The Nonprofit Show

Send us Fan Mail Co-hosts Julia Patrick and Tony Beall engage in "Asked and Answered"--  responding to questions from Show viewers from this week. Starting with a question from a viewer ‘frustrated in Fresno’ (sic) regarding the lack of proper information being entered in their donor database system by fellow team members in the fundraising department, Tony suggests how to bring the team...

Send us Fan Mail The Head of Product Management at Bloomerang Volunteer , Melissa Pinard, shared her expertise with some Best Practices for managing nonprofit volunteers, emphasizing the significance of job descriptions, volunteer appreciation, orientation, goal setting, and budgeting. This lively discussion sheds light on the critical aspects of volunteer management, ultimately helping organizati...

Send us Fan Mail This fast-paced conversation sheds light on the unique characteristics of Generation Z and provides valuable insights for nonprofit organizations seeking to attract, retain, and effectively engage this generation of workers.  Katie Warnock, the CEO of Staffing Boutique , opens the door on recruiting Generation Z and their unique characteristics and preferences. The conversation re...

Send us Fan Mail Lauri Hennessy, the Pacific Northwest Executive Director of One Love , a national foundation focused on promoting healthy relationships, discusses crisis communication and the importance of being prepared for potential crises in the nonprofit sector. She emphasizes the need for preparedness, transparency, and proactive communication to maintain trust and effectively manage crises....

Send us Fan Mail In this lively interview, Shawn Olds, co-founder of Boodle.ai, discusses the applicability of artificial intelligence (AI) for nonprofits. The conversation revolves around how AI can revolutionize fundraising efforts and improve the overall efficiency and effectiveness of nonprofit organizations. Shawn emphasizes that AI is not a replacement for human interaction but a powerful to...

Send us Fan Mail The Cause Selling fundraising program will enhance your fundraising success. The tools provided within the extensive educational resource aim to help nonprofits raise money and advance their fundraising strategies. Jack Alotto, CFRE, highlights the value of following the Cause Selling cycle, consisting of three phases and eight steps. He emphasized that by focusing on each module...

Send us Fan Mail Day four of the Nonprofit Power Week series with Fundraising Academy at National University! Hannah Berger, CFRE, focuses on Phase Three of the Cause Selling fundraising process, which is the "ASK" phase. Hannah and our co-hosts explain that the ASK phase is not as scary as it seems and highlight the keys to building a strong donor relationship before making the ASK. Han...

Send us Fan Mail Day Three of Nonprofit Power Week focuses again on Cause Selling for nonprofit fundraisers. Muhi Khwaja, a Fundraising Academy trainer and co-founder of the American Muslim Community Foundation, delves into Phase two of the Cause Selling model, specifically steps 5 and 6, highlighting the importance of understanding donors, adapting presentation styles, actively listening, and add...

Send us Fan Mail This is a Nonprofit Power Week interview with Tony Beall, the Senior Director of the National University Academies Relationship Center. The topic of discussion is the Cause Selling Cycle for nonprofit fundraising. The conversation focuses on Phase 2 of the cycle, specifically Steps 3 and 4. The Cause Selling Cycle is a three-phase, eight-step process that begins with prospecting a...

Send us Fan Mail This is a Nonprofit Power Week episode with Tony Beall, a senior director at Fundraising Academy, who introduces the concept of Cause Selling Curriculum for nonprofit fundraising. The curriculum consists of eight steps that form a cycle to guide fundraising efforts. This Day 1 episode focuses on Phase One, Step One (prospecting for donors) and Phase One, Step Two (pre-approach and...

Send us Fan Mail Co-hosts Julia Patrick and LaShonda Williams, CFRE, from Fundraising Academy, answer questions submitted by viewers of The Nonprofit Show. Throughout the episode, Julia and LaShonda emphasize the importance of clear policies, effective communication, trust, and ethical practices in the nonprofit sector. They encourage viewers to align their passion with their work, seek profession...

Send us Fan Mail Host Julia Patrick, interviews Rafi Norberg, the President of Nexus Marketing , about the importance of becoming an industry influencer in the nonprofit sector. Rafi, who leads a digital marketing agency specializing in reaching mission-driven audiences, underscores the significance of influencers in the nonprofit sector. By building partnerships with influencers and utilizing var...

