford PACSKim Meredith is the Chief Executive Officer of the San Francisco General Hospital Foundation, overseeing all aspects of the Foundation and working closely with the Foundation Board of Directors. Before joining the Foundation, she spent 11 years as the inaugural Executive Director of the Stanford Center on Philanthropy and Civil Society (Stanford PACS). During her tenure, Kim was responsible for strategic leadership, strong financial performance, and consistent organizational growth—including scaling the Stanford PACS by expanding research and programmatic initiatives like the Stanford Innovation Social Review. Kim launched her business career in corporate America at AT&T and has...2020-10-2947 minThe Philanthropy212 PodcastGovernance Matters with Jennie Boden, Vice President of Strategic Relationships and Senior Consultant at Quantum Governance, L3CJennie Boden is the Vice President of Strategic Relationships and Senior Consultant with Quantum Governance, L3C. At Quantum Governance, she's worked with clients as varied as Camphill Village, the Center for Arms Control and Non-Proliferation, and Children of Faith Missions as well as the Credit Union Executives Society, the Friends of the National Arboretum, and the Tipping Point Community. She has more than two decades of experience in governance, strategy management, leadership, communications, and development expertise in the not-for-profit sector. Jennie has held every post in the sector from Executive Assistant to Executive Director. I...2020-10-2231 minThe Philanthropy212 PodcastMindfulness and Social Emotional Learning for Children & Teens with Marni Becker-Avin and Adam Avin of Wuf Shanti Children's Wellness FoundationMarni Becker-Avin is the Executive Director of the Wuf Shanti Children's Wellness Foundation, a nonprofit that teaches children the importance of mindfulness and social emotional learning. Her son, 15-year-old Adam Avin, is the Creator, personality, and commandment behind the organization. Marni and Adam both teach mindfulness and social-emotional learning to kids aged 3-17, the primary purpose behind the foundation. Adam is also a mental health speaker and advocate, and has given his own TedxYouth Talk, “Mindfulness in Education to Lower Stress and Violence”. In this episode… Kids today are going through a lot of stre...2020-10-1532 minThe Philanthropy212 PodcastBuilding a Culture of Equity with Deniz Tasdemiroglu CongerDeniz Tasdemiroglu Conger is a Certified Fundraising Executive and the Chief Development Officer for the organization, Alliance for a Healthier Generation. As a Certified Fundraising Executive, Deniz has raised more than $150 million leading capital and comprehensive campaigns for nonprofit organizations in Michigan, Oregon, and national organizations. Deniz has a 22-year track record of success in the arts and culture, healthcare, human services, and higher education not-for-profit spaces. Her two most recent campaigns have been honored for being innovative game-changing projects and she's recognized as a leading force among her peers. She serves on the local an...2020-10-0823 minThe Philanthropy212 PodcastSteps to Cultivate Joy at Work with Dr. Jessica Louie of Spark Joy in HealthcareDr. Jessica Louie is the CEO and Founder of Spark Joy in Healthcare, a community to uplift and inspire healthcare professionals. She is also the CEO and Founder of Clarify Simplify Align, where she helps burned-out pharmacists and health care professionals transition their lives from surviving to thriving. Dr. Louie is a certified coach in the KonMari Method to help declutter your life, which she implements in her own technique as a Burnout Coach and chats about on her podcast, The Burnout Doctor. Dr. Louie has a Doctor of Pharmacy degree from the University of Southern California, i...2020-10-0124 minThe Philanthropy212 PodcastEthics and Philanthropy with Dr. Diana RangavesDr. Diana Rangaves is a Google Scholar Award-Winning Ghostwriter and Founder of Clinical Consultant Services and her ghostwriting business, Diana Rangaves Ghostwriting Services. She holds a Doctorate from the University of California, San Francisco, and has over 30 years of leadership experience and over 15 years as an academic professor. With her expertise, she offers progressive experiences in the development and oversight of academic programs, policies, and initiatives that promote student growth and achievement. Dr. Rangaves is the author of the Rosy Posy Papillion children’s series, donating 100% of her author royalties to Pap Haven Rescue. She also donates 100% of...2020-09-2437 minThe Philanthropy212 PodcastFinding Donor Affinity with Neil Smithson, CEO and Founder of Brightway DataNeil Smithson is the CEO and Founder of Brightway Data, a company focused on empowering non-profit organizations through intelligent predictive philanthropy screening. This method identifies overlooked populations of donors with a high propensity to donate based on behavioral indicators