Can artificial intelligence actually help you raise more money, as well as build better donor relationships? We’re diving into the future of fundraising with Juliet MacDowell, a veteran development strategist who’s raised over $1 billion for global NGOs and is now the founder of Mission AI. Whether you’re a seasoned fundraiser or just curious about how AI is impacting our …
How To Increase Participation in Your Nonprofit Programs
Your nonprofit’s programs have the power to change lives, but only if people know about them and participate. Every day, valuable services go unused because people face barriers to joining, don’t immediately see the value, or simply never hear about them. Whether your nonprofit offers educational workshops, support services, or other helpful programs, you’ll make a bigger difference by reaching …
One-Time vs. Recurring Donation Appeals: 4 Differences
Different types of donors have different motivations, habits, and expectations. As nonprofits aim to retain donor support, they must also consider the nuanced fundraising appeals that will move supporters from one-time gifts to long-term commitment. After all, CharityEngine’s recurring giving statistics report that monthly donors give an average of $173 more than one-time donors annually (accounting for 31% of all …
Mastering Nonprofit Sponsorships with A.J. Steinberg
If you’ve ever wondered how to land and leverage sponsorships for your nonprofit’s events, this episode is your playbook. A.J. Steinberg is a fundraising powerhouse with more than 20 years of experience producing high-impact nonprofit events and millions raised for mission-driven causes. Through her company, Queen Bee Fundraising, A.J. teaches organizations the art of securing corporate sponsorships that don’t just …
Nonprofit Leadership Amid Global Turmoil with Rabbi Joanna Samuels
What does it take to step into leadership during a time of profound cultural, social, and institutional change? Rabbi Joanna Samuels joins Nonprofit Nation to share how she’s navigating this challenge as the CEO of the Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan—one of the largest and most influential Jewish community centers in the U.S. A longtime advocate for gender equity and social justice, Rabbi …
New Book: AI for Nonprofits
So excited to share that I got to contribute to AI for Nonprofits, a new book launching today! Darian Rodriguez Heyman and Cheryl Contee pulled together insights from 50+ nonprofit leaders (including me!) to help organizations make sense of AI—and put it to work in service of their missions. If you’re curious about how AI can help nonprofits fundraise smarter, …
How to Be Fundable and Findable with Kevin L. Brown
Click here to listen on your favorite podcast app! What if the reason you’re not raising more money… isn’t your fundraising strategy? Kevin L. Brown believes most nonprofits are stuck in the wrong cycle—constantly doing more fundraising, instead of fixing their fundability and visibility. In this episode, the Mighty Ally CEO and author of Fundable & Findable shares a brand-first, strategy-driven approach …
Nonprofit Social Media Summer School
Social Media Summer School A lightweight, actionable training for nonprofit communicators who want to show up on social media with confidence and clarity all summer long—without spending hours planning. One-Time Purchase$47 Buy now A lightweight, actionable training for nonprofit communicators who want to show up on social media with confidence and clarity all summer long—without spending hours planning. 🎉 You’re …
How to Improve Your Nonprofit’s Message with Lynn Bohart
Click here to listen on your favorite podcast app! 📊 Did you know the average human attention span is just 8 seconds—shorter than a goldfish? In today’s noisy digital world, that stat has big implications for how nonprofits write appeals, newsletters, and even mission statements. This week, Lynn Bohart—author, former nonprofit executive, and founder of Lil Dog Communications—joins us to unpack …








