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Happy holidays—and let's be real: the markets, the economy, and “the plan” don't look clean right now.In this 12 Days of Giving episode, Shana Orczyk Sissel comes back with a story that hits every advisor (and every client) right between the eyes: a young advisor leaves a firm, starts from zero, and lands a $25M client… not by sounding smarter… but by asking better questions and bringing REAL options to the table.Here's the uncomfortable truth: most advisors are selling the same portfolio with a different logo on it. Same playbook. Same funds. Same “set it and forget it” pitch. Shana breaks down why alternatives—private credit, direct lending, and other non-traditional tools—can be a legit way to differentiate… IF you're actually doing planning and not just product-pushing.Then we go straight at the elephant in the room: crypto and “controversial” investments. If your advisor's entire view is “it's a scam,” that's not wisdom—that's laziness. You don't have to love crypto to be qualified. But you DO have to have a thoughtful, educated stance. Because the future client is already there, already curious, already investing… and they're not waiting for the industry to catch up.We also talk about where advice is headed: less AUM worship, more fee-for-service, coaching, and real-life decision support. Translation: if you can't deliver value people can't get from a brokerage app, you're going to get left behind—fast.Watch the full episode here:https://youtu.be/Wv8sctzRALQAs always we ask you to comment, DM, whatever it takes to have a conversation to help you take the next step in your journey, reach out on any platform!Twitter, FaceBook, Instagram, Tiktok, LinkedinDISCLOSURE: Awards and rankings by third parties are not indicative of future performance or client investment success. Past performance does not guarantee future results. All investment strategies carry profit/loss potential and cannot eliminate investment risks. Information discussed may not reflect current positions/recommendations. While believed accurate, Black Mammoth does not guarantee information accuracy. This broadcast is not a solicitation for securities transactions or personalized investment advice. Tax/estate planning information is general - consult professionals for specific situations. Full disclosures at www.blackmammoth.com.

Everyone loves to romanticize nonprofits. Cute animals, smiling founders, feel-good posts. But behind the scenes? It's brutal. In this 12 Days of Giving episode, we rip the filter off and walk straight into the chaos, cost, and emotional weight of running a real nonprofit — through the lens of a donkey rescue that now cares for around 100 donkeys plus a full farm of other animals.Sara Weldon never planned on saving donkeys for a living. She and her husband Rick were “hobby farm” people in Florida — until one traumatic night when their donkey gave birth and then tried to kill her baby. They grabbed the foal (Cash), raised him in the house like a newborn, and accidentally turned him into a social media star. That led Sara down a rabbit hole into the ugly world of donkey abuse and the slaughter pipeline in America. The plan to breed quickly turned into a mission to rescue, sell everything, and move to Tennessee to build what became Cash's Crew Rescue.From there, it got real. Sara walks us through how hard it actually is to form a legitimate 501(c)(3): months of paperwork, state filings, IRS hoops, building a board, learning to live with full financial transparency, and even watching early board members cycle off as the organization evolved. It's not just “file a form and boom, nonprofit.” It's governance, accountability, and people management — which is often way harder than the animals.Then we get into the grind. A “normal” day means feeding 100 donkeys plus horses, cows, goats, chickens, ducks, geese, and a pile of dogs — twice a day. It's special feed for neglected animals, checking every body for wounds, hauling hay with a tractor, vet visits, constant castrations for incoming jacks, running a merch store, shipping orders, answering 30–40 texts at a time, managing social media, and still finding time to fundraise just to keep the whole thing alive. Meanwhile, she's often forgetting to eat while making sure every animal is cared for.I step in with the money truth: it costs about $4 a day to feed a single donkey — and that's before barns, trails, housing, staff, or expansion. If a nonprofit can't build sustainable income streams, it will burn out its founder and its donors. We talk about what sustainable actually means, how we're designing CCR to generate its own revenue over time (lodging, retreats, weddings, etc.), and what questions you should be asking before you donate or start your own nonprofit. If you've ever given to a nonprofit — or thought about starting one — you need to hear this.Watch the full episode on YouTube: 

December is chaos. Holidays, travel, weather, kids, hosting, work, pressure to “make it special” – and then we act shocked when the credit card statement smacks us in January. In this 12 Days of Giving episode, I bring back money expert Rachel Duncan to walk through the one simple system she built to stop December from blindsiding her every single year: a recurring “Holiday Lessons Learned” calendar event that future Rachel is very, very grateful for.Rachel breaks down exactly how she built her holiday playbook: what went wrong, what worked, who actually enjoys which tasks, how much candy they really need for Halloween, why New Year's hosting hits different, and how all of that quietly adds up to real money. She shows you how she turned a chaotic season into a repeatable checklist that lives in her calendar and gets better every year instead of starting from zero every time.From there, we go straight into the money. We talk holiday “specialness” spending, why the real budget busters are the so-called “one-off” expenses, and how seasonal stuff like camps, hobbies, gifts, travel and parties are exactly what push people into debt. Rachel walks through her “holiday specialness” category, sinking funds, and even a controversial but smart use of a dedicated credit card you pre-load like a savings bucket. This isn't theory – this is how real families actually spend.Then we zoom out into the psychology. We hit future-self research, the idea of seeing your future self as a real person, and why we're willing to plan better for others than we are for ourselves. Rachel shares how aging a photo of herself, naming future-Rachel, and literally thanking “past me” changed how she spends in the moment. It's not about guilt. It's about taking responsibility for the version of you who has to live with December's decisions.If you're tired of swearing “next year will be different” and then repeating the same pattern, this episode is your line in the sand. We're giving you a concrete way to capture your own holiday lessons, track the real costs, and start funding them like adults instead of pretending we'll remember. This is part of our 12 Days of Giving series – one raw, practical episode every day from December 12–23 to get your money and mindset right heading into 2026.

If you still believe “the IRS already knows what you made, they should just do your taxes for you,” this episode might slap that idea right out of your head.In today's 12 Days of Giving episode, I'm back with Enrolled Agent, Morgan Q. Anderson, breaking down a real story where the IRS seized a client's $116,000 refund over a 1099-R that reported roughly $196,000 of “income” he never actually received. The investment fund admin bailed, paperwork got lazy, and a bad form turned into a six-figure tax bill and years of stress for a real family.We walk through how this happened in the first place: an alternative investment, a change in administrator, broken communication, and then a “we're done here” 1099-R sent to the IRS like the account was cashed out. The money never hit his bank account—but the system doesn't care. It just saw a big number, flagged “unreported income,” and quietly grabbed his refund to cover a tax that should never have existed.Then we get into the fight. Morgan explains exactly how she rebuilt the timeline, pulled old statements, got a letter from the investment manager, and used the Taxpayer Bill of Rights and the Taxpayer Advocate Service to force the IRS to slow down long enough to see the truth. This wasn't a quick phone call. It was months of “we need 90 more days” letters, escalation, and refusing to roll over.The payoff? The IRS not only returned his $116K refund, they had to pay tens of thousands in interest for sitting on money that never should've been theirs. That's the difference between “the IRS must be right” and “prove it.”We close with a playbook you can actually use: how to pull your wage & income transcript and see what's being reported under your Social Security number, what to do when a 1099-R or other form is flat-out wrong, and when to stop DIY-ing it and bring in someone who knows how to fight inside the system.