that aren’t usually picked up by other wealth screening technology. Before developing Brightway Data, Neil founded PARO Decision Support, a predictive modeling and account analytics software for healthcare. Through the PARO Presumptive Charity Score, Neil helped hospitals identify patients who needed free care—ultimately serving millions of patients. In this episode… Data is ubiqui...2020-09-1726 minThe Philanthropy212 PodcastScalable Personalization Through Digital Fundraising with Justin Ware, SVP of Digital at BWFJustin Ware is the Senior Vice President of Digital at Bentz Whaley Flessner (BWF). He was previously the Founder of Groundwork Digital, which was later acquired by BWF. An Emmy winning videographer and fundraiser, Justin started in TV News and attended the University of Minnesota for his higher education. From there, he entered the not-for-profit fundraising world. Justin has two decades of video-driven communication and fundraising experience for clients in education, healthcare, humanitarian aid, and other not-for-profits. In this episode… Digital fundraising is now inevitable for fundraising professionals. The problem is, inboxes are bus...2020-09-1031 minThe Philanthropy212 PodcastThe Principles of Good Governance in Nonprofit Organizations with Philip PurcellPhilip Purcellis the Senior Counsel for Philanthropy on behalf of The Fellowship of Catholic University Students. He also serves as Adjunct Faculty at Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy. As part of the Adjunct Faculty,Philipteaches the Law of Nonprofit Organizations and Planned Giving. He's an Editor of Planned Giving Today and Senior Counsel at Heaton Smith Group, which is involved with legacy planning.Philipis also the Lead Counsel for the Community Foundation Legal Help Desk, which is a national service. He's the Vice-Chair of the Legislation Committee of the American Bar Association’s Charitable Group and...2020-09-0335 minThe Philanthropy212 PodcastPlanning in Uncertain Times with Jason Zajac of Celsinus PartnersJason Zajac is the Principal of Celsinus Partners. He has worked in the philanthropic field for 27 years and has helped clients raise over $750 million. Through Celsinus Partners, Jason provides highly-customized fundraising plans for regional and national organizations. He develops strategies to help them authentically reach out to donors and build long-term fundraising capacity. He's served on several boards, including the Toledo Hospital Foundation, West Side Montessori, and Graham's Foundation. In this episode… When we started in the philanthropic industry, we had no idea what the future would bring—and we stil...2020-08-2735 minThe Philanthropy212 PodcastBest Practices in Philanthropy with Lorrie Hartley of The TKD FoundationLorrie Hartley is the Executive Director and Board Director of The TKD Foundation. She is a mission-driven and results-proven CEO with over 17 years of experience as an executive decision influencer in the not-for-profit sector. The hallmark of Lorrie's career has been working with mission-focused organizations to help humankind through servant leadership. She focuses on operational excellence, fostering extraordinary relationships internally and externally, and creating a culture of philanthropy through vision and partnership that brings a sense of community for the organization's stakeholders. Lorrie has a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration and Management and a Mast...2020-08-2030 minThe Philanthropy212 PodcastFalling in Love with Philanthropy with Tifany Boyles, Director of Global Philanthropy at Street Business SchoolTifany Boyles is the Director of Global Philanthropy at Street Business School, where she leads philanthropic partnerships, thought leadership, and stakeholder engagement. Their goal is to scale their entrepreneur training and self-efficacy programs through a social franchise model to ignite the potential in 1 million women globally. She previously worked with corporate foundations and multilateral NGOs, like the Western Union Foundation and UNICEF, to foster an environment in which women and children can achieve equality. Tifany holds a Bachelor's Degree from Pepperdine University and a Master's Degree in Philanthropic Studies from the IU Lilly School of Ph...2020-08-1335 minThe Philanthropy212 PodcastThe Power of Dignity in Creating Real Change with Devin Hibbard, CEO of Street Business SchoolDevin Hibbard is the CEO of Street Business School, an entrepreneurial training program that helps women living in poverty go from an average of $1.35 to $4.19 per day by starting their small businesses. Through a social franchise scaling model, Street Business School is active in 21 countries worldwide and will reach a million women by 2027. In this episode… The overarching purpose of philanthropy is to create real change in the world for and on behalf of donors. For that to happen, Devin Hibbard says not-for-profits need to help people claim that sense of