Raise Nation

Community builder, keynote speaker, broadcast personality, generous thought leader, lover of 'the ask,' FUNraising dynamo, oh my! Nonprofit consultant, Jarret Ransom of The Rayvan Group shares her perspectives on fundraising as the focus but technology as the priority. If the youth is our 'now,' we need to be ready.

Radio Personality turned Senior Communications Director, Jackie Jordan from Make-A-Wish Foundation - Eastern North Carolina Chapter, chats about her experiences as an emcee and engaging donors from the stage and beyond. Basking in a successful Wish Ball event, Jackie shares her coup d'état. Build engaging programs, craft mission-focused messaging, and above all, cultivate connections that are meaningful.

Celebrate people first. Avoid paralysis in the analysis. Craft bIts and pieces in swipe files. Brand and growth strategist, Taylor Shanklin, CEO at Barlele, speaks candidly about the essential priorities for every nonprofit leader.

The 2022 Giving Experience Research Study is released. Sarah Sebastian dives into the data to uncover what makes today’s donors tick, stick, and stay. The data is fascinating. Caution: Giving Patterns Revealed!

Raging success or a colossal failure? The latter was not an option. The only choice was to exceed expectations and crush goals. Robin Thompson recounts The Victory School's amazing creativity and incredible fundraising feat!

Tell a story, build a community, and connect people to a mission. Chris Miano shares his journey to Memory Fox and explains how the idea ignited as a young Army platoon leader, inspired by one man, who in the middle of war and chaos, refused to leave his stories behind. Leverage community-generated content through a custom-branded platform, and effectively share pictures, videos, and the words of the storytellers who drive your mission.

Who doesn't want their crew team's name on the team trailer? Community, competition, and creativity set the backdrop for remarkable (and surprising) fundraising. Julie Rutherford, from Forest Hills Central Rowing (Michigan), takes listeners through a trifecta fundraising journey and shares stories about finding unique fundraising opportunities, buying a boat, and giving the team permission to try something new. The water is calling and we must row.

How do Fearless Fundraisers get to the number they need at their auctions and events? EVERY player must be integrated and aligned with the task at hand, no apologies. Michael Green, from Michael Green Auctions, shares his unique perspective about how not to leave money on the table.

Audrey, KJ, Nate, Nicole, and Sarah from OneCause inspire you to share your true and authentic self. Join their candid discussions as they explore the free will to tell people who you are and the courage to be supportive, even if you don't understand. Pride, your true colors, and that's why we love you.

The 'Forever Family' author, Robert Scheer, emphasizes, "You do not need to know someone to love someone." Wrap the most fragile population in a blankie to help them feel loved. The community can be stronger today than it was yesterday with basic essentials and a Comfort Case.