Nonprofit Expert

44: Capital Campaigns: Knowing When Your Nonprofit Is Ready for What’s Next

In this episode, we sit down with Amy Eisenstein, ACFRE, CEO and Co-Founder of Capital Campaign Pro, to demystify what capital campaigns are, when nonprofits are truly re

43: Building Confidence in the Ask: Strategies for Fundraisers at Any Level

Whether you’re new to major gifts or looking to refine your approach, this conversation offers clear, actionable insights to help you build confidence, strengthen your st

42: How to Scale Stewardship: Clean Data, Smart Segmentation, Better Giving

In this episode, we sit down with Martie Bernicker, Director of Speak Up, a youth well-being nonprofit that helps teenagers talk openly about the challenges they face—and

41: Finding the Right Ask: Matching Donor Interests with Program Needs

Whether you’re strengthening donor relationships or simply trying to stay on top of your notes, this episode offers actionable strategies you can apply right away. We’re

40: How Mission-Driven Nonprofits Use Data to Support Growth and Stewardship

In this episode, we’re joined by Mark Mintzer, CEO and Founder of Youth Mentoring Partnership, a youth development organization that has experienced remarkable programmat

39: Click, Connect, Give: Digital Fundraising Tips for Building Donor Relationships

In this episode of Nonprofit Expert, we dive into how nonprofits can transform digital interactions into lasting donor relationships. Join Constant Contact’s Matthew Mont

The Mallory Erickson Mini Series: Track Relationship-Building KPIs for 2026

Go beyond dollars raised! In the final episode of her mini series, fundraising coach Mallory Erickson introduces key relational KPIs you can start tracking in 2026 — incl

The Mallory Erickson Mini Series: Daily Affirmations to Relieve Fundraising Stress

When fundraising feels overwhelming, this episode of Nonprofit Expert offers a short guided affirmation practice to help you stay grounded. Fundraising coach Mallory Eric

The Mallory Erickson Mini Series: Segment Donors for More Personalized Outreach

Stop sending one-size-fits-all messages to your donors. In this episode of Nonprofit Expert, Mallory Erickson shows you how to use donor segmentation to tailor your appea

The Mallory Erickson Mini Series: Write Email Subject Lines Donors Can’t Ignore

Boost your email open rates with curiosity-driven subject lines. In this episode, nonprofit expert Mallory Erickson explains how to use the “curiosity gap” to spark inter

The Mallory Erickson Mini Series: Re-Engage Donors Without Worry or Hesitation

Learn how to overcome hesitation and confidently reach out to lapsed or quiet donors. In this episode, nonprofit expert Mallory Erickson shares practical strategies for l

The Mallory Erickson Mini Series: Build a Donor Engagement Plan That Lasts

Join us for a mini series hosted by fundraising coach Mallory Erickson! We’ll begin with a roadmap for integrating courage, curiosity, segmentation, and relationship-focu

The Mallory Erickson Mini Series: Daily Affirmations to Boost Fundraising Confidence

In just a few minutes, reset your mindset to approach fundraising tasks with increased confidence. In this episode, nonprofit expert Mallory Erickson guides you through a

31: The 90-Day Roadmap to Launching Your Major Gift Program

In this episode of Nonprofit Expert, host Julia Gackenbach sits down with internationally recognized fundraising strategist Tammy Zonker, founder of Fundraising Transform

30: One Check Can Change Everything: Fundraising Lessons from Nonprofit CEO Eileen Heisman

Former National Philanthropic Trust CEO Eileen Heisman joins host Robbe Healey to share her remarkable journey from politics to leading one of the world’s largest philant

29: Building Trust in a Distrustful World: Art Taylor on the Future of Nonprofits

Art Taylor, President of AFP Global, joins host Robbe Healey to share lessons from his distinguished career and his vision for the sector’s future. From donor intent and

28: The Development Equation: Respect + Relationships = Results

Effective development is about inspiring shared values. In this episode – the last of our “Respect, Relationships, and Resources” series – Robbe Healey highlights advice

27: Navigating Organizational Culture as a Nonprofit Development Leader

Robbe Healey and Michelle Gollapalli dive into the operational realities of fundraising leadership, from evaluating red flags in new roles to engaging executives in devel

26: The Art of Board Engagement

Hesitant to ask your board for fundraising help? Join Andrea McManus, former AFP Chair, to challenge conventional thinking about board engagement. Through enlightening st

25: When Donors Become Advocates: Lessons from a Fundraising Pioneer

Bring clarity to engagement and retention challenges in a relationship-building masterclass! Fundraising pioneer Birgit Smith Burton shares the four pillars of lasting do