A Modern Nonprofit Podcast

Beyond Staff: Engaging Your Full Nonprofit Workforce - Board Members and Volunteers Included Nonprofit engagement cannot stop at staff. In this episode, Tosha Anderson and leadership expert Rhonda Travers show you how to engage employees, board members, and volunteers with a simple lifecycle approach. Learn to define volunteer roles, onboard and offboard board members, build a basic governance das...

Strong nonprofit leadership isn’t about having all the answers - it’s about building trust, empowering teams, and leading with integrity. In this episode of A Modern Nonprofit Podcast, Tosha Anderson sits down with Karen Leies, President & CEO of The Seeing Eye, the world’s oldest guide dog school. Together they explore: The role of integrity in shaping culture and trust Why teamwork is the ba...

Scarcity in nonprofits isn’t just about money. In this powerful conversation, Pierre Berastain of The Centre for Public Impact joins Tosha Anderson to explore financial, structural, and psychological scarcity, and how they shape nonprofit culture, leadership, and sustainability. You’ll learn:-Why scarcity creates cycles of burnout and underinvestment-The difference between a crisis-driven vs. clar...

Tosha Anderson sits down with Dr. Dustin York to explore nonprofit marketing trends you can implement without a big budget. They cover AI agents for SEO, video podcast strategy, free Apple Wallet passes, content repurposing into 60 assets, thought leadership hacks via Qwoted and a 90-day action plan to boost visibility. Perfect for nonprofit leaders seeking tactical, scalable marketing strategies....

Are restricted grants helping your nonprofit—or silently hurting it? In this solo episode, Tosha Anderson, CEO & Founder of The Charity CFO , dives deep into the complicated world of restricted vs. unrestricted grants. You’ll learn when restricted funds are a smart move, when they create cash flow nightmares, and how to release them quickly so they actually work for your mission, not against i...

Only 22% of nonprofit Executive Directors are women—yet 75% of nonprofit employees are. Why aren’t more women making it into leadership roles? In this episode of A Modern Nonprofit Podcast , Tosha Anderson sits down with Shilpa Alva, Founder and Executive Director of Surge for Water, to talk about the challenges, opportunities, and long-term impact of women in nonprofit leadership. You’ll learn: W...

In this episode of A Modern Nonprofit Podcast , host Tosha Anderson talks with Courtney Johnson, the Founder and CEO of Culinary Care, a nonprofit that delivers meals and comfort to cancer patients undergoing treatment. Courtney shares what it's really like to start a nonprofit from scratch at just 23 years old, and how advocacy—both for her mission and herself—was the key to getting in the do...

Is your nonprofit brand outdated—or just unclear? In this episode of A Modern Nonprofit Podcast, branding expert Steven Picanza joins Tosha Anderson to explore what modern branding really means for nonprofits. Discover why your brand is more than a logo, how to simplify your messaging without losing impact, and why your website might be pushing people away. Steven breaks down the key differences b...

Federal grants are more chaotic than ever. Delays, shifting executive orders, compliance confusion—and now, questions about what language nonprofits can or can’t use in applications. But should you give up on federal funding altogether? In this episode of A Modern Nonprofit Podcast, Tosha Anderson is joined by Fielding Jezreel, federal grant strategist, Founder & President of Jezreel Consultin...

Every nonprofit builds a budget. But only the most effective leaders use forecasts to steer their organizations forward. In this episode, A Modern Nonprofit Podcast host Tosha Anderson is joined by David Steffens, CPA to break down the difference between budgeting and forecasting—and why both are critical for financial health and sustainability. They discuss: What a budget really is (and isn’t) Ho...

What is strategic planning really — and are you doing it right? In this episode, Tosha Anderson talks with Steve Strang, Practice Director at Spectrum Nonprofit Services, about why so many nonprofits misunderstand strategic planning. They unpack what a strategic plan should look like, how to align it with your team’s capacity and funding reality, and when not to pursue growth. If your organization...

Nonprofit board struggles? You’re not alone. In this episode of A Modern Nonprofit Podcast, Tosha sits down with Katerina Manoff, founder & CEO of ENGin, to bust the biggest myths about boards—and reveal what actually works when you're building or evolving one. They talk about: The unrealistic expectations many founders have about boardsWhy “bless and release” is a vital leadership move Ho...

