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Board Members Don’t “Own” Donors | Aldervan Daly

Aldervan Daly didn’t get into fundraising because of a big emotional calling — he got in through a database. Then theater taught him the rest. In this episode, Alder van shares how data and storytelling work together, why you...

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Board Members Don’t “Own” Donors | Aldervan Daly
Feb. 4, 2026

Board Members Don’t “Own” Donors | Aldervan Daly

Aldervan Daly didn’t get into fundraising because of a big emotional calling — he got in through a database. Then theater taught him the rest. In this episode, Alder van shares how data and storytelling work together, why you...

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Fundraising Is NOT About Money | Chief Development Officer Jeff Kramer
Jan. 7, 2026

Fundraising Is NOT About Money | Chief Development Officer Jeff Kramer

What if fundraising wasn’t actually about money? In this episode of Fundraising Leaders with Drew, host Drew Clancy sits down with Jeff Kramer—Chief Development Officer at Nova Ukraine and 43-year veteran of the fundraising w...

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How Storytelling Raised Millions for the Great Lakes | VP of Development Matt Altstiel
Dec. 3, 2025

How Storytelling Raised Millions for the Great Lakes | VP of Developm…

In this episode of Fundraising Leaders with Drew, host Drew Clancy talks with Matt Altstiel, Vice President for Development at the Alliance for the Great Lakes. Matt shares how his journey from adult education classrooms to C...

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From $50K Camp Gift to Major Gifts Strategy | VP of Development Dr. Mario Hicks
Nov. 5, 2025

From $50K Camp Gift to Major Gifts Strategy | VP of Development Dr. M…

A surprise $50K pledge changed everything for a young counselor—and set the course for a career in philanthropy. In this conversation, Dr. Mario Hicks shares how that moment at Cradle Beach Camp shaped his approach to major g...

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Storytelling as Fundraising | President of Drew University Dr. Hilary Link
Oct. 1, 2025

Storytelling as Fundraising | President of Drew University Dr. Hilary…

What does it mean to be a “chief storyteller” in higher education? In this episode, host Drew Clancy sits down with Dr. Hilary Link, President of Drew University, to explore the art and strategy of fundraising in today’s shif...

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The Heart of Fundraising Success | Heidi Daniels, ALF
Sept. 3, 2025

The Heart of Fundraising Success | Heidi Daniels, ALF

How do you keep fundraising fresh year after year? Heidi Daniels believes the key lies in creativity and mission alignment. In her conversation with Drew Clancy, Heidi reflects on her experiences leading annual funds and shar...

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