Sustainable Giving

What does it take to shift an entire organization to a “sustainer-first” mindset — and keep donors engaged for the long haul? In this episode of the Sustainable Giving podcast, host Dave Raley sits down with Sofia Machado Lemus , Director of Multi-Channel Fundraising at Operation Smile . From her early work with underserved communities in Guatemala to leading multicultural and sustainer fundraisin...

What if your donors felt just as essential to your mission as the people you serve? In this episode of the Sustainable Giving podcast, host Dave Raley sits down with Tina Hudgins , a seasoned fundraiser, consultant, and educator who has spent her career helping organizations build donor-centric cultures that spark lasting generosity. From her days pioneering sustainer programs at International Jus...

What if the way we’ve been doing fundraising all along is actually setting nonprofits up to fail? In this episode of the Sustainable Giving podcast, host Dave Raley sits down with Author, Keynote Speaker, and Nonprofit Advisor Lisa Greer , a major donor with a front-row seat to the best (and worst) of fundraising. Lisa brings candor, humor, and wisdom as she unpacks why so much of fundraising feel...

What if the best glimpse into the future of fundraising isn’t found in trend reports or tech forecasts, but in the story of someone who’s already lived it? In this episode of the Sustainable Giving podcast, host Dave Raley sits down with Ken Burnett —legendary fundraiser, author of Relationship Fundraising , and one of the earliest champions of “regular giving.” Nearly 50 years ago, Ken stood wher...

What if the stories your donors need to hear aren’t the ones you’re telling, but the ones your community is waiting to share? In this episode of the Sustainable Giving podcast, host Dave Raley sits down with Natalie Monroe , Manager of Community Engagement at MemoryFox . Natalie brings a unique lens to the conversation, blending a background in agriculture and wine with a deep passion for visual s...

What if one of the key secrets to sustainable giving isn’t more staff or bigger budgets, but a better rhythm? In the latest episode of the Sustainable Giving podcast, Dave Raley sits down with Dr. Sanjay Bindra , a full-time cardiac electrophysiologist and co-founder of the zero-staff GOSUMEC Foundation USA . Together, they explore how Sanjay is combining medical insights, personal passion, and da...

What if generosity is the most underutilized force for global change? In this episode of the Sustainable Giving podcast, host Dave Raley is joined by Woodrow Rosenbaum , Chief Data Officer of GivingTuesday , to unpack how generosity is evolving, and what that means for the future of philanthropy. From invented holidays to the power of recurring giving, Woodrow brings a data-rich and human-centered...

What if your donors aren’t just generous—but are craving more ways to give? In this episode of the Sustainable Giving podcast, host Dave Raley sits down with Abby Jarvis , Head of Research and Editorial at Neon One . Abby brings over 12 years of nonprofit technology and communications experience, offering a rich perspective on how data can humanize the giving experience—and how nonprofits can harn...

Is it innovation if it doesn’t have sustainability built in? That’s the bold question at the heart of this conversation between your host, Dave Raley , and guest Becky Straw , Co-Founder and CEO of The Adventure Project . Together, they challenge the nonprofit sector’s obsession with short-term wins and one-time donations, and make the case for deeper, more sustainable change.  Drawing on Becky’s...

Welcome to Episode 1 of the Sustainable Giving podcast, where we’re shining a light on how generosity works in a world increasingly shaped by the subscription economy. Hosted by Dave Raley —speaker, consultant, and best-selling author of The Rise of Sustainable Giving —this show explores the trends, tools, and tactics powering the future of nonprofit fundraising through recurring giving. In this e...

Welcome to the very first episode of the Sustainable Giving Podcast , where we explore how the subscription economy is reshaping generosity and creating new opportunities for nonprofits to grow recurring giving. Hosted by Dave Raley —speaker, consultant, and best-selling author of The Rise of Sustainable Giving —this show will dive into the trends, tools, and tactics powering the future of nonprof...