Is fundraising really that different from sales? Aaron Landis doesn’t think so—and he’s lived both sides. In this episode, he joins Tosha Anderson to reflect on his time as a fundraiser and what he’s learned since entering the for-profit world. From CRM tips and donor follow-up to data-driven KPIs and team communication, this is the nonprofit leadership masterclass you didn’t know you needed. Grab...

Tosha Anderson teams up with Cindy Wagman, Founder of the Fractional Fundraising Network to unpack what it means to hire a fractional executive. From navigating scope creep to knowing when your org is truly ready, this episode reveals everything nonprofits need to know before diving into the fractional model. Get real talk, expert insight, and practical advice on bringing strategic leadership to y...

Does your training actually stick? Or does it feel like you're checking a box no one remembers a week later? In this episode, Tosha Anderson and Dr. Carrie Graham break down what real learning looks like for nonprofits. With the E-R-A training method—Engagement, Retention, Application—you'll learn how to build budget-friendly training that improves performance and morale. Whether you’re a...

Your nonprofit’s books might be messier than you think—and that mess could be costing you funding, credibility, and compliance. In this episode of A Modern Nonprofit Podcast, Tosha is joined by Nancy Fussner, Director of Onboarding at The Charity CFO, to break down the five biggest red flags she sees when reviewing nonprofit books—and how to clean them up fast. From mismatched bank balances to mis...

Grant writing doesn’t have to feel like a nonstop emergency. In this episode of A Modern Nonprofit Podcast , Shoshana Grossman-Crist shares the six essential functions of a successful grant team, how to organize internal workflows, and systems to increase sustainability and reduce stress. Tosha and Shoshana offer practical advice for nonprofits of every size to build better grant operations and av...

Tired of scrambling for funding? There’s a better way. In this episode of A Modern Nonprofit Podcast , host Tosha Anderson talks with Mandy Moody, CEO of ODEO Consulting and author of The 4P Formula , about how nonprofits can stop fundraising on autopilot and start raising funds with strategy. Mandy breaks down her 4P approach—Problem, Program, Plan, and Purposeful Investment—and how it’s helped o...

Is your leadership holding back your nonprofit? In this episode of A Modern Nonprofit Podcast, host Tosha Anderson and CFO Theresa Guest (advisor to dozens of nonprofit clients) dig into the uncomfortable truth: sometimes the biggest obstacle to transformation is at the top. From CEOs who delegate without accountability to those who avoid making the tough calls, Tosha and Teresa break down real le...

Is your nonprofit’s website actually working for you—or just taking up digital space? In this episode of A Modern Nonprofit Podcast , Tosha talks with Lou Kotsinis, CEO of BCS Interactive, about the biggest shifts in nonprofit digital marketing and website strategy. Lou shares why the traditional “drive traffic to your site” model is outdated—and what to do instead. You’ll learn how to rethink you...

Are you using 10 different platforms just to manage your nonprofit… and none of them connect? In this episode of A Modern Nonprofit Podcast , Tosha is joined by David Watters , CEO of Simple & Engaging, to talk automation, integration, and why tech doesn’t have to be so overwhelming. From using free tools to automating the unglamorous work, Tosha and David reveal how modern nonprofits can redu...

When should your nonprofit team know the financials? In this episode of A Modern Nonprofit Podcast, host Tosha Anderson and guest Pat Fisher (CFO to 35+ nonprofit clients) explore the why, when, and how of internal financial transparency. From diffusing financial responsibility to avoiding knowledge bottlenecks, Tosha and Pat break down real examples, common pitfalls, and practical steps for givin...

In this episode of A Modern Nonprofit Podcast, Tosha sits down with Seth Donlin, a marketing and communications coach for nonprofit and for-profit leaders, to talk about why personal branding matters more than ever for nonprofit professionals. Even in a mission-first world, people still give to people. In this conversation, Tosha and Seth break down why your personal story isn’t a distraction—it’s...

Audits don’t catch fraud. At least, not the way most nonprofit leaders think. In this episode of A Modern Nonprofit Podcast, host Tosha Anderson sits down with Citrin Cooperman Partner Jason Kruger to expose the blind spots in financial oversight that put organizations at risk. From recession-proofing strategies to common fraud red flags, Jason shares how nonprofit leaders can take control of thei...

In this episode of A Modern Nonprofit Podcast, Tosha sits down with Sandra Torre, President & CFO of LAVIDGE, to talk about the power of corporate philanthropy. Sandra shares how her company built Impact, an award-winning corporate giving program, and why businesses should prioritize employee-driven community engagement. Her insights will help nonprofit leaders connect with corporate partners...