Nonprofit Hub Radio

Send us Fan Mail When passionate about your work, the tendency to be “all-in" is vital. Is "all-in" an excellent place to be, though? In this episode, Katie talks to Joe Dyer, the President of DISHER, about how rejuvenation, balance, and identity can prevent burnout and nonprofit turnover . Listen to learn how you can make a positive difference in your organization and community by...

Send us Fan Mail The relationship between the voluntary sector and social impact is inextricably linked. The changing economic climate and generational changes are complicating what it looks like to build a sustainable and successful volunteer program. In this episode, Katie talks to Matt Campo, the president of the Ronald McDonald House for the New York Metro Region . Matt talks about the challen...

Send us Fan Mail So, you think you want to do good, huh? People are entering the nonprofit sector at a faster clip than ever before. It seems we all long to improve the world, or at least our corner of it. But, entering the nonprofit sector with your eyes open to all it entails and leaves out is essential to the success of your cause. Don Gatewood is no stranger to community-based cause work, and...

Send us Fan Mail From Amazon Smile to the data storage solution revolutionizing the sector, Amazon's investment in the success of nonprofits is profound. In this episode, Katie interviews Jamin Gluck, the Nonprofit Strategist for Amazon. Listen as they discuss how nonprofits can "punch above their weight class" with the solutions provided by the retail giant. Listen in to ensure you...

Send us Fan Mail A capital campaign may sound intimidating, but it doesn't need to be. In today's episode, Katie interviews Amy Eisenstein, the CEO of The Capital Campaign Toolkit and a veteran fundraiser. If you're wondering how much, who to start with, or where to begin, this episode will equip and inspire you to take the next step toward a successful campaign. Support the show Ge...

Send us Fan Mail Some just want to boost their resume, some  have true intentions, and others simply can't say “no." The intentionality behind your board of directors' service is fundamental to a healthy and thriving board. In this episode, Katie interviews Andy Davis, the Associate Vice President of Education and Outreach for Boardsource. They talk about everything from board membe...

Send us Fan Mail The issues most nonprofits are attempting to resolve are not static. They are changing and shifting over time. As we attempt to experiment and adapt, how do we hold fast to our mission? Funders, data, and the public can all have a stake in our nonprofit's story, but can they change the narrative? In this episode, Katie interviews Megha Desai of The Desai Foundation about miss...

Send us Fan Mail The only part of a nonprofit under more pressure than its employees is its website. Nonprofit websites have to do and be a lot of things for many people. Accessibility, functionality, easy navigation, and a beautiful design are just a few considerations when building a cause-driven site. In this episode, Katie talks to Cliff Persaud of Kanopi Studios about what makes a great nonpr...

Send us Fan Mail An interesting corporate giving trend emerges post-COVID… Although corporate giving remains a small slice of the philanthropic pie in the U.S., it still represents an alluring opportunity for most nonprofits. Corporate gifts often lead to individual support and bring legitimacy, and earned media attention. In this interview, Stephanie Brown, CFRE shares an emerging trend following...

Send us Fan Mail A financial story is not (typically) as exciting, stirring, or inspirational as one directly related to your programming. But, knowing your nonprofit's financial story and conveying it effectively to your supporters is critical to sustainability. In this episode, Katie talks to Sherry Quam Taylor , an expert in raising funds for overhead. Sherry will share practical logic aro...

Send us Fan Mail "Wait… didn't we paint this wall last year?" say a few too many volunteers each year. Corporate volunteerism is more vital than ever; however, many companies employ old techniques to engage their teams. And too many nonprofits are having the same wall repainted each year. We can do better! In this episode, Katie talks to Diana Riekse, the founder of Bondeed , a new...

