The Nonprofit Podcast

Jena Lynch, Brittan Stockert & Cara Augspurger

The Nonprofit Podcast is your weekly dose of real-talk fundraising, designed for the doers, dreamers, and difference-makers powering today’s nonprofit world.Hosted by Jena Lynch, Donorbox’s Education & Community Engagement Manager, and fundraising strategist Britt Stockert, CFRE, each episode delivers clear, practical insights you can act on right away, no fluff, no filler.You’ll also hear from Cara Augspurger, Ed.M., CFRE, ED of Grace Care Center Foundation, sharing field updates and frontline perspectives.Whether you’re building something new or leveling up your impact, we bring you bold ideas, honest conversations, and tools to help you fundraise smarter and lead with confidence.Information. Inspiration. Implementation. Impact.That’s the energy we bring…every week.Let’s get to work.

  1. Ep 175| 3 Simple Strategies to Grow Donor Relationships

    6일 전

    Ep 175| 3 Simple Strategies to Grow Donor Relationships

    Send us a text Tiny Touches, Big Impact: Micro-Moments That Drive Donor Loyalty This week, Donorbox Fundraising Coach Britt Stockert shares why “be the most human voice in the inbox” should be your year-end fundraising motto. Britt unpacks the power of micro-touches - short, emotionally resonant messages that build donor trust and keep your cause top-of-mind. Learn how to craft audio check-ins, handwritten notes, and story-driven updates that spark engagement and deepen relationships. “Fundraising isn’t about being louder. It’s about being more human.” You’ll also discover: How to turn short interactions into long-term supportA proven micro-journey framework for donor engagementData-backed reasons to prioritize storytelling and co-creationBONUS: Enter to win a Donorbox Live Kiosk (valued at $1,000) to make year-end giving easier than ever. Our tap-to-donate kiosks help nonprofits raise 35% more on average, with nearly $2.5M raised in person already. 🔗 Click the link to enter https://uplup.com/f/donorbox-livekiosk-giveaway   Or visit our LinkedIn page for details and enter before the closing date on September 18, 2025. The competition runs from September 5 to 18, 2025.  Don’t miss this opportunity to expand your giving options this year-end. If this episode helps you, don’t forget to subscribe, share, and leave a review - it helps us reach even more changemakers like you. What makes Donorbox the Best Nonprofit Fundraising Platform to Achieve Your Strategic Goals? Easy to customize, available in multiple languages and currencies, and supported by leading payment processors (Stripe and PayPal), Donorbox’s nonprofit fundraising solution is used by 80,000+ global organizations and individuals. From animal rescue to schools, places of worship, and research groups, nonprofits use Donorbox to raise more funds, manage donors efficiently, and make a bigger impact. Discover how Donorbox can help you help others!   The Nonprofit Podcast, along with a wealth of nonprofit leadership tutorials, expert advice, tips, and tactics, is available on the Donorbox YouTube channel. Subscribe today and never miss an episode: 🖥️The Nonprofit Podcast 🎙️🎙️ - YouTube The Nonprofit Podcast is available every Thursday on all popular podcast platforms. Be sure to subscribe, rate, and download, and never miss an episode. 🎙️ Apple Podcasts: The Nonprofit Podcast 🎙️ Spotify: The Nonprofit Podcast  Support the show

    17분
  2. Ep 174| September Reset: Simplify Giving Season

    9월 4일

    Ep 174| September Reset: Simplify Giving Season

    Send us a text September Reset: How to Re-Engage Donors Before Year-End Your donors don’t remember every word from last year, but they do remember how you made them feel.  Today, Jena and Cara break down three simple but powerful moves you can make this September to reconnect with donors, refresh your strategy, and set yourself up for year-end success. What you’ll learn in this episode: How to reconnect with donors after the summer slumpSimple, low-effort ways to refresh your strategySmart upgrades that set you up for Giving Season success👉 Plus, don’t miss our Donorbox Live Kiosk Giveaway!  Help a cause you care about raise more money and make a bigger impact! One deserving U.S. nonprofit will win a $1,000 package: Live Kiosk + tablet and standOne-year subscription covered (valued at $50/mo)Personal onboarding callOur tap-to-donate kiosks help nonprofits raise 35% more on average, with nearly $2.5M raised in person already. 🔗 Click the link to enter https://uplup.com/f/donorbox-livekiosk-giveaway   Or visit our LinkedIn page for details and enter before the closing date on September 18, 2025. The competition runs from September 5 to 18, 2025.  Don’t miss this opportunity to expand your giving options this year-end. If this episode helps you, don’t forget to subscribe, share, and leave a review - it helps us reach even more changemakers like you. What makes Donorbox the Best Nonprofit Fundraising Platform to Achieve Your Strategic Goals? Easy to customize, available in multiple languages and currencies, and supported by leading payment processors (Stripe and PayPal), Donorbox’s nonprofit fundraising solution is used by 80,000+ global organizations and individuals. From animal rescue to schools, places of worship, and research groups, nonprofits use Donorbox to raise more funds, manage donors efficiently, and make a bigger impact. Discover how Donorbox can help you help others!   The Nonprofit Podcast, along with a wealth of nonprofit leadership tutorials, expert advice, tips, and tactics, is available on the Donorbox YouTube channel. Subscribe today and never miss an episode: 🖥️The Nonprofit Podcast 🎙️🎙️ - YouTube The Nonprofit Podcast is available every Thursday on all popular podcast platforms. Be sure to subscribe, rate, and download, and never miss an episode. 🎙️ Apple Podcasts: The Nonprofit Podcast 🎙️ Spotify: The Nonprofit Podcast  Support the show

