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172: Finding Belonging: Building Thriving Communities with Floyd Jones


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In this episode of What the Fundraising Podcast…

Today, we delve into the heart of community building with industry luminary Floyd Jones. Whether you're a nonprofit professional, community organizer, or aspiring change-maker, this conversation provides the tools, inspiration, and motivation to drive positive change in your community and beyond!

Floyd Jones is the Community & Partnerships Lead at Givebutter, a pioneering fundraising platform facilitating over $150M in annual donations for more than 35,000 causes globally. In his role, Floyd supports the Community team's growth strategy via partnerships, sponsorships, strategic campaigns, and special events. He works directly with Givebutter's Product, Success, and Marketing teams to support overarching company goals. Moreover, Floyd's dedication to community growth extends beyond his current role. Previously, he spearheaded transformative initiatives at Volo, garnering substantial funds and acclaim while fostering widespread social change and corporate involvement.

 

In this episode, you will be able to:

  • Discuss the importance of understanding data and metrics in driving impactful outcomes.
  • Elucidate how forging meaningful connections and leveraging resources can propel communities toward collective success, with a focus on partnership, promotion, and people.
  • Explore the challenges and triumphs of community leaders.
  • Learn practical strategies for overcoming obstacles and achieving lasting impact.
  • Reframe the approach, shift the mindset, and embark on a journey of growth and collaboration.


  • Get all the resources from today’s episode here


    Support for this show is brought to you by a beloved nonprofit fundraising platform Givebutter. Our friends at Givebutter really understand what it takes to stay connected to your donors and how to use your CRM to do it. Their free fundraising platform empowers millions of changemakers to raise more, pay less, and give better every single day. To learn more about them, head on over to givebutter.com/mallory


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    If you’re looking to raise more from the right funders, then you’ll want to check out my Power Partners Formula, a step-by-step approach to identifying the optimal partners for your organization. This free masterclass offers a great starting point

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