Inspired Nonprofit Leadership

261: Better, Easier Donor Engagement


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Insights on core messaging, relationship building, and challenges nonprofit teams face in engaging donors… yes please! In this episode of Inspired Nonprofit Leadership, host Sarah Olivieri is joined by Erin Straza, an expert donor engagement strategist who shares her insights on exactly this! Sarah and Erin delve into the importance of clear problem articulation and explore how proper staffing and segmented donor communication can optimize nonprofit operations. Tune in for actionable tips to enhance your donor engagement and fundraising success.

Erin Straza CEO, MBA, and author, is a sought-after Chief Donor Engagement Strategist. She assists nonprofits in making their missions irresistible to donors. Her approach to core messaging and relationship building produces the stability necessary for organizational growth.

After earning her MBA at Illinois State University, Erin worked in corporate marketing and then taught marketing communications strategy at Illinois Wesleyan University. She is a published author, conference speaker, former podcast host, and avid reader.

Here's what to expect during the episode:

  • The Importance of Making Missions Irresistible
  • Challenges in Donor Communication
  • Effective Mission Statements and Donor Engagement
  • Staffing and Fundraising Strategies
  • Creating a Robust Case for Support
  • The Power of Pillar Content
  • Effective Donor Engagement Strategies
  • Balancing Resource Allocation

Connect with Erin:

website: erinstraza.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erinstraza/

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