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Small Shop Fundraising

Small Shop Fundraising

By Griffin Fundraising and Market

A podcast dedicated to small to medium sized nonprofits. Interviews and talks about topics, issues and resources related to communications, fundraising and marketing for the small shop offices across the country.
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A Phased Non-Profit Re-Opening with Michelle Ray

Small Shop FundraisingMay 21, 2020

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Leadership and Your Nonprofit with Aaron Miller

Leadership and Your Nonprofit with Aaron Miller

On this episode we talk with Aaron Miller the Director of Community Leadership at the Leadership Louisville Center in Louisville KY. It's the largest leadership center of it's kind in the nation. We talk about the WHY behind having engaged and passionate leaders supporting your nonprofit. On the flip side we also talk about how engaging more with your community provides you with an opportunity to grow as a leader and the reciprocal effect of volunteering. 

Referenced in the podcast:

Dan Pallotta Ted Talk 


Small Shop Fundraising is a podcast dedicated to small and medium sized nonprofits and the issues facing them today. Hosted by Liz Hack of Griffin Fundraising and Marketing. 

May 20, 202141:15
New Donor Exercise with Liz Hack

New Donor Exercise with Liz Hack

Are you a nonprofit trying to figure out how to tell more people about your organization? Do you need more potential donors and volunteers to join with you in your cause? This short exercise could be a great help in providing some structure to searching for more people to link to your organization. I learned this process for the Lilly School of Fundraising and now I want to share it with you. 

If you have any questions after the episode please email me at liz@gfmky.com


Apr 22, 202119:43
What's Top Of Mind For CEO's with Mike Finely

What's Top Of Mind For CEO's with Mike Finely

This episode we are reviewing PWC's 24th Annual Global CEO Survey Findings, specifically for the US. Mike Finley is our guest and tour guide of the survey. He will help us decode the meaning behind the findings and how it impacts the nonprofit industry. We'll talk about things to look for if a corporate donor is about to be acquired and how to get a head of those trends. 

Listen to the end to learn about how AI is learning about human bias, diversity, equity and inclusion. 

Resources and links talked about in this episode:

PWC's CEO Survey

Code.org and Python the code language


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We're brought to you by, Griffin Fundraising and Marketing. 

Apr 08, 202142:51
Build Up Better: A Focus on Rural Communities

Build Up Better: A Focus on Rural Communities

This episode's guest is Paul D. Daugherty, President & CEO of Philanthropy West Virginia. He has spent a decade dedicating his life to this organization and to supporting the growth of philanthropy, giving and nonprofits (or what he calls social profits). It's a fascinating and quick look at: 

  • How to partner better.
  • The story telling around recovery
  • The role of non-profit's 
  • Being honest with challenges in your community. 

Resources referenced in this episode:

Trust Based Philanthropy

United Philanthropy Forum

Small Shop Fundraising is brought to you by Griffin Fundraising and Marketing, a full service fundraising and marketing firm to support nonprofits in reaching their goals and mission. 

Mar 25, 202137:22
Best Practices For Virtual Events

Best Practices For Virtual Events

"Digital events are not the same as an in person event." 

On this episode Liz Hack, host, talks with April Ferguson about tips and best practices of virtual events. April most recently managed logistics for a virtual event while working for Cisco Systems, Inc. Her event had a 30,000 registrants and a planning timeline of 3 months. She reviews her experience and how Cisco Systems produced this 2-day conference event for the first time. Including:

  • Online platform tips
  • Engagement tips
  • Asking for help!

Resources talked about in this episode: Meeting Planners International, PCMA, Event Leadership Institute  

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Mar 04, 202139:00
Volunteer Leadership Lessons with Nick Kremer

Volunteer Leadership Lessons with Nick Kremer

On this episode of Small Shop Fundraising, we talk with Nick Kremer, Central Region Board of Directors' Chair of Junior Achievement of the Heartland in Iowa. He shares his volunteer journey and how "volunteering is engrained in our DNA in Iowa". We hear about how that organization that serves school aged children pivoted to continue to provide programs but in a virtual way. We also learn about that lessons and advice Nick would give to other board of directors volunteers. 

Small Shop Fundraising is a podcast dedicated to small to medium sized nonprofits and the topics and issues facing them today. It's brought to you by, Griffin Fundraising and Marketing.  

Nick's Email here

Liz's Email here. 

