Big Ideas. Bold Voices. Fresh from Raise 2025!

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October 14, 2025 – Episode # 202

Turned Up Raise Series: Part 7

Lights, energy, impact…Raise 2025 is a wrap! But the bold ideas and breakthrough moments from the conference are still rolling. From the backdrop of the San Antonio Riverwalk, our Raise Amplifiers captured powerful conversations, bold perspectives, and fearless fundraising strategies, delivering the magic from the stage straight to you.

In the 7th episode of our special Raise Nation Radio series, we’re spotlighting dynamic voices offering fresh ideas, expert knowledge, and practical insights to drive fundraising forward.

• Kristen Bowles – National MS Society
• Christina Jones – Battered Women Justice Project
• Erik Tomalis – Avid

Get ready for fundraising fuel that’s equal parts practical and inspiring. Stream this episode on your favorite podcast platform or catch the full series on the OneCause YouTube Channel.

Highlights You’ll Take Away:

• Campaigns That Transform: Innovative strategies for storytelling, community building, and leading multimillion-dollar initiatives.
• Social Media That Raises Millions: How to turn LinkedIn and Instagram activity into five- to seven-figure gifts.
• Fundraising That Connects: Why personal relationships and donor engagement matter more than transactions.

Meet the Raise Amplifiers:

• Dawn Lego — OneCause & Raise Nation Radio
• Kevin Spykerman – Auction Packages
• Samantha Swaim – Swaim Strategies & The Fundraising Elevator
• Trevor Nelson – HGA Fundraising & Hey Nonprofits
• And the production team: GSF Media

Resources and Upcoming:

• Watch Raise 2025 On-Demand
• Save the date: Raise 2026, August 31 – September 1, Chicago, IL
• Raise 2026 presale tickets launch this October!