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Beyond The Ask

by Mark Dobosz

Philanthropy is an expression of identity, not generosity. Why do people give? Most fundraisers say "because they're generous." That answer isn't wrong, but it's incomplete, and the gap is where many donor retention problems live.

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Episodes

  1. Roots and Resources 2026

    Roots and Resources equips community-based fundraisers with practical, relationship-centered tools for building philanthropy from the ground up.

  2. Episode 3 - Principle 3: Values Resonance Is a Non-Negotiable Precondition

    Today's idea is Principle Three of the twelve principles of transformational philanthropy. Values resonance is a non-negotiable precondition. Let's talk about what that means, and why it could save you a year of chasing the wrong prospects.

  3. Episode 2: Moral Biography Precedes the Gift - Principle 2 of Transformational Philanthropy

    What if the most important conversation in philanthropy happens before any gift is made? In this episode of Beyond the Ask, we explore Principle 2 of Transformational Philanthropy: Moral Biography Precedes the Gift. True generosity isn't transactional — it's rooted in a donor's values…

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  4. Episode 1: Philanthropy Is an Expression of Identity, Not Generosity

    Episode 1: Philanthropy Is an Expression of Identity, Not Generosity - Principle 1 of Transformational Philanthropy

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Philanthropy is an expression of identity, not generosity. Why do people give? Most fundraisers say "because they're generous." That answer isn't wrong, but it's incomplete, and the gap is where many donor retention problems live.

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Mark Dobosz

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Philanthropy is an expression of identity, not generosity. Why do people give? Most fundraisers say "because they're generous." That answer isn't wrong, but it's incomplete, and the gap is where many donor retention problems live.

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Beyond The Ask is created and hosted by Mark Dobosz.
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