value and contribution to cre...2020-08-0631 minThe Philanthropy212 PodcastMoves Management: Why It Still Matters with Randy Gorod of Pisgah ConsultingRandy Gorod is the President and CEO of Pisgah Consulting, a consultancy that works with small and medium not-for-profits to maximize impact by better understanding and implementing a comprehensive development planning process. Randy has been in development for over 25 years and has worked for the Jewish Federation of Greater Atlanta, Emory University, and the Jewish Agency for Israel. He started Pisgah Consulting over six years ago with a focus on positive change and institutional enhancement. In this episode… Building relationships with donors is a significant part of the philanthropic process. However, philanthropy professionals of...2020-07-3031 minThe Philanthropy212 PodcastHolistic Philanthropy & Impact Investing with Karen Wawrzaszek of Sullivan, Bruyette, Speros & BlayneyKaren Wawrzaszek is the Principal at Sullivan, Bruyette, Speros & Blayney. She is an executive that consults with families and institutions on investment and financial planning programs. Over the past 20 years, she's led a variety of impact investment initiatives and consulted with families of wealth that are on a journey to align their values with their investment and philanthropic initiatives. Karen also works with not-for-profit organizations to better understand the alignment of their missions and their investment capital. In this episode… Asking a donor for money is hyper-competitive, and even more so now that dono...2020-07-2338 minThe Philanthropy212 PodcastWireless Technology Creating Impact with Dori Kreiger of CTIA Wireless FoundationDori Kreiger is the Executive Director at CTIA Wireless Foundation, a foundation that advances social impact fueled by innovative wireless technology in American communities. Dori brings vast experience as a philanthropic strategist specializing in the intersection of not-for-profit and business. For more than 20 years, she's developed innovative programming and engagement opportunities to make philanthropy more impactful and rewarding for donors of all types, individuals, families, and corporations. She created and hosted Forward Thinking, a podcast series exploring the future of philanthropy, and has given countless presentations on trends, family philanthropy, and funder networks. Dor...2020-07-1629 minThe Philanthropy212 PodcastHigh-Functioning Not-for-Profit Boards with Ron MirendaRon Mirenda is the Founding Principal of Mirenda & Associates, with a focus on helping nonprofits foster successful and long-term relationships with donors. Ron has over 40 years of executive leadership, fundraising, and strategic planning experience. He has either managed or played significant roles in campaigns whose combined goals approached $850 million, including the $180 million campaign to build the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center of the National Air and Space Museum’s annex at Dulles Airport. Before founding Mirenda & Associates, he served as Vice President with national fundraising firms and provided consulting services to nationally-recognized organizations like the Fine Art...2020-07-0945 minThe Philanthropy212 PodcastApplying Digital Ethnography in Philanthropy with Dean Browell of FeedbackDean Browell is the Principal, Co-Founder, and Executive Vice President of Feedback, a company specializing in developing contextual voice-of-the-consumer research through digital channels for mid-size and large global brands. Dean has a passion for how generations interact online and his expertise is evident across many industries. He is a Board Member of the Society for Healthcare Strategy and Market Development, the Poe Museum, and the University of Richmond's Institute on Philanthropy, where he has taught for 11 years. In this episode… Not-for-profits are always looking to gain deeper insights into the (everchanging) minds of the...2020-07-0239 minThe Philanthropy212 PodcastBuilding Endowment: The New Normal for Not-For-Profits with Pete WaldronPete Waldron is the President of The Catholic Foundation of Eastern Pennsylvania, a non-profit that focuses on building and managing endowment funds. He has over 35 years of experience leading corporate citizenship, marketing, communications, and philanthropy efforts. Pete started his career in the newspaper industry before pivoting to public service as an appointed government official. He later landed a sugary-sweet consulting job in the candy industry with The Hershey Company before taking on a corporate affairs post at a wholesale petroleum company. In this episode… Generating revenue has been on hold for a lot of...2020-06-2528 minThe Philanthropy212 PodcastHelping Donors Get More Joy From Their Giving with Jay Weisman of Legacy Philanthropy GroupJay Weisman is a Chartered Advisor in Philanthropy and the Founder of Legacy Philanthropy Group. The Legacy Philanthropy Group provides innovative hands-on