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In this episode, we’re talking about Fast-Track Fundraising—how to raise more money, even if your social media audience feels tiny (or non-existent!). I’m sharing the bold strategies that helped nonprofits crush their Giving Tuesday goals—like one small organization raising record-breaking dollars with less than 1,500 followers. We’ll also take a close look at the 2024 Giving Tuesday numbers—$3.6 billion raised in the U.S. alone—and uncover why some nonprofits thrived while others didn’t. Spoiler: It’s not about going viral. It’s about activating the networks you already have and leaning into strategies like building a Social Street Team™. If you’re ready to ditch outdated fundraising tactics and unlock real growth, this episode is for you!

Topics:

• Why follower count doesn’t equal fundraising success and how smaller nonprofits are raising big dollars
• The problem with relying on traditional fundraising mindsets and risk aversion
• Insights from the 2024 Giving Tuesday results and how $3.6 billion was raised
• The power of activating a Social Street Team™: what it is, how to build one, and why it’s the future of fundraising
• Real-life examples of nonprofits leveraging small but mighty teams to raise tens of thousands of dollars
• How to cultivate younger donor bases and engage millennials, Gen Z, and Gen X
• Why broadcasting alone won’t cut it—focus on mobilizing and activating supporters

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There are 10 trends that are revolutionizing nonprofit fundraising in 2025 and beyond. If you're ready to build unstoppable donor movements and you're ready to break revenue plateaus, you're in the right place. If you follow these trends, you will see increased growth, increased donor engagement and retention, and of course, donations. So grab a pen, bookmark this and dive in with me!

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In this episode I want to talk about plateaus – every organization, every business ever has experienced some flavor of a plateau. For a lot of nonprofits, it sounds a little bit like this: Your campaign started strong, donations were rolling in, you are feeling excited because you can just feel the buzz. But then, like clockwork, it just flatlines. Plateaus don’t happen because donors stop caring, they happen because you stop giving them motivation to engage. So we're going to dig into the five reasons why plateaus happen today, and some of my favorite strategies to get you out of the messy middle, get you out of that plateau and close that campaign strong. 

Topics:

• Stop speaking at donors and start talking with them: If your messaging feels like a lecture, your donors wills top listening, plus refreshed ideas of how to engage instead 
• Use your biggest donors to their full potential: Plan ahead, mobilize your Social Street Team™, and fundraise as as team 
• Check your calls to action: Make sure your CTAs are specific while dialing up urgency and communicating the consequences of inaction
• Taking stock of your own energy: You have to be the most bought in person on your campaign to bring everyone else along for the ride 
• The impact of differentiation: Develop a personal, bold point of view and be unapologetic about your uniqueness in order to stand out from the crowd

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Today I’m sharing the the three questions every donor asks—whether they say them out loud or not—before they decide to give. Understanding these questions is a game-changer for creating campaigns, writing appeals, and connecting with donors.

If you’ve ever felt stuck crafting the “perfect” ask or struggling to connect with your audience, this episode will give you the tools to create messaging that resonates and inspires action. Tune in, and let’s answer those three questions together!

Topics:

• Why donors want to feel like partners, not heroes—and how this mindset shift changes everything
• The importance of showing the long-term impact of donors' gift, not just the immediate results
• How to build trust with donors by being authentic, relatable, and human
• Why having a strong street team and endorsement from others is so powerful in building credibility
• Tips for avoiding “emergency-only” fundraising and creating a sustainable message of change

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Y'all, we have a trio on the podcast today. I'm so excited to welcome Dr. Theresa Ashby and Catherine Curry-Williams to the podcast. Cat is a dynamic speaker and bestselling author known for her raw, authentic, and caring approach while Dr. Ashby challenges the status quo through her high-energy, cutting-edge, and humorous presentation leaves audiences re-imagining the future of business. Both are experts on collective giving and are reimagining philanthropy with their grassroots organization, The She Angels Foundation, where they are pooling their resources to make a big impact through $5,000 grants to underfunded organizations. What struck me most was their emphasis on making philanthropy accessible and fun – turning it into a "party" where members can see their dollars at work. They are challenging the notion that you need to be a major donor to make a difference, showing how small, consistent contributions can add up to create real change. After listening to this episode, you’ll feel energized about the potential for this model to transform the nonprofit and “community” landscape.

Topics:

• The power of collective giving and using strategic giving to make a huge impact with small donations while fostering community
• How Theresa and Catherine are reimagining what it means to be in community via diversity, belonging, openness and freedom – especially for women 
• Why Catherine believes people are inherently good, and how Dr. Ashby is helping people learn how to implement that good
• Living out your values not even in your daily life, but through your philanthropic efforts too in order to emulate how others can do the same 
• Recognizing that the younger generations are now in the position where they can teach us about giving, monetarily and beyond 

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Bloomerang is the complete donor, volunteer, and fundraising management solution that helps thousands of small and medium-sized nonprofits deliver a better giving experience and create sustainable, thriving organizations. Combining robust, easy-to-use technology with people-powered support and training, Bloomerang empowers nonprofits to work efficiently, improve relationships, and grow their donor and volunteer bases.