    15분
  3. Ep 173| 3 Donation Form Hacks To Get More Donations

    8월 28일

    Ep 173| 3 Donation Form Hacks To Get More Donations

    Send us a text Turn your donation form into a silent fundraising powerhouse this Giving Season. This Giving Season, lighten your load and let your donation form work harder for you. Britt Stockert, Fundraising Coach at Donorbox, shares insights from her monthly coaching recap on how small changes can significantly impact donor relationships and year-end fundraising success. Discover: The biggest misconception about donation forms - and why many are holding you back.Three burnout-proof tweaks that quietly turn one-time donors into loyal supporters.Simple follow-up strategies that keep donors engaged without adding more work to your plate.How to build sustainable systems that protect your team while boosting results this year-end.Burnout is real for nearly 9 out of 10 nonprofit leaders, but your donation form could be your secret weapon. Learn how to fundraise smarter, not harder, this Giving Season, and finish the year with donors who feel seen, valued, and connected. Resources & Links: Learn more about Donorbox Premium CoachingWhat makes Donorbox the Best Nonprofit Fundraising Platform to Achieve Your Strategic Goals? Easy to customize, available in multiple languages and currencies, and supported by leading payment processors (Stripe and PayPal), Donorbox’s nonprofit fundraising solution is used by 80,000+ global organizations and individuals. From animal rescue to schools, places of worship, and research groups, nonprofits use Donorbox to raise more funds, manage donors efficiently, and make a bigger impact. Discover how Donorbox can help you help others!   The Nonprofit Podcast, along with a wealth of nonprofit leadership tutorials, expert advice, tips, and tactics, is available on the Donorbox YouTube channel. Subscribe today and never miss an episode: 🖥️The Nonprofit Podcast 🎙️🎙️ - YouTube The Nonprofit Podcast is available every Thursday on all popular podcast platforms. Be sure to subscribe, rate, and download, and never miss an episode. 🎙️ Apple Podcasts: The Nonprofit Podcast 🎙️ Spotify: The Nonprofit Podcast  Support the show

    15분
  4. Ep 172| The 4 Month Roadmap to Year-End Fundraising

    8월 21일

    Ep 172| The 4 Month Roadmap to Year-End Fundraising

    Send us a text Plan Your Giving Season: Four Months of Donor Engagement Strategies. In this episode, Jena walks us through a month-by-month roadmap for year-end fundraising, from September prep to December follow-through. Learn how to maximize donor engagement, plan strategically, and hit your fundraising goals with confidence. Discover strategies to: Strategically re-engage lapsed or quiet donors before the giving season.Key monthly actions that maximize response rates and giving momentum.How to align appeals, events, and digital channels for consistent messaging.Techniques to maintain donor attention and retention through December and beyond.Feeling inspired? Don’t stop here, our full Giving Season Roadmap blog has all the details, practical tips, and examples to help you lead your year-end campaign to success. Find it here:  https://donorbox.org/nonprofit-blog/giving-season What makes Donorbox the Best Nonprofit Fundraising Platform to Achieve Your Strategic Goals? Easy to customize, available in multiple languages and currencies, and supported by leading payment processors (Stripe and PayPal), Donorbox’s nonprofit fundraising solution is used by 80,000+ global organizations and individuals. From animal rescue to schools, places of worship, and research groups, nonprofits use Donorbox to raise more funds, manage donors efficiently, and make a bigger impact. Discover how Donorbox can help you help others!  The Nonprofit Podcast, along with a wealth of nonprofit leadership tutorials, expert advice, tips, and tactics, is available on the Donorbox YouTube channel. Subscribe today and never miss an episode:  🖥️The Nonprofit Podcast 🎙️🎙️ - YouTube The Nonprofit Podcast is available every Thursday on all popular podcast platforms. Be sure to subscribe, rate, and download, and never miss an episode. 🎙️ Apple Podcasts: The Nonprofit Podcast 🎙️ Spotify: The Nonprofit Podcast    Support the show

