Accidental Fundraiser™

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Accidental Fundraiser, an original show from Network for Good, is written to you - the nonprofit leader, the Chief Everything Officer– answering the often unspoken questions rattling around in your mind. Letting you know that no matter what’s ahead, you’re not alone. Host and fundraising expert Kimberly O’Donnell empowers you with a “yes, I can” mentality ready for anything – including your next big fundraiser.

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From Trenches to Triumph

Mar 23 2022 15 mins

There are multiple paths to becoming an accidental fundraiser. And, let’s face it, accidental or not, fundraising is hard. But in the end, it’s worth it. Throughout this season of Accidental Fundraiser, you’ve heard story after story of...

Powerful Fundraising Wisdom from Season 2

Oct 19 2022 11 mins

Sometimes in fundraising, you have to step outside of your comfort zone, dive in and learn something new. It can be challenging—there’s no question about it. But in the end, it’s all worth it. In our second season of Accidental Fundraiser, you’ve heard stories from extraordinary individuals who have been challenged, learned how to keep going, and experienced success and fai

It's Worth It with Mark Davis

Oct 03 2022 1 mins

There are multiple paths to becoming an accidental fundraiser and let's face it, accidental or not, fundraising is hard, but in the end, it's worth it. Of course, it doesn’t hurt to be reminded of the joys of fundraising and the impact it can have on the world. Here’s a snippet of insight from those doing it to keep you inspired. Check out the full episode later this week and b

How Storytelling Fueled This Nonprofit to Raise Over a Million Dollars in Six Weeks

Oct 05 2022 42 mins

Even in the midst of massive growth and major impact, nonprofit work can be exhausting. How do you maintain your energy – and passion – when you’re dead tired? In this conversation, [Mark Davis](https://www.linkedin.com/in/markedwarddavis/), Founder and Director of [Abundance International](http://www.abundanceinternational.org/), shares his secret to staying energized and on

1.1 Million Raised 20 Days Into the Year

Feb 23 2022 50 mins

“What do we need to be doing to put ourselves out of business? Because if we're not working towards that, we are literally stealing from this community." is the CEO and Co-founder of an organization that walks alongside families on the path out of...

Galas and Pledge Events and Cookbooks, Oh My!

Feb 09 2022 37 mins

When it comes to fundraising initiatives, it’s easy to stick with what you know, but different markets call for different approaches. found this to be true when she moved from Miami, where galas were all the rage, to Santa Fe. As Executive...

Overcoming Rejection: Messages from a Frontline Fundraiser

Sep 22 2022 36 mins

Frontline fundraisers face a difficult reality of a low donation rate, especially when cold calling. How can you increase your success? Morgan Martell, self-described Zillennial and Assistant Director of Development at Texas Tech University, has advice. By shifting her perspective to learn and listen as much as possible, she’s built rapport with her donors and increased her succe

It's Worth it with Morgan Martell

Sep 20 2022 1 mins

There are multiple paths to becoming an accidental fundraiser and let's face it, accidental or not, fundraising is hard, but in the end, it's worth it. Of course, it doesn’t hurt to be reminded of the joys of fundraising and the impact it can have on the world. Here’s a snippet of insight from those doing it to keep you inspired. Check out the full episode later this week and b

How Funder & Community Relationships Propelled This Nonprofit

Sep 07 2022 35 mins

Break out the pie chart. How much time, energy and resources do you devote to ensuring your funders and recipients are happy? 20%? Maybe 30%? In her journey to founding and serving South Carolina’s Freedom Readers, Executive Director Tracy Bailey has learned it’s a two-way street. In this episode of Accidental Fundraiser, Tracy shares how to reflect and celebrate your community

It's Worth It with Tracy Bailey

There are multiple paths to becoming an accidental fundraiser and let's face it, accidental or not, fundraising is hard, but in the end, it's worth it. Of course, it doesn’t hurt to be reminded of the joys of fundraising and the impact it can have on the world. Here’s a snippet of insight from those doing it to keep you inspired. Check out the full episode later this week and b