How Nonprofits Can Use AI to Reach More Donors and Build Stronger Giving Strategies- Nonprofit MBA 9.6
Nonprofit organizations are operating in an increasingly competitive funding environment. As donor behavior changes and fundraising channels evolve, executive directors and nonprofit finance leaders are being forced to rethink how they attract supporters, communicate impact, and maintain long-term financial stability. In this conversation, Stephen Halasnik, Managing Partner of Financing Solutions (a leading provider of lines of credit to nonprofits), speaks with Catherine LaCour, CEO and Executive Director of Blackbaud Giving Fund, about how artificial intelligence is reshaping nonprofit fundraising, donor discovery, and organizational visibility.
For many nonprofits, the challenge is no longer simply raising money. It is becoming discoverable, trustworthy, and relevant in an AI-driven world where donors increasingly rely on recommendation engines, workplace giving platforms, and conversational search tools to decide where to give.
About Stephen Halasnik, Financing Solutions
Stephen Halasnik is the co-founder of Financing Solutions, the largest provider of lines of credit to small nonprofits in the United States. With over 15 years of experience, he has worked with thousands of organizations navigating financial and operational challenges.
About Catherine LaCour, CEO and Executive Director of The Blackbaud Giving Fund
Catherine LaCour is a purpose-driven executive with more than 25 years of experience transforming organizations and advancing social impact. She serves as the Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director of The Blackbaud Giving Fund, leading its mission to connect people to the causes they care about worldwide.
Prior to this role, Catherine served as Chief Marketing Officer at Blackbaud, leading global brand and marketing, corporate communications, and lifecycle marketing initiatives.
Listen to the Podcast HERE
