Agents of Nonprofit
A weekly podcast interviewing everyday superheroes and the services & technologies they provide to nonprofits. The goal is to help nonprofit organizations become aware of ideas, services, and products that can help them.
Agents of Nonprofit
From Silicon Valley to Nonprofit Success: Personalization at Scale with Jonathan Beck
In this episode of Agents of Nonprofit, I welcome Jonathan Beck, a tech entrepreneur turned nonprofit innovator. Jonathan shares his journey from Silicon Valley to creating "WeGive," a platform that revolutionizes how nonprofits manage donations and engage with donors. He emphasizes the power of personalization at scale in fundraising and how a deeper connection with donors can enhance retention and impact.
Topics We Cover:
- Jonathan's journey from Silicon Valley to the nonprofit world
- The inspiration behind creating "WeGive" and its core functionalities
- The philosophy of "freely you've received, so freely give" and its impact on nonprofit work
- Challenges of achieving personalization at scale in nonprofit fundraising.
- How "We Give" compares to "Shopify for nonprofits" in managing donations and donor interactions
- The importance of meaningful, personalized communication in retaining donors.
- The role of digital tools in enhancing donor engagement and creating personalized donor experiences
- Strategies for nonprofits to use raw, authentic content to connect with their audience
To Learn More and Connect with Jonathan:
WeGive Website
Jonathan Beck on LinkedIn
E-Mail Jonathan@WeGive.com