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Nonprofit Lowdown

This is Nonprofit Lowdown where I review and recommend the best ideas, resources, tools, tricks and tips to run your nonprofit like a pro!

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00:34:17

#354- Demystifying DAFs with Mitch Stein

Nonprofit Lowdown ·

2025/09/08

I’m joined by my friend and returning guest, Mitch Stein, now Head of Strategy at Chariot, and we’re breaking down the truth about Donor-Advised Funds (DAFs) — what they are, how they work, and what nonprofits are getting wrong about them.Here's what we cover:What a DAF actually is (and no, it's not just for the ultra-wealthy)Why $250 billion is just sitting in DAFs right now — and how to access itHow to stop losing donors due to missed acknowledgments and poor data practicesWhy building

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00:42:53

#353- AI Can't Be Ignored with Nate Wong

Nonprofit Lowdown ·

2025/09/01

This episode is a juicy one. I’m joined by my pal Nate Wong. Nate is a partner at The Bridgespan Group and co-author of a recent white paper, “AI Cannot Be Ignored,” which dives deep into the opportunities (and responsibilities!) that AI presents to nonprofits and the broader social sector.With the Fundraising.AI conference around the corner—where I’ll be speaking, by the way—this conversation couldn’t come at a better time.This episode was both energizing and sobering. AI isn’t just about saving

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00:41:36

#352- Year End Giving Prep with 10x Crew

Nonprofit Lowdown ·

2025/08/25

In this special episode, I host my powerhouse 10X crew for an energetic roundtable on one of the nonprofit sector’s most important seasons: end-of-year fundraising.The conversation covers:The fundraising landscape in 2025How to use AI and automation without losing the human touchMaintaining donor trustThe importance of mid-level donor strategyZigging when others zag (analog in a digital world)How to audit and prep your tech stackWhy major gifts still matter—and take timeWhether you're a small

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00:30:13

#351- Why the Prime Time Woman is Gold for...

Nonprofit Lowdown ·

2025/08/18

I am so excited to drop this convo with my friend and powerhouse guest, Tisha Hyter.We’re talking all about something I’m totally obsessed with right now: the Primetime Woman – women aged 45–65 who are stepping into their full power, purpose, and philanthropic influence.Tisha and I go deep on:💥 What it means to be a Primetime Woman💰 Why this group is the most philanthropic cohort in history👯‍♀️ How women are giving in community and using their skills – not just writing checks👀 Why we’re DONE

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00:58:45

#350- Transforming Nonprofit Boards

Nonprofit Lowdown ·

2025/08/11

Welcome back to Nonprofit Lowdown — I'm Rhea Wong, and today you're getting the raw, unfiltered replay of the power session I co-led with my ride-or-die, Brooke Ritchie-Babbage, at AFP’s Fundraising Day in NYC.Here’s what we unpack:✅ The ONE written give/get policy that shuts down the “I don’t fundraise” excuse. ✅ Our 2x2 skills map that sorts your board in 10 minutes flat. ✅ Real-world tools: board report cards, mini dinner salons, and a no-guilt off-ramp that gets even the most reluctant board

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00:39:25

#349- Fundraising Across Generation Divides with...

Nonprofit Lowdown ·

2025/08/04

This week, I’m joined by the ever-brilliant Connor Kirkpatrick, Director of Development at Book Harvest.Connor’s a proud alum of my Big Ask Big Give program, and in this convo we go deep on:-Going from 8 to 24 major donors in 2 years-Using data + automation to build a scalable fundraising engine-What it really means to build a culture of philanthropy💥 Connor proves that when you mix solid strategy with bold authenticity, fundraising magic happens.Important Links:Connect with Connor :

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00:10:52

Fundraising Fri-Yay #1- Recession Ready Playbook

Nonprofit Lowdown ·

2025/08/01

Welcome to the FIRST episode of Fundraising Fri-Yay with me, Rhea Wong! 🎉Kicking things off with a solo episode that gets real about the uncertainty we’re all feeling right now in the nonprofit world—tariff shifts, funding freezes, economic turbulence... it’s a lot. But here’s the deal: panic won’t pay the bills. So instead of reacting, let’s respond—with strategy. 💪✨ You’ll learn:🔹 How to double revenue with a 10% lift in donor retention🔹 Why monthly giving + donor-advised funds are your secret

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00:37:43

#348- How to Navigate in This Moment with Rhonda Allen

Nonprofit Lowdown ·

2025/07/28

I’m so excited to share this powerful convo with my friend and guest, Rhonda Allen, CEO of Dev Color. We went in on what it means to lead an org that centers Black technologists — especially in a moment when DEI is under fire and folks are playing it safe.In this episode, we talk about: ➡️ Navigating leadership as a Black woman in tech ➡️ What it really takes to fundraise when DEI isn’t “trendy” anymore ➡️ Why small, authentic human connections > big flashy events ➡️ How AI is reshaping our world

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00:40:03

#347- Advice from a BIPOC Fundraiser with Anysa Holder

Nonprofit Lowdown ·

2025/07/21

I had the real pleasure of sitting down with my brilliant friend Anysa Holder, Chief Advancement Officer at Easterseals NJ, on the latest episode of Nonprofit Lowdown. 🙌🏽We covered so much ground, including:💥 What it’s like to stay in the nonprofit sector for 15+ years💥 The emotional labor of fundraising (especially as women of color)💥 Unpacking money trauma and mindset💥 Why board training needs a major upgrade—and how Anysa’s leading that charge💥 How to avoid burnout while staying

