Podcasts about donor development

When federal funding is at risk, diversification is a smart long-term strategy. But there's a more immediate response nonprofits can't afford to ignore — advocacy. In this episode, we break down what advocacy really means, how it works, and why it's essential for every nonprofit to get involved right now. Join us as we explore how to make your voice heard and protect the funding that fuels your mission. Free 30-minute fundraising consultation for NPFX listeners: http://www.ipmadvancement.com/free Want to suggest a topic, guest, or nonprofit organization for an upcoming episode? Send an email with the subject "NPFX suggestion" to contact@ipmadvancement.com. Additional Resources IPM's free Nonprofit Resource Library: https://www.ipmadvancement.com/resources Advocacy & Lobbying Resources for Nonprofits https://patlibby.com The Nonprofit Alliance's Action Alerts about Federal Funding https://tnpa.org/federalfunding/ Alliance for Justice Resource Library https://afj.org/resource-library/ [NPFX] Can Nonprofits Lobby? How LGBTQ and Other Organizations Can Influence Lawmakers https://www.ipmadvancement.com/blog/can-nonprofits-lobby-how-lgbtq-and-other-organizations-can-influence-lawmakers The Secret to Nonprofit Advocacy Success: Keeping Grassroots Supporters Engaged https://www.ipmadvancement.com/blog/the-secret-to-nonprofit-advocacy-success-keeping-grassroots-supporters-engaged Pat Libby is one of the nation's leading experts on citizen lobbying campaigns. A long-time nonprofit leader, consultant, and recovering academic, Pat has made it her mission to teach nonprofit leaders and everyday people how to create change through the legislative process.  She is the author of The Empowered Citizens Guide and The Lobbying Strategy Handbook — funny, relatable books written for anyone who sees a glaring injustice or community-wide problem and wants to scream, “There ought to be law!” but doesn't know how to make it happen. Pat makes conducting a successful grassroots lobbying campaign seem relatively painless by sharing her easy-to-follow formula and pulling the curtain back on things we think we should know but don't. The books are illustrated by real-life examples of people who used her 10-step strategy to pass laws, and contain detailed information on the rules governing nonprofit lobbying. Pat created her strategy while leading a nonprofit organization; since then, it has been used by novice citizen activists throughout the country to pass new laws, including many in California where she resides. You can find many free resources on her website. https://www.linkedin.com/in/patlibbynonprofitconsulting/ https://patlibby.com Kendra E. Davenport, MPL, CFRE, is President and CEO of Easterseals, a leading organization that makes a lasting difference in the lives of 1.5 million people each year by providing essential services to children and adults with disabilities, older adults, veterans, and their families. Kendra oversees the National Office and a federated network of 70 Affiliates whose markets cover 48 states and Washington, D.C. For more than three decades, Kendra has been a leader and innovator in the nonprofit sector, with a consistent focus to facilitating critical services and interventions with organizations specializing in health and human services and disability rights, ensuring everyone can lead full lives. Kendra has extensive management experience, having managed over 1,000 international staff across eighteen sub-Saharan countries while working for one of the largest African American-founded and led nonprofits at the time. She is highly regarded not only for her extensive work in the nonprofit sector and for her leadership amid change, but for her commitment to transparency, accountability, and strong focus on collaboration. Kendra is a graduate of Georgetown University's McCourt School of Public Policy, and serves on boards for organizations that span health, education, civil rights and social action, and economic empowerment. https://www.linkedin.com/in/kendradavenport/ https://www.easterseals.com/ Shannon McCracken is the founding CEO of The Nonprofit Alliance and has been named to The NonProfit Times Power & Influence Top 50 for the last three years. She spent two years as Charity Navigator's Chief Development Officer, facilitating communication with nonprofit organizations and increasing resources to ensure the successful implementation of a new strategic plan, and subsequently served on Charity Navigator's board of directors. Shannon spent 17 years with Special Olympics International, most recently as Vice President of Donor Development. While at Special Olympics, she served as the DMA Nonprofit Federation Advisory Council Chair and Chair of the Ethics Committee. Shannon is a Certified Association Executive with a master's in Nonprofit and Association Management. She serves on the Fundraising.AI Advisory Council and the Fundraising Effectiveness Project Steering Committee as Government Relations Chair. https://www.linkedin.com/in/smccracken/ https://tnpa.org/ Russ Phaneuf, a co-founder of IPM Advancement, has a background in higher education development, with positions at the University of Hartford, Northern Arizona University, and Thunderbird School of Global Management. As IPM's managing director & chief strategist, Russ serves as lead fundraising strategist, award-winning content creator, and program analyst specializing in applied system dynamics. https://www.linkedin.com/in/russphaneuf/ Rich Frazier has worked in the nonprofit sector for over 30 years. In his role as senior consultant with IPM Advancement, Rich offers extensive understanding and knowledge in major gifts program management, fund development, strategic planning, and board of directors development. https://www.linkedin.com/in/richfrazier/

In this episode, Sarah Gran and Brandon Pitman from the Internet Security Research Group (ISRG) dive into their projects, Divvi Up and Let's Encrypt. They discuss the creation and impact of Divvi Up, a privacy-preserving metrics aggregation service, and its role in protecting individual data while providing valuable insights to organizations. They share the journey from collaborating with Google and Apple on COVID-19 exposure notifications to enhancing privacy for Firefox users. The conversation also explores the importance of TLS certificates provided by Let's Encrypt and the challenges and advancements in the realm of online privacy. 00:00 Introduction and Guest Introductions 01:22 Overview of DivviUp 02:29 Privacy Concerns and Data Security 06:18 Real-World Applications and Examples 11:28 Technical Details and Protocols 19:53 Open Source and Community Involvement 20:39 Conclusion and Final Thoughts   Guests: Sarah Gran is the Vice President of the Brand and Donor Development team at Internet Security Research Group (ISRG), the nonprofit entity behind Let's Encrypt, the world's largest certificate authority. Sarah joined ISRG in early 2016, shortly after the Let's Encrypt launch and has helped it become a household name in software development. Sarah has also helped to shape ISRG's latest projects, one focused on bringing memory-safe code to security-sensitive software, called Prossimo, and a privacy-respecting metrics service, called Divvi Up.Sarah is an independent member of the Tor Project's Board of Directors. Previously, Sarah worked as a Vice President at Edelman SF and Deutsch NY in brand and communications strategy groups. Brandon Pitman is the Senior Software Engineer for Divvi Up and has a Master's in Computer Science from Georgia Tech. Prior to ISRG, they worked at Google on a variety of Security, Privacy, and Green Energy projects. Bran came to ISRG to be a part of improving the privacy stance of the Internet as a whole.

