Podcasts
Listen to the weekly podcast “Around with Randall” as he discusses, in just a few minutes, a topic surrounding non-profit philanthropy. Included each week are tactical suggestions listeners can use to immediately make their non-profit, and their job activities, more effective.
Find “Around with Randall” on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you listen to your podcasts.
Email Randall with a show topic: podcast@hallettphilanthropy.com
Email Randall with a thought regarding a specific show: reeks@hallettphilanthropy.com
Don’t want to be the gambler with that year-end ask? We get it.
You have to know when to hold ’em and know when to fold ’em in your push for year-end major gifts. Make the ask or wait for the right moment to ensure transformative impact. Great fundraising isn’t about the nonprofit’s calendar—it’s about the donor’s timing, passion, and connection. Whether it’s a December 31 gift or a future commitment, “every hand’s a winner” when you prioritize your donors' needs and goals.
Read MoreIn this week’s episode, let’s explore how to shift the focus of moves management meetings from transactional goals to deeper, passion-driven donor relationships. Knowing donors' true motivations and encouraging gift officers to uncover what drives their philanthropy before discussing monetary gifts is the key. By putting passion first, nonprofits can foster more meaningful connections, resulting in greater long-term support and transformational giving. This approach also opens up opportunities for planned giving by aligning with donors' personal values and goals.
Read MoreIn this episode of Around with Randall, we explore a recent study on the best ways to ask for donations. We’ll chop up how the study reveals that donors respond most to requests framed around specific outcomes, such as the number of people their gift will help. At the end of the day, nonprofits need to rethink their fundraising strategies to maximize donor engagement and support.
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