Dynamic Nonprofits

Dynamic Nonprofits

By Dan SonnersBusinessNon-Profit
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Dynamic Nonprofits episodes

  • DNP Groundbreakers: Nhu Te, Editor-In-Chief @ NonProfit PRO

    As Editor-In-Chief for one of the non profit sector's most influential publications, Nhu Te has had a front row seat during a year of immense challenges and changes in fundraising. In this far reaching interview, Nhu shares her unique perspective on some of the most pressing questions and answers facing the industry. 

    Topics Include: The impact of COVID-19 and how Nonprofit PRO helped the sector respond, the George Floyd protests and the state of diversity and inclusion in fundraising, new technologies and what nonprofits need to do to reach a new generation of donors, fighting the stigma of overhead, and much more.

    Whether you want to take stock of how 2020 has changed fundraising or look ahead to what is coming next, you'll get value from Nhu's front line insights. 

    Show Notes:

    https://www.nonprofitpro.com/

    Nhu Te

    Editor-in-Chief/Content Director, NonProfit PRO


    37 min
  • DNP Groundbreakers: Gabe Cooper, CEO @ Virtuous

    As CEO of Virtuous and author of the book Responsive Fundraising, Gabe Cooper is leading the way to create a more personal, unsiloed experience between donors and the organizations they support. Dan's conversation with Gabe will change the way you think about fundraising and the relationship with your donors regardless of whether your non-profit is an institution built on direct mail or a digital-first destination for millennials and Gen-Z. 

    Topics discussed include: What is responsive fundraising?, what your organization can learn from Amazon and NetFlix, how changing consumer trends impact the non-profit sector, forced innovation due to COVID-19, how a responsive fundraising mindset can improve retention, using digital touch points to enhance direct mail, the power of personas, and much more! 

    If you're looking to move past buzzwords and get actionable advice on how personalization, automation, and multi-channel fundraising can improve your program you won't want to miss this groundbreaking discussion with Gabe Cooper. 

    Show Notes:

    https://www.amazon.com/Responsive-Fundraising-donor-centric-framework-nonprofits/dp/194419472X

    https://www.virtuouscrm.com/

    30 min
  • DNP Quick Take #13 - Debunking Direct Mail Myths
    Dan breaks down a recent NonProfit Pro article by Alicia M. Lifrak, CFRE which debunks myths surrounding direct mail and provides his own take on how direct mail myths could be limiting the success of non profits. Show Notes: https:www.nonprofitpro.com/article/debunking-myths-around-what-you-think-you-know-about-direct-mail/
    25 min
  • DNP Quick Take #12 - The New and Lost Art of the E-Mail Newsletter
    Dan looks back at the history of the email newsletter and it’s use in the nonprofit space. Then, he looks at how two commercial e-newsletters (Axios and Morning Brew) could be writing a playbook for how nonprofits can use the medium to provide more value to their donors. Show Notes: https://link.axios.com/join/am-signup?source=axios&campaign=streamcap_am4 https://www.morningbrew.com
    22 min
  • Special Interview: Fundraising During a Recession w/ Barbara O'Reilly, President AFP/DC
    Fundraising During A Recession: Nonprofit fundraising is a constant balance of trying to navigate the short term climate with your organization’s long term goals. As Principle and Founder of Windmill Hill Consulting and President of the Association of Fundraising Professional's DC Chapter, Barbara O’Reilly specializes in helping organizations do exactly that. In this special interview, Barbara joins Dan to discuss what the non-profit sector has learned from fundraising during COVID-19 and how those lessons can help organizations plan to raise money in the challenging economic climate that lies ahead.
    Topics Include: How to weather an economic downturn, the importance of long term planning, diversifying your fundraising and communication channels, emerging trends, why direct mail is more important than ever, and the advantages of building a communal relationship with your donors. 
    They open the show by discussing the sector's response to the murder of George Floyd and what the industry needs to do in order to address diversity and inclusion within it's ranks. 
    With Barbara's combined background of emergency fundraising and big picture planning, this interview will help you leverage the lessons of today into a plan that will help your organization survive and thrive during in uncertain times. 
    Show Notes:
    https://www.whillconsulting.com/  
    https://www.linkedin.com/in/boreillywhc/
    http://agitator.thedonorvoice.com/are-you-enjoying-a-direct-mail-christmas/
    52 min
  • Justice & Empathy
    Progress and change begins with having uncomfortable conversations. This recording is my attempt to do just that, I hope my thoughts help some of you articulate yours. Let’s stand together for equality and meaningful reforms. Silence due to discomfort can no longer be an option if we’re going to get there.
    22 min
  • DNP Groundbreakers: Justin McCord, VP SMarketing @ RKD Group & Host of Groupthinkers Podcast

    Did you know that over half of Americans have listened to a podcast? No longer a niche activity, podcast listening has grown by 50% over the last 3 years. The medium’s explosive growth has created a tremendous opportunity for non-profits to deliver value to their donors through the spoken word. As host of the Groupthinkers Podcast, Justin McCord has helped build RKD Group’s podcast into one of the most influential and forward thinking shows in the nonprofit sector. In this wide ranging conversation he talks to Dan about what it takes to build a successful podcast and how the format can help nonprofits provide information hungry donors with valuable engagement that can deepen relationships, improve retention, and fortify community with your organization’s most passionate fans. Topics include: The importance of a value-first approach, establishing your organization as an authoritative voice for your mission, content ideas, expectations about monetization, and why your content’s quality is much more important than your production values. Justin also shares his thoughts on the impact of “at home” content on the industry and how COVID-19 may permanently change fundraising best practices. Justin’s insights are a must-hear for any organization looking to get started or just curious about the power of podcasting.

    Show Notes:

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/mccordjustin/

    https://soundcloud.com/groupthinkers

    1 hr 1 min
  • COVID-19 Special Interview: Ben Harris, President @ Production Solutions
    The men and women behind direct mail production are often the unsung heroes of the fundraising process. As the nonprofit sector copes with the impacts of COVID-19 the vital and intricate role of direct mail production has been thrust into the spotlight. Ben Harris, President of Production Solutions, is someone who understands that role as well as anyone in the industry. In this interview he and Dan discuss the latest updates on the direct mail supply chain, the impacts of social distancing on production timelines, and the status of postal delivery. Ben also shares his thoughts on the bravery and resilience of production and postal workers and how COVID-19 could change the nonprofit sector forever. If you’re concerned about getting your mail out and getting it out on time this is an interview you won’t want to miss.
    50 min

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A different kind of nonprofit podcast! Dynamic Nonprofits' mission is to help nonprofit organizations increase their impact with an unsiloed approach to fundraising.