Feb 18, 202134:47
Health of the Sector Recap with KNN

Health of the Sector Recap with KNN

We spoke with Laura Whitaker, Associate Director with Kentucky Nonprofit Network, about their 4th survey in 2020 and the responses on how Kentucky and Southern Indiana are fairing. It fleshes out a snap shot of where nonprofits in that area are doing health wise with regard to:

  • Overall & Specific Revenue Streams
  • Staff Burnout
  • Nonprofits Closing 
  • Increased Need & Expenses 
  • Areas of Increased Need from Clients
  • Permanent Impact of Pandemic
  • What's Next For KY Nonprofits

Follow this link to find the slides we talk through during the interview. 

Here's the summary report from Kentucky Nonprofit Network.
Do you have questions for Kentucky Nonprofit Network? Send them here.

Feb 04, 202140:56
Giving To and By Women

Giving To and By Women

Jacqueline Ackerman, Associate Director of the Women's Philanthropy Institute with the IU Lilly Family School of Philanthropy is back to talk in more detail about women and giving. Specifically we peak behind the curtain of high net worth women philanthropists to learn more about what might interest them as donors. 

We use this infographic as our guide for the interview.

You will also hear about:

  • Women Moving Millions
  • Women donors might "test the waters" with your organization. 
  • You "don't grown a donor in a week"
  • "Cultivating generosity" 

Here's the full report. 

Small Shop Fundraising is brought to you by Griffin Fundraising and Marketing. A full service fundraising and marketing consulting firm for nonprofits, nationally. This podcast is dedicated to small to medium sized nonprofits and the topics and issues facing them today. 

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Jan 21, 202139:05
Leading Into 2021 with Bert Griffin

Leading Into 2021 with Bert Griffin

Welcome to the 2nd season of Small Shop Fundraising. Thank you for listening!

We start season 2 with a conversation about leading into 2021. Bert Griffin, Chief Development Officer for the Louisville Orchestra, kicks off the season with a conversation about:

  • The journey to his current position
  • Snap shot of The Louisville Orchestra in 2020
  • Finding their "pivot"
  • Lesson learned in 2020
  • What's 2021 going to look like?

Note: This podcast was recorded prior to January 6th 2021.

Small Shop Fundraising is dedicated to small to medium sized nonprofits and the topics and issues facing them today. This podcast is brought to you by Griffin Fundraising and Marketing- a boutique fundraising and marketing firm supporting small to medium sized nonprofits in their fundraising and marketing goals. 

Jan 07, 202136:45
Season Finale: Thank You!

Season Finale: Thank You!

The host of Small Shop Fundraising, Liz Hack, does a solo episode about who you should thank NOW. We talk through a blog post on GF&M's website. On the website I added a video about LovePop and their services. 

Thank you so much for listening to Small Shop Fundraising! We will see you for the 2nd Season next year! 

Small Shop Fundraising is a podcast dedicated to the small to medium sized nonprofits and the topics and issues facing them today. Liz Hack is the host of Small Shop Fundraising and Managing Consultant for Griffin Fundraising and Marketing. 

To reach Liz, email her

Dec 24, 202009:39
How to Engage Female Donors Right Now!

How to Engage Female Donors Right Now!

Today's episode is all about engaging female donors and how they can impact your end of the year goals for 2020. Small Shop's guest today is Jacqueline Ackerman, Associate Director of the Women's Philanthropy Institute at Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy

This episode we scratch the surface on:

  • Why female donors are so important to giving and how they can lead change within strategic philanthropy. 
  • How women give differently and what their interests are within nonprofits, generally.
  • Tips and Best Practices to engaging female donors and,
  • Brand NEW research out from WPI

Email the guest.

Email the host.

Small Shop Fundraising is a podcast dedicated to small to medium sized nonprofits and topics and issues facing them today. This podcast is brought to you by Griffin Fundraising and Marketing. GF&M is a consulting firm specializing in small to medium sized nonprofit giving and marketing needs. Call today for a free consultation.  

Resource Links
https://philanthropy.iupui.edu/index.html

https://philanthropy.iupui.edu/institutes/womens-philanthropy-institute/research/wgi20.html

New Forms of Giving in a Digital Age

Research That Grows Women's Philanthropy 

Dec 10, 202039:42
2020 Year End Fundraising
Nov 12, 202026:46
Building and Developing Your Audience with Scott Hack

Building and Developing Your Audience with Scott Hack

I had a little car trouble last week that forced me to change up the guest for this week's episode. Luckily, Scott Hack stepped in to save the day. Scott and I talk about developing trust and building relationships with your audience. 

