"Funding the Future NOW" Podcast

The conversation covers the challenges of balancing inspiration and metrics in the nonprofit world, building trust, strategic focus, and personal insights from Amy's experiences as a triathlete and professional. Amy shares valuable advice and practical strategies for nonprofit leaders, emphasizing the importance of trust, impact, and prioritization. Takeaways Trust is built through consistency, ge...

The conversation explores the challenges of donor retention, mistakes in donor stewardship, crafting authentic messaging, the power of storytelling, creating a vision for change, multi-channel integration, measuring what matters, maintaining personal connections, balancing authenticity and frequency, learning from failure, and disconnecting and recharging. Takeaways Craft authentic and genuine mes...

The podcast episode features a discussion on process improvement, effective meeting agendas, the buffer concept, implementing EOS, and dealing with operational chaos. The guest shares personal and professional insights, providing valuable advice for leaders in non-profit organizations. Takeaways Process improvement for focusing on the mission Effective meeting agendas Chapters 00:00 Introduction t...

The conversation covers the power of storytelling in fundraising, understanding regional advantages, the impact of podcasting on fundraising conversations, collaborative fundraising, personal advice, habits, learning from failure, and disconnecting to recharge. Takeaways Powerful storytelling is essential in fundraising Understanding regional advantages is crucial in fundraising Podcasting can imp...

The conversation delves into the challenges of fundraising metrics, the role of nonprofit leaders in fundraising, the importance of engagement as a marketing metric, the transformation of nonprofit messaging, reframing marketing as an investment, and turning setbacks into success. Key takeaways include the significance of engagement as a marketing metric, the essential role of storytelling in conn...

The conversation explores common leadership blind spots and their impact on nonprofit fundraising. Mac's varied background, transition to training, and unconventional fundraising approach are discussed. The power of storytelling in fundraising, leadership blind spots in nonprofits, and connecting donors to alternative futures are explored. Additionally, resource development, organizational sustain...

The conversation covers the early warning signs of nonprofit leader burnout, the importance of managing relationships with boards, funders, and public agencies, the impact of asking the right questions, and the need for creating thinking time for clarity and reflection. Tricia Richardson shares insights on recognizing warning signs, building relationships, the power of questions, and the importanc...

Dr. Brandon Schmidley, Vice President for Advancement at Crown College, shares his journey from a small town in Missouri to higher education and fundraising. His background in philosophy has equipped him to navigate the ambiguity and analytical aspects of fundraising. He emphasizes the importance of critique and learning from failures, and finds recharging in family connections. Takeaways Diverse...

The conversation covers the introduction and background of Tyler Van Epps, the mission of the National Christian Foundation, the importance of creating value before asking, the relationship between confidence and giving, working with donors and appreciated assets, and personal insights and advice. The key takeaways include the importance of providing value before asking and the impact of confidenc...

The conversation delves into the world of nonprofit fundraising, emphasizing the importance of relationships in donor engagement and the significance of involving donors in the mission. It explores effective communication strategies, personal growth through failure, and the value of relaxation and recharging for nonprofit professionals. Takeaways Relationships are key to donor engagement Engaging...

The podcast episode features Mandy Pearce, the owner of Funding for Good, discussing her experience in the nonprofit sector and the challenges faced by nonprofit consultants. The conversation covers topics such as mindset around money, strategic planning for nonprofits, the consulting business model, learning from failure, and the value of consultants in the nonprofit sector. Takeaways Mindset aro...

The conversation explores the importance of clarity in communication, especially in the context of fundraising and nonprofit leadership. It delves into the power of clear messaging to attract donors, the process of distilling a complex mission into an authentic and irresistible message, and the significance of inspiring confidence and investments. Additionally, it discusses the rebuilding of fundr...

The conversation explores the intersection of faith, leadership, and business, focusing on aligning purpose with God's calling, transforming organizational culture, sustainable leadership practices, and fundraising as a kingdom activity. Takeaways Purpose Alignment Organizational Culture Transformation Sustainable Leadership Practices Fundraising as Kingdom Activity Chapters 00:00 Aligning Purpose...

The conversation delves into the intersection of brand and fundraising strategy, the challenges of balancing operational needs with major donors, navigating transformational gifts, strategies for exhausted major donor connections, maintaining mission focus with transformational gifts, and differentiating nonprofit organizations. Additionally, insightful professional and personal advice is shared,...

The conversation with Steve Sonderman delves into the importance of authentic community, intentional pathways for engagement, and the multiplication mindset for sustainable growth. Steve shares insights on developing an intentional plan for discipleship, creating authentic community, and addressing challenges faced by nonprofits. He also reflects on personal advice and experiences. Takeaways Authe...

The conversation covers Jay Link's journey from preacher to fundraiser, his experience in financial services, and his transition to the nonprofit world. It delves into the principles of kingdom fundraising and the personal transformation required for fundraisers. It also explores the shift in donor conversations and the impact of embracing the four cornerstones of kingdom fundraising. The conversa...

The conversation delves into the themes of authenticity, emotional capacity, integrated leadership, and wholeness. It explores the challenges of leadership, authenticity in high-stakes meetings, releasing inherited narratives, emotional resilience, embodied action, and advice for nonprofit executives. The discussion also covers professional advice, personal growth habits, advice to the 20-year-old...

The podcast episode features a conversation with Bill Goodwin, author of 'Priority Living, Seven Pillars to Make Your Life Count.' Bill shares insights on living with intentionality, creating margin, and distinguishing between goals and growth. He also discusses the power of the calendar, finding rhythm, and the importance of professional advice and daily habits. Additionally, he reflects on lesso...

The conversation covers the strategic guidance provided to nonprofits, the importance of clarity in organizational vision and mission, the process of building compelling case statements for fundraising, and the management of donor relationships and expectations. It also delves into the significance of setting deadlines and trusting the outcome in fundraising efforts. The conversation delves into t...

The conversation delves into the work of Global Partners in HOPE, focusing on medical care and impact in West Africa, as well as the importance of building trust and deepening donor relationships. It explores the understanding of donor interests, engaging long-term donors, and personalized donor communication, emphasizing the significance of impactful donor relationships and building trust. The co...