Nonprofit Leadership Podcast

Jena Lynch In this episode, Dr. Rob Harter welcomes Jena Lynch from DonorBox, a longtime sponsor and leading platform in nonprofit fundraising technology. Jena brings her unique perspective as a nonprofit thought leader and co-host of her own nonprofit podcast, sharing front-line insights from her work with organizations across the country. Together, Rob and Jena dive into the key fundraising challenges facing nonprofit and social impact organizations as they look ahead to 2026. From shifting donor behaviors and the rise of recurring giving to the evolving role of AI, this episode is packed with practical advice, current trends, and forward-thinking strategies to help nonprofits navigate an uncertain fundraising environment with confidence and clarity. Key Topics Include: Why a return to the basics—like individual giving and deep donor relationships—is the trend to watch in 2025 and beyond How nonprofits are adjusting to donor fatigue and declining donor counts despite rising gift amounts The growing impac