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Nonprofit CourageLab

Julie Ordoñez
Fundraising
Major Gifts
Nonprofit Leadership
Major Gifts Fundraising
Donor Engagement
Couragelab
Nonprofit Fundraising
Fundraising Strategies
Strategic Planning
Nonprofit Sector
Donor Relationships
Emotional Intelligence
Philanthropy
Courage
Nonprofit Management
Relationship Building
Fundraising Strategy
Accountability
Personal Growth
Boys and Girls Club Of Bend, Oregon

Julie Ordoñez is a major gifts coach, fundraiser, and founder of CourageLab, a 6-month major gifts training program for nonprofit founders, EDs, and fundraisers to raise 6-figures in 6 months in just 1-2 hours a week without grants or a gala. Nonprofit CourageLab shares soul-shaking insights on how to become a more courageous leader and raise more money for your nonprofit. No one changed the world... more

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Most nonprofits are sitting on more donor potential than they realize.

In this second part of my live CourageLab coaching session, I walk through some of the fundraising principles that separate organizations stuck at one level from those that break... more

Stop trying to earn donor trust with polished updates.

In this episode, I’m giving you a behind-the-scenes look at a training I recently led inside Courage Lab. These are the kinds of conversations we have with nonprofit leaders who are serious abou... more

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This episode might ruffle some feathers. Good. Because we need to talk honestly about the real cost of galas, especially for small nonprofit teams that are already stretched thin.

After hearing yet another executive director say, “the gala nearly ki... more

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Stop doing fundraising that nearly kills you. Seriously.

In this episode, I’m walking through the profitable fundraising swaps I would make every single time after helping clients raise more than $70 million. These are the simpler, more sustainable,... more

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Recent Guests

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Episode: How This Development Director Raised $250,000 in 6 months in 2 hours a Week Without Chasing Grants
Catherine Powers
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Episode: How This New Solo ED Raised $225,000 in 12 Months
Regina Nixon
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Episode: How This ED Found $235,000 in Her Donor File Without Grants or a Gala
Cara Augspurger
Executive Director of the Grace Care Center Foundation
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Episode: How This Solo ED Raised $273,000 in One Night with Zero Cost (and Stopped Overthinking Major Gifts)
Heather Beam
Founder of the Practical Education Network focused on STEM education.
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Episode: I Helped This ED Find $200k In Her Donor Base

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Julie Ordoñez
Host and major gifts fundraising coach; founder of CourageLab.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 85 ratings
  • Great Podcast

    Helpful, Insightful and Engaging podcast that helps helps grow my non profit work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MollyMo1005
    United States2 months ago
  • A Must for Major Gift Fundraisers

    As a Major Gifts Fundraiser, I cannot overemphasize enough what a gift this podcast has been to me. I can’t recommend it highly enough!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MissieRParker
    United States7 months ago
  • Worthwhile Content!

    Julie provides consistently transformational content! She offers useful insights on fundraising strategy and mindset. Her resources, stories, and strategies support growth for development professionals and executive directors at all levels! Highly recommend engaging with all of her content!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Worthwhile content!
    United States9 months ago
  • Major Gifts Wisdom + Real Pep Talks

    Julie is the go-to major gifts expert. Each episode feels like a personal pep talk from someone who’s been in the trenches and knows exactly what you need to hear.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TheZaud
    United States9 months ago
  • My Favorite Podcast!!

    As a major gifts fundraiser I hang on Julie’s EVERY WORD!! She is so smart and knowledgeable. I have applied what she has taught me and I have seen major success!! I always listen to her on the way to donor meetings as a pep talk! I suggest this podcast to anyone in fundraising!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kelseybrown630
    United Statesa year ago

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Audiences describe the host as energetic, authentic, and coach-like with a strong focus on courage.
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Close Major Gifts With Courage (Interview from We Are For Good Podcast)
Q: What do you actually say when having these conversations?
Ask for a specific amount to expedite the conversation and avoid ambiguity for the donor.
Close Major Gifts With Courage (Interview from We Are For Good Podcast)
Q: How do we need to hype ourselves up from a mental capacity to walk in to having these conversations?
Prepare to face discomfort; it's normal to feel afraid but you must take brave action for your cause.
How This Solo ED Raised $273,000 in One Night with Zero Cost (and Stopped Overthinking Major Gifts)
Q: What would you say to somebody who is thinking about investing in something like this?
There's real value in working with someone who can provide accountability and support in fundraising strategies.
How This Solo ED Raised $273,000 in One Night with Zero Cost (and Stopped Overthinking Major Gifts)
Q: How do you feel about all that now?
I'm way ahead of where I was when I started working with you, but I'm still a work in progress. I feel more confident now.
How This Solo ED Raised $273,000 in One Night with Zero Cost (and Stopped Overthinking Major Gifts)
Q: What would you say is your biggest takeaway since we started working together?
I was able to articulate what I do clearly and build confidence in donor and board relationships.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Nonprofit CourageLab

What is Nonprofit CourageLab about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A high-energy show centered on major gifts fundraising, courage, and practical donor engagement for nonprofit leaders. Episodes consistently emphasize direct asks, board involvement, powerful donor messaging, and building relationships over broad outreach. The host champions a practical, mindset-driven approach (CourageLab) to raise significant funds without grants or galas, often sharing actionable steps, real-world anecdotes, and strategies to convert conversations into six-figure gifts. The show often scrutinizes traditional tactics like galas, urging a smarter focus on donor relationships and high-leverage conversations, while keeping motivation and authenticity at the forefront. Listeners are likely fundraising professionals seeking co... more

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