In this episode of Nonprofit Nation, I sit down with Shannon McCracken, the founding CEO of The Nonprofit Alliance (TNPA), to explore her journey in the nonprofit sector and her visionary leadership at TNPA. Shannon brings a wealth of experience from her previous roles, including her impactful tenure as Chief Development Officer at Charity Navigator and Vice President of Donor Development at Special Olympics International. Recognized as one of The NonProfit Times Power & Influence Top 50 in 2022 and 2023, Shannon shares her insights on the current challenges and future trends in the nonprofit world.Being a fundraiser is hard work - not only is it time consuming, but you have to continually think of fresh and creative ways to engage your donors and supporters. If you need some fresh inspiration and ideas, check out Fundraiser Bot by DonorPerfect! DonorPerfect's bot is more than just a free tool for nonprofits; it's your fundraising ally, offering you the freedom to focus on your mission while transforming your content creation process. With just a few clicks, generate outlines for meetings, emails, social media posts, blogs, text messages, and more. Try it for free at DonorPerfect.com/bot, and let me know what you think!About Shannen McCrackenShannon McCracken is the founding CEO of The Nonprofit Alliance (TNPA), an association launched in 2018 with unprecedented support to promote, protect, and strengthen the nonprofit sector. She was named to The NonProfit Times Power & Influence Top 50 in 2022 and 2023. Prior to her role with TNPA, Shannon spent two years as Charity Navigator's ChiefDevelopment Officer, facilitating communication with nonprofit organizations and dramatically increasing resources to ensure successful implementation of a new strategic plan. She now serves on Charity Navigator's board of directors. Shannon spent 17 years with Special Olympics International, most recently as Vice President of Donor Development, building and managing a collaborative individual fundraising program on behalf of the global HQ and North American chapters. Shannon served as the DMA Nonprofit Federation Advisory Council Chair and Chair of the Ethics Committee. She is a Certified Association Executive with a master's degree in Nonprofit and Association Management.Connect with Shannon on LinkedInFollow The Nonprofit Alliance on LinkedInCheck out The Nonprofit Alliance websiteTake my free masterclass: 3 Must-Have Elements of Social Media Content that Converts

In this episode, Joe interviews two members of the Heroic Hearts Project team: Director of Donor Development and founder of The Hope Project, Allison Wilson; and Director of Research and founder of Hystelica, Dr. Grace Blest-Hopley. They discuss how The Hope Project – a nonprofit that supports spouses of veterans, Gold Star Wives, and female veterans with scholarships to psychedelic healing retreats, integration, community, etc. – merged with Heroic Hearts Project, and why this is such a necessary part of the veteran healing story: How does a family hold space for a vet returning to a suddenly alien civilian life (especially after a psychedelic journey)? How does a spouse deal with their own trauma from constant worry and isolation? Wilson and Blest-Hopley are learning that, for many spouses, having their own experience (and with other spouses) has been incredibly beneficial. They talk about: The concept of secondary PTSD (often referred to as ‘compassion fatigue') and the many ways it can manifest How Heroic Hearts is working with Imperial College London to use veteran retreats as real-world observational research The importance of involving family in the healing process, and how positive outcomes can trickle down to children The need for more research into how PTSD and the effects of psychedelics are different in women based on their unique physiology (as most studies have focused on men) and more! For links, head to the show notes page. 

Unlock the secret to emergency medical breakthroughs and cosmic discoveries on today's Discover Daily. We're peeling back the layers of innovation with a deep dive into the world of enzymes transforming the transfusion landscape. Picture a future where blood type barriers vanish, thanks to researchers who've found a way to convert types A, B, and AB into the universal type O. It's not science fiction; it's a revolution in emergency care, one that promises to make blood shortages a thing of the past. Also on today's episode, you'll hear about AI's latest victory—Thor, the algorithm with the power to detect thousands of asteroids, including those that flirt dangerously close to Earth, a monumental stride for both space exploration and planetary defense.Then, we'll venture into the complex realm of AI regulation with California's Senate Bill 1047. This legislative effort is a tightrope walk over the chasm of innovation and safety, setting new ground rules for AI's wild west. Developers, take note: your creations now come with a blueprint for safety and accountability. Moreover, we're celebrating the 60th anniversary of the BASIC programming language, an innovation that flung open the doors of computing to the masses. Whether you're a tech enthusiast or simply intrigued by astronomical and medical marvels, today's podcast is a testament to human ingenuity, spotlighting the pioneers who are scripting history with every breakthrough. Join us for a narrative that connects the dots between past, present, and future, where every discovery paves the way for the next.From Perplexity's Discover feed:BASIC programming language turns 60https://www.perplexity.ai/search/BASIC-programming-language-WB8fDre0Ta.oP96gtQ5k1gApple's historic $110b share buybackhttps://www.perplexity.ai/search/Apples-historic-110b-CYBz4rRITfeOzCruNnzg2wCalifornia AI safety bill overviewhttps://www.perplexity.ai/search/California-AI-safety-cJXdMFiAS_GGlZh.9ZjTOgAI discovers 27,000 asteroidshttps://www.perplexity.ai/search/AI-discovers-27000-4YMLp7FASTW2_QymBV5OsgUniversal blood donor developmenthttps://www.perplexity.ai/search/Universal-blood-donor-28FzCpOTSj6c6iECMsaoVAPerplexity is the fastest and most powerful way to search the web. Perplexity crawls the web and curates the most relevant and up-to-date sources (from academic papers to Reddit threads) to create the perfect response to any question or topic you're interested in. Take the world's knowledge with you anywhere. Available on iOS and Android Join our growing Discord community for the latest updates and exclusive content. Follow us on: Instagram Threads X (Twitter) YouTube Linkedin

Great Ormond Street Hospital is undertaking the biggest fundraising challenge of a generation – a capital appeal to raise £300 million to build a world-class new Children's Cancer Centre. In this episode of the Fundraising Everywhere podcast we welcome Amy Hutchings, Creative Strategy Director at Open and Jennie Sullivan, Head of Legacy and Donor Development from GOSH who worked on the campaign, called Build it, Beat it. They share the thinking that went into this amazing work to inspire the public to donate on this epic scale. Speakers: Amy Hutchings, Creative Strategy Director at Open & Jennie Sullivan, Head of Legacy and Donor Development at GOSH Want to stay on top of everything that's happening? Sign up to get emails from the humans at Fundraising Everywhere & Everywhere+ with cracking fundraising tips, news, promos & updates on upcoming events. And thank you to our friends at JustGiving who make the Fundraising Everywhere podcast possible.

