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The Fundraising.AI Podcast

Welcome to Fundraising.AI, your guide to navigating the ethical landscape of nonprofit fundraising and artificial intelligence. In this podcast, we explore the intricate intersection where philanthropy meets technology, delving into Responsible and Beneficial AI practices and their impact on fundraising endeavors.

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Join us for engaging discussions with industry experts and thought leaders.

Transparent Fundraising Strategies

Building trust and accountability in donor relationships.

AI for Social Impact

Harnessing technology to drive meaningful change and amplify impact.

Data Privacy and Security

Safeguarding donor information in an increasingly digital world.

Ethical AI Development

Crafting algorithms that prioritize fairness, transparency, and inclusivity.

Collaborative Initiatives

Exploring partnerships that promote Responsible and Beneficial AI adoption and innovation.

For every role

Whether you’re a nonprofit professional, fundraiser, or technology enthusiast, Fundraising.AI equips you with actionable insights and best practices.

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Episode 97: The $1B Solo Nonprofit with Meena Das

Imagine a world where one person and a cluster of algorithms run a billion-dollar charity. It sounds like science fiction, but as AI reshapes philanthropy, this hyper-efficient reality may be closer than we think.

October 1, 2026

Episode 96: A Better Way: Donor-Centric AI with Derric Bakker

As AI changes the way nonprofits connect with donors, the big question is: can technology make fundraising more personal, not less? Derric Bakker, CEO at DickersonBakker, explores how fundraising has moved from personal, relationship-based work to more transactional communication.

August 20, 2026

Episode 93: AI Is a Capability, Not just a Technology with Judah Phillips

Have you ever considered what the bigger risk is? Adapting the wrong AI tool or waiting too long to get started? Since predictive, generative, and agentic AI continue to alter how organizations operate, understanding how these different technologies complement one another is of utmost importance.

July 24, 2026

Episode 92: Giving USA and AI in Fundraising

AI is changing the way we work, create, and make decisions, but are we ready for the changes ahead? From privacy concerns to powerful new AI tools, this conversation explores what the future may look like!

July 22, 2026

Episode 89: Managing the Wild Pace of AI Shifts

Behind every new AI breakthrough lies a bigger question: who benefits, who loses, and what comes next? In this conversation, Nathan and Scott explore some of the biggest debates shaping the future of artificial intelligence.

July 1, 2026

Meet your hosts

Nathan Chappell and Scott Rosenkrans

Nathan Chappell

Nathan Chappell

Founder, Fundraising.AI

Nathan is widely recognized as a leading authority on the intersection of artificial intelligence and philanthropy. He co-authored the award-winning Generosity Crisis and Nonprofit AI, and he founded Fundraising.AI to promote responsible and beneficial AI adoption in the nonprofit space.

Scott Rosenkrans

Scott Rosenkrans

VP of AI Innovation, DonorSearch Ai

Scott began his journey in the nonprofit sector twelve years ago as a prospect researcher. He became interested in predictive modeling and data analytics, and began to create an immense commitment to delivering tailor-made machine learning models to nonprofits.

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