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Reignite Your Board’s Fundraising: 8 Big Tips That Actually Work!
This high-energy episode of Fundraisers Friday is packed with smart, actionable tips to help nonprofit leaders reignite board engagement—especially when things feel slow or disconnected. Cohosts Julia C. Patrick and Tony Beall bring clarity, candor, and creativity to the perennial . . . . . . . . .
If I Have a Program That Requires ME to Run It— It’s a Failure In Progress!
What if our best intentions were doing more harm than good? In this compelling and unflinchingly honest conversation, global humanitarian consultant Jen Brewer, Vice President at Care for Life, challenges the deeply ingrained dynamics behind the so-called “hero complex,” also . . . . . . . . .
Learning from Tech Startups: Fundraising Strategies Nonprofits Need Now
Exploring how nonprofit fundraisers can adopt the disciplined mindset and tools of the startup world— with special guest Jeffrey Fidelman, CEO of Fidelman & Co.. Jeffrey, whose firm delivers "fundraise-as-a-service" to early-stage companies and emerging managers, shares a structured and . . . . . . . . .
Risk Aversion Is the Real Threat: Playing It Safe Could Be Hurting Your Nonprofit
In a sector that thrives on purpose yet struggles with burnout, Paul Hanscom, Chief Growth Officer at Ewald Consulting, unpacks what happens when nonprofits become risk-averse after a crisis—and the surprising costs of playing it safe. This conversation is a . . . . . . . . .
Interim Fundraising Leaders: Building Culture and Sustaining Development
Explore a rarely discussed intersection in nonprofit leadership: the power of interim roles in development and fundraising, with Jeffrey R. Wilcox, President of Interim Executives Academy, and Joan McBride, CEO of GreatRake, McBride and Associates. This conversation charts new ground—arguing . . . . . . . . .
What the Development Team Wishes You Knew: Fundraising Is Everyone’s Job
For nonprofit leaders who want to improve internal communication, build a culture of philanthropy, and empower their entire team to support fundraising goals, cohosts Julia C. Patrick and Tony Beall spark an important and timely conversation about the often-misunderstood role . . . . . . . . .
Nonprofit Budgeting Without Siloes: How to Build Collaborative Financial Strategies
It’s budget season for nonprofits, and Dr. Stephanie Rose-Belcher, Chief Operating Officer at JMT Consulting, brings powerful insight to the table in this energizing session with host Julia Patrick. With over three decades of nonprofit sector expertise, JMT helps finance . . . . . . . . .
From Crisis to Credibility: Nonprofit Growth Lessons
How do you lead when everything feels uncertain? Carina Santa Maria, CEO of Shelter Youth and Family Services, shared a bold, forward-thinking approach to nonprofit leadership in challenging times. From weathering funding impasses and the pandemic to rethinking donor relationships . . . . . . . . .
Professionalizing Volunteer Leadership: Transforming Nonprofits
What if your volunteer engagement strategy was more than just a nice-to-have? What if it were the heartbeat of your nonprofit’s growth, donor development, and impact? That’s exactly the message Nicole R. Smith, Executive Director of AL!VE (Association of Leaders . . . . . . . . .
Where to Find Fundraising Talent (Hint: It’s Not Just LinkedIn!)
Finding great fundraising talent doesn’t have to feel like searching for unicorns! On this Fundraisers Friday conversation, Julia Patrick and Tony Beall team up to demystify the talent search and show nonprofits how to recruit smarter, not harder. Whether you’re . . . . . . . . .
Nonprofit Spending Chaos? Track Every Dollar Without Losing Your Mind!
If you've ever worked in a nonprofit and found yourself fronting expenses on your personal credit card, you're not alone—and you're definitely not doing it wrong. But there's a better way. Our host sat down with GiveFront.com , to unpack . . . . . . . . .
Flight Paths for All: Breaking Down Barriers in Aviation
What if becoming a pilot wasn’t a dream reserved for the few—but a real career path for young people in underserved communities? In this inspiring conversation, Dana Donati, CEO of Breaking Down Barriers.org, shares how their aviation nonprofit is rewriting . . . . . . . . .