This isn't a cute budgeting episode. This is a $14 million revenue business buried under $1.5 million in stacked merchant cash advances, with money ripped out of the account every single day. The owner wasn't reckless. He had a 740 credit score and solid bank statements. He just got sold the wrong “solution” over and over.In this 12 Days of Giving episode, I sit down with Sara Weldon of TruFinCo to walk through exactly how this happened — and how she helped pull him out. We break down how MCAs are really structured, why the payments feel fine at first and then choke your cash flow, and how these things get layered until your business exists to feed lenders, not you.Then we get into the turnaround: how Sara and her team stepped in, worked with the right legal support, and restructured the full $1.5M, giving the owner roughly $45,000 a month in breathing room in about four days. From there, they rebuilt his capital strategy using lines of credit, term loans, and 0% business credit through capital stacking instead of more toxic “fast money.”If you're a business owner staring at debt, stressed about cash, or being pitched “quick funding,” you need to understand this playbook. This series is about real people, real numbers, and what it actually takes to get free — not the fantasy Instagram finance tries to sell you.

Most couples think they're “broken” because they argue about money. The truth? You're probably more normal than you realize—you've just never been taught how to talk about money without going to war.In this 12 Days of Giving episode, I sit back down with financial therapist Ashley Quamme to walk through a real couple we'll call Mark and Mary—late 30s, three kids, decent income, solid marriage… until money comes up. He's the anxious saver, constantly bracing for the layoff that may never come. She's the practical spender who wants to make memories with their kids and not live like everything is on fire. The money isn't the problem. Their stories about money are. ashley-2-2025Ashley takes us into their backstory: Mark's single-mom, count-every-penny upbringing and Mary's “we're fine, we don't talk about money much” childhood. We break down how those early money memories hijack their adult arguments—why he feels panicked when they're not maxing accounts, and why she feels controlled and judged when he questions holiday spending. None of this is “just numbers.” This is nervous systems, fear, and unspoken expectations running the show.Then we get into the actual work: how Ashley helped them stop avoiding each other, set up structured money dates, and build rules of engagement so they're not trying to solve their financial life at 9:30 p.m. half-asleep and pissed off. We talk about what to do when you hit a stalemate, why “we'll talk about it later” usually means “never,” and how they finally landed on a savings target that calmed his anxiety without killing all joy for her.This is not some dramatic, on-the-brink-of-divorce situation. This is a normal couple that refused to settle for “fine” and chose to do the work before things blew up. If you and your partner are mostly good—but money convos feel tense, defensive, or like the same fight on repeat—this episode is your mirror and your playbook.

Most business owners aren't losing opportunities because they're bad at what they do. They're losing because nobody knows they exist. Why? Because they refuse to show up. In this 12 Days of Giving episode, I'm back with my sister-from-another-mister, Kristina Hall of Hall Social Media, to talk about one brutal truth: at some point, you've got to just f*ing do it**. That idea you've been sitting on? That video you're scared to post? That content you've been overthinking for six months? Yeah. That.Kristina walks us through the story of Dr. Lawrence Green, a dermatologist outside D.C. with 25+ years in the game and serious credentials. For years, he wanted nothing to do with video. No Reels, no TikTok, no “get ready with me,” none of it. Then she pushed him—hard—into trying something new: drugstore skincare product reviews. He said no. His wife said yes. Kristina didn't let it go.What happened next is what everyone says they want, but almost nobody is willing to get uncomfortable enough to earn. Those videos exploded. Engagement went crazy. TikTok comments became a content goldmine. His social presence started backing up his expertise so strongly that now he's traveling constantly, speaking on stages, doing live Walgreens segments, and getting featured on Good Morning Washington—all because he finally leaned in and did the thing he was resisting.This episode isn't a fluffy “you got this” chat. We talk about ego, the fear of looking stupid, the hate and bots in your comments, and why NONE of that is paying your bills. Kristina breaks down why most posts aren't supposed to be home runs, why you should treat social like a numbers game, and why being stuck in “content jail” (200–500 views forever) is actually a data problem, not a worthiness problem.If you're an expert who “doesn't want to be a content creator,” this is your gut-check. You either keep hiding and slowly fall further behind… or you get over yourself, hit publish, and give your business a shot at the opportunities you say you want.

If you think the IRS is always right because they “have the numbers,” this episode will shake that faith real quick.In this 12 Days of Giving episode, I'm back with Enrolled Agent, Morgan Q. Anderson, and she walks us through a real-life tax horror story that somehow turns into a Christmas win. A client invests in an alternative fund, the administrator bails, and out of nowhere a bogus 1099-R for $196,000 gets dropped on his file. The IRS treats it like gospel and grabs $116,000 of his refund for a tax bill on income he never actually received.We break down the whole thing: the original $90K investment, the reinvestment, the admin resigning because of an expired card, and then the lazy “we're done, here's a 1099-R, good luck” move. Morgan lays out how that one piece of bad paper turned into years of notices, threats, and stress—and how both the IRS and the account administrator basically played hot potato with responsibility while holding this guy's six-figure refund hostage.Then we get into the fight. Morgan walks through the timeline of building the case: documenting the transactions, proving the money was never distributed, pulling statements, getting a letter from the fund manager, and invoking the Taxpayer Bill of Rights—specifically your right to pay no more than the correct amount of tax. When the IRS dragged their feet for over a year with five “give us 90 more days” letters, she took it to the Taxpayer Advocate Service and finally forced movement.The best part? Not only did her client get the $116,000 refund back, the IRS also had to pay over $30,000 in interest on money they sat on for almost two years. That's why we call this a Christmas story. The system is messy and often unfair—but you're not powerless, and you're not crazy for questioning a notice.We close by turning this into a playbook: how to pull your wage and income transcript, why you need to update your address with every financial institution you touch, and why you should never let a scary letter push you into quietly overpaying tax you do not owe. This episode will calm your anxiety, piss you off a little, and give you very real steps to protect yourself this tax season.

