Shape the System

Josh Bloomfield - Givecloud

Episode Summary

Josh Bloomfield - Givecloud

Episode Notes

About the Guest(s):

Josh Bloomfield is the Founder and CEO of GiveCloud, a remote-first company aiming to transform how nonprofits operate and connect with donors. Based in Ottawa, Canada, currently residing in Florida with family, Josh’s career began immediately post-high school when he ventured into building grant management software for the US government. His experiences range from developing enterprise applications and security to gaining insights into user experience. Josh's vision was initially inspired by his entrepreneurial family, particularly his grandfather and father, who owned and operated a renowned local bakery. He aimed to apply technological advancements to under-resourced entrepreneurs, eventually leading to the inception of GiveCloud in 2017. Under Josh's leadership, GiveCloud now supports thousands of nonprofits globally to deepen donor relationships via enhanced digital fundraising tools.

Episode Summary:

In this engaging episode of Shape the System, host Vincent Turner interviews Josh Bloomfield, the innovative mind behind GiveCloud, a company dedicated to aiding nonprofits in maximizing their digital fundraising efforts. The discussion traverses Josh's unique professional journey from developing government software straight out of high school to founding GiveCloud with a mission-driven purpose. Josh's passion for using technology as a means to empower nonprofits, specifically in optimizing their interactions with donors, takes center stage. This episode is a treasure trove for anyone interested in learning about the intersection of commerce principles, technology, and charitable giving.

Throughout the episode, Josh delves into the intricacies of nonprofit operations, comparing them to eCommerce logistics and emphasizing the vital impact of modernizing digital fundraising techniques. Key themes include the transformative power of donor engagement, the art of ‘trust raising’ over traditional fundraising, and the necessity of nonprofits adopting efficient business practices to enhance their impact. Josh's insights reveal the challenges and opportunities facing the nonprofit sector in embracing technology and the potential shifts required to connect more deeply with their donor base.

Key Takeaways:

• Nonprofits lag in adopting modern digital fundraising tactics, similar to eCommerce businesses.
• There's a significant opportunity for nonprofits to enhance donor engagement through better technology and a focus on impact-driven donations.
• The charity sector can benefit from leveraging principles used in behavioral economics and technology design to increase donation levels.
• Nonprofit organizations could enhance their operational efficiency by emulating smart business practices.
• There is a burgeoning trend for for-profit companies to incorporate philanthropic efforts directly into their business models.

Notable Quotes:

1. "We are a team of people doing our life's best work, trying to help nonprofits do their life's best work." – Josh Bloomfield
2. "There's a lot of risk to having a lot of your finances come through a single channel." – Josh Bloomfield
3. "What if we could at least make the donation experience 100 times better, make it feel more human, make it feel more delightful?" – Josh Bloomfield
4. "A delighted donor becomes a more devoted donor." – Josh Bloomfield
5. "We want to be the platform that enables true connection to impact." – Josh Bloomfield

Resources:

• GiveCloud: The company's official website.
• Charity Water: A nonprofit mentioned as a benchmark for operationalizing impact connectivity.
• Steve Jobs and Apple: Referenced for their influence on technology and product design.

As a listener, this episode provides profound insights into revolutionizing nonprofit operations through technology. Tune in to learn how GiveCloud is pioneering innovative solutions to bridge nonprofits and their donor communities. Stay connected to Shape the System for more enlightening stories that challenge conventional systems.

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