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Your Path to Nonprofit Leadership116: Is It Time for a Capital Campaign? (Cindy Clark)116: Is It Time for a Capital Campaign? (Cindy Clark)SUMMARYAs we move through the pandemic, numerous factors are influencing nonprofit leaders to consider whether now is the time to launch a capital campaign. Pent up demand, relatively good economic conditions, competition from other nonprofits - and just a restlessness from staff and board - may all be pushing you to what feels like an inevitable fundraising effort. But are you and your nonprofit really ready? My colleague Cindy Clark is the perfect one to answer this que...
2021-07-2947 min
Charlotte Readers PodcastHoward E. Covington, Jr.’s Book is “Beyond the Bank: Hugh McColl’s Chapter 2”In this episode 215, we visit with Howard Covington, Jr., author of “Beyond the Bank: Hugh McColl’s Chapter Two,” an in-depth look into the great legacy of Hugh McColl’s philanthropy after his retirement from Bank of America and some of the unique aspects of his character and philosophy that made him successful.
In his 80s, McColl remains a force for good in Charlotte, North Carolina, from his career at Bank of America to the capital he invests into his neighbors in order to better the community.
Paul Leonard, former CEO of Habitat for Humanity, had this to...
2021-06-0442 minYour Path to Nonprofit Leadership105: The Nonprofit Leader’s Guide to Demystifying Donor Advised Funds (Catherine Warfield)105: The Nonprofit Leader’s Guide to Demystifying Donor Advised Funds (Catherine Warfield)SUMMARYWhile the knowledge required for successful nonprofit leadership is extensive, one area that can be challenging - and even intimidating - is legacy or planned giving. Complicating this subject are the various philanthropic vehicles many donors are using, especially the increasingly popular Donor Advised Fund. What are they? How do they work? How can your nonprofit better engage the donors who use them? These are exactly the questions Catherine Warfield and...
2021-05-2056 minYour Path to Nonprofit Leadership99: Moving Through the Pandemic: What Do We Do Now? (Michael Marsicano)099: Moving Through the Pandemic: What Do We Do Now? (Michael Marsicano)SUMMARYAs one of the most popular guests on Your Path to Nonprofit Leadership, it seems only fitting to bring back Michael Marsicano as the podcast completes its first 100 episodes. On his first visit to the Path (episode #32), Michael raised important questions - and offered key insight - on the role of philanthropy as nonprofit leaders grappled with a global pandemic in April of 2020. A year l...
2021-04-201h 04
The Fintech Moshpit - Powered by Carolina Fintech HubEp053: Michael Marsicano of FFTC Talks Small Biz Grants and COVID Response Fund (BROADCAST LIVE)Episode 53 of the Fintech Moshpit – Join us for an intimate discussion with the CEO of Foundation for the Carolinas, Michael Marsicano. We will discuss the COVID Response Fund, Small Business Grants Program, National Disaster Relief Grants, and much more.
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2020-07-1048 min
The Boiler RoomWe Will Not Forget The Tyrannical Blue State Response to Covid 19The Boiler Room presented by Project 56 took to the streets of Wayne County, Pa this past weekend to voice our concerns around Tom Wolf's tyrannical response to COVID. A bunch of great patriots showed up to voice their concerns and advocate for the reopening of Pennsylvania. The rally was organized by fellow Wayne County resident and patriot Daniel Shakkour. Dan, did a great job and we appreciate him having us there! We were so happy to be included and to get to talk to many others throughout PA who share this view. There were several speakers at the Rally on...
2020-06-0220 minYour Path to Nonprofit Leadership32: Community Leadership in the Philanthropic Sector (Michael Marsicano)032: Community Leadership in the Philanthropic Sector (Michael Marsicano)SUMMARYMichael Marsicano leads one of the largest community foundations in the United States. He is passionate about bringing communities together to maximize philanthropy and improve all aspects of society. Like nonprofit leaders around the world, he was faced with an unprecedented challenge – and opportunity – with the arrival of COVID-19. What did he do? He mobilized his team and collaborative partners throughout the region to quickly establish the COVID-19 Response Fund, one of the largest efforts...
2020-04-2748 min
Carolina Business ReviewAffordable HousingThe affordable housing crunch is impacting the larger cities around the region. We look at the greatest challenges and possible solutions. Panelists: Charlotte Mayor Vi Lyles, Columbia Mayor Stephen K. Benjamin, Brika Eklund, Director of Real Estate, Self Help Credit Union, and Michael Marsicano, Foundation for the Carolinas
2019-08-1926 min
The Nonprofit ExperienceEp 13: Leading by ListeningLong time friends and colleagues Robert Bush and Michael Marsicano reflect on their careers and the importance of coalition-building to community leadership.
2018-11-2132 min
On Life and MeaningMichael Marsicano | Visionary Catalyst Michael Marsicano is ranked by Charlotte magazine as the most powerful person in the city of Charlotte. He is president and CEO of The Foundation For The Carolinas, a Charlotte-based community foundation that advances philanthropy and drives major civic leadership initiatives. Prior to joining the Foundation, Michael served as president and CEO of the Arts & Science Council in Charlotte, and as executive director of the Durham Arts Council and the Royal Arts Center in Durham, North Carolina. He has served on the boards of several national and local organizations, from Americans for the Arts to Duke University. He has...
2018-03-2100 min
Podcast – What Brings us TogetherEpisode 41: Michael MarsicanoMike Marsicano has been one of my best friends for the better part of 20 years. He is witty, a real charmer and has turned me on to more of the music that has defined who I am than almost anyone else. He also happens to be an incredibly talented artist. The day that he … Continue reading →
2013-11-1200 min