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First Day Podcast

The Fund Raising School
Fundraising
Philanthropy
Charitable Giving
Artificial Intelligence
Nonprofit Organizations
Nonprofit Sector
Donor-Advised Funds
Donor Engagement
Donor Stewardship
Planned Giving
Donor Advised Funds
Giving USA
The Fund Raising School
Millennials
Indiana University Lilly Family School Of Philanthropy
Fundraising Strategies
Nonprofits
Digital Fundraising
Universal Charitable Deduction
Donor Relations

The Fund Raising School is excited to launch the First Day Podcast from The Fund Raising School! Highlighting current news and research, this podcast provides fundraisers with the latest information in fundraising and philanthropy. Be more informed and stay up to date with the First Day Podcast from The Fund Raising School!

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In this episode of The First Day from The Fund Raising School, Bill Stanczykiewicz, Ed.D., is joined by Adrian Sargeant, Ph.D., co-director of the Institute for Sustainable Philanthropy and a pioneering researcher in donor relationships, stewardship,... more

In this episode of The First Day from The Fund Raising School, Bill Stanczykiewicz, Ed.D., is joined by Vicki Pugh, CFRE, CAP, CEO of Advancement Experts and longtime faculty member with The Fund Raising School, to explore how fundraisers can begin u... more

In this episode of The First Day from The Fund Raising School, Bill Stanczykiewicz, Ed.D., is joined by Amanda Sattler, PhilD, consultant and researcher with Amanda Sattler Consulting, to examine fundraiser burnout and why solving it requires more th... more

In this episode of The First Day from The Fund Raising School, Bill Stanczykiewicz, Ed.D., is joined by Ted Grossnickle, CFRE, Senior Consultant and Chairman at JGA Counsel, to explore one of the nonprofit sector’s perennial challenges; meaningful bo... more

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Recent Guests

Vicki Pugh
CEO of Advancement Experts; fundraiser and educator on The Fund Raising School faculty
Advancement Experts
Episode: AI in Fundraising: Opportunities, Risks, and Reality
Amanda Sattler
Consultant and Researcher focused on fundraising burnout
Amanda Sattler Consulting
Episode: From Burnout to Balance: A Fundraiser's Guide
Ted Grossnickle
Founder and former CEO, now Senior Consultant and Chairman of Johnson Grossnickle & Associates
Johnson Grossnickle & Associates
Episode: The Hidden Influence of Nonprofit Boards on Donors
Jeremy Wells
Senior Vice President of Philanthropic Services
St. Paul and Minnesota Foundation
Episode: The Untapped Opportunity of Non-Cash Giving
Morgan Jessup
Director of the Walk to End Alzheimer's
Alzheimer's Association, Indianapolis Chapter
Episode: Cognitive Decline and Aging Donors: A Guide for Fundraisers
Julianne Read
Founder of E and E Fundraising & Events
E and E Fundraising & Events
Episode: How Special Events Attract, Engage, and Upgrade Donors
Christina Danakin
Lead Researcher at the Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy
Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy
Episode: Giving USA 2026: The Headlines Every Fundraiser Should Know
Karen Houghton
CEO of Infinite Giving
Infinite Giving
Episode: Endowments 101: What Every Nonprofit Needs to Know
Soren Kaplan
Nationally regarded educator and consultant on organizational effectiveness
Episode: Nonprofit Collaboration for Impact and Fundraising

Host

Bill Stanczykiewicz
Host of The First Day Podcast; senior figure at The Fund Raising School, Indiana University.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 60 ratings
  • Very helpful!

    Great philanthropy podcast- I always learn something new that can be put into practice immediately!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Loral Kenewell
    United States3 years ago
  • Great info

    This is a great podcast covers fundraising and all the data and techniques that go into it. Keeps me on the cutting edge and focused on the stuff that actually works and allows me to use data to guide my organization. Subscribe if you are in nonprofit development!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dave DooM
    United States7 years ago
  • Free access to the best philanthropy research

    Indiana University is unparalleled in their commitment to practical knowledge based in rigorous academic research of philanthropy.

    This podcast offers insights for those just starting in philanthropy and those who have dedicated their life to it.

    Thank you, Indiana University!

    Z. Allen Abbott, PhD

    Philanthropy Specialist

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Z. Allen Abbott
    United States8 years ago
  • Fundraisers‘ Channel

    Leading research findings and practical tips for The Fund Raising School. And it is Free!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    您们
    United States9 years ago

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Actionable fundraising insights come through clearly.
Research-based content from a top university adds credibility.
Free access to practical philanthropy knowledge is highly valuable.
Guests bring diverse expertise across nonprofit leadership and fundraising.

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From Burnout to Balance: A Fundraiser's Guide
Q: What are the three levels of solution you identify, starting with the individual?
She emphasizes self-leadership as important but insufficient; individuals must advocate for resources and work with organizational stakeholders to strengthen the funding system.
From Burnout to Balance: A Fundraiser's Guide
Q: Amanda, what led you on this journey and how prevalent is this problem in our sector?
Her answer traces over 20 years in fundraising, two burnout episodes during economic and staffing shocks, and a drive to use academic research to illuminate systemic causes and practical interventions.
The Hidden Influence of Nonprofit Boards on Donors
Q: What guidance do you have for boards to move from passive attendance to active fundraising support?
Encourage board members to identify concrete ways they can help with fundraising, provide training and orientation, and ensure role clarity so they can contribute as advisers, storytellers, and connectors who actively engage potential donors.
The Hidden Influence of Nonprofit Boards on Donors
Q: How should organizations approach recruitment to avoid merely filling seats and instead build a board with true passion for the cause?
prioritize passion for the cause, assess for compelling alignment with the nonprofit's mission, and use a structured nominations process that evaluates evidence of commitment and willingness to advocate and contribute beyond a title or big name.
The Hidden Influence of Nonprofit Boards on Donors
Q: What is the fundamental shift you see in how boards interact with donors and fundraising today?
Boards are moving from passive participation to active, informed engagement where their stories, expertise, and openness about challenges are used to inspire trust and drive fundraising, with a focus on allegiance to the mission rather than simply filling seats.

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This series focuses on practical fundraising strategy, philanthropy research, and nonprofit leadership. Episodes routinely cover major gifts timing, non-cash giving, donor psychology, event-driven fundraising, endowments, collaboration among nonprofits, and the latest Giving USA findings, all with input from seasoned practitioners, researchers, and nonprofit leaders. The show's strengths include a strong emphasis on data-driven insights, real-world examples, and actionable takeaways for fundraisers, program staff, and board members. It often features academic researchers and field experts who translate complex research into accessible guidance for practitioners.

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Recent guests on First Day Podcast include:

1. Vicki Pugh
2. Amanda Sattler
3. Ted Grossnickle
4. Jeremy Wells
5. Morgan Jessup
6. Julianne Read
7. Christina Danakin
8. Karen Houghton

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