Fundraising is Dead
Fundraising is Dead
Ryan Dobson & Troy VanGo
The Most UN-Sexy Topic of All!
24 minutes Posted May 28, 2025 at 8:40 pm.
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Everyone wants the next big idea to raise more money. But the truth? You’re probably ignoring the one thing that will actually take your donor relationships to the next level: your data.

In this episode of Fundraising is Dead, Ryan Dobson exposes why most nonprofits stay stuck in survival mode—and how collecting the right data in your CRM can turn that around fast. With real stories (including a golf tournament game-changer), practical tools, and one unforgettable puppy tale, you'll walk away knowing how to make your CRM your most powerful fundraising ally.

Forget gimmicks. Forget flash. It’s time to build trust, loyalty, and long-term support—with data.

Fundraising is Dead