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First Day Podcast

By: The Fund Raising School
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  • The Fund Raising School is excited to launch the First Day Podcast from The Fund Raising School! Highlighting current news and research, this podcast provides fundraisers with the latest information in fundraising and philanthropy. Be more informed and stay up to date with the First Day Podcast from The Fund Raising School!
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Episodes
  • Finding The Fundraising Story

    Finding The Fundraising Story
    Jul 21 2024
    In this episode of the First Day Podcast, host Bill Stanczykiewicz, Ed.D. is joined by Julia Campbell, a fundraising consultant specializing in digital communications and storytelling for nonprofits. They discuss the art of storytelling to enhance fundraising efforts, emphasizing its power in connecting with donors on a human level. Julia underscores that stories are fundamental to human communication and processing complex information, which is why they are so effective in fundraising. Julia addresses common challenges fundraisers face, such as determining which stories are worth sharing and navigating confidentiality issues. She highlights the importance of focusing on the "why" of an organization’s mission—its vision for the future and the problem it aims to solve—over the "what" and "how." She suggests thinking like journalists and looking for everyday anecdotes that reflect the mission’s impact, even if they don't involve direct client interviews. The conversation moves to the ethical considerations of storytelling in fundraising. Julia advocates for a "Storyteller Bill of Rights" to ensure the subjects of stories have control over their narratives. Trust between the organization and the storytellers is crucial, as is the respect for their autonomy. She shares her own experience in developing trust with program participants and stresses the importance of evaluating whether the stories would make the storytellers proud if shared publicly. Finally, Julia discusses the value of stories that don’t have happy endings. These narratives can be powerful fundraising tools by illustrating the ongoing challenges and needs within the organization’s mission. Authenticity about the difficulties faced and the progress being made helps donors understand the complexity of the issues and motivates continued support. The episode wraps up with a reminder of the practical courses offered by the Fundraising School, designed to equip nonprofit professionals with skills to enhance their fundraising strategies.
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    14 mins
  • Fundraising Starts With Your Strategic Plan

    Fundraising Starts With Your Strategic Plan
    Jul 14 2024
    In this episode of the First Day Podcast, host Bill Stanczykiewicz, Ed.D. emphasizes the critical role of a strategic plan as the foundation for successful fundraising efforts. He begins by likening the strategic plan to a "Big Bang" moment for nonprofits, stressing its pivotal role akin to the genesis of relationships or partnerships. Bill highlights a surprising statistic from his extensive nonprofit experience: many organizations lack a formal, written strategic plan, hindering their ability to articulate their mission, goals, and impact effectively. Drawing on his own leadership experience, Bill recounts the impact of strategic planning on nonprofits, citing a significant foundation's insistence on seeing a strategic plan before awarding grants. He underscores how a well-documented strategic plan not only guides organizational strategy and programmatic decisions but also serves as a vital tool for fundraising, enabling nonprofits to clearly demonstrate to donors and stakeholders where their contributions will make a meaningful difference. Bill walks listeners through the essential components of a strategic plan, including vision statements, mission statements, declarations, goals, and objectives. He emphasizes the importance of these elements in crafting compelling fundraising appeals and engaging with donors and volunteers effectively. By involving a broad range of stakeholders in the strategic planning process, including board members, staff, and external partners, nonprofits can ensure alignment with their mission and enhance their organizational governance and fundraising effectiveness. Ultimately, the episode underscores the strategic plan's foundational role in nonprofit sustainability and growth, positioning it as not just a document but a roadmap for achieving impactful results and fostering donor confidence and support.
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    9 mins
  • Fifty Years Of Fundraising Wisdom

    Fifty Years Of Fundraising Wisdom
    Jul 7 2024
    In this episode of the First Day Podcast, host Bill Stanczykiewicz, Ed.D. is joined by Dr. Gene Tempel, the founder of the Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy. Dr. Tempel shares the history and evolution of the Fund Raising School, which was established by Henry and Dottie Rosso in 1974 and later donated to Indiana University in 1988. He highlights how the School has transformed the field of fundraising by training nonprofit professionals to develop permanent fundraising infrastructures within their organizations, moving beyond the traditional reliance on external consultants. Dr. Tempel reflects on his own journey with the Fund Raising School, starting as a student in 1980, where he was impressed by the comprehensive training methods and the vision of its founders. He discusses how Hank Rosso's innovative concepts, such as the systematic approach to engaging donors and the importance of training practitioners, laid the foundation for the School's enduring success. Dr. Tempel emphasizes the significance of integrating fundraising within academic and research institutions, which has allowed the School to maintain a strong focus on evidence-based practices and the broader context of philanthropy. The episode also touches on the enduring principles of fundraising taught by the School, such as the joy of giving, the critical role of the Board, and the importance of a well-articulated case for support. Dr. Tempel highlights how technological advancements have evolved fundraising practices, yet the core concepts remain relevant. The Fund Raising School continues to adapt, offering a range of courses and certificates to meet the needs of today's nonprofit professionals, ensuring they are equipped with the latest tools and knowledge to effectively engage donors and support their missions.
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    21 mins
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