Your fundraising events are pushing away the donors you need most. It's time to stop hosting experiences that alienate the next generation and instead build a loyal community of young supporters who are excited to give.

In this episode of the Hey Nonprofits podcast, host Trevor Nelson is joined by event fundraising expert AJ Steinberg to discuss how to solve the generational giving gap. AJ explains how to design new events specifically for a younger crowd by genuinely listening to their ideas. Learn simple ways to provide amazing hospitality and a white glove service that makes every guest feel special. AJ also shares advice on how to get your board members involved in fundraising and how to prepare your event for any potential disaster. This discussion provides a clear guide for nonprofit leaders who want to build a strong community and secure support from younger generations.

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📌 *CHAPTERS* 📌

0:00 - Are Your Events Driving Young Donors Away?

0:26 - What is the "Generational Cliff" in Fundraising?

1:22 - The #1 Mistake Nonprofits Make With Young Donors

1:55 - A Genius Strategy to Attract a New Generation of Donors

3:04 - How to Empower Young Donors (Without Losing Control)

3:47 - The Secret to Creating Events People Actually Want to Attend

5:09 - The Mindset Shift That Will Revolutionize Your Fundraising

5:44 - Is "Unreasonable Hospitality" the Future of Fundraising?

6:53 - A Simple Definition of Hospitality That Changes Everything

7:29 - The Terrible Donor Experience Most Nonprofits Create

8:37 - How to Provide a "White Glove" Experience for Donors

10:10 - A Powerful Story of Adapting Events for Your Donors

11:41 - How to Create an After-Party That Attracts Young Professionals

14:34 - How to Get Your Board Members to Actually Help at Events

16:09 - A Simple Trick to Get Your Board to Find New Sponsors

18:34 - A Leader's Guide to Engaging Your Board Effectively

19:09 - How to Disaster-Proof Your Fundraising Event

20:06 - The First Steps to Take After a Natural Disaster

22:44 - A Powerful Story of Fundraising After a Tragedy

25:04 - Why You Shouldn't Abandon "Old" Fundraising Methods

27:25 - The Most Important Question for Every Fundraiser

28:12 - Don't Make Fundraising Harder By Doing This

29:20 - The Real Reason Nonprofit Leaders Struggle to Fundraise