Rainmaker Fundraising Podcast
Rainmaker Fundraising Podcast
Andrew Olsen, CFRE and Roy Jones, CFRE
What does it take to be a great fundraising organization?
32 minutes Posted Feb 19, 2025 at 1:14 pm.
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What does it really take to become a great fundraising organization? In this powerful episode of the Rainmaker Fundraising Podcast, Andrew Olson is joined by Alan Clayton, author of Great Fundraising Organizations and founder of Revolutionise. Together, they explore what separates thriving nonprofits from those that struggle, why fundraising success starts with leadership, and how to run two distinct operations—service delivery and fundraising—under one mission. Alan shares insights from global research, practical leadership strategies, and a call to embrace emotional storytelling, strategic investment, and a purpose-driven culture