Click here for access to the 3-3-3-Skip Communication Plan! → https://www.fundraisingmasterminds.net/3-3-3-skip Welcome to the Fundraising Masterminds Podcast, your go-to source on all things nonprofit! In this episode, we're diving headfirst into the gritty details of major donor development. Get ready as we look into the controversies surrounding major donors. We'll explore fundamental questions like: What exactly constitutes a major donor? What does it take to create an effective major donor plan? From recognizing the significance of major donors to providing practical steps for creating major donor plans, we're covering it all. We'll also delve into the practical reasons why a personalized major donor plan is essential for each of your major donors. It's about more than money—it's about forging meaningful connections, understanding donors' passions, and empowering them to fulfill their mission, vision, and values. Tune in to learn the key secrets to successful major donor development, and get ready for your preconceptions to be rocked! This is an episode you won't want to miss. Make sure to subscribe to our channel to stay updated on our latest content! ASK US A QUESTION: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.speakpipe.com/fundraisingmasterminds⁠⁠⁠⁠ STOP FUNDRAISING.  Get back to basics with....DEVELOPMENT BASICS The Biblical Basis for Development for Nonprofit Leaders ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.fundraisingmasterminds.net/development-basics⁠⁠⁠⁠ NEED HELP WITH YOUR NONPROFIT? Most nonprofits are under-funded.  Even if you think your nonprofit is doing well, we've found you could be doing much better.   However, most nonprofits don't have a clear development strategy that keeps them grounded.  As a result, they "get creative" and "try new things" based on what is popular or trending, or they get comfortable with where they are at and don't realize the dangers they will be facing in just a few short years. The Perfect Vision Dinner Course is a 20-week "live video" course that addresses this problem head on.  The course was developed by Jim Dempsey after 38+ years as a Senior Development Director at Cru.  After Jim had personally done over 2,500 vision dinners in his lifetime and raised over $1 billion worldwide, Jim and Jason have partnered together to bring you Fundraising Masterminds.   Our first course, The Perfect Vision Dinner is a time-tested proven formula that will introduce our development system and grow your nonprofit to its maximum potential. The course includes 20-hours of personalized development coaching from Jim Dempsey and Jason Galicinski and also includes a real-time community group where you have access to everyone attending the course and also our Masterminds throughout the course. The goal for this course is to fully equip you with a Biblical basis for Development so that you can Win, Keep and Lift new partners to higher levels of involvement with your nonprofit. → ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://FundraisingMasterminds.net⁠⁠⁠⁠ FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: → Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://instagram.com/fundraising.masterminds⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠→ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://facebook.com/fundraising.masterminds⁠ Episode Keywords: Executive Director, Development Director, fundraising goals, donors, cooperation, communication, guidance, personalization, relationships, interests, deep relationship, development plans, fundraising structure, personalized communication, YouTube channel, comments section, 3331 plan, email, quality resource, percentage of donors, 80/20 principle, major donors, mega donors, turnover rate, misalignment of expectations, fundraising strategy, potential donors, fundraising role, single gift, shotgun approach, rifle approach, communication strategy, individualized plan, manageable, interests and desires, major donor, major donor fundraising, major donor fundraising strategy, major donors, major donor fundraising interview questions, major donor interview questions, major donor program, major donor fundraising startegy, major donor training --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fundraising-masterminds/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fundraising-masterminds/support

This is very niche and nuanced topic, but is no small conversation when it comes to non-profit organizations. This is a crucial topic that involves much creativity, grit, determination, and ingenuity. At the same time, it also requires relational skills, relational equity, and the ability to inspire others. How does one fundraise and develop a donor base well? How do you handle disappointment and discouragement? What are the pitfalls to avoid? Why is it important to get facetime with your donors? What leadership lessons are gleaned from in donor development? All this and more will be answered by Carl Edwards who is the Director of Development at CrossNet Ministries in New Holland PA.

This is very niche and nuanced topic, but is no small conversation when it comes to non-profit organizations. This is a crucial topic that involves much creativity, grit, determination, and ingenuity. At the same time, it also requires relational skills, relational equity, and the ability to inspire others. How does one fundraise and develop a donor base well? How do you handle disappointment and discouragement? What are the pitfalls to avoid? Why is it important to get facetime with your donors? What leadership lessons are gleaned from in donor development? All this and more will be answered by Carl Edwards who is the Director of Development at CrossNet Ministries in New Holland PA.

On the show today, Ken interviews Mike McCall, FCA Assistant Director of Donor Development.

The donor development continuum is dead.Discovery -> Cultivation -> Solicitation -> StewardshipThis framework was based on the premise that you have control over the relationship. That's no longer the case.Instead, here's what's happening now:❗ Donors are DISCOVERING you and forming their own opinions through social media and other digital or in-person gathering places.❗ They can see right through your “CULTIVATION” efforts. They come off as insincere and actually undermine trust.❗ SOLICITATION, when disconnected from feeling involved in co-creating the project, yields smaller and token gifts if at all.❗ STEWARDSHIP, if it is being done, again feels insincere. Don't tell me how much you love me (and my wallet). Show me what we achieved together.What is a fundraising operation to do?Louis and Mike get into some ways that nonprofits can adapt to the changing reality.GET CONNECTEDFollow Louis Diez on LinkedIn Follow Mike Duerksen on LinkedIn Join the Donor Participation Project here—a community of 1,500+ fundraisers who get together every month to co-create solutions that increase donor participation. Get access to the 5 Minute Fundraising Fix—a FREE mini course that will help you craft compelling fundraising messages that move donors to action and increase response. ABOUTLouis Diez is an expert in annual fund development, digital fundraising, and engagement strategies. He's the founder and host of the Donor Participation Project.Mike Duerksen is the founder and CEO of BuildGood, a fundraising agency that helps nonprofits raise more money from individual donors. He also hosts the Build Good Fundraising Podcast.

