The Prosperous Nonprofit

As nonprofit leaders, we are always looking for ways to grow our impact on the communities we serve. It can be a challenge especially when we're depending on government funding, which can be unpredictable and limited. My podcast guest, Ali Rabe, is sharing how she managed to 10x her nonprofit in under 5 years, even with government funding.  Ali is diving into strategies she's used to get creative...

Nonprofit leaders, when is the last time you set aside time to read? Whether you're an avid reader like me, or it's been a while since you picked up (or listened to) a book, you'll want to give this episode a listen. I'm giving you my top book recommendations for 2024! I read 48 books in 2023 and now I'm diving into my favorites, from fun reads to the most inspiring and impactful. Some of these bo...

Knowing Your Numbers and Planning for the Future with Margaret Chapman Pomponio How do you use your nonprofit numbers to plan for the future? Knowing where your organization stands with its finances is so important for continuing to grow your impact on the communities you serve. In this episode, I chat with special guest Margaret Chapman Pomponio about how she's using this knowledge to plan for th...

Overcoming the Challenges of Inflation Is your organization struggling with the many challenges that come with inflation? The rising cost of everything has been top of mind for most people, including nonprofit leaders. Inflation is impacting our employees, the communities we serve, and our donors.  While rising costs are all around us, there are some strategies your organization can implement to o...

Is one of your New Year's resolutions to attend more conferences and professional development opportunities? Maybe you're looking for how to make the most of these experiences. If this is on your 2024 bucket list, then this episode is for you! Your time and money are precious, so you want to be sure you are getting the highest possible return on investment (ROI) from the events you attend.  In thi...

Are you tired of feeling like you're not getting anywhere with problem-solving in your organization? So many leaders and decision-makers have adopted a status quo with how they solve problems in their organization. It almost feels like they're on autopilot.   While having a good process for solving issues is beneficial, sometimes we don't give enough thought to how these problems are impacting our...

Are you feeling bogged down by a busy work schedule? Is 20 meetings a week your norm? I've been there and that's exactly why I recorded this podcast episode. Today, I'm diving into the New Year's resolution that completely changed my life!  I'm sharing with you four tips to avoid the burnout being a nonprofit leader can sometimes bring. Plus, I'm giving you real-world examples of how you can start...

Are you looking for fresh ideas to shake up your nonprofit and grow your impact? If so, then you're in luck! Special guest and founder of Humble Design, Treger Strasberg, is sharing all the different ways she's shaking up the nonprofit world like…  how she communicates with her donors, and using empathy, dignity, and creativity as part of her nonprofit's mission. She also dives into how she's been...

2023 is quickly coming to a close, so I thought I'd do a podcast highlights episode. I'm diving into the top 10 most downloaded episodes of 2023 and boy oh boy are they juicy… like the episode where I announced that we were shutting down half of our business. It was absolutely terrifying, but 100% the best and most aligned decision for us. That experience was part of the inspiration for my 'Buildi...

Are you a small nonprofit leader looking for ways to spruce up your fundraising strategy to meet your goals? If you said yes, then you're in luck as fundraising expert, Cindy Wagman, is joining us on today's episode.  She is sharing a wealth of knowledge, like the number one factor in fundraising success, how she's seen fundraising change over the past two decades, and how having the right person...

Are you effectively using your budget to support your team's culture and values? One of the most important qualities of a prosperous nonprofit is having a healthy, well-taken-care-of team. But is it reflected in your budget?  In this episode, I'm diving into five ways your budget can support your organization's team values. I'll share strategies around defining your team culture and how you can wo...

Are you stressing about wrapping up your 2023 finances? There are so many regulations to adhere to and tasks to get done. It can get overwhelming very quickly. In our latest episode, special guest, Mark Pate, shares several great strategies for wrapping up your 2023 finances so you can go into 2024 stronger than ever. Mark answers burning questions like, "Should nonprofits change audit firms every...

