Missions to Movements

Dana Snyder
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Missions to Movements

This isn't just another nonprofit podcast - it's your weekly invitation to think bigger, take bold risks, and create lasting change in an ever-evolving social impact landscape. Meet Dana Snyder, your guide through the evolving landscape of nonprofit innovation. She's on a mission to help change-makers like you push the boundaries of what's possible in nonprofit marketing and fundraising. Each week, Missions to Movements serves as your personal mastermind session, delivering actionable insights and bold strategies that challenge traditional nonprofit thinking. Dive into revolutionary approaches to digital fundraising, discover how to build magnetic monthly giving programs that create lasting donor relationships, and learn to amplify your voice as a thought leader in the social good space. Whether you're reimagining your organization's impact or forging game-changing partnerships, you'll find the ideas, insights, and inspiration to take your mission further than you've ever imagined. Ready to turn your mission into a movement? 

  1. 18 HR. AGO

    Navigating the Federal Grant Freeze: What To Know & How To Adapt with DeaRonda Harrison

    I'd love to hear from you! Send me a text message here and let me know what you thought about the episode. :) Last week’s federal grant freeze sent shockwaves through the nonprofit sector, and you may be wondering, what is the impact as it relates to funding and future sustainability? DeaRonda Harrison, CEO of June First Firm, is here to break down what this means for grant-funded nonprofits. DeaRhonda shares her expertise on federal and private grants, explaining the ripple effects of ...

    28 min

  2. JAN 29

    How Every Shelter's GivingTuesday Quiz Generated 170+ New Contacts & Automatic Gifts with Lauren Hanson

    I'd love to hear from you! Send me a text message here and let me know what you thought about the episode. :) How can you use a quiz to elevate your nonprofit’s fundraising goals? I’m excited to bring back Lauren Hanson from Every Shelter, to share the nuts and bolts of their successful GivingTuesday quiz that generated 170+ new contacts AND counting. Inspired by The Adventure Project, who deployed a similar strategy (see Episode 7!), Lauren breaks down the easy-to-use quiz maker she used,...

    29 min

  3. JAN 22

    Maximize LinkedIn – 5 Powerful Tips Nonprofits Need Right Now to Stand Out

    I'd love to hear from you! Send me a text message here and let me know what you thought about the episode. :) How can you use LinkedIn to boost your nonprofit’s visibility, partnerships and funding? In this episode, I’m sharing FIVE powerful tips that can help you maximize LinkedIn in 2025. We’ll cover how to craft an impeccable LinkedIn profile and company page that serves as your nonprofit’s “digital handshake”, using the “2-2-1” content strategy to captivate and connect, and ...

    33 min

  4. JAN 15

    How Surfrider Foundation's CEO, Chad Nelsen Amplifies Impact Through Thought Leadership (From TEDx, Podcasts, Social Media & More)

    I'd love to hear from you! Send me a text message here and let me know what you thought about the episode. :) Get ready to explore the vibrant world of ocean and beach conservation! Chad Nelsen, CEO of the Surfrider Foundation, leads one of the most impactful environmental nonprofit organizations. Today, Chad shares his 27+ years of turning surfing culture into a powerful force for environmental stewardship, now with over 200 chapters and thousands of volunteers. You’ll hear everything from...

    41 min

  5. JAN 8

    A Fun Twist on Corporate Partnerships Results in $300k from 20 Cook-Offs with Courtney Johnson, Culinary Care

    I'd love to hear from you! Send me a text message here and let me know what you thought about the episode. :) When I was 23, I could not even fathom starting a nonprofit, but Courtney Johnson did just that. In this episode, she shares her extraordinary journey and how her father’s battle with long cancer inspired her to start Culinary Care, an organization dedicated to supporting cancer patients with nourishing meals. Fostering corporate partnerships have been a game changer for Courtn...

    46 min

  6. JAN 1

    The Wonder Effect: Why 2025 Could Be Your Nonprofit's Breakthrough Year

    I'd love to hear from you! Send me a text message here and let me know what you thought about the episode. :) In 2025, can you dare to wonder? To kick off the new year, I’m sharing my word of the year, and what’s to come on the Missions to Movements podcast in 2025. The four core themes we’ll be diving into? Revolutionizing fundraising, monthly giving programs, personal branding and thought leadership, and creating unique partnerships. In this episode, I also take a moment to reflect ...

    19 min

  7. 12/25/2024

    My 2025 Nonprofit Marketing & Fundraising Predictions: The Complete Guide for Nonprofit Leaders

    I'd love to hear from you! Send me a text message here and let me know what you thought about the episode. :) Could embracing the latest nonprofit tech trends redefine your fundraising strategy for 2025?! Today I’m sharing a comprehensive, data-driven look at my top FIVE key trends and predictions that will transform how you connect with supporters in the new year… starting with AI! We’ll explore how AI innovations like Claude and Perplexity are transforming grant writing and donor communi...

    33 min

  8. 12/18/2024

    How the Canada Post Strike Inspired Hope Centre Ministries to Rethink Direct Mail Delivery

    I'd love to hear from you! Send me a text message here and let me know what you thought about the episode. :) The Canada Post strike began on November 15th, and Shellie Power, the Executive Director of Hope Centre Ministries, is here to shine a light on the fascinating creative strategies she’s crafted to maintain crucial donor communications. (Hint: it’s pretty heartwarming!) We talk about the strike's ripple effect that has been felt across sectors and how it’s challenging nonprofits to fi...

    39 min
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This isn't just another nonprofit podcast - it's your weekly invitation to think bigger, take bold risks, and create lasting change in an ever-evolving social impact landscape. Meet Dana Snyder, your guide through the evolving landscape of nonprofit innovation. She's on a mission to help change-makers like you push the boundaries of what's possible in nonprofit marketing and fundraising. Each week, Missions to Movements serves as your personal mastermind session, delivering actionable insights and bold strategies that challenge traditional nonprofit thinking. Dive into revolutionary approaches to digital fundraising, discover how to build magnetic monthly giving programs that create lasting donor relationships, and learn to amplify your voice as a thought leader in the social good space. Whether you're reimagining your organization's impact or forging game-changing partnerships, you'll find the ideas, insights, and inspiration to take your mission further than you've ever imagined. Ready to turn your mission into a movement? 

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  • Creator
    Dana Snyder
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2025
  • Episodes
    170
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Positive Equation, LLC
  • Show Website
    Missions to Movements

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