Episode 62

62: Fundraising for Nonprofits

The real money in nonprofit growth isn't about luck—it's about strategy, data, and meaningful relationships.

Dr. Phildra Swagger sits down with prospect research expert Jennifer Filla to demystify how nonprofits can uncover major donors, clean up their databases, and create relationship-based fundraising strategies that actually work. They discuss how to leverage board networks, use data to fuel smarter fundraising campaigns, and shift toward intentional, high-impact donor engagement—even in virtual spaces.

Whether you’re starting with 50 donors or scaling toward million-dollar gifts, this episode gives you the roadmap to raise more with less stress. It’s time to align your mission with a modern fundraising mindset.

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Phildra Swagger

Hi, I'm Dr. Phildra
Dr. Swagger is an executive leadership coach, speaker, and strategist who empowers professionals to lead with clarity, alignment, and discipline. With over three decades of leadership experience - from the classroom to the boardroom - she’s guided leaders across education, government, non-profit, and private sectors to unlock their potential and deliver exceptional results. As CEO of Combined Expertise, Inc., she transforms growth-minded organizations by equipping leaders at every level with the tools to thrive.