The holidays are here, the cards are swiped, and a lot of you are sitting there doing the math you've been avoiding all year. In this 12 Days of Giving episode, Daniela shares the story of a single mom in Richmond, Virginia who was one denial away from a full breakdown: new apartment, two little girls, $10K in credit card debt, and zero clue how to keep from getting evicted again. This isn't a cute budgeting story. This is “I'm at the edge of the cliff and I don't know what the hell to do next.” Daniela walks us through how she sat down with this mom and started at the absolute basics: what a budget actually is, what savings actually means, and why pulling your credit report is non-negotiable even when you're terrified of what you'll see. When they pulled it, the truth hit: multiple cards, sky-high APRs, and $10K of debt that her paycheck could not support.But here's where it flips. Instead of shame and “you're bad with money,” they built a plan: lay out every card, every APR, every balance. Tackle the ones that give you the biggest win fastest. Call the creditors and tell the damn truth about what's going on. Negotiate. Get the APR down. Build short-term and long-term wins so she's not just surviving the month, she's rebuilding her life. And they did one more powerful thing most people skip: they brought her two little girls into the conversation and turned money into a game, not a threat. We also dig into the emotional side: what it feels like to be at the edge versus already over it, why people wait until the last possible second to ask for help, and how involving your kids can actually speed up your own mindset shift. Daniela talks about using vision boards, values, and real talk to anchor someone before you ever touch the spreadsheets. Because if your head is still in “I'll never get out of this,” no plan will save you. Then we turn the camera on you. If you're approaching the edge, standing on it, or already hanging off financially, this episode is your wake-up call. Daniela doesn't sugar-coat it: it's never too late, but it is on you. No one is coming to fix this for you. Small wins, boring habits, and asking for help early is how you change the story. I close the episode by calling out exactly what we all know: you just spent a ton of money on the holidays, you're feeling it, and now is the moment to move—not “next year,” not “when things calm down.”This is one of our 12 Days of Giving episodes running December 12–23, where we highlight real stories, real mess, and real ways forward. Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/pKDDgLWgJpgAs always we ask you to comment, DM, whatever it takes to have a conversation to help you take the next step in your journey, reach out on any platform!Twitter, FaceBook, Instagram, Tiktok, LinkedinDISCLOSURE: Awards and rankings by third parties are not indicative of future performance or client investment success. Past performance does not guarantee future results. All investment strategies carry profit/loss potential and cannot eliminate investment risks. Information discussed may not reflect current positions/recommendations. While believed accurate, Black Mammoth does not guarantee information accuracy. This broadcast is not a solicitation for securities transactions or personalized investment advice. Tax/estate planning information is general - consult professionals for specific situations. Full disclosures at www.blackmammoth.com.

What happens when your generosity becomes the very thing that threatens your future?In this 12 Days of Giving episode, I sit down with therapist and member of the NoBS Collective, Rachel Duncan, to unpack a story that honestly describes way too many people: late 50s, single, big heart, strong friend group, steady nonprofit job — and quietly terrified that retirement might not be possible because she gives so much away. Not to institutions. To people. To friends. To every GoFundMe, every “I saw this and thought of you” moment.Rachel walks us through an amalgam of clients who live this reality: the friend who always picks up the tab, drops off the $50 candle, buys gifts nobody asked for, and then goes home worried about the future. We dig into where that pattern really starts — teenage years, money as social capital, using spending to feel “safe” in relationships — and how it gets locked in when nobody ever talks about money honestly.We also talk about the shadow side of generosity: people who love to give but damn near refuse to receive. The discomfort of being on the other side of a big gift. The awkward “you didn't have to do that” text. The pressure, the unspoken expectations, and the reality that a lot of us already have too much stuff and not enough real connection.Then we flip the script. Rachel shows how her clients shift from “I have to buy everyone something” to “my presence actually is enough”. We go into handmade gifts, small creative expressions, experience-based giving, and, honestly, the power of just showing up. No performance. No price tag. Just you.If you're the generous one in your circle — the giver, the fixer, the one who quietly worries about money while still swiping your card — this episode is your wake-up call and your permission slip. You're allowed to change how you give without changing who you are.

Divorce is already brutal. But when the money is handled wrong, it stops being “emotional pain” and turns into “your future just got cut in half.” In today's 12 Days of Giving episode, Jamie Lima is back—and we walk through a real case where a woman was about to sign a settlement that would have effectively given away $300K–$400K she didn't need to lose and forced her to sell the home she desperately wanted to keep for her and her special needs daughter. Jamie breaks down how this client—Mary—came to him at the tail end of her divorce. Attorney in place. Settlement basically done. Everyone “felt” like it was fair. But the numbers didn't smell right. Once Jamie dug into the pension valuation, the 401(k), the house, and the way the QDRO was being handled, it became clear: the math was wrong, the tax advice was off, and she was about to pay the price for other people's blind spots.We get into the uncomfortable truth: most divorce attorneys are not money people. They're experts in law, not in pensions, actuarial tables, tax rules, or QDROs. Yet millions of people just nod along and sign whatever's in front of them—because they're exhausted, emotional, and just want it to be over. That's exactly how life-changing mistakes get locked in for the next 20–30 years.You'll hear how a simple 30-day “divorce clarity” review turned a $2,000 investment into a $400,000 problem avoided, allowed Mary to keep her house, protect her daughter's future, and avoid an unnecessary tax hit that her original advice would have triggered. This isn't theory. This is what it looks like when someone who actually understands the numbers steps into the process.If you're going through a divorce—or you know someone who is—this episode is your wake-up call. Get a second opinion. Stop letting emotions and fatigue make permanent financial decisions. And stop pretending your attorney is your financial planner.

This one's for every parent staring at their older teen or college-age kid thinking, “Why aren't you moving? Why aren't you launching?” You did the “right” things: good schools, good neighborhood, bank accounts, maybe even a car and a debit card. One kid takes off. The other is stuck on the couch, overdrafting their account and dodging responsibility. And you're wondering if you screwed this up.In this 12 Days of Giving episode (running daily from 12/12–12/23), I sit down with financial therapist Ashley Quamme to talk about the emotional gut-punch of raising very different kids in the same house. She walks us through the story of Mike and Michelle – two daughters, same parents, same environment… wildly different motivation and money behavior. One kid is the “easy” high-achiever. The other? “Bless her heart” energy all day. And it's slowly grinding these parents down with guilt and resentment.  

