by Monica Vandeventer | Sep 1, 2025 | Podcast
Summary:What if every donor interaction was treated like a golden opportunity? In this episode, Clark builds on the themes from Episode 187 (“Surprise and Delight”) to dig deeper into what it really takes to create a culture of excellence in donor...
by Monica Vandeventer | Aug 25, 2025 | Podcast
Summary:In this episode, Clark dives into the most underrated (yet powerful) skill a fundraiser can cultivate: gratitude. Far beyond gift acknowledgments and thank-you letters, Clark explores how authentic gratitude—when it’s woven into your worldview—can transform...
by Monica Vandeventer | Aug 18, 2025 | Podcast
Summary:In this special episode, Clark is joined by Monica Vandeventer—CEO of Major Gifts Fundraiser and the brain behind the ClarkBot. Together, they unpack how fundraisers can simplify, streamline, and elevate their year-end appeal process using the ClarkBot and a...
by Adriana Sánchez | Aug 11, 2025 | Podcast
When it comes to fundraising, especially major gifts, there’s a fundamental truth that often gets overlooked: doing the basics well is non-negotiable. You can’t skip the essentials and expect to wow your donors with grand gestures. It doesn’t work that way. Think...
by Monica Vandeventer | Aug 11, 2025 | Podcast
Summary:Are you walking, resting, or sprinting right now? In this episode, Clark Vandeventer shares a powerful metaphor drawn from his time trail running in Tahoe to help you evaluate the pace of your fundraising work. He explores what it means to find a rhythm you...
by Adriana Sánchez | Aug 4, 2025 | Podcast
Many fundraisers spend years refining how they present their organization’s story. But even the most compelling narrative can fall flat if it’s delivered in the wrong way — not because the message is weak, but because it doesn’t align with how the donor prefers to...