on Inspirational Women: Hayley Statema, Manager of Donor Development for March of Dimes in the Puget Sound area provides some infomation about premature births in the US, and in Washington--we are a little better than the national average, but still too many babies are born early. Amy Thorne is a mom who gave birth early to twins. Her son was born slightly more than 1 lb and lived for 34 days; her daughter was just over 1lb and less than a foot long. Miraculously she survived, and her parents and family are committed to helping other families who find themselves in this situation. Amy is the Parent Ambassador for the 2022 Walk taking place Saturday, May 14 at Woodland Park Zoo. Please support with donations and definitely by attending. www.marchofdimes.org

The average family earning $25,000 a year in the U.S. spends about $2,400 on financial transactions. Whether it's the astronomical interest rates of a payday loan or the costs that come with being unbanked, the extractive practices of the financial services industry are effectively keeping the poor in poverty. Lawyer and author Mehrsa Baradaran and economic mobility expert Cate Blackford join Nick and Steph this week to explain why banking while poor is so expensive, and what states can do to rein in the people who profit from it. This episode was originally released in February 2020. Mehrsa Baradaran is a professor of law at UC Irvine. She writes about banking law, financial inclusion, inequality, and the racial wealth gap. Her scholarship includes the books How the Other Half Banks and The Color of Money: Black Banks and the Racial Wealth Gap.  Twitter: @MehrsaBaradaran Cate Blackford was the Director of Outreach and Donor Development at the Bell Policy Center when we recorded this episode, but she is now the Public Policy Director at Maine People's Alliance. She was the Co-Chair of the 2018 Proposition 111 campaign in CO to limit the interest lenders could charge on payday loans and eliminate fees from payday lending products, which passed with 75% of the vote.  Twitter: @catetiller  Further reading:  Capitol One to end overdraft penalties as CFPB takes aim at ‘exploitative junk fees': https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2021/12/01/capital-one-overdraft-fees/  How the Other Half Banks: https://www.hup.harvard.edu/catalog.php?isbn=9780674983960 The Color of Money: https://www.hup.harvard.edu/catalog.php?isbn=9780674237476 If the U.S. Government Treated Poor People as Well as It Treats Banks: https://www.theatlantic.com/business/archive/2015/10/if-the-us-government-treated-poor-people-as-well-as-it-treats-banks/410614/ CO's Prop 111 explained: https://coloradosun.com/2018/10/22/proposition-111-colorado-2018-explained/ Briefed by the Bell - Predatory Economy: https://www.bellpolicy.org/2018/09/10/predatory-economy/ How Do Payday Loans Work? https://www.incharge.org/debt-relief/how-payday-loans-work/ Website: http://pitchforkeconomics.com/ Twitter: @PitchforkEcon Instagram: @pitchforkeconomics Nick's twitter: @NickHanauer

Join me on the Fast Track to Grant Writer: www.teresahuff.com/vip What's Happening in Nonprofit Giving Trends? The last couple of years have been full of unexpected circumstances. Are you wondering what's going to happen with fundraising as we wrap up 2021?   That's what we're discussing today, along with some challenge questions to consider as we head into 2022.   Why the Conversation Is Important I invited Shannon McCracken, CEO and Founder of The Nonprofit Alliance, to join me in this episode. Shannon has a good pulse on the latest trends, fundraising best practices, and key elements of nonprofit work that we can't ignore.     If you're involved with nonprofit fundraising in any capacity, you need to listen in as we discuss:   Giving trends over the past 2 years (2020-2021) What that means going into 2022 Acknowledging the importance of mental health and reducing the stress on development team members How teams can collaborate to support each other during hectic seasons of unknowns Paying attention to donor FAQs and noticing where you can set up better systems Staying connected and feeding off of each other's energy The impact of fiscal year vs. calendar year Making diversity conversations a normal part of decisionmaking Challenge questions to consider I invite you to listen as Shannon and I analyze the state of nonprofit trends and how that will inform decisionmaking moving forward. Meet Shannon McCracken Shannon McCracken is CEO of The Nonprofit Alliance (TNPA), a membership association that launched in 2018 with unprecedented support and momentum to promote, protect, and strengthen the nonprofit sector.     Prior to her role with TNPA, Shannon spent two years as Charity Navigator's Chief Development Officer, facilitating communication with nonprofit organizations and dramatically increasing resources to ensure successful implementation of a new strategic plan. She now serves on Charity Navigator's board of directors.     Previously Shannon spent 17 years with Special Olympics International, most recently as Vice President of Donor Development, building and managing a collaborative individual fundraising program on behalf of the global HQ and North American chapters. Shannon served as the DMA Nonprofit Federation Advisory Council Chair and Chair of the Ethics Committee.    Shannon is a Certified Association Executive and holds a master's degree in Nonprofit and Association Management. Connect with Shannon McCracken and The Nonprofit Alliance: LinkedIn: Shannon McCracken LinkedIn: The Nonprofit Alliance  The Nonprofit Alliance upcoming events Related Resources: Episode 24 - How to Prevent Nonprofit Decision Fatigue Episode 62 - Pro Tips to Step Up Your Nonprofit Grant Strategy with Systems: Interview with Gauri Manglik, CEO of Instrumentl Episode 63 - Systems for Hire: Ways to Help Your Nonprofit Thrive Book: The Givers: Money, Power, and Philanthropy in a New Gilded Age by David Callahan Book: Joan Garry's Guide to Nonprofit Leadership: Because the World Is Counting on You by Joan Garry The Nonprofit Alliance Resources tab - Job board, 2022 conference, and holiday calendar 2022 Faith and Fundraising Conference in Milwaukee, WI And a quick shoutout to our friends at Instrumentl for sponsoring today's show. Remember, if you need a hand with your grant searches and ongoing tracking, go check out Instrumentl's free trial at teresahuff.com/Instrumentl and get $50 off your first month with the code GWSPOD.  Connect with Teresa Huff: Website: www.teresahuff.com Take the Quiz: Do you have what it takes to be a grant writer? Social: LinkedIn Community LinkedIn Instagram Pinterest Get on the Fast Track to Grant Writer:  www.teresahuff.com/vip Nonprofits, Gear Up For Grants with this free audio workshop: www.teresahuff.com/gearup

