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You may already be planning the fundraising event that will define your year. If you want guests to give generously, stay engaged and return next year, the experience cannot be left to chance. Every touchpoint matters. In this episode, we sat down with Keely Scarlata Majka, founder of Sonder & Santé , to explore what it takes to design a fundraising event as a complete, cohesive journey. From...

In this episode of The Secret Guide to Fundraising – Partner Edition , Jazz is joined by Dan Campbell , founder of Raising Paddles and one of the most respected voices in fundraising auctioneering. Dan shares his unconventional journey: growing up in a family of auctioneers, building a high-flying corporate career at Oracle, and then making a life-changing pivot into the nonprofit world after the...

In this episode of The Secret Guide to fundraising hostJazmin Peach sits down with Mary Davidson, MBA, founder of EP Events and co-host of the Better Events Podcast. With over twelve years of experience in fundraising and event management, Mary has helped countless nonprofits planpurposeful, mission-driven events that deliver real results. Together, Mary and Jaz discuss how to run events thatconne...

George Franco is an Emmy-nominated journalist who spent decades reporting for FOX 5 Atlanta before pivoting into the world of fundraising. Today, he is known as the Good News Auctioneer and is one of only 3% of auctioneers nationwide with the Benefit Auctioneer Specialist designation. He brings the polish of a broadcaster and the expertise of a seasoned fundraiser to every event he leads. In this...

From the world’s most exclusive art auctions to the heart of non-profit fundraising, Jacqueline Towers Perkins has carved a unique path as a benefit auctioneer. In this Partner Edition of The Secret Guide to Fundraising, Jacqueline shares the insider secrets that help organisations raise more on the night. From flawless pre-event prep, to reading the room, to turning guest engagement into generous...

In this episode of The Secret Guide to Fundraising: Partner Edition, Jazmin Peach sits down with Cheryl Gentry, founder and CEO of Glow Global Events, to uncover what it really takes to craft unforgettable fundraising events. With a dynamic background in public relations and more than two decades at the helm of an award-winning event agency, Cheryl has produced hundreds of high-impact events for n...

What turns a good fundraiser into a record-breaking success? In this episode, Jazmin Peach chats with fundraising expert Seth Weiner, known as Your Rocktioneer®, about the tools and techniques that supercharge benefit auctions. With over a decade in the fundraising space, Seth has helped nonprofits across the US generate millions through expertly executed events. Blending his background in music a...

If you’ve ever wondered how to make your auction the highlight of the fundraising calendar—or why everyone keeps talking about the power of a paddle raise—this is the episode for you. In this special Partner Edition of The Secret Guide to Fundraising, Givergy’s very own Jazmin is joined by benefit auction royalty: Erin Ward, third-generation auctioneer and founder of Star Benefit Auctions. With a...

What makes a fundraising auction truly successful? It’s not just about fast-talking bids—it’s about storytelling, energy, and creating moments that inspire people to give. In this episode of The Secret Guide to Fundraising , we’re joined by TiWanna Kenney (TK), founder of Astounding Auctioneers , who has helped raise over $45 million for community causes. TK shares her expert insights on how to pr...

In this episode of The Secret Guide to Fundraising, host Jordan chats with Anthony Spencer, Event Manager at Help Musicians. With nearly a decade of nonprofit experience—and a unique background as a performer at Disneyland Paris—Anthony shares practical tips for growing your audience and boosting your campaigns. Discover creative strategies for sourcing unconventional venues, balancing digital and...

In this episode of The Secret Guide to Fundraising, we launch a new segment spotlighting some of our remarkable partners in the fundraising sector. This week, we delve into transforming traditional donor-fundraiser interactions into meaningful, lasting relationships. Our guest, Steve Yastrow, is a renowned business advisor, speaker, and author of bestselling books including 'Ditch the Pitch&#3...

On this episode of The Secret Guide to Fundraising , host Jordan Morris sits down with Loana Valdez, Manager of Community Relations at Kindred, to explore the fundraising landscape of 2024. With nearly a decade of experience in the mission-driven sector, Loana shares her firsthand insights into the challenges nonprofits have faced this year, especially for smaller and medium-sized organizations na...

