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Apr 2024
22m 40s

Fundraising During an Election Year: Wha...

Nonprofit Fundraising & Marketing Podcast by Pursuant
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It’s hard to miss the fact that 2024 is an election year. The presidential race is dominating news cycles and social media, but what does it mean for your fundraising efforts? On this episode of the Go Beyond Fundraising podcast, we talk with Allegiance Group + Pursuant Chief Strategy Officer Trent Ricker about what nonprofits can expect. Organizations ofte ... Show More
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