Danielle M. Locke

Fundraising Unfiltered

Business EN ↓ 6 episodes

Welcome to Fundraising Unfiltered—my love letter to nonprofit leaders who are done with sugar-coated advice and tired tactics that don’t work. I’m Danielle Locke, your Nonprofit Success Partner. I’ve raised tens of millions for organizations of all sizes, and now I help leaders like you fund your mission with confidence—without fear or burnout. We talk fundraising, staff drama, board issues, budget cuts—even bullet holes. Real stories. Smart solutions. Laugh-out-loud moments. Let’s go.

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Danielle M. Locke

Episodes

Ep 6 - Self-Love and Leadership 01.05.2026 21:44

In this episode, I’m diving into a topic that nonprofit leaders don’t talk about enough: burnout, energy depletion, and what it actually costs us to keep pouring from an empty cup. I sat down with Lori Spivey, founder of Energgirl LLC, to talk about what’s really happening in our bodies when we’re exhausted, overwhelmed, and constantly giving to everyone else. Lori shares her powerful personal sto...

Ep 5 - Monthly Donor Magic! 20.03.2026 32:59

In this episode, I sit down with Ronald Pruitt, Founder of 4aGoodCause , to unpack why monthly (recurring) giving is one of the most powerful tools for small nonprofits. We dive into how monthly donors tend to stay longer, give more over time, and create a stable, predictable revenue stream. I also share how to remove the fear around asking for recurring support, the tools that make it simple to s...

Ep 4 - “Crack the Code to a Successful Year-End Fundraising” 14.10.2025 12:52

How to Finish the Year Strong (Without Losing Your Mind) Summary: Overwhelmed by all the “shoulds” of year-end fundraising? Take a breath — Danielle Locke’s here to help. In this episode, she walks you through how to use what you already have — your stories, your donors, your mission — to create a heartfelt, high-impact campaign. Because effective fundraising isn’t about doing it all. It’s about d...

Ep 3 - Tech Tools That Actually Save You Time (Even If You're Not Techie) 31.07.2025 11:01

🎧 Episode 3 – “Tech Tools That Actually Save You Time (Even If You're Not Techie)” Think you’re too busy—or too “non-techie”—to use AI and tech tools in your nonprofit? Think again. In this episode of Fundraising Unfiltered, I'll break down the no-fluff, real-life tech tools I actually use in my day-to-day to save time, stay organized, and build stronger donor relationships. From AI note takers a...

Ep 2 - There's Still Money, Honey: Funding Sources You’re Overlooking 30.07.2025 9:22

In this eye-opening episode, we’re unpacking where the real money is hiding—and spoiler: it’s not just federal grants. We’re talking about underestimated goldmines like churches, local businesses, small family foundations, giving circles, and service clubs that are still giving generously . Whether you’re new to fundraising or a seasoned pro, this episode is your reminder: If you’re not asking, yo...

Ep 1 - The Time I got Fired and Started Locke Step Partners 18.07.2025 10:21

Kicking off Fundraising Unfiltered with the story that started it all—where we trade in sugar-coated nonsense for real talk, hard-earned wisdom, and the occasional F-bomb (because fundraising is not for the faint of heart). I’m Danielle Locke, your Nonprofit Success Partner, and in this very first episode, I’m taking you behind the scenes of the moment that flipped my life upside down... and set m...