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EPISODE · May 1, 2026 · 31 MIN

Andy Jones - Why 75% of First-Time Donors Never Give Again

from "Funding the Future NOW" Podcast · host Dr. Randy Dirks

The conversation delves into the critical issue of communication failure in the nonprofit sector, particularly the impact it has on donor retention. It emphasizes the importance of storytelling and the need for healthy communication patterns to retain donors. Additionally, it explores the challenges of retaining donors after their first gift, the significance of clear mission statements, and the application of entertainment industry principles to nonprofit communication. The discussion also includes insights, reflections, and the role of Roundtree Agency in supporting nonprofit growth and communication.TakeawaysStorytelling is keyCommunication failure leads to donor lossChapters00:00 The Communication Failure12:31 The Mission Clarity Problem20:13 The Hollywood Principle25:28 Insights and Reflections32:19 Roundtree Agency and Nonprofit Communication

The conversation delves into the critical issue of communication failure in the nonprofit sector, particularly the impact it has on donor retention. It emphasizes the importance of storytelling and the need for healthy communication patterns to retain donors. Additionally, it explores the challenges of retaining donors after their first gift, the significance of clear mission statements, and the application of entertainment industry principles to nonprofit communication. The discussion also includes insights, reflections, and the role of Roundtree Agency in supporting nonprofit growth and communication.TakeawaysStorytelling is keyCommunication failure leads to donor lossChapters00:00 The Communication Failure12:31 The Mission Clarity Problem20:13 The Hollywood Principle25:28 Insights and Reflections32:19 Roundtree Agency and Nonprofit Communication

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