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00:20:34

Hear From Your Peer — Mary McFadden Lawson,...

Fundraising Growth Now! ·

2026/01/18

We’re in our new podcast series: Hear from Your Peer. Today’s episode features Mary McFadden Lawson, Chief Philanthropy Officer with the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra, who highlights how team alignment and intentional planning, paired with a culture that celebrates every win, are the foundations of meaningful long-term donor success.

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00:35:28

Hear From Your Peer — Paul Hogle, Cleveland Institute...

Fundraising Growth Now! ·

2026/01/11

Last week, we launched our new podcast series: Hear From Your Peer.Today’s episode features Paul Hogle, President and Chief Executive Officer with the Cleveland Institute of Music, who has crafted ambitious Strategic Plans that stay pragmatic and relational, and most importantly, drive fundraising growth.

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00:18:04

Hear From Your Peer — Jonathan Norris, Frist Art Museum

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2026/01/04

We’re starting the new year with an 8-week podcast series: Hear from Your Peer. Each week through January and February, we’ll share a conversation with an arts leader who has achieved meaningful fundraising results in their organization.Across the series, we’ll explore how they approached their biggest wins, what’s driving their momentum, and the practical insights they’ve gained along the way. Our first episode features Jonathan Norris, Chief Development Officer at the Frist Art Museum in

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00:01:50

How to Increase Results in 90 Seconds

Fundraising Growth Now! ·

2025/12/14

We’re keeping things short and sharp this month. Everyone’s busy and could use a quick laugh and some practical advice. So, listen today for a practical approach on how to quickly increase results.

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00:01:42

What to Know About DAFs in 90 Seconds

Fundraising Growth Now! ·

2025/11/30

We’re mixing things up this month with a quick, 90-second spin—because everyone’s short on time and could use a laugh and a little practical advice.Listen today for THE most important thing you need to know about DAFs.

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00:04:33

Getting the Meeting

Fundraising Growth Now! ·

2025/11/16

We’ve been talking about the "Art of the Ask" lately, but today, we’ll take a step back and address a question we hear all the time: what if I can’t even get the meeting?It’s one of the top frustrations we hear from fundraisers – “I ask, but my donors won’t meet with me.” Sound familiar? Listen today as we talk through some practical tactics that are working in the current environment.

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00:05:25

Why Individual Giving is the Answer

Fundraising Growth Now! ·

2025/11/02

Relief funds are a thing of the past. Expenses keep climbing. Ticket sales are unpredictable. And public funding is shifting. It’s no wonder so many organizations are feeling paralyzed when it comes to fundraising.Listen today for why individual giving still reigns supreme when it comes to driving sustainable revenue growth.

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00:05:13

Big Yeses are Built on Small Yeses

Fundraising Growth Now! ·

2025/10/19

Today, let’s talk about YES. This is a word every fundraiser wants to hear, especially when it’s in response to a major gift Ask. But it’s important to remember that BIG yeses are built on SMALL yeses.Listen today, and learn how small yeses are the path to strong donor relationships.

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00:03:58

Two Tips to Activate Your Board in Fundraising (When...

Fundraising Growth Now! ·

2025/10/05

Let's address a topic that comes up with EVERY organization we work with regardless of staff or budget size, and that’s: getting your Board more active in fundraising.Often, this begins with the client sharing they’ve TRIED EVERYTHING but still feel stuck. If you’re there, I’m going to share two practical tips to help you move forward.

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00:05:28

The Art of the Ask—Part 2

Fundraising Growth Now! ·

2025/09/21

The “Ask” moment can fluster even the most seasoned fundraiser, but with a few simple steps, you can create a conversation that feels natural, authentic, and effective while strengthening your donor relationshipsListen today, and become more confident and prepared for your next donor conversations.

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00:06:25

The Art of the Ask—Part 1

Fundraising Growth Now! ·

2025/09/07

We often hear: “I know I need to Ask more personally, but once I’m face-to-face with a donor, what do I say?” It’s a big topic, so we’re breaking it down, starting today with an overview of a full Ask conversation and the first two steps that set you up for success.Listen today as we talk about a roadmap for your next donor solicitation meeting.

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00:12:51

Leadership Burnout is REAL, and Here's What You Can...

