The Fundraisinglens Podcast https://Fundraisinglens.podbean.com Welcome to The Fundraising Lens — the podcast where fundraising gets brought into focus. Hosted by Greg Potent, each episode explores the stories, strategies, triumphs, and tough lessons behind the world of philanthropy and nonprofit leadership.

From capital campaigns and donor psychology to board governance, storytelling, digital fundraising, and sector trends, The Fundraising Lens features candid conversations with fundraisers, CEOs, creatives, consultants, and changemakers from Australia and around the globe.

Every guest brings their own lens to the sector: the campaigns that soared 🚀, the ideas that flopped spectacularly 💥, and the insights that reshaped how they think about generosity and impact.

Whether you’re a new or seasoned fundraiser, a nonprofit leader, or simply curious about what inspires people to give, this podcast offers practical ideas, fresh perspectives, and the occasional beautifully chaotic fundraising confession.

Because fundraising isn’t just about asking for money.
It’s about people, purpose, and the stories that connect them. 🎧

]]> Wed, 05 Aug 2026 21:20:19 -0300 https://podbean.com/?v=5.5 en Copyright 2026 All rights reserved. Business:Non-Profit 1440 episodic Fundraisinglens Fundraisinglens No false https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/22324309/Untitled_design_1_8o2ig.png The Fundraisinglens Podcast https://Fundraisinglens.podbean.com 144 144 The Fundraising Lens Episode 1: Raising the Standard: The Future of Fundraising with Katherine Raskob The Fundraising Lens Episode 1: Raising the Standard: The Future of Fundraising with Katherine Raskob https://Fundraisinglens.podbean.com/e/the-fundraising-lens-episode-1-raising-the-standard-the-future-of-fundraising-with-katherine-raskob/ https://Fundraisinglens.podbean.com/e/the-fundraising-lens-episode-1-raising-the-standard-the-future-of-fundraising-with-katherine-raskob/#comments Wed, 05 Aug 2026 21:20:19 -0300 Fundraisinglens.podbean.com/d815959b-52ba-3521-8c74-c233e8fde085 What does the future of fundraising look like across Australia and New Zealand? And how do we build a stronger, more trusted, and more influential fundraising profession?

In the very first episode of The Fundraising Lens, host Greg Potent sits down with Katherine Raskob, CEO of the Fundraising Institute Australasia, for an insightful conversation about the state of the sector and where it's headed.

With more than 25 years of experience across commercial, government, and for-purpose organisations, Katherine shares her journey into fundraising leadership, the evolution of the Fundraising Institute Australasia following the merger with New Zealand, and why professional fundraising has never been more important.

Together, Greg and Katherine explore:

• Katherine's career journey and what inspired her to lead the Fundraising Institute Australasia. • The role of fundraising in strengthening communities across Australia and New Zealand. • The biggest challenges facing fundraisers today, including cost of living pressures, donor trust, regulation, and digital disruption. • How Australasia compares with fundraising around the world and where the biggest opportunities lie. • The impact of artificial intelligence, technology, and changing donor expectations. • Whether human connection will always remain at the heart of fundraising. • Katherine's advice for the next generation of fundraisers and her message to experienced professionals across the sector.

Whether you're a seasoned fundraising leader, new to the profession, a charity executive, board member, volunteer, or simply passionate about creating impact, this episode offers practical insights and an optimistic vision for the future.

About The Fundraising Lens

The Fundraising Lens explores the people, ideas, and challenges shaping the future of giving across Australia and New Zealand. Each episode features conversations with leaders from across the charitable sector, sharing their experiences, lessons, and ideas to help strengthen fundraising for the future.

If you enjoyed this episode, follow The Fundraising Lens, leave a review, and share it with your colleagues.

Have feedback or a suggestion for a future guest?

📧 thefundraisinglens@outlook.com

Because every great cause starts with a conversation... and sometimes, all it takes is the courage to ask.

]]> What does the future of fundraising look like across Australia and New Zealand? And how do we build a stronger, more trusted, and more influential fundraising profession?

In the very first episode of The Fundraising Lens, host Greg Potent sits down with Katherine Raskob, CEO of the Fundraising Institute Australasia, for an insightful conversation about the state of the sector and where it's headed.

With more than 25 years of experience across commercial, government, and for-purpose organisations, Katherine shares her journey into fundraising leadership, the evolution of the Fundraising Institute Australasia following the merger with New Zealand, and why professional fundraising has never been more important.

Together, Greg and Katherine explore:

• Katherine's career journey and what inspired her to lead the Fundraising Institute Australasia.
• The role of fundraising in strengthening communities across Australia and New Zealand.
• The biggest challenges facing fundraisers today, including cost of living pressures, donor trust, regulation, and digital disruption.
• How Australasia compares with fundraising around the world and where the biggest opportunities lie.
• The impact of artificial intelligence, technology, and changing donor expectations.
• Whether human connection will always remain at the heart of fundraising.
• Katherine's advice for the next generation of fundraisers and her message to experienced professionals across the sector.

Whether you're a seasoned fundraising leader, new to the profession, a charity executive, board member, volunteer, or simply passionate about creating impact, this episode offers practical insights and an optimistic vision for the future.

About The Fundraising Lens

The Fundraising Lens explores the people, ideas, and challenges shaping the future of giving across Australia and New Zealand. Each episode features conversations with leaders from across the charitable sector, sharing their experiences, lessons, and ideas to help strengthen fundraising for the future.

If you enjoyed this episode, follow The Fundraising Lens, leave a review, and share it with your colleagues.

Have feedback or a suggestion for a future guest?

📧 thefundraisinglens@outlook.com

Because every great cause starts with a conversation... and sometimes, all it takes is the courage to ask.

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