Guest: Danya Jordan Ministry/Workplace: Blessings Brokers   Giving USA, a well-respected resource on nonprofit donor development, recently produced their 2020 data showing that the USA's giving actually INCREASED by 5.1% amid the global COVID-19 pandemic. Today we are going to Charlotte, NC, to talk to Danya Jordan, a writer, speaker, coach for The Master's Program for Women, and founder of Blessings Brokers - a Christian Donor Development and Organizational Consulting Firm. With 26 years of nonprofit leadership, Danya formerly served as Proverbs 31 Ministries Executive Director of Donor Development. In this show, we discuss the spiritual gift of generosity, dreaming big, and effective fundraising! Resources from Today's Shows: Besides being a coach for The Master's Program for Women, Danya is offering two amazing gifts from her organization Blessings Brokers to our listeners: How to Raise the first $50,000 for Your Dream Non-Profit Webinar Series A complimentary Blessings Brokers Consultation Session for 30 minutes For either of these, just send an email to info@blessingsbrokers.com and mention sheWorks4Him and the listener's gift. To stay connected for more inspiration, Danya is a co-writer on the Christian Women Leading blog site to celebrate and encourage other women leaders. Oh for more information about Danya, don't forget to check out her website at danyajordan.com Encouraged or motivated by today's show? Tell us about it! Tag @sheWorks4Him on Facebook or Instagram with your story! You can also leave a comment or submit a question to 866-713-9675 866-713-WORK. Quarterly we will answer questions from YOU, so fill up the listener line with your thoughts and questions! Connect with us at www.sheWorks4Him.com and on social media.  All links are on the website.

August 16, 2021 ~ Liz Filipowicz, March of Dimes Director of Donor Development, talks with Steve Courtney at the 40th Annual March of Dimes Golf Classic.

March 31, 2021 ~ Full Episode. Lance Binoniemi, Vice President of Government Affairs at the Michigan Infrastructure and Transport Association discusses President Biden's nfrastructure lan, Former White House Economic Advisor Jay Shambaugh also weighs in. Craig Mauger from the Detroit News on his investigation into state e-mails that show former Health Director Robert Gordon wanted a more cautious restaurant reopening plan than the Whitmer administration and Liz Filipowicz, Director of Donor Development for March of Dimes Detroit preview's Guy's charity event on April 15th.

Hannah McKinney is 19 years old and is the Intern of Donor Development at FP Front Range. Hannah, as a 16 and 17 year old, raised money so that she could do mission work in Haiti, and found a love of fundraising at that time. She spends her time calling potential donors, in person donor meetings, as well as working on social media campaigns. On the side, she works for Uber Eats and Grubhub.  Hannah shares her reason for doing First Priority and her desire to see FP Front Range grow. 

Two experienced development leaders from Catholic Extension join The Responsive Fundraising Podcast to share strategies to deepen donor relationships and unpack the needed partnership required between annual fund and major gift development teams. Tony Smercina, the AVP of Development, and Travis DeRamcy, the Sr. Director of Development, both have an array of experience managing and growing development programs. During the conversation, we discuss the difference yet synergy between annual fund and major donor development programs, the 12 step program they use to steward donors, and how they've continue to deepen donor connection in spite of the distance COVID-19 has forced. Catholic Extension is a fundraising organization that helps ensure that all American Catholics can practice their faith within vibrant faith communities. Together with their donors, they connect poor and remote Catholic communities with essential financial support, educational partnerships, and infrastructure. https://www.catholicextension.org/ https://www.virtuouscrm.com/modern-nonprofit-fundraiser-podcast/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonysmercina/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/travisderamcy/

Two experienced development leaders from Catholic Extension join The Responsive Fundraising Podcast to share strategies to deepen donor relationships and unpack the needed partnership required between annual fund and major gift development teams.  Tony Smercina, the AVP of Development, and Travis DeRamcy, the Sr. Director of Development, both have an array of experience managing and growing development programs. During the conversation, we discuss the difference yet synergy between annual fund and major donor development programs, the 12 step program they use to steward donors, and how they've continue to deepen donor connection in spite of the distance COVID-19 has forced. Catholic Extension is a fundraising organization that helps ensure that all American Catholics can practice their faith within vibrant faith communities. Together with their donors, they connect poor and remote Catholic communities with essential financial support, educational partnerships, and infrastructure. https://www.catholicextension.org/ https://www.virtuouscrm.com/modern-nonprofit-fundraiser-podcast/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonysmercina/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/travisderamcy/

Two experienced development leaders from Catholic Extension join The Responsive Fundraising Podcast to share strategies to deepen donor relationships and unpack the needed partnership required between annual fund and major gift development teams.  Tony Smercina, the AVP of Development, and Travis DeRamcy, the Sr. Director of Development, both have an array of experience managing and growing development programs. During the conversation, we discuss the difference yet synergy between annual fund and major donor development programs, the 12 step program they use to steward donors, and how they've continue to deepen donor connection in spite of the distance COVID-19 has forced. Catholic Extension is a fundraising organization that helps ensure that all American Catholics can practice their faith within vibrant faith communities. Together with their donors, they connect poor and remote Catholic communities with essential financial support, educational partnerships, and infrastructure. https://www.catholicextension.org/ https://www.virtuouscrm.com/modern-nonprofit-fundraiser-podcast/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonysmercina/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/travisderamcy/

Ryan Brown, stock broker turned nonprofit development professional, joins The Responsive Fundraising Podcast to share how Food for the Hungry cultivates lasting donor relationships. We discuss the power of "full heart" donor development, the need to continually pivot to stay relevant, and why waiting for "normal" will lead you to focus on the wrong tactics. Ryan is the acting CDO at Food for the Hungry (FH) and serves out of its corporate headquarters in Phoenix, Arizona. Prior to joining FH, Ryan spent time as a stockbroker, singer/songwriter, concert promoter, and for a short time, ran a small Christian music record label. Ryan earned two bachelor's degrees in English and Business from Arizona State University. He currently lives in Gilbert, Arizona, with his wife Suzan and their three children.

Ryan Brown, stock broker turned nonprofit development professional, joins The Responsive Fundraising Podcast to share how Food for the Hungry cultivates lasting donor relationships. We discuss the power of "full heart" donor development, the need to continually pivot to stay relevant, and why waiting for "normal" will lead you to focus on the wrong tactics. Ryan is the acting CDO at Food for the Hungry (FH) and serves out of its corporate headquarters in Phoenix, Arizona. Prior to joining FH, Ryan spent time as a stockbroker, singer/songwriter, concert promoter, and for a short time, ran a small Christian music record label. Ryan earned two bachelor’s degrees in English and Business from Arizona State University. He currently lives in Gilbert, Arizona, with his wife Suzan and their three children.

