If you want to inspire generosity in others, one of the keys is to first live generously yourself. Generosity is not just about giving; it’s about sowing. In the parable of the sower (Matthew 13), Jesus explains how seeds fall on different types of soil—some thrive, others wither. The principle here isn’t just about crops or even people. The message in this story is about what happens when we release what we’ve been given. It is about what God adds to our efforts towards generosity.
In seasons of disruption, it’s easy to feel unsettled and even off-course. External pressures—economic, political, even organizational—can push a nonprofit to react instead of respond. Shifting priorities at the federal level and changes in funding landscapes only add to the uncertainty.
The Nightbirde Foundation tells how they launched a nonprofit that has more than one million followers and raised millions of dollars in just 18 months to provide hope and healing to women going through the cancer journey. You will find out how to use email and direct mail to generate support and specifically identify funders with capacity to make 5-figure and 6-figure gifts.
Our conversation continues with Penny Kievet, Former Executive Director of the Jacksonville Rescue Mission, as she shares specifics on strategic board development and their role. This episode takes a deep-dive on what the board’s role is and isn’t and how to maximize the working relationship between the board and the C-level staff.
Hear from Former Executive Director of the Jacksonville Rescue Mission, Penny Kievet, as she shares insights on board governance and staffing responsibilities in this episode of the FitFundraising Podcast.
Roy Jones continues his discussion with Dr. Candace Gregory on Capital Campaign Donors. You’ll learn some big secrets to success in working with capital campaign donors: getting the meeting, scripting the conversation, determining the ask amount and making the ask.
Roy Jones talks with Dr. Candace Gregory about how to get a capital campaign started. You’ll learn quick start tips for setting goals, building your gift table and developing a winning script for landing capital campaign leadership gifts.
Roy Jones is back with special guest Janet Copland to dive deeper into the science of getting donor results. This episode will outline the strategy for direct mail campaigns and how to integrate digital media.
In this episode, Roy Jones talks with decorated professional, Janet Copland about major gift development and how direct mail has changed. With emphasis on connecting to the emotions of the donor, learn strategies for campaigns that get results.
