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Jenn DeBarge Goonan has sent thousands of pitch emails to editors, producers, and partners. She's distilled what works into four steps — and they work whether you're chasing press coverage, a corporate partner, or a major donor meeting.Jenn launched Lululemon into the U.S. market, built campaigns for Ben & Jerry's, and now runs JAG Communications, where she's spent 20 years making mission-driven work visible.

President Donald Trump holds a Cabinet meeting at the presidential retreat Camp David in Frederick County, Maryland, where he acknowledges a $1.8 billion anti-weaponization fund designed to pay defendants in the January 6th attack at the U.S. Capitol and others who he says were unfairly targeted by the government is 'dead,' but he adds, 'I wish it weren't'; President also says, 'This has nothing to do with Todd,' referring to Attorney General nominee Todd Blanche, whose confirmation has been held up by a few Republican Senators opposed the fund; President Trump also claims 'Israel is very happy" with his Board of Peace reaching a deal with Hamas to disarm in exchange for Israel withdrawing troops from Gaza; Three potential 2028 Democratic Presidential candidates speak at the National Urban League conference in Nashville, Tennessee: former Vice President Kamala Harris, Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear and former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg; Democratic National Committee Chair Ken Martin is reportedly coming under fire from some donors not happy with his leadership. We will talk about it with Politico National Political Reporter Lisa Kashinsky (35); Discussion about what the rise of artificial intelligence means for people's jobs in the future with two governors: Wes Moore (D-MD) and Spencer Cox (R-UT). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why has so much money been donated to Reform UK? Are Congo's mining reforms a good thing?  How much sewage do you have to pump into a river to get sent to  jail?Joining Carys is Dewi Afoko. Dewi is a web developer, writer and Carys's brother.Dewi and Carys discuss Zack Polanski's Instagram, Reform UK's mega donors, Congo's mining reforms, and Southern Water.Support us on ⁠www.patreon.com/OverTheTopUnderTheRadar⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - get bonus episodes, a weekly newsletter and become a part of our members-only WhatsApp community.Email us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠info@overunderpod.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up to the newsletter at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.overunderpod.com⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on all socials @‌over_under_pod_Links:https://channel4news.substack.com/p/the-gaping-loopholes-used-by-billionaire?utm_source=post-email-title&publication_id=5386015&post_id=208711474&utm_campaign=email-post-title&isFreemail=true&r=qlcl&triedRedirect=true&utm_medium=emailhttps://dewiafoko.substack.com/

Most fundraisers think of check-in as a hospitality problem. Livia Christensen and Chris O'Shea of C2 Auctions think it's a fundraising problem and they have the data to prove it.Livia and Chris manage guest lists and staff registration for some of the biggest galas in the country. Every event, they see the same pattern: the organizations that treat check-in as an afterthought lose donors before their auctioneer ever takes the stage. In this episode, they walk through the three things that make or break a gala check-in and why most orgs get all three wrong.In this episode: why putting your advancement team at the registration table is the worst use of their most valuable hour, the ratio of registration staff to guests you should actually be planning for (and why alphabetical check-in lines are always a mistake), what a clean guest list signals to your donors about how you'll steward their money, why "guest of" fields on your list are a red flag for the whole night, the credit-card-on-file threshold you should hit before your event starts (Chris's team benchmarks at 40%), and why free auction software almost always costs more than paid…one line that will save some organizations thousands.Plus: the peak-end principle from behavioral psychology and how it should shape the last touchpoint your guest has before they leave the room.00:00 Intro00:49 Overview of Check-In and Check-Out08:30 Importance of a Clean Guest List21:00 Final Thoughts and Best Practices26:55 Streamlining Check-In/Check-Out Processes30:05 Role of Hospitality in Event Success

In this episode of The First Day from The Fund Raising School, Bill Stanczykiewicz, Ed.D., welcomes back Rick Dunham, founder and chairman of Dunham & Company, to unpack the firm's latest annual survey of donors. One of the biggest findings is a disconnect between donors' personal finances and their perceptions of the broader economy. Donors reported feeling less financially stressed personally, yet more pessimistic about economic conditions, and roughly 25% said that pessimism could cause them to reduce their giving. Rick's advice to fundraisers is not to pretend those concerns do not exist, but to meet donors with empathy while keeping the “why” front and center. Show what a gift makes possible, tell stories that demonstrate real impact, and maintain a steady cadence of communication. In uncertain times, donors need to know that nonprofit leaders understand the world they are living in, and that their generosity still matters. The conversation then turns to a fundraising tool that apparently refuses to retire: direct mail. Despite occasional declarations that the mailbox belongs somewhere between the rotary phone and the fax machine, more than 80% of donors say they respond to direct mail. Even more striking, 93% of Gen Z donors report responding to it, and 80% say they would like to receive monthly mail from organizations they support. Rick calls this the “mailbox advantage”: while digital inboxes are overflowing, the physical mailbox is often far less crowded. But the real lesson is that direct mail and digital giving are not competing channels. Nearly half of donors who receive direct mail prefer to complete their gift online, compared with about 20% who respond through the mail itself. Rick shares one client example in which online revenue tied indirectly to mailed appeals was consistently two to two-and-a-half times the revenue returned through the mail. The warning for fundraisers is clear: measure the whole donor journey, or you may dramatically underestimate what your direct mail program is actually producing. That donor journey has to work once someone reaches the website, too. One in five donors said they have abandoned an online donation because the process was too difficult. Older donors tend to worry more about security, while younger donors place a premium on simplicity, so nonprofits need both a seamless giving experience and visible signals that transactions are secure. Bill and Rick also emphasize that a website should do more than provide information; it should make a compelling case for support. Donors frequently cite an organization's website as a major influence on their decision to give online, and person-to-person requests remain an important driver of digital donations as well. Dunham & Company included non-donors in the survey for the first time and found a notably higher level of distrust toward charities among that group. Rick recommends building trust through impact stories, financial transparency, board visibility, and especially donor testimonials; letting current supporters explain why they believe the organization is worthy of support. Bill and Rick close by looking at two areas with major implications for the future: tax policy and Gen Z. Many donors remain unaware of newer charitable tax provisions, including the Universal Charitable Deduction, even though Rick notes that about 67% of donors likely take the standard deduction. That creates an opportunity for nonprofits to educate supporters through receipts, newsletters, and simple “did you know?” messages. Meanwhile, Gen Z continues to challenge assumptions about younger donors. Rick points to survey data showing that 40% of Gen Z respondents attend religious services almost every week, and he connects that engagement with charitable behavior. The takeaway for fundraisers is to keep one eye on the coming transfer of wealth while refusing to ignore the donors already coming up behind it.

The American Red Cross is warning of a national blood emergency after the nation's blood supply dropped nearly 25%, raising concerns that lifesaving blood may not be available when patients need it most. This as hospitals brace for the busiest weeks of summer trauma season, the stretch between Memorial Day and Labor Day when emergency room volume normally spikes by 15% to 27%. All blood types are urgently needed, with immediate demand highest for Type O, B negative, and AB plasma. FOX's Tonya J. Powers speaks with Dr. Courtney Lawrence, Red Cross Division Chief Medical Officer, who explains why donations are urgently needed now, who is at greatest risk, and what people can do today to help prevent a worsening blood shortage. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The American Red Cross is warning of a national blood emergency after the nation's blood supply dropped nearly 25%, raising concerns that lifesaving blood may not be available when patients need it most. This as hospitals brace for the busiest weeks of summer trauma season, the stretch between Memorial Day and Labor Day when emergency room volume normally spikes by 15% to 27%. All blood types are urgently needed, with immediate demand highest for Type O, B negative, and AB plasma. FOX's Tonya J. Powers speaks with Dr. Courtney Lawrence, Red Cross Division Chief Medical Officer, who explains why donations are urgently needed now, who is at greatest risk, and what people can do today to help prevent a worsening blood shortage. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The American Red Cross is warning of a national blood emergency after the nation's blood supply dropped nearly 25%, raising concerns that lifesaving blood may not be available when patients need it most. This as hospitals brace for the busiest weeks of summer trauma season, the stretch between Memorial Day and Labor Day when emergency room volume normally spikes by 15% to 27%. All blood types are urgently needed, with immediate demand highest for Type O, B negative, and AB plasma. FOX's Tonya J. Powers speaks with Dr. Courtney Lawrence, Red Cross Division Chief Medical Officer, who explains why donations are urgently needed now, who is at greatest risk, and what people can do today to help prevent a worsening blood shortage. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

