In this episode of Mindful School Marketing, we sit down with Tesha McCord Poe, founder and CEO of Joy Raising. Tesha shares her inspiring journey from a successful legal career to building her own consultancy, where she blends fundraising with principles of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB). We dive into her unique approach to creating joyful, mission-aligned fundraising strategies, the importance of understanding donor backgrounds, and how to tap into the joy of giving. Tesha also shares practical examples of impactful campaigns and actionable advice for schools looking to incorporate DEIB into their fundraising practices.