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Next in NonprofitsNext in Nonprofits 207 - Ballot initiatives with Chris Melody Fields Figueredo Chris Melody Fields Figueredo is the executive director of the Ballot Initiative Strategy Center, "a nationwide movement-building infrastructure organization that leverages ballot measures across the United States to strengthen democracy; center people of color, queer, low-income, immigrant, Indigenous, and other marginalized communities; advance racial equity; build and transform power; and galvanize a new progressive base." Chris joins host Steve Boland to talk about how nonprofits may consider using ballot initiatives to move their missions forward. Chris discusses tools at both state and local levels, how organizing campaigns can think about longer...2025-07-2944 min

Reflections on Generosity107: A Source of Blessing"...And joy is the appropriate attitude with which to help others because acts of generosity are a source of blessing to the giver as well as the receiver..."This week, I’m reading a quote from John Chrysostom from the 400 A.D.s.Reflection questions:If you are writing a fundraising appeal for an urgent need, step back and ask yourself these two questions.What will the donor feel when they read or hear your appeal?Does the appeal honor the subject’s dignity or, if a...2025-07-0704 min

Next in NonprofitsResponding to attacks with Greg Harrell-Edge Greg Harrell-Edge is the founder of Proimpact Project, which is "Supporting nonprofit leaders with content and a community to scale impact." Greg talks to host Steve Boland about the need for early response, and more frequent responses, when nonprofits and social good missions are attacked. Keeping the tone authentic about your work and the real impact of your work, helps shift the conversation away from demonizing the whole sector. Greg mentions his influence in emphasis on impact from Dan Pallotta's TED talk. Greg further suggests tying fundraising support messages when appropriate...2025-07-0144 min

Next in NonprofitsAdvocacy, 501 (c) 3 and 501 (c) 4 with Kat Rohn of Outfront Minnesota Kat Rohn is the Executive Director of Outfront Minnesota, as well as Outfront Minnesota Community Services! Kat joins host Steve Boland to talk about advocacy in the nonprofit sector with a focus on the differences between 501 (c) 3 organizations (purely public charities with tax deductible contributions) and 501 (c) 4 nonprofits (social welfare organization where gifts are not tax deductible). All nonprofits can be engaged in some kinds of advocacy, and the conversation references some help on understanding this from the Minnesota Council of Nonprofits. Kat talks about Outfront Minnesota's experience managing...2025-06-1742 min

Go Beyond Fundraising: The Podcast for NonprofitsHow Nonprofits Can Navigate Uncertainty and Emerge Stronger in 2025The challenges have come quickly in 2025, leaving many nonprofits at risk of losing funding. Donors could be impacted, too, amid job loss, tariffs, and inflation. The next step forward may not be obvious, but one thing is clear: this is no time to stand still. On this episode of the Go Beyond Fundraising podcast, we talk with Allegiance Group + Pursuant CEO Trent Ricker about how nonprofits can navigate the economic and social uncertainty this year has brought. He explains why leaning into this moment is critical to emerge stronger on the other side. As we learned with COVID and the...2025-05-2737 min

Next in NonprofitsNext in Nonprofits 202 - Community Centric Fundraising with Faviola Ramirez and Brooke Thomson Faviola "Favi" Ramirez is a community organizer, often with BIPOC outdoors. Brooke Thomson is the development director at Abortion Care Network. Favi and Brooke have been part of the Community-centric fundraising movement, including a group sharing and based in Minnesota. Favi and Brooke join the podcast to talk about the origins of community-centric fundraising, and help to define it with some of the ten principles defined on the CCF website. Concepts of indigenizing giving and grant-making, beginning the work with an audit of existing donor pages of website looking at terms of "we"...2025-05-2040 min

Next in NonprofitsReceiving non-cash gifts with Patrick Kincade Patrick Kincade is Regional Director at Stonebridge Capital Advisors, a firm offering portfolio management services and related advising to nonprofit organizations as well as businesses and individuals. Patrick talks with host Steve Boland about a range of ways nonprofits can be ready to receive larger gifts, especially gifts that may not be cash. Gifts could be donations of stock, or gifts of value like real-estate or even new classes of assets like cryptocurrency. Patrick talks about planning, tools to have at the ready, and when it may be time to decline some more...2025-05-1343 min

Next in NonprofitsKnowledge sharing with Next in Nonprofits This special 200th Anniversary episode of the podcast is hosted by KD Bauer and features members of the Next in Nonprofits team! KD talks with Steve Boland, Kathleen Conroy and Chelley McLear about sharing knowledge in the nonprofit sector. (Team members Bruktait Kebede, Keren Gudeman, and Grace Mayo contributed ideas off mic!) Next in Nonprofits chooses to do this in many ways, including by producing this podcast! Many charities learn a great deal about community support, new tools, partnerships and so much more. Sharing that learning is not always the top priority of...2025-04-2244 min