He's back for a third time, and he still has plenty to say. Jamie Lamont, VP of Events at Sinai Health Foundation, is one of the most experienced voices in Canadian fundraising events — and one of Amy's favourite people to think out loud with. This episode is a can't miss and covers a lot of ground: what's kept Jamie in the sector for decades, how he approaches leadership in a world full of micromanagers, how to attract the next generation of donors, and the event trend he's watching that most organizations haven't caught onto yet. There's also a sneak peek at something brand new coming out of Sinai that you're going to want to steal. If you've ever wondered how a seasoned VP thinks about building events, building teams, and building the case for both — this is the conversation for you.Key components:What Jamie says has kept him in fundraising events for decades, and why the trust organizations gave him to create and innovate made all the differenceHow to make a business case to leadership: Jamie's practical approach to pitching up the chain without losing the roomThe event trend he's watching: boutique, crafted events designed around a specific donor pool — and why "spray and pray" is losing groundDesignated vs. undesignated funds through events, and how Sinai is designing new events to balance bothWhy the impact conversation needs to replace the cost-to-raise-a-dollar conversation, and what that shift actually looks like"Find the empty spaces and the places where we can go and play — where there's not a lot of noise already, but that makes sense to the donors we're trying to attract."Connect with Jamie on LinkedInCheck out Sinai Health Foundation

BackaBuddy founder Patrick Schofield speaks to Clarence Ford about turning a shuttered crowdfunding platform into South Africa's biggest, closing in on R1 billion raised and a million donors, and what a decade of giving has revealed about South Africans. Views and News with Clarence Ford is the mid-morning show on CapeTalk. This 3-hour long programme shares and reflects a broad array of perspectives. It is inspirational, passionate and positive. Host Clarence Ford’s gentle curiosity and dapper demeanour leave listeners feeling motivated and empowered. Known for his love of jazz and golf, Clarrie covers a range of themes including relationships, heritage and philosophy. Popular segments include Barbs’ Wire at 9:30am (Mon-Thurs) and The Naked Scientist at 9:30 on Fridays. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Views & News with Clarence Ford Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays between 09:00 and 12:00 (SA Time) to Views and News with Clarence Ford broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/erjiQj2 or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/BdpaXRn Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Things Discussed: Craig asks AI if any of us should be athletic director. Brian on Warde: Not an easy tenure to assess. The case against him is we're spending $11 million on an investigation because there were too many scandals that were explainable (Weiss) or went away (Shoop, Xavier Simpson crashes Warde's wife's car), on top of $30 million for the Stalions thing, on top of what it costs to send him on his way. There wasn't a lot of coherence. Mixed legacy, but there are a couple of national championships on his resume, graduated athletes, good hires. Seth: Ends as it lived: waiting around five months to write a big check. He accumulated enemies. If he won some of these battles—kept Harbaugh, kept Bakich, kept Dusty—or had a few more instances where he acted decisively on a scandal (like Weiss). Sam violates a confidence with Greg Harden to clear up something: the *SCHOOL* had a firm they use to vet people like Shemy; when they failed it fell on Warde, but he didn't have a choice which firm. Sam thinks Grasso told him "I've got your back, but I'm gone soon, so do you want to go out on your own terms or somebody else's?" Seth & Sam: The decision not to release the report doesn't look good for the president and regents. Warde was probably the target of the investigation, but they probably turned up things that the vetting org, where the people who commissioned the report are the ones who botched it. This is how Baylor handles things. Why would you spend $12 million when the buyout is $7.5? Is Warde getting more than his buyout? If so, what are we paying for? Is it to keep quiet about other things? Our rivals want to know, we want to know. Can't think of a good faith reason not to present all of the findings in a report, except to prevent, e.g. Shriver from fishing. Brian: Michigan has a policy of not complying with FOIA. Sam: Why would they release that? Seth: Grasso is independent now, because what are they gonna do, fire him? But the regents are elected by the people of the State of Michigan, and too many people who investigate Michigan are too good at their jobs. Not me, but we have real journalists around here. We just got the real story of the botched Shemy background check. Do you really want to wait for Kim Kozlowski to dig out more stories like that? Or the Daily? Because she/they fucking will, and you'll all look like idiots. Sam reacts to the "Warde is lazy" talk. He was very hands-on when he re-hired Harbaugh in 2020, e.g. there's no way Harbaugh hires Mike Hart. If you were to FOIA conversations about waiting to make a decision on Mel, he's sure you'll find Warde wasn't alone in sitting on the report. What if it wasn't (just) Warde? Talking about the next president. They're considering Duggan (a politician). Only if it's someone who got out of politics because they're too honest. Craig recommends Obama—he couldn't be *that* bored. Think it will be an academic. According to one donor, the AD's #1 job: fundraising. A lot of them are going to be super pro-Katie Fraumann, though she doesn't have AD experience. Sam: like going with a politician for president. Seth: no, it's more like raising the OC. It's not direct AD experience, but it's a lot closer to being an AD. Who are our candidates? We can do a better job of laying out what we want. Winning, obviously. Brian wants someone who *REALLY* cares about the university. Seth wants transparency, who changes Michigan's culture, where you know not to fuck around because we won't cover it up for you. Sam agrees that wasn't a strength for Warde, though he was doing better with it at the end. Craig: someone who really loves the university, because Santa Ono didn't. Sam needs someone who can manage the academic space and also fundraise. Fair to say politicians do more of extracting money without giving anything back. Fraumann? Donors' pick. Not a seasoned AD, but someone who's been next to the AD. Seth: Warde was very good at raising money without annoying me. I love nothing better than when donors give millions and millions, and I don't have to hear about it, and Katie must have been part of that. I've heard the same things from donors, which is important; I want Sam to find out what the coaches think, because that was a key issue w Warde, and it's important that they want to work for her. Brian: on the surface she looks like a good pick, notable that she was hired for an academic job at DePaul.

The voters are fake. The donors are fake. Is anything real in the Democrat Party? The Democrat media is forced to walk back their election fraud talking points. (Please subscribe & share.) Sources: https://enjoyer.com/is-el-sayed-s-campaign-funded-by-elderly-fake-donors-actblue/ https://ballotpedia.org/J._Aaron_Regunberg

