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Fundraising Bright Spots

Rob Woods, Bright Spot
Fundraising
Fundraising Strategies
Corporate Partnerships
Donor Engagement
Donor Relationships
Philanthropy
Leadership
Influence
Non-Profit Sector
Friends Of the Earth
Children's Society
Linkedin
Gratitude Practices
Charity
Corporate Fundraising
Social Impact
Cost Of Living Crisis
Networking
Impact Measurement
Silo Working

A podcast for fundraisers who want ideas, examples and inspiration to help you raise more money for your charity or non-profit. Rob is an author and award-winning fundraising trainer. Each week he and his guests share examples of successful fundraising, as well as lots of practical tips to help you apply these techniques in your own job.

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Alan Clayton
Fundraising expert with many years of experience studying charity effectiveness
Episode: 189. The Die Hard One - Four listens for any season, with Ben Swart and Rob Woods
Katie Hillett
Professional fundraiser focusing on pitching and partnership strategies
Episode: 189. The Die Hard One - Four listens for any season, with Ben Swart and Rob Woods
Atul Kumar
Fundraising expert with a focus on trusts and foundations
Episode: 189. The Die Hard One - Four listens for any season, with Ben Swart and Rob Woods
Debbie Johnson
Major gift fundraiser with a successful track record in donor engagement
Wildlife Trust
Episode: 189. The Die Hard One - Four listens for any season, with Ben Swart and Rob Woods
Juliane Caillouette Noble
Chief Executive of The Sustainable Restaurant Association
The Sustainable Restaurant Association
Episode: 188. The Comeback – Adapting strategy under pressure with Juliane Caillouette Noble
Max Newton
Director of Fundraising, Marketing and Comms at Cerebra
Cerebra
Episode: 187. Outward Mindset, with Max Newton and Lindsay Tilston Jones
Lindsay Tilston Jones
Head of Community Fundraising at Shelter
Shelter
Episode: 187. Outward Mindset, with Max Newton and Lindsay Tilston Jones
Sam Squire
Co-founder of Inspire to Ignite, an organization supporting young people
Inspire to Ignite
Episode: 186. Entrepreneurial Mindset, with Sam Squire
Laura Harte
Director of The Berin Centre
The Berin Centre
Episode: 185. Fundraising for a small charity, with Laura Harte

Host

Rob Woods
Host of the Fundraising Bright Spots podcast, Rob is an author and award-winning fundraising trainer who shares insights to help fundraisers succeed in their roles.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 77 ratings
  • An essential listen for a newbie

    As a newcomer to fundraising, this has been an essential listen! So many interesting and helpful episodes. I even listen on my days off when I’m cleaning or driving. Really enjoy it, it’s really helpful, I highlight recommend it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KSteele927
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Illuminating Fundraising Strategies

    The podcast's focus on practicality sets it apart from others in the fundraising genre. Fundraising Bright Spots doesn't just showcase successful campaigns; it also provides listeners with the tools and guidance needed to implement those strategies in their own organizations. The emphasis on actionable tips ensures that the podcast serves as more than just inspiration—it empowers fundraisers to take meaningful action and achieve tangible results.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    rchllthl
    Philippines3 years ago
  • Very informative - really enjoying the pod!

    Really enjoying this podcast, thanks so much to Rob and your range of guests! I find the way you speak about the topics super easy to digest, as well as the information being really relevant to the fundraising sector and my current work in supporter experience and individual giving! I’d been looking for a podcast like this and then found you! Thanks so much again.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bexpop
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • Inspirational

    When it comes to marketing, the majority of advice out there focuses on for-profit businesses. As a fundraiser, I am always hunting for non-profit insights, and I was thrilled to find such a gem. This podcast truly is a bright spot for all fundraisers. Listening to tested strategies and results from various professionals across the sector is inspirational and uplifting. I am looking forward to the next post!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Phoebe_ MokaBindi
    United States4 years ago
  • Inspiring

    I love this podcast - always great ideas and tips presented in a easy to listen format with great guests - thank you !

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SamBu74
    United Kingdom4 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the practical advice and inspiration provided, highlighting the clarity and relevance of the content. They find it exceptionally useful for both newcomers and experienced professionals in the fundraising field.
The podcast is noted for its engaging discussions that combine personal stories with actionable strategies, making it a valuable resource for anyone involved in non-profit work.
Reviewers describe the host as motivating and effective in presenting topics that resonate well with the audience's experiences and challenges in fundraising.

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187. Outward Mindset, with Max Newton and Lindsay Tilston Jones
Q: How do we do it then?
Start with exercises like the Box Exercise, then build relationships with colleagues to foster collaboration.
186. Entrepreneurial Mindset, with Sam Squire
Q: How do you get so much done despite being an underdog?
Sam discusses the scavenger mindset and how constraints lead to creativity through collaboration and innovation.
186. Entrepreneurial Mindset, with Sam Squire
Q: Can you tell us about the charity that you created?
Sam shares his journey from being NEET to founding Inspire to Ignite, which supports young people who are not in education or employment.
185. Fundraising for a small charity, with Laura Harte
Q: What was your approach to fundraising for the cafe?
It always garners better results and actually, it makes fundraising so much easier. We started out with just a couple of surveys...
185. Fundraising for a small charity, with Laura Harte
Q: How much money did you need to raise? When did you start raising it?
We had a budget target of just over 500,000 pounds... it's taken us probably about 18 months, two years to raise the money that we needed.

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Focused on providing valuable insights and practical advice, this podcast is aimed at fundraisers seeking to enhance their skills and effectiveness in the non-profit sector. Each episode features interviews with experts and practitioners who share their success stories, innovative strategies, and actionable tips designed to inspire listeners and help them raise more money for their organizations. The discussions cover a wide range of topics related to fundraising, community engagement, relationship building, and leveraging donor motivations for meaningful impact. Unique to this series is its emphasis on real-world application and the encouragement of listener involvement in promotional strategies for their respective charities.

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Recent guests on Fundraising Bright Spots include:

1. Alan Clayton
2. Katie Hillett
3. Atul Kumar
4. Debbie Johnson
5. Juliane Caillouette Noble
6. Max Newton
7. Lindsay Tilston Jones
8. Sam Squire

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