The Future of Fundraising Isn't Human or Artificial —
It's Human + Artificial.
Discover how AI can help you build stronger relationships, work smarter, personalize engagement, and create greater impact — without losing the human connection that matters most.
Early readers love it
Casey Snyder
Bots,
Brains &
Big Gifts
How AI and Human Intelligence
Transform Fundraising
What This Book Is About
Bots, Brains, and Big Gifts is a groundbreaking exploration of how artificial intelligence and human intelligence work together to transform every dimension of fundraising — from relationship-building and donor strategy to communication, organizational culture, and long-term growth.
Written for fundraisers, nonprofit executives, advancement professionals, and curious business leaders, this book is deliberately practical, approachable, and forward-thinking. You don't need a computer science degree to benefit from it. You need a willingness to think differently about the tools available to you.
The Bots, Brains & Big Gifts team draws on years of frontline fundraising experience to show you not just what AI can do — but exactly how to use it to raise more money, build deeper relationships, and lead your organization into a future where technology and humanity aren't in competition. They're in partnership.
What You'll Learn
Eight transformative areas covered in depth — each one designed to give you an immediate, practical edge.
Understanding AI in Simple Language
Cut through the jargon and get a clear, practical understanding of what AI is, how it works, and why it matters for your work.
Finding Hidden Opportunities with Data
Learn to use AI-powered analytics to surface insights buried in your donor data that human eyes would never catch.
Building Stronger Donor Relationships
Discover how AI can help you listen better, respond faster, and personalize every touchpoint in the donor journey.
Personalizing Outreach at Scale
Deliver the right message to the right donor at the right moment — without hiring a team of ten.
Ethical Use of AI
Navigate the moral landscape of AI in fundraising with a clear framework for responsible, human-centered deployment.
Future-Proofing Your Career
Position yourself as an indispensable leader in an AI-augmented world by building skills that compound over time.
Practical Tools & Real-World Examples
Walk away with a toolkit of AI platforms, prompts, and workflows you can implement in your organization this week.
Creating Greater Impact with Smarter Decisions
Use AI to allocate resources more effectively, prioritize the right prospects, and maximize every dollar raised.
Inside the Book
Four major sections. One complete transformation.
Understanding the Machines Working Alongside You
A clear-eyed, jargon-free introduction to artificial intelligence — what it is, what it isn't, and why the fundraising sector can no longer afford to ignore it. You'll leave this section with confidence, not fear.
The Human Intelligence That AI Can Never Replace
Explore the irreplaceable qualities that make great fundraisers great — empathy, intuition, relationship-building, and ethical judgment — and learn how to amplify these strengths with AI as your co-pilot.
Transforming Strategy, Relationships, and Results
The practical heart of the book. Real frameworks, real tools, and real case studies showing how AI-powered fundraising organizations are raising more, building deeper relationships, and operating with greater efficiency.
Leading Your Organization Into the AI Era
A forward-looking roadmap for building an AI-ready culture, developing your team's capabilities, and positioning your organization to lead — not lag — in the decade ahead.
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What Readers Will Gain
This isn't just information — it's transformation. Here's what changes when you read this book.
Confidence with AI
Replace anxiety with clarity and step into the AI era as a leader, not a follower.
Stronger Communication
Craft more resonant, personalized messages that move donors to action.
Better Fundraising Strategy
Make smarter decisions about where to invest your time, energy, and resources.
Increased Productivity
Reclaim hours every week by automating the routine so you can focus on the relational.
Practical Action Steps
Every chapter ends with concrete next steps you can implement immediately.
A Competitive Advantage
Get ahead of the curve and become the AI-fluent leader your organization needs.
What Early Readers Are Saying
From fundraisers and executives who've had an early look
"This is the book I've been waiting for. Casey doesn't just explain AI — he shows you exactly how to use it to raise more money and build better relationships. Transformational."
Dr. Sarah Mitchell
Chief Development Officer · National Children's Foundation
"I've read dozens of books on fundraising strategy. None of them prepared me for the AI revolution the way this one did. Required reading for every advancement professional."
Marcus Thompson
VP of Advancement · University of the Pacific
"Casey has a rare gift for making complex technology feel approachable and exciting. Our entire team read this together and it sparked a complete transformation in how we work."
Jennifer Reyes
Executive Director · Community Impact Alliance
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