The Difference: Nonprofit Fundraising in a For-Profit World
In every community, nonprofits compete within a narrow band of funders. Many struggle to stand out and make their case the most compelling. What difference allows your nonprofit to reach fundraising goals and achieve financial sustainability? In each episode, an expert addresses what makes the difference for major investments, feasibility studies, campaigns, and effective organizations.
The Difference: Nonprofit Fundraising in a For-Profit World
Latest Episodes
Record Giving. Tougher Fundraising. Here's Why.
Giving reached a record $617 billion in 2025. So why does fundraising feel harder than ever?In this episode of The Difference, Jay Werth is joined by Convergent's Brian Abernathy and Tom Ralser to unpack the story behind ...
Trust, Transparency, and the $1B Mission
What do donors expect from nonprofits in 2026? According to Catherine LaCour, it’s simple: transparency, speed, and accountability.On this episode of The Difference, Jay Werth welcomes the new leader of The Blackbaud Giving Fund...
From Charity to Investment: A Mindset Shift for Philanthropy
Major donor fundraising is changing, and fast. In this episode, Convergent's Tom Ralser joins Jay Werth to unpack the rise of “impact giving.” Drawing from new 2026 research from the Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy and Giving USA, we...
Beyond the Gala
Are fundraising galas truly worth the investment, or are they being misunderstood?In this episode of The Difference, a podcast from Convergent, Host Jay Werth sits down with Jus...
Fundraising From the Trenches: What Can Go Wrong (and How to Fix It)
In this episode of The Difference, Host Jay Werth sits down with his Convergent colleagues Erin Bemis, Greta von Unruh, and Andy Brubaker to unpack what really happens with fundraising ... the wins, the missteps, and the lessons ...
