Fundraising Superheroes

One of the best ways to learn how to fundraise is through experience! Norman Gildin is an experienced fundraiser guided by principles of strategic planning that have been the hallmarks of his success. His background encompasses the four major types of fundraising – annual campaigns, building fund and capital campaigns planned giving and endowment fund giving. He joins us today to share his fundraising advice and his book Learn from My experiences. Learn More About Norman https://www.normangildin.com/ Purchase Norman’s Book “Learn From My Experiences” https://www.amazon.com/Learn-My-Experiences-Collection-Fundraising/dp/1667811517/ref=sr_1_1?crid=27UHEPBD5P14Q&keywords=norman+b.+gildin&qid=1664577790&qu=eyJxc2MiOiIxLjQ2IiwicXNhIjoiMC4wMCIsInFzcCI6IjAuMDAifQ%3D%3D&sprefix=%2Caps%2C55&sr=8-1 Learn More About Driven https://www.trustdriven.com/

Today’s episode is a deep dive into auctioneering with the incredible Dean Crownover! Dean Crownover, My Benefit Auctioneer, is a Profit Consultant and author with a track record of raising millions of fundraising dollars for his nonprofit clients. He is the author of Paddles Up! My Benefit Auctioneer Reveals Post-2020 Gala Fundraiser Secrets. He shares his secrets for hosting successful auctions and how to keep your audience engaged throughout your event. Learn More about Dean at My Benefit Auctioneer https://mybenefitauctioneer.com/ Get a free copy of Dean’s book Paddles Up! https://mybenefitauctioneer.com/superheroes Learn More About Driven https://www.trustdriven.com/

Now is the time to get creative with your events! More organizations are moving away from the sit-down gala and finding exciting ways to engage donors at events. There are so many clever ways to show your attendees the impact you make and leave them feeling even closer to your organization. Lissa Zanville has more than 30 years of experience in the nonprofit, public, and private sectors, including government affairs, media relations, crisis management, spokesperson training, and so much more. She is the executive director for the Los Angeles Trial Lawyers Charities and is here today to give her advice on how to plan really meaningful events. Connect with LATLC https://www.latlc.org/ Learn More About Driven https://www.trustdriven.com/

It's easy to get caught in the cycle of burnout but hard to get out. Many nonprofit employees are dealing with high-stress environments regularly, which paired with the already demanding work of a charitable organization, can create the perfect opportunity for burnout to creep in. Hannah Austin is a highly sought-after corporate leader and management professional specializing in managing and preventing burnout or professionals. As the CEO and founder of She Shatters, LLC, she draws on her experience consulting and coaching corporate leaders to provide employees at the mid to high point of their careers with the support may need to burn brightly without burning out. Connect With Hannah https://sheshatters.com/ Listen to the She Shatters Podcast https://sheshatters.com/podcast/ Take the Burnout Quiz https://sheshatters.com/quiz/ Learn more about Driven https://www.trustdriven.com/

How has COVID shaped the way organizations approach leadership? Now that we have officially made it through the worst of the pandemic, we are taking the time to recenter themselves and figure out what they value most in our careers. Now more than ever, there is an emphasis on creating change and that all begins with good leadership. For 21 years, Don has led several nonprofit initiatives, teams, program operations, strategic planning, and much more. He has worked with organizations like the American Red Cross, the Goodwill Industries of Greater Detroit and Washington, and the center for Workforce Inclusion. Don is the current co-founder and CEO of the Initiative Baltimore, a professional leadership consultant, and the host of the leadership and Professional Development podcast with Don Gatewood. Connect With Don https://www.dongatewood.com/ https://www.instagram.com/dongatewood1/ Listen to the Professional Development Podcast https://open.spotify.com/show/64xNEV7Dkhir5aobKCfTew Learn More About Driven https://www.trustdriven.com/

If you have no idea where to start with your data analytics look no further! This week’s episode is all about how you can transform your nonprofit using data analytics without feeling overwhelmed. Alexandra Mannerings is the founder of Merakinos, a data consultancy striving to help nonprofits better understand their data. As a self-proclaimed “Human-Centered Data Geek” Alex is here to help make data a little less intimidating. In our conversation, we discuss the power analytics have in making more efficient decisions and the different factors your organization should consider when getting started with data analysis. Connect With Alex https://merakinos.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexandramannerings/ Learn More About Analytics https://merakinos.com/blog/ https://open.spotify.com/show/1IHvYpLbgX3aKm7q0bMUDg Learn More About Driven https://www.trustdriven.com/

