by Mark Duncan
A key to fundraising success is through building trusting relationship with high capacity donors. Relationship Fundraising, the most effective way to raise money. I Empower nonprofit leaders with the skill and confidence to secure large contributions from wealthy individuals. This podcast provides nonprofit
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June 30, 2026
<p>Most nonprofit leaders spend months—sometimes years—working to secure a major gift. But what happens after the donor says "yes"? Too often, organizations celebrate, send a thank-you letter, and move on to raising the next gift. That's a missed opportunity. In this episode of *Huddle Up with Mark The Fund Coach*, I'm talking about one of the biggest mistakes executive directors make after receiving a major gift and why stewardship is about so much more than gratitude. You'll learn how to turn a one-time donor into a lifelong partner by building trust, demonstrating impact, and creating meaningful relationships that lead to future transformational gifts. If you want to stop thinking of fundraising as a series of transactions and start building lasting partnerships with your donors, this episode is for you. Remember, the gift isn't the finish line—it's the beginning of an even greater opportunity to deepen the relationship and advance your mission.</p> <p>***NEW RESOURCE*** The Board Member's Guide to Fundraising (Without the Ask) - Check it Out: <a href="https://www.thefundcoach.com/the-board-member-s-guide-to-fundraising-without-the-ask">https://www.thefundcoach.com/the-board-member-s-guide-to-fundraising-without-the-ask </a></p> <p>FREE GUIDE: 5 Habits of Executive Directors Who Land Big Gifts: https://bit.ly/4hFkOth Connect with me on LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mlduncan/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/mlduncan/ </a></p> <p>To get this video podcast in your inbox, visit and subscribe here: <a href="https://www.thefundcoach.com/opt-in">https://www.thefundcoach.com/opt-in </a></p> <p>Check out the Relationship Fundraising Academy: <a href="https://www.thefundcoach.com/rfa">https://www.thefundcoach.com/rfa </a></p> <p>Need 1:1 Coaching? Click here to schedule a strategy session to discuss your fundraising needs: <a href="https://www.thefundcoach.com/discovery-session-booking-page">https://www.thefundcoach.com/discovery-session-booking-page </a></p> <p>Windfall - Wealth Analytics Report: <a href="https://analytics.windfall.com/partner/the-fund-coach">https://analytics.windfall.com/partner/the-fund-coach </a></p> <p>Subscribe to the podcast on Apple - <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/huddle-up-with-mark-the-fund-coach/id1799766114">https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/huddle-up-with-mark-the-fund-coach/id1799766114</a> or Spotify <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/03LPM7zjoDMLV0OGPJBxTO?si=c730fc5b97a04854">https://open.spotify.com/show/03LPM7zjoDMLV0OGPJBxTO?si=c730fc5b97a04854</a></p> <p> </p>
June 23, 2026
<p>Are you unintentionally making your mission sound smaller than it really is? Many nonprofit leaders are passionate about their work, but when it comes to talking about their organization, they often focus on limitations instead of possibilities. They downplay the vision, minimize the impact, and hesitate to communicate the full potential of what their mission could achieve. In this episode of *Huddle Up with Mark The Fund Coach*, we're exploring why donors aren't inspired by small thinking—and why your ability to cast a compelling vision may be one of the most important fundraising skills you can develop. If you want to engage major donors, inspire greater generosity, and lead with confidence, it starts by helping others see what's possible. Starting a nonprofit is an exciting journey, but many founders quickly discover that passion alone isn't enough to sustain an organization. In this episode of Huddle Up with Mark The Fund Coach, Mark shares some of the most common fundraising and startup mistakes nonprofit leaders make—and how to avoid them. From researching whether your community truly needs another nonprofit to understanding that incorporation is only the beginning, you'll learn practical steps to build a stronger foundation for long-term success. Whether you're launching a new nonprofit or considering starting one, this episode will help you think strategically about fundraising, sustainability, and creating lasting impact.