Fundraising Beyond Borders Podcast

26. Why Investing in Your People Is the Best Investment Your Nonprofit Can Make with Heather Burright

Your people are one of the most valuable investments your nonprofit can make. In this episode, Heather Burright shares practical insights on how nonprofits can develop stronger teams, build a culture of learning, and invest in talent development without losing sight of their mission. From integrating professional growth into organizational strategy to measuring the impact of training and overcoming common barriers, Heather explores what it really takes to help nonprofit staff thrive. Whether you're leading a small team or managing a growing organization, this conversation is packed with actionable ideas to help you strengthen your people, increase capacity, and create long-term impact. Tune in to discover why investing in your team is one of the smartest ways to invest in your mission. Contact Heather: heather@skillmastersmarket.com and listen to her podcast here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/learning-for-good-l-d-solutions-and/id1621971310 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/learning-for-good-l-d-solutions-and/id1621971310]

25. AI vs Authenticity: The Future of Charity Storytelling with Emma Bracegirdle

In this episode, Emma discusses the increasing demand for engaging video content, particularly for charities. She emphasizes the importance of authenticity in storytelling, especially in a landscape filled with AI-generated content. Charities have unique stories and real impacts that can help them stand out and connect with their audiences on social media. A must listen! Contact Emma: https://thesaltways.com/our-story/ Freebie: AI Generated Guidelines: https://mailchi.mp/thesaltways/aiguidelines

24. Where Finance Meets Fundraising: A Smarter Nonprofit Strategy with Borona Resulaj

In this insightful interview, Borana Resulaj shares her extensive experience in nonprofit finance, emphasizing the importance of integrating fundraising, finance, and program strategies. She discusses practical systems, transparency, and collaboration techniques to strengthen financial resilience and donor trust in international nonprofits. Website: https://ngofinancehub.com

23. Seeing the Story in the Data: How Data Transforms International Fundraising with Sigrid Penner

In this episode of the Fundraising Beyond Borders podcast, Morgan interviews Sigrid Penner, founder of Focused Further Consultancy. Sigrid shares her extensive experience in data and analytics, emphasizing the importance of data-informed fundraising for nonprofits. She discusses how organizations can leverage their donor data to build stronger relationships, improve donor retention, and create actionable insights. The conversation also touches on the unique challenges of international fundraising and the need for tailored strategies based on cultural differences. Sigrid provides practical advice for nonprofits looking to enhance their fundraising efforts through data analysis and strategic planning. Contact Sigrid: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sigrid-penner/

22. Designing for Equity: How Co-Created Curriculum Transforms Nonprofit Programs with Danielle Gines

In this episode of the Fundraising Beyond Borders podcast, Morgan Gross interviews Danielle Gines, a curriculum consultant specializing in international education nonprofits. Danielle shares her journey into curriculum development, emphasizing the importance of creating engaging and culturally relevant learning experiences. The conversation covers common mistakes in curriculum design, the significance of metrics for program evaluation, and the necessity of including local voices in the development process. Danielle also discusses the concept of 'Train the Trainer' to ensure skill transfer and the importance of observational learning in understanding community needs. Contact: danielle@dgconsultancy.us Sign up for the Monthly Learning Corner: https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/40887/55300663579510242/share