Patrick Jump from Warrior Legacy Ranch - Giving Day Fundraiser with FM Talk 1065 Crew - Midday Mobile Tuesday 12-02-25 (0:00) There will be no personal nor direct attacks on anyone and I would ask that you please try to (0:09) Keep down the loud cheering and the clapping there will be no booing and no unruly behavior (0:18) With that this is painful and it will be for a long time (0:24) Baby that's right. This man knows what's up after all these are a couple of (0:29) High-stepping turkeys and you know what to say about a high stepper. No step too high for a high stepper (0:35) This is midday mobile with Sean Sullivan on FM talk 106 5 where Sean's a tough guy (0:41) I mean, I think everybody knows that you know, Sean.He took some licks. He hangs in there (0:46) Yeah, what's wrong with the beer we got? I mean the beer we got drank pretty good (0:50) Did you hear what I said, so this is a brave council (0:56) That doesn't suck (1:02) Right away we go FM talk 106 5 midday mobile glad to have you along the phone number and the text line same as it's (1:10) Been for 16 years, but you're due to the station. First of all, welcome aboard glad to have you.It's two five one three four three (1:18) Zero one zero six for a call or a text same number two five one three four three zero (1:25) One zero six in addition if you want to leave us a talkback message (1:29) If you go to the FM talk 106 5 app right there on the front page of the app (1:33) Landon pick whatever it is the first what it opens up there (1:37) Down the bottom you'll see a microphone icon (1:38) If you'll press that let you record a message email to the show and I can play it back here on the air (1:44) All right lots to do on today's show (1:46) But I want to start off a conversation with a friend of mine and they'll tell you more about what's happening this afternoon at (1:51) Starting at 5 o'clock at Fairhope Brewing Company in Mobile (1:55) So I'm gonna point that out again because we've done this in the past (2:00) We've been at Fairhope Brewing Company at the home offices there in Fairhope (2:04) But this is the location on st. Louis in Mobile for Fairhope Brewing Company. It's cheers to charity and tonight (2:11) Dalton Dan and myself will be back behind the bar with Fairhope Brewing Company (2:15) Slinging beers and a hundred percent of your (2:18) Donations in the form of tips for us like the movie cocktail with a big tips ring the bell (2:23) Whatever put those big tips in because they go to warrior legacy ranch (2:27) Joining me now my buddy and I the man behind warrior legacy ranch the president warrior legacy ranch (2:33) Marine Corps corporal and buddy of the station Patrick jump joins us now.Hey Patrick (2:40) I'm good, man, and (2:42) You know you remind folks to this is giving Tuesday (2:45) And there's a lot of you know a lot of charities and and worthwhile charities out there saying hey think about this (2:50) You did cyber Monday now giving Tuesday. Well. This is the way we want to give on this Tuesday (2:55) We're gonna serve y'all beers and y'all can donate money that goes to warrior legacy ranch somebody who doesn't know (3:03) What WLR is what's your what's your uh you know elevator speech the quick version of what y'all do? (3:12) Listeners out there (3:14) Warrior legacy ranch is a multi (3:18) Multi-program facility design (3:21) The long-term goal is to build a facility to do platoon (3:25) Reunions so that veterans can come in for a week and stay and reconnect with people that they served with (3:30) But for a local impact for the Gulf Coast we had the Gulf Coast veterans Community Resource Center (3:37) Which is a lot of different programs, I think it was recently categorized as a mental health facility (3:43) But it's not a mental health facility.It's a place where veterans can go to (3:48) connect with other veterans (3:52) With mental health in mind (3:55) But not there there are no professional (3:59) Psychiatrists and psychologists in fact I would refer you to that's recovering mobile (4:06) Yeah, and by the way to the the groundbreaking has started out on the facility (4:12) But this will be like you said part of what's going on will bring you know (4:16) veterans in from all over the country to beat up, but this is going to be like (4:21) Just a hub. I mean what yeah, I don't want to use the wrong word here, but to me Patrick (4:25) It seems like a hub for for all the veterans in our area to be able to come out to the resource facility (4:32) Yeah, it is exactly that the hub is a great word for it (4:36) I always think back like my vision of it when it when we were first starting to kind of plan (4:42) This was like those old-school (4:46) Gen Xers and myself will probably remember like when cities had community centers, and they did events there for families and (4:56) For men for women for for families all together (5:00) That that's kind of where it is where where people could go in and reserve the facility and use it to carry out you know (5:06) Organizations can can reserve it and carry out that that's kind of missing from now (5:12) from our area so (5:14) I mean I grew up in the north so we had that but (5:19) That that's what I envisioned this this hub for (5:22) You know different military organizations different veterans organizations to come in use the the 20-acre property and (5:29) Do something with other veterans and then we'll fill that time on our own with our programs in the empty spaces (5:37) In military order the Purple Heart needs a meeting facility or wants to do something outside (5:42) Hey sign up reserve the space for the weekend, and it's yours (5:46) It's really cool (5:47) And these are gonna be big demand if y'all heard me talk about in the past the stats here the number of veterans (5:53) Right here in our corner of the world (5:56) there's a lot and (5:57) To have a facility like this long time coming so good good on you, man (6:03) So yeah, you talked about the stats (6:05) I don't have mobiles, but but I have Baldwin County's stat and it is (6:09) 11.2% of the population or 26,000 better than Baldwin County (6:16) And we don't even we don't even have a VA you got to go to Mobile or Pensacola for that (6:20) So we're trying to fill that gap in our community that's missing (6:25) For those 26,000 veterans, I think all of us could sit on the property right now (6:34) It'd be a little tight, but yeah, you know what's good too if you're listening (6:39) The veterans obviously y'all listen to what Patrick's talking about you may be familiar with what's going on there (6:44) But folks that aren't make sure your friends and family that are veterans know about this, right? (6:50) That's what the keys to I've got that many people (6:52) Because that number is actually bigger for Mobile County and then you bring in Southeast, Mississippi and Northwest, Florida and that number (6:59) I think we figured it one day was near (7:01) 80,000 (7:02) You put that through you got to make sure those folks know, you know, this facilities here moving forward (7:08) That's a key too. So y'all are all gonna be profits for us and spread the word.That's that's what I'm it's a job (7:14) I'm giving you on this Tuesday (7:15) So we got to make sure people know what's going on talk about tonight, too (7:19) Could be raising money and this is a if somebody can't make it out tonight (7:23) Which is the most fun most fun the way? (7:26) For giving Tuesday's to have a beer and give a big tip that goes to warrior legacy ranch (7:29) But if not Patrick, how do people make donations to what you're doing or just see more about what you're doing? (7:35) so warrior legacy ranch (7:38) Click-to-donate button there (7:40) It's not posted on the website. But if you go to our Facebook page (7:43) We're currently trying to raise some money to build an 800 foot long fence (7:48) So that we can do equine therapy with bonfire ranch on our property. We're trying to build this (7:54) 835 foot fence so there's like a hundred different fence posts where you could buy a plaque and we send you a little (8:01) A (8:03) Thank-you gift for for purchasing that and and it may be you know, a one of 200 available bottle (8:11) that ever existed as a thank-you gift for your donation, but (8:15) You get a chance to honor a veteran or your family (8:19) I know that you'll be along the side of some other veterans some elementary school classes (8:24) I know one of the local elementary schools in Baldwin County did it as a fundraiser for their grades to (8:30) Remember the school as a contributor see it.So they didn't get the gift (8:38) We'll find something else but fun kool-aid or something (8:40) Let's say I'd make a donation just not to have to drive t-post anybody who's done that in their life (8:45) I'll make a donation for somebody else to drive those (8:47) Those t-post in to make that fence for the equine therapy (8:50) But people could people ask you more questions about that obviously through the website or a bend your ear tonight and say hey (8:57) What's this all about? I? (8:59) Will be there. All right, good stuff Patrick. We will see you tonight and (9:03) Talk more about what you're doing at warrior legacy ranch and the Veterans Resource Center.Thank you, brother (9:08) All right. Thanks on all right there goes Patrick jump and yep. He'll be there tonight with us five o'clock (9:13) It starts goes 5 to 7 (9:15) Fairhope Brewing Company in Mobile on st.Louis for cheers to charity (9:20) 100% of the tips go to warriors legacy ranch and the Veterans Resource Center. So come on out. Have a good time (9:26) There tonight, all right coming right back more of midday mobile

Theresa Roden and Jennifer Casper Fowkes from i-Tri Girls joins Heart of The East End Gianna Volpe on WLIW-FM to talk celebrating local Wonder Women at annual Giving Day fundraiser at LTV Studios on Oct. 23. Later in the hour, Mary Ellen Adipietro, Katy Binder and Melanie McEvoy of the 26th annual Shelter Island Fall 5K stop by ahead of the Oct. 18 race supporting Lucia's Angels, the Coalition for Women's Cancers and the North Fork Breast Health Coalition.Listen to the playlist on Apple MusicWatch the i-Tri interview on WLIW-FM YouTubeWatch the 5K interview on WLIW-FM YouTube

