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The Cause+Effect Podcast

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Tired of doing things the same way every year? The Cause+Effect Podcast, brought to you by the Dunham Podcast Network, is a fresh voice that breaks down the latest fundraising trends, leadership lessons and the ups and downs of the nonprofit industry. Our host Trent Dunham talks to a variety of guests with effective strategies and stories that inspire us. The goal? Increased effectiveness for more... more

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A strong brand is about much more than a logo, color palette, or tagline. It begins with clarity about who your organization is, what makes it distinct, and the consistent promise it makes to the people it serves.

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Text messaging gives nonprofits and ministries a personal way to connect with the people who support their work. But building a meaningful relationship starts with what you give, long before you ask.

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Capital campaigns can create incredible opportunities for growth and impact, but even a compelling vision can fall short without the right preparation.

In this episode of the Cause+Effect Podcast, Trent Dunham is joined by Erik Rogers, Chief Strateg... more

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Great culture isn’t built through one big initiative. It’s shaped in the small, everyday moments that show people they are seen, valued, and cared for.

 

In this episode of the Cause+Effect Podcast, Trent Dunham is joined by Brian Mountjoy, Chief Cul... more

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Recent Guests

Dan Sumpter
Chief Product Officer at Dunham and Company
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Episode: Is Your Brand as Effective as It Could Be? | Dan Sumpter
Aaron Dolton
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Episode: Building Stronger Donor Relationships Through Text | Aaron Dolton
Erik Rogers
Head of advancement at Dunham and Company
Dunham and Company
Episode: 5 Mistakes That Can Derail Your Capital Campaign | Erik Rogers
James Poulter
Head of Innovation at Dunham and Company
Dunham and Company
Episode: Your Team is Using AI: Do You Have a Plan? | James “JP” Poulter
Rick Dunham
Founder, Chairman of Dunham and Company
Dunham and Company
Episode: Giving USA 2026: What You Need to know | Rick Dunham & Joshua Crowther
Brian Mountjoy
Chief Culture Officer at Dunham and Company
Dunham and Company
Episode: Creating a Culture That Actually Cares | Brian Mountjoy
Eric Gomez
COO at Dunham and Company
Dunham and Company
Episode: Trent’s Top 10 For 2026 (Pt. 1) | Eric Gomez
Josh Crowther
Vice President at Dunham and Company
Dunham and Company
Episode: The Myth of Summer Giving | Joshua Crowther
David Kinnaman
President of Barna Group
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Episode: Manifesto of the Future Church | David Kinnaman

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Trent Dunham
Host of The Cause+Effect Podcast

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 49 ratings
  • Ministry Minded Partnership

    The execution by D+C of opportunties afforded to minstry leaders is second to none. Great job with the podcast that gives knowledge, wisdom and discernment.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SSSeal
    United States6 years ago
  • Next Generation Ministry!

    These guys know what the next generation of ministry will look like! Always great to work with them!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TheDog1301
    United States7 years ago
  • Digital Account Executive

    LOVE listening to this podcast and getting fresh insight on the latest trends! I would highly recommend Dunham+Company to any ministry or non-profit looking to expand their impact and reach.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    rachelnicoletyler
    United States7 years ago
  • Love it!

    So good, I can’t wait to hear more!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nilssmith
    United States7 years ago
  • Pray.com Loves The Dunham’s

    The Dunham Family has completely transformed the team at Pray.com, our approach to media ministry, and the way we embrace building a kingdom business. It’s rare to find such innovative folks that bridge the gap between Church, Technology, & Media. Trent and team have been an absolute blessing to our company, our family, and me as a leader. I am grateful that God has given such a special friend, partner, and leader to do life with. So excited for what is to come out of this podcast.

    -Steve

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    REPLife
    United States7 years ago

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Feedback highlights the host's ability to surface data-informed storytelling that resonates with mission-driven teams.
Overall, guests bring deep nonprofit and ministry expertise with practical, battle-tested fundraising and leadership tactics.
The mix of culture, leadership, and tech topics signals a broad, impact-driven community seeking sustainable growth.
Listeners appreciate actionable takeaways that can be implemented in real-world campaigns and programs.

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Building Stronger Donor Relationships Through Text | Aaron Dolton
Q: Can you share a concrete example of successful text engagement?
A ministry created 30-day devotional drips that engaged donors daily; they grew their audience by 13,000 shares and new subscribers without paying for reach, leading to meaningful downstream support.
Building Stronger Donor Relationships Through Text | Aaron Dolton
Q: What makes text messaging a viable channel for nonprofit fundraising, and how does it differ from other channels?
Texting is the most personal channel; it lives in a space that people check regularly and personally, so it should be used to build relationships first with valuable content and only then for asks, all while maintaining compliance.
How Little Things Shape Your Culture | Brian Mountjoy
Q: What could organizations do better to make the people they interact with feel more loved?
Be fully present in conversations and show genuine care, not just perform one-on-one interactions, and cultivate authenticity and vulnerability as a leadership habit.
Measuring What Matters: Driving Impact Through Effective KPIs
Q: Can you give an example of how you helped bring clarity and simplicity to measurement in a real client situation?
In a case where many metrics existed, the team consolidated to a handful of key measures, eliminating extraneous data and focusing on those inputs that truly determine outputs, which improved reporting clarity and decision-making.
Measuring What Matters: Driving Impact Through Effective KPIs
Q: Josh, what do you think about KPIs and you're talking to a new organization we're starting to work with, what are some of the things that you're helping them identify as?
We start with the organization's vision and work backwards to define the next 12, 24, or even 90 days, identifying the few, critical indicators that will signal progress toward that vision.

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1. Dan Sumpter
2. Aaron Dolton
3. Erik Rogers
4. James Poulter
5. Rick Dunham
6. Brian Mountjoy
7. Eric Gomez
8. Josh Crowther

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