For a woman facing an unplanned pregnancy, one appointment can open the door to practical support, renewed hope, and the life-changing message of the gospel. Dan Steiner, Founder and President of PreBorn!, joined the show today to explain how the ministry partners with pregnancy clinics across the country to serve women in crisis, protect unborn children, and introduce families to the hope found in Jesus Christ. A Calling Rooted in Christ Steiner's involvement in the pregnancy center movement began during his personal time with the Lord. As he prayed about how his life could reflect gratitude for what Christ had done for him, he became increasingly burdened by abortion and the lives affected by it. That conviction eventually led him to serve at a pregnancy center in the Midwest and later establish PreBorn!. From the beginning, Steiner says the ministry has been grounded in a simple conviction: Christ must remain at the center. Women facing unplanned pregnancies often need medical services, practical resources, and compassionate guidance. But their deepest need, like ours, is the hope and restoration found in Jesus. Today, PreBorn! works with nearly 300 pregnancy clinics, particularly in cities with high abortion rates. The ministry helps establish clinics, provides ultrasound equipment, covers the cost of ultrasound appointments, trains leaders, supports medical personnel, and connects women searching online for abortion information with nearby pregnancy clinics. Why Ultrasounds Matter Ultrasound technology is central to PreBorn!'s work because it allows a mother to see her child, often for the first time. According to PreBorn!, women who receive an ultrasound are significantly more likely to continue their pregnancies. The image on the screen can transform an abstract and frightening situation into a deeply personal encounter. Steiner shared the story of a pregnant 13-year-old who arrived at one of the ministry's partner clinics intending to have an abortion. She believed she was too young to become a mother and had not told her own mother about the pregnancy. But when she saw her child on the ultrasound screen, she began to weep. She chose life, and an adoption plan was later arranged for her baby. The ultrasound did not remove every difficulty she faced. It did, however, give her the opportunity to better understand the life developing inside her and to consider a different path. Caring for Women Beyond the Appointment Choosing life is often only the beginning of a woman's journey. Many women considering abortion are confronting financial pressure, unstable relationships, housing challenges, or uncertainty about how they will care for a child. That is why PreBorn's partner clinics seek to provide more than a single appointment. Depending on the clinic and the woman's needs, support may include maternity clothing, diapers, cribs, car seats, parenting resources, counseling, and ongoing care for several years. This compassionate approach recognizes that caring for an unborn child also means caring for the mother. Christians should never treat a woman facing an unplanned pregnancy as a political symbol or a problem to be solved. She is a person made in the image of God who deserves patience, dignity, truth, and practical help. “Let us not love in word or talk but in deed and in truth” (1 John 3:18). Sharing the Hope of Christ PreBorn! describes its mission as saving lives for both earth and eternity. Protecting unborn children is an essential part of its work, but the ministry also wants every woman and family it serves to hear the gospel. Romans 1:16 is central to that mission: “For I am not ashamed of the gospel, for it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes.” Steiner recalled one young couple who entered a clinic divided over what to do. The father was pressuring his girlfriend to have an abortion because he feared repeating the destructive patterns he had witnessed in his own family. A counselor placed a fetal model representing the approximate size of their baby in his hand. As he looked at it, he began to cry. He knew abortion was not the answer, but he also felt powerless to become the father his child needed. The counselor then shared the hope of the gospel and explained that Jesus could redeem his past and begin transforming his future. According to Steiner, both parents placed their faith in Christ and chose life for their child. PreBorn! reports that more than 100,000 people have committed their lives to Christ through its ministry over the past two decades. These decisions are not produced by an ultrasound or a counseling technique. Salvation belongs to the Lord. Yet God often works through faithful people who combine truth, compassion, and practical care. Responding to a Changing Landscape Although the legal landscape surrounding abortion has changed significantly in recent years, the need for pregnancy care has not disappeared. The growing availability of abortion pills online means many women may never enter a traditional abortion facility. Instead, they can locate providers, schedule telehealth appointments, and receive medication through the mail. PreBorn! is responding by using digital outreach to connect with women as they search online. Trained team members can speak with them, answer questions, and help schedule appointments with partner clinics where they can receive medical services, an ultrasound, and compassionate support. This changing environment requires pregnancy ministries to pair unwavering biblical convictions with wisdom, innovation, and sensitivity. Behind every online search is a woman who may be frightened, isolated, or unsure where to turn. The goal is not merely to win an argument. It is to reach her with truth and love before she makes a decision she cannot reverse. Using God's Resources to Defend Life Faithful stewardship involves asking how the resources God has entrusted to us can be used to serve our neighbors and advance gospel-centered work. A gift of $28 to PreBorn helps provide an ultrasound for a woman facing an unplanned pregnancy. Donors may also fund an ultrasound machine for $15,000. According to Steiner, a single machine may remain in service for approximately 10 years and produce hundreds of scans each year. Of course, Christians will not all support the same organizations or participate in this work in the same way. Some may give financially. Others may volunteer, foster, adopt, mentor young parents, provide meals, or support a local pregnancy center. What matters is that our concern for life takes visible form. When God's people respond with generosity, women receive compassionate care, families find practical support, unborn children are given an opportunity for life, and doors open for the hope of Christ to be shared. To help provide an ultrasound for a woman in crisis, visit FaithFi.com/PreBorn or dial #250 and use the keyword “BABY.” On Today's Program, Rob Answers Listener Questions: I'm wondering about the new Trump accounts for children and whether they're a better option than a 529 plan for my grandson. If his parents open either type of account and I contribute, would I receive any tax benefit, and how would that work? I'm semi-retired, turning 65 in November, and currently have health, dental, and vision insurance through my school job, including an HSA that helps cover medical expenses. Do I still need to sign up for Medicare at 65, even if I keep my current coverage? And if so, how should I go about it? Resources Mentioned: Faithful Steward: FaithFi's Quarterly Magazine (Become a FaithFi Partner) PreBorn! Our Ultimate Treasure: A 21-Day Journey to Faithful Stewardship by Rob West Wisdom Over Wealth: 12 Lessons from Ecclesiastes on Money Look At The Sparrows: A 21-Day Devotional on Financial Fear and Anxiety Rich Toward God: A Study on the Parable of the Rich Fool Find a Certified Kingdom Advisor® (CKA) FaithFi App Remember, you can call in to ask your questions every weekday at (800) 525-7000. Faith & Finance is also available on Moody Radio Network and American Family Radio. You can also visit FaithFi.com to connect with our online community and partner with us as we help more people live as faithful stewards of God's resources. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. 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No BS Newshour Episode #427El-Sayed Scampaign DonorsElizabeth is a true believer in liberal causes and continues to make small political donations by way of ActBlue—the Democrat online fundraising platform.(4:36) But somehow, those few dozen small donations she has made have transmogrified into 14,696 donations totaling more than $150,000—the equivalent of eight donations a day, every day for the past five years averaging $9.18.She says she has contributed to Abdul El-Sayed, the Democratic Socialist running for Michigan's U.S. Senate seat, but not 47 times spanning the last TWO YEARS, as federal filings show.PLUS- (28:30) Wrapped up like a meatloaf.The city's removing soil so toxic the city has to wrap neighboring houses in cellophane.How poisoned is it?Why weren't the neighbors told?Is the homeowner wrapped inside?⁠NBN on YouTube⁠⁠: https://www.youtube.com/@NoBSNewshourNBN on iTunes⁠⁠: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/no-bs-newshour-with-charlie-leduff/id1754976617NBN on Spotify⁠⁠: https://open.spotify.com/show/0qMLWg6goiLQCRom8QNndC⁠⁠Like NBN on Facebook⁠⁠:  https://www.facebook.com/LeDuffCharlie⁠⁠Follow to NBN on Twitter : https://x.com/charlieleduff Sponsored by American Coney Island, Pinnacle Wealth Strategies, and XG Service Group

Nonprofits are doing incredible work, but if your messaging isn't clear, your impact can easily get lost.In this episode of Nonprofit Nation, Julia sits down with Ian Stewart, Founder and CEO of Whole Brand Agency and a StoryBrand Certified Guide, to discuss why clear messaging is one of the most powerful fundraising tools nonprofits can have.Ian explains how confusing language can unintentionally create barriers for donors and supporters, making it harder for them to understand your mission and take action. Drawing from the StoryBrand framework, he shares practical strategies to simplify your messaging, position your donors as the heroes of your story, and create communications that inspire generosity without oversimplifying your mission.Whether you're planning your next fundraising campaign, refreshing your website, or simply trying to communicate your impact more effectively, this episode offers actionable advice to help your nonprofit connect with the right audience and increase donor engagement. In this episode, you'll learn: Why confusing messaging hurts donor engagement and fundraising.  The fundamentals of the StoryBrand framework for nonprofits.  How to simplify complex missions without losing authenticity.  Tips for creating fundraising campaigns with clear, compelling messaging.  How storytelling strengthens donor relationships.  Practical exercises to help clarify your nonprofit's message today.  Why positioning your donor as the hero leads to stronger engagement.  How to evaluate whether your current messaging is actually working. About Ian StewartIan Stewart is the Founder and CEO of Whole Brand Agency, a StoryBrand Certified Guide, and host of the Whole Brand Podcast. He helps organizations clarify their messaging, build trust, and create marketing that keeps their brands top of mind.Throughout his career, Ian has worked with organizations including the PGA Tour, the University of Colorado, and nonprofits such as America's Kids Belong, Colorado Youth Outdoors, and the Denver Institute of Work and Faith. His passion lies in helping mission-driven organizations communicate with clarity, build meaningful relationships, and grow with intention. Connect with Ian StewartWebsite: https://wholebrand.agency/StoryBrand for Nonprofits: https://wholebrand.agency/sbnonprofit/LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/ianstewart12Take my free masterclass: 3 Must-Have Elements of Social Media Content that Converts

Send us Fan MailBehavioral science for nonprofit fundraising reveals why good intentions do not always become donations and how nonprofits can design a donor experience that makes giving easier, more confident, and more rewarding. Eleni Fischer and Julia Toffoli of ideas42 share research-informed strategies for reducing donor friction without manufacturing or manipulating generosity.Donors operate in an increasingly crowded environment filled with emails, text messages, online appeals, giving platforms, and nearly two million registered U.S. nonprofits. Even people who genuinely want to give can become overwhelmed by competing choices, limited attention, unclear information, and a lack of meaningful feedback!In this conversation, Eleni and Julia explain how behavioral science examines the way people actually make decisions, not how organizations assume they should behave. Donors rely on emotions, habits, social norms, context, and mental shortcuts, especially when the number of choices becomes difficult to manage.That creates an important operational challenge for nonprofit leaders: fundraising success depends on more than producing another appeal or asking development staff to make more phone calls. The complete donor journey must be considered, including discovery, website design, donation forms, communications, stewardship, personalization, and reporting.Julia explains, “We don't want to try to manufacture intent or get people to do something that they don't want to do.” Instead, the goal is to help donors follow through on generosity they already value.The guests introduce ideas42's ‘Generosity by Design' framework, organized around four areas: capturing attention and encouraging discovery, curating and personalizing choices, improving framing and choice architecture, and providing reflection and feedback.As Julia reminds nonprofit teams, “Everything is a design choice.” When fundraising, marketing, technology, leadership, and donor services work together, nonprofits can create giving experiences that feel less transactional and more meaningful without adding unreasonable demands to already limited staff capacity.Key Takeaways:Choice overload can delay giving and reduce satisfaction with the final decision.Curated recommendations can help donors navigate an enormous field of charitable options.Donation-page design influences donor confidence, completion, and satisfaction.Feedback about giving history and impact can reinforce future generosity.Behavioral science should inform marketing, technology, stewardship, and fundraising—not remain isolated within one department.Nonprofits should help donors fulfill existing intentions rather than attempt to manufacture them.00:00:00 Unlocking Generosity with Behavioral Science00:02:11 How ideas42 Applies Behavioral Science00:05:09 How Donors Actually Make Decisions00:07:47 Donor Attention in an Overwhelming World00:09:42 Psychology, Culture, and Charitable Giving00:12:18 Redesigning the Donation Experience00:13:19 Turning Fundraiser Intuition into Strategy00:14:33 Aligning Fundraising, Marketing, and Technology00:18:51 The Biggest Behavioral Barriers to Giving00:21:59 Introducing Generosity by Design00:23:36 Curation, Personalization, and Choice Architecture00:24:58 Why Donors Need Reflection and Feedback#NonprofitFundraising #DonorEngagement #TheNonprofitShowFind us Live daily on YouTube!Find us  Live daily on LinkedIn!Find us Live daily on X: @Nonprofit_ShowOur national co-hosts and amazing guests discuss management, money and missions of nonprofits!  12:30pm ET   11:30am CT  10:30am MT  9:30am PTSend us your ideas for Show Guests or Topics: HelpDesk@AmericanNonprofitAcademy.comVisit us on the web:The Nonprofit Show

