In this special episode of Beyond the Donation, Matt Bitzegaio and Rob Burke from DonorDock sit down with Max Kringen from Tellwell to discuss something big—the WellTold Storytelling Conference coming this April. This event is all about equipping nonprofits with the tools and strategies to tell their stories in a way that drives impact. In this episode, we dive into the journey that brought DonorDock and Tellwell together, the challenges and excitement of launching a brand-new conference, and why storytelling is a game-changer for nonprofits. Plus, we share how you can get involved and be part of this first-of-its-kind event!

In this episode of Beyond the Donation, host Matt Bitzegaio welcomes Steve Lausch and Sarah Sebastian from OneCause to discuss their 2025 Fundraising Outlook Report and the Giving Experience Study. The conversation covers key strategies for enhancing donor relationships, leveraging AI, managing events and recurring giving programs, and overcoming challenges faced by smaller nonprofits. The guests share actionable tips and insights backed by this data to help nonprofit organizations improve their fundraising tactics, enhance the donor experience, and drive impact.

In this episode of Beyond the Donation, host Matt Bitzegaio is joined by Zach Hynek, a board member of the Topfer Family Foundation and co-founder of Cadenza. Zach provides actionable advice for nonprofits looking to improve their grant application processes and underscores the continued importance of building human relationships in the funding landscape.

In this episode of Beyond the Donation, host Matt Bitzegaio chats with Becky Endicott and John McCoy from We Are For Good. They share their journey from university colleagues to founders of a media ecosystem centered around philanthropy and generosity. Becky and John discuss their unique approach to storytelling, community building, and the importance of shifting from transactional to relationship-focused fundraising. They also introduce their 'Impact Uprising' initiative, which aims to create local and global conversations about key issues. The episode delves into practical advice for nonprofit leaders, emphasizing donor engagement and the long game of building movements. Listeners are encouraged to get involved and learn how small actions can collectively make a significant impact.

In this episode of Beyond the Donation, host Matt Bitzegaio is joined by Joanne Toller from The Cause Specialists. With over 30 years of experience in the nonprofit sector, Joanne discusses the critical importance of year-end giving, effective digital fundraising strategies, and the significance of consistent messaging. She also highlights the power of storytelling, avoiding desperation in campaign messaging, and the value of personal donor stewardship. Key insights include leveraging donor data for targeted outreach and the importance of a well-planned fund development strategy. Joanne shares practical tips and resources to help nonprofits maximize their year-end fundraising efforts.

In this episode of Beyond the Donation, Matt Bitzegaio chats with David Pisarek, founder of Wow Digital, about boosting nonprofits' online presence. Drawing on 30 years of experience, David dives into website development, social media, and branding strategies tailored to the unique challenges of nonprofits.. Topics include budget-friendly tips, data insights, RFP best practices, and the emotional impact of website design. David highlights the importance of collaboration, transparency, and tools like ClickUp, while also offering free consultations and audits to boost nonprofits' digital impact.

In this episode of Beyond the Donation hosted by Matt Bitzegaio, Kelly Hernandez, CEO of Nonprofit Nerd, shares her extensive experience and knowledge on nonprofit marketing and fundraising. The discussion focuses on the significance of giving days, especially Giving Tuesday, and strategies for nonprofits to effectively plan, execute, and capitalize on these campaigns. The episode provides actionable advice and tools to help nonprofits enhance their fundraising efforts and build stronger donor relationships.

In this episode of Beyond the Donation, guest host Val Kleppen talks with Sandy Rees about getting started with donor engagement, setting realistic goals, and using personal relationships to foster trust. Listeners will gain practical tips on building and maintaining their donor database, leveraging peer-to-peer campaigns, and optimizing fundraising efforts with limited resources.

In this episode of Beyond the Donation, Matt Bitzegaio talks with Lou Adducci about the importance of peer-to-peer fundraising. They discuss practical steps and tools for getting started with peer-to-peer fundraising, key metrics to track, and common challenges.

In this episode of Beyond the Donation, Matt Bitzegaio talks with Katy Calloway and Daniel Stern about nonprofit growth. They discuss fundraising, board governance, fiscal sponsorships, and the importance of patience and persistence for nonprofit success.

Join Val and Carly on Beyond the Donation as they chat about good nonprofit storytelling. They'll discuss the importance of storytelling in the nonprofit sphere, ethical considerations and how to use digital platforms to share impactful and authentic narratives.

Join Val and Carly on Beyond the Donation as they chat about good nonprofit storytelling. They'll discuss the importance of storytelling in the nonprofit sphere, ethical considerations and how to use digital platforms to share impactful and authentic narratives.

