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FundingThePerformingArtsPodcast

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This podcast will explore new and different ways that performing arts organizations can enhance fundraising and generate resources to fuel growth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episodes

  1. Is #GivingTuesday Worth The Hype?

    In this episode, we explore the origins of #GivingTuesday, the ACTUAL benefits to orgs in terms of matching funds, and ways to leverage this single day to your organization's best advantage. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  2. Ep 309 - The Problem(s) with Conventional Fundraising

    In this episode, we discuss the (many) issues and limitations with conventional fundraising for arts programs. 'Conventional Fundraising' could be defined as transactions that begin with "Would you mind buying this overpriced thingy to help my kids' band program?..." I also spend a little time...

  3. Ep 308 - Accountability and Staying on Track (for Students)

    In this episode, we discuss how students (and grown ups) are moved and motivated by just KNOWING that someone is monitoring, assessing, and measuring the outcome of any task. We also explore this topic in this associated blog post here -...

  4. Ep 307 - Skepticism and "Nay-Sayers"

    Ever have an exciting idea get "poo-poo-ed" by others in your decision chain? It stinks, especially when the nay-sayers are operating from a place of irrationality and lack of information. In this episode, we discuss how to get great ideas off the ground, and build consensus for the things you…

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  5. Ep 306 - Campaign Roll-Out Best Practices for a Great LAUNCH

    In this episode we discuss the best tips on rolling out your campaign concept to your participants. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  6. Ep 305 - The HARDEST Part of Fundraising

    In this episode we discuss the single most difficult aspect to fundraising. No one ever talks about it, but it dampens your results EVERY time you roll out a new fundraiser for your group. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  7. Ep 304 - Kicking off Fundraising and Band Camp

    It's hot and it's late July, and that means BAND CAMP and the kick off to your fundraising! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  8. Ep 303 - Marching Arts, the Most Expensive Sport In America

    Wow, this blog post made a bit of an impact this week! We're not judging or otherwise criticizing the expenses needed to be competitive, but those trends are in fact a REAL thing. The vast majority of readers agree and responded favorably, and a few knucklehead trolls felt otherwise. What do you...

  9. Ep 302 - Bringing Diversity to Your Fundraising Approach

    Here's the blog post we reference in this episode - https://blog.fansraise.com/90-fundraising-ideas-1 Also to download the 90+ list you can grab at right on-page - just pop-in your email address and we'll shoot it to you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  10. Ep301 - Choose Your Campaign Goal Wisely

    It is TREMENDOUSLY important to consider all of the angles when selecting your first campaign's goals. It might seem natural to allow students to individually crowdfund (for things like activity fees, band trips, tuition for camps and programs, etc), but is THAT the thing that will move the…

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  11. Making Your Program More "Business-Friendly"

    Accompanying Blog Post - http://blog.fansraise.com/make-your-arts-program-more-corporate-business-friendly Also mentioned - The Band Parents Guide to Marching Adjudication can be downloaded here - http://info.fansraise.com/band-parents-guide-marching-adjudication Hosted on Acast. See...

  12. Ep 216 - Scaling Your Crowdfunding Campaign

    In this episode, we discuss specific ways to take a good campaign and make it great. Don't forget to Like and Follow on Facebook - facebook.com/FansRaise Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  13. Ep 215 - Band Camp, and DCI Championships

    In this episode, we discuss the incredible week that was Drum Corps International Championships. We will also discuss getting your kids into and out of band camp in one piece! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  14. Ep 214 - BandCamp "Preppers"

    It's that time of the year again! Band camp is upon us, and if your program is wrestling with making ends meet, or if your marching show SUDDENLY requires MORE props, costuming, electronics, or guard equipment than you budgeted for - you're in luck. Visit FansRaise.com for more info. Hosted on...

  15. Ep 213 - Your Questions ANSWERED on Crowdfunding

    In this Episode, we review our most commonly asked questions (or at least the ones that have been getting a lot of play lately!)... First a quick talk about my Mom, and her passing about a week ago at 1:40. She was in a position to help me financially get the FansRaise company off the ground, and…

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  16. Ep 212 - Crowdfunding Should NOT Be Begging

    A well-organized and coordinated crowdfunding campaign takes on the dimension of a well-orchestrated fundraising effort. It's run from the top-down, executively-endorsed and distinctly organized. At it's peak, the campaign ought to instill a sense of confidence and stability. Blog post -...

  17. Ep 211 - Challenging Students to REALLY Understand the Costs of Your Program

    In this episode, we explore how to get students thinking about the real, total costs of your program, and why it's important To most kids, the true cost of putting a production on stage, or a marching show on the football field is incomprehensible. A fuller understanding about what it REALLY…

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  18. Ep 210 - Crowdfunding Can't Be A "Dependent" of Your Org's Fundraising Culture

    In this episode, we discuss the importance of setting a crowdfunding campaign APART from typical, garden-variety fundraisers that normally are elective or "optional". Our "$10,000 Blueprint" illustrates how arts organizations can engage with students and families to tackle big fundraising goals.…

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  19. Ep 209 - Donor Psychology, and Why Donors Do What They Do

    Understanding how and why donors decide to engage with fundraising and crowdfunding campaigns is key to developing successful campaigns for your performing ensemble. If you are interested in viewing the webinar recording on-demand referenced in this episode - you can access it here -...

  20. Ep 208 - Parent and Booster Friction in Your Arts Program

    Well, it's not a good thing but it happens. Whether the friction is booster-on-booster or possibly anti-program or anti-director, this short form episode will examine the root causes, and how to avoid these issues. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  21. Ep 207 - The 5 Things Your Crowdfunding Campaign MUST Have

    In this Episode, we cover the 5 things that every crowdfunding campaign needs to consider and cover in order to be successful. In this episode, we reference our recent published report called "The $10,000 Blueprint" - which is a methodology built to allow a performing ensemble of just about any...

  22. Ep 206 - Fundraising From a Student's Perspective

    In this episode, I enlisted the help of Lauren Gilbert, 8th grade band member of her High School marching band, to discuss the student-perspective of fundraising. She confirms what I already thought to be true - fundraising is often not completely emphasized by the teaching faculty or band staff,...

  23. Ep 205 - Adventures in TX and TMEA

    In this episode I chronicle TMEA's annual conference - what was learned and what FansRaise contributed. We made mention to the talk that Chris Magonigal and I presented as part of our break-out session on "How to Leverage Crowdfunding as a Team-Building Asset". The dialogue went very well, and we...

  24. Ep204 - BryanTuk

    In Episode 204, Bryan Tuk sits down with us to discuss the arts fundraising landscape, where the opportunities for growth reside, and a few old drum corps war stories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  25. Ep203 - Student Ownership in Fundraising

    Many times, fundraising gets taken for granted by students. We believe that some emphasis on the student-driven responsibilities of fundraising is a worthwhile way to teach ownership and responsibility.Supporting blog posts -Using marching band fundraising to emphasize student...

  26. Ep202 - DevinFletcher

    This podcast episode features our conversation with Mr. Devin Fletcher, Founder and Executive Director of Imperial Dynasty Performing Arts in New Castle County, Delaware. Devin talked with us about how he transformed a community-based grassroots drill-team into a perennial WGI finalist in a few...

  27. Funding the Performing Arts Podcast - Ep201

    In our inaugural episode, Brian Gilbert (Founder and CEO of FansRaise) talks about the goals of this podcast, and how FansRaise is helping performing ensembles around the USA flourish. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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This podcast will explore new and different ways that performing arts organizations can enhance fundraising and generate resources to fuel growth.

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