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Welcome to Real Talk for Real Fundraisers, the podcast where fundraisers, nonprofit leaders, and industry experts come together to vent, laugh, and learn. Through candid storytelling and insightful interviews, we explore the highs, lows, and everything in between. With a fearless, irreverent, and conversational tone, we’re breaking down barriers, challenging the status quo, and creating a safe space to tackle the real struggles of the nonprofit world- one honest conversation at a time.
Unknown Host hosts Real Talk for Real Fundraisers, a business show with 159 episodes published.
Fundraiser turnover is one of the biggest threats to long-term fundraising success, and the cost goes far beyond an empty desk. When a fundraiser leaves, organizations lose donor trust, relationship momentum, institution
If you’ve ever looked at your caseload and thought, “I’m working hard… so why does this still feel so difficult?” — there’s a good chance qualification is the issue. In this episode of Real Talk for Real Fundraisers , Je
Your donors are trying to tell you something. The question is, are you set up to actually hear it? In this episode of Real Talk for Real Fundraisers , Jeff Schreifels sits down with fundraising consultant Jeff Brooks for
Your donor database should make it easier to build strong relationships with donors. But for many fundraisers, the CRM ends up feeling like one more thing to maintain instead of a tool that actively supports their work.
Grant writing is one of the most misunderstood roles in the non-profit sector, and that misunderstanding may be costing your organization serious money. In this episode of Real Talk for Real Fundraisers , Jeff Schreifels
Start your year with clarity and direction. In this episode of Real Talk for Real Fundraisers , Jeff Schreifels is joined by Diana Frazier, Senior Client Experience Leader at Veritus Group, for a practical, no-fluff conv
In this special episode of Real Talk for Real Fundraisers , Jeff Schreifels is joined by Christopher Beck—Associate Director of Individual and Planned Giving at the High Museum of Art in Atlanta and a 20-year fundraising
In this episode of Real Talk for Real Fundraisers , Jeff Schreifels welcomes Diana Frazier, Veritus Group’s senior client experience leader with more than 40 years of fundraising experience, for an essential conversation
In this episode of Real Talk for Real Fundraisers , Jeff sits down with Marne Fauser, President and CEO of United Way of Central Illinois and a former college basketball coach, to talk about what it really means to lead
In this heartfelt and wisdom-packed episode, Jeff Schreifels sits down with the legendary Tom Ahern, one of the most sought-after experts in donor communications and fundraising copywriting. With decades of experience, s
Aligning development teams with the donor pipeline is one of the most important—and often overlooked—keys to sustainable fundraising success. In this episode of Real Talk for Real Fundraisers , Jeff Schreifels sits down
Fundraising in today’s non-profit world is more challenging—and more rewarding—than ever before. Organizations are facing an unprecedented mix of economic, political, and social pressures, and fundraisers are being asked
Public media is evolving, and organizations must strengthen donor relationships to secure a sustainable future. In this episode of Real Talk for Real Fundraisers , Jeff Schreifels is joined by Joyce MacDonald, Greater Pu
When we talk about philanthropy, we're not just talking about giving—we're talking about power, ethics, and responsibility. In this episode of Real Talk for Real Fundraisers , Jeff Schreifels sits down with author and fu
Marketing isn’t just about visibility. It’s about clarity, connection, and alignment. In this episode of Real Talk for Real Fundraisers , Jeff Schreifels is joined by Bongo Consulting founder and partner Michael D’Antoni
Resilience isn’t just a buzzword. It’s a necessity for fundraisers navigating today’s uncertainty. In this episode of Real Talk for Real Fundraisers , Jeff Schreifels is joined by Veritus Group Client Experience Leaders
At a time of uncertainty and stress, the need for practical guidance in non-profit leadership is crucial. In this episode of Real Talk for Real Fundraisers , Jeff Schreifels is joined by David Rhode, a non-profit consult
Great leadership isn’t about having all the answers. It’s about creating the kind of space where others feel safe enough to ask the hard questions. In this debut episode of Real Talk for Real Fundraisers , Jeff Schreifel
BIG NEWS! Our podcast is evolving. Welcome to Real Talk for Real Fundraisers. Non-profit work is not easy. It takes heart. It takes courage. And most days, it takes everything you’ve got. Today, more than ever before, it
We all have a desire to connect with others, but we’re often afraid to bring our whole, real, and complete self to our work, which often becomes a liability over time. A lack of authenticity in fundraisers has real, reve
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Real Talk for Real Fundraisers is hosted by Unknown Host. The show is categorised under business (non-profit) and has published 159 episodes.
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