Ryan Brown, stock broker turned nonprofit development professional, joins The Responsive Fundraising Podcast to share how Food for the Hungry cultivates lasting donor relationships. We discuss the power of "full heart" donor development, the need to continually pivot to stay relevant, and why waiting for "normal" will lead you to focus on the wrong tactics. Ryan is the acting CDO at Food for the Hungry (FH) and serves out of its corporate headquarters in Phoenix, Arizona. Prior to joining FH, Ryan spent time as a stockbroker, singer/songwriter, concert promoter, and for a short time, ran a small Christian music record label. Ryan earned two bachelor’s degrees in English and Business from Arizona State University. He currently lives in Gilbert, Arizona, with his wife Suzan and their three children.

Have you ever had an “in awe of God” moment?  A moment where God showed up big and exceeded your expectations.  I like to call these Ephesians 3:20 moments. Today, I cannot wait for you to hear my conversation with Danya Jordan.  We talk about how we first met which happens to be one of my “in awe of God” moments.  We also talk about giving today.  I have found that many times, our Ephesians 3:20 moments happen after we faithfully say yes to God and give our time, money, or resources. Giving is so important. Friends, I love Danya’s heart for giving! She has been helping others reach their God sized vision for 26 years.  I am excited for you to hear about Blessings Brokers as well as her passion for God’s Word!  I know you are going to be blessed by what she shares especially when she talks about the book she is co-authoring, Lavish. I promise you that you do not want to miss this episode.  To join my new Depth Podcast Community Group, click on https://www.facebook.com/groups/depthpodcast Danya Jordan, founder and President of Blessings Brokers, loves serving as a Christian Donor Development consultant. She formerly served as Proverbs 31 Ministries Executive Director of Donor Development. With 26 years of nonprofit leadership, she is passionate about working together to prayerfully equip, empower, and encourage God-sized visions to become reality. Danya teaches a ladies’ Sunday school class at her church and sings in the praise band. Her mission statement is “You Shine!” based on Matthew 5:16. She loves to Bible teach, write messages that make a difference, motivate, equip and empower leaders, kayak, spend time in the North Carolina mountains, and laugh with family and friends. You can connect with her at https://blessingsbrokers.com/ as well as @blessingsbrokers on Instagram and Facebook.  You can read her blog on http://www.danyajordan.com/ as well as connect with her @danyamjordan on Instagram and Facebook.

Debi Nixon serves as one of the Executive Directors at The United Methodist Church of the Resurrection, with direct oversight of ShareChurch.com and Donor Development. She is passionate about the renewal of the church and helps lead Church of the Resurrection’s initiatives for leadership training and resource sharing for churches across the country. Debi has a BS in Marketing and spent ten years in corporate sales, training, special event planning, and retail management. Debi is author of CATCH: A Churchwide Evangelism Program by Abingdon Press and her new book the Art of Hospitality will be released in June.   Dan Entwistle is the Senior Executive Director at the Church of the Resurrection, where he has served for 28 years. He serves in a “second chair” position, supporting the Senior Pastor and giving daily leadership and management to teams that serve on the church’s five campuses.  Dan has an undergraduate degree from the University of North Carolina and a Master in Business Administration from Baker University.  He is the author of Recruiting Volunteers, published by Abingdon Press.  Dan lives with his wife and kids is a rural community just south of Kansas City.

In this episode, we interview Selah Hirsch from PipeLime regarding donor development.

This week on The Ministry Growth Show we talk with Sherry Taylor, President and Founder of QuamTaylor, as she shares how she is helping her ministry clients develop major donors and win investment level gifts. Sherry helps small and mid-sized nonprofits get off the spin-cycle of small dollars and start securing larger gifts and the […] The post Sherry Taylor from QuamTaylor – Major Donor Development appeared first on Reliant Creative.

This week on The Ministry Growth Show we talk with Sherry Taylor, President and Founder of QuamTaylor, as she shares how she is helping her ministry clients develop major donors and win investment level gifts. Sherry helps small and mid-sized nonprofits get off the spin-cycle of small dollars and start securing larger gifts and the […] The post Sherry Taylor from QuamTaylor – Major Donor Development appeared first on Reliant Creative.

This week on The Ministry Growth Show we talk with Sherry Taylor, President and Founder of QuamTaylor, as she shares how she is helping her ministry clients develop major donors and win investment level gifts. Sherry helps small and mid-sized nonprofits get off the spin-cycle of small dollars and start securing larger gifts and the … Sherry Taylor from QuamTaylor – Major Donor Development Read More » The post Sherry Taylor from QuamTaylor – Major Donor Development appeared first on Reliant Creative.

This week on The Ministry Growth Show we talk with Sherry Taylor, President and Founder of QuamTaylor, as she shares how she is helping her ministry clients develop major donors and win investment level gifts. Sherry helps small and mid-sized nonprofits get off the spin-cycle of small dollars and start securing larger gifts and the … Sherry Taylor from QuamTaylor – Major Donor Development Read More » The post Sherry Taylor from QuamTaylor – Major Donor Development appeared first on Reliant Creative.

Shannon McCracken joins us to talk about the current fundraising landscape, why trust and relevancy our essential now more than ever, and her take on what nonprofit leaders should focus on amidst times of crisis and uncertainty. Shannon has a unique vantage point, as she's the CEO of The Nonprofit Alliance, leading the association through rapid growth since its launch in 2018. Previously she spent two years as Charity Navigator's Chief Development Officer, facilitating communication with nonprofit organizations and dramatically increasing resources to support successful implementation of a new strategic plan. She now serves on their board of directors. She spent 17 years with Special Olympics International, most recently as Vice President of Donor Development, building and managing a multichannel individual fundraising program. Shannon has been an engaged member of the DMA Nonprofit Federation, with past roles as Chairperson of the Advisory Council and Chair of the Ethics Committee. https://tnpa.org/membership/telluswhatyoulove/ ----- Learn more about the tools Virtuous provides leading nonprofits to grow giving at: https://www.virtuouscrm.com/. Get an in-depth guide to responsive fundraising to help your organization grow generosity from the modern donor at: https://www.virtuouscrm.com/responsive/.

