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DECEMBER 10, 2020

In today’s episode, Michael Johnston, founder of digital fundraising agency hjc, discusses some of the things that you should be thinking about when it comes to end-of-year giving and busts some common end-of-year fundraising myths. Topics Discussed in This Episode: Why this year is the most important year for end-of-year fundraising.

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APRIL 8, 2021

Erica Barnhart is the CEO of Claxton Marketing and director of the Nancy Bell Evans Center on Nonprofits and Philanthropy at the University of Washington, and she joins the podcast today to discuss what people in the social good community need to be saying in order to get noticed in a good way.

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JULY 9, 2020

And while this has also been a topic of discussion in philanthropy for some time, there is a real opportunity now for all social good organizations to really respond in a meaningful way that effects change. Topics Discussed in This Episode: Marcus’s background as a leader in philanthropy and in working on racial equity initiatives.

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JUNE 18, 2020

That’s what today’s guest, Bobbi Silten, managing director of the Shared Value Initiative, is here to discuss. She also discusses The Purpose Playbook, which was recently released by Shared Initiative as an actionable guide for practitioners looking to lead change in their organizations and society. The definition of shared value.

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OCTOBER 8, 2020

Stephanie Thomas, principal peer-to-peer fundraising consultant for Blackbaud, joins the podcast to discuss methods to help your organization successfully engage supporters to raise awareness and revenue. Topics Discussed in This Episode: Why peer-to-peer fundraising is a good strategy for this GivingTuesday.

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MAY 28, 2020

They discuss the challenges of raising major and planned gifts in the current environment, give advice on how to talk to donors and consider how they are feeling and faring during this time, and highlight different giving strategies that can benefit organizations and donors.

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DECEMBER 27, 2019

Today’s episode, recorded live at bbcon 2019, discusses just that. William also discusses how to make sure that hiring for culture still brings diversity to the workplace. William also discusses how to make sure that hiring for culture still brings diversity to the workplace.

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JANUARY 21, 2021

Today’s guests, Lesley Pinder, Head of Supporter Experience for the British Red Cross and Lucy Caldicott, Founder of ChangeOut, discuss their Facebook group, Fundraising Chat, as an example of community development, the sector supporting each other, and lessons learned.

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OCTOBER 22, 2020

Beth Kanter and Allison Fine join Steve MacLaughlin on the podcast to discuss their research into the use of AI in social good organizations. Topics Discussed in This Episode: Why Allison and Beth decided to write the AI4Giving report. What are the implications of this technology in the social good sector?

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SEPTEMBER 23, 2020

As we look toward next year, our panel of nonprofit leaders will discuss what has fundamentally changed. Join members of the Blackbaud Target Analytics Consulting Team for a discussion on the role of data during times of crisis and economic stagnation. How can we reimagine our supporters’ engagement?

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APRIL 2, 2021

Topics Discussed in This Episode: How Joanne helps athletes engage with the causes they care about. In today’s episode, you’ll hear from Joanne Pasternack, president & chief impact officer at Oliver+Rose and creator of Athletes’ Voices, about her work with athletes who want to engage in philanthropy. What Athletes’ Voices does.

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MARCH 19, 2020

Miecha joins host Rachel Hutchisson to share her experience and discuss the difference between succession planning and intentional pathway planning, where organizations should start their intentional pathway planning journey, and how everyone can take ownership of their own development and career pathways.

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DECEMBER 12, 2019

Dorri McWhorter, president and CEO of the YWCA Metropolitan Chicago, joined host Rachel Hutchisson to discuss how she modernized the organization and is bringing it to new levels of success. Topics Discussed in This Episode: How Dorri modernized the YWCA Metropolitan Chicago.

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FEBRUARY 20, 2020

Listen in get an inside look at the 2019 Blackbaud Accountable Impact Study and to hear these experts discuss challenges and best practices around adopting a culture of accountable impact to drive support for your mission. Topics Discussed in This Episode: Background on Blackbaud’s 2019 Accountable Impact Study.

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FEBRUARY 13, 2020

Listen in to hear Martin’s discussion with host Steve MacLaughlin, which focused on building relationships with major donors and maintaining involvement and engagement with those donors over a period of years.

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NOVEMBER 25, 2020

In this session originally hosted at bbcon 2020, Sally and Cameron discuss the current landscape of data privacy legislation in the U.S., Topics Discussed in This Episode: The federal data privacy legislation landscape. the key committees and lawmakers involved in federal data privacy legislation, and where current legislation stands.

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DECEMBER 19, 2019

In today’s episode, recorded live at bbcon 2019, Caroline Jones, founder of Knickers Model’s Own and 2015 JustGiving creative fundraiser of the year, joins host Steve MacLaughlin to discuss the journey and success of her crowdfunding campaign raising money for Cancer Research UK. Connecting to a fundraising platform.

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AUGUST 12, 2020

Joining the podcast today is Stacy Rooney, a Principal Business Consultant at Blackbaud, to discuss the concept of fundraiser performance management. Topics Discussed in This Episode: Demystifying the topic of performance management.

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FEBRUARY 27, 2020

Listen in to hear them discuss common types of institutional change, how to keep up momentum through change efforts, and how to maintain engaged users once a change has been implemented. Topics Discussed in This Episode: The basic steps to implementing sustainable change. Today’s guest, Drumm McNaughton, CEO of The Change Leader, Inc.