    9분
  5. Ep 171| The Big Beautiful Bill: Key Tax Changes for Nonprofits

    8월 14일

    Ep 171| The Big Beautiful Bill: Key Tax Changes for Nonprofits

    Send us a text 🚨 New tax rules are reshaping charitable giving - here’s what your nonprofit needs to know. The “One Big Beautiful Bill” is now law, changing the tax implications for donors giving to your cause. In this episode, Britt Stockert and Lindsey Bower break down the key changes and what nonprofits need to know. We cover the new standard and itemized deductions, corporate giving floors, and university endowment taxes. Most importantly, we highlight where the opportunities lie and how clear, mission-driven communication can help your organization thrive. If you are: Nonprofits seeking to engage everyday donorsDevelopment teams managing major gifts and corporate partnershipsUniversities and institutions navigating endowment taxesYou need to know how: Tax changes impact giving, but also open opportunities.Everyday donors may be more incentivized to give if you know how to communicate.Corporate giving dynamics are shifting, and strategic partnerships matter more than ever.University endowment taxes are rising, impacting fundraising planning.The heart of fundraising remains: strong relationships, trust, and clear mission-driven messaging. Don’t get caught off guard - listen today and turn these changes into opportunities. Read the full blog and get strategies your nonprofit can use now: One Big Beautiful Bill Blog What makes Donorbox the Best Nonprofit Fundraising Platform to Achieve Your Strategic Goals? Easy to customize, available in multiple languages and currencies, and supported by leading payment processors (Stripe and PayPal), Donorbox’s nonprofit fundraising solution is used by 80,000+ global organizations and individuals. From animal rescue to schools, places of worship, and research groups, nonprofits use Donorbox to raise more funds, manage donors efficiently, and make a bigger impact. Discover how Donorbox can help you help others!  The Nonprofit Podcast, along with a wealth of nonprofit leadership tutorials, expert advice, tips, and tactics, is available on the Donorbox YouTube channel. Subscribe today and never miss an episode:  🖥️The Nonprofit Podcast 🎙️🎙️ - YouTube The Nonprofit Podcast is available every Thursday on all popular podcast platforms. Be sure to subscribe, rate, and download, and never miss an episode. 🎙️ Apple Podcasts: The Nonprofit Podcast 🎙️ Spotify: The Nonprofit Podcast  Support the show

    13분
  6. Ep 170| When Giving Slows: 4 Leadership Strategies for Nonprofits

    8월 7일

    Ep 170| When Giving Slows: 4 Leadership Strategies for Nonprofits

    Send us a text What do you do when the numbers don't look good? In this episode,  Cara Augspurger shares her experience leading through fundraising slowdowns. She opens up about how to handle those tough moments when donations dip and the pressure rises. Cara offers strategies to recognize the early signs of a slowdown, stay calm, and focus on what really matters.  Discover how to: Recognize fundraising challenges before they turn into crisesSet the tone with your team and donors when giving slowsFocus on what matters when everything feels urgentBe transparent with donors to strengthen your relationships Packed with actionable insights for nonprofit leaders who are navigating tough times, discover how to lead without losing sight of your mission or burning out. Tune in to hear Cara’s key strategies and learn how you can lead through a fundraising slump with confidence. What makes Donorbox the Best Nonprofit Fundraising Platform to Achieve Your Strategic Goals? Easy to customize, available in multiple languages and currencies, and supported by leading payment processors (Stripe and PayPal), Donorbox’s nonprofit fundraising solution is used by 80,000+ global organizations and individuals. From animal rescue to schools, places of worship, and research groups, nonprofits use Donorbox to raise more funds, manage donors efficiently, and make a bigger impact. Discover how Donorbox can help you help others!  The Nonprofit Podcast, along with a wealth of nonprofit leadership tutorials, expert advice, tips, and tactics, is available on the Donorbox YouTube channel. Subscribe today and never miss an episode:  🖥️The Nonprofit Podcast 🎙️🎙️ - YouTube The Nonprofit Podcast is available every Thursday on all popular podcast platforms. Be sure to subscribe, rate, and download, and never miss an episode. 🎙️ Apple Podcasts: The Nonprofit Podcast 🎙️ Spotify: The Nonprofit Podcast  Support the show