We look at 

  • The "heartbeat" of sales a.k.a. a client/donor database
  • The similarities and differences in sales, fundraising and clients vs. donors
  • Facebook and using it to grow your database
  • What Scott means by "What's in it for me?"
  • Stewardship and Cultivation Ideas
  • I also ask Scott my four One Common Questions

Small Shop Fundraising is a podcast dedicated to small to medium sized nonprofits and the topics and issues facing them today. Small Shop Fundraising is brought to by Griffin Fundraising and Marketing. A consulting firm servicing nonprofits on their fundraising and marketing needs since 1992. 

Oct 29, 202035:16
Living With Purpose. Guest Jon'a Joiner

Living With Purpose. Guest Jon'a Joiner

Do you know what brings you joy? On this episode we are talking about the journey to become a better version of ourselves. Jon'a Joiner, creator of Drink First, Then Pour and speaker, talks about:

  • Her wellness journey and what she learned from it.
  • Trends she's noticed during the pandemic related to wellness
  • Tips to find fulfillment in your life. 
  • Her D.R.I.N.K. Principal 
  • Resources

Small Shop Fundraising is a podcast dedicated to small to medium sized nonprofits and the topics and issues facing them today. Small Shop Fundraising's host, Liz Hack, is the Managing Partner with Griffin Fundraising and Marketing consulting boutique in Louisville, KY. 

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Oct 15, 202031:26
Workforce Trends: It's impact on Nonprofits

Workforce Trends: It's impact on Nonprofits

Flexibility is THE most important amenity when it comes to attraction and retention of employment candidates. Susan Woods, Director of Recruitment of the Talis Group is on this episode talking about flexibility and the below:

  • The workforce landscape is not so bad for all industries.
  •  An unexpected trend due to Covid-19
  • Virtual employees can be an amenity
  • Tips for employers looking for applicants
  • Plus, one common questions. 

Small Shop Fundraising is a podcast dedicated to small to medium sized nonprofits and the topics and issues facing them today. Small Shop Fundraising is brought to you by Griffin Fundraising and Marketing, a boutique fundraising and marketing consulting firm based in Louisville KY that serves nonprofits. Talis Group provides high quality staffing and recruiting services as well as select outplacement services.

If you have questions or comments about Small Shop Fundraising reach out to Liz Hack, host, on social media or email

Oct 01, 202029:29
Louisville Hospitality: How Nonprofits Make it Unique

Louisville Hospitality: How Nonprofits Make it Unique

We talk with Zack Davis, VP of Destination Services at Louisville Tourism, the convention and visitors bureau for Louisville Kentucky. He spoke on how nonprofits truly make the destination of Louisville unique and special. 

We also talked about:

Small Shop Fundraising is a podcast dedicated to small to medium sized nonprofits and the topics and issues facing them today. Small Shop is brought to you by Griffin Fundraising and Marketing

Sep 17, 202035:47
Spiral Dynamics: It's Use In A Changing Environment
Sep 03, 202037:01
Virtual Volunteers and How to Implement Them
Aug 21, 202030:46
Sustainability Strategies with Susan Griffin
Aug 07, 202027:54
Nonprofit Resource: Chambers of Commerce

Nonprofit Resource: Chambers of Commerce

This podcast is dedicated to small to medium sized nonprofits and the topics and issues facing them today. 

In this episode, James Reddish, Executive VP at the Little Rock Regional Chamber of Commerce, and I talk about how nonprofits and chambers of commerce are similar and ways they can support each other. While the two sectors may not use the same terminology, they do share a purpose, and that is to have a mission to improve the communities they serve. 

Topics we touch on in this episode:

  • James' leadership story
  • Adapting during a crisis
  • Structures of a Chambers
  • Shared Work Program
  • Events and engagement
  • Digital First 2020 Plan

Shout our to Leadership Louisville for bringing these two leaders together. 

Contact James Reddish via his LinkedIN profile.

Contact the host, Liz Hack here.  