</p> <p>***NEW RESOURCE*** The Board Member's Guide to Fundraising (Without the Ask) - Check it Out: <a href="https://www.thefundcoach.com/the-board-member-s-guide-to-fundraising-without-the-ask">https://www.thefundcoach.com/the-board-member-s-guide-to-fundraising-without-the-ask </a></p> <p>FREE GUIDE: 5 Habits of Executive Directors Who Land Big Gifts: <a href="https://bit.ly/4hFkOth">https://bit.ly/4hFkOth </a></p> <p>Connect with me on LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mlduncan/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/mlduncan/ </a></p> <p>To get this video podcast in your inbox, visit and subscribe here: <a href="https://www.thefundcoach.com/opt-in">https://www.thefundcoach.com/opt-in </a></p> <p>Check out the Relationship Fundraising Academy: <a href="https://www.thefundcoach.com/rfa">https://www.thefundcoach.com/rfa </a></p> <p>Need 1:1 Coaching? Click here to schedule a strategy session to discuss your fundraising needs: <a href="https://www.thefundcoach.com/discovery-session-booking-page">https://www.thefundcoach.com/discovery-session-booking-page </a></p> <p>Windfall - Wealth Analytics Report: <a href="https://analytics.windfall.com/partner/the-fund-coach">https://analytics.windfall.com/partner/the-fund-coach </a></p> <p>Subscribe to the podcast on Apple - <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/huddle-up-with-mark-the-fund-coach/id1799766114">https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/huddle-up-with-mark-the-fund-coach/id1799766114</a> or Spotify <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/03LPM7zjoDMLV0OGPJBxTO?si=c730fc5b97a04854">https://open.spotify.com/show/03LPM7zjoDMLV0OGPJBxTO?si=c730fc5b97a04854</a></p> <p> </p>
June 16, 2026
<p>Starting a nonprofit is an exciting journey, but many founders quickly discover that passion alone isn't enough to sustain an organization. In this episode of Huddle Up with Mark The Fund Coach, Mark shares some of the most common fundraising and startup mistakes nonprofit leaders make—and how to avoid them. From researching whether your community truly needs another nonprofit to understanding that incorporation is only the beginning, you'll learn practical steps to build a stronger foundation for long-term success. Whether you're launching a new nonprofit or considering starting one, this episode will help you think strategically about fundraising, sustainability, and creating lasting impact.</p> <p>***NEW RESOURCE*** The Board Member's Guide to Fundraising (Without the Ask) - Check it Out: <a href="https://www.thefundcoach.com/the-board-member-s-guide-to-fundraising-without-the-ask">https://www.thefundcoach.com/the-board-member-s-guide-to-fundraising-without-the-ask </a></p> <p>FREE GUIDE: 5 Habits of Executive Directors Who Land Big Gifts: <a href="https://bit.ly/4hFkOth">https://bit.ly/4hFkOth </a></p> <p>Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mlduncan/ To get this video podcast in your inbox, visit and subscribe here: <a href="https://www.thefundcoach.com/opt-in">https://www.thefundcoach.com/opt-in </a></p> <p>Check out the Relationship Fundraising Academy: <a href="https://www.thefundcoach.com/rfa">https://www.thefundcoach.com/rfa </a></p> <p>Need 1:1 Coaching? Click here to schedule a strategy session to discuss your fundraising needs: <a href="https://www.thefundcoach.com/discovery-session-booking-page">https://www.thefundcoach.com/discovery-session-booking-page </a></p> <p>Windfall - Wealth Analytics Report: <a href="https://analytics.windfall.com/partner/the-fund-coach">https://analytics.windfall.com/partner/the-fund-coach </a></p> <p>Subscribe to the podcast on Apple - <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/huddle-up-with-mark-the-fund-coach/id1799766114">https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/huddle-up-with-mark-the-fund-coach/id1799766114</a> or</p> <p>Spotify <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/03LPM7zjoDMLV0OGPJBxTO?si=c730fc5b97a04854">https://open.spotify.com/show/03LPM7zjoDMLV0OGPJBxTO?si=c730fc5b97a04854</a></p> <p> </p>
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