philanthropic programs and workshops designed to build bridges between nonprofits that offer the programs, expertise, and infrastructure to make an impact in our communities, individuals, and organizations that support the missions of these nonprofits with their time, talents, and money. Jay has spent many years working with donors, nonprofits, foundations, as well as corporate giving programs all across the United States. His clients have ranged from some of America's largest and most prestigious g...2020-06-1829 minThe Philanthropy212 PodcastWhat Now? Thriving in a Global Pandemic with Steve Higgins, President and CEO of CarterSteve Higgins is the President and CEO of Carter, an international company providing counsel in the areas of philanthropy, governance, and organizational planning. Before co-founding Carter with Bob Carter in 2011, Steve spent nearly six years with Ketchum as a Senior Vice President responsible for client development efforts. He has more than 20 years of experience in nonprofit consulting and strives to leave the world just a little better than he found it. In this episode… Philanthropic organizations are presently facing uncertain times as the world grapples with the COVID-19 pandemic. Some organizations have found a wa...2020-06-1128 minThe Philanthropy212 PodcastKey Leadership and Fundraising Practices with David Mehr, Assistant Vice President at CCS FundraisingDavid Mehr is the Assistant Vice President at CCS Fundraising, an organization that got its initial start in 1947 as a Community Counseling Service. It has a long history of providing philanthropic counsel and service to a spectrum of organizations and healthcare, the arts, and academia, medical schools, hospitals, public broadcasting, and conservation groups. As CCS Assistant Vice President, David has engaged in lead studies and campaigns for organizations including the Diocese of Brooklyn, Gracie Square Hospital, St. Joseph Health System, Delbarton School, Muhlenberg College, St. Peter's University, University of Maryland's St. Joseph Medical Center, and Green Chimneys. ...2020-06-0431 minThe Philanthropy212 PodcastResearch Translation to Attract Next level Partners for Medical Discoveries with Dr. Noel ChambersDr. Noel Chambers is the CEO of the National Foundation for Medical Research and Innovation in Australia. Dr. Chambers has worked in the medical research field for more than 30 years. He started as a researcher at the University of Sydney, where he commercialized his diabetes research before moving into industry, where he's held senior positions in research and business development. He has also taken the role of CEO at listed and unlisted biotechnology companies. For ten years, he's been applying philanthropy to assist research translation. In this episode… Every foundation has the ultimate pur...2020-05-2827 minThe Philanthropy212 PodcastBetter Together: How 11 Foundations Became a High Performing Team with Derek Groves of Essentia Health FoundationDerek Groves is the President and Chief Development Officer of Essentia Health Foundation. He was formerly the Chief Operating Officer of the University of Toledo Foundation. Derek is also a certified fundraising executive and a certified organizational development practitioner. He has a Master of Science degree in Organizational Management, and he is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Organizational Leadership. In this episode… Foundations are always looking to merge in the philanthropy industry but they all face one big problem: how to get their different development staff to work together on the same mis...2020-05-2134 minThe Philanthropy212 PodcastLeading High Performing Fundraising Teams with Emily GruenewaldEmily Gruenewald is the Vice President of Development at Overture Center for the Arts where she leads a team of seven fundraising professionals. She spearheads fundraising activities that aim to support and elevate their community's creative culture, economy, and quality of life through the arts. Emily has worked in the not-for-profit administration for 17 years and has held executive director roles for 12 years in arts organizations and higher education. In this episode… Creating a team that’s cohesive and collaborative is a challenge for most leaders, even in the philanthropy industry. According to Emily Gruenewald, managing your...2020-05-1430 minThe Philanthropy212 PodcastRaising Money with No CEO with Andrea DavidsonAndrea Davidson is the Vice President of Philanthropy at Sanford Burnham Prebys (SBP) Medical Discovery Institute. She's responsible for providing overall direction for advancing the institute's philanthropy goals and initiatives. Andrea joined SBP in 2017 from the University of California (UC), San Diego, where she served as Interim Associate Vice Chancellor of University Development and worked with a fundraising team that spanned the general campus and Scripps Institution of Oceanography. She led the development team to the most successful