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He asked to sit in on hiring. She almost said yes to that too.Here's what changed her mind.On this week's episode, I tell the story of a major gift officer whose biggest donor had slowly taken over her evenings, her weekends, and nearly her hiring decisions.We walk through the power dynamics that show up in almost every major gift relationship, the red flags worth naming early, and the reset language that protected both her dignity and the gift.What's one boundary you've had to set with a generous donor?Listen to this episode and share it with anyone on your team navigating a tricky donor dynamic right now. More from Tammy ZonkerAuthor of Calling All Heroes: Combining the Best of Donor-Centered and Community-Centered Fundraising for Greater ImpactFounder of Fundraising TransformedPresident of Modern Institute for Charitable GivingBook Tammy to Keynote Your Next EventReserve your spot at the upcoming Excellence in Major Gift Fundraising SeminarSubscribe to the Scaling Major Gifts newsletterConnect with Tammy Zonker on LinkedInResources: Show notes, links, and resources mentioned in this episode.Review my show: Please review my show. After you click the link, scroll to the bottom, first tap to rate with five stars, and then tap “Write a Review.” Then, let me know what you liked most about this particular episode or how you find my podcast helpful, valuable, insightful, or inspiring in some way.Privacy Policy: See Privacy Policy at https://www.fundraisingtransformed.com/policies

Donors want to know that their generosity is making a real difference. Yet many gifts can feel like they disappear into a “black box,” leaving supporters unsure where their donations went or whom they helped. In this episode, Rob Harter speaks with Antonis Politis, CEO and co-founder of Givelink, and Panos Kokmotos, COO and co-founder of Givelink, about how greater transparency can strengthen donor trust, improve the giving experience, and increase donor retention. Givelink enables donors to purchase products that nonprofits currently need, track those items through delivery, and receive photos, videos, and personalized stories showing their impact. Antonis and Panos explain why nonprofits should make giving more tangible and human, how AI can personalize donor communications without replacing authentic connection, and why Givelink's transparency model has led donors to give approximately 60% more annually. Key Topics Include: Why uncertainty about where donations go can weaken donor trust and retention How Givelink connects donors with the specific products nonprofits currently need Why nonprofits should be able to track charitable impact as easily as consumers track a package How photos, videos, and personalized impact stories make giving more tangible Why Givelink reports that donors give approximately 60% more annually through its platform How nonprofits can use AI to personalize donor communications while preserving authentic human connection How Givelink provides its in-kind donation platform to nonprofits at no cost Mentioned in This Episode: Learn more about Givelink and its free in-kind donation platform for nonprofits: Givelink Explore Givelink's resources for nonprofit organizations: Givelink for Nonprofits Research nonprofit accountability and transparency: Charity Navigator This Episode is Sponsored By: Donorbox Links to Resources: Interested in Leadership and Life Coaching? Visit Rob's website: RobHarter.com Find us on YouTube: Nonprofit Leadership Podcast YouTube Channel Suggestions for the show? Email us at nonprofitleadershippodcast@gmail.com Request a sample coaching session: Email Rob at rob@robharter.com Subscribe and ShareListen and subscribe to the Nonprofit Leadership Podcast on iTunes, Spotify, or Amazon. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and share with other nonprofit leaders!

In this episode of The First Day from The Fund Raising School, Bill Stanczykiewicz, Ed.D., takes an analytical look at the 2026 Giving USA report, which reviews charitable giving in the United States during calendar year 2025. Bill begins with the headline that charitable giving reached $617 billion in current dollars, the highest total ever reported. He explains the difference between current dollars and inflation-adjusted dollars, noting that while inflation still weighs heavily on household budgets, donors nevertheless gave at record levels. For Bill, the message is clear: the rumors of generosity's demise may be not greatly exaggerated, but greatly misunderstood. Even in a world of mortgage payments, food costs, medical bills, and general economic “oh no, the budget is doing gymnastics” anxiety, Americans continued to give. Bill then breaks down where the giving came from, emphasizing that individuals remain the engine of American philanthropy. Individuals accounted for 64% of total giving, but when bequests and the personal-family-foundation portion of foundation giving are included, Bill estimates that roughly 83% of charitable giving is connected to individuals. That is a friendly but firm reminder to fundraisers: start with people. Board members, volunteers, staff when appropriate, program participants, alumni, annual fund donors, major donors, and new donors acquired through events, mail, and digital channels all matter. Foundations and corporations are important, too, but a strong base of individual support makes an organization more sustainable and more attractive to institutional funders. The episode then turns to where charitable dollars went. Giving increased in eight of the nine Giving USA subsectors, with double-digit gains in education, environment and animals, and public-society benefit. Bill spends particular time on donor-advised funds, noting that many private-sector DAF sponsors are included in the public-society-benefit category. He connects these Giving USA findings with other research showing rapid growth in donor-advised funds, suggesting that some giving that might once have gone to private foundations may now be flowing into DAFs instead. That means fundraisers should be prepared to talk with donors about donor-advised funds, especially because many sponsors now allow accounts to be opened with much lower minimums than in the past. Bill also highlights one of the biggest takeaways from the report: bequest giving increased nearly 20% in current dollars and nearly 17% after adjusting for inflation, suggesting that the long-discussed wealth transfer may now be showing up in the data. Planned giving, he says, should not be treated like a mysterious locked attic in the fundraising house; it belongs in the regular fundraising strategy. Bill closes by urging fundraisers to study multiple years of data rather than overreacting to a single year. Since 2019, total charitable giving is up 42%, while inflation is up 26%, giving nonprofits reason to fundraise with an abundance mentality and a growth mindset. He also points to the “wealth effect” of giving, especially the strong relationship between the S&P 500 and charitable giving in the following year. After three straight years of double-digit S&P 500 gains, philanthropy has benefited from a powerful financial tailwind, though Bill cautions fundraisers to watch the market carefully as they plan for 2026 and beyond. The takeaway is optimistic but practical: fundraising is still work, and if it were easy, Bill jokes, we would let AI and the robots do it all. But the data offer plenty of flashing green lights. Donors are still generous, individual relationships still matter most, planned giving deserves attention, and nonprofits can move forward with confidence, discipline, and a deep commitment to the people, communities, animals, environments, arts, health causes, and missions they serve.

Bloodworks Northwest has declared a Code Red blood emergency — meaning less than a one-to-two-day supply remains for patients across the Pacific Northwest. The nonprofit supplies 95 percent of regional hospitals and is asking donors to give and spread the word. One July donor wins a $10,000 gas card. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/bloodworks-northwest-issue-code-red-seeks-blood-donors/ #BloodworksNorthwest #CodeRed #BloodDonation #PacificNorthwest #ClarkCounty #BloodShortage #SaveALife #DonateBlood #WashingtonState #Community

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Send us Fan MailAI strategy for nonprofit leaders is no longer a future-planning exercise. AI is already influencing fundraising decisions, staff workflows, donor research, website visibility, and how prospective supporters evaluate nonprofit organizations.Darren Richards, Founder and Director of Charity AI Partners, explains why the central AI issue is not choosing the newest tool. It is exercising sound leadership judgment.“The tools aren't the problem,” Darren tells us. “The issue is where you do and don't use it. Where are the red lines?”Darren introduces three ways nonprofits can apply AI: predict, iterate, and automate. Predictive AI can analyze donor data, identify supporters at risk of lapsing, and improve campaign segmentation. Generative AI can adapt a case for support for different funders and audiences. AI agents can assist with research, analysis, writing, and routine administrative work. But capability does not equal permission!Nonprofit leaders must establish clear guardrails around donor data, communications, staff responsibilities, approvals, and the activities that must remain human. Darren's operating principle is direct: “Governance before gadgets.”This lively conversation also examines a major change in nonprofit visibility. Donors are increasingly asking AI systems which organizations are credible, efficient, local, or trustworthy. Those systems may answer without sending the donor to the nonprofit's website!!That makes traditional SEO only part of the equation. Darren explains the growing importance of generative engine optimization and answer engine optimization, including clear question-and-answer content that helps AI systems interpret an organization accurately.The fundraising opportunity is significant. . . . . Darren shares an example of a children's hospital that used AI to increase an appeal's return from 2-to-1 to 6-to-1, raise the average gift by nearly one-third, and mail half as many people.The goal is not fundraising without people. It is removing repetitive work so fundraisers can invest more time in judgment, empathy, creativity, gratitude, and donor relationships.Key Takeaways:Establish an organization-wide AI strategy before expanding tool usage.Use predictive AI to strengthen donor segmentation, retention, and campaign efficiency.Protect donor relationships, trust-building, and sensitive conversations as human responsibilities.Review what major AI platforms currently say about your organization.Structure website content around the questions prospective donors actually ask.Treat clean data, consistent messaging, and governance as prerequisites for successful AI adoption.00:00:00 AI Is a Leadership Issue00:02:04 Darren Richards' Fundraising and AI Journey00:03:41 Why Nonprofits Need AI Guardrails00:05:51 Predict, Iterate, and Automate00:08:18 What AI Should Never Do00:09:51 Protecting Authenticity and Human Connection00:11:39 How AI Is Changing Donor Search00:13:21 SEO, GEO, and Answer Engine Optimization00:17:26 Donor Trust in an AI-Directed World00:19:19 Why Governance Must Come Before Gadgets00:20:35 Will AI Eliminate Nonprofit Jobs?00:23:57 Using AI as a Thinking and Writing Partner00:26:01 Raising More Money With Better Data00:28:19 Free AI Fundraising Resources#TheNonprofitShow #NonprofitLeadership #NonprofitAIFind us Live daily on YouTube!Find us  Live daily on LinkedIn!Find us Live daily on X: @Nonprofit_ShowOur national co-hosts and amazing guests discuss management, money and missions of nonprofits!  12:30pm ET   11:30am CT  10:30am MT  9:30am PTSend us your ideas for Show Guests or Topics: HelpDesk@AmericanNonprofitAcademy.comVisit us on the web:The Nonprofit Show

