Reviews
I recently started following this podcast after landing a new job in Communications and Fundraising at a nonprofit. I don’t have any prior fundraising experience, but finding this podcast makes me feel much more prepared to do a good job. I like how all the episodes are extremely practical, after...Read full review »
maguishu via Apple Podcasts · Netherlands · 02/20/24
If you want to understand how a fundraising flywheel creates the momentum your fundraising needs. Then subscribe to The Build Good podcast. This podcast is full of great advice and practical tips on how to embed a flywheel. If your fundraising needs to be manageable and deliver results, so...Read full review »
Mac dikaron via Apple Podcasts · Great Britain · 02/04/24
The podcast goes deep into digital marketing and traditional fundraising. For someone with a background in digital marketing and sales in the for-profit world, this is a great podcast to help transfer over the knowledge to the nonprofit sector. Not only described the high level information, but...Read full review »
Nurse Chris 03 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 02/03/24
Every Saturday morning, as my dad flips pancakes, he’s tuned into the BuildGood Podcast. He says it’s his secret ingredient for the perfect breakfast - a mix of heartwarming stories and smart fundraising tips. I think the real secret is in the syrup, but hey, who am I to argue? The pancakes are...Read full review »
VIPBUNS via Apple Podcasts · Canada · 01/30/24
I only recently moved to North America and navigating through the fundraising field in this part of the world is new to me. Luckily, I got introduced to the BuildGood podcast early on. It’s been my go-to place to acquire new knowledge on nonprofit fundraising in Canada and the US. Mike brings...Read full review »
fundraisingforgood via Apple Podcasts · Canada · 01/26/24
This show is a gold mine of practical help for fundraisers and those in the development space. Every episode is super practical and applicable. Their framework is just what I have needed as I have entered full time as a fundraiser.
inthethickofit via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 01/24/24
I listen to The Build Good Podcast on my way to work and it never fails to inspires me to be a better fundraiser. Mike Duerkson and guests share tips and tricks on fundraising you can actually put to use, right away!
D33SS3 via Apple Podcasts · Canada · 01/23/24
I love BuildGoods approach to fundraising and the podcast. Even as someone who has been in fundraising for over a decade I love coming back to the fundamentals with their podcasts as well as staying sharp with new bits along the way. Mike clarifies the guests well without speaking over them, the...Read full review »
JGolby10 via Apple Podcasts · Canada · 01/22/24
As someone working in the non-profit sector, the insight Mike shares has provided great tips in my work to continue to grow funding for the community resources my offers.
Singles123 via Apple Podcasts · Canada · 01/19/24
This is definitely a top 5 podcast for any fundraiser! The flywheel framework helps keep content structured and actionable. Plus the real-world examples are insightful and inspiring.
benstewart via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 01/18/24
Mike Duerksen has become one of the strongest voices for good fundraising in Canada…and everywhere else, quite frankly. The Buildgood Podcast offers incredibly practical guidance for those doing annual giving fundraising, whether you’re someone who works as a fundraiser as part of a large...Read full review »
sk4001 via Apple Podcasts · Canada · 01/15/24
Mike and Louis are incredible. They share 1) up-to-date best practices (you can take these to the bank) 2) perform TESTING on a regular basis, so they're consistently improving fundraising strategy… and YOU GET THOSE INSIGHTS 3) don’t talk theory (the fundraising space has too much of...Read full review »
DbabyWallace via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 01/08/24
I’ve been a huge admirer of all that Mike puts out to the world for sometime now - his insightful podcast with excellent guests has become a go to of mine. Fundraising plus donor engagement is a tricky subject, and I truly believe Mike and team are at the forefront of a movement back into...Read full review »
FRS VV via Apple Podcasts · Canada · 01/04/24
Mike Duerksen is an excellent listener and takes the mystery out of raising money. From listening to engaging to asking to celebrating to reporting back he never skips a step. Have a listen!
COOL BOI 1 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 01/03/24
BuildGood has an amazing way of making even the most complex of nonprofit practices easy to learn and understand. I always come away from an episode with something new to try, a new perspective, and/or a lot of excitement! Mike and his guests never fail to make me want to roll up my sleeves and...Read full review »
kdtechnologies via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 01/03/24
As a new fundraiser, I was overwhelmed with the number of resources are available. Finding the BuildGood podcast was such a relief! Each episode covers a different topic with new insights, all while instilling the fundraising fly wheel fundamentals. It has allowed me to focus on one topic at a...Read full review »
Jewel J. M. via Apple Podcasts · Canada · 01/03/24
Mike does a great job of breaking down fundraising systems in an accessible way, giving practical, actionable advice
CalinDC via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 04/07/23
Build Good has been an excellent resource for both “tried an true” as well as trendy strategic fundraising techniques. My drive to work is a little more than an hour and Build Good has made my car a masters classroom. The 5 minute fix is exceptional!
Catman520 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 12/03/22
Build Good popped up at a time where fundraising felt like an impossible task. Our org was scaling back, our team had gone part time and we felt like we had tried everything and nothing worked. This podcast has been so incredibly encouraging and inspirational. I have learnt that our focus needed...Read full review »
Geomo2190 via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 10/18/22
Between road trips and office time I’ve been lucky to listen to almost all of these podcasts and each one has been a fun learning experience. Mike brings on the best guests and asks the best questions. I love that he takes notes through the interview and them shares the top points at the end....Read full review »
Dan in Monrovia via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 06/26/22
I love the variety of guests and the focus on the body of research and best practices within fundraising. Highly recommended!
Adam Breininger via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/24/21
A must listen for anyone in the nonprofit sector. Mike covers the topics you didn’t know you needed to hear. His next question is always the one I have in my head. The content feels friendly and attainable and leaves me inspired to try something new!
Rachel Bearbower via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 02/04/21
I greatly appreciate Mike Duerksen’s Build Good podcast and listen to almost every episode, taking notes of tips and strategies to help improve my work in fundraising and donor relations. He is an excellent interviewer, guiding the conversation in a coherent way that keeps it interesting and on...Read full review »
CleverGuy64 via Apple Podcasts · Canada · 01/14/21
From a small NPO in South Africa, we have found this to be so incredibly valuable for us. Thank you for sharing your wealth of knowledge and experience!
JessBester via Apple Podcasts · South Africa · 03/31/20
Mike is an industry expert who has fantastic guests on each episode. Each episode is filled with practical advice and great insight. I highly recommend giving this podcast a listen!
Robyn Mays via Apple Podcasts · South Africa · 03/24/20
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