fundraising year in its history. Andrea’s first career was in medical surgical sales before making the tra...2020-05-0721 minThe Philanthropy212 PodcastPhilanthropy by Design with Robert Wicks of Gladstone Institutes FoundationRobert Wicks is the vice president of philanthropy and CEO of the Gladstone Institute. Prior to joining Gladstone, he was the director of West Coast Advancement at Dartmouth College based in the Bay Area. From 2006 to 2014, he worked in a series of frontline fundraising roles for Stanford’s Office of Development and the Graduate School of Business, specializing in the venture capital and entrepreneurial communities. Robert is a board member for YCore and has served as an advisor to the social entrepreneurs at the Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation, the Hasso Plattner Institute of Design at Stanford, and Car...2020-04-3040 minThe Philanthropy212 PodcastMastering the Art of Donor Meetings with Joanna Hogan of Porter HillsJoanna Hogan is a strategic fundraising coach. She helps fundraising professionals achieve extraordinary results by transforming their viewpoint and approach. Joanna is also the Vice President of Philanthropy at Porter Hills foundation in Grand Rapids, Michigan, and she has achieved remarkable fundraising success during her more than two decades of practical experience, including leading a $7.5 million campaign as Vice President of the Clark Retirement Community. In this episode… As a fundraising professional, you need to be all-in on your advocacy of making a difference in people’s lives and in helping people rally around a cause...2020-04-2323 minThe Philanthropy212 PodcastReaching Out to Donors with Joe Tumolo of Gift Planning DevelopmentJoe Tumolo is the CEO of Gift Planning Development. He has helped over 75 organizations expand their gift planning programs. He loves structure and process and works with his clients to get more intentional and confident about integrating gift planning into all of their internal conversations, donor interactions, and reporting. He likes to say gift planning is everyone's business. Joseph works with not-for-profit organizations of various sizes all across the U.S. Joe tests what he teaches through his work as a part-time major Gift Planning Officer for Salesian Missions based in New Rochelle, NY. In...2020-04-1636 minThe Philanthropy212 PodcastHealth, Justice, and Hope During Global Pandemic with Elliot Stockstad of Lutheran Community ServicesElliot Stockstad is the Chief Development Officer for Lutheran Community Services in the Pacific Northwest. He has spent 20 years in various non-profit leadership positions, including extensive work in fundraising and community engagement with local, regional, and international organizations. Elliot’s focus on adaptive leadership and creative partnerships have driven innovative startup programs, grassroots efforts, and larger strategic efforts on behalf of health and human Services, affordable housing, and child welfare. In this episode… In this time of physical distancing, it can be difficult to continue pursuing philanthropic activities because it involves a lot of pe...2020-04-0924 minThe Philanthropy212 PodcastFundraising Amidst COVID-19 with Rick Peltier of Franciscan Health FoundationRick Peltier is the Executive Director at the Franciscan Health Foundation serving Northwest Western Indiana. Prior to moving to the Northwest part of the state, Rick lived in Southwestern Indiana and was the Director of the St. Vincent Evansville Foundation. Rick graduated from Syracuse University with a Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism and enjoyed a 10-year career as a sportscaster. However, he traded his dream of working for ESPN for his passion for helping people in need when he joined the philanthropic world in 2011. In this episode… The impact of COVID-19 has been...2020-04-0233 minThe Philanthropy212 PodcastPartnering with Community Foundations with Richard PeckThere are different ways people can help a community. It could be through volunteer work like working with veterans or kids, through board memberships, and through donations. There are also non-profits that come in to link up philanthropic foundations with donors, which is an area that Richard Peck is incredibly interested in. Richard Peck is the Vice President of Development and Philanthropy Services at the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation. He leads the foundation's philanthropy and donor services team and oversees all aspects of development, donor engagement, and donor services. He previously served at The Geisel School of M...2020-03-2635 minThe Philanthropy212 PodcastEncouraging Generosity Through Research and Teaching with Dr. Russell James of Texas Tech UniversityDr. Rusell James is very well known in the philanthropic and estate planning fields. He is currently the Professor of Charitable Financial Planning at Texas Tech University where he is leading research on charitable giving