There is a massive shortage in blood donations in Minnesota and the surrounding states and Brice Johnson, Regional CEO for the Red Cross - Minnesota and Dakotas joins us to discuss the problems Red Cross is currently facing when it comes to the peak trauma season throughout summer and not enough blood to keep up and the need for donors to step forward, even offering up a movie incentive as a reward for donors in partnership with Fandango!

Most missionaries don't have a mission problem—they have a known problem, and this episode fixes it. Mary Valloni walks through the seven-step donor progression from Fully Funded, showing how to move people from strangers who barely know your name to monthly supporters who tell others about you. For the full episode this clip was taken from: https://youtu.be/vJr6rHJykGI?si=OTf8Kpn8Mqnf8HVR Reserve your seat at Fully Funded LIVE:Two focused days, in person, to build your support-raising plan. Mary and Mike walk you through what to say, who to follow up with, how to invite partnership, and what to do when you get home. September 21-22, 2026 in Plano, TX. Register here: https://fullyfundedacademy.com/live Join our community:Fully Funded Academy. Get the 7-part Fully Funded curriculum, two live group coaching calls every month with Mary and Mike, support letter and email templates, bonus masterclasses on referrals and missionary fundraising events, and a private community of missionaries walking the same road. Enroll here or get on the waitlist: https://fullyfundedacademy.com Buy our book, "Fully Funded":Ebook: https://amzn.to/3PntpXR Audiobook: https://amzn.to/4tWgoCM Paperback: https://amzn.to/4tSdPRV Subscribe to our newsletter: https://fullyfundedacademy.com/newsletter Social Media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fullyfundedacademy LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/fully-funded-academy Website: https://fullyfundedacademy.com

Send us Fan MailPosting on social media and hoping donations follow? You might be setting yourself up for disappointment. In this episode, we get into why social media is often a top-of-funnel tool, not a direct-response one, and why that's not a bad thing once you understand how to use it right. We talk about the algorithm problem nobody wants to admit: that even your own followers might never see your posts. We also dig into what actually makes content land, from ditching jargon to using strength-based framing that invites people in instead of guilt-tripping them.On this week's episode of The Small Nonprofit Podcast, Maria sits down with Farra Trompeter, co-director and worker-owner at Big Duck, who has spent over 30 years helping nonprofits use communications to build brands, run campaigns, and grow sustainably. If you've ever wondered whether your org "should" be on every platform, or worried your content isn't landing the way you hoped, this conversation gives you a clearer way to think about both.Connect with Farra: farra@bigduck.comConnect with Farra on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/farra/Visit their website: https://bigduck.com/Get the FREE 30-Day Board Fundraising Challenge here: https://www.gofurthertogether.ca/30-day-challengeWe guide your board through 30 actionable things they can do to support your nonprofit's fundraising, helping them feel confident representing the mission. You don't need to figure it out alone. Book a Discovery Call with Further Together if you need help raising money in a way aligned with your values. Support the show

In this episode of The First Day from The Fund Raising School, Bill Stanczykiewicz, Ed.D., welcomes Morgan Jessup, Director of the Walk to End Alzheimer's for the Alzheimer's Association in Indianapolis. Bill opens with a reality many fundraisers know well: some of the nonprofit sector's most generous donors are members of the Boomer and Silent generations, and normal aging can sometimes bring changes in memory, communication, and decision-making. More serious conditions, including Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia, can create even greater challenges. Morgan explains how the Alzheimer's Association supports families, caregivers, and communities while raising awareness and funding research through more than 600 Walk to End Alzheimer's events across the country. She also reminds listeners that these events often serve as a “front door” to services such as caregiver support groups, educational programs, and a free 24/7 helpline. Bill and Morgan then explore how fundraisers can distinguish ordinary forgetfulness from behavior that may signal a more serious concern. Misplacing keys once is one thing; repeated confusion about time or place, significant personality changes, missed commitments, inconsistent stories, or difficulty managing familiar responsibilities may warrant closer attention. Morgan encourages fundraisers to learn the Alzheimer's Association's ten warning signs and, just as importantly, to know their donors well enough to recognize meaningful changes. A single missed meeting may be nothing more than a crowded calendar doing what crowded calendars do. A consistent pattern, however, may suggest that the fundraiser should pause, observe, and consider whether the donor needs additional support. The conversation becomes especially important when a donor experiencing possible cognitive decline wants to make an unusually large gift or proposes a contribution that does not match previous behavior. Morgan advises fundraisers to respond with compassion, transparency, and a person-centered approach. That may mean gently confirming the donor's wishes, consulting trusted family members or advisers when appropriate, or seeking guidance before proceeding. She also recommends using the Alzheimer's Association's free 24/7 helpline, which is staffed by master's-level clinicians who can help callers prepare for difficult conversations and navigate questions about dementia. Bill reinforces the central ethical principle: the gift is never more important than the donor. Protecting the donor's dignity, autonomy, and well-being must remain the fundraiser's highest priority. Bill and Morgan close by emphasizing that nonprofits should not leave these situations to improvisation, crossed fingers, and a hurried hallway conversation. Organizations can prepare by including cognitive decline and donor vulnerability in gift-acceptance policies, establishing clear internal reporting procedures, and encouraging development staff to consult colleagues and leadership when concerns arise. Fundraisers should notice changes, document patterns carefully, seek expert guidance, and involve the donor's support network when appropriate. The takeaway is both practical and deeply human: fundraising is built on relationships, and those relationships require care during every stage of a donor's life. When cognitive decline enters the picture, ethical fundraising means slowing down, asking thoughtful questions, and remembering that generosity should always be met with compassion rather than pressure.

