Turned Up Raise 2025 Series: Part 1

Big Ideas. Bold Voices. Fresh from Raise 2025!

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September 18, 2025 – Episode # 196

Turned Up Raise Series: Part 1

Lights, energy, impact…Raise 2025 is a wrap! But the bold ideas and breakthrough moments from the conference are still rolling. From the backdrop of the San Antonio Riverwalk, our Raise Amplifiers captured powerful conversations, bold perspectives, and fearless fundraising strategies, delivering the magic from the stage straight to you.

In the 1st episode of our special Raise Nation Radio series, we’re spotlighting dynamic voices offering fresh ideas, expert knowledge, and practical insights to drive fundraising forward.

• Dr. Derreck Kayongo – Clean Production Action
• Suzanne Stone – Livestrong
• Matt Bitzegaio – DonorDock

Get ready for fundraising fuel that’s equal parts practical and inspiring. Stream this episode on your favorite podcast platform or catch the full series on the OneCause YouTube Channel.

Highlights You’ll Take Away:

• Creativity fuels impact. With vision and determination, even the simplest ideas can ripple into global change.
• Impact is amplified through adaptability. Nonprofit leaders thrive when they embrace new challenges and apply their experience in fresh ways.
• Innovation drives resilience. Nonprofits that embrace new approaches can turn challenges into opportunities for growth.

Meet the Raise Amplifiers:

• Dawn Lego — OneCause & Raise Nation Radio
• Kevin Spykerman – Auction Packages
• Samantha Swaim – Swaim Strategies & The Fundraising Elevator
• Trevor Nelson – HGA Fundraising & Hey Nonprofits
• And the production team: GSF Media

Resources and Upcoming:

• Watch Raise 2025 On-Demand
• Save the date: Raise 2026, August 31 – September 1, Chicago, IL
• Raise 2026 presale tickets launch this October!