Clayton and Sybil run down a slew of topics in the midst of a busy news week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Talking Tactics, host Day chats with Stormie Harless and Reggie Hayes of Ball State University about one of the quirkiest—and most successful—Giving Day campaigns we've ever seen: letting donors name a goose. Yes, you read that right. This creative, low-cost tactic more than tripled gifts to the Ball State Fund, turning a fun gimmick into a strategic fundraising win. Learn how a "goose gang," Canva templates, and clever messaging made all the difference—and why sometimes a little silliness can have serious results.Guest Names:Stormie Harless, Senior Director of Annual Giving & Foundation Communications, Ball State UniversityReggie Hayes, Assistant Director of Digital Engagement, Ball State UniversityGuest Socials:https://www.linkedin.com/in/stormieharless/https://www.linkedin.com/in/reggiehayes/Guest Bios: Stormie Harless has been at Ball State for over eight years and currently serves as the Senior Director of Annual Giving & Foundation Communications. She leads the university's digital and annual giving teams, managing everything from web and social to blogs, emails, and fundraising campaigns.Reggie Hayes graduated from Ball State University in 2019 and has worked on Stormie's digital team at the Foundation for over 2 years as Assistant Director of Digital Engagement. The bulk of his responsibilities with the Foundation include creating content for the Ball State Alumni Association and Ball State University Foundation socials, newsletters, blog posts, and other external communication pieces. - - - -Connect With Our Host:Dayana Kibildshttps://www.linkedin.com/in/dayanakibilds/About The Enrollify Podcast Network:Talking Tactics is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you'll like other Enrollify shows too! Enrollify is made possible by Element451 — the next-generation AI student engagement platform helping institutions create meaningful and personalized interactions with students. Learn more at element451.com.Attend the 2025 Engage Summit! The Engage Summit is the premier conference for forward-thinking leaders and practitioners dedicated to exploring the transformative power of AI in education. Explore the strategies and tools to step into the next generation of student engagement, supercharged by AI. You'll leave ready to deliver the most personalized digital engagement experience every step of the way.Register now to secure your spot in Charlotte, NC, on June 24-25, 2025! Early bird registration ends February 1st -- https://engage.element451.com/register

Sarah McDonald, Associate Director of Media & Community Relations at PAWS Chicago, joins Lisa Dent to share details of their upcoming Beach Party on July 19th. Then, McDonald shares details about what is causing many Americans to give up their pets. PAWS Chicago is hosting their Giving Day on June 26th to raise money in […]

BYU-Idaho's annual Giving Day is June 17-18. The donations help fund scholarships which go directly to students. Article: https://www.byui.edu/radio/campus-news/byu-idaho-giving-day-helps-fund-students-education

This Morning, The Laugh of Life, we play OTF for prizes, [BN]'s Jay Skurski joins us to talk about the Bills being featured in Hard Knocks this year, and Andy Nashua joins us as we wrap up Giving Day for OCH! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram and X. Listen to past episodes on 97Rock. Follow the Show on Apple, Spotify or Amazon MusicSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, on Karl and Crew, we discussed the goodness of God and how, when we submit to Him, all things happen for good. There is nothing we can do that can keep us from God when we truly lay before His throne, because He can take the bad and turn it for good. Romans 8:28 affirms this as Paul tells us that if we love God and are called according to His purpose, all things will work for good. We also had Mark Jobe join us to talk about Giving Day. Mark is the current President of the Moody Bible Institute and the Senior Pastor at New Life Community Church. We also had Phillip VanLear join us to share his testimony. Phillip is a 2021 graduate of Moody Theological Seminary and a well-known actor. He spent 40 years acting and played in well-known movies such as Prison Break, Chicago Code, Meet the Browns, Holiday Heist, and many others. You can hear the highlights of today’s program on Karl and Crew Showcast.Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today is The Moody Bible Institute’s Giving Day! With the theme “Send the Light,” Moody Bible Institute President Mark Jobe will issue a call to equip Christ-centered leaders to share the light of Jesus with a world in darkness. Together we can Send the Light! Send the Light: Moody Bible Institute's Giving Day 2025Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshow/wrmbSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, on Karl and Crew, we discussed the goodness of God and how, when we submit to Him, all things happen for good. There is nothing we can do that can keep us from God when we truly lay before His throne, because He can take the bad and turn it for good. Romans 8:28 affirms this as Paul tells us that if we love God and are called according to His purpose, all things will work for good. We also had Mark Jobe join us to talk about Giving Day. Mark is the current President of the Moody Bible Institute and the Senior Pastor at New Life Community Church. We also had Phillip VanLear join us to share his testimony. Phillip is a 2021 graduate of Moody Theological Seminary and a well-known actor. He spent 40 years acting and played in well-known movies such as Prison Break, Chicago Code, Meet the Browns, Holiday Heist, and many others. You can hear the highlights of today’s program on Karl and Crew Showcast.Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today is Giving Day at Moody Bible Institute! We can always count on God to take what we offer Him and multiply it. Moody students get the biblical and ministry training they need to follow God’s call on their lives. Together, we can prepare the next generation to bring the hope of the gospel to our world. Is this something you’d like to be a part of? It’s a very cool opportunity to give toward the tuition-sponsored education for undergraduate students on campus. Moody President Dr. Mark Jobe dropped by to share the details! http://www.moodygivingday.org/ Or call 1-800-600-9624Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshow/wkesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, on Karl and Crew, we discussed the goodness of God and how, when we submit to Him, all things happen for good. There is nothing we can do that can keep us from God when we truly lay before His throne, because He can take the bad and turn it for good. Romans 8:28 affirms this as Paul tells us that if we love God and are called according to His purpose, all things will work for good. We also had Mark Jobe join us to talk about Giving Day. Mark is the current President of the Moody Bible Institute and the Senior Pastor at New Life Community Church. We also had Phillip VanLear join us to share his testimony. Phillip is a 2021 graduate of Moody Theological Seminary and a well-known actor. He spent 40 years acting and played in well-known movies such as Prison Break, Chicago Code, Meet the Browns, Holiday Heist, and many others. You can hear the highlights of today’s program on Karl and Crew Showcast.Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, on Karl and Crew, we discussed the goodness of God and how, when we submit to Him, all things happen for good. There is nothing we can do that can keep us from God when we truly lay before His throne, because He can take the bad and turn it for good. Romans 8:28 affirms this as Paul tells us that if we love God and are called according to His purpose, all things will work for good. We also had Mark Jobe join us to talk about Giving Day. Mark is the current President of the Moody Bible Institute and the Senior Pastor at New Life Community Church. We also had Phillip VanLear join us to share his testimony. Phillip is a 2021 graduate of Moody Theological Seminary and a well-known actor. He spent 40 years acting and played in well-known movies such as Prison Break, Chicago Code, Meet the Browns, Holiday Heist, and many others. You can hear the highlights of today’s program on Karl and Crew Showcast.Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, on Karl and Crew, we discussed the goodness of God and how, when we submit to Him, all things happen for good. There is nothing we can do that can keep us from God when we truly lay before His throne, because He can take the bad and turn it for good. Romans 8:28 affirms this as Paul tells us that if we love God and are called according to His purpose, all things will work for good. We also had Mark Jobe join us to talk about Giving Day. Mark is the current President of the Moody Bible Institute and the Senior Pastor at New Life Community Church. We also had Phillip VanLear join us to share his testimony. Phillip is a 2021 graduate of Moody Theological Seminary and a well-known actor. He spent 40 years acting and played in well-known movies such as Prison Break, Chicago Code, Meet the Browns, Holiday Heist, and many others. You can hear the highlights of today’s program on Karl and Crew Showcast.Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, on Karl and Crew, we discussed the goodness of God and how, when we submit to Him, all things happen for good. There is nothing we can do that can keep us from God when we truly lay before His throne, because He can take the bad and turn it for good. Romans 8:28 affirms this as Paul tells us that if we love God and are called according to His purpose, all things will work for good. We also had Mark Jobe join us to talk about Giving Day. Mark is the current President of the Moody Bible Institute and the Senior Pastor at New Life Community Church. We also had Phillip VanLear join us to share his testimony. Phillip is a 2021 graduate of Moody Theological Seminary and a well-known actor. He spent 40 years acting and played in well-known movies such as Prison Break, Chicago Code, Meet the Browns, Holiday Heist, and many others. You can hear the highlights of today’s program on Karl and Crew Showcast.Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today is Giving Day at the Moody Bible Institute, an opportunity to remember God's faithfulness to the school and what He has done through students, alumni, and ministry partners! MBI President Dr. Mark Jobe joins Ken and Deb to share what makes this day so special and how you can help students Send the Light of Christ into the world today! Moody students have written a 6-day devotional available today on the Giving Day website, and other free spiritually-enriching resources on this special day of worship and celebration!Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshow/wdlmSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, on Karl and Crew, we discussed the goodness of God and how, when we submit to Him, all things happen for good. There is nothing we can do that can keep us from God when we truly lay before His throne, because He can take the bad and turn it for good. Romans 8:28 affirms this as Paul tells us that if we love God and are called according to His purpose, all things will work for good. We also had Mark Jobe join us to talk about Giving Day. Mark is the current President of the Moody Bible Institute and the Senior Pastor at New Life Community Church. We also had Phillip VanLear join us to share his testimony. Phillip is a 2021 graduate of Moody Theological Seminary and a well-known actor. He spent 40 years acting and played in well-known movies such as Prison Break, Chicago Code, Meet the Browns, Holiday Heist, and many others. You can hear the highlights of today’s program on Karl and Crew Showcast.Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fr. Dave and Dcn. Bob discuss Rory McIlroy's thrilling victory at the Masters and their failed attempt to attend a baseball game. They also reflect on the profound beauty of Holy Thursday, Good Friday, and the Easter Vigil, encouraging everyone to participate fully. They also touch on Franciscan University alumni events, inspiring student stories, and the role of priests and deacons. They conclude with an invitation to support Franciscan University's Giving Day and Dcn. Bob's excitement about preaching at the upcoming “Night of Joy.”

