From the Nest with Charity Jen

Jen Newmeyer
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From the Nest with Charity Jen

Join Jen Newmeyer as she explores the trials, tribulations, and triumphs of nonprofit fundraising. Each episode contains valuable guidance from CharityJen and industry leaders who’ve given flight to groundbreaking ideas and landed with success. In From the Nest, you’ll learn that fundraising is more than just annual plans, goals and budgets. Behind every great fundraiser is a great story.

Episodes

  1. JUN 12

    Unlocking the Power of Creative Fundraising | Greg Ng

    Join us for an insightful episode of "From the Nest with Charity Jen," where Greg Ng, CEO of a consulting firm specializing in customer insight, shares his journey of creating transformative non-profit events. Over a decade ago, Greg forged a deep connection with a local NC food bank, driven by his personal commitment to the cause. At the time, serving as the CMO of Brooks Bell, his expertise in marketing and video production sparked a revolutionary idea - a 24-hour internet streaming telethon aimed at raising awareness and funds for the food bank. Despite initial apprehensions, the telethon was a monumental success, attracting widespread media attention and making a significant impact on the community. Greg's story exemplifies the power of community engagement and innovative thinking in driving meaningful change. His experience underscores the profound impact that skilled individuals can have when they channel their talents and passion into non-profit initiatives. This episode is a must-listen for non-profit fundraisers seeking inspiration and practical insights into leveraging creative ideas for maximum impact. Discover how you, too, can make a difference and inspire others to contribute to worthy causes. Follow and subscribe to From the Nest at olasmedia.com The key moments in this episode are: 00:00:16 - Introduction and Background of Guests00:02:39 - Brooks Bell and Marketing Optimization00:09:25 - 24-Hour Live Streaming Fundraising Event00:14:21 - Creative Fundraising and Engagement00:17:15 - Building on Success and Digital Fundraising00:18:57 - Event Planning and Execution00:21:20 - Impact and Fundraising00:22:54 - Social Media Ambassadors00:27:05 - Personal Involvement and Community Impact00:29:37 - Memorable Moments and Community Engagement00:36:33 - Harnessing Social Media Buzz00:38:20 - Preparing for the Telethon00:39:59 - Evolving the Telethon00:43:54 - Personal Engagement in Fundraising00:47:54 - Coaching and Empowering Others See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    52 min

  2. 10/17/2023

    Success at the Summit | Audrey M. Johnson

    Audrey M. Johnson is a portrait of success. Not only a VP of Institutional Advancement for the Children’s Defense Fund and President AFP, DC Chapter but also the Chapter President’s Council Representative for AFP Global and advocate for IDEA principles. But nothing was more rewarding than her climb to the top of Mount Kilimanjaro. Hear what happened at the summit! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    45 min

  3. 06/07/2023

    Inside Consulting: The Secret Formula | Leesa Harwood

    The Owner of By the Waves Charity Consulting joins Jen from the beach of Dorset England to share how she launched her firm prior to the pandemic. Leesa Harwood shares her fascinating approach to selecting clients and how that has led to a brand new hobby!· ·  (Originally aired 5June23) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    37 min

  4. 06/05/2023

    From the Stage to Major Gifts | Liz Marafino-Fiola

    Liz Marafino-Fiola is the Major Gifts Officer, Villanova University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Jen gets her to reveal her journey from the theater to a Development professional. They discuss the value in building professional networks and optimizing educational opportunities to reach meaningful career goals. (Originally aired 5June23) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    41 min

  5. 06/04/2023

    How to Make Big Moves and Win | Anessa Rios-Ezeude

    Anessa Rios-Ezeude. Director of Annual Giving, University of Houston shares the challenges and rewards of her nonprofit sector transitions. Jen highlights the importance of mentors and how they have played a major role in both their career growth. Anessa also reveals a heartwarming story that emerged from a special weekend celebration. (Originally aired 5June23) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    39 min

  6. 05/30/2023

    From Passion Comes Support | Doug Hodges

    For this first episode, Jen chats with Doug Hodges, Executive Director of SwingPals in Durham, North Carolina. Learn how he went from $85K to $500K with pure passion for his mission. Doug recalls the pre-COVID introduction with Jen at a Charity Chat in 2020 and how the fundraising fundamentals from that meeting helped to an emboldened relationship with the school system in Durham where he is now leading SwingPals into a groundbreaking $500K capital campaign while featuring cameos from his dog.  (Originally aired 5June23) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    40 min

  7. 05/29/2023

    What is From the Nest? A Podcast Preview with Charity Jen

    Coming this Summer, OLAS Media is proud to present From the Nest with Charity Jen. Join Jen Newmeyer as she hosts her first season of this new podcast featuring leaders and impactors in the Nonprofit Development field. In this preview episode, learn the impetus of From the Nest and who CharityJen is. (Originally aired 29May23) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    6 min
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Join Jen Newmeyer as she explores the trials, tribulations, and triumphs of nonprofit fundraising. Each episode contains valuable guidance from CharityJen and industry leaders who’ve given flight to groundbreaking ideas and landed with success. In From the Nest, you’ll learn that fundraising is more than just annual plans, goals and budgets. Behind every great fundraiser is a great story.

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