Are you an introverted fundraiser struggling to fit into an extroverted world? Don’t worry because Emma Lewzey has your back! Introverts have an observant nature, which allows them to be excellent listeners who have the ability to thrive in the right environment. These skills enable introverts to connect deeply with donors to undercover their passions, goals and interests, which is essential for effective fundraising. As a major gift expert, Emma Lewzey has helped organizations like yours build and grow successful, sustainable fundraising programs. She joins the show to share why introverts make the best fundraisers and how to avoid burnout in extroverted environments. Connect with Emma https://www.blueskyphilanthropy.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/emmalewzey/ Read About Introverted Fundraising https://www.blueskyphilanthropy.com/blog/3-danger-zones-for-introverted-fundraisers https://www.blueskyphilanthropy.com/blog/why-introverts-make-the-best-major-gift-fundraisers Learn More About Driven https://www.trustdriven.com/

Content marketing is an excellent way to build trust with your audience. Nonprofits like yours can use content to increase brand visibility, drive revenue and boost engagement across your platforms. You'll increase donations and build a loyal group of followers by communicating a need and driving your audience to take action. Nonprofit marketing expert Maria Bryan joins the show for the second time to share how to build a successful content marketing strategy, the key factors that will help you connect with your audience, and avoid burnout when content planning. Connect With Maria Bryan https://www.mariabryan.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariabryancrtv/ Learn more about Driven trustdriven.com

A lapsed donor is not a lost donor! Having a strategy that connects with your inactive donors through thoughtful communication and detailed segments can be the key to winning back a cold donor. Driven’s Director of Partnerships, Farrah Rooney, has worked with nonprofits for over 15 years as a consultant, strategist and events manager. She works closely with our clients to improve their fundraising experience with our donor management software Farrah to help them gain and retain donors. Farrah shares strategies your organization can use to win back lapsed donors. Learn More About Driven https://www.trustdriven.com/ Connect With Farrah https://www.linkedin.com/in/farrahrooney/

Implementing new software can be nerve-wracking. It’s a long process that requires a lot of time, communication and trust with your vendor or data-migration consultant to ensure everything is running smoothly and on time. So how can you prepare for your next implementation and what should you look out for when getting started? Dave Saraiva is the Head of Product at Driven and has helped hundreds of organizations like yours with their data migration. He joins the podcast to give insider tips on setting your organization up for success during your software implementation. Download the Guide https://www.trustdriven.com/upload/editor/worst-traits-ebook-final.pdf Learn More About Driven https://www.trustdriven.com/ Connect With Dave https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidsaraiva/

Hybrid events combine both an in-person and online experience to create something spectacular. When planning a hybrid event, you have to create an experience that engages your online attendees just as much as your in-person guests. Anca Trifan is the founder, creator, and CEO of Tree-Fan Events – a boutique event planning and production agency that she founded after years of working in event production. She is the host of "Events: demystified”, a tactical Podcast for anyone in the events industry, and joins us to talk about digital event production and planning engaging hybrid events. Events demystified Podcast https://eventsdemystified.com Tree-Fan Events https://treefanevents.com Connect With Anca https://www.linkedin.com/in/ancatrifan Learn More About Driven https://www.trustdriven.com/

Many organizations are returning to a hybrid working model but how can you implement a hybrid model into your volunteer programs? Learn how your organization can recruit, manage and engage volunteers both on and offline with Driven and Lori Gotlieb. Listen and subscribe to Fundraising Superheroes: https://pod.co/fundraising-superheroes Connect with us on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/trust-driven Learn more about Driven: https://www.trustdriven.com/ Learn More About Lori’s Work: https://lorigotliebconsulting.wordpress.com/ Volunteer Success: https://www.volunteersuccess.com/ Connect with Lori on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lori-gotlieb-40597220/

Nonprofits and for-profit organizations have a unique opportunity to partner together and become allies for each other's work. When done right, you can do more than just raise funds for a campaign by building stronger relationships within your community and reach a whole new audience with your work. Kyle Jones is the Founder and COO of ICRYO and believes that a healthy body can lead to a happy mind. He joins the show to share how he partnered with Mission of Hope to collectively, raise awareness and send supplies to Haiti. Get in touch with Kyle or iCRYO https://icryo.com/ Learn more about Driven https://www.trustdriven.com/

