217: Reshaping Systemic Change with Dr. Kevin Sansberry
12/10/24 • 47 min
In this powerful episode of What the Fundraising, we dive into the intricacies of systems change with Dr. Kevin Sansberry
founder of KEVRA Consulting LLC, who empowers organizations worldwide through evidence-based strategies rooted in behavioral science. Specializing in fostering inclusive workplace cultures, Kevin coaches leaders across industries, from sports to nonprofits, driving sustainable growth.
Mallory and Kevin explore the relationship between individual accountability, organizational culture, and systemic barriers to equity and justice in the nonprofit sector. With fresh perspectives and actionable strategies, this conversation equips listeners with insights to confront the "elephants in the room" and build systems that are equitable, inclusive, and sustainable
Key takeaways from the episode:
- Understand the Person-Role-System Framework for systemic change.
- Balance personal accountability with systemic change.
- Recognize how financial instability causes mission drift.
- Use the "five whys" to uncover hidden issues.
- Leverage personal power to drive systems change.
- Define a new vision to guide lasting change.
Get all the resources from today’s episode here.
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If you’re looking to raise more from the right funders, then you’ll want to check out my Power Partners Formula, a step-by-step approach to identifying the optimal partners for your organization. This free masterclass offers a great starting point
In this powerful episode of What the Fundraising, we dive into the intricacies of systems change with Dr. Kevin Sansberry
founder of KEVRA Consulting LLC, who empowers organizations worldwide through evidence-based strategies rooted in behavioral science. Specializing in fostering inclusive workplace cultures, Kevin coaches leaders across industries, from sports to nonprofits, driving sustainable growth.
Mallory and Kevin explore the relationship between individual accountability, organizational culture, and systemic barriers to equity and justice in the nonprofit sector. With fresh perspectives and actionable strategies, this conversation equips listeners with insights to confront the "elephants in the room" and build systems that are equitable, inclusive, and sustainable
Key takeaways from the episode:
- Understand the Person-Role-System Framework for systemic change.
- Balance personal accountability with systemic change.
- Recognize how financial instability causes mission drift.
- Use the "five whys" to uncover hidden issues.
- Leverage personal power to drive systems change.
- Define a new vision to guide lasting change.
Get all the resources from today’s episode here.
Support for this show is brought to you by GiveButter. GiveButter is the easiest-to-use fundraising platform.
Your favorite fundraising tools, supercharged! Never miss a fundraising opportunity again. Givebutter Plus takes this award-winning platform to the next level with advanced automation, deeper donor insights, and eye-popping supporter engagement tools to help your nonprofit get ahead—and stay there.
Connect with me:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_malloryerickson/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whatthefundraising_/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/whatthefundraising
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@malloryerickson7946
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/mallory-erickson-bressler/
Website: https://malloryerickson.com/podcast
Loved this episode? Leave us a review and rating here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/what-the-fundraising/id1575421652
If you haven’t already, please visit our new What the Fundraising community forum. Check it out and join the conversation at this link.
If you’re looking to raise more from the right funders, then you’ll want to check out my Power Partners Formula, a step-by-step approach to identifying the optimal partners for your organization. This free masterclass offers a great starting point
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In this adorable and uplifting conversation, Mallory teams up with her five-year-old daughter, Emmie, to celebrate Giving Tuesday and the amazing work fundraisers do. Emmie, who has been participating in Giving Tuesday episodes since she was three, calls it "the best week of the year" and shares her unique perspective on the importance of helping others.
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In this episode, you will be able to:
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- Explore ways to grow from setbacks and stay resilient.
- Recognize the joy and importance of helping others.
- Celebrate failures as opportunities to learn and improve.
- Share encouragement and positivity with yourself and others.
Listen to Emmie's 2022 episode: https://malloryerickson.com/podcast/episode-89-boost-your-givingtuesday-with-a-three-year-olds-words-of-affirmation-with-emmie-erickson/
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218: Empathy in Fundraising with Maarten Bout
Meet Maarten Bout, Vice President for Major and Transformational Giving at United Way of Central Indiana, overseeing a team of 10 fundraisers. With over 12 years of experience, including major gift roles at Indiana University, he brings extensive expertise in donor engagement, team leadership, and advancing impactful philanthropic strategies.
In this episode, you will be able to:
- Understand the significance of empathy in enhancing donor-fundraiser relationships.
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- Learn strategies to foster meaningful and long-term donor engagement.
- Identify the impact of fundraiser turnover on donor relationships and fundraising outcomes.
- Discover how improved working conditions can lead to more engaged and effective fundraisers.
Get all the resources from today’s episode here.
Support for this show is brought to you by GiveButter. GiveButter is the easiest-to-use fundraising platform.
Your favorite fundraising tools, supercharged! Never miss a fundraising opportunity again. Givebutter Plus takes this award-winning platform to the next level with advanced automation, deeper donor insights, and eye-popping supporter engagement tools to help your nonprofit get ahead—and stay there.
Connect with me:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_malloryerickson/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/whatthefundraising
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@malloryerickson7946
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/mallory-erickson-bressler/
Website: malloryerickson.com/podcast
Loved this episode? Leave us a review and rating here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/what-the-fundraising/id1575421652
If you haven’t already, please visit our new What the Fundraising community forum. Check it out and join the conversation at this link.
If you’re looking to raise more from the right funders, then you’ll want to check out my Power Partners Formula, a step-by-step approach to identifying the optimal partners for your organization. This free masterclass offers a great starting point
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