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SEPTEMBER 24, 2020

Topics Discussed in This Episode: Why now is the best time to start audit prep. How audit prep will be different this year. The trickiest part of having a virtual audit. What organizations should do first when preparing for an audit.

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MAY 24, 2019

In my last blog post , “ Churches and Engagement (But Not Weddings): Tips for Engaging Each Generation , ” we discussed engagement , the first step in fundraising with in the church. So, d o you need to periodically have a sermon dedicated to discussing where funding goes and how much you spend on toilet paper?

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MARCH 11, 2021

Topics Discussed in This Episode: What adaptive strategy is. Listen in to hear what Steve has to say about what adaptive strategy is, what it looks like when organizations implement adaptive strategy, and how to get started. Why organizations decide to make the shift from the traditional strategic plan to adaptive strategy.

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JUNE 11, 2020

After listening to the episode, click on the link to the webinar in the Resources section to watch the full recording, where you’ll hear from Stacy Rooney, business consultant principal at Blackbaud, whose discussions will also include how to seamlessly integrate core fundraising systems into your talent management practices.

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APRIL 3, 2019

Dustin discusses ins and outs of the newly published “2019 CSR Industry Review.” Topics Discussed in This Episode: The major trends highlighted in the report. Listen in to hear about major report findings, what’s driving the rise in corporate volunteerism, and which statistics Dustin found surprising and exciting.

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APRIL 9, 2020

Topics Discussed in This Episode: The types of virtual volunteer activities that are available. Listen in to hear her talk with Blackbaud’s Rachel Hutchisson on different models for virtual volunteering, how companies can encourage employees to give back in this way, and what nonprofits can do to create more virtual volunteer opportunities.

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APRIL 3, 2020

You’ll also hear a bonus segment with Aubrey, added after the main interview was originally recorded, in which she discusses how organizations can most effectively operate right now during the COVID-19 crisis. Topics Discussed in This Episode: How the San Francisco Conservatory of Music is responding in the face of COVID-19.

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SEPTEMBER 29, 2020

It kicks off at 11:15 am ET, but make sure you tune in at 12 pm ET to watch a panel discussion with arts and cultural organizations discussing fundraising during these unprecedented times, moderated by Customer Success Manager Rosita Bradham. bbcon Day 3: Thursday, October 8. bbcon Day 3: Thursday, October 8. Thursday is a shorter day.

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NOVEMBER 19, 2020

Topics discussed in this episode: How to adjust your approach to GivingTuesday messaging this year. Listen in to learn about the most important thing to focus on, how you can leverage your #GivingTuesdayNow campaign and how to steward those first-time GivingTuesday donors. Leveraging your GivingTuesdayNow campaign for GivingTuesday success.

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NOVEMBER 21, 2019

In today’s interview with Sarah Chapman, Director of Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability at Deloitte Canada, we discuss how businesses and organizations are following the trend of being more socially active.

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MARCH 25, 2021

Topics Discussed in This Episode: How distractions impact our lives. Today’s episode features mindfulness expert Meico Marquette Whitlock in an excerpt from the sgENGAGE Rethinking Change webinar series. Listen in to hear Meico explains how distractions impact us and how to make space for mindfulness and intentionality to avoid burnout.

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APRIL 16, 2020

Topics Discussed in This Episode: The basics of #GivingTuesday and how it’s become an independent organization. Listen in to hear what Asha has to say about how #GivingTuesdayNow came about, how people are pitching in to help during this crisis, and how to handle messaging and creating campaigns in situations with limited timeframes.

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JUNE 25, 2020

Topics Discussed in This Episode: The role of leaders in today’s changing new normal. Why who you are is more important than what you do. How values lead to actions. Leadership strategies.

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APRIL 30, 2020

Topics Discussed in This Episode: General trends in the funding landscape. Listen in to hear what Lauren has to say about COVID-related funding resources, changes to funding practices and requirements, and how nonprofits should approach conversations with funders. The importance of transparency and relationship building.

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NOVEMBER 12, 2020

Topics Discussed in This Episode: Why Sharehold decided to conduct research on belonging. Listen in to hear what Sarah has to say about how organizations should look at belonging, the impact of DEI initiatives, and how times of uncertainty impact belonging at work. The core findings of the research.

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OCTOBER 15, 2020

Topics Discussed in This Episode: What a capital campaign is. Listen in to hear what Amy has to say about the key questions you need to answer to get a capital campaign started, the elements of a successful capital campaign, and the state of capital campaigns in the COVID-19 world. Running a capital campaign without eating your annual fund.

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JUNE 27, 2019

Today’s episode features Cynthia Schaal, Chief Program Officer at Exponent Philanthropy, discussing how your organization can have a greater impact. Topics Discussed in This Episode: Steps to creating a high impact philanthropic program. Have you thought about how your strategies need to change to achieve new goals?

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JULY 30, 2020

Topics Discussed in This Episode: Derrick’s background with the Ad Council and Influence SG. Listen in to hear Derrick talk to Rachel Hutchisson about what prompted him to write his latest book, what surprises Derrick discovered in his own research, and what his golden principles are and how they can help the social good community.

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