and fundraising in pursuit of his focus to make and share words, pictures, and discoveries that help others to encourage generosity. His research has been cited in The Economist, The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, US News and World Report, CNN, NBC News, Bloomberg News, ABC News, USA today and the Chronicle of Philanthropy. In this episode… Th...2020-03-191h 03The Philanthropy212 PodcastStarting and Keeping Successful Donor Relationships with Martin LeifeldMartin Leifeld is a consummate professional and has been a leader in the philanthropic profession for many years. Martin learned the power of embracing discomfort, and through powerful human behavior techniques, was able to raise over $500 million for three organizations. He served as Vice Chancellor for University Advancement at the University of Missouri St. Louis for 10 years. While there, he led a dramatic increase in fundraising averaging $26.4 million per year. Martin was Associate Vice President for University Development at St. Louis University, where he led his team to raise $158 million in three years. Raising money be...2020-03-1248 minThe Philanthropy212 PodcastEncouraging Metrics with John MclntyreJohn McIntyre is the Chief Philanthropy Officer with Mercy Foundation, which is a part of the Dignity Health System. John's involvement in philanthropy spans more than 30 years and through that time he has worked with donors to advance higher education, health care, and social support care for the elderly, homeless, and disadvantaged. He believes it's his privilege and calling to help the most remarkable people on the planet -- those who choose to improve and save lives through their charitable giving to maximize the impact of their philanthropy and thereby change themselves and the world. In this...2020-03-0520 minThe Philanthropy212 PodcastMentoring Fundraisers with Aaron SandersonIt's interesting to note that one of the things preventing accelerated giving in North America is the retention of talent. Donors have said that the reason why they are no longer able to give donations is that their contacts in organizations keep changing. This poses a threat to the fundraising activities of organizations which is why Aaron Sanderson says that it is crucial for team members to build rapport with donors not for themselves but for their specific organization. He says that cultivating these relationships should be the main priority of fundraising leaders, the question is, how do they...2020-02-2724 minThe Philanthropy212 PodcastFundraising in a Merger Environment with Cristine More of the Wentworth-Douglass Hospital and Health FoundationCristine More is the Chief Philanthropy Officer at Wentworth-Douglas Hospital and Health Foundation. She has served in the not-for-profit community for nearly 30 years. Cristine previously served as the Interim Vice President for Development at Tufts Medical Center, raising the largest gift the Medical Center has seen in the last 20 years. She has also served as the Chief Development Officer at The Caroll Center for the Blind. In this episode… Mergers in the not-for-profit environment do happen depending on the resources available and how the merger process is carried out. These mergers can prove to...2020-02-2026 minThe Philanthropy212 PodcastFundraising Certifications with John DrakeThere are many reasons for fundraisers to pursue certification in philanthropy. According to the CFRE, 51% of CFRE's receive their employer’s support toward their initial certification while 63% of employers put money towards the continuing education of their fundraisers, required for recertification. So what makes philanthropy certification so interesting? John Drake is the President of Baylor Scott and White Irving Foundation, and he has been a donor helper for 35 years and has worked for Baylor Scott and he has other experience in advancement from the Dallas Technological Seminary and Baptist Health System of San Antonio. John has had hi...2020-02-1331 minThe Philanthropy212 PodcastThe Evolving Role of the Not-for-Profit Sector with Bret Heinrich of Wings of HopeBret Heinrich is the President and CEO of Wings of Hope, a 501(c)(3) organization that was founded in 1962, that changes and saves lives through the power of aviation. Bret also teaches masters' level classes in fundraising and not-for-profit work at two universities in St. Louis. Wings of Hope operates the Medical Relief and Air Transport (MAT) public benefit flight program in the United States. It also works with partners to deliver humanitarian services on a global basis. The organization is a two-time nominee for the Nobel Peace Prize.2020-02-0629 minThe Philanthropy212 PodcastHow to Build a Culture of Philanthropy with Tamar Copeland of the James Beard FoundationTamar Copeland is a not-for-profit Executive with more than 20 years of experience in not-for-profit resource development, strategic planning, and organizational management for diverse causes including social