This episode of What the Fundraising Mallory is joined by Tesha McCord Poe, founder of Joy Raising, in a compelling conversation about incorporating joy, hope, and dignity into fundraising and DEIB (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging) efforts! Tesha brings her deep-rooted passion for educational equity and her lived experiences as a Black woman, parent, and fundraising professional to a heartfelt conversation about reshaping nonprofit practices. Tesha McCord Poe is an accomplished educator and fundraiser, who leverages her legal, business, and nonprofit expertise to drive impactful change in fundraising and DEIB initiatives. She began her career as a frontline fundraiser for small private schools in the Bay Area, a role that her experience as a parent helped shape. In 2019, she founded Joy Raising, a consultancy dedicated to innovative fundraising and inclusive practices in DEIB work.

In this episode, you will be able to:

• Understand the role of joy in fundraising and DEIB efforts.


• Recognize the power of hope in donor engagement.


• Acknowledge the dignity in giving and receiving support.


• Embrace the need for adaptability in fundraising strategies.


• Discover how gratitude and hope can create equitable fundraising practices.

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