In this episode of Mastering Fundraising, host Chris Looney sits down with Kenya Beckmann, a dynamic leader in healthcare and higher education philanthropy, to explore one of the most under-discussed yet powerful strategies in modern fundraising: the shared support model.

Drawing from her experience at Providence, one of the nation’s largest health systems, Kenya unpacks how coordinated, enterprise-wide fundraising infrastructure can dramatically elevate performance across multiple foundations and communities. From donor research and communications to data analytics and principal gifts, she explains how shared services can drive greater speed, expertise, and impact without sacrificing the local relationships that fuel philanthropy.

This conversation goes far beyond theory. Kenya shares practical examples of how this model has led to record-breaking fundraising results, accelerated the adoption of strategies like comprehensive campaigns and endowed chairs, and strengthened physician and board engagement across diverse markets.

Equally compelling are her insights on leadership. Kenya outlines the mindset required to successfully manage complex, multi-entity fundraising environments, emphasizing emotional intelligence, humility, process discipline, and a deep commitment to local empowerment. Her philosophy of “high accountability and high love” offers a refreshing and actionable framework for nonprofit leaders at every level.

Whether you’re leading a hospital foundation, working within a federated nonprofit system, or simply looking to scale your fundraising impact, this episode provides a rare and valuable look into how shared support models can unlock new levels of performance and mission advancement.

Tune in to learn how to balance scale with local connection, leverage expertise across teams, and build fundraising systems that truly deliver on their promise.