Send us Fan Mail ⚠️ WARNING⚠️ : If you're a self-proclaimed thought leader, you will probably be offended by this episode. Or, maybe you'll be inspired to lean on research, data, and the learnings we get from testing what actually works. In this episode, Katie interviews Nathan Hill, the VP of Marketing for Next After, a leading nonprofit research company. Next After is blazing a trail b...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, grant writer and teacher Teresa Huff shares insights for creating a winning grant program. Using her years of experience teaching over 3,000 students the art of grant writing, Teresa identifies the trends and patterns she sees in grant funding. We debunk the myths and misconceptions and talk practical tips in this interview! Support the show Get free nonprofit pro...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Sara Lundenber of Dot Org Solutions shares ideas on how nonprofits can leverage National Nonprofit Day to raise more support for their cause as well as create a rising tide movement in the sector.  In 2017, author and businesswoman Sherita Herring founded National Nonprofit Day with the ambition to recognize those performing cause work as well as inspire more peop...

Send us Fan Mail Does your organization have more grant opportunities than it can pursue? Or you're coming up empty in your search for a matching funder? Getting a more extensive scope of the grant-making space might help! In this episode, Katie talks to Gauri Manglik of Instrumentl about the ins and outs of grant searches and finding the right match.  Ready to go a step further with your gra...

Send us Fan Mail If your nonprofit uses a run, walk, or other -athon-style event to raise funds, you're not alone! Athletics and fundraising work together by challenging both causes and donors to connect and compete for a good purpose. In this interview with Danielle Berman, the founder of Tackle What’s Next, we learn what is trending, what needs to stop, and what works when nonprofits use sp...

Send us Fan Mail Millennial leaders are rising strongly in the nonprofit sector, but like every generation, they lead imperfectly. In this episode, Katie interviews Ashley Sharp, the founder of Dwell with Dignity. Ashley shares why these young leaders are making admirable changes and why they don't have it all figured out (yet). If you're a young leader or your nonprofit is looking to re...

Send us Fan Mail We all do it to some degree, and we’re equally annoyed by those who do it to us. We sell sell sell, talk in acronyms or industry-lingo and we attempt to spell out our savvy rather than demonstrate it. Stop the insanity! In this episode, Monica Tiffany explains some fundamentals for effective communication with your nonprofit’s audience.  Support the show Get free nonprofit profess...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we learn from messaging master Mollie Waller the importance of having a solid crisis communication plan. She also reminds us how important it is to have a strategy to master your message for every other week of the year. Mollie gives practical wisdom, starting with building a crisis communications committee and how to focus on three core messages. What three thing...

Send us Fan Mail Ever notice how much easier it is to talk about or discuss something you're knowledgeable or passionate about? Even going on stage in front of a crowd becomes exponentially more effortless when you know your stuff. The same is true for fundraising! Barbara talks about equipping yourself or your fundraising team with the right tools and knowledge as a foundational piece of cre...

Send us Fan Mail You wouldn’t think a fintech guru and founder of a revolutionary app rocking the sector would be all about authenticity and relationships, but Susan Langer is exceptional. In this episode, Susan and Katie discuss how the use and benefits of technology can never negate the purpose of the relationships it helps facilitate.  Support the show Get free nonprofit professional developmen...

Send us Fan Mail There’s the Giving USA Report and the Foundation Stats, and I’m sure your CRM has produced something updating you on sector trends this quarter. So, which one is best? Is there a report that helps you gauge your nonprofit’s growth in the larger scope of the sector? What about donor trends? Corporate giving? Listen as Tim Sarrantonio shares key takeaways and makes the case that the...

Send us Fan Mail You know branding is more than a buzzword - it’s a necessity for high functioning nonprofits. But, how do you cultivate a strong brand when you’re operating with limited resources? Katie interviews Lauren Muth, the creative director of Studio Humankind , about all the options charities can use to build a brand without a large budget. Learn how to build brand trust using digital to...

Send us Fan Mail Despite the vast majority of nonprofit organizations being small (operating budget of less than $500K), the sector seems obsessed with its most prominent members. These “enterprise-level” organizations are a tiny sliver of the good work, but we tend to give them disproportionate attention and esteem. Why? Is it wrong to be small? What if small is a better design for a particular m...

Send us Fan Mail We’re culture conscious, short on time, heavy on tech, and oh-so-hopeful! Katie talks to Jon and Becky from We Are For Good about the themes emerging from the nonprofit sector in 2022. Everything is on the table, from next-gen donors to batch working for efficiency, the overhead myth , and mental health. Listen to learn some of Jon and Becky’s “Pro Tips” to do more good in 2022. ...