In this insightful episode of "Agents of Nonprofit," host Alexander Lapa engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Katherine Lacefield, an expert in fundraising for non-human causes within the nonprofit sector. Katherine's extensive experience sheds light on the unique challenges faced by organizations advocating for animals and the importance of shifting perspectives to foster greater compassion and interconnectedness in philanthropy.Topics We CoverLegal complexities in Canada, where animal-focused nonprofits struggle to obtain charitable status due to restrictions on political advocacy, impacting their access to grants and tax receipts for donorsHuman-animal connection and its role in motivating individuals to support non-human causesThe societal perspective that pits animal causes against human causesThe complexity of public perceptions in philanthropy, and the difference between organizations focusing on cute animals like pandas while overlooking the protection of less visually appealing species.Framing issues in a relatable way to influence public attitudesFuture Trends in PhilanthropyTo Learn More & Connect with Katherine:LinkedInSupport the show