Raise Nation

Co-hosts Dawn and Kristen explore passion, purpose, and meaning on 'It's a Gift,' a brand new series on Raise Ration Radio. Women's History Month, World Kidney Day, International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, and World Down Syndrome Day. What drives your passion?

What's the ideal amount to ask? Is it $25, $100, $1,000? Michael Gorriaran addresses how much to ask, every single donor, every time to optimize unique giving potential.

She sees it all, and then some. Meet expert mobile bidding consultant and top-rated event manager, Stacy Engstrom, who shares ideas on creative ways to deliver all the feels regardless if guests are in the ballroom or in their living rooms. Kiss Cam - brilliant!

With supporter-led fundraising influencing donation opportunities, nonprofits are seeking ways to optimize evergreen revenue. Julia Beltran explores how to Double the Donation and drive giving up a level or three. Ouch, four to seven billion giving dollars go unclaimed annually.

“The only way to do great work is to love what you do.” -Steve Jobs. Claire and Louis Murad are a dynamic duo who love what they do and do it well. Meet them in this fireside chat and learn all their fundraising secrets. Caution: creativity exposed.

Meet expert peer-to-peer consultant, Kim Hall . 'Meeting supporters where they are,' is not just a cliché statement, it's a can-do fundraising mantra that produces evergreen results...and it's much easier than you'd think. Kim tells personal and professional stories about how not to leave money on the table.

If you don't like the turf you're standing on, change it. Marshall Stockdell tells a powerful story about a couple's journey on and off the turf which ignites hope and confidence for students and athletes. The future plays here with Fields and Futures Foundation.

It takes a passionate family, a huge heart, and extreme selflessness to turn tragedy into legacy. OneCause's own Kim Haugh (peer-to-peer consultant) demonstrates how family and community came together in the wake of the untimely passing of their beloved family member and a Father of two young boys. Strong Hearts make Strong Players on and off the field.

Alice Austen (1866 - 1952) is one of America's most prolific female photographers. Brave, wicked smart, and unapologetic, Austen was a rebel who broke away from the constraints of her Victorian environment and forged an independent life that shattered boundaries of acceptable female behavior and social rules. Victoria Munro recounts this remarkable riches to rags story to deliver a profound messag...

6 in 10 adolescent girls battle low self-esteem. It's a crisis. We need to change the narrative. Missy Heilman is doing just that. “She is clothed with strength and dignity and laughs without fear of the future.” — Proverb 31:25. For girls and women everywhere.

Eliza taught her everything she needed to know about shifting mindset, learning differently, and systematic change. 'What doesn't kill you makes you stronger' are words to live by. From motherhood to fierce philanthropist, Aimee Darby describes how her daughter ignited a fire inside her and how a community is forever changed.

Mental Health America - it's a mission and a message. Myra Wilkey takes us on a journey from the uncomfortable to the comfortable. Tune in to hear about advances in how we approach mental health, the YOUnity model, how a supportive, mission-driven Board makes the difference, and how one many turned from homeless to mentor in this awe-inspiring episode.

Listen as young philanthropists, Alyssa and Amanda, share their story of establishing the Morgan Marie Michael Foundation at 14 and 19, respectively. Just in time for the Foundation’s 5th anniversary, Alyssa and Amanda talk autism acceptance, embracing neurodiversity, and empowering the next generation of activists and change-makers. Be inspired by their story, and take the first steps in discerni...

Frederick Douglas taught us, “Once you learn to read, you will be forever free.” Joe Berninger shares how Cooperative for Education is, poco a poco, freeing Guatemala from 1 in 3 persons being illiterate. Learn how one cooperative is changing lives through books.

Having a purpose in life is a fundamental factor of happiness. But how do you find your purpose? Catti Beals explains how a second chance for many in the state of Mississippi has influenced a meaningful life, happiness, and dignity, and caused a wonderful ripple effect for future generations.

Any one person can change the world, yes anyone. The secret ingredient may be as simple as demonstrating gratitude, every day, all day. David Linn takes you on a gratitude journey and chats about the generosity series. gratitude curriculum, and what it means to be truly grateful.

Chessie and Nick were aligned at, "Hello." This dynamic duo and Millennials themselves, share strategies for motivating millennials to future proof fundraising. The Millennial population is projected to peak in 2036 at 76.2 million - need we say more?

One in eight women are diagnosed with breast cancer; It's your responsibility to take control; there are miles and miles of reasons and hope. Pari Forood shares an intimate story about three courageous women with a dream, honors Samantha Scotti, and offers advice every woman, man, and child needs to hear.

Storytelling is the heartbeat of fundraising and the 2021 Raise Awards honors outstanding storytellers. Listen to award winner, Janine Konopelski as she recounts her story toward fundraising success. It's your daily dose of fundraising inspiration.

Pam channeled outlaw energy, Steve gave us all the feels, Patrick sang to us, Josh and Reggie danced, and we all played poker. Raise day 1 connected #FearlessFundraisers from around the globe. Will day 2 top it? Get the 411 at Raise Nation Radio.

Join the Raise Nation community to congratulate Raise 2021 Fundraisers of the Year: Bill Miller, Katie Koglman, and Nathan Smith. Listen to their stories, learn what motivates their teams, discover how they achieve fundraising success, and find out what makes this incredible group #FearlessFundraisers. Peers celebrating peers - it all happens on Raise Nation Radio.

Stephanie and Kirsten chat about their successful approach to donor relationships. Know your audience, target your messaging, and engage a multi-channel communication strategy to take donors on a journey with your mission and story. Ninety, personalized messages are never too many and a social media toolkit is a must.

If your organization has a list of name and emails addresses, you're ready for machine learning and data driven development. Shawn Olds shares how simple and cost effective it is to deploy artificial intelligence to drive development and growth with boodle AI. It's not rocket science, it's data science.

OneCause's own, Dawn Lego, and Benefit Auctioneer, Benjamin Farrell kickoff Raise 2021 and Raise Nation Radio. Listen in to learn about amazing Conference highlights, Thought Leaders that promise to inspire, and awe-inspiring Speakers you won't want to miss. It's Raise Nation Radio; all you need to do is click play.

In this episode of Raise Nation Radio, Michelle Casserly teaches us to keep on keeping, hiccups are learning opportunities, and playbooks are over-rated. Michelle shares how her team maintains laser sharp focus and embraces change. If you simply ask the right questions, stakeholders and supporters will help guide decisions to achieve fundraising success even if it's virtual golf.