The Nonprofit Podcast
The Nonprofit Podcast is your weekly dose of real-talk fundraising, designed for the doers, dreamers, and difference-makers powering today’s nonprofit world. Hosted by Jena Lynch, Donorbox’s Education & Community Engagement Manager, and fundraising strategist Britt Stockert, CFRE, each episode delivers clear, practical insights you can act on right away, no fluff, no filler. You’ll also hear from Cara Augspurger, Ed.M., CFRE, ED of Grace Care Center Foundation, sharing field updates and frontline perspectives. Whether you’re building something new or leveling up your impact, we bring you bold ideas, honest conversations, and tools to help you fundraise smarter and lead with confidence. Information. Inspiration. Implementation. Impact. That’s the energy we bring…every week. Let’s get to work.
Episodes
Leading a nonprofit alone can feel impossible, but with the right mindset, systems, and support, you can move the needle on your mission.
In this episode of The Nonprofit Podcast, Jena Lynch talks with returning host Cara Augspurger about what it really takes to thrive as a solo Executive Director while wearing all the hats.
Cara shares candid lessons on protecting your time, leading with intent...
Busy doesn't always mean progress - here's how to tell the difference.
In this episode of The Nonprofit Podcast, we explore the tension between busy work and true progress.
Jena Lynch walks you through 3 key questions to help your nonprofit break free from busywork and align more powerfully with your mission.
You’ll discover:
- What might be silently draining your nonprofit’s capacity and resources
- How to str...
Unlock ‘no-ask’ fall fundraising ideas that get your donors excited long before the leaves change.
In this episode of The Nonprofit Podcast, fundraising coach Britt Stockert shows you why July is your secret window for building “quiet momentum” and shares three no-ask tactics to deepen relationships, spark engagement, and position your organization for a powerhouse fall season.
You’ll discover how to:
- Create simp...
4 Power Moves to Navigate Funding Cuts & Build Nonprofit Resilience
Feeling the squeeze of budget cuts and extra funding scrutiny? We've got you!
In today's episode, Jena Lynch and Britton Stockert unlock four underused power moves to help you:
- Reframe your story for maximum impact
- Unlock fresh revenue streams
- Advocate strategically with a nonpartisan focus
- Cement compliance as a growth driver
Ready t...
AI isn’t coming - it’s already deciding who gets funded.
This episode is your wake-up call.
Donors are turning to ChatGPT, Gemini, and other AI tools to find and evaluate nonprofits they can trust with their support. If your organization isn’t showing up, or showing up accurately, you may already be missing out.
In our Season 6 premiere, Jena sits down with Raj Hegde, SVP of Growth & Marketing at Donorbox, to br...
Nonprofit grant applications can be time-consuming, complex, and discouraging, but they don’t have to be.
That’s exactly what inspired Gauri Manglik to co-found Instrumentl, an all-in-one platform that simplifies grant discovery, tracking, and strategy.
In this Season 2 encore episode of The Nonprofit Podcast, Cara sits down with Gauri to talk grant application techniques that save time and increase your chances of suc...
In this summer throwback, we’re revisiting one of your favorites: Stabilizing Your Fundraising. Ready to reset and recharge your fundraising strategy for the rest of 2025? Take just 15 minutes to gain fresh clarity and confidence, press play, and let’s hit the ground running!
2025 has already thrown nonprofits a curveball. So what now?
This week, we’re taking a moment to breathe and break down the tools, ...
The Nonprofit Podcast is taking a breather before Season 6 kicks off on June 26, but we’re not leaving you hanging! We’re rewinding to one of our most-loved episodes with Maria Bryan, packed with powerful insights for challenging times.
Building donor trust is essential for nonprofit engagement, especially in times of crisis.
Join Jena and a favorite guest, Maria Bryan, an ethical and trauma-informed storytelling exper...
Strategic fundraising that anchors us
Fundraising looks different in 2025, but smart strategy remains essential. This insightful (and practical) replay from June 2024 delivers evergreen tips and tools to help your nonprofit stay focused and thrive in a shifting landscape.
