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The Nonprofit Lab

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Nonprofit Fundraising
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Challenge the status quo. Welcome to The Nonprofit Lab, a podcast dedicated to the ongoing discovery of how we can all be a part of bigger social change through the lens of the nonprofit sector. Join us as we work to uncover and challenge the status quo in the world of nonprofits.

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What makes someone trust a nonprofit enough to give? Javan Van Gronigen, Founder at Donately, joins the show to explore the future of digital fundraising through the lenses of trust, storytelling, design, donor psychology, AI, recurring giving, campa... more

Dino Verrelli, founder and CEO of Project Purple, shares how his father’s battle with pancreatic cancer became the catalyst for building an organization dedicated to funding research, supporting patients, and helping families facing one of the most d... more

Candace Jordan, Chief Development Officer at Atlanta Habitat for Humanity, joins me for a conversation on affordable housing, donor stewardship, corporate partnerships, and trust-based fundraising.

We explore what people often misunderstand about Ha... more

Giving is growing, but the gap between nonprofits is widening.

Drawing on data from over 7,500 nonprofits in Blackbaud Institute’s 2025 Trends in Giving report, alongside insights from their Risk Readiness research, Lori Poer and Kate Averett Anders... more

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Javan Van Gronigen
Founder of Donately
Donately
Episode: E91: Design for Generosity - Trust, Storytelling, and the Future of Digital Fundraising (Javan Van Gronigen at Donately)
Dino Verrelli
Founder and CEO of Project Purple
Project Purple
Episode: E90: From Personal Loss to Nonprofit Leadership: How Dino Verrelli Built Project Purple
Lori Poer
Lead, Blackbaud Institute
Blackbaud Institute
Episode: E88: Giving Is Growing, So Why Are Some Nonprofits Falling Behind? | Blackbaud Institute (Lori Poer and Kate Averette Anderson)
Kate Averett Anderson
Research and publications lead, Blackbaud Institute
Blackbaud Institute
Episode: E88: Giving Is Growing, So Why Are Some Nonprofits Falling Behind? | Blackbaud Institute (Lori Poer and Kate Averette Anderson)
Doug Paul
Managing Partner at Catapult, nonprofit consulting
Catapult
Episode: E87: Aligning Strategy and Culture for Greater Nonprofit Impact with Doug Paul at Catapult
Salvatore Salpietro
Executive/Advisor with a background in digital fundraising and AI-enabled donor analytics
Dataro (CEO/Advisor); former Fundraise Up
Episode: E86: Smarter Nonprofit Fundraising—Fixing Friction and Retention with AI (Salvatore Salpietro, Dataro)
Jeff Schreifels
Principal of Veritus Group
Veritus Group
Episode: E85: Donor Value Attrition and the Hidden Threat Undermining Nonprofit Sustainability (Jeff Schreifels, Veritus Group)
Maryna Baydyuk
President and Executive Director of United Help Ukraine; Assistant Professor at Georgetown University
United Help Ukraine; Georgetown University
Episode: E84: Wartime Nonprofit Leadership — Inside United Help Ukraine with Dr. Maryna Baydyuk
George Weiner
Founder of Whole Whale, a B Corp digital agency
Whole Whale
Episode: E83: When Donor Attention Becomes Impact with George Weiner (Whole Whale)

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Puya Porak
Host of The Nonprofit Lab

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 27 ratings
  • Inspiring & Thought-provoking

    This podcast is a must-listen for anyone who wants to learn, engage, and be part of something bigger! Each episode shares inspiring stories and practical ideas, reminding us that our actions truly matter - and that everyone has a role in creating positive change. Highly recommended for anyone ready to do more than just talk about making a difference!

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    5
    Aryana P.
    United States8 months ago
  • Love these nonprofit-focused conversations!

    These are fantastic conversations for folks in the social impact space. I love the breadth of relevant topics! Pooya is a fantastic interviewer and manages to find the salient threads in each conversation. So glad I came across this!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Harper-Suki
    United Statesa year ago
  • Excellent, Informative Show and Wonderful Host!!!

    The Nonprofit Lab is essential listening for anyone in the nonprofit sector. With expert hosts and diverse guests, the podcast offers practical insights into fundraising, board management, and innovation. Each episode provides actionable takeaways, making complex topics accessible and engaging. The show excels in combining real-world experiences with a focus on creative solutions, helping nonprofits maximize their impact. Whether you're a leader or a passionate supporter, The Nonprofit Lab is a ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KristenN123456789
    United States2 years ago

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The host asks thoughtful questions and surfaces data-driven approaches that feel actionable.
Guests bring high-level expertise paired with concrete takeaways for nonprofits of all sizes.

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E69: Making CRMs Work for Nonprofits with Kevin Wood at NPact
Q: What does success look like after a CRM project?
Ultimately, the client should be able to operate effectively with minimal ongoing external support, proving ROI through improved efficiency and fundraising outcomes over time.
E69: Making CRMs Work for Nonprofits with Kevin Wood at NPact
Q: Why is buy-in from all levels crucial in CRM transitions?
Top-down mandates often fail without front-line and middle-management involvement; engaging everyone through focus groups and unbiased facilitation ensures the new system fits real workflows and gains sustained adoption.
E69: Making CRMs Work for Nonprofits with Kevin Wood at NPact
Q: What is NPact and what problems are you solving for nonprofits?
NPact provides technology services and consulting to nonprofits, helping them implement and migrate to CRMs, optimize data practices, and align technology with fundraising and program delivery to save time and improve impact.
E74: Turning Donor News into Caring Insights with Sarah Landman at Insightful
Q: How does Insightful determine who to track and how to integrate with existing CRMs?
They track managed prospects and use direct APIs (Razor's Edge NXT) or CSV uploads to pull in donor data, then surface relevant life events from a broad network of sources for timely outreach.
E73: Powering Fundraising Compliance and Security with Sonia Nigam at Change
Q: What inspired you to move Change to an API-first platform?
The founders saw that while payments for e-commerce were already highly digitized, nonprofit giving lagged due to state-by-state compliance requirements. They aimed to bring API-driven automation to stay in good standing across jurisdictions, reduce manual work, and speed up funding to nonprofits.

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

The show centers on practical nonprofit fundraising, leadership, and strategy, with a strong emphasis on donor trust, storytelling, and data-driven decision making. Episodes routinely explore how to Scale impact through ethical use of AI, improve donor journeys, strengthen stewardship, and navigate crises, all while keeping people and communities at the heart of giving. A notable pattern is bridging hands-on fundraising tactics with high-level frameworks—from risk readiness to iterative experimentation—often featuring leaders from humanitarian, healthcare, and community development sectors. The format frequently blends personal stories with actionable playbooks, making complex topics accessible for practitioners and sponsor-minded organizat... more

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1. Javan Van Gronigen
2. Dino Verrelli
3. Lori Poer
4. Kate Averett Anderson
5. Doug Paul
6. Salvatore Salpietro
7. Jeff Schreifels
8. Maryna Baydyuk

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