The Fundraising Elevator
Welcome to The Fundraising Elevator—the podcast that lifts nonprofit professionals to new heights in fundraising, strategy, and donor engagement. Hosted by Sam Swaim and Kristin Steele, this podcast brings real conversations, expert insights, and actionable advice to help you create meaningful donor connections and successful fundraising events. Whether you’re looking for fresh ideas, practical strategies, or just a little inspiration, The Fundraising Elevator is here to take your impact to the next level. Tune in and join the conversation!
Episode #100 | Live from NPSC The State of Nonprofit Fundraising: Experts on Inspiration and Growth
Episode #99 | Neuroscience Meets Human Design with Cherian Koshy and Tammy Zonker
Episode #98 | Organizational Development in Times of Change with Alice Ferris
Episode #97 | The Connection Cure with Rhodes Perry
Episode #96 | Dignity, Consent, and Impact: Revolutionizing Storytelling with Chris Miano
Episode #95 | Unlocking The Million Dollar Event with Brandon Lenzi
Episode #94 | Capital Campaign Playbook with Amy Eisenstein
Episode #93 | Why Your Brain Craves Community with Kristin Steele + Samantha Swaim
Episode #92 | Simple Secrets to Raise More with Reggie Rivers
Episode #91 | Future-Proofing Your Mission: Voices from the Raise Conference
Episode #90 | The Breakthrough Research (Part 2) The Science of Immersion + Joy with Paul Zak
Episode #89 | ONE Episode Every Fundraiser Must Hear To Transform Your Events with Dr. Paul J. Zak
ENCORE | Episode 59 | Event Content Capture
ENCORE | Episode #73 | Easy Auctions with Jason Allen Champion
ENCORE | Episode #68| Radical Hospitality with Kimberly Wilson
ENCORE | Episode #55 | Building Community with Kim Fountain
ENCORE | Episode #78 | Event Sponsorship with Mariah Monique
ENCORE | Episode #53 | Event Sponsorship with Jo Davis
Episode #88 | Beyond Funding Fears: Building Unbreakable Nonprofits Through Intentional Events
Episode #87 | Ethical AI for Nonprofits: Data Equity Strategies with Meena Das
Episode #86 | Optimizing AI for Nonprofit Success: Implementation Strategies with Josh Hirsch
Episode #85 | Navigating DEI in Nonprofits Now with Sharon Papo
Episode #84 | Compassionate Leadership with Marc A. Pitman
Episode #83 | Elevate Your Event with Kelly Russell
Episode #82 | What the Fundraising with Mallory Erickson
Episode #81 | Inclusive Philanthropy with Yolanda F. Johnson
Episode #80 | Now What? A Fundraising Call to Action with Steven Screen