The Nonprofit Show

Send us Fan Mail “The mission is not enough to motivate people to come to work.” Cohosts Julia Patrick and Wendy F. Adams sit down with powerhouse guest Yany San Luis, CEO and founder of The Win Woman, to discuss how to build a nonprofit team that drives lasting impact. Yany teaches us the nuances of effective team development, highlighting the importance of both structure and sustainability. She...

Send us Fan Mail An invigorating conversation centering on a game-changing concept: weaving well-being into the very fabric of nonprofit strategy. Anthony A. Dicks, Jr. of 180 Management Group passionately redefines well-being as more than a mere perk, instead emphasizing its critical importance for holistic, sustainable organizational success—especially amidst the evolving complexities of our tim...

Send us Fan Mail In this enlightening conversation, Richard Hawkes, CEO of the British Asian Trust, delves into the intricacies of British royal charities and the unique challenges of international development work. Hawkes leads an organization founded by His Majesty King Charles III (when he was the Prince of Wales) and an influential group of British Asian business leaders. The British Asian Tru...

Send us Fan Mail Get ready to raise a celebratory glass . . .because this lively Fundraiser’s Friday is all about transforming donor fatigue into donor delight! Cohosts Julia Patrick and Tony Beall bring warmth, wit, and serious know-how to the table as they peel away the layers on keeping donors inspired, engaged, and continually enthusiastic. The pair jump into the heart of the matter: identifyi...

Send us Fan Mail A riveting dialogue with Mohamed Osman (CEO of Spring Impact.org ) and Alice Metcalf (Managing Consultant at Spring Impact). Broadcasting from London, these two experts share their global perspective on how nonprofits can flourish when equipped with long-term, unrestricted funding. Their big picture views resonate far beyond geographic borders, providing a beacon of hope for organ...

Send us Fan Mail Are you ready to transform your nonprofit’s social media game—even if you have limited time, minimal staff, and an already overflowing plate? In this sparkling conversation, host Julia Patrick sits down with Kate Myers Emery, Senior Digital Communications Manager at Candid.org , to pull back the curtain on how to leverage sparse resources for maximum impact. If you’ve ever felt ov...

Send us Fan Mail Love is in the air, and so is wisdom! In this special Fundraisers Friday – Valentine’s Day Q&A, cohosts Julia Patrick and Tony Beall dive into pressing nonprofit leadership questions, blending deep insights with their signature wit and camaraderie. From unexpected board policies to the evolving role of marketing in fundraising, this episode is packed with practical takeaways t...

Send us Fan Mail Nicole Frisina, from Your Part-Time Controller (YPTC), wraps our arms around the financial realities nonprofits face. With a creative spin on Valentine's Day, this valuable conversation explores the “red roses” of financial health and the “red flags” that can derail nonprofit organizations . "If you fail to plan, plan to fail. You must think ahead—whether it’s securing d...

Send us Fan Mail Nonprofits, take note: Crisis is not a possibility; it’s an inevitability. And when it hits, your communication strategy can either reinforce your credibility or destroy it. In this powerhouse conversation, Kiersten Hill, Director of Nonprofit Solutions at FireSpring, lays out an unfiltered, practical, and downright essential playbook for crisis communication. Let’s be clear: sayi...

Send us Fan Mail It’s the silent heartbreak of the nonprofit world—lapsed donors. These are the supporters who once believed in your mission, donated enthusiastically, and then… disappeared. But why? And more importantly, how do we get them back? That’s exactly what James Goalder, Partnerships Manager at Bloomerang, unpacks in this power-packed conversation with Julia Patrick and Meredith Terrian....

Send us Fan Mail The nonprofit sector is undergoing a seismic shift, and if organizations don’t evolve, they risk being left behind. Dana Scurlock, Director of Recruitment at Staffing Boutique , paints a vivid picture of the changing labor market, emphasizing that “the only thing you can rely on is that things are going to change quickly.” For years, the traditional nonprofit workforce was defined...

Send us Fan Mail Donor retention is the lifeblood of a sustainable nonprofit. Yet, it’s often overshadowed by the relentless pursuit of new donors. Cohosts Julia Patrick and Tony Beall break down why retention is just as—if not more—important than donor acquisition and how organizations can master it. At its core, donor retention is about stewardship. “The way in which you steward a donor or inves...

Send us Fan Mail In the world of nonprofit fundraising, few topics carry as much weight—or as much uncertainty—as capital campaigns. In this riveting conversation, cohosts Julia Patrick and Wendy F. Adams sit down with the esteemed Steven Shattuck, Director of Engagement at Capital Campaign Pro , to pull back the curtain on the most pressing capital campaign insights, fears, and strategies that ca...

