How an Accidental Fundraiser Built Podcast Authority in the Nonprofit Space

Meet Rhea Wong, who transformed her "accidental fundraiser" background into one of the top voices in nonprofit podcasting through "Nonprofit Lowdown." Starting her podcast as an excuse to hang out with impressive friends in New York City, Rhea has built a loyal audience in her niche by delivering no-BS, tactical advice grounded in real trenches experience. She reveals why choosing a small pond over competing with Joe Rogan has made her a recognized authority, how podcasting became her secret weapon for opening doors with foundations and major donors, and the mistakes she wishes she'd avoided around monetization. Discover how consistency beats perfection, why being real about the struggles of running nonprofits resonates with audiences, and how Rhea mines her podcast content for her book, keynotes, and consulting sales. Her journey shows that sometimes the best podcasting strategy is simply being yourself while serving your community with practical solutions they can actually use.