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February 13, 2025 21 mins

Learn how nonprofits can pitch their missions like pros and secure game-changing funding in this episode of theFounded in FoCo podcast. Nick is joined by Maya and Alex to dive intoTrout Tank, a live-pitch event helping nonprofits connect with donors—thinkShark Tank, but for a good cause.

Maya Ortega (Trout Tank co-creator) andAlex Koenigsberg (Arula founder) break down what makes a compelling nonprofit pitch, the biggest fundraising challenges, and how storytelling builds trust with donors. Plus, they share insights into nonprofit-focused sessions atFounded in FoCo—including grant writing and more.

The Founded in FoCo Podcast is hosted by Nick Armstrong, Lead Organizer of Founded in FoCo and Geek-in-Chief of WTF Marketing (⁠⁠⁠⁠https://wtfmarketing.com⁠⁠⁠⁠). Hear more great interviews with founders in and around Fort Collins at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://foundedinfoco.com⁠

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