Send us Fan Mail Technology has reshaped the fundraising landscape, and in this conversation, Matthew Burnell, founder and CEO of ClickBid, breaks down how mobile bidding and phone-based tech have revolutionized the way nonprofits engage donors. Gone are the days of frenzied paper-based silent auctions, where donors jostled for position, hoping to scribble down the winning bid. Matthew shares how...

Send us Fan Mail At what point in life do we stop growing, learning, or pushing beyond our comfort zones? For Lauri Hennessey, the answer is simple: never.  Our cohosts welcome Lauri Hennessey, a communications expert, nonprofit leader, and now an educator at the University of Washington. Her journey is nothing short of inspiring—one of reinvention, resilience, and relentless pursuit of purpose. L...

Send us Fan Mail The nonprofit sector is facing an unprecedented wave of leadership transitions, and it’s not slowing down. This discussion on "The Retiring Nonprofit Leader" delves into the complexities of executive transitions, the emotional weight of departing leaders, and the structural challenges organizations face when leadership changes hands. Guest Catherine Bradshaw, a leadershi...

Send us Fan Mail How do you transform a simple document into a powerful storytelling tool that inspires donor action? That’s exactly what cohosts Julia Patrick and Tony Beall tackled on this week’s Fundraisers Friday episode on How to Use Case Studies in Fundraising. Case studies aren’t just dry reports filled with data; they are dynamic narratives that celebrate an organization’s impact. As Tony...

Send us Fan Mail In the dynamic world of nonprofit fundraising, where digital tools and transactional techniques often dazzle, Sherry Quam Taylor sounds a clarion call back to the essentials—deep, transformational relationships. As we roll into 2025, Sherry delivers a message to fundraisers to ‘refocus on the fundamentals of building meaningful donor connections, rather than chasing the latest tec...

Send us Fan Mail The nonprofit world is evolving fast, and as we step into 2025, organizations must embrace key shifts to stay impactful. Meico Marquette Whitlock, a workplace well-being strategist and CEO of Mindful Techie, unpacked the trends that will shape the sector this year! Mental Health Is a Must-Have, Not a Luxury. Burnout is at an all-time high, and nonprofits can no longer afford to tr...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when data, dedication, and passion collide? A revolution in nonprofit impact measurement! Host Julia Patrick welcomes Adam Luecking, CEO and co-founder of Clear Impact, for an unprecedented live reveal of the 'Social Sector Hero' of the Year 2025! After months of evaluating 60+ nominees from 15+ countries, they announce a game-changing leader in social impac...

Send us Fan Mail An essential yet often overlooked aspect of nonprofit fundraising: legal documents. Hosted by Julia Patrick and Tony Beall, this discussion provides an insightful overview of key legal agreements that protect both nonprofits and donors while ensuring compliance and clarity in financial engagements. Tony emphasizes the critical nature of risk management within fundraising, explaini...

Send us Fan Mail Wendy F. Adams, CFRE, and CEO of Cultivate for Good , explores the dynamics of leadership, workforce retention, and strategic collaboration in the nonprofit sector. Wendy, a trusted thought leader, shares a compelling vision for the future, detailing the urgency of prioritizing people as the driving force behind mission success. This lively conversation, hosted by Julia Patrick, o...

Send us Fan Mail The CEO of the FreedomFund.org, Nick Grono, discusses his new book, How to Lead Nonprofits: Turning Purpose into Impact to Change the World . Nick shares his deep wisdom on leadership in the nonprofit sector, drawing from his extensive career that transitioned from corporate law and finance to public policy and, ultimately, nonprofit leadership. Nick highlights the Freedom Fund&ap...

Send us Fan Mail Nonprofit fraud is an unsettling yet critical topic that demands attention. Sandra Magri, Director and Market Leader for New England at Your Part-Time Controller (YPTC), sheds light on the vulnerabilities nonprofits face and the steps they must take to protect themselves. Sandra, with her extensive experience in nonprofit financial oversight, begins by saying that fraud in the sec...

Send us Fan Mail Fundraising is as much an art as it is a science, requiring an understanding of donor psychology, strategic engagement, and institutional needs. In this episode of Fundraisers Friday, our cohosts dig into the nuanced realities of donor relations, tackling pressing questions about board membership, fundraising portfolios, donor engagement, and wealth screening tools. The lively con...