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Today, I’m taking you behind the scenes of something new I’ve been doing—an improv class! I signed up on a whim, and it’s been such a game-changer for how I think about fundraising, storytelling, and even just showing up for donors. In this episode, I’m sharing what improv has taught me about committing fully—whether it’s to your energy, campaigns, or messaging—and why half-hearted effort (what I call “decaf energy”) doesn’t cut it. I’ll give you tips on how to shift into full commitment, bring contagious energy to your work, and how to adopt those unexpected plot twists we all experience as nonprofit professionals in your campaigns. It’s all about stepping out of your comfort zone, going all in, and creating magnetic moments that draw donors and supporters to your cause. Let’s dive in!

Topics:

• How committing to your energy can transform your fundraising efforts
• Lessons from improv: letting go of self-doubt, embracing imperfection, and staying in the moment
• Why low energy (“decaf energy”) can hold back your fundraising campaigns and how to shift into full commitment
• Practical tips to boost energy: movement, music, visual triggers, and more
• The power of specific, bold storytelling to engage and excite donors
• How to handle plot twists in campaigns and stay focused on your end goal
• Ways to motivate and energize your board, donors, and supporters to take action

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We're digging into Giving Tuesday today. Last year, Giving Tuesday had a record breaking year. It broke all the years passed, raising $3.1 billion in the US alone. That was a 15% revenue increase over the previous year. Beyond that, research shows that 24% of Giving Tuesday donors are actually first time donors to the organization. So, today I'm going to share the 10 strategies that will help you have a record-breaking campaign, and this is something you can apply to any campaign so even if you’re listening to this when Giving Tuesday has already passed, don’t skip this episode! We’re covering everything from leveraging your current audience while also growing it to leaning into repetition and honing your follow up strategy and so much more. By implementing these strategies, you can achieve great success, whether it's for Giving Tuesday, year-end fundraising, or beyond. 

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Today, I'm so excited to introduce Dana Snyder, the author of The Monthly Giving Mastermind! Dana is all about helping nonprofits create steady, reliable support through monthly giving. She has a gift for turning one-time donations into ongoing support that organizations can truly depend on. She shares practical tips for starting and growing a monthly giving program that builds real connections with donors, creates a strong community, and boosts your impact over time. Whether you're new to monthly giving or ready to level up, Dana’s advice will help you build a loyal group of supporters who believe in what you do. 

Topics:

• Why recurring donations are essential for creating loyal donor communities and stable funding streams
• Building a “product” out of giving: How naming, branding, and purpose-driven communication can transform a donation into a meaningful donor identity
• The importance of crafting a donor journey that keeps donors engaged through personalized touchpoints, unique events, and surprise milestones
• How running compelling campaigns, leveraging automation, and using Facebook Ads can attract new donors and keep existing ones
• The most common pitfalls Dana sees in monthly giving programs and communication, and how to overcome them
• The future of nonprofit giving: Dana’s vision for democratizing philanthropy, allowing everyone to feel like a philanthropist, no matter the donation amount

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I am thrilled to speak with Erica Wassdorp, a monthly giving expert with over 41 years of experience, today. Monthly giving is on the rise and we’re sharing how to start or grow yours. And the best news from Erica? Your long-term success is more about investing time than money. She highlights the importance of shifting mindsets to see monthly donors as loyal, long-term supporters instead of smaller donors. When you listen in, you will hear practical strategies for engaging your database, from leveraging simple tools to crafting compelling value propositions. She stresses the power of personal connections, testimonials, and automation to enhance the donor experience. Listen to the full episode to unlock the transformative power of monthly giving for my organization!

Topics:

• Opportunities in monthly giving: Investing time rather than money to focus on younger donors who are comfortable with tech and subscriptions 
• Cultivating the right mindset: Understanding that growing your monthly donor database is often a long game but the more profitable option 
• Creating more options for donors: How to constantly plant the seeds of giving for every person in your database via extended campaigns, buttons, testimonials, and more 
• Optimization for your monthly donors: Helping your donors feel individually seen in each of your campaigns and how to infuse more personal content within automation 
• Learning from experience: Erica’s insights from being a part of over 50 monthly donor campaigns and why she wants you to take just one step 

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Abby Jarvis, Head of Content at Neon One, is sharing the latest data on recurring giving—a sector that has seen significant growth over the past five years. What makes Abby's insights invaluable is her ability to break down complex data into actionable steps that won’t overwhelm you. Find out proven strategies for promoting and sustaining recurring donations, including personalized communication approaches and leveraging key opportunities like Giving Tuesday. 

Topics:

• Growth in recurring giving: Industry-wide, there was a 3.5% decrease in active supporters, but a 127% increase in monthly donors.
• Retention and lifetime value of recurring donors: Ending the hamster wheel of giving to create something that is more sustainable and scalable 
• Organic growth and engagement: 50% of recurring donors in the study made additional gifts, including volunteering, serving on boards, and purchasing memberships
• Beyond consumer choices: How to use the emotional decisions of giving to your benefit and other strategies to encourage recurring giving
• Year-end fundraising and recurring giving: 12% of all recurring donations are initiated on Giving Tuesday, plus how to highlight the impact of their gifts and the urgency of your cause

>> Click here for The Nonprofit Recurring Giving Report

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Bloomerang is the complete donor, volunteer, and fundraising management solution that helps thousands of small and medium-sized nonprofits deliver a better giving experience and create sustainable, thriving organizations. Combining robust, easy-to-use technology with people-powered support and training, Bloomerang empowers nonprofits to work efficiently, improve relationships, and grow their donor and volunteer bases.

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