Take a seat, grab your headphones, and get ready—because we're back with another unmissable episode of The Secret Guide to Fundraising! This week, we had the privilege of sitting down with Nikki Kinloch, a nonprofit powerhouse and the CEO of Cure Cancer, to delve into her inspiring journey and groundbreaking achievements during challenging times. Since stepping into the role in 2018, Nikki has led...

In this episode of 'The Secret Guide To Fundraising' we chat with  Daniel Strang ​​​​​​who, in 2013, transformed his passion for sports and community into action, organizing a charity boxing event in New Zealand that raised over $25,000 for a local nonprofit. After relocating to Winnipeg, Canada, Daniel expanded the concept and founded Fight For Charity in 2017. The inaugural Canadian event raised...

On this week's episode, our host Jordan Morris is joined by renowned philanthropy expert  Gail Perry , founder and CEO of Gail Perry Group. Together they delve into the wonderful world of  capital campaigns ,  donor psychology , and mastering  the art of the ask. With over 30 years of experience helping nonprofits reach their fundraising goals, Gail Perry is recognized as one of America’s Top 20 F...

This week's podcast episode explores the best ways of utilizing your event staff to drive more impact at your fundraising events! Joining us to discuss all things staffing, from effective training, to successful fundraising case studies were Founder, CEO of Life Event Staffing, Lauren Batterby and Senior Staffing Manager for KruLive, Patricia Murray. With over 10 years of industry experience, Laur...

In this insightful episode of 'The Secret Guide to Fundraising', non-profit experts Julia Campbell and Paul D’Alessandro discuss the complexities facing non-profits amidst evolving donor needs, tech landscapes and social media ethics.  Julia and Paul delve into the dual pressures of engaging responsibly on platforms while leveraging them for visibility, shifts in donor behavior, the impact...

2024 is a massive year for elections around the world, which can bring a mixture of emotions for fundraisers such as uncertainty, frustration, and hope. These are pressing feelings for both fundraisers and donors, so how can charitable organizations navigate this time when the potential for significant change looms large? On this week's episode of The Secret Guide to Fundraising, we delve into...

This week on the 'The Secret Guide to Fundraising' podcast, we’re joined by Cat Content Strategist, Samantha Bell, and Social Media Fundraising Specialist, Emilie Rackovan, to discuss the latest ways non-profits are engaging with the next generation of donors using influencers. Samantha works for Best Friends Animal Society and also serves on the board of Mission Meow, a charity that provi...

Welcome to another episode of the Secret Guide to Fundraising. This week we were delighted to talk to Influencer Relations Specialist, Ash Collins! Developing and managing partnerships with donors is a skill that fundraisers have perfected, but the art of applying this craft to influencers is fairly new. Working for Best Friends Animal Society, Ash oversees partnerships and collaborations with soc...

Drawing up a shortlist of potential high impact sponsors for your organisation can be daunting. Who is a good fit? Will their sponsorship lead to meaningful impact? How do you manage the relationship after its inception? Having the right answers to these questions can lead to delivering real change for your organisation and the communities it serves. We’re talking to Olivia Baston-Pitt, Senior Spo...

Join us as we explore the burgeoning relationship between non-profits and influencers with innovator Ashwath Narayanan. Ashwath is CEO and Founder of Social Currant, a business that helps nonprofits, impact organizations & issue-focused organizations collaborate with creators to reach audiences more effectively. Since founding Social Currant in 2020, Ashwath has gone from strength to strength....

Joining us in this episode to dive into the world of major gift fundraising is Julie Ordoñez. Julie is a Major Gifts Strategist and Fundraising Coach on a mission to equip leaders with the courage to ask for more and raise multi-billions to solve the world’s most pressing issues. With 14 years of experience in major gifts, Julie was a top 1% performer at United Way of Greater Los Angeles among 90...

In this episode, we’re delighted to be talking to Cure Cancer’s Head of Gaming and Streaming, Shane Bailey, about the immense potential gaming has as a fundraising strategy. Head of Gaming and Streaming is not a job title many people would associate with the non-profit sector. However, Shane has worked in this role for the past two years demonstrating that there is huge opportunity for non-profits...

The fundraising industry is subject to the effects of Ai just like all other sectors. How can you stay on top of the trends? On this episode of our podcast, we're chatting with John Roberts who has been in the fundraising industry for close to 10 years. Having spent time working with Givergy, he focuses on supporting non-profits with data mining using powerful AI tools and helping to increase...