Melbourne property developers, entrepreneurs and small business owners are promising huge sums to Pauline Hanson’s party before November's state election. They say it’s in return for advocacy on key policy areas. It is advocacy these donors think will be stronger coming from One Nation, rather than the party they once supported – the Coalition.But the identities of these donors are, so far, shrouded in secrecy. Senior reporter Sarah Danckert says one reason is because they’re feeling some shame about their promise to One Nation. In today’s episode, Danckert explains why Hanson is attracting more donations from business circles beyond her most wealthiest backer, mining magnate Gina Rinehart.Subscribe to The Age & SMH: https://subscribe.smh.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Melbourne property developers, entrepreneurs and small business owners are promising huge sums to Pauline Hanson’s party before November's state election. They say it’s in return for advocacy on key policy areas. It is advocacy these donors think will be stronger coming from One Nation, rather than the party they once supported – the Coalition.But the identities of these donors are, so far, shrouded in secrecy. Senior reporter Sarah Danckert says one reason is because they’re feeling some shame about their promise to One Nation. In today’s episode, Danckert explains why Hanson is attracting more donations from business circles beyond her most wealthiest backer, mining magnate Gina Rinehart.Subscribe to The Age & SMH: https://subscribe.smh.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Republicans don't haven an exit ramp. Instead, they have a traffic circle with a lot of honking.And while Republicans absolutely have internal disagreement, they don't show the same pattern of sustained high-profile capital permanently relocating into the Democratic donor universe.That's the key distinction.One side is experiencing visible exits from elite donors.The other side is experiencing friction without mass departure.And yes, there are moments where Republican donors cool off or pause.But pause is not the same thing as departure.A paused checkbook can reopen.A relocated checkbook usually doesn't come back with interest.Now layer in the infrastructure.Because this is where it stops being about personalities and starts being about plumbing.Democrats still have one of the most powerful fundraising engines in modern politics. Small-dollar digital fundraising is fast, efficient, and deeply embedded in the system.But the broader environment around it is getting more complicated.Scrutiny is increasing around political fundraising pathways, nonprofit-linked funding structures, and the flow of money through organizations that sit adjacent to campaigns.And whether that scrutiny is fair, political, or overdue depends on who you ask.But donors don't wait for consensus.Donors react to friction.And friction, in financial language, is just another word for hesitation.Meanwhile, Republicans are operating with a different balance sheet reality.Not perfect dominance. Not uniform advantage.But a relatively stable high-dollar donor base, plus selective inflows from outside traditional Republican circles, especially from parts of tech and finance that once defaulted Democratic.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Send us Fan MailHow often should nonprofits ask for donations without exhausting their supporters? This Fundraisers Friday conversation offers a sharper way to evaluate donor communication frequency, campaign volume, stewardship, segmentation, and the messages being sent between solicitations!Julia C. Patrick and Tony Beall challenge a common assumption: frequent communication is not automatically the problem. Tony tells us, “It's not really that you're communicating too much. It's just that what you're communicating is redundant.”That distinction matters as nonprofit teams plan GivingTuesday, year-end fundraising, direct mail, email campaigns, social media, and Q4 donor outreach. Eight messages may feel excessive internally, but they may reach several carefully segmented audiences rather than landing repeatedly with the same people.The lively convo moves beyond campaign calendars into the operating systems that support stronger donor relationships. Tony recommends using volunteers as communication auditors, scheduling dedicated stewardship time, documenting meaningful touchpoints in the CRM, and reviewing the last 10 communications sent through each channel.One of the most useful ideas is to stop treating donor communication preferences as an all-or-nothing project. Instead of attempting to customize every interaction for every donor, begin with the top 10% of supporters. Learn whether they prefer email, text, phone calls, or direct mail, then expand the process as capacity allows.Tony also shares a simple phrase that can lower anxiety before a larger solicitation: “How would you feel if…?” Rather than immediately requesting a $20,000 commitment or increased gift, the fundraiser can explore the donor's reaction and readiness. It opens a candid conversation without cornering the donor—or the fundraiser.This episode offers a disciplined way to examine whether their organization is communicating too much, too little, or simply without enough variety and relevance.Key Takeaways:Segment audiences before judging whether campaign frequency is excessive.Monitor unsubscribes, nonresponse, and message repetition—not volume alone.Schedule stewardship activities instead of hoping time appears for them.Record personal donor touchpoints in the CRM to protect institutional knowledge.Begin communication-preference tracking with the top 10% of donors.Audit the last 10 messages in every channel for balance, value, and repeated asks. 00:00:00 Asking Too Often—or Not Enough?00:03:23 Frequency Versus Donor Fatigue00:04:47 Why Audience Segmentation Changes the Answer00:05:45 The Warning Signs of Overcommunication00:06:17 Using Volunteers as Communication Auditors00:08:10 Stewardship Between Fundraising Campaigns00:10:39 Scheduling Time for Thank-You Notes00:12:33 Delivering Value Without Making an Ask00:16:13 Why Every Donor Touchpoint Belongs in the CRM00:18:03 Tracking Communication Preferences Without Overload00:20:37 “How Would You Feel If?”—A Better Donor Prompt00:23:46 Audit Your Last 10 Communications#TheNonprofitShow #NonprofitFundraising #DonorEngagementFind us Live daily on YouTube!Find us  Live daily on LinkedIn!Find us Live daily on X: @Nonprofit_ShowOur national co-hosts and amazing guests discuss management, money and missions of nonprofits!  12:30pm ET   11:30am CT  10:30am MT  9:30am PTSend us your ideas for Show Guests or Topics: HelpDesk@AmericanNonprofitAcademy.comVisit us on the web:The Nonprofit Show

From Elon Musk to cryptocurrency, we find out the big names and interests behind the Trump and Harris campaigns in 2024. Order Sharyl's new bestselling book: “Follow the $cience.” Subscribe to my two podcasts: “The Sharyl Attkisson Podcast” and “Full Measure After Hours.” Leave a review, subscribe and share with your friends! Support independent journalism by visiting the new Sharyl Attkisson store. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of Fox Across America, Jimmy Failla considers the Democratic party's plans for a new Maine senate candidate in response to Graham Platner dropping out of the race. Lara Trump, host of “My View with Lara Trump,” discusses how the new Trump Accounts are teaching American kids about financial literacy. KTBB station owner Paul Gleise gives his insight on birth tourism campaigns on the Texas border. AND, comedian Alli Breen talks about how NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani is impacting the atmosphere of New York. [00:00:00] Platner drops out of Senate race in Maine [00:38:10] Politics isn't worth losing friends or family over [00:56:30] Lara Trump [01:15:10] Playing the race card doesn't work anymore [01:28:15] Paul Gleiser [01:33:30] Alli Breen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Send us Fan MailSummer is a good time to slow down and check the quiet gaps in your fundraising…before Giving Season prep picks up speed.This episode is a fan favorite, back for our July summer rewind series.Donors haven't stopped giving. They've just gotten more careful, and that means small friction points matter more than they used to. Jena Lynch and Britt Stockert talk through three quiet "leak points", a slow checkout, under-positioned recurring giving, and fading event momentum… and how to fix them without a bigger campaign or a strategy overhaul.What You'll LearnWhy small friction costs more when donors are being cautiousHow to make recurring giving visible and easy to chooseWhy in-person energy needs an instant way to giveA simple way to check your own donation experienceAbout the HostsJena Lynch, Head of Community Engagement at Donorbox, and Britt Stockert, Fundraiser Coach at Donorbox, co-host this episode. Together, they bring hands-on experience helping nonprofits strengthen donor relationships and build fundraising systems that hold up under pressure.Resources and LinksOmniGive™ donation formsRecurring Giving FeaturesDonorbox Live™ KioskAbout DonorboxDonorbox is a trusted online and on-location fundraising platform that helps nonprofits raise more. With easy-to-use donation forms, powerful donor management tools, and features designed to grow recurring giving, we have helped 100,000-plus organizations process over $4 billion in donations worldwide.Enjoying the show? Subscribe for more practical fundraising strategies, leadership insights, and tools to help your nonprofit grow sustainably.The information provided in this series is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal or financial advice. Please consult with a professional advisor for specific guidance.Support the show

Republicans don't have an exit ramp, but more of a traffic circle with a lot of honking.And while Republicans absolutely have internal disagreement, they don't show the same pattern of sustained high-profile capital permanently relocating into the Democratic donor universe.That's the key distinction.One side is experiencing visible exits from elite donors.The other side is experiencing friction without mass departure.And yes, there are moments where Republican donors cool off or pause.But pause is not the same thing as departure.A paused checkbook can reopen.A relocated checkbook usually doesn't come back with interest.Now layer in the infrastructure.Because this is where it stops being about personalities and starts being about plumbing.Democrats still have one of the most powerful fundraising engines in modern politics. Small-dollar digital fundraising is fast, efficient, and deeply embedded in the system.But the broader environment around it is getting more complicated.Scrutiny is increasing around political fundraising pathways, nonprofit-linked funding structures, and the flow of money through organizations that sit adjacent to campaigns.And whether that scrutiny is fair, political, or overdue depends on who you ask.But donors don't wait for consensus.Donors react to friction.And friction, in financial language, is just another word for hesitation.Meanwhile, Republicans are operating with a different balance sheet reality.Not perfect dominance. Not uniform advantage.But a relatively stable high-dollar donor base, plus selective inflows from outside traditional Republican circles, especially from parts of tech and finance that once defaulted Democratic.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Candidates celebrate when their campaigns are funded by small contributions. Small donors are playing far greater roles in American politics but they are not having the positive envisioned effects. Ray La Raja and Zach Albert find that small donors are just as advantaged, partisan, and extreme as larger donors, but more impulsive, empowering show horse celebrities and norm breakers over consensus-building lawmakers. They want to redirect reformers' energy toward strengthening political parties and emphasizing local representation. 

