Listen "#116 | How Great Fundraisers Build Trust and Transform Communities W/ Rachel Simon"
Episode Synopsis
What separates a good fundraiser from a truly transformative one? In this episode, Kyle sits down with Rachel Simon, MBA, MS, CFRE , a powerhouse in the world of community impact and philanthropy, to unpack how authentic relationships, deep trust, and shared purpose can turn fundraising into a movement for change.
Rachel shares her journey from early career challenges to leading record-breaking campaigns that didn’t just raise money, they rebuilt confidence, culture, and connection within entire communities. Together, she and Kyle explore what it really means to lead with empathy, create donor partnerships rooted in trust, and sustain generosity even in uncertain times.
If you’ve ever wondered how to inspire people to give, not out of obligation, but out of belief, this episode is your blueprint.
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Rachel shares her journey from early career challenges to leading record-breaking campaigns that didn’t just raise money, they rebuilt confidence, culture, and connection within entire communities. Together, she and Kyle explore what it really means to lead with empathy, create donor partnerships rooted in trust, and sustain generosity even in uncertain times.
If you’ve ever wondered how to inspire people to give, not out of obligation, but out of belief, this episode is your blueprint.
Order Your Copy of Contagious Culture: Creating an Ecosystem of Academic Excellence
Subscribe & Leave a Review to The Contagious Culture Podcast
Subscribe to Apple Podcasts
📞 Schedule Your Call Here
🖥️ Visit The Website
👉🏽 Connect with Kyle on LinkedIn
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