Roy Jones

Generational Giving with Cheryl Hackett: Bridging Boomers, Gen X, and the Next Wave of Donors

Generational Giving with Cheryl Hackett: Bridging Boomers, Gen X, and the Next Wave of Donors

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In this episode of the Fit Fundraising Podcast, Roy Jones sits down with Cheryl Hackett, Director of Development at the Wyoming Rescue Mission, to explore how giving habits are evolving across generations. From Boomers who still love their direct mail to Millennials and Gen Z donors who live online, Cheryl shares how her team bridges the gap through multichannel fundraising, storytelling, and faith-driven connection. It’s a practical, hope-filled conversation about building trust, embracing innovation, and inspiring generosity that lasts.

From Boomers to Gen Z: Sustainers, Segmentation, and the Future of Giving with Kyle Gorman

From Boomers to Gen Z: Branding, Giving, and Generational Shifts with Kyle Gorman

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From Baby Boomers writing checks to Gen Z giving online, every generation engages with philanthropy differently. In this episode, Roy Jones sits down with Kyle Gorman, Executive Director of Advancement at the Evansville Rescue Mission, to unpack the trends shaping donor behavior across the ages.

Kyle shares lessons from leading a $9 million capital campaign, insights on balancing direct mail with digital, and why branding matters more than ever for nonprofits. Whether you’re trying to reach loyal boomer donors, middle-aged givers blending mail and online, or younger supporters building lifelong habits, this conversation will help you navigate the shifts and grow stronger relationships with every generation.

The Power of Mastermind Groups: Iron Sharpens Iron for Fundraisers

The Power of Mastermind Groups: Iron Sharpens Iron for Fundraisers

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What if the secret to breakthrough fundraising wasn’t another conference, but a small circle of peers sharpening one another? In this episode of the Fit Fundraising Podcast, Roy Jones sits down with marketing professor and nonprofit strategist Dina Jones to unpack the power of mastermind groups. Together, they explore how masterminds go beyond networking, providing nonprofit leaders, fundraisers, and CEOs with a safe, faith-centered space to share challenges, spark creativity, and build confidence. From her first experience in Nashville to co-leading groups today, Dina shares how masterminds can transform isolation into innovation—and how this cutting-edge approach is shaping the future of fundraising.

From Boomers to Gen Z: Communicating in a Multi-Gen World with Carrie Lynn Wright (Pt. 2)

From Boomers to Gen Z: Communicating in a Multi-Gen World with Carrie Lynn Wright (Pt. 2)

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In Part 2, Roy Jones and Carrie Lynn Wright dig deeper into the communication gaps, giving habits, and leadership challenges across generations. Hear real-world stories—like the viral “Tony the Paint Guy” moment—that reveal how embracing change, adopting new technologies, and fostering open dialogue can help nonprofits engage donors and rally multi-generational teams for long-term success.

Writing Appeals in Uncertain Times

Writing Appeals in Uncertain Times

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You can’t control what happens in the world or your neighborhood, but you can control what happens in your shop. Focus on your donors, what are their needs and
goals. There are always hills and valleys, the biggest drop comes when you don’t stick to the schedule. Keep asking and they will give.

From Boomers to Gen Z: Communicating in a Multi-Gen World with Carrie Lynn Wright (Pt. 2)

From Boomers to Gen Z: Communicating in a Multi-Gen World with Carrie Lynn Wright (Pt. 1)

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In Part 1, Roy Jones sits down with workplace culture expert Carrie Lynn Wright to explore the defining traits of Boomers, Gen X, Millennials, and Gen Z—and how these differences shape nonprofit teams and donor relationships. Learn how understanding generational perspectives can strengthen workplace culture, improve communication, and build stronger connections across every age group

Donna Lucas of Joni and Friends: Building Donor Trust in Uncertain Times Pt. 2

Donna Lucas of Joni and Friends: Building Donor Trust in Uncertain Times Pt. 2

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In Part 2 of our conversation with Donna Lucas, Chief Marketing Officer at Joni and Friends, we explore what it takes to lead effective fundraising in today’s fast-moving, often unpredictable nonprofit landscape. From segmenting donor audiences with the help of AI to preparing leadership and fundraisers for economic plateaus, Donna shares actionable insights shaped by decades of experience in both the corporate and ministry worlds.

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