Are you a nonprofit leader feeling intimidated by public relations? You know you want to spread awareness for your organization, but PR feels scary and you have questions. Is it marketing? Is it fundraising? What is it exactly? If this sounds familiar, then stick around.  In this episode of The Prosperous Nonprofit, I'm chatting with two special guests, Caitlin Copple and Holly Conti, co-owners of...

If you could raise 53% more money next year for your organization, without hosting another gala event or traveling across the country to meet with a new donor, what would that mean for your nonprofit? Guidestar published a study that demonstrated that organizations that provided better and more information to stakeholders raised substantially more money in subsequent years than organizations that...

Did you know the 990 can be more than just a tax form? It's also a powerful marketing tool you can leverage to make a great impression on donors and stakeholders and get more funding for your nonprofit. In this episode, I'm diving into the ins and outs of the 990, why it is more than just a tax form, and how you can use it strategically for your organization.  In today's episode, get ready to lear...

Are you in the year-end fundraising time crunch? The end of the year is often one of the busiest times for nonprofits, with teams hustling to achieve their year-end fundraising goals. That's why I am so excited to have a special guest and fundraising expert, Morgan Gross in this podcast episode.  Morgan shares how she's helped nonprofits achieve their fundraising goals and expand their reach inter...

Are you leveraging consultants for your nonprofit? Maybe you're debating on bringing on a consultant but aren't sure where to start. Or maybe you're not even sure if bringing on a consultant is the right move for your organization. If you're in consultant limbo, then this episode is for you! In today's episode, I share my experiences hiring consultants for organizations as well as being a consulta...

Are you looking for ways to build an inclusive culture in your nonprofit? Organizational culture can be a challenge for many nonprofit leaders. One of the main reasons is that every organization has blind spots. It can be difficult to see what your organization is missing, especially when you're on the inside all day every day.  In this episode, I sit down with Yanira Castro to chat about how she...

Have you started the process of budgeting for 2024 yet? It's already October, so if you haven't started yet, you're behind. This podcast episode will help you get caught up so you can go into 2024 prepared and ready to make a big impact on the communities you serve. This episode covers six tips for improving your nonprofit's 2024 budgeting process. We dive into what mistakes many organizations mak...

Are you leveraging technology to create better outcomes for your nonprofit? Do you immediately get a feeling of overwhelm or dread when you hear the term "leveraging technology?" It's understandable if you do, technology can be complicated to say the least. However, it can also be a game changer when it comes to freeing up extra time. In today's episode, I chat with Heather Johnson about her exper...

Do you ever feel alone as a nonprofit leader? Maybe you feel like you don't have anyone to talk to within your organization about the challenges you're facing. Finding peer connections can sometimes feel impossible for nonprofit leaders. In today's episode, I chat with Ellen Kehl about how she's helping to foster connections within the nonprofit leadership community to help leaders overcome the ma...

How are you integrating core values into your nonprofit's everyday work? Are you utilizing these values as a decision tool and a means for navigating your organization through changes? How do all of your employees, from those on the front lines to the leadership team embody core values every day?  In this episode, special guest Chad Zibelman talks about how he and his organization integrate core v...

Is organizational culture top of mind for your nonprofit? If it isn't, it really should be. Special guest, Alissa Novoselick, explains exactly why in today's podcast episode. She brings us her unique perspective as a modern CFO who prioritizes building a strong organizational culture because she sees just how much it impacts the nonprofit's bottom line.  Alissa discusses how she created a finance...

Are you on the nonprofit cash flow rollercoaster? Managing cash flow is one of the trickiest things for nonprofit leaders because so much of it is out of our control. And while it can feel dizzying to be on the constant up and down of cash coming in and going out, there are ways to manage.  In this episode, we dive into different strategies your organization can use to help better manage your cash...

Are you looking for strategies to strengthen your donor relationships? Or how to overcome some of the many challenges nonprofits are facing today? In today's episode, we chat with Dr. Mark Scott from the Oishei Foundation, an organization dedicated to strengthening and supporting nonprofits. We dive into how his organization provides support for nonprofits and discuss new demands and challenges no...