Faith-Centered Fundraising & Ministry Culture

How CEOs Recruit and Retain Great Fundraisers – Part 1

How CEOs Recruit and Retain Great Fundraisers – Part 1

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In this episode of the Fit Fundraising Podcast, Roy Jones sits down with Pam Axberg, CEO of Union Gospel Mission Twin Cities, to unpack how high-impact nonprofit leaders recruit, hire, and retain exceptional fundraisers. Leading an organization that raises over $20 million annually, Pam shares how mission alignment, cultural fit, and disciplined hiring practices shape her leadership strategy.

From behavioral interviewing techniques to building development teams that balance strategy and execution, Pam offers practical insight into what separates transactional fundraising from relationship-driven philanthropy. If you’re a CEO, executive director, or development leader navigating staffing challenges, this conversation provides clear, actionable wisdom on building teams that strengthen both culture and revenue.

Faith, Leadership, and the Next Generation of Fundraising – with Jordan Smith (Part 2)

Faith, Leadership, and the Next Generation of Fundraising – with Jordan Smith (Part 2)

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In Part 2 of our conversation with Jordan Smith, Executive Chief Development Officer at Tree of Life Ministries, we explore what it really takes to reach donors from Boomers to Gen Z. Jordan breaks down the communication habits of different generations, how Tree of Life grew from a small online presence to more than 13,000 followers, and why social media is now the front door to donor engagement.

Faith, Leadership, and the Next Generation of Fundraising – with Jordan Smith (Part 1)

Faith, Leadership, and the Next Generation of Fundraising – with Jordan Smith (Part 1)

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In this episode, Roy Jones sits down with Jordan Smith, Executive Chief Development Officer at Tree of Life Ministries in Purcellville, Virginia. Jordan shares how a moment of compassion in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina inspired his family to launch a ministry that now partners with more than 40 churches and serves thousands each year.

Generational Giving Part 2 with Cheryl Hackett: The Power of Storytelling and Radical Relationships

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.

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.

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