Fundraising Beyond Borders Podcast

How can nonprofits create fundraising strategies that truly align with their unique missions and challenges? In this episode of Fundraising Beyond Borders Podcast, I dive into the critical importance of customized fundraising plans, especially for international nonprofits. I outline the four phases of creating a tailored fundraising plan: assess, clarify, strategize, and implement. Through these s...

Is your nonprofit’s website optimized to build trust and drive donations? In this episode of the Fundraising Beyond Borders Podcast, I talk with Ed Harris, owner of Blue Hills Digital, about the critical role nonprofit websites play in establishing credibility and engaging donors. We dive into key elements that make a nonprofit website successful, from clear messaging to a user-friendly donation p...

How can nonprofit leaders foster deeper connections and build resilient organizations? In this special episode of Fundraising Beyond Borders, I introduce a powerful presentation from the International Fundraising Summit featuring Simon Kiranda, a nonprofit leader from Uganda. Simon shares his inspiring journey in mobilizing international support and emphasizes the importance of understanding your...

How can you build meaningful relationships with major donors and ensure long-term support for your nonprofit? In this episode of Fundraising Beyond Borders Podcast, I sit down with Michelle Stein, founder of Handmade Fundraising, to explore the art of major gifts fundraising. Michelle shares her journey into major donor fundraising and highlights the importance of redefining what a major donor loo...

How can understanding cultural differences and tailoring your approach enhance your international fundraising success? In this episode of Fundraising Beyond Borders, I sit down with Katherine Lacefield, founder of Just Because Consulting, to explore the nuances of international fundraising. Katherine shares her insights on the importance of understanding the cultural and philanthropic contexts of...

How can nonprofits navigate the complexities of cross-cultural fundraising and build stronger connections with international donors? In this episode, I chat with Lindsay Ngidiwe, an expert in international development and board service, about understanding and adapting to diverse cultural approaches to donations and giving. Lindsay shares her insights on the differences in giving patterns across c...

Ever wondered how to craft fundraising appeals that truly resonate with donors and drive impactful giving? In this episode, I chat with Sandy Rees, founder of Get Fully Funded, about her fundraising journey and the key insights she’s gained along the way. We delve into the concept of a core number, which represents the cost to deliver a unit of service, and discuss how it can be effectively used i...

What if you had the insider knowledge to excel in grant writing and significantly enhance your nonprofit’s global reach? In this episode, I chat with Sophie, a grant consultant and founder of Flourish Fundraising, about the intricacies of grants and the international development sector. Sophie shares her inspiring journey into grant writing and her extensive experience working with various nonprof...

What if you could transform your fundraising efforts by leveraging the power of your community? In this episode, I chat with Jeremy Stern, Director of Partnerships at CauseMatch, and we’re unpacking the power of peer-to-peer fundraising to skyrocket your next fundraising campaign. Jeremy takes us on a deep dive into peer-to-peer fundraising, sharing insights on its benefits and how it differs from...

What if you could access the resources and support you need to successfully fundraise for international nonprofits? In the inaugural episode of Fundraising Beyond Borders, meet your host, Morgan Gross. Morgan shares her inspiring journey from teaching to co-founding a nonprofit focused on mental health and suicide prevention. She then discusses her move to Zambia and her experiences working with a...