As spring blooms, so does the opportunity for growing monthly giving. May sees a surge in new sign-ups, and in this episode, Andrew and Rhen share creative strategies to engage and inspire new monthly donors.For more on the nuts and bolts of monthly giving programs, check out our Petrus Academy course "Raising Money with a Giving Day". 

We appreciate a visit from Madeline Van Groll, who informs us about UWGB's Giving Day. Thanks to the generous support of the UW-Green Bay Council of Trustees, every donation you make will be matched dollar for dollar. It's a great time to make your mark and make a difference for the school and the students! Then, Kristen Ambos with Point Mortgage Corporation joins to discuss financing your next home. If you're looking to find a new home, reach out to Kristen, but also check out her awesome podcast "Always On Point". Green Bay and on WISS in Appleton/Oshkosh. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! To learn more about the show and all of the programming across the Civic Media network, head over to https://civicmedia.us/shows to see the entire broadcast lineup. Follow the show on Facebook and X to keep up with Maino and the Mayor! Guests: Madeline Van Groll, Kristen Ambos

We appreciate a visit from Madeline Van Groll, who informs us about UWGB's Giving Day. Thanks to the generous support of the UW-Green Bay Council of Trustees, every donation you make will be matched dollar for dollar. It's a great time to make your mark and make a difference for the school and the students! Then, Kristen Ambos with Point Mortgage Corporation joins to discuss financing your next home. If you're looking to find a new home, reach out to Kristen, but also check out her awesome podcast "Always On Point". Green Bay and on WISS in Appleton/Oshkosh. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! To learn more about the show and all of the programming across the Civic Media network, head over to https://civicmedia.us/shows to see the entire broadcast lineup. Follow the show on Facebook and X to keep up with Maino and the Mayor! Guests: Madeline Van Groll, Kristen Ambos

Today is Red Cross Giving Day, when thousands of people come together to help those affected by disasters. The agency has been hard at work this spring across California, including assisting with recovery from the wildfires in Southern California. For more on Giving Day and how the Red Cross helps with disaster response and recovery, KCBS Radio anchors Patti Reising and Bret Burkhart and KCBS Political reporter Doug Sovern spoke with Natalie Manier, Regional Mass Care Manager with the American Red Cross Northern California Coastal Region.

The news from Northfield, Minnesota on Tuesday, March 25th, 2025:What Happens To The Ice Arena Agreement With the School District Budget Reductions?Red Cross Seeks Donations on Giving Day

Tomorrow, March 14, marks India Giving Day—a vibrant call to action led by the India Philanthropy Alliance (IPA) to unite communities in supporting impactful India-focused nonprofits. On a recent episode of The Business of Giving podcast, I had the privilege of sitting down with Alex Counts, IPA's Executive Director, whose journey in social impact began with a film and a Fulbright scholarship and now fuels a movement to redefine philanthropy for India. With a career spanning microfinance innovation and nonprofit leadership, Alex shared how IPA is fostering collaboration over competition— and why tomorrow's event could be a turning point for collective giving.

Welcome to the first episode of our three-part series celebrating India Giving Day on March 14, 2025! In this series, we will explore significant efforts in child and maternal health, combating gender violence, and promoting education for girls across India. Today, I'm excited to speak with Shannon Paz, CEO of Antara International, who has been at the forefront of advancing global health for women and children in remote areas. Join me as Shannon shares her journey from global nonprofits to leading transformative healthcare initiatives in Madhya Pradesh.Donate to India Giving Day! Donate to Antara International! Support the show

Tune in to the second episode of our series dedicated to India Giving Day! This time, I'm excited to talk to Mathangi Swaminathan, Founder & CEO of Parity Lab. Mathangi shifted from a tech and consulting career to leading initiatives against gender-based violence in India through her feminist accelerator. Parity Lab uniquely addresses the trauma experienced by survivors, empowering them to drive community change.Donate to India Giving Day!Donate to Parity Lab!Support the show

Tune into the final episode of our India Giving Day series as I chat with Preeti Nandanar from Aarti for Girls! Aarti for Girls leads efforts to support orphaned, abused, and abandoned girls in India, providing not only education and essentials for girls to become successful and independent adults. Join me in learning how Preeti and her team at Aarti for Girls are creating empowering opportunities through community engagement and supportive programs that help young women in Andhra Pradesh thrive!Donate to India Giving Day! Donate to Aarti for Girls! Support the show

