Episodes

The future is here. Artificial Intelligence is starting to infiltrate every industry—including the nonprofit world—and it's here to stay. What is the good, bad, and ugly of using this new technology in fundraising? 👊Punchline...

The nonprofit industry is notoriously resistant to change. We don't like it. It makes us uncomfortable. And we hold on to dated (and sometimes downright laughable) practices because of it. It's time to evaluate "the way we've...

Ahhh technology. It's taken the nonprofit world by storm, and has provided some amusing tech fails along the way. In an industry full of shiny new tools, many nonprofits adopt new tech with hopes it will revolutionize their f...

LYBUNTS, SYBUNTS, and first-time donors — what does it all mean? Our nonprofit jargon is often perplexing, especially in the wild world of data segmentation. Get ready to unravel the comedic tapestry woven by the intricacies ...

Have you ever felt like you're on a secret mission, but the only secret is what you're actually supposed to be doing? Collaboration is challenging, and the key is effective communication—on all sides of the coin. 👊 Punchline:...

The power and influence of women in generosity is on the rise, and so is their desire to be recognized differently. There are so many problems with formal salutations in fundraising, so why are we still using them? 👊 Punchlin...

Fundraising is Funny Season 2 is Coming Soon!

Is there ever grounds to uninvite someone to your event? If so, we know how NOT to handle it.

How to know if a nonprofit is a healthy place to work. You know you are in a bad workplace when everywhere you turn there are passive aggressive signs. A happy office is a good office.

Your brand is not more important than your customer.

Don't make assumptions about generations. And just because something works for one mission, doesn't mean it will work for you. A feeling of belonging is important, but if we don't see ourselves, how do we belong? Do we see ourselves …

We've noticed a pattern in development shops that just might be contributing to our poor retention rates + stifling our growth. The answer lies in understanding the T-Rexes and kangaroos around us. Let's create an environment where we can work …

There's an art to communication. We all approach it differently, so seek to understand the other party and have grace when conflict arises. Urgency is not the same for all.

If you are going to take the time to do something - do it well. Bad auctions aren't serving your organization and they may just be sending the wrong message.

Is the story of fundraising about getting money in the door? Or is it about encouraging generosity and solving problems?

The only competition, the only thing that we have to strive for as a fundraiser is am I better than I was yesterday?

Gone DAFFY- how we screw up the DAF.

Ethics + fundraising dilemmas.

Fundraising jargon episode: why is it a "special" event?

Don’t make assumptions without digging deep into your data, because it can lead you astray.

Even though we see that sign every day or that thing that has a donor's name on it, to someone somewhere it has meaning.

Know who your donors are by getting feedback and asking good questions.

Getting to know your donors is important and having a plan for when something goes wrong.

Celebrate the generous more than the philanthropist