Fundraising Beyond Borders Podcast

In this episode of the Fundraising Beyond Borders podcast, Sabine Panneau, Fractional Fundraiser on our team, draws on her years in digital marketing and fundraising to talk about what actually builds trust and visibility for international nonprofits online. We get into how to make your LinkedIn profile, and your organization's, work harder for you, how to engage funders and donors through digital channels, and why storytelling is still the most reliable way to make your impact visible.Contact Sabine here: www.fundraisingbeyondborders.com

In this episode of the Fundraising Beyond Borders podcast, Morgan sits down with Lindsay Ngidiwe, FBB's new Senior Director of Fundraising and Leadership Development, to talk about what it takes to lead and fundraise across cultures. Lindsay shares her "lenses and frames" idea, how the lens you're operating from shapes what you see and how you take in information, and why it's so easy for leaders to slip into believing there's one right way to do things. We get into what that means for governance, leadership transitions, and donor relationships in international nonprofit work, and Lindsay offers a few concrete ways to name your own perspective and make room for others.Contact Lindsay here: www.fundraisingbeyondborders.com

You've attended many webinars. Read every fundraising book on your shelf. Every "best practices" guide the sector has to offer. And none of it quite fits, because it wasn't built for an organization raising money in the US for programs in Ghana, Tanzania, or Cape Town.In this episode, I sit down with Sjeel Haarhuis, our Operations Manager, to introduce the International Fundraising Scorecard, a free tool built specifically for that gap. We break down why fundraising for global programs is its own discipline, and walk through the four pillars every international nonprofit needs to build on:Trust — why donors who'll never see your programs in person need deliberate, visible signals of credibilityConnection — how to turn a first-time donor into a lifelong mission partner across thousands of milesDigital Presence — why your website and email list are often the only front door a donor will ever walk throughCross-Cultural Communication — how to tell your story with dignity and authenticity, without slipping into savior narrativesWhether you're behind on your fundraising goal with a board meeting coming up, or you just want a clear-eyed picture of where your foundations stand, this episode is the starting point.Take the free scorecard: 10 minutes, 20 questions, and a specific picture of where your gaps are.

In this episode, I sit down with Jacquelyn Didio, a fractional fundraiser on the FBB team, to talk about what over a decade in healthcare and international nonprofit fundraising has taught her about doing this work well. Jackie makes the case that the fundamentals haven't changed even as the sector has: relationships still come first, storytelling still moves people, and the right partnerships still make the difference between a campaign that limps along and one that actually delivers.They get into how Jackie applies lessons from healthcare fundraising to the specific complexity of international programs, why strategic partnerships matter more than most organizations realize, and what it actually looks like to keep donors engaged for the long haul instead of just closing the next gift.If you've ever felt like your donor relationships are more transactional than you'd like, this episode is for you.Contact Jacquelyn here: www.fundraisingbeyondborders.comLearn more about The Madelyn James Pediatric Cancer Foundation here: https://madelynjames.org

Telling your organization's story across cultures is harder than it looks. Get it wrong and you risk donors who feel used instead of connected. Get it right and you build the kind of trust that turns first-time gifts into lifelong partnerships.In this episode, Morgan sits down with Julie Knopp, Director of Communications at San Lucas Mission, and Shelby Schmidt, Fractional Fundraiser here at FBB, to dig into what ethical, cross-cultural storytelling actually looks like in practice. Not the theory. The real, on-the-ground version.They talk about the line between compelling impact stories and poverty tropes, how to bridge the gap between local leadership and a US donor base, and what it takes to build international relationships that hold up over time. Julie brings the perspective of someone living this work day to day at San Lucas Mission. Shelby brings what she's seen coaching organizations through the same questions again and again.If your organization tells stories about communities your donors will probably never visit, this one's for you.Learn more about San Lucas Mission here: https://sanlucasmission.orgAnd contact Shelby here: www.fundraisingbeyondborders.com

Grant writing used to be a numbers game. Apply to everyone, hope something sticks. That approach doesn't work anymore, and the organizations still relying on it are the ones falling behind.In this episode, Morgan sits down with Brittany, Grant Writing and Fundraising Coach here at FBB, to talk about what's actually changed in the funding landscape and what nonprofits need to do differently to keep up. Based in South Africa and deep in grant writing work every day, Brittany makes the case for relationship-based funding over the old spray-and-pray model, and explains why strategic positioning and genuine alignment with a funder's mission matter more now than ever.They also get into the practical side: how to use LinkedIn and in-person events to build real funder relationships, where AI actually helps in grant writing and research (and where it doesn't), and what Brittany sees coming next for grant funding and collaboration in the sector.If you're just starting your grant writing journey, or you've been at this a while and want to know what's shifting, this episode has something for you.Contact Brittany here: www.fundraisingbeyondborders.com

In this episode of Fundraising Beyond Borders, we're joined by our own Shawn Buck, fundraising coach and consultant. Originally from the United States and now based in Cape Town, Shawn brings years of international fundraising experience and a passion for helping nonprofits build meaningful relationships with their supporters.Together, we explore why community is one of the most powerful (and often overlooked) fundraising strategies—especially for organizations working across borders.In this episode, we discuss:Why community should be at the heart of your fundraising strategyHow to create genuine connections with supporters, wherever they are in the worldPractical ways to build engagement using both online and offline communitiesThe role of trust, belonging, and shared purpose in long-term donor relationshipsSimple actions your nonprofit can start taking todayWhether you're trying to grow a loyal donor base, strengthen supporter relationships, or create a movement around your mission, this conversation is full of practical ideas you can put into action.Get in touch with Shawn via: www.fundraisingbeyondborders.com

In this episode, we sit down with Janine Ayoub, co-founder of YAMM Services, to explore ethical storytelling, international fundraising, and how nonprofits can strengthen impact through collaboration and innovation.With 15+ years across evaluation, programme leadership and fundraising, Janine shares how organisations can align fieldwork, budgets and storytelling to honour community dignity while creating stronger donor relationships. We also dive into her latest venture, Anqido, and the future of connected nonprofit operations.Are you funding ready? Find out now: https://funding-readiness.comContact Janine: [email protected]

In this episode, Tess, a seasoned planned giving fundraiser with over 10 years of experience, shares insights on how nonprofits can tap into the potential of asset-based and estate giving. She discusses practical strategies for starting planned giving programs, engaging donors, and building relationships to unlock transformational funding.Contact:Tess' free Planned Giving website guide with examples and copy you can cut-and-paste: https://fullpotentialfundraising.com/freeguide Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tess-conrad-cfre/Weekly Planned Giving articles and tips: https://www.fullpotentialfundraising.com/newsletter

Your people are one of the most valuable investments your nonprofit can make.In this episode, Heather Burright shares practical insights on how nonprofits can develop stronger teams, build a culture of learning, and invest in talent development without losing sight of their mission.From integrating professional growth into organizational strategy to measuring the impact of training and overcoming common barriers, Heather explores what it really takes to help nonprofit staff thrive.Whether you're leading a small team or managing a growing organization, this conversation is packed with actionable ideas to help you strengthen your people, increase capacity, and create long-term impact.Tune in to discover why investing in your team is one of the smartest ways to invest in your mission.Contact Heather: [email protected] listen to her podcast here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/learning-for-good-l-d-solutions-and/id1621971310