Shannon McCracken joins us to talk about the current fundraising landscape, why trust and relevancy our essential now more than ever, and her take on what nonprofit leaders should focus on amidst times of crisis and uncertainty. Shannon has a unique vantage point, as she's the CEO of The Nonprofit Alliance, leading the association through rapid growth since its launch in 2018. Previously she spent two years as Charity Navigator’s Chief Development Officer, facilitating communication with nonprofit organizations and dramatically increasing resources to support successful implementation of a new strategic plan. She now serves on their board of directors. She spent 17 years with Special Olympics International, most recently as Vice President of Donor Development, building and managing a multichannel individual fundraising program. Shannon has been an engaged member of the DMA Nonprofit Federation, with past roles as Chairperson of the Advisory Council and Chair of the Ethics Committee. https://tnpa.org/membership/telluswhatyoulove/

Shannon McCracken joins us to talk about the current fundraising landscape, why trust and relevancy our essential now more than ever, and her take on what nonprofit leaders should focus on amidst times of crisis and uncertainty. Shannon has a unique vantage point, as she's the CEO of The Nonprofit Alliance, leading the association through rapid growth since its launch in 2018. Previously she spent two years as Charity Navigator’s Chief Development Officer, facilitating communication with nonprofit organizations and dramatically increasing resources to support successful implementation of a new strategic plan. She now serves on their board of directors. She spent 17 years with Special Olympics International, most recently as Vice President of Donor Development, building and managing a multichannel individual fundraising program. Shannon has been an engaged member of the DMA Nonprofit Federation, with past roles as Chairperson of the Advisory Council and Chair of the Ethics Committee. https://tnpa.org/membership/telluswhatyoulove/ ----- Learn more about the tools Virtuous provides leading nonprofits to grow giving at: https://www.virtuouscrm.com/.  Get an in-depth guide to responsive fundraising to help your organization grow generosity from the modern donor at: https://www.virtuouscrm.com/responsive/.

Kelsey Buell works in Public Relations & Donor Development at TNT Kid's Fitness and also used to be an Executive Assistant there. TNT Kid's Fitness is a non-profit organization established in 2005 working toward understanding, accepting, and helping all children grow stronger with confidence. This interview focuses on Kelsey's responsibilities at TNT Kid's Fitness and her prior employment at Northwestern Mutual. We learned about her passion for connecting with people and developing strong relationships. We also discuss the decision-making process, social media marketing, setting goals and networking she is involved with. We hope you enjoy this interview as much as we did. Enjoy!

In this week’s episode of The Ministry Growth Show, Kristin Hammett, Director of Ministry Services for The Signatry, walks us through “donor-centric communication and the ministry of donor development.” This episode of chalked full of great insight from an expert on major donor development. The Signatry is a global Christian foundation connecting high net worth […] The post Kristin Hammett from The Signatry | Donor-Centric Communication and The Ministry of Donor Development appeared first on Reliant Creative.

In this week’s episode of The Ministry Growth Show, Kristin Hammett, Director of Ministry Services for The Signatry, walks us through “donor-centric communication and the ministry of donor development.” This episode of chalked full of great insight from an expert on major donor development. The Signatry is a global Christian foundation connecting high net worth … Kristin Hammett from The Signatry | Donor-Centric Communication and The Ministry of Donor Development Read More » The post Kristin Hammett from The Signatry | Donor-Centric Communication and The Ministry of Donor Development appeared first on Reliant Creative.

In this week’s episode of The Ministry Growth Show, Kristin Hammett, Director of Ministry Services for The Signatry, walks us through “donor-centric communication and the ministry of donor development.” This episode of chalked full of great insight from an expert on major donor development. The Signatry is a global Christian foundation connecting high net worth … Kristin Hammett from The Signatry | Donor-Centric Communication and The Ministry of Donor Development Read More » The post Kristin Hammett from The Signatry | Donor-Centric Communication and The Ministry of Donor Development appeared first on Reliant Creative.

In this week’s episode of The Ministry Growth Show, Kristin Hammett, Director of Ministry Services for The Signatry, walks us through “donor-centric communication and the ministry of donor development.” This episode of chalked full of great insight from an expert on major donor development. The Signatry is a global Christian foundation connecting high net worth […] The post Kristin Hammett from The Signatry | Donor-Centric Communication and The Ministry of Donor Development appeared first on Reliant Creative.

The average family earning $25,000 a year in the U.S. spends about $2,400 on financial transactions. Whether it’s the astronomical interest rates of a payday loan or the costs that come with being unbanked, the extractive practices of the financial services industry are effectively keeping the poor in poverty. Lawyer and author Mehrsa Baradaran and economic mobility expert Cate Blackford join Nick and Steph this week to explain why banking while poor is so expensive, and what states can do to rein in the people who profit from it.  Mehrsa Baradaran is a professor of law at UC Irvine. She writes about banking law, financial inclusion, inequality, and the racial wealth gap. Her scholarship includes the books How the Other Half Banks and The Color of Money: Black Banks and the Racial Wealth Gap.  Twitter: @MehrsaBaradaran Cate Blackford is the Director of Outreach and Donor Development at the Bell Policy Center, where she leads the Financial Equity Coalition to eradicate systemic discrimination and hold financial predators accountable. She was the Co-Chair of the 2018 Proposition 111 campaign in CO to limit the interest lenders could charge on payday loans and eliminate fees from payday lending products, which passed with 75% of the vote.  Twitter: @catetiller @BellPolicy Further reading:  How the Other Half Banks: https://www.hup.harvard.edu/catalog.php?isbn=9780674983960 The Color of Money: https://www.hup.harvard.edu/catalog.php?isbn=9780674237476 If the U.S. Government Treated Poor People as Well as It Treats Banks: https://www.theatlantic.com/business/archive/2015/10/if-the-us-government-treated-poor-people-as-well-as-it-treats-banks/410614/ CO’s Prop 111 explained: https://coloradosun.com/2018/10/22/proposition-111-colorado-2018-explained/ Briefed by the Bell - Predatory Economy: https://www.bellpolicy.org/2018/09/10/predatory-economy/ How Do Payday Loans Work? https://www.incharge.org/debt-relief/how-payday-loans-work/ Make sure you check out Majority.FM’s AM Quickie, the morning news podcast for progressives in the know: amquickie.com Website: http://pitchforkeconomics.com/ Twitter: @PitchforkEcon Instagram: @pitchforkeconomics Nick’s twitter: @NickHanauer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After grocery shopping, food prep, cooking, and setting out the meal - the last thing you want to hear is rejection. But across the table from you sits the World's Toughest Critic. Your child - The Picky Eater! How can you serve foods they will enjoy without going out of your way to create a seperate menu? Are picky eaters able to maintain a healthy diet on the few items they agree to consume? Kim Willey and Kristin Boyce help turn the tables on the pickiest of pickey eaters in this episode of The Bridge Podcast.SHOW NOTES:0:45 - Welcoming Kim Willey (Director of Business Development) and Kristin Boyce (Director of Donor Development) to the podcast2:30 - Who else hated chili, liver, and green veggies as a kid?4:30 - Teaching your children to cook helps broaden their eating options6:45 - Feeding babies means following restrictions, but they also surprise you7:30 - Kristin's daughter used to love peas - but developed an allergy9:00 - You HAVE to try it!11:00 - Try a dish three times and your kids might start to enjoy it12:20 - Parents should get on the same page about what the family tries and eats13:00 - "French Kids Eat Everything" by Karen Le Billon is a great book Mark Dickey recommends15:15 - Kids visiting a friend will be confronted with a dish they don't know, or enjoy16:15 - Kim Willey recommends the book "Deceptively Delicious" by Jessica Seinfeld18:20 - "What's with this pizza!?" - Jerry Seinfeld19:15 - Cutting back on surgar can help your palate appreciate natural foods22:00 - How do you shop in the grocery store for the best foods for your family?23:00 - TakeawaysFeedback, or Show Ideas? Send an email to podcast@887thebridge.comDownload The Bridge Mobile App to get the latest podcast episodes as soon as they are published!Please share The Bridge Podcast with a friend if you enjoyed this episode. Podcast Sponsored by Boardwalk Plaza Hotel and Victoria's Restaurant