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00:02:51

SPECIAL: The #1 Mistake in Donor Emails

Nonprofit Lowdown ·

2025/07/20

If you’re ready to stop guessing and start converting—join me live on July 23.🎯 The Donor Reckoning™ is where real pipeline repair starts. There’s No fluff. No replay. Just results.https://go.rheawong.com/thedonorreckoning

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00:02:53

SPECIAL: Why You’re Not Getting a Second Gift

Nonprofit Lowdown ·

2025/07/19

Don’t lose your biggest future gifts to silence. Join me live on July 23 for The Donor Reckoning™.I’ll give you the tools to rebuild your trust sequence, so you can see massive results for the rest of the year! https://go.rheawong.com/thedonorreckoning

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00:02:33

SPECIAL: The Fix for Panic Fundraising (in 90 Days or...

Nonprofit Lowdown ·

2025/07/18

🎯 Join me for The Donor Reckoning™ live on July 23.You’ll walk away with the full playbook + the tools to implement it: my 24-Touch Revenue Rhythm & the Donor Decoder GPTThere is No replay... Just results.https://go.rheawong.com/thedonorreckoning

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00:03:02

SPECIAL: Signal vs. Noise: How Fundraisers Waste...

Nonprofit Lowdown ·

2025/07/17

Join me live on July 23 for The Donor Reckoning™.We’re unpacking the Signal-Driven System—and building your exit ramp from the panic loop.🎟 Reserve your seat now. Only 300 spots, no replay.https://go.rheawong.com/thedonorreckoning

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00:02:48

SPECIAL: Why 92% of Your Donors Have Disappeared

Nonprofit Lowdown ·

2025/07/16

Join The Donor Reckoning™ on July 23🎟 No replay. No fluff. Just truth + tactics.→ Save your seat now (only 300 spots): https://go.rheawong.com/thedonorreckoning

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00:33:06

#346- How an Indie Newsroom Fights Big‑Money Media...

Nonprofit Lowdown ·

2025/07/14

I'm so excited to share this week’s conversation with my guest and friend Yukari Kane, CEO and co-founder of the Prison Journalism Project (@prisonjournalism).Yukari is a former @WSJ tech reporter who made the leap into nonprofit leadership — and let me tell you, her story is incredible. We talk about what it’s like to run a growing org that operates at the intersection of journalism, education, and criminal justice reform.Here’s what we dig into:✍️ How Yukari went from covering Apple to

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00:34:32

#345- Cinderella Nonprofit: How a Brooklyn Debate...

Nonprofit Lowdown ·

2025/07/07

This week’s episode of Nonprofit Lowdown is straight-up magic. 🪄I sat down with my friend DiCo, Executive Director of the Brooklyn Debate League, and their story is nothing short of jaw-dropping.One minute, they're a public school teacher running debate club on Fridays. The next? A viral Humans of New York post, a GoFundMe that raises $1.3 million in two days, and suddenly they're leading a movement to bring speech and debate to all kids—especially those from historically excluded

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00:41:55

#344- Beyond Burnout with Dr. Dee Frayne

Nonprofit Lowdown ·

2025/06/30

On the latest episode of Nonprofit Lowdown, I had the absolute pleasure of speaking with Dr. Dee Frayne (aka Dr. D), a life + business coach and former nonprofit exec who gets it. We went deep on what it means to burn out in a sector that’s often under-resourced, under-supported, and powered by people who care way too much to quit… until we’re forced to.We talked about:✨ Why the nonprofit world can feel like a parking lot for potential change-makers✨ How martyrdom and hustle culture are literally

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00:38:22

#343: Defending Democracy + Raising Money for Policy...

Nonprofit Lowdown ·

2025/06/23

I’m so excited to share this week’s episode of Nonprofit Lowdown with you. I sat down with my friend and former student, Omri Preiss, the Co-Founder & Managing Director of Alliance for Europe — and we had a powerful, eye-opening conversation.We don’t often feature voices from outside the U.S., so this one is extra special. Omri is on the frontlines of preserving democracy across Europe, and what he shared about disinformation, authoritarian playbooks, and what’s at stake globally is both

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00:26:29

#342- Fundraising for International NGO with Katy Troyer

Nonprofit Lowdown ·

2025/06/16

I had the pleasure of sitting down with my friend and former student, Katy Troyer, the Executive Director of the KGSA Foundation — the U.S.-based fundraising arm for the Kibera Girls Soccer Academy in Nairobi, Kenya.We talked about what it’s really like to raise money for a cause that’s thousands of miles away, how the international development sector is shifting due to major funding cuts, and why community and storytelling are more important than ever.Katy shares how she's built a passionate

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00:34:02

#341- Building A Nonprofit From Scratch with Dr....

Nonprofit Lowdown ·

2025/06/09

This week on Nonprofit Lowdown, I sit down with the phenomenal Dr. Nastassia Harris (@perinatalhealthequity) to talk about her journey from professor and nurse to full-time founder and CEO of the Perinatal Health Equity Initiative.We talk about: ✅ Making the leap into nonprofit leadership ✅ Facing fears around fundraising & salary ✅ “Burning the ships” and doing it scared ✅ Why YOU are the bottleneck in your org (and how to stop it) ✅ Building a donor base that actually cares ✅ Hiring lessons

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