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Hosted by Clark Vandeventer · business · EN · 198 episodes
This is the podcast for development professionals who are serious about raising major gifts without burning out. Hosted by Clark Vandeventer—fundraising coach, endurance athlete, and founder of Major Gifts Fundraiser—each episode offers practical wisdom, encouragement, and strategies to help you deepen donor relationships, elevate your impact, and thrive in your calling.From stewardship systems to in-person asks, from donor travel to daily habits, Clark blends real-life stories, timeless fundraising principles, and a refreshing dose
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Signup to Generate a PitchThis is the podcast for development professionals who are serious about raising major gifts without burning out. Hosted by Clark Vandeventer, fundraising coach, endurance athlete, and founder of Major Gifts Fundraiser, each episode offers practical wisdom, encouragement, and strategies to help you deepen donor relationships, elevate your impact, and thrive in your calling.
Major Gifts Fundraiser Podcast-Hosted by Clark Vandeventer is hosted by Clark Vandeventer. The show has published 198 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "Ep. 197- Be Thankful-And Watch What Happens" (27 October 2025, 21 minutes), "Episode 196- The Two Lists You Need Before Year-End" (21 October 2025, 21 minutes), and "Ep 195-Lessons Learned (Part 2)" (6 October 2025, 24 minutes).
Major Gifts Fundraiser Podcast-Hosted by Clark Vandeventer publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 25 minutes across 198 episodes.
Booking probability for Major Gifts Fundraiser Podcast-Hosted by Clark Vandeventer is 24%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Major Gifts Fundraiser Podcast-Hosted by Clark Vandeventer requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Major Gifts Fundraiser Podcast-Hosted by Clark Vandeventer's contact route on record: public web form.
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Clark Vandeventer hosts Major Gifts Fundraiser Podcast-Hosted by Clark Vandeventer, a business show with 198 episodes published.
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Episode #197
<p>Summary:<br>Clark shares his November playbook for development officers: how to turn Thanksgiving into a month-long movement of gratitude that naturally inspires giving. From pulling lists in October to writing...
Episode #196
<p>Summary<br>As year-end approaches, Clark shares the methodical moves that separate top-performing development officers from everyone else. In this episode, he walks through the two lists every fundraiser should pull...
Episode #195
<p>Summary<br>Part two of Clark’s practical “Lessons Learned” series—from an old slide deck that still packs a punch. We cover why mission must lead your conversations, how to cultivate until the “yes” is likely, the...
Major Gifts Fundraiser Podcast-Hosted by Clark Vandeventer
<p>Summary:This episode is a walk down memory lane—and a masterclass in the basics that still matter.</p><p>While looking for a quote from legendary philanthropist Malin Burnham, Clark stumbled on an old slide deck from...
Episode #193
<p>Summary:<br>Clark's back on the mic—recorded just before heading to Guatemala—and reflecting on gratitude, career courage, and what it means to be all in. Whether you’re planning your next donor visit or questioning...
Episode #192
<p>Is Asking for a Gift the Next Right Thing?</p><p>Summary:<br />Are you about to ask someone for a gift? Maybe the meeting is already on the calendar… but before you make the ask, Clark wants you to pause and...
Episode #191
<p>Summary:<br>What if every donor interaction was treated like a golden opportunity? In this episode, Clark builds on the themes from Episode 187 ("Surprise and Delight") to dig deeper into what it really takes to...
Episode #190
<p>Summary:<br>In this episode, Clark dives into the most underrated (yet powerful) skill a fundraiser can cultivate: gratitude.</p><p>Far beyond gift acknowledgments and thank-you letters, Clark explores how authentic...
Major Gifts Fundraiser Podcast-Hosted by Clark Vandeventer
<p>Summary:<br />In this special episode, Clark is joined by Monica Vandeventer—CEO of Major Gifts Fundraiser and the brain behind the ClarkBot. Together, they unpack how fundraisers can simplify, streamline, and...
Episode #188
<p>Summary:Are you walking, resting, or sprinting right now? In this episode, Clark Vandeventer shares a powerful metaphor drawn from his time trail running in Tahoe to help you evaluate the pace of your fundraising...
Episode #187
<p>Summary:<br />In this episode, Clark Vandeventer reflects on his annual “Tahoe Time” and uses the example of his Airbnb hosting experience to deliver a timely message for fundraisers: do the basics well—and then...
Episode #186
<p>Summary</p><p>In this episode of the Major Gifts Fundraiser Podcast, Monica and Clark delve into the significance of understanding oneself and others in the context of fundraising. They discuss various personality...
Episode #185
<p>Summary</p><p>In this episode of the Major Gifts Fundraiser podcast, Clark discusses the importance of personal connections in donor engagement, navigating donor visits that include family and friends, and the value...
Episode #184
<p>Summary</p><p>In this episode of the Major Gifts Fundraiser podcast, Clark discusses the critical role of culture in fundraising, emphasizing that who you are as a fundraiser matters more than what you do. He...
Episode #183
<p>SummaryIn this episode of the Major Gifts Fundraiser podcast, Clark discusses the importance of meaningful connections in fundraising, the introduction of the AI-powered Clark Bot, and practical advice on crafting...
Episode #187
<p>Summary:<br />In this episode, Clark Vandeventer uses the example of his Airbnb hosting experience to deliver a timely message for fundraisers: do the basics well—and then, surprise and delight.</p><p>Clark draws on...
Episode #182
<p>Summary</p><p>In this episode, Clark Vandeventer introduces the innovative ClarkBot, an AI-powered chatbot designed to assist fundraisers in their efforts. The conversation explores how the ClarkBot can help users...
Episode #181
<p>Summary</p><p>In this episode of the Major Gifts Fundraiser podcast, Clark Vandeventer discusses the importance of morning routines, personal fulfillment through the three-hour rule, and the balance between...
Episode #180
<p>Clark pulls back the curtain on the internal culture of fundraising teams. </p><p>Why do so many talented people leave after 18–24 months? What does it take to create an environment where fundraisers feel empowered...
Major Gifts Fundraiser Podcast-Hosted by Clark Vandeventer
<p>It's another Masterclass inspired episode. In this episode, Clark Vandeventer shares some of his notes from Levar Burton's MasterClass on Storytelling.</p> <p>You may know LeVar Burton from his years as host of...
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