In this episode, Travis is joined in studio by producer Eric for a candid conversation about financial transparency, nonprofit accountability, and the responsibilities that come with managing donated money. Using viral social media clips and recent church finance controversies as a starting point, they discuss why donors should ask questions, how organizations can build trust through transparency, and why stewardship matters whether you're running a business, charity, or church. On this episode we talk about: Why financial transparency matters when donating to churches and nonprofits The debate over whether donors have a right to see how their contributions are spent Church finances, PPP loans, and the importance of organizational accountability How poor financial management can stem from both misconduct and incompetence Why asking questions is a healthy part of evaluating any organization before giving Top 3 Takeaways Transparency builds trust. If an organization relies on donations, it should be willing to provide reasonable accountability for how those funds are used. Stewardship requires competence. Financial mismanagement isn't always malicious—sometimes it's the result of leaders lacking the business and accounting skills needed to oversee an organization. Vet organizations before you give. Whether it's a church, nonprofit, or charity, understand how your money will be used before making ongoing financial commitments. Notable Quotes "If there's no transparency, how do you determine whether or not something's fishy?" "Customers of a business buy a product. Donors deserve to know where their money is going." "If you're giving money to some sort of nonprofit, regardless of whether it's a religious institution or otherwise, you should have some transparency into where the money's going." Connect with Travis Chappell: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travischappell/ X: https://x.com/travischappell Website: https://travischappell.com/ A Word from Our Sponsors: - Visit DrinkAG1.com/TMM to get a free AG1 Travel Case with 7 free AG1Travel Packs in your Welcome Kit with your first AG1 subscription order while supplieslast.  - Go to Leesa.com for 30% OFF select mattresses (through July 12, 2026) PLUS get an extra $50 off with promo code TMM, exclusive for my listeners  - To learn more about Mode Mobile and its investor community, go to https://invest.modemobile.com/travismakesmoney -Travis Makes Money is made possible by High Level – the All-In-One Sales & Marketing Platform built for agencies, by an agency.Capture leads, nurture them, and close more deals—all from one powerful platform.Get an extended free trial at gohighlevel.com/travis Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SHOW NOTES: What if your charitable dollars could come back to you — and you could send them right back out into the world to do even more good? That's the elegant premise behind Renewables.org, the first nonprofit that lets everyday people fund solar projects across India and the Global South for as little as $25, with monthly repayments over five years. Host Dr. Laura Scherck Wittcoff sits down with co-founder and CEO Lassor Feasley to explore how a background in product design, a failed for-profit startup, and a connection with Kiva.org co-founder Premal Shah led to one of the most innovative climate finance models in the nonprofit world. Guest Lassor Feasley, Co-Founder & CEO, Renewables.org Lassor is a product designer and entrepreneur trained at the School of Visual Arts Product Design program. He leads product, brand, and strategy at Renewables.org, channeling philanthropic capital into high-performing solar installations that expand energy access while reducing carbon emissions. What is Renewables.org? Renewables.org is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and Global South solar crowdfunding platform. Here is how it works: You purchase a solar panel for as little as $25 Your funds are deployed into solar projects across the Global South You receive monthly repayments over five years You can reinvest those repayments into new solar projects or withdraw your funds Every panel is tracked on a personal rooftop dashboard where you can monitor repayments and your real-world impact Over 95% of repaid funds are reinvested back into Global South solar. Key Topics Covered Why the Global South? Solar costs approximately one-third as much to build in the Global South compared to the US or Europe Each kilowatt-hour fed onto the grid avoids 2 to 3 times more carbon because those grids run heavily on coal and diesel Projects receive, on average, 20% more sunshine per year The result: Renewables.org estimates 550% more carbon impact per dollar compared to investing in US solar — a figure Lassor believes is actually conservative The financial model Renewables.org operates on a 0% interest loan model, similar to Kiva. Investors are made whole but do not earn a financial return. This structure avoids securities regulations while keeping the model sustainable. The spread between what Renewables.org borrows from investors at 0% and what it charges solar developers funds the organization's operating costs — meaning they do not plan ever to solicit donations for salaries or administration. The donor option Investors can also choose to make a tax-deductible donation into the fund. Donors receive the same dashboard experience and see their funds being repaid and redeployed, but the withdrawal option is removed. Renewables.org also accepts contributions from donor-advised funds, IRA minimum distributions, and offers employer matching compatibility. Design as a competitive advantage Lassor's background in product and UX design shaped every aspect of Renewables.org — from the financial model itself to the user interface and dashboard experience. He draws a parallel to how Instagram was built by tapping into a latent behavior Facebook users were already exhibiting, and applies the same thinking to the satisfaction people get from tracking their solar productivity. What's next Renewables.org is preparing a major software platform redesign, enabled in part by new AI coding tools. Upcoming features include the ability for climate influencers and fundraisers to open personal crowdfunding pages to rally their own communities around Global South solar. The long-term vision is to reach Kiva-scale — tens or hundreds of millions of dollars raised annually — and catalyze solar development across the Global South. How to Get Involved Invest: Purchase your first solar panel for as little as $25 at renewables.org Donate: Make a tax-deductible donation through the Renewables donor account option Employer Match: Check if your employer matches charitable contributions Connect with Lassor: Reach him at lassor@renewables.org or search "Lassor" on LinkedIn or Instagram Connect with Small & Gutsy Website: SmallandGutsy.org Email: Laura@SmallandGutsy.org Do you know a nonprofit or social enterprise doing incredible work? Send them our way! If you are a nonprofit or want to donate goods directly to a nonprofit, check out Givelink: www.https://givelink.app/en?

Send us Fan MailNonprofit strategic planning software is changing how leaders, boards, and fundraisers build plans that actually guide decisions. Sophia Shaw, co-founder of Plan Perfect, explains why the old “plan on a shelf” model no longer fits the business of nonprofits.Sophia brings deep sector experience as former CEO of the Chicago Botanic Garden, former leader of the nonprofit board governance program at Kellogg, and a nonprofit board chair. Her message is direct: strategic planning needs to live, move, and help organizations navigate change.In this conversation, Sophia explains how Plan Perfect helps nonprofits move from first surveys to finished plans while also connecting planning to enterprise risk management. Instead of building a document once and leaving it untouched, nonprofit leaders can use dashboards, AI-supported surveys, risk tools, tabletop exercises, and real-time updates to keep strategy connected to daily work.For fundraisers, this shift is especially important. Sophia says, “To have a strategic plan is to give your fundraisers the ability to know what they're raising money for.” That one sentence carries real business value. If fundraisers cannot clearly describe priorities, goals, and impact, donor conversations become harder than they need to be.This lively discussion also addresses cost and timeline. Sophia compares traditional planning processes that may take nine months and cost $50,000 with a newer approach that can happen in two to three months for up to $4,800 before added consulting support. Another major theme is safe AI adoption. Sophia warns that nonprofits should not place donor, visitor, clinic, or constituent data into open AI systems without safeguards. The opportunity is powerful, but the responsibility is just as real.Key Takeaways:* Strategic plans should be updated regularly and used as management tools, not ceremonial documents.* Fundraisers need clear organizational priorities to support donor conversations and multi-year giving.* Three-year plans are becoming common, while six-month and one-year plans can help nonprofits respond faster.* Surveys can bring thousands of constituent voices into planning and reduce boardroom disconnect.* AI can help nonprofits leap forward, but sensitive data must remain protected.* Donors and foundations may begin asking harder questions about plans, goals, and execution. 00:00:00 Welcome to The Nonprofit Show 00:02:00 What Plan Perfect Does for Nonprofits 00:02:50 Sophia Shaw's Journey Through Nonprofit Leadership 00:04:22 Why Traditional Strategic Planning Must End 00:05:49 How Boards Respond to New Planning Tools 00:08:54 Giving Nonprofit Leaders Their Own Voice 00:09:49 Rethinking Planning Timelines and Costs 00:10:45 What It Means to Be Future Ready 00:12:35 Why Fundraisers Need the Strategic Plan 00:14:56 Using Surveys to Hear More Constituent Voices 00:18:41 Safe AI Adoption for Nonprofits 00:21:35 Turning Strategy Into Daily Action 00:25:36 Why Donors Should Ask About the Plan #TheNonprofitShow #NonprofitStrategy #NonprofitPlanningFind us Live daily on YouTube!Find us  Live daily on LinkedIn!Find us Live daily on X: @Nonprofit_ShowOur national co-hosts and amazing guests discuss management, money and missions of nonprofits!  12:30pm ET   11:30am CT  10:30am MT  9:30am PTSend us your ideas for Show Guests or Topics: HelpDesk@AmericanNonprofitAcademy.comVisit us on the web:The Nonprofit Show

The Smart 7 is an award winning daily podcast, in association with METRO, that gives you everything you need to know in 7 minutes, at 7am, 7 days a week…With over 20 million downloads and consistently charting, including as No. 1 News Podcast on Spotify, we're a trusted source for people every day and we've won Gold at the Signal International Podcast awardsIf you're enjoying it, please follow, share, or even post a review, it all helps... Today's episode includes the following:https://x.com/PolitlcsUK/status/2073391815177240647/video/1 https://x.com/Channel4News/status/2073772335417405479/video/1https://x.com/BBCPolitics/status/2073721701687292050/video/1https://x.com/LBC/status/2073726080805191843/video/1 https://x.com/Gerashchenko_en/status/2073432795750244595/video/1 https://x.com/Acyn/status/2073613620974686695/video/1 https://x.com/BBCSport/status/2073972257999757655/video/1https://x.com/i/status/2073088012414591445 https://x.com/DiscussingFilm/status/2073529879497253066/video/1 Contact us over @TheSmart7pod or visit www.thesmart7.com or find out more at www.metro.co.uk Voiced by Jamie East, using AI, written by Liam Thompson, researched by Lucie Lewis and produced by Daft Doris. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of The First Day from The Fund Raising School, Bill Stanczykiewicz, Ed.D., welcomes Julianne Read, founder and principal of E and E Fundraising & Events. Bill sets the stage by naming the rumors, myths, and legends that swirl around special events: they are either the ultimate fundraising solution, they never work, or they live somewhere in that wonderfully confusing middle ground. Julianne brings clarity, strategy, and a healthy dose of event-planning sparkle, explaining that successful events are not just parties with centerpieces and chicken dinners. They are carefully designed experiences that connect people to mission, build relationships, and help nonprofits discover the next donor, the next upgraded gift, and the next meaningful ask. Bill and Julianne then dig into the different types of donors who show up at events: social donors, philanthropic donors, and first-time donors. Social donors come for the experience, the theme, the raffles, and the joy of raising the paddle in a lively room. Philanthropic donors are mission-first and care much less about the centerpiece than the “why.” But Julianne emphasizes that the most overlooked group may be first-time donors, whose attendance gives nonprofits a golden opportunity to begin a relationship. She also highlights the importance of designing events for younger generations, especially Millennials and Gen Z, who want values alignment, mission connection, and yes, a whole lot of vibe. Her example of an outdoor long-table dinner with musicians, performers, a chef, and a mission-centered food bank connection shows how nonprofits can create events that are both meaningful and memorable. The conversation also explores how photos, videos, social sharing, and post-event communications can extend the life of an event long after the last dessert fork has been cleared. Julianne notes that 360 photo booths, social tagging, video clips, newsletters, and drip campaigns help keep the experience alive in today's attention economy. Bill adds that Millennials and Gen Z often want to share their philanthropy online and invite their peers into the cause, which makes event-generated content especially valuable. Together, they remind listeners that if a nonprofit spends thousands of dollars to gather the right people in the room, it should not let the momentum disappear the next morning. Bill and Julianne close by making the case for what Bill delightfully calls “special experience fundraising.” Julianne urges nonprofits to begin with a strategic plan, study the data from past events, understand donor behavior, involve the board, capture contact information, and know exactly why the event exists, whether the goal is fundraising, exposure, civic engagement, media attention, or donor acquisition. She also shares one of the episode's most important statistics: 91% of first-time event donors say they will give again within 12 months, but only about 19% actually do. The gap, she explains, is often caused by weak follow-up. Her advice is practical and powerful: send an email right after the event with photos, video, and a “we're nearly there” invitation; follow up again with totals and impact; and continue inviting attendees more deeply into the mission. The takeaway is clear: a special event should never be the end of the story. Done well, it is the end of the beginning, the first spark in a relationship that can grow into lasting generosity.

