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Going Big! with Kevin Gentry

Kevin Gentry
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Nonprofit Organizations
Non-Profit Sector
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Principled Entrepreneurship
Political Fundraising
Philanthropy
Differentiation
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Benefit
Nonprofit Marketing
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Continual Learning
Stewardship
Generosity
Poverty
Leadership

Welcome to Going Big! — the podcast where we share the stories of people who have truly gone big in their own lives. Hosted by Kevin Gentry, Going Big! has consistently ranked as a top podcast on iTunes in its category and has earned multiple national honors, including the 2024 MarCom Gold Award for Non-Profit Podcast, the 2024 Viddy Gold Award for Non-Profit and Marketing Podcast, the 2025 Viddy ... more

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In this episode of the Going Big! Podcast, host Kevin Gentry sits down with François de Kerret, the CEO and co-founder of Zeffy, a zero-fee fundraising platform now used by more than 50,000 nonprofits.

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Host Kevin Gentry sits down with Dr. William Keyes, founder of the Institute for Responsible Citizenship, for a masterclass in thinking big while staying focused. From hitchhiking to Washington with five dollars to advising President Ronald Reagan, K... more

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François de Kerret
CEO and co-founder of Zeffy
Zeffy
Episode: Going Big with François de Kerret: Zero-Fee Fundraising and Building Tools Nonprofits Deserve
Dr. William Keyes
Founder of the Institute for Responsible Citizenship
Institute for Responsible Citizenship
Episode: Going Big with Dr. William Keyes: Mission, Mentorship, and a Pipeline of High Expectations
Ryan Manion
President of the Travis Manion Foundation
Travis Manion Foundation
Episode: Going Big Through Service: Ryan Manion and the Legacy of “If Not Me, Then Who"
Burgess Owens
Member of the United States House of Representatives, Super Bowl champion, best-selling author
United States House of Representatives
Episode: Going Big with Rep. Burgess Owens: Faith, Grit, and the American Dream
Daron Babcock
Successful entrepreneur and founder of Bonton Farms.
Bonton Farms
Episode: Going Big with Daron Babcock: From Brokenness to Building a National Model for Community
Don Miller
Best-selling author and entrepreneur, known for his work on storytelling in business
StoryBrand
Episode: Going Big with Don Miller: Why Story Changes Everything
Wendy Borcherdt
Former supporter and prominent figure in the Ronald Reagan administration
Reagan White House
Episode: Going Big! With Wendy Borcherdt: Lessons from Ronald Reagan’s Vision for America
Greg Lukianoff
President and CEO of FIRE, advocate for free speech.
Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression (FIRE)
Episode: Going Big for Free Speech: Greg Lukianoff on Empowering Minds and Protecting Expression
Art Pope
Chairman and CEO of Variety Wholesalers, former state budget director in North Carolina, philanthropist
Variety Wholesalers
Episode: Going Big in Business, Public Policy, and Philanthropy: The Art Pope Blueprint

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Kevin Gentry
Host of the podcast who engages with a variety of influential figures to discuss their experiences, challenges, and achievements, aimed at inspiring listeners.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 1.3k ratings
  • Kevin is the real deal!

    Kevin Gentry has long been a leader in the nonprofit fundraising industry — connecting prospective donors with ambitious visions and mentoring fellow fundraisers along the way. I’m excited to see the conversations and projects these podcast episodes inspire.

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    Great new podcast!

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Going Big with François de Kerret: Zero-Fee Fundraising and Building Tools Nonprofits Deserve
Q: What do you think separates small thinkers from big thinkers?
François underscores the importance of ambition by assessing candidates on their long-term ambitions during interviews, seeking those who are driven to achieve significant goals.
Going Big with François de Kerret: Zero-Fee Fundraising and Building Tools Nonprofits Deserve
Q: Do you think that we in the non-profit sector tend to think too small?
François believes there is a necessity for both small actions and big ambitions within nonprofits, but he emphasizes that there should not be a stigma against dreaming big.
Going Big with François de Kerret: Zero-Fee Fundraising and Building Tools Nonprofits Deserve
Q: How did you address those who said your model couldn't be done?
François cites execution as key; they gave themselves a trial period to prove the model, gaining traction among nonprofits and eventually attracting investors.
Going Big with François de Kerret: Zero-Fee Fundraising and Building Tools Nonprofits Deserve
Q: What was the problem or frustration that you saw that you thought Zeffy could address?
François shares that he initially wanted to volunteer but found it frustrating to navigate the nonprofit landscape for opportunities, leading him to create Zeffy to simplify the process for volunteers and donors.
Going Big with Dr. William Keyes: Mission, Mentorship, and a Pipeline of High Expectations
Q: What advice would you share for anybody listening about how they should consider Going Big in their life?
Think seriously about what's important in life; focus on giving to others and recognize that God provides everything you need when you aim to serve others.

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Exploring impactful narratives of personal and professional growth, this podcast features a diverse array of guests including business owners, nonprofit leaders, and political figures who share their journeys of ambition and achievement. Each episode highlights their bold decisions, major risks taken, and the unique challenges they overcame, providing listeners with valuable insights into leadership, innovation, and the power of pursuing one's dreams. The discussions aim to inspire aspiring entrepreneurs and changemakers to think bigger and strive for significant impacts in their own lives and communities, offering practical advice and motivational stories to encourage listeners in their pursuits.

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Recent guests on Going Big! include:

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2. Dr. William Keyes
3. Ryan Manion
4. Burgess Owens
5. Daron Babcock
6. Don Miller
7. Wendy Borcherdt
8. Greg Lukianoff

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