Nonprofit Answers: Nonprofit Fundraising, Marketing, Monthly Giving
Nonprofit Answers Podcast helps you raise more money to help more people by answering your nonprofit leadership, marketing, and fundraising questions. Learn how to reach more donors with answers to your philanthropy and advancement questions. For Development Directors, Chief Development Officers, CEOs, Nonprofit Leaders, Fundraisers, Marketing Managers, Major Donor Reps, and Nonprofit Board Members. Learn about monthly, annual fund, major, midlevel, grants, planned giving, direct mail, email fundraising, leadership, and more.
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It's 11:30 PM, you're at your kitchen table surrounded by grant applications, donor letters, and program reports. Your "working" board means well, but the reality is everything falls on your shoulders. You're drowning in operational details while the mission work you're passionate about gets squeezed into whatever time is left.
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The ChallengeWhen the economy is uncertain, inflation...
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It's March and you suddenly realize you haven't...
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Your appeal email had a 35% open rate but ...
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Ever promise a dono...
Transform your AI results from bland to brilliant. NonprofitPrompt provides sector-specific prompts that turn ChatGPT and Claude into your most effective fundraising tool. Created for nonprofit professionals who need content that converts. Get a free account at https://nonprofitprompt.com
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Stop Losing 70% of Your First-Time Donors: The 90-Day Game Plan That Changes Everything
But before we get to the episode, let me tell you about a new platform I created just for you. Stop wasting hours crafting AI prompts that deliver mediocre results. NonprofitPrompt gives you expert-crafted prompts that generate compelling donor appeals, grant propo...
Ready to Hire Your First Development Director? This Episode Is Your Roadmap to Success
Tired of getting generic responses from ChatGPT for your nonprofit content? NonprofitPrompt provides expert AI prompts built specifically for fundraising, donor stewardship, and grant writing. Finally, AI that understands your mission. Get your free account at https...
Master Class From Zero: Build a Fundraising Program That Actually Works (Even If You're Starting with Nothing)
Starting fundraising from scratch? Overwhelmed by all the advice telling you to do everything at once? Most fundraising guidance assumes you already have donors, systems, and resources - but what if you're literally starting with zero?
Nonprofit development teams are overwhelmed with time-consuming manual tasks. While one team spends days on prospect research and weeks writing grants, AI-enabled organizations are accomplishing the same work in hours or minutes, identifying more prospects and creating personalized outreach at unprecedented scale.
What is Vibe Fundraising?Vibe Fundra...
Nonprofit leaders often find themselves working 60+ hour weeks, constantly reactive to urgent demands, and struggling to balance operational fires with strategic priorities. Unlike corporate environments, nonprofit work presents unique challenges where everything feels both urgent and mission-critical - from serving people in need to cultivating donors to supporting staff.
Key InsightPeer-to-Peer Fundraising That Actually Works: Turn Your Supporters into Fundraising Champions
Tired of peer-to-peer campaigns that barely break even? Most nonprofits launch peer-to-peer fundraising with high hopes, only to watch 80% of participants raise less than $100 while a few superstars carry the entire campaign.
The Donor Communications Master Class: Transform One-Time Givers into Lifelong Supporters
Most nonprofits send donor communications that feel like organizational newsletters - updates about programs, staff changes, and general "what we've been up to" content. But the organizations that build lasting donor relationships understand that effective donor ...
Microsoft's Nonprofit Grant Changes: Emergency Action Required for Your Organization
URGENT: If your nonprofit uses Microsoft 365 Business Premium or Office 365 E1 through Microsoft's grant program, this episode could save your organization thousands of dollars.
Microsoft just announced they're ending their mos...
Monthly Giving Programs That Actually Work - Why This Episode Could Transform Your Fundraising
Tired of chasing one-time donors who give once and disappear? Ready to build predictable revenue that grows automatically every month?
In this game-changing episode, Jeremy reveals why most monthly giving programs fai...
The 48-Hour Follow-Up Rule: Why Immediate Response Matters More Than You Think
A donor makes their first gift on Tuesday morning. When do you thank them? If you're like most nonprofits, you send an automated receipt and add them to your newsletter cycle. That's exactly why your donor retention rate is terrible.
The 5-Minute Major Gift Ask: How to Secure Six-Figure Gifts in Less Time Than It Takes to Order Coffee
Tired of hour-long donor meetings that go nowhere? Most nonprofits think they need elaborate presentations and multiple visits to make major gift asks. They're wrong.
In this episode, Jeremy reveals the FOCUS ...
In this episode of Nonprofit Answers, host Jeremy Reis jumps into the essential topic of Corporate Partnerships and how nonprofits can effectively find and secure corporate sponsors.
Corporate partnerships can significantly elevate a nonprofit’s fundraising efforts by providing financial support, increasing visibility, and enhancing credibility. Jeremy discusses key strategies, such as tailoring proposals to align with a company’s ...
In this episode of Nonprofit Answers, host Jeremy Reis explores the pros and cons of obtaining a nonprofit fundraising certification. As certifications in the nonprofit sector gain popularity, Jeremy breaks down the benefits, such as enhanced credibility, expanded knowledge, and valuable networking opportunities. He also addresses the potential downsides, including the cost, time commitment, and the gap between theory and real-worl...
In this episode of Nonprofit Answers, I jump into the art of planned giving conversations and how to make them more impactful and successful. Whether you're new to planned giving or looking to enhance your approach, this episode provides actionable techniques that can instantly elevate your discussions with donors.
I cover key strategies, including starting the conversation with the donor's legacy, using storytelling to illustrate ...
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