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What the Fundraising

Mallory Erickson

Booking Overview

An interview-led nonprofit fundraising and leadership show featuring senior development executives, consultants, and personal or professional development experts, alongside occasional solo episodes from the host. PR agencies could credibly pitch nonprofit executives, higher-education fundraising leaders, partnership and consulting specialists, authors, researchers, and speakers with practical frameworks relevant to impact organizations; booking difficulty is medium.

Metrics

Episodes: 338

Frequency: Weekly

Rating: 4.9/5.0

Estimated listeners: 1,000 - 10,000

Listener location: USA

YouTube: 582 subscribers

Instagram: 4.4k followers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

mallory@malloryerickson.com

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Host

Mallory Erickson - Nonprofit fundraising strategist, author, speaker, and host focused on modern fundraising, leadership, organizational change, and sustainable growth in the social impact sector.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium
Typical Credentials:  
Experienced nonprofit or higher-education leaders, fundraising professionals, consultants, educators, authors, researchers, and recognized speakers with practical expertise in leadership, personal development, organizational effectiveness, or social impact.
Required Achievements:  
Senior leadership experience in nonprofit or higher-education organizations, Established consulting or educational practice, Published books or recognized research, Speaking credentials such as TEDx experience

Recent Guest Discussions

Jay E. Davenport - Donor Engagement, Alumni Relations, Fundraising Leadership, Change Management, Institutional Tradition, Relationship Building, And 1,000-day Organizational Planning.

Cindy Wagman - Content Partnerships, Technology Partnerships, Consulting Businesses, Speaking Opportunities, Referral Relationships, Artificial Intelligence, Intellectual Property, Privacy, And Sustainable Professional Growth.

Recent Topics

Nonprofit, Fundraising, Nonprofit Leadership, Donor Engagement, Social Impact

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
What the Fundraising
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330: AI for Nonprofits: How to Start with the Problem, Not the Technology with Naomi Morenzoni

October 13, 2026

Technology is rapidly reshaping how organizations create social impact, and AI is emerging as a powerful force for change. Naomi Morenzoni is Senior Vice President of Corporate Philanthropy and Employee Impact at Salesforce, where she leads corporate giving, employee volunteering, matching programs, and sustainability initiatives. With 14 years at Salesforce, Naomi brings a unique perspective on using business as a platform for community change. She also oversees initiatives such as the Sale...

329: How to Stop Making Assumptions About Your Donors and Asking Better Questions with Kyle Buchmann

October 06, 2026

Asking better questions and leaning into uncomfortable moments can help teams build real trust and connect deeply with donors! Kyle Buchmann, Senior Vice President at Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association, shares practical lessons from his long career in higher-education fundraising. He joined the Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association in 2012, moving up from leading the engineering development team to his current role as Senior Vice President. Drawing on his experience managing...

328: How Nonprofits Can Use AI Without Amplifying Bad Culture with Tim Lockie

September 29, 2026

When modern technology fails to solve an organization's friction, the root cause is rarely the software; it is the human systems behind it. This episode reframes digital transformation, proving that operational harmony relies far more on culture, mindset, and people than on shiny digital products. Meet Tim Lockie, who brings over 20 years of experience working inside and outside the nonprofit sector. As a human-centric tech and AI expert, Tim has spent his career helping organizations bridge...

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Frequently asked questions

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What the Fundraising
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How do I get in touch with What the Fundraising?

What the Fundraising is hosted by Mallory Erickson. Its publicly listed email is mallory@malloryerickson.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for What the Fundraising?

The publicly listed email for What the Fundraising: mallory@malloryerickson.com.

How many listeners does What the Fundraising have?

Podseeker estimates What the Fundraising reaches 1,000 to 10,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for What the Fundraising?

What the Fundraising typically books industry leaders. Typical guest background: Experienced nonprofit or higher-education leaders, fundraising professionals, consultants, educators, authors, researchers, and recognized speakers with practical expertise in leadership, personal development, organizational effectiveness, or social impact. Common among recent guests: Senior leadership experience in nonprofit or higher-education organizations; Established consulting or educational practice; Published books or recognized research. Recent guests include Jay E. Davenport and Cindy Wagman.

How hard is it to get booked on What the Fundraising?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does What the Fundraising cover?

Recent episodes cover Nonprofit, Fundraising, Nonprofit Leadership, Donor Engagement, and Social Impact. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

mallory@malloryerickson.com

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