Unlock the power of strategic fundraising to transform your nonprofit’s mission!
Say goodbye to guesswork and hello to educated decisions th...
We’re on summer hiatus, but we're bringing back one of our most popular episodes, 'Nonprofit Resilience: A Conversation.'
Originally released after the federal funding cuts were first announced in February, this episode digs into the challenges nonprofits are facing and offers strategies to navigate them.
Listen in to explore the potential impacts, possible responses, and actions you can take to ensure y...
Make summer your donor loyalty season, and set the stage for a better-funded fall.
The summer slowdown doesn’t have to mean lost momentum. It’s the perfect time to deepen donor relationships and build long-term support.
Join Jena as she lays out a practical, month-by-month plan to strengthen donor retention through the summer stretch. With donor attention divided and inboxes quiet, small, intentional touches now can lea...
Is starting ‘the funding uncertainty’ conversation early, “crying wolf,” or leading with honesty and foresight?
Nonprofit leaders are walking a tightrope between transparency and alarm. In this episode, Jena unpacks how smart donor communications and strong donor relationships can build donor trust, even in the face of uncertain nonprofit funding.
Join us for a deep dive into the dilemma of when to ...
Are your nonprofit emails and social posts falling flat? It’s time to pick up the phone!
Jena chats with Bart Lillie from Synergy Direct Marketing Solutions about how texting and strategic phone outreach can overcome donor fatigue. Learn why personalized text messaging can significantly enhance your nonprofit’s engagement, acquisition, retention, and drive fundraising results.
Quick Wins You'll ...
Activate Your Nonprofit Board for Fundraising Success
If you've ever wanted your nonprofit board to take a more active role in fundraising, this episode is for you. Britt speaks with Sabrina Walker Hernandez, CEO of Building Better Boards, about how to unlock your board’s full fundraising potential.
From dispelling common board fundraising myths to introducing Sabrina’s field-tested formula, join the con...
Is your email strategy helping you raise funds, or just filling inboxes?
Jena sits down with Chris Barlow of Beeline Marketing to unpack how email automation can transform how nonprofits engage supporters.
We’re talking:
✔ How to set up effective welcome sequences
✔ Using segmentation to send the right message at the right time
✔ Cleaning your list without losing future donors
✔ Why automation does...
2025 has already thrown nonprofits a curveball. So what now?
That’s why this week, we’re taking a moment to breathe and break down the tools, tactics, and mindset shifts that are actually helping nonprofits right now.
Think recurring giving strategies that stick, smoother donor journeys, and collaboration that cuts costs and builds resilience. Whether you’re adjusting to shifting priorities or bracing for what’s next, t...
Ever finish your day feeling exhausted but unproductive? You're not alone!
Join Jena and Kelly McLaughlin, founder of From Scratch Fundraising, as they get real about nonprofit productivity tactics that make a meaningful difference in combating overwhelm.
Learn how to prioritize effectively, manage your energy instead of your time, and harness powerful tools like CRMs and project management systems.
Discover:
- W...
What if the future of nonprofit success isn’t about doing more alone, but about doing better together?
Britt sits down with Michelle F. Vryn, CFRE, to explore how nonprofits can move beyond traditional collaboration and toward something deeper: interdependence.
Listen now as we unpack Michelle’s powerful “network of mutuality” framework, originally shared in her standout LinkedIn think-piece, and discuss...
Stewardship Isn’t a One-and-Done—It’s a Relationship
It takes care, consistency, and a team. Here’s how to make it doable!
Join fundraising expert Mike Esposito CFRE and Britt to break down simple, practical ways to make stewardship feel manageable, increase donor retention, and create a culture of real, heartfelt connection across your whole team.
What you’ll learn (and actually use):
- Why donor retention rates tend t...
Lapsed donors aren’t lost forever—you just need the right approach to bring them back.
This episode covers why donors disengage, how to prioritize outreach, and offers 10 simple, low-pressure ways to rebuild trust.
Discover how small, intentional steps can make a big impact.
In This Episode:
- The real reasons donors stop giving
- How to identify and prioritize lapsed donors
- The most effective ways to re...
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