In this episode, Tim Sarrantonio sits down with Kathy Kempf, founder of Nuclavis, to explore the evolving world of peer-to-peer fundraising. From the rise of creative event models like pickleball tournaments and ice hockey to the transformative role of mobile apps, Kathy shares how nonprofits can inspire supporters and drive deeper engagement.

You’ll also hear:

• Abby Jarvis break down this month’s “Big Number” on peer-to-peer participation trends.
• A Generosity Spectrum segment on the psychology of giving and why swag might do more harm than good.

• The Psychology of Swag: Incentives can unintentionally cheapen giving when they shift motivation from impact to transaction.
• Peer-to-Peer Fundraising as a Front Door: Kathy explains how peer-to-peer acts as a porch to invite new audiences to a cause, turning fundraisers into advocates and donors into a community.
• Mobile-First Experiences Are Essential: With over 70% of traffic coming from mobile, younger generations expect frictionless app experiences, from instant credit for gifts to augmented reality mission moments.
• Mission Connection Drives Retention: Augmented reality gardens (like the Alzheimer’s Promise Garden) and interactive learning (like CPR videos) deepen emotional ties and boost fundraising.
• Walks Are Foundational: Despite economic uncertainty, community walks remain resilient pillars of engagement.

Show Notes and Resources

• Nuclavis Website
• Moja Tu (Kathy's nonprofit)
• 2025 Peer-to-Peer Fundraising Study
• Social Fundraising by Katrina VanHuss and Otis Fulton, PhD
• Dream Big Summit 2025 - register!

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In this heart-centered episode of The Generosity Experience, we go beyond traditional definitions of giving to explore what generosity feels like in real life. Host Sam Nyland sits down with Eric Guzman, leader at Together for Youth, to unpack how rebranding isn’t just a marketing exercise—it’s a call to community.

Eric shares how their new name, Together for Youth, embodies a broader, more inclusive view of generosity—one that honors time, talent, and relationship-building just as much as financial donations. From everyday moments that reignite his passion to how his team leverages Neon One tools to stay connected with data and mission, Eric brings practical insight and deep empathy.

Inside this episode:

• The story behind Together for Youth’s rebrand—and how it reflects their commitment to community-first values
• A behind-the-scenes look at how their team uses Neon One dashboards and data to fuel impact
• Surprising patterns in donor and volunteer engagement since adopting new tools
• Eric’s take on measuring success through connection, not just KPIs

Plus, we kick off this month’s Product With Purpose segment with Laura Block, who shares new volunteer tracking features designed to recognize generosity in all its forms.

We close with a listener-submitted Nonprofit Hotline question and a sneak peek into our next conversation on dreaming big with Kathy Kempff.

Show Notes and Resources

• Together for Youth
• Volunteer Upgrades Webinar
• Neon CRM Material Tracking Guide

In our premiere episode of The Generosity Experience, we start with a powerful reminder from Abby Jarvis: 96.9% of donors give under $5,000 annually. What does that reveal about the everyday donor—and why does it matter? Abby breaks it down in our first “Big Number” segment.

Then, Tim Sarrantonio sits down with Rachel D’Souza, founder of Gladiator Consulting, to explore the idea of reciprocal generosity. Sparked by a hallway conversation at AFPICON, Rachel unpacks how generosity becomes transformational when it’s mutual—not just monetary. From small habits that lead to big change to her favorite “generosity recipe,” Rachel brings both clarity and heart.

We close with a reflection on The Generosity Spectrum—where theory meets tools—and a preview of what’s to come in future episodes.

Show Notes and Resources

• Episode 1 Discussion Guide
• Gladiator Consulting
• Community-Centric Fundraising Principles
• Neon One's Generosity Report

Pull up a chair. There’s always room for one more in this conversation. 🎧 Listen on Apple, Spotify, YouTube, and more.