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Emerging fundraising trends and new ideas straight from the heart of the action.

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Join Raise Nation Radio on tour as we bring you coverage from AFP ICON 2024, live from the OneCause booth at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre in Toronto, Canada. Tune in for exclusive insights into conference highlights, innovation, and the latest fundraising trends. Listen to interviews with your peers, nonprofit professionals, thought leaders, speakers, and more!Whether you missed the conference this year or simply didn’t have time to explore all the sessions and exhibitors, this episode has you covered with all the must-know happenings From AFP ICON.Guests from this episode include: Cherian Koshy, Vice President of Product Strategy, Kindsight; David Quirk, Development Officer, Deaconess Pregnancy & Adoption; Kim Hales, Director of Client Services, Soukup Strategic Solutions; Annie Tukman, Director of Sales, TapKat Solutions.

DESCRIPTION: Emerging fundraising trends and new ideas straight from the heart of the action.

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Join Raise Nation Radio on tour as we bring you coverage from AFP ICON 2024, live from the OneCause booth at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre in Toronto, Canada. Tune in for exclusive insights into conference highlights, innovation, and the latest fundraising trends. Listen to interviews with your peers, nonprofit professionals, thought leaders, speakers, and more!

Whether you missed the conference this year or simply didn’t have time to explore all the sessions and exhibitors, this episode has you covered with all the must-know happenings From AFP ICON.

Guests in this episode include: Jodi Stoken, CFRE, CAP, Chief Development Officer, Make-A-Wish Arizona; Kelly McKeever, Event Specialist, Make-A-Wish Arizona; Janelle Hinds, Founder & Executive Director, Helping Hands; Steve Lausch, Director, Product Marketing, OneCause

Emerging fundraising trends and new ideas straight from the heart of the action.

Driving focused fundraising and engaging events.

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There’s been a lot of buzz about optimizing events and exploring every avenue to maximize impact and revenue. The prevailing trend is to assess your resources and ensure you’re capitalizing on them fully. The initial step along this path is to produce a high-quality, mission-focused event. Following that, it’s important to understand the various groups involved and how to mobilize, motivate, and engage them effectively.Volunteer groups, in particular, warrant significant attention as they can significantly drive revenue. Consider the diverse range of volunteers engaged in your event, including honorees, corporate sponsors, survivors, check-in and check-out teams, young professionals, supporters unable to attend the event, and those eager to contribute more but unsure of how to do so. Each one plays a pivotal role that could lead to substantial revenue gains if they are empowered and equipped with the right tools.Facing the fear surrounding asking volunteers to take on additional roles, especially fundraising, can be unnerving, yet it is a crucial step in maximizing event revenue. Event expert Darren Port and his team at Powered by Professionals have perfected the art of enhancing total event performance. His agency prioritizes the activation of groups as a fundamental aspect of the process. As the CEO and Founder of Powered by Professionals, Darren draws from his personal journey of volunteerism and philanthropy, leveraging his experiences to coordinate events and optimize revenue generation for his clients. In this episode of Raise Nation Radio, Darren shares insights into his strategies and how he coaches clients toward fundraising triumphs.

In this episode:

• Engage with your volunteers to foster a sense of connection and purpose
• Walk volunteers through potential funding sources in their networks to expand your reach
• Conduct surveys to assess volunteers’ skills, strengths, and preferences to assign roles effectively
• Deploy technology such as personal fundraising pages to streamline and enhance fundraising efforts

Maximize fundraising potential through donor purchases.

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Every day, fundraisers encounter a myriad of challenges. From limited resources for implementing impactful fundraising programs to navigating tech exploration and learning curves, the obstacles seem endless. There’s the constant struggle with limited bandwidth, along with the need for creative ideas to attract younger generations. Plus, there’s the ongoing effort to engage audiences, establish connections with impact, and address concerns related to acquisition, retention, and sustainability.It’s hard to imagine a single program that addresses all these challenges, but nonprofits have reason to rejoice. Enter shopping programs. Free, easy-to-deploy, fun, and engaging, shopping programs offer significant benefits for nonprofits aiming to boost incremental monthly revenue and attract supporters from multiple generations. They provide a steady stream of income with minimal attention required. Essentially, nonprofits can earn a percentage of purchases made by their supporters at no extra cost to the buyer. This passive income model allows nonprofits to diversify their revenue streams effectively.Meet Shaun Kulesza, the mastermind behind ShopRaise, a shopping program tailored to the needs of nonprofits and their donors. In this episode of Raise Nation Radio, Shaun unpacks the benefits of shopping programs and provides actionable insights on how nonprofits can get started today. With $1.137 billion spent on e-commerce annually in the US alone, this is promising news for nonprofits.

