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 180| Your Year-End Edge: Direct Mail Fundraising That Delivers

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    Ep 180| Your Year-End Edge: Direct Mail Fundraising That Delivers

    Send us a text Some tools evolve. Others endure. Direct mail does both. Cara Augspurger sits down with Joe Leach, CEO of AppealMaker, to unpack how technology is reshaping one of fundraising’s most trusted tools - direct mail. They dig deep into how automation, follow-up strategies, and smart timing can turn traditional mail into a high-performing element of your year-end fundraising strategy.  Plus, Joe shares how smaller nonprofits can use agility to their advantage, and why the simplest changes often deliver the biggest results. Discover: How automation streamlines direct mail fundraisingWhy follow-up letters can double response ratesHow small teams can move faster…and smarterWhere direct mail fits in your multi-channel strategyResources Mentioned: AppealMaker - Your all-in-one, 24/7 direct mail platform made for nonprofits. Get started today, no credit card needed.2025 State of Direct Mail ReportThis episode is proudly sponsored by AppealMaker - smarter direct mail for stronger donor connections. 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. 🎙️ Apple Podcasts: The Nonprofit Podcast 🎙️ Spotify: The Nonprofit Podcast  Support the show

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  2. Ep 179| 4 Must-Know Tips for Stronger Year-End Appeals

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    Ep 179| 4 Must-Know Tips for Stronger Year-End Appeals

    Send us a text Year-end appeals are your nonprofit’s biggest fundraising moment - and you only get one shot. Fundraising coach Britt Stockert shares 4 smart ways to help your appeal break through the noise and connect where it counts. Discover: A better way to segment your donorsThe story shift that grabs attention fastWhat donors actually want to hearHow to make your ask land with confidenceListen in - build an appeal that works and write your strongest year-end message yet. 🗓 Want Britt to review your appeal? Book your free session here.   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

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  3. Ep 178| The 3 Don’ts of October Fundraising (Year-End Roadmap)

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    Ep 178| The 3 Don’ts of October Fundraising (Year-End Roadmap)

    Send us a text Skip the scramble. These 3 October fundraising don’ts turn stress into strategy. October is where the pressure builds, and where many nonprofits either set themselves up for success or stumble into a December scramble. In this episode of The Nonprofit Podcast, host Jena Lynch and co-host Cara Augspurger walk through practical planning tips to stop you from tripping over the 3 Don’ts of October Fundraising: Don’t keep it all in your headDon’t surprise your donorsDon’t assume it’s obviousSimple shifts, big impact. This is your October roadmap to a calmer, more confident Giving Season. Your future self and your donors will thank you. If this episode helps you, don’t forget to subscribe, share, and leave a review - it helps us reach even more changemakers like you.  And, to make sure you’ve got your Giving Season ducks in a row, head back to our year-end roadmap guides to get your planning up to speed: Ep 172| The 4 Month Roadmap to Year-End Fundraising Ep 174| September Reset: Simplify 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

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  4. Ep 177|From Year-End to Year-Round: 5 Top Recurring Giving Tips

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    Ep 177|From Year-End to Year-Round: 5 Top Recurring Giving Tips

    Send us a text Ready to go from year-end gifts to year-round growth? Year-end giving may steal the spotlight, but what happens after December is what determines lasting success. The nonprofits that thrive aren’t just chasing one-time gifts - they’re building relationships that carry impact well into the new year. Today, Jena revisits a standout 2024 conversation with Chris Barlow of Beeline Marketing, layered with fresh insights for Giving Season 2025. Together, they explore how nonprofits can transform seasonal generosity into sustainable recurring giving programs rooted in trust, timing, and clear messaging. Here’s what you’ll take away: Why year-end giving should be the start of your retention strategy.How recurring revenue secures long-term donor value.Strategic shifts that strengthen year-round fundraising.Listen in, take notes, and step into 2026 with a plan built for more than just December. Find the full conversation with Chris Barlow here Discover how the Donorbox Recurring Upsell feature can help you hereAnd, to round out your strategy:  Jump into a variety of Year-End Fundraising Guides on the Donorbox 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. The Nonprofit Podcast, along with a wealth of nonprofit leadership tutorials, expert advice, tips, and tactics, is available on the Donorbox YouTube channel. 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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  5. Ep 176| From Guest to Donor: Your Nonprofit Event Game Plan with Chad Barger

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    Ep 176| From Guest to Donor: Your Nonprofit Event Game Plan with Chad Barger

    Send us a text What if your nonprofit event did more than raise money for a night? What if it sparked long-term donor loyalty? This week, Jena Lynch sits down with master fundraising strategist Chad Barger to rethink how we measure event success. Forget vanity metrics. We're talking about the event ROI that actually counts, and how your fall events should be the start of something bigger than a single gift. Ready to flip the script on your next Year-end event?  Tune in to learn: What you're not measuring (but should be)How donor journeys really start at eventsAnd the critical follow-up moves most nonprofits skipPrefer to watch? Catch Jena and Chad in action on The Nonprofit Podcast 🎙️🎙️ - YouTube - and don’t forget to subscribe, like, and share so more nonprofits can find us.  Discover how Donorbox can help you help others!  This Giving Season, power up your nonprofit event with Donorbox’s Dynamic Duo: Donorbox Events: Sell tickets, collect donations, and boost turnout with easeDonorbox Live™ Kiosk: Let guests give on the spot, right at check-in, the bar, or your auctionWhat 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. The Nonprofit Podcast, along with a wealth of nonprofit leadership tutorials, expert advice, tips, and tactics, is available on the Donorbox YouTube channel.  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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  6. Ep 175| 3 Simple Strategies to Grow Donor Relationships

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    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

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  7. Ep 174| September Reset: Simplify Giving Season

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    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

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

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    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

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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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