Jul 22, 2026
What if the biggest threat to your funding isn’t the economy or your donor file, but your organization’s resistance to change? Nonprofits are navigating shrinking capacity, shifting donor behavior, and a massive generational wealth transfer, yet many are still clinging to outdated structures and strategies that make...
Jul 1, 2026
For nonprofits that want to grow their impact, being invisible is not an option. In a crowded, distracted landscape where donors and funders are overwhelmed with messages, nonprofits that fail to show up clearly and consistently are being passed over for those that communicate with intention. In today’s episode,...
May 29, 2026
What if sporadic communications are doing more damage to your fundraising than donor fatigue or a tight economy? In a sector where small, underfunded comms teams and pressure to “stay humble” are the norm, too many nonprofits are under-communicating their impact and missing out on vital support and deeper...
May 13, 2026
Recent data suggests that more than half of nonprofit professionals are considering leaving their jobs — and those numbers climb even higher for frontline fundraisers. In today’s episode, Sadé Dozan from Borealis Philanthropy joins Russ Phaneuf to discuss the "invisible labor" that might be burning you out faster...
Apr 14, 2026
When resource‑strapped nonprofits lean too heavily on AI to generate appeals and donor communications, they risk trading away long‑term donor trust for short‑term efficiency. In today's episode, Russ Phaneuf and narrative strategist Josh Gryniewicz explore best practices for using AI in fundraising while...