
Welcome to The Intentional Fundraiser Podcast. I'm your host, Tammy Zonker, and I'm thrilled you're here. I've spent nearly three decades specializing in major gifts. I’ve seen how major gifts often form the backbone of an organization’s financial stability, and yet, I know many of us find this area particularly challenging. Time and again, I’ve been approached by fundraisers and nonprofit leaders... more
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Leaders keep derailing donor visits?
I can’t tell you how many times I’ve watched a beautifully teed‑up donor conversation go sideways the moment a well‑intentioned CEO or board member “pops in” unbriefed. You’ve done the research, built the relatio... more
“More touches” are burning teams out 😅
I talk with so many fundraisers who are trying to do heartfelt, hyper-personal stewardship for everyone… and ending up exhausted, guilty, and behind by December.
In my latest episode of The Intentional Fundra... more
AI is already in your donor meetings.
I’ve been hearing from so many fundraisers who feel torn.
You want to use AI to save time, but you do not want donors to feel like they are talking to a robot instead of a real person.
In my latest episode of ... more
Drowning in “prospect” names?
If your major gift list looks impressive on paper but doesn’t translate into actual conversations or gifts, you’re not alone.
I’ve sat with teams staring at hundreds of “top prospects” and quietly thinking, “Where do w... more
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Tammy and her guests have helped me quite a bit as a new fundraiser. The podcast not only addresses fundraising, but also leadership and team building. Great work Tammy!
Tammy is an engaging host whose thoughtful style, with a nice dose of humor, brings out the best in the industry leaders she talks with. Her content is consistently informative and valuable for all non-profit leaders, not just development officers. Tammy’s passion is evident and inspiring.
Tammy is the real deal. A wonderful communicator with a heart for creating lasting change. I’ve followed her work for years and have learned so much. She was a guest on my podcast and upon launching that episode one of my clients texted me so excited by the insights she had learned from Tammy. You’ll find no shortage of wisdom you can keep in your back pocket in this podcast. Or your front pocket. Whichever pocket you use most frequently. 😃
Tammy has such a keen sense of what we need to get out of her guests. Her years of listening to donors has turned her into a brilliant podcast host. She is bringing the best and the brightest to us easily the best hour of listening I do a week to better myself in the profession!
To my fellow fundraisers or those of you considering joining this rewarding work: this is a podcast that actually adds capacity to your work through meaningful conversations with relatable guests, expert advice from Tammy as the host AND (yes, there is more) tools and ideas that you can hit the ground running with.
I’ve listened to nearly every podcast and there’s good reason for that: I can listen to this perfectly timed podcast while driving, working or walking. It’s also relatable because i... more
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Focuses on the critical aspects of major gift fundraising, integrating both donor-centered and community-centered approaches. The content frequently emphasizes the importance of building authentic relationships, sustainable giving strategies, and innovative community engagement. The host shares practical insights drawn from nearly three decades of experience in the nonprofit sector and showcases a range of expert guests who provide valuable perspectives on fundraising challenges, including burnout and trust-based philanthropy. The episodes stand out for their focus on actionable strategies, emotional engagement, and the evolving role of technology and artificial intelligence in enhancing donor relationships, making it a unique resource for ... more
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Recent guests on The Intentional Fundraiser Podcast include:
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4. Carly Euler
5. Dave Raley
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