and economic justice, international development, arts and culture, women and girls, and academia. Tamar holds both Bachelor's and Master's degrees from Carnegie Mellon University and is currently serving as the Vice President of Development at the James Beard Foundation. In this episode… A culture of philanthropy is often the desired state for any fundraising organization or nonprofit. But the roadmap to actually getting there is a little amb...2020-01-3021 minThe Philanthropy212 PodcastDonor Recognition with Christina AmriIn the world of fundraising, if people are not moved emotionally, things are harder to get done. Putting up a list of people and what they have done isn’t enough--people want to feel seen and recognized for doing something in a tangible manner that has a personal touch. And what better way is there to bridge the community together than through an artwork that makes someone a part of what represents what an organization stands for. This is what Christina does for her clients over at Amri Studio. Christina Amri is the founder, principal, an...2020-01-2326 minThe Philanthropy212 PodcastFundraising Metrics with Bill LittlejohnBill Littlejohn is one of the nation's leading healthcare philanthropy professionals with more than three decades of experience. He has led & directed philanthropic programs that have generated more than half a billion dollars. He is a 1980 graduate from the University of Virginia with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics. He is also a past chairperson of the Association of Healthcare Philanthropy. In this episode, Penny Cowden talks with Bill Littlejohn about the role of metrics in creating and sustaining successful philanthropic programs. They discuss the evolution of metrics in philanthropy, how to balance leadership objectives and...2020-01-1626 minThe Philanthropy212 PodcastStrategic Planning: How Often, Who Should Be Involved, and How to Make Sure it is a SuccessWhen it comes to strategic planning, the biggest mistake often made is that the people involved try to do too much. They have too many goals yet there's no way they can accomplish all of them. They get overwhelmed. To have a successful strategic plan, you have to be realistic about it. For the annual plan, you want to pick a few things which the foundation can accomplish in a reasonable timeframe. In this episode, Penny Cowden talks about the process of creating a good strategic plan, how often it should be done, how many...2020-01-0913 minThe Philanthropy212 PodcastReclaiming Corporate Trust and Respect Through Inspiration with Dr. Lance SecretanDr. Lance Secretan is one of the world's top authorities in inspirational leadership. He's a trailblazing teacher, adviser, and expert on corporate culture whose best selling books, inspirational talks, and life-changing retreats have touched the hearts and minds of thousands of people worldwide. He's the author of 21 books with the latest being "The Bellwether Effect". He is a speaker and acknowledged globally as one of the most insightful and original leadership teachers. He coaches & advises leaders globally, guiding leadership teams who want to transform their culture into the most inspirational in their industries. In this episode, Penny...2020-01-0228 minThe Philanthropy212 PodcastGratitude and the Clinical Experience with Randall HallettMany clinicians don't understand that what they do every day may seem ordinary to them but for those on the outside, it is extraordinary. And those extraordinary experiences lead to gratitude which may be expressed through giving, and this makes the patient happy. Happiness is a result of doing things for others and is part of the healing process. So how can health professionals recognize the cues of gratitude? Randall Hallett knows how. Randall Hallett is the President and Principal Consultant for Gobel Consulting, a leading firm in the health care of philanthropy. He oversees t...2019-12-2634 minThe Philanthropy212 PodcastWhat Millennials Want with Sarah Landman and Abigail WrightMillennials live in an instant culture and kind of expect the same thing with their philanthropic giving. They want to see results almost in real-time. They want to see that their gifts and resources are making a difference. But what else do they expect from fundraisers? Sarah & Abigail, millionaire millennials, have all the answers. Sarah Landman has served as a major gift officer and leader of two national fundraising consulting firms and helped raise over $500 million for not for profits during her 15-year career. She holds an MA in Philanthropy and Development from St. Mary's University of M...2019-12-1928 minThe Philanthropy212 PodcastHow to Have an Effective BoardA board can make or break your entire development program. So if you have a weak board or a board that is not involved, un-willing to give, receive, or talk to people, then your program will not go very far. Fundraisers are not equal to donors. Peer to peer fundraising has