Want to move beyond one-time gifts and start building meaningful, long-term relationships with your donors? In this episode Kari breaks down what donor relationship management really means and why it’s so much more than a thank-you note and a donation receipt.

📌 You’ll Learn:

• Why long-term donor relationships are essential to your nonprofit’s stability and growth

• The 5 stages of donor development and how to show up at each one

• How to segment your donor communications to create personal, mission-driven connections

• Ways to use tech (hello CRMs!) to streamline your efforts without losing the human touch

• Creative best practices that help your donors feel seen, valued, and invested

Kari keeps it real with practical, actionable tips for teams of any size (yes, even if you’re a “power team of one”).

🎯 Whether you’re a new fundraiser or a seasoned ED, this episode will help you level up how you connect with the people who make your mission possible.

🔗 Resources Mentioned:
→ Learn more at https://inciteconsultinggroup.com
→ Follow Kari on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kariandersonincite
→ Book a call: Schedule Here

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Are you relying too heavily on a single funding stream? In this episode of Kari’s Confessions, I'll share five practical, proven strategies to diversify your revenue and set your nonprofit up for long-term financial stability.

Whether you’re a small grassroots org or an established nonprofit looking to shake things up, this episode gives you real-world, easy-to-implement tips that go beyond bake sales and silent auctions.

📌 What You’ll Learn:

• How to use technology to power monthly giving & peer-to-peer fundraising
• Ways to engage major donors (and think beyond cash)
• Creative ways to partner with businesses (hint: it’s not just logos on banners)
• Fundraising ideas that stand out and actually excite your audience
• The importance of SMART goals + how to track your progress with visuals

This episode is your nonprofit’s quick-start guide to building financial resilience in 2025—and beyond.

👇 Helpful Links & Tools Mentioned

📍 Recommended CRM: Areva

📍 Templates for non-cash donation policies – Email Kari at: kari@inciteconsultinggroup.com

📍 More nonprofit resources: https://inciteconsultinggroup.com

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Let’s build stronger, more sustainable nonprofits, together.

Tech isn’t just for startups and Silicon Valley. In this video, Kari Anderson breaks down how nonprofit leaders can embrace technology to lead smarter, not harder. 💻💡

From everyday tools that streamline communication to platforms that transform board engagement, we’re diving into real-world examples of how tech is helping organizations just like yours adapt, innovate, and thrive.

🧭 What you’ll learn:

• How to select tech tools that actually support your mission (no shiny object syndrome here!) - Why tech strategy matters just as much as budget
• Tips for bringing your board and staff along for the ride
• The mindset shifts nonprofit leaders need to stay agile in a digital world 👉
• Whether you’re a self-proclaimed technophobe or already exploring AI, there’s something here to help you level up your leadership without losing your authenticity.

📌 BONUS: Kari shares a few of her favorite platforms (and how she’s seen them transform real organizations!)

Resources & Links:

📅 Book a free consult with Kari: https://669181.17hats.com/p#/scheduling/rrkvgfzkthtvfkszkkdtpszcsdvzfszk

🔗 More from Incite Consulting: https://www.inciteconsultinggroup.com