Using your resources, skills, and abilities to honor God is what ‘Stewardship' is all about. Our special guest Kristin Boyce, Director of Donor Development at The Bridge, helps us figure out the best ways to teach our children about being good stewards.SHOW NOTES:1:35 - Meet Kristin Boyce - The Bridge's Director of Donor Development3:55 - Time, Talent, and Treasure4:25 - What is ‘Stewardship'?5:50 - Mark shares a story about his parents, his chores, and the terrible toys he bought9:00 - How can parents today teach better resource management that honors God?10:50 - Demonstrate Giving13:25 - Tithing and Treasure Hunting on Earth!17:15 - Get your children involved in a generous and frugal lifestyle18:10 - Give Instead of Receive with Charity Birthday Parties19:55 - Comb through their stuff with them and donate items to others20:45 - Take part in the Drive Thru Connection21:45 - TakeawaysFeedback, or Show Ideas? Send an email to podcast@887thebridge.comDownload The Bridge Mobile App to get the latest podcast episodes as soon as they are published!Please share The Bridge Podcast with a friend if you enjoyed this episode. Podcast Sponsored by Boardwalk Plaza Hotel and Victoria's Restaurant

What does a deployed soldier do when told his replacement helmet will arrive in TWO MONTHS, and he has to go on a mission NOW? Today we talk with Jake Jones, Director of Donor Development and Strategic Engagement for TroopsDirect.org. Their motto is "When our troops request it, Troops Direct supplies it, plain and simple." Jake and his organization step into the gap to get critical equipment to those in harm's way. Supplies are delivered in 10 days, not the multiple month wait created by the large and beaureaucratic military organizations. To support these efforts, go to http://www.troopsdirect.org Bill Hart is a coach at Building Champions in Lake Oswego Oregon. He is also the author of the book "White Collar Warrior: Lessons for Sales Professionals from America's Military Elite." Podcast produced by Studio C Creative Sound in San Diego CA

Personal Donor Development is a program designed to provide prospective Staff Associates with support, encouragement, & accountability as they begin fundraising. This podcast gives us an inside look at Personal Donor Development. Remember to maximize your time for ministry with kids by Building a Financially Healthy Culture.   This podcast includes:  Pat Rhoades & Greg Lehman from the Field Development team as well as Jeff Hall, Personal Donor Development Coach & Specialist.  Listen in!

Today's special guest is Carlos Leija, Chief Development Officer at Orangewood Foundation in Santa Ana, Calif. He offers invaluable tips to use events to build relationships with donors, recruit volunteers, secure sponsorships and more. In this podcast, we'll discuss... What motivates your donors and event guests How to revitalize a stale event How to recruit, recognize and retain volunteers Unique ideas for new fundraising events Advice for procuring successful live auction items How to think more like a business and maximize return on investment ...and more! To learn more about Carlos' work at Orangewood Foundation, visit https://orangewoodfoundation.org

Alexy Posner talks with Jim Smith, the Director of Donor Development at Hope Rescue Mission. He says, “It’s a difficult decision to walk up those 19 steps”. When a man does walk up the steps to the Mission he finds hope, light and love so he can begin the recovery process. Hope Rescue Mission offers a holistic approach to ending homelessness for the men at the mission. Education is a key component: job shadowing, internship, entry level jobs, partner with RACC to offer the ‘Career In Two Years’ program, literacy, finance so that the men can transition back into society and become contributing citizens. Jim talks about Three integral steps to the Hope Rescue Mission Program and invites you to be part of Champions Of Hope. Support a man for one week, get tickets to the Night Of Hope Reading Royals game the Saturday after Thanksgiving. Sign up at Royalshockey.com

Marc Ralsky, Director of Community and Donor Development, discusses the role of the Ontario SPCA, how it is funded and how the public can support the Society’s programs and services. Heather... Through its province-wide network of 50 plus Communities, the Ontario SPCA is one of the largest, most responsive animal welfare organizations in the country, providing care and shelter for tens of thousands of animals every year. The Ontario SPCA is unique amongst animal welfare organizations in Ontario: the Ontario SPCA Act mandates the Society to enforce animal cruelty laws and provides Society Branch and Affiliate investigators with police powers to do so.

This Week's Podcast: "Direct Mail Fundraising: Testing the Trends". Direct mail fundraising hasn't disappeared in the wake of Internet marketing. Find out how to effectively reach potential donors. Authors, Fran Jacobowitz and Kay P. Lautman of Lautman & Company, a Washington, DC-based fundraising firm, specialize in membership and donor development. This article is excerpted with permission from Direct Response Fund Raising: Mastering New Trends for Results, edited by Michael Johnston. This article can be viewed at http://www.tgci.com/magazine/Direct Mail Fundraising.pdf/ The Grantsmanship Center, the leader in grant proposal writing training: www.tgci.com