128 - Boost Donations in Tough Times with James Misner

128 - Boost Donations in Tough Times with James Misner

Author: David Pisarek November 5, 2025 Duration: 37:58

Join host David Pisarek and fundraising strategist James Misner for a practical playbook on growing donations during uncertain economic times.


In this episode of the Non-Profit Digital Success Podcast, James shares proven strategies to stabilize revenue, win major donors with confidence, and keep supporters engaged through clear storytelling and consistent communication.


Discover the keys to:
• Shifting your message from “we” to “you,” so donors feel the impact they create• Identifying and cultivating major donors, without risking mission drift• Building automated donor journeys, from welcome series to second-gift conversion• Communicating more often, without spamming your list• Framing an opportunity story, not a deficit plea, to inspire action• Strengthening team resilience and role clarity, so targets stay on track

Whether your non-profit is navigating budget cuts or aiming to scale, this episode delivers step-by-step tactics you can apply right away.


Tune in to “Boost Donations in Tough Times with James Misner,” and transform how you fund your mission.


For anyone running a non-profit, the digital landscape can feel like a maze of expensive tools and shifting best practices. Non-Profit Digital Success cuts through that noise, offering practical, actionable conversations for organizations aiming to make a bigger impact without a corporate budget. Host David Pisarek brings a clear-eyed focus to the specific challenges NPOs face, moving beyond theory to discuss what actually works. Every other week, this podcast delivers focused discussions on crafting effective digital strategies, from foundational web design and development to the nuanced details of digital marketing and communications. The dialogue is grounded in the reality that every dollar and every hour counts. Alongside his own insights, David regularly brings other knowledgeable voices into the conversation-practitioners and thinkers who are actively helping non-profits deliver greater value to their communities. Each episode is built around a deep dive into a single topic, ensuring listeners walk away with a solid understanding they can apply directly to their own work. If your mission-driven work needs a stronger online presence, this is the podcast for turning digital potential into tangible success.
Author: Language: en-ca Episodes: 100

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