Join Matt and Tasha on Beyond the Donation as they discuss collaboration and growing community among nonprofit professionals. They'll talk about the Nonprofit Hive

Join Matt and Tim on Beyond the Donation as they discuss nonprofit technology. They'll dive deep into what to look for, the importance of The Human Stack, and sales red flags to avoid.

Join Matt and Madeline as they dive into nonprofit audience identification, crafting impactful messages, donor stewardship, and diversifying donation methods. Learn how to set achievable fundraising goals and stay mission-focused for success.

Join Matt and Noah as they discuss marketing in the nonprofit sector. In this episode, Noah shares valuable insights on donor retention, acquisition, and the crucial role of marketing in nonprofit growth and engagement. Learn about goal mapping, the power of context and intent, and the importance of data-driven and intention-driven marketing. Gain practical advice for nonprofit leaders on embracing marketing to forge deeper community connections and drive mission success. Tune in for a conversation that redefines marketing as an essential component of nonprofit strategy.

Unlock the secrets to nonprofit growth with Emily Taylor of teenyBIG in this episode of Beyond the Donation. Learn how to navigate pivotal moments, make confident decisions, and drive strategic growth.

Join Val on Beyond the Donation as she discusses nonprofit accounting and the role of board members with Ken Cerini.

Join Matt on Beyond the Donation as he discusses all things volunteers with Sam Fankunchin of Golden Volunteer.

Join Matt on Beyond the Donation as he discusses all things grants with Jennifer Yarbrough.

Join Matt on Beyond the Donation as he discusses nonprofit best practices with Sarah Suarez. They deep dive into enhancing a nonprofit's social media and digital presence.

Join Matt on Beyond the Donation as he discusses nonprofit best practices with Julia Devine. They talk about creating compelling donor journeys, the difficulties of siloed data, and tips to streamline a donor's experience.

Join Matt on Beyond the Donation as he discusses nonprofit best practices with Tiffany Allen. They talk about starting a nonprofit, marketing, and beginning fundraising.

Join Matt on Beyond the Donation as he discusses nonprofit best practices with Kat Lacefield. They talk, fundraising, donor management, and nonhuman nonprofits.

Join Matt as we recap some of the best moments and tips from Beyond the Donation in 2023.

Join Matt, Andrew, and Val on Beyond the Donation as they share a bit about the founding of DonorDock.

Join Matt on Beyond the Donation as he discusses nonprofit best practices with Julie Boll

Join Matt on Beyond the Donation as he discusses nonprofit best practices with Chris Barlow

Join Matt on Beyond the Donation as he discusses nonprofit best practices with Kelsey Buell

Join Matt on Beyond the Donation as he discusses nonprofit best practices with Brianna Ruloma

Join Matt on Beyond the Donation as he discusses nonprofit best practices with Ryan Goodman

Join Matt on Beyond the Donation as he discusses nonprofit best practices with Austin Hattox, Nonprofit Website Strategist, Pixel Lighthouse

Join Matt on Beyond the Donation as he discusses nonprofit best practices with Pat Duffy, Co-Founder of The Giving Block.

Join Matt on Beyond the Donation as he discusses nonprofit best practices with Julie Peterson Klein, Chief of Staff and EVP/Chief Culture Officer at Bell Bank

Join Matt on Beyond the Donation as he discusses nonprofit best practices with Steve Johns, CEO of OneCause

Join Matt on Beyond the Donation as he discusses nonprofit best practices with Sami Bedell-Mulhern, Founder of The First Click

Join Matt on Beyond the Donation as he discusses nonprofit best practices with Dave Norris, CEO of ProofPact

Join Matt on Beyond the Donation as he discusses nonprofit best practices with Rob Burke, CMO at DonorDock

Join Matt on Beyond the Donation as he discusses nonprofit best practices with Chris Larkin from San Diego State University

Maddie Craig from Blue Cypher Bookkeeping shares insights on nonprofit accounting.

Patrick Kirby from Do Good Better Consulting shares his 5 Day Fundraising Strategy, so you can end each week with a clear picture of how you moved the fundraising needle forward.

Join Matt on Beyond the Donation as he discusses nonprofit best practices with Rachel Cardwell from Friends of the Children - Central Oregon

Eddie Allen from Pacific Northwest Fundraising shares the importance of developing a fundraising framework.

Grace Green from Double the Donation shares how your nonprofit can increase its donations with asking your donors to give more.

John Fisher from Friends of the Children - Fargo Moorhead shares why building genuine relationships is the most important part of fundraising.

Hear from Anna Larson from CCRI, as she shares how they use events to build a sense of community and connection among their donors.