Welcome to "Advancement Amplified: AI for IA," a 5-part Pulse Check hosted by Dan Giroux, a higher education marketing and communications leader focused on elevating the strategic impact of Advancement. Advancement is at a pivotal moment. As institutions navigate shifting donor expectations, alumni engagement challenges, financial pressures, and the demand for greater efficiency, AI is emerging as a transformative force. In today's Part 2, Dan chats with Kim Infanti, Executive Director of Alumni Engagement and Annual Giving at Syracuse University, to explore how AI is reshaping advancement marketing and communications. From leveraging AI for donor segmentation to streamlining internal workflows and even enhancing alumni engagement through platforms like Protopia, Kim shares real-world examples of how her team is embracing AI. Whether you're just beginning to explore AI or looking for new ways to integrate it into your advancement strategy, this episode is packed with actionable insights.‍Key TakeawaysAI is revolutionizing advancement work – AI tools like Claude, ChatGPT, and Microsoft Copilot are helping Syracuse's advancement team automate tasks, generate creative content, and analyze alumni engagement data more effectively.Protopia is redefining alumni networking – Syracuse is implementing Protopia, an AI-driven platform that connects students and alumni for career advice, while also enhancing alumni data accuracy.AI can streamline content creation – From social media posts to segmented fundraising emails, AI is making it easier to craft compelling, personalized messaging.Data privacy and security are key – Syracuse is piloting Copilot for sensitive university data, ensuring compliance with institutional guidelines while using AI to optimize operations.AI adoption requires experimentation – Syracuse's advancement team is still refining AI best practices, but those who actively experiment with AI tools are seeing significant productivity gains.AI can enhance personal efficiency, too – Beyond work, Kim shares how she uses AI for personal tasks like meal planning and trip itineraries, showcasing AI's versatility in everyday life.‍How AI Became a Game-Changer for Syracuse University's Advancement TeamWhen Did AI Enter the Picture for Advancement?While AI has been on the radar for years, Syracuse University's advancement team fully embraced it after an AI at Work session on October 1, 2024. Led by Syracuse's ITS team and Chief Digital Officer Jeff Rubin, the session encouraged staff to explore AI tools as part of their daily workflows. Since then, AI has become a go-to resource for Kim and her team, helping them generate content, analyze data, and enhance engagement strategies.One major takeaway from that session? The advice to “go to AI before you Google.” This mindset shift has led Kim to replace many of her traditional search habits with AI-powered insights, significantly boosting efficiency.How Is AI Being Used Across Syracuse's Advancement Team?AI adoption varies across the Advancement and External Affairs division, with some team members diving in more actively than others. Kim and her colleague Kara have been at the forefront, even presenting at a November conference on AI applications in advancement. Their real-world use cases are convincing more colleagues to integrate AI into their workflows, especially after seeing how it simplifies tasks like email drafting, event promotion, and donor segmentation.To encourage broader adoption, Syracuse is hosting additional AI at Work sessions and sharing AI-generated work examples within the team. The goal? To normalize AI as a powerful tool for efficiency rather than a replacement for human expertise.What Are the Key AI Tools Syracuse Uses?Kim and her team primarily use three AI tools, each with distinct advantages:Microsoft Copilot – Used for Syracuse-specific and sensitive data, Copilot helps with tasks like searching emails, analyzing donor data, and summarizing large datasets.Claude (Kim's personal favorite) – Ideal for natural-sounding content creation, brainstorming, and workflow automation. Kim describes Claude as the AI tool that “knows her best” and helps refine messaging for Syracuse's engagement initiatives.ChatGPT – Used for creative content generation, including image creation (with some humorous missteps, like adding fictional lakes to Syracuse's campus).How Is AI Being Applied to Alumni Engagement?A major AI-driven initiative at Syracuse is the implementation of Protopia, an AI-powered platform designed to facilitate alumni and student networking. Instead of requiring users to sign up for a mentorship program, Protopia enables alumni to ask or answer questions in a frictionless, email-based format.Here's how it works:A student or alum submits a question (e.g., “What's the marketing job market like in Boise, Idaho?”).AI scans Syracuse's database to find relevant alumni who might be able to help.Those alumni receive an email and can choose to respond, decline, or update their contact information.Beyond fostering meaningful connections, Protopia is also a powerful data-cleaning tool. Early adopters at other universities have reported that nearly 40% of alumni updated their contact information when engaging with the platform—something that's critical for effective outreach.Is AI Being Used for Donor Data Analysis?While Syracuse is still exploring AI's full potential in data analysis, they recognize its value in identifying trends. Ideally, AI tools like Copilot could analyze historical giving patterns and event attendance to uncover correlations—such as whether alumni who attend Syracuse events are more likely to donate.For now, Kim remains cautious about inputting donor data into AI systems, prioritizing security. However, AI is already playing a major role in streamlining outreach, segmentation, and content personalization.How Is AI Improving Internal Workflows?AI is dramatically reducing the time required for advancement marketing tasks. Some specific use cases include:Personalized fundraising emails – AI drafts segmented versions of key messages in seconds.Social media strategy – AI assists in brainstorming creative content, including alliterative event slogans and engagement campaigns.Scripting video content – When faced with a tight deadline for a Giving Day promotional video, Kim used AI to generate a script in minutes—something that typically would have taken days of back-and-forth revisions.Analyzing meeting notes and forecasting numbers – AI helps extract key insights from documents, eliminating the need for manual number crunching.How Much More Productive Has AI Made the Team?Kim estimates that AI has increased her personal productivity by at least 50%, particularly in content creation and administrative tasks. From brainstorming fundraising campaign ideas to drafting recommendation letters, AI allows her to focus on high-impact work while automating tedious processes.The Future of AI in Advancement: What's Next?AI isn't just a passing trend—it's fundamentally reshaping how advancement teams operate. Moving forward, Syracuse plans to:Continue refining AI best practices and adoption strategies.Explore AI's potential for donor data analysis and predictive modeling.Encourage university-wide adoption of AI-driven tools like Protopia.Educate staff on AI prompting techniques to maximize effectiveness.Please include the link to Syracuse's Generative AI website that Kim referenced in the show, as a great tool for advancement professionals at other institutions to check out and use: https://its.syr.edu/artificialintelligence - - - -Connect With Our Co-Hosts:Mallory Willsea https://www.linkedin.com/in/mallorywillsea/https://twitter.com/mallorywillseaSeth Odell https://www.linkedin.com/in/sethodell/https://twitter.com/sethodellAbout The Enrollify Podcast Network:The Higher Ed Pulse is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you'll like other Enrollify shows too!Enrollify is made possible by Element451 — the next-generation AI student engagement platform helping institutions create meaningful and personalized interactions with students. Learn more at element451.com.Attend the 2025 Engage Summit! The Engage Summit is the premier conference for forward-thinking leaders and practitioners dedicated to exploring the transformative power of AI in education. Explore the strategies and tools to step into the next generation of student engagement, supercharged by AI. You'll leave ready to deliver the most personalized digital engagement experience every step of the way.Register now to secure your spot in Charlotte, NC, on June 24-25, 2025! Early bird registration ends February 1st -- https://engage.element451.com/register

The phrase "stacking the deck" often has a negative connotation, leading people to think you're doing something unfair or manipulative.  Good news!  As we share in today's podcast episode, we think that "stacking the deck" in fundraising terms can be a wise and helpful strategy in many situations. As Andrew and Rhen explain, when they talk about "stacking the deck", they're really talking about strategic preparation before giving days, matching gift and capital campaigns.  This intentional preparation allows you to often have a handful of known donors committed BEFORE the event even begins.  In laying this groundwork and announcing success early, you encourage new and returning donors to give because they see your momentum and want to join in.  Simply put, the odds are already in your favor before your campaign officially starts! Note:  If you're planning a giving day in the near future, click HERE and check out our self-paced online course titled "Raising Money with a Giving Day".  Petrus would love to help boost your giving day results!

