Podcast Guest
Appearances
Let’s Build…
A Planned Giving Program
Chris McGown and host Mike Slaton of Slaton Consulting work through the Planned Giving process while looking at how to reflect the important elements and steps within the popular CRM, Little Green Light (LGL). They start with the foundational elements of gift acceptance policies and entry procedures all the way through prospect identification, cultivation, and solicitation. Even providing best practices for entering the estate gift once it finally arrives.
Funding the Future NOW
Chris McGown and host Dr. Randy Dirks move through answers to questions which too often hold back non-profits from an effective planned giving program. And, have a bit of fun answering questions about wins, mistakes, unplugging, and more.
Profiting With Non Profits
Chris McGown and host Sean Littman catch up and chat in an unscripted episode full of fun and insights.
We cover a lot of territory, but the gist of all of it comes down to three simple points:
1) Your Nonprofit 𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐝𝐬 𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐝 𝐠𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠.
2) 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐝𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐫𝐬 𝐝𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐞 to know YOUR nonprofit 𝑐𝑎𝑛 𝑎𝑐𝑐𝑒𝑝𝑡 planned gifts (and you’d be surprised how many don’t).
3) Planned Giving 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐢𝐬 𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐛𝐥𝐞 for your mission.
Nonprofit Science
In this episode, Chris joins founder & host, Sheela Mahajan, to talk about (you guessed it) planned giving.
We cover a lot in our conversation, but focus on tried-and-true, practical tips and information for nonprofit professionals looking to launch or grow their efforts.
People in Fundraising
Together, host Tim Wilson and Peak 9860’s Chris McGown discuss a wide range of topics in their time together. Including:
How planned giving has changed over Chris’ 30+ year career.
De-mystifying a few common planned giving misconceptions.
Why “tyranny of the urgent” is the greatest obstacle to planned giving success.
The AI Dude
Together, Josh and Chris discuss the evolving role of AI in planned giving, from identifying prospects to crafting personalized messaging, and the critical importance of transparency and trust when integrating AI into nonprofit strategies. Chris shares heartfelt stories of donor relationships that underscore the power of human connection in inspiring legacy gifts.
Nonprofit 411
Sarah Barton hosts Chris McGown to dive into the world of planned giving for nonprofits. Chris explains how planned giving, like gifts through wills and life insurance, can create lasting impact for nonprofits by fostering deeper donor relationships and providing sustainable funding. With practical tips, Chris discusses how nonprofits can introduce planned giving without complexity and shows how even smaller nonprofits can engage their loyal supporters in leaving legacies.
Sunday Afternoon
Smokes
Veteran podcast host, Chris Strothers, leads a casual conversation over a wide range of topics that includes planned giving topics for nonprofits of all sizes. This long-form series focuses on genuine conversations with guests over great cigars.
Holy Donuts
Ever feel like you're doing everything to engage planned giving donors, but still coming up short? You've probably been told to bombard them with complex planned giving information, leaving you feeling frustrated and overwhelmed by the lack of results. It's like trying to bake the perfect donut and ending up with an empty jelly center. Sound familiar? Let's flip the script and find a better way to connect with planned giving donors for real impact and donor retention.
Host Matt Lombardi talks with Chris McGown for a refreshing and accessible approach to navigating the world of nonprofit fundraising. His emphasis on integrity in organizational policies and his ability to debunk the myths surrounding planned giving make him an invaluable asset for nonprofits seeking to establish meaningful connections with their planned giving donors.
Motivation Monday
Contrary to what you may have heard, incorporating planned giving into your fundraising doesn’t have to be complex. Quite the opposite, you can use what you already have in place.
Host Pamela Grow and guest Chris McGown walk you through the steps your nonprofit needs to go through to launch (or relaunch) a successful planned giving program. No special training is required and the financial cost is extremely low. The time is now to capitalize on this massive inter-generational wealth transfer.