FundingThePerformingArtsPodcast
Ep202 - DevinFletcher
This podcast episode features our conversation with Mr. Devin Fletcher, Founder and Executive Director of Imperial Dynasty Performing Arts in New Castle County, Delaware. Devin talked with us about how he transformed a community-based grassroots drill-team into a perennial WGI finalist in a few short years through the use of foundation grants, corporate sponsorships, and other financial support.
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9/13/2019
Ep 309 - The Problem(s) with Conventional Fundraising
In this episode, we discuss the (many) issues and limitations with conventional fundraising for arts programs.'Conventional Fundraising' could be defined as transactions that begin with "Would you mind buying this overpriced thingy to help my kids' band program?..."I also spend a little time reflecting about my own fundraising experiences as a kid in my high school band program, as well as remember an important mentor that left us this week.NOTE - the car wash in the Episode's image is NOT one of the fundraising tactics that are a part of this issue. In fact I wholeheartedly support car washes for a lot of reason, if for no other reason than the fun and bonding that it brings about.
9/3/2019
Ep 308 - Accountability and Staying on Track (for Students)
In this episode, we discuss how students (and grown ups) are moved and motivated by just KNOWING that someone is monitoring, assessing, and measuring the outcome of any task.We also explore this topic in this associated blog post here - https://blog.fansraise.com/the-real-reason-students-respond-to-measurement-and-accountability
8/27/2019
Ep 307 - Skepticism and "Nay-Sayers"
Ever have an exciting idea get "poo-poo-ed" by others in your decision chain?It stinks, especially when the nay-sayers are operating from a place of irrationality and lack of information.In this episode, we discuss how to get great ideas off the ground, and build consensus for the things you want to do.Obviously this applies to a lot more than "FansRaise"...