Nonprofit Storytelling & Events That Inspire Giving | Ada O’Quain Interview

In this episode of The Focused Fundraiser, Rob Burke sits down with Ada O’Quain, Donor Engagement Manager at the Foundation at Lake Charles Memorial Hospital. Ada shares her journey into nonprofit fundraising, the lessons she’s learned navigating burnout, hurricanes, and community challenges in Southwest Louisiana, and how she keeps her focus on what matters most.

You’ll learn how to: • Balance donor storytelling with statistics to inspire giving. • Build lasting donor relationships through intentional communication. • Run effective fundraising events without burning out your team. • Segment and personalize donor outreach to keep major, mid-level, and recurring donors engaged. • Stay organized with time-blocking, calendars, and automation tools.

If you’re a fundraiser looking for practical strategies and encouragement, this episode will give you fresh ideas and a reminder of why your work matters.

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