Jul 30, 202037:03
Forecasting Kentucky's Nonprofit Sector
Jul 24, 202035:59
Flipping the Switch: Home of The Innocents' Virtual Success Part Two

Flipping the Switch: Home of The Innocents' Virtual Success Part Two

Small Shop Fundraising is a podcast dedicated to the topics and issues facing small to medium sized nonprofits today. Liz Hack is host and Managing Partner of the boutique consulting firm, Griffin Fundraising and Marketing, in Louisville Ky.

Today she talks with Lena Iwu and Taylor Huber from the Home of The Innocents. They were given the task to "flip the switch" on their 1,100 person face to face event and make it a virtual one. The best part? They were very successful.

Part Two Focus:

  • Sponsorship- retention, attraction, recognition and stewardship
  • Successes and Setbacks
  • One Common Questions- these answers will inspire you! 
Jul 16, 202037:03
Flipping the Switch: Home of The Innocents' Virtual Success Part One

Flipping the Switch: Home of The Innocents' Virtual Success Part One

Small Shop Fundraising is a podcast dedicated to the topics and issues facing small to medium sized nonprofits today. Liz Hack is host and Managing Partner of the boutique consulting firm, Griffin Fundraising and Marketing, in Louisville Ky. 

Today she talks with Lena Iwu and Taylor Huber from the Home of The Innocents. They were given the task to "flip the switch" on their 1,100 person face to face event and make it a virtual one. The best part? They were very successful. 

Part One Focuses On:

  • What their face to face event looked like in 2019
  • How they made their decision to switch to a virtual event
  • Engaging volunteers and donors
  • Peer to Peer Fundraising
  • Moving forward during furloughs 
Jul 09, 202024:55
Create Marketing Content AND Reclaim Your Time
Jul 03, 202030:12
How Stewardship Raises Money For Nonprofits
Jun 25, 202035:33
A Nonprofit's Diversity Journey with Ashley Duncan
Jun 18, 202028:32
Interview with Mary Foley: Moving Through Crisis

Interview with Mary Foley: Moving Through Crisis

Small Shop Fundraising is a podcast dedicated to talking about the topics and issues facing small to medium sized nonprofits in our nation today. Liz Hack is the host of the podcast and a full time non-profit consultant in Louisville Ky. 

I talk with Mary Foley, Executive Director of the Merryman House Domestic Crisis Center in Paducah Kentucky. Mary's nonprofit supports the survivors of domestic violence through building, changing and saving lives. We talked about crisis, something Mary faces daily in her role, and how we all can move through a world wide crisis for the very first time, the covid-19 pandemic.

Specifically, Mary and I talk about:

  • What crisis can look like
  • Crisis can not be a constant state.
  • Hope & Resiliency are the #1 tools for facing a crisis
  • Being Ill-equipped to respond to a pandemic.
  • Pandemic Response Plan is just the first step

Social Media Contact for Mary Foley- guest

Social Media Contact for Liz Hack- host

Griffin Fundraising and Marketing is the nonprofit consulting firm Liz Hack, host, consults under.  For more information please reach out to Liz Hack.

Jun 04, 202033:55
Marketing Like A For-Profit with Neil Mathweg

Marketing Like A For-Profit with Neil Mathweg

Today we step outside of the nonprofit industry and look to the small to medium sized for-profit community for guidance and advice on marketing and engagement. 

Neil Mathweg a wonderful national speaker and residential real estate coach talks about:

  • Eco-systems- for building lists and creating culture
  • What do we do if we can't bring people together? 
  • His "go to" social media platform when creating community
  • Cheese and Whiskers Concept
  • Using content in different ways to market and create engagement. 
  • One Piece of Advice: Play to the interests of people
  • Favorite Resource: We Video

Have a question for the host? Find Liz Hack here. 

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May 28, 202025:00
A Phased Non-Profit Re-Opening with Michelle Ray
May 21, 202026:59
Pivot to a Virtual Gala with Gretchen James Part 2
May 14, 202028:44
Pivot to a Virtual Gala with Gretchen James Part 1
May 07, 202021:07
Intro to Small Shop Fundraising

Intro to Small Shop Fundraising

This is the trailer of what to expect from Small Shop Fundraising. I will be focusing on the needs and interests of small the medium sized nonprofits and talking with guests in the nonprofit field who impact the fundraising and marketing programs. I want this podcast to be a resource and the start of a community to support one another in the nonprofit field.  

May 05, 202002:09