What happens when your life changes in the blink of an eye? In this powerful finale of our 12 Days of Giving series, successful business owner Shana Sissel shares her raw, unfiltered journey through an unimaginable year. After suddenly losing her partner, Shana faced a devastating stage 4 cancer diagnosis while running her company and raising her young son as a single mother. But what started as a story of loss transformed into an inspiring testament to human resilience, the power of community, and finding unexpected joy in life's darkest moments.This episode goes beyond the typical cancer survival story - it's a masterclass in vulnerability, leadership, and the profound impact of letting others in when everything feels like it's falling apart. Shana's candid account of maintaining her business through personal crisis while learning to accept help offers valuable insights for entrepreneurs, leaders, and anyone facing life's overwhelming challenges.From learning to walk again to achieving cancer-free status within months, Shana's story reminds us that even in our lowest moments, we're never truly alone. Her message of hope, resilience, and the unexpected gifts that can emerge from life's greatest challenges will leave you inspired and ready to face whatever comes your way.Visit https://www.banrioncapital.com/ to learn more about Shana's work and connect with her team.Shoot us a message, we are here for you and we listen!As always we ask you to comment, DM, whatever it takes to have a conversation to help you take the next step in your journey, reach out on any platform!Twitter, FaceBook, Instagram, Tiktok, Linkedin

Ever feel like everyone's talking, but no one's really listening? In Day 11 of our "12 Days of Giving" series, we sit down with Matt Halloran, a former therapist turned financial services marketing expert who conducted over 3,000 interviews and discovered a game-changing truth: the power of authentic listening.From his early days as a 13-year-old radio host to becoming a therapist and eventually revolutionizing how financial advisors connect with clients, Matt shares the surprising secret that transformed his practice – and it's not what you think. His journey led to writing "Shut the F Up and Listen" (available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DPJ88545), a brutally honest guide that's changing how professionals build lasting relationships.In this episode, you'll discover:Why traditional "active listening" might actually be hurting your relationshipsThe counterintuitive 5-second rule that deepens every conversationHow listening transformed a 90-minute client meeting into something unexpectedly beautifulThe simple technique that helped an advisor close more business by saying lessWhether you're a financial advisor looking to deepen client relationships or someone seeking to forge stronger personal connections, this episode offers practical tools you can use immediately. Visit https://proudmouth.com/ to learn more about Matt's work in transforming financial service professionals into influential voices in their communities.Shoot us a message, we are here for you and we listen!As always we ask you to comment, DM, whatever it takes to have a conversation to help you take the next step in your journey, reach out on any platform!Twitter, FaceBook, Instagram, Tiktok, Linkedin

James Hagengruber Acting Public Affairs Officer of US Embassy on Thanks Giving day by Capital FM

We should cheerfully give from our wealth

We should cheerfully give from our wealth

We should cheerfully give from our wealth

Do you know the influence your donations are having?In this episode, Jeff, Jeff, and Brad discuss:Lessons learned from growing up with four dads.Reaching communities through fundraising.The meeting of non-profit organizations and for-profit organizations.Developing a system that shows appreciation for your donors.Filtering the organizations you are giving to.  Key Takeaways:Love God, love people, and treat them well. God will put miracles in your path.Donors are not ATMs, they are partners. Invite the donors into the ministry with you.Business owners have resources - that is a power. Use that power appropriately. Treat your charitable giving like it is your business.Don't be afraid to ask more. Be accountable to help people communicate properly about what is being done with God's money. "As you take your kids to all these places, take them to visit the people that are transforming lives around the world, those are the adventures that will transform your family." —  Brad Layland Episode References:A Spirituality of Fundraising by Henri Nouwen: henrinouwen.org/read/a-spirituality-of-fundraisingA Billion Bootstraps: businessasmission.com/resources/a-billion-bootstrapsThe Gathering: thegathering.com About Brad Layland: Brad Layland, Chief Executive Officer & Senior Consultant, first learned how to raise money as a college student in 1993, while seeking to raise personal support as a part-time staff member for Young Life. Over 20 years at Young Life, he developed his passion for and expertise in relational fundraising, to the point where he was asked to train other area directors around the country, and eventually became the Chief Development Officer for the entire organization.Brad joined The FOCUS Group in 2009 as a Senior Consultant and became the owner and CEO in 2010. In 2013, he launched the Taking Donors Seriously® e-learning and coaching program to make the firm's expertise accessible to individuals and smaller nonprofits.Brad's expertise providing high-level fundraising counsel to nonprofit organizations incorporates major donor strategies, training workshops, planned gift marketing, and capital campaign counsel. In recent years he has led capital campaigns for Dallas Theological Seminary, Intervarsity Christian Fellowship, Union Rescue Mission, The Bowery Mission, and Veritas School.Brad received his B.A. in Communications from the University of Florida and his M.A. in Theology from Fuller Theological Seminary. He and his wife, Wendy reside in St. Augustine, Florida and have four children. Brad enjoys running marathons, skiing, investing in real estate, entrepreneurship, and traveling with his family. Over the past 20 years, he has completed 50 marathons and recently completed two Ironman Triathlons.Brad is the founder of Endless Summer Realty, the largest residential real estate brokerage in St. Augustine, closing over $240 million in transactions in 2021. He is a founder and board member of Veritas Classical School, and launched an annual “Giving Day” in St. Augustine, which has become a platform for local nonprofits to raise hundreds of thousands of dollars and establish relationships with new donors. His entrepreneurial success has allowed Brad to experience the joy of generosity, and gain a special understanding of the mindset of a major donor. Connect with Brad Layland:Website: bradlayland.comThe FOCUS Group: thefocusgroup.comTurning Donors Into Partners: donorsintopartners.comPodcast: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/taking-donors-seriously-podcast/id769463284  LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/bradlayland   Connect with Jeff Thomas: Website: arkosglobal.comPodcast: generousbusinessowner.comBook: arkosglobal.com/trading-upEmail: jeff.thomas@arkosglobal.comX: x.com/ArkosGlobalAdv Facebook: facebook.com/arkosglobalLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/arkosglobaladvisorsInstagram: instagram.com/arkosglobaladvisorsYouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCLUYpPwkHH7JrP6PrbHeBxw

In this episode, Andrew and Rhen return with a short discussion on the pros and cons of giving days.  (Let it be known, however, that we at Petrus think the pros definitely outweigh the cons!) This episode is great for anyone who is curious about giving days and their potential for fundraising success.In this episode, Andrew and Rhen answer the following questions:What is a giving day?  Why should fundraisers consider focusing efforts on a giving day?What are some examples of large national and regional giving days?What are the pros and cons of joining a national giving day?  What are the pros and cons of hosting your own stand alone giving day?What goes into a successful giving day?When done well, giving days provide nonprofits with focused opportunities to connect with donors.  That said, giving days require thorough preparation in order to produce results.  Would it help for you to have additional step-by-step instructions on how to host a fruitful giving day?  If so, check out our Petrus course called, "Raising Money with a Giving Day!"  Click HERE for course details and registration options.