been proven time & time again to be the most effective way to raise money. So having a strong board gives you that leverage with donors, that their peers are asking them to consider participating in the mission of the organization. Penny Cowden sits down...2019-12-1218 minThe Philanthropy212 PodcastCompelling Conversations: How to Effectively Market a Philanthropic CauseThe marketing department of a typical for-profit organization has a huge role to play in the success of the company. Its job is to spread the word the products or services that the company brings to the world. Philanthropic marketing, on the other hand, is a whole different ball game. It is about telling stories of impact that donors have had and putting those stories in a way that compels other donors. Fundraising is all about relationships. You can't build a truly authentic and sincere relationship with donors through mass communication. In this episode, Penny C...2019-12-0512 minThe Philanthropy212 PodcastBuilding a Culture of PhilanthropyThe culture of an organization is very important in philanthropy. It is also important that the entire organization gets involved in building that culture and not get too bogged down in the business of philanthropy. Culture eats strategy every time, meaning that if you don't pay attention to your culture, your strategies are not going to be as effective or even effective at all. In this episode, Penny Cowden talks about building a culture of Philanthropy, how to get the entire foundation involved, and examples of organizations that encourage giving back to society. H...2019-11-2811 minThe Philanthropy212 PodcastCEO/CDO Relationships with Ed FlynnAs a Chief Development Officer in a fundraising organization, it is not ideal to be an obstacle to the Chief Executive Officer. There's nothing more important than a good CEO-CDO relationship to deliver service. It's not just about raising money; it's about the partnerships you have in leadership. Ed Flynn is the Principal of Flynn Consulting. He has over 30 years of experience in the not-for-profit sector and his background includes 501(c) (3) formations, governance, board recruitment, and strategic planning. Ed has raised in excess of $280 million over the course of his philanthropy career. He has consulted with numerous...2019-11-2125 minThe Philanthropy212 PodcastThe Art of PhilanthropyStaying true to your donors is the commitment you make when you agree to be a fundraiser. But the organization’s leadership and metrics don’t always operate harmoniously with those ideals. Donors don't have the same priorities or needs as those who operate behind the scenes of the philanthropic organization. So how do you get the most out of donor relationships? In this episode, Penny Cowden talks about the Art of Philanthropy, coming up with realistic goals, and training young fundraisers on how to get the most out of donor relationships. Here’s a gl...2019-11-1515 minThe Philanthropy212 PodcastHigh Achievers in Fundraising with Dr. Tricia GroffHigh achievers have a strong will and a high degree of confidence in who they are. They are open to learning and have very high expectations of themselves and of others. Dr. Tricia Groff is a psychologist, writer, and speaker. She specializes in the personal and professional development of high achievers. She obtained her Masters of Science at Millersville University in Pennsylvania and Doctorate of Philosophy at Ball State University in Arizona. She currently maintains a private practice in Phoenix, Arizona. In this episode, Penny Cowden talks to Dr. Groff about working with high achievers, i...2019-11-0719 minThe Philanthropy212 PodcastWhat is a Capital Campaign and Why Do One?When running a capital campaign, you should expect the unexpected. This is because at one point or another it may stall or look hopeless. But Penny Cowden has some great advice from her many years of experience she has accumulated from running very successful campaigns, helping raise over $100 million. In this episode, Penny will tell us what capital campaigns are, how they work, and what to do when things go wrong. Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn: (01:35) What is a capital campaign? (02:15) Case study of a capital campaign that s...2019-11-0711 minThe Philanthropy212 PodcastThe Origins and Inspiration Behind Philanthropy212Penny Cowden is the founder of Philanthropy212. She spent 25 years as a front-line funder managing all aspects of fundraising programs including board development & training. In the course of her career, she has helped raise over $100 million. This week we will explore the inspiration and creation of Philanthropy212, including some of the big avoidable missed-opportunities she saw in major organizations making when they go out to raise funds for their ongoing courses. In this episode, John Corcoran is joined by Penny Cowden to talk about how Philanthropy212 was started, what the name means, working with donors, a...2019-10-1913 min