NONPROFIT BUSINESS LEARNING LIBRARY
THE LIBRARY FOR THE BUSINESS SIDE OF DOING GOOD.
1,500+ episodes and expert insights designed to help nonprofits run smarter, fund better, and lead stronger. Search by topic, challenge, or skill area—and learn at your own pace — free to the sector thanks to our Education Partners. From board governance to donor strategy, HR to cybersecurity, this library is built to support the people responsible for keeping nonprofits running well.
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Welcome to the Data Party: A Smarter Way to Run Your Nonprofit
How nonprofits can use data for decision making starts with a simple shift: recognizing that data is just information you already have. Dr. T’Ping Westbrook and Dr. Allison K. Holmes break down how nonprofit leaders can move from confusion to . . . . . . . . .
Nonprofit Data Chaos? How Nonprofits Fix It Fast!
This episode explores how nonprofits can fix fragmented data systems by centralizing information, improving reporting, and building scalable infrastructure that supports growth and better decision-making. A strong nonprofit data management strategy is no longer optional—it’s essential for scaling impact, improving . . . . . . . . .
Nonprofit Payroll Compliance: How To Get It Right!
Nonprofit payroll compliance strategies are no longer optional—they are essential for managing risk, retaining talent, and maintaining funder trust. In this learning session, Jeff Griffin of ADP and Dr. Stephanie Rose-Belcher of JMT Consulting walk through the most critical payroll . . . . . . . . .
Nonprofit Donor Journey Strategy: From Ticket Buyer to Major Donor
Exploring how nonprofits can build a seamless donor journey strategy by integrating earned revenue, audience experience, and long-term philanthropic engagement. A strong nonprofit donor journey strategy connects every touchpoint—from first interaction to long-term giving. Dr. Jonathon Scott Crider of Fox . . . . . . . . .
Why Every Nonprofit Needs a Development Assistant
The nonprofit development assistant role responsibilities are often misunderstood—but getting this position right can dramatically increase fundraising results and operational efficiency. Julia Patrick and Tony Beall break down why this role is not just administrative support—but a strategic investment that . . . . . . . . .
Clarity Before Capacity: Why Your Nonprofit Can’t Execute Your Strategic Plan
If your nonprofit’s strategic plan is sitting on a shelf instead of driving results, this conversation is your wake-up call. Dylan Bassett, Principal and Founder of Department 1 Solutions, challenges a deeply ingrained habit across the sector: setting ambitious goals . . . . . . . . .
Neuro Giving: The Science Behind Why Donors Donate
In this milestone 1,500th episode of The Nonprofit Show, we welcome Cherian Koshy for a sophisticated and deeply reflective conversation on the science behind donor decision-making. Drawing from neuroscience and behavioral research, Cherian reframes fundraising not as persuasion, but as . . . . . . . . .
Your Gala Isn’t Broken—But Your Process Might Be!
Nonprofits can turn fundraising events into more efficient, donor-friendly, revenue-generating experiences that support long-term growth. Most events are full of potential, but this learning session makes it clear that the strongest galas are no longer built around chaos, long lines, and . . . . . . . . .
Second-Home Owners: Donors Transforming Local Nonprofits!
Second-home ownership may sound like a lifestyle topic, but this episode makes it clear that it is also a major nonprofit business opportunity. Jeffrey Glebocki, Founder and Lead Advisor of Strategy Plus Action Philanthropy, shares first-of-its-kind research on how second . . . . . . . . .
The Donor Retention Formula Every Nonprofit Needs
Donor retention is a measurable strategy, not just a fundraising hope. Plus, how to calculate donor retention for nonprofits. On this episode of Fundraisers Friday, Julia Patrick and Tony Beall take on one of the most serious business challenges in . . . . . . . . .
The Audit Roadmap Nonprofits Need: Tips Every Leader Should Know
Audits may make nonprofit leaders tense, but this discussion reframes the audit process as smart organizational practice rather than a yearly ordeal. Ben Stapp of Your Part-Time Controller explains that a nonprofit audit is not simply a compliance exercise. It . . . . . . . . .
Beyond the First Gift: How Smart Nonprofits Keep Donors Giving
What happens after the first donation may matter even more than the donation itself! Lauren Laski, Manager of Customer Success at Bloomerang, talks about how nonprofit organizations can build stronger donor relationships, improve retention, and create more reliable revenue over . . . . . . . . .
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