Fundraising Growth Now! ·

2025/08/17

If you’ve been in the trenches long enough, you know exactly what we’re talking about today when I say a single word: burnout. Leadership burnout is not just some buzz phrase. It’s a very real problem in arts organizations, and if we don’t take it seriously, we’re going to continue losing great industry people. So, let’s break it down. What is leadership burnout in arts management and Board leadership? Why is it more widespread than it was ten years ago? And most importantly, what can we do about

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00:18:52

Making Time to Fundraise—Yes You Can!

Fundraising Growth Now! ·

2025/08/03

One of the biggest obstacles to sustainable revenue growth? Making time to consistently fundraise.Whether you're a CEO, a Development Committee member or a Board member at-large, your job isn’t just about keeping the lights on to provide your art – it’s about building the future. And guess what? That future depends on fundraising. But let’s be honest – most leaders know they should be more engaged in fundraising, yet somehow, there’s rarely enough time. Listen today as we talk about why this

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00:17:55

The Golden Rule in Your Arts Fundraising Program

Fundraising Growth Now! ·

2025/07/20

You’ve heard it a thousand times probably since childhood: Do unto others as you would have them do unto you. In the world of arts fundraising, it’s more than just a moral guideline—it’s a practical strategy for building donor relationships that last.Today, we’re going to explore how applying the Golden Rule at each stage of RSC’s Donor Flywheel—Identification, Cultivation, Solicitation, and Appreciation / Stewardship—can help your organization get donors, keep donors, and upgrade donors.

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00:14:15

Why RFPs Are a Friend to No One

Fundraising Growth Now! ·

2025/07/06

RFPs are a friend to no one. Not to arts organizations, not to their Board or staff, not to the consultants vying for the work, and certainly not to the project’s ultimate success. Yet, many organizations feel bound to this process, thinking it ensures fairness, transparency, and a good outcome. But in reality? It usually does the opposite. Today, we’ll cover five reasons why RFPs fail each of these parties, five best-practice alternatives, and three next steps for any organization that truly wants

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00:13:53

Alexa, Raise Me a Million Dollars!

Fundraising Growth Now! ·

2025/06/22

AI has made significant inroads into the arts sector, offering tools that can analyze data, predict trends, and even create art. However, its application in arts fundraising presents both opportunities and challenges. Listen in today as we examine how these technologies are reshaping our approaches, discuss top AI tools and adaptable CRM platforms in our sector, and outline actionable steps to incorporate AI into your fundraising programs.

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00:14:22

A Fundraising Program: It's Like Fundraising, but...

Fundraising Growth Now! ·

2025/06/08

Many organizations think they have a fundraising program when really, they’re just fundraising. And let me tell you, there’s a big difference! It’s the difference between sprinting and running a marathon, between a one-time transaction and a long-term relationship. And if you want to build something sustainable, you need to know the difference.Listen today for insights on the obvious differences and the deeper nuances. We’ll cover what makes a healthy fundraising program and how you can transition

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00:12:15

If You Can't Measure It, You Can't Manage It

Fundraising Growth Now! ·

2025/05/25

An often-overlooked fundamental that separates a successful fundraising program from a stagnant one? Measuring Results. Let’s face it—if you can’t measure it, you can’t manage it. In today’s podcast, we’re focused on why measuring fundraising results is essential, what data points you should be tracking, who should review the information, and how to use that information to make tactical and strategic decisions. All because growth starts with knowing where you stand.

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00:14:25

When Business Smarts Meets the Arts

Fundraising Growth Now! ·

2025/05/11

Too often, arts organizations look past small business owners, chasing instead after big corporate sponsors or national foundation grants. But here’s the truth: small businesses are our communities' backbone and prime candidates for arts partnerships that can be mutually beneficial and help enrich the local economy. Listen today for insights on why small business partnerships matter, how to cultivate them, and what obstacles to anticipate and overcome.

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00:09:57

Fundraising Growth Equals Organizational Growth

Fundraising Growth Now! ·

2025/04/27

How do arts organizations grow fundraising and ensure long-term sustainability when expenses are rising faster than earned revenue growth?The reality is this—as expense budgets increase, arts organizations become more dependent on their donors and grantors for fiscal sustainability. So, how do we close that funding gap? And perhaps more importantly, how do we attract donors who may not be consumers but still believe in the value of the arts as part of the community fabric?

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