Send us Fan Mail Lashonda Williams, as the Associate Director of Alumni Engagement and Annual Giving at South Texas College of Law Houston , describes the significance of building relationships with students during their academic journey, the role of stewardship through affiliation in fostering alumni philanthropy, and the long-term benefits of engaging alumni beyond graduation. LaShonda highlight...

Send us Fan Mail Milan Kordestani, the author of a new book called "I’m Just Saying", is interviewed about his fresh views on civil discourse in divided communities-- with the aim of fostering understanding and meaningful conversations beyond preconceived notions. Milan explains that many conversations today result in division and frustration because people focus on proving their own poi...

Send us Fan Mail On this Ask & Answer Friday episode, co-hosts Julia Patrick and Tony Beall respond to questions covering topics such as board diversity policies, encouraging employee contributions, uncovering unconscious bias, hiring a lobbyist, and crafting concise mission statements. Tony suggests that allowing elected officials on nonprofit boards may send conflicting messages and advises...

Send us Fan Mail Jess Campbell, CEO of Out in the Boons , discusses the need for nonprofits to invest in donor engagement during the summer months through thoughtful and consistent email communications. By nurturing relationships with donors and providing updates on the impact of their contributions, nonprofits can set themselves up for success during the year-end giving season. Jess addresses the...

Send us Fan Mail Jeffrey Wilcox, CEO of Third Sector Company, discusses the state of the interim profession, highlighting its significance, various types of interim relationships, demographics of interim leaders, and an upcoming conference that explores these topics. Jeffrey shares valuable insights and experiences gained from his extensive career in the nonprofit sector, shedding light on the imp...

Send us Fan Mail The department leader of government funding at Your Part-Time Controller, Derick Dreher, shares valuable insights about federal grants and the application process for nonprofits. Derick emphasizes the importance of having a compelling story and a clear understanding of why your organization deserves funding. He highlights that successful applicants often have a track record of imp...

Send us Fan Mail Karrie Wozniak, Chief Marketing Officer, and Kelly Vasquez-Hague, Vice President of Marketing, from OneCause.com, discuss their recently completed research on the importance of understanding donor demographics and their motivations to tailor fundraising strategies effectively. This Show focuses on the 2023 Giving Experience Study, a research project that examines the changing land...

Send us Fan Mail Host Jarrett Ransom gets help from LaShonda Williams, CFRE, and trainer at Fundraising Academy. The two provide practical advice for nonprofit professionals who asked questions seeking to improve their organizations' public image, transparency, and engagement with stakeholders. The conversation begins with a question about low-cost and easily implementable strategies to impro...

Send us Fan Mail Ann Fellman, Chief Marketing Officer of Bloomerang , highlights the trends and insights from GivingUSA, a comprehensive report on charitable giving in the United States. Ann highlights the importance of understanding the data in the context of the nonprofit sector and shares some surprising findings, plus ways for organizations to adapt and optimize their fundraising strategies wh...

Send us Fan Mail Show host Julia Patrick interviews Jerry Diaz CFRE, an expert fundraiser and nonprofit professional consultant with GeronimoConsulting.org .   They discuss the summer tasks for fundraisers and the importance of not falling into a lull during this period. This informative episode provides valuable insights and practical advice for nonprofit professionals, highlighting the significa...

Send us Fan Mail Carl J. Cox, author, and CEO of 40Strategy.com , discusses his book "Lost at CEO" and the reasons why nonprofit strategies often fail and flounder. "Lost at CEO" follows the journey of a character named Jack, who is stuck in a difficult situation. Carl emphasizes that strategies should be simple and can help guide nonprofit organizations from an original point...

Send us Fan Mail Host Jarrett Ransom and guest host/trainer Jack Alotto CFRE answer questions received from viewers this week. Beginning with a question from a development director who has been asked to consult for a similar nonprofit in another region. Jack advises that it is not necessarily a conflict of interest but recommends having a code of conduct in place and not sharing donor information...

Send us Fan Mail Pamela Keefe and Mario Muzurovic, bankers with extensive experience working with nonprofits, discuss the relationship between banks and nonprofits. Pamela Keefe is the Vice President of Nonprofit Relationship Management at the National Bank of Arizona , while Mario Muzurovic serves as a Vice President of Commercial Banking focusing on Nonprofits. The conversation delves into the d...