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Shopping programs unpacked

Target audience and generational Involvement

Activation with minimal time commitment

Gift card purchases to support in-person shopping

Cost-free option for nonprofits

Ensuring nonprofit customers maximize the value of their software investment.

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Technology permeates our lives, connecting us to the world and one another. For nonprofits, technology serves as a vital conduit for fostering connections between their mission and their donors. While technological advancements have significantly accelerated in the nonprofit sector over the past decade, the pace of innovation shows no signs of slowing.Nonprofits are focused on navigating this landscape, conducting thorough research, assessing solutions, and updating their tech infrastructure to remain competitive. Yet, the journey doesn’t end once the technology is adopted. Software companies have an important role beyond implementation; they must support their customers in optimizing the value of their software investment. This is the true meaning of customer success.Meet Customer Success Managers Ashley Sanregret and Ryan Love. They know a thing or two about nonprofit success having come from organizations like Big Brothers Big Sisters and Make-A-Wish. Their passion, empathy, and leadership drive the service and support they deliver to their customers. Fueled by creativity and determination, they are committed to helping customers achieve fundraising success, serving as their greatest cheerleaders.Tune in to discover their journey to OneCause, their strong collaborative spirit, as well as their pride and humility. Learn about their innovative ideas for maximizing the potential of the OneCause Fundraising Platform. Plus, find out how Ryan met the show’s host! With Ashley and Ryan committed to fundraising success, OneCause customers are in excellent hands.

In this episode:

Explore Ashley and Ryan’s favorite features of the OneCause Fundraising Platform

Dive into inspiring customer success stories shared by Ashley and Ryan

Discover unique and innovative ways OneCause software is being deployed

Learn about actions that OneCause customers should be taking but might be overlooking

Personal stories fostering empathy, connection, and an unwavering commitment to customer success.

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Two words that carry immense importance and expectation, particularly for software and nonprofit customers. Implementing new software and optimizing its performance can be overwhelming. And no one appreciates automated responses and long wait times that can feel disconnected.But at OneCause, it’s different. It’s the people that set the company apart. The OneCause customer success team isn’t just about solving problems; it’s about empowering fundraising success. Rooted in passion, helpfulness, and curiosity, OneCause has supported over 70,000 fundraising campaigns, helping nonprofits raise $6.5 billion on the OneCause fundraising platforms since 2008. The backbone of the OneCause customer experience is an award-winning service and support team.In this episode of Raise Nation Radio, meet Customer Success Managers Ashley Bennett, Kaitlin Lannon, and Missy Marchant. They share their driving “why” and the passion that fuels their unwavering commitment to customer success. Within this talented group, there’s a shared mission - powering nonprofits to build better tomorrows. Tune in for their heartwarming stories that truly exemplify the impact of the team’s dedication to going above and beyond for OneCause customers.

In this episode:

• Explore Ashely, Kaitlin, and Missy’s path that led to becoming a CSM at OneCause
• Discover the “why” behind customer success
• Delve into what customer success means to OneCause
• Hear the questions that OneCause customers are asking about

Efficient giving, exponential growth.

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Attention, nonprofits! Every giving season brings new opportunities amid evolving technology. This year, Donor Advised Funds (DAFs) take center stage. With $230 billion sitting in DAF accounts, yet only $52 billion distributed last year, the potential is limitless. Unlike trends like crypto and stock giving, DAFs are becoming a staple, with donor-advised funds increasing by 20% year over year. Seen in modern-day benefit packages, they resonate with a new generation focused on impact. While their flexibility is unparalleled, integrating DAFs into nonprofit strategies can feel daunting amidst a sea of technology options.Introducing Chariot, a trailblazing tech company spearheading a new era of philanthropy. Founded by Aaron, Salo, and Drew, united by their passion for giving back. Together, they embarked on a mission to transform charitable contributions. Their brainchild, Chariot, revolutionizes the landscape by simplifying DAF donations to the ease of everyday credit card transactions. Their journey resonates with countless others driven by a shared commitment to making a positive impact. Now, their vision transcends personal giving, empowering individuals and organizations worldwide to streamline their philanthropic endeavors.Join Mitch Stein, Head of Strategy at Chariot, on Raise Nation Radio as he decodes the power of Donor Advised Funds, unraveling the mysteries behind this rapidly growing vehicle of giving.

In this episode:

• It can’t wait
• Incredible data
• Seamless DAF giving
• End-to-end DAF Fundraising
• DAFpay, DAF Scan, and DAF Academy