To grow your nonprofit, you need to know what resources you have available to you and understand the best way to activate your staff. In our interview, Kaitlin Cashwell explains how nonprofits can use resource maps and logic models to grow their organizations and become better leaders. Kaitlin has nearly 15 years of experience in project business and nonprofit management. Her unique approach combines project management skills, business principles, and nonprofit frameworks to effectively drive individuals toward bold organizational outcomes. She is a mathematics enthusiast and joins us today to discuss how you can utilize data and analytical problem-solving skills to maximize your organizational activity. Connect with Kaitlin https://www.linkedin.com/in/kaitlin-hope-e-cashwell-b4411839/ https://www.americaswarriorpartnership.org/ Learn More About Driven trustdriven.com

Community-centred fundraising is all about putting the people you serve first. It is rooted in equity, collaboration and social justice to strengthen our communities. It’s changing how organizations approach fundraising and encourages the industry to raise critical questions about our work. Sherry is a St. Louis based fundraising and communications professional with a master's degree focused in non-profit management and experience in operations, data analysis, campaign creation, securing major gifts, and leadership. She shares how we can shift our messages and mindset to align with the principles of community-centred fundraising. Connect with Sherry https://pianosforpeople.org/free-pianos/donate-a-piano/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/sherrynelson/ Learn More About Driven https://www.trustdriven.com/

This is a replay of a live version of the Fundraising Superheroes podcast. Watch the video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=arQVQbIxLFU Everyone is talking about TikTok, but is it the right platform to promote your organization? Julia Campbell shares her tips on navigating the platform and how to decide if your organization should be on TikTok. Download our TikTok guide https://www.trustdriven.com/tiktok Learn more about Driven https://www.trustdriven.com/ Listen to Julia’s podcast www.NonprofitNationPodcast.com Connect with Julia on Linkedin linkedin.com/in/juliacampbell/

Earned income is growing in popularity amongst nonprofits. Why? It allows organizations to expand their funding sources while meeting their growing needs and creating more sustainable programs. If you're interested in learning how to generate an earned income that aligns with your mission, Bill is here to help. Bill Woolsey is the President and Founder of FiveTwo, a network that equips faith-based entrepreneurs to launch a variety of sustainable nonprofits and startups. Over the past decade, Bill and his team have been able to help produce new and renewed homeless shelters, mobile medical clinics, and recovery ministries that are bettering communities across the country. He joins the podcast to share how to successfully approach an earned income venture within your nonprofit. Learn More FiveTwo.com StartNewTraining.com startnewtraining.com/minicourse Connect With Bill https://www.linkedin.com/company/79742381/admin/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/2850155/admin/ facebook.com/fivetwonetwork Learn More About Driven trustdriven.com

How can you build programs that reflect the international communities you hope to serve? It all starts with creating a process that centers around the needs and voices of that community. Ryan Boyette is the founder of To Move Mountains, an organization providing education to children and communities in areas of conflict to be equipped with the knowledge and skills to improve all aspects of their lives. When he first began his work in the Nuba Mountains, it was a big culture shock, and Ryan knew the only way to create real change was to immerse yourself in the community and build a process that centred around the needs of the Nuban people. Learn More About To Move Mountains https://www.tomovemountains.org/ Connect With To Move Mountains On Social Media https://www.facebook.com/ToMoveMTNS https://www.instagram.com/tomovemtns/ https://twitter.com/ToMoveMTNS Learn More About Driven Trustdriven.com

Grants can take up a lot of time and resources from your organization. If you don’t have a dedicated team or staff writer for grant management it can become difficult to keep track of applications, especially for a smaller nonprofit. Ansley Fender is the Founder and CEO of Atlas Solutions. Atlas’ software is the first industry-agnostic platform for end-to-end management of grant and contract funding. She discusses ways to simplify the grant management process using technology. Atlas's Website https://www.getatlassolutions.com/ Connect with Ansley https://www.linkedin.com/in/ansley-fender-she-her-7bb55b15b/ Learn More About Driven Trustdriven.com

Fundraising can seem like a daunting task for some of us. Fear, panic, nervousness take over and you feel like fundraising just isn’t for you, but the truth is you do have the potential to be an excellent fundraiser. Cindy Wagman is the President and Founder of The Good Partnership, a values-driven, social-justice informed consultancy that is working to unlock the potential of small nonprofits through fundraising. She is the host of The Small Nonprofit podcast, Canada’s #1 podcast for charities and author of Raise It! The Reluctant Fundraiser’s Guide to Raising Money Without Selling Your Soul. Cindy joins the show to discuss Raise It, and give tips on how to build confidence as a reluctant fundraiser. Connect With Cindy https://www.thegoodpartnership.com/ Purchase Raise It & Use code DRIVEN for 10% off https://www.raiseitbook.com/ Learn more about Driven trustdriven.com