    9분
  7. Ep 169| Practical strategies for one-person nonprofit leadership

    7월 31일

    Ep 169| Practical strategies for one-person nonprofit leadership

    Send us a text Leading a nonprofit alone can feel impossible, but with the right mindset, systems, and support, you can move the needle on your mission. In this episode of The Nonprofit Podcast, Jena Lynch talks with returning host Cara Augspurger about what it really takes to thrive as a solo Executive Director while wearing all the hats. Cara shares candid lessons on protecting your time, leading with intention, and asking for help, even when it feels easier to just “do it all yourself.” Whether you’re juggling fundraising, communications, donor relations, and board reports, or just trying to keep your mission moving forward, this conversation offers practical tips on how to: Get clear on what truly moves the needleShift from adrenaline-fueled reaction to intentional leadershipFind support and tap into the strengths already around youIf you’ve ever felt maxed out as a nonprofit leader, this episode will remind you: You don’t have to do it all - and you’re not alone. Join our community: Like & Subscribe for more nonprofit survival tactics on your favorite podcast platformWatch our monthly video podcasts on our Donorbox YouTube Channel and discover a mine of information to take your nonprofit to the next level here: https://www.youtube.com/@Donorbox/podcasts  Comment: Which move are you most curious about?Share with your team to spark actionWhat makes Donorbox the Best Nonprofit Fundraising Platform to Achieve Your Strategic Goals? Easy to customize, available in multiple languages and currencies, and supported by leading payment processors (Stripe and PayPal), Donorbox’s nonprofit fundraising solution is used by 80,000+ global organizations and individuals. From animal rescue to schools, places of worship, and research groups, nonprofits use Donorbox to raise more funds, manage donors efficiently, and make a bigger impact. Discover how Donorbox can help you help others!  The Nonprofit Podcast, along with a wealth of nonprofit leadership tutorials, expert advice, tips, and tactics, is available on the Donorbox YouTube channel. Subscribe today and never miss an episode:  🖥️The Nonprofit Podcast 🎙️🎙️ - YouTube The Nonprofit Podcast is available every Thursday on all popular podcast platforms. Be sure to subscribe, rate, and download, and never miss an episode. 🎙️ Apple Podcasts: The Nonprofit Podcast 🎙️ Spotify: The Nonprofit Podcast  Support the show

    23분
  8. Ep 168| 3 Questions every nonprofit leader must ask

    7월 24일

    Ep 168| 3 Questions every nonprofit leader must ask

    Send us a text Busy doesn't always mean progress - here's how to tell the difference. In this episode of The Nonprofit Podcast, we explore the tension between busy work and true progress.  Jena Lynch walks you through 3 key questions to help your nonprofit break free from busywork and align more powerfully with your mission.  You’ll discover: What might be silently draining your nonprofit’s capacity and resourcesHow to strategically pause or stop programs without backlashWhy evolving your mission is essential, and not the risk you fear. Listen now and move from hustle to meaningful progress! Need to use your time more effectively?  Head back to Kelly McLaughlin’s “Boost your Nonprofit's Impact with Smart Time Management” tips in Episode 158 to maximize the time you DO have! Join our community: Like & Subscribe for more nonprofit survival tactics on your favorite podcast platformWatch our monthly video podcasts on our Donorbox YouTube Channel and discover a mine of information to take your nonprofit to the next level here: https://www.youtube.com/@Donorbox/podcasts  Comment: Which move are you most curious about?Share with your team to spark actionWhat makes Donorbox the Best Nonprofit Fundraising Platform to Achieve Your Strategic Goals? Easy to customize, available in multiple languages and currencies, and supported by leading payment processors (Stripe and PayPal), Donorbox’s nonprofit fundraising solution is used by 80,000+ global organizations and individuals. From animal rescue to schools, places of worship, and research groups, nonprofits use Donorbox to raise more funds, manage donors efficiently, and make a bigger impact. Discover how Donorbox can help you help others!  The Nonprofit Podcast, along with a wealth of nonprofit leadership tutorials, expert advice, tips, and tactics, is available on the Donorbox YouTube channel. Subscribe today and never miss an episode:  🖥️The Nonprofit Podcast 🎙️🎙️ - YouTube The Nonprofit Podcast is available every Thursday on all popular podcast platforms. Be sure to subscribe, rate, and download, and never miss an episode. 🎙️ Apple Podcasts: The Nonprofit Podcast 🎙️ Spotify: The Nonprofit Podcast  Support the show

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The Nonprofit Podcast is your weekly dose of real-talk fundraising, designed for the doers, dreamers, and difference-makers powering today’s nonprofit world.Hosted by Jena Lynch, Donorbox’s Education & Community Engagement Manager, and fundraising strategist Britt Stockert, CFRE, each episode delivers clear, practical insights you can act on right away, no fluff, no filler.You’ll also hear from Cara Augspurger, Ed.M., CFRE, ED of Grace Care Center Foundation, sharing field updates and frontline perspectives.Whether you’re building something new or leveling up your impact, we bring you bold ideas, honest conversations, and tools to help you fundraise smarter and lead with confidence.Information. Inspiration. Implementation. Impact.That’s the energy we bring…every week.Let’s get to work.

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    Jena Lynch, Brittan Stockert & Cara Augspurger
  • 방송 연도
    2019년 - 2025년
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    © 2025 The Nonprofit Podcast
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