Ray La Raja joins The Great Battlefield podcast to talk about his career as a Professor of Political Science at UMass Amherst and his book "Small Donors in U.S. Politics: Myth and Reality".

Independent investigative journalism, broadcasting, trouble-making and muckraking with Brad Friedman of BradBlog.com

In this episode, the conversation focused on the intersection of data intelligence, artificial intelligence, and philanthropy. A key theme that emerged was the growing importance of data-driven decision making in the nonprofit sector, which, despite representing 5% of the GDP and employing 10% of the American workforce, has lagged behind other industries in the adoption of technology and data practices.The discussion explored how organizations like Impala are aiming to transform the philanthropic landscape by providing robust data platforms and AI-driven tools to empower both large foundations and small nonprofits. Several points were raised, including the unique challenges philanthropy faces in measuring impact versus the traditional business focus on ROI, the rise of a new generation of data-savvy philanthropists, and how collaborative giving and customized data solutions are shaping a more transparent, effective, and innovative sector.Tune in as we examine how technology is not just changing the way give, but also who gives, why, and with what outcome—pushing philanthropy into a new age powered by actionable insights and human connection.LinksImpala -https://impala.digital/Time Stamps00:00 Importance of Data and Relationships03:59 Joining Impala through philanthropy09:00 Measuring organizational impact12:15 Engaging younger donors with data14:38 Impala's role in education analysis20:24 Empowering small nonprofits with AI22:50 Impala's AI platform strategy25:07 Improving investment decisions with AI28:25 Integrating AI with Data Platforms32:01 Using AI in philanthropic decisions34:58 Discussing collaborative giving trends39:28 Supporting small businesses with tech42:35 Appreciation and social impact goals

Preview for Later Today: Jeff Bliss. Investigation into Jennifer Siebel Newsom's documentary funding from state-linked donors. These "behested payments" raise conflict of interest concerns, as her films received millions while the donors were favorably treated by the California government.1945 LA UNION PACIFIC STATION 

Did you know 92% of donors say giving is part of who they are? And that 94% say they're MORE motivated to give when they know exactly where their money will go?Today I'm doing one of my favorite things – diving into the data and research from Bloomerang's 2026 Giving Signals Report, and sharing the major opportunity gaps every nonprofit should be paying attention to. Generosity isn't disappearing, but it's becoming much more intentional!This episode is packed with several high-impact changes that can help you remove friction, strengthen donor relationships, and increase giving.Resources & LinksCheck out Bloomerang's latest research in their 2026 Giving Signals Report. Bloomerang is the proud presenter of Missions to Movements. See how one team surpassed a $1M match and raised $2.25M for their mission with Penny, Bloomerang's AI-powered fundraising strategist. Learn more at bloomerang.com.The Monthly Giving Builder: Generate your comprehensive monthly giving plan and build your program step by step - with a guided companion working alongside you from start to finish. Let's Connect!Send a DM on Instagram or LinkedIn and let us know what you think of the show!My book, The Monthly Giving Mastermind, is here! Grab a copy here and learn my framework to build, grow, and sustain subscriptions for good.Want to book Dana as a speaker for your event? Click here!

Think your capital campaign plan is set in stone? Think again. The most successful campaigns aren't the ones that unfold exactly as planned—they're the ones that adapt when reality has other ideas.In this episode of All About Capital Campaigns, Amy Eisenstein and Andrea Kihlstedt explore one of the most important—and least discussed—truths about campaign fundraising: campaign plans change. Whether it's unexpected zoning challenges, rising construction costs, delayed approvals, shifting project scopes, lost funding sources, or entirely new opportunities that emerge along the way, nonprofit leaders must learn how to navigate uncertainty while keeping their campaigns moving forward.Most organizations begin a capital campaign with a carefully developed vision, a fundraising goal, and a project plan that has been tested through a feasibility study. Donors express enthusiasm. Leadership gains confidence. Momentum builds. But what happens when circumstances change after the campaign is already underway?Amy and Andrea share real-world examples from nonprofit organizations that encountered major obstacles in the middle of successful campaigns—and ultimately emerged stronger because of them. One organization faced an unexpected opportunity to purchase a neighboring property while already stretching to fund a major building project. Another struggled with escalating construction costs that threatened the viability of its entire campaign. In both cases, leadership teams discovered that the answer wasn't to retreat, panic, or hide the problem from donors. Instead, they invited donors into the conversation and treated them as true partners in solving the challenge.The discussion highlights a common mistake nonprofit leaders make when campaign plans encounter difficulties: circling the wagons and attempting to solve problems internally before communicating with supporters. While the instinct to protect donors from bad news is understandable, Amy and Andrea explain why transparency often leads to better outcomes. Donors who have already invested in a project want it to succeed. When organizations openly share challenges and seek advice, donors frequently contribute ideas, connections, resources, and solutions that leadership teams would never have discovered on their own.Listeners will also learn why feasibility studies are about much more than testing fundraising potential. They're actually designed to test a specific project plan and gather feedback before an organization commits to a final direction. That's why campaign plans should always be viewed as drafts rather than fixed blueprints. As circumstances evolve, leaders must remain willing to adjust their plans while staying focused on the mission and desired impact.Throughout the conversation, Amy and Andrea emphasize the importance of flexibility, creativity, and resilience. Sometimes the very obstacle that seems most threatening becomes the catalyst for a better solution. A construction cost crisis can lead to a more efficient project design. A property challenge can open the door to a more strategic opportunity. A setback can spark innovation that would never have emerged otherwise.If your campaign isn't unfolding exactly as planned, you're not alone. This episode will help you approach challenges with greater confidence, creativity, and optimism—and may inspire you to see opportunity where you once saw obstacles. To ensure your campaign ends in a celebration, download our free Capital Campaign Step-by-Step Guide & Checklist. This intuitive guide breaks down each step of your campaign, and the timeline allows you to visualize your whole campaign, from start to finish!

This episode is a wake-up call for anyone who thinks the US government is just enforcing laws without bias. The speaker delves into the world of the Department of Homeland Security and the recent Delaney Hall ice facility incident, where Antifa and other radical groups are involved in violent protests. You'll hear about the funding behind these groups and how they're using taxpayer dollars to spread chaos. The conversation touches on the importance of understanding the protest industrial complex and how it's being fueled by NGOs and billionaire donors like George Soros. The speaker also discusses the need for a harsher law enforcement effort to tackle these groups, comparing it to the January 6th insurrection. You'll hear about the role of politicians like Governor Murphy and the governor of New Jersey, who initially didn't want to help law enforcement, but eventually came around after being threatened with consequences. The speaker also shares a clip from the White House, revealing the names of NGOs funding Antifa and the riots. You'll learn about the network of organizations involved and how they're using taxpayer dollars to fund their activities. The conversation also touches on the need for a mass-scale law enforcement effort to crack down on these groups. If you're concerned about the state of our country and the influence of radical groups, this episode is a must-listen. The speaker shares a wealth of information and insights that will leave you questioning the true intentions of those in power. Tune in to hear the full conversation and learn more about the protest industrial complex and its impact on our society. Follow Carl Jackson:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/carljacksonradioX/Twitter: https://twitter.com/carljacksonshowInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecarljacksonshowWebsite: http://www.TheCarlJacksonShow.comStore: https://CarlJacksonStore.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.