Reflections on Generosity96: Unexpected Gift"... If donors are largely unaware of fluctuations in the grants received by charities, then reductions in fund-raising becomes a sensible explanation for crowding out..."This week, I came across a large scale research article from 2009 titled, “Is Crowding Out Due Entirely to Fundraising?”Reflection questions:If your organization suddenly lost significant government funding, what unique strengths, especially through your donor relationships, could you leverage to better serve your specific community's needs?The nonprofit sector has faced profound shifts before. Will you ponder with me how our current challenges could bring...2025-04-2105 min

Next in NonprofitsAl-Maa'uun with Tyrus Hayes for Podcasthon Tyrus Hayes is the Director of Strategic Engagement for Al-Maa'uun, a Minneapolis-based nonprofit whose "mission is to alleviate poverty and oppression within black and communities of color in North Minneapolis and surrounding areas through direct service and advocacy." The Next in Nonprofits Podcast usually focuses on a broad topic of interest to the nonprofit community rather than featuring the story of a single nonprofit. We were approached by Podcasthon to divert from our regular format once a year to lift up the work of a specific mission. We are proud to bring the...2025-03-1841 min

Reflections on Generosity92: Execise of Virtue in the Face of Indecision“...Confidence is that feeling by which the mind embarks in great and honorable courses with a sure hope and trust in itself...”This week, I’m reflected on the words of Cicero as weaved through several of his works, published between 89 BC and 43 BC. Reflection questions:Is there an area where you are stuck in indecision and procrastination? How can you bring confidence, hope, or trust in a good outcome to that area of indecision?Reflection on quotes:This week, I’m been thinking about the effect...2025-03-1004 min

Reflections on Generosity91: (Nonprofits Have) A Power Conspicuous"Thenceforth they are no longer isolated individuals, but a power conspicuous from the distance whose actions serve as an example; when it speaks, people listen...."This week, I’m reading selected quotes from Democracy in America by Alexis De Tocqueville. Published in 1835. Note: his use of the word association is our current word for nonprofit.Reflection questions:How are we sharing the impact of the causes we serve? In sharing our impacts, are we welcoming our communities to unite with us and have their power enhanced?How are...2025-03-0303 min

Reflections on Generosity89: Generosity with Discernment"...Where there is quiet and meditation, there is neither worry nor dissipation...."This week, I’m reflecting on Of the Virtues putting Vices to Flight by Francis of Assisi, first published in English in 1906.Reflection questions:Which virtue do you want to cultivate this week?Complete this sentence, This week, I want our donors to know and feel...Reflection on quote:As I record this week’s reflection, there continues to be so much upheaval for nonprofits. How we respond matters to our missi...2025-02-1804 min

Go Beyond Fundraising: The Podcast for NonprofitsThink Like an Entrepreneur: Revenue Growth & Sustainable Programs for NonprofitsNonprofits operate in a fast-paced world. To navigate the rapid changes in technology, social behaviors, and how we exchange information, it’s time to think like an entrepreneur. In this episode of the Go Beyond Fundraising podcast, our CEO, Trent Ricker, talks with Tom Ulbrich, President and CEO of Goodwill of Western New York. Tom has extensive entrepreneurial experience, having owned and grown multiple businesses. He also ran the Center for Entrepreneurial Leadership at the University of Buffalo and was an Assistant Dean at the Schools of Management and Social Work, where he worked on social innovation. Throughout this conversation, To...2025-02-1040 min

Go Beyond Fundraising: The Podcast for NonprofitsProven Strategies to Maximize DAF Impact for NonprofitsDoes your organization struggle to engage donors behind gifts from donor-advised funds (DAFs)? Have you received a generous DAF gift but wondered how to thank the anonymous donor and build a lasting connection? Engaging DAF donors can be challenging, especially when anonymity creates a barrier. However, with thoughtful strategies, your nonprofit can foster gratitude, retention, and deeper donor relationships, even with DAF contributors. In this episode of the Go Beyond Fundraising podcast, Ryan Carpenter, VP of Client Success at GivingDNA, tackles the challenges nonprofits face with DAF giving. Ryan shares practical strategies to build stronger relationships with DAF donors, despite...2025-02-0517 min

Reflections on Generosity85: Contributions to Justice"...How lovely that everyone, great and small, can make their contribution toward introducing justice straight away!..."This week, I’m reading from Give, an essay from Anne Frank, published in 1959.Reflection questions:Pick a task on your to-do list this week and imagine your colleagues in other nonprofits doing the same task. What impact does your combined efforts have on your community?Where are you lacking in courage? To whom can you turn to receive support in that area?Reflection on quote:2025-01-2004 min

Reflections on Generosity75: Generosity Begins with Us"...A generous person will prosper; whoever refreshes others will be refreshed...."This week, I’m reading a quote from the Jewish wisdom on generosity from Proverbs 11.Reflection questions:As you wait for donors to respond to a campaign, have you given to the mission you serve?How are you leading this week in your daily life with the intention of generosity in your own life?Reflection on Quote:A part of any campaign is the waiting. We wait for a donor to join us...2024-11-0403 min

Reflections on Generosity73: Generosity Builds Democracy..."An association [nonprofit] is an educated and powerful body of citizens which cannot be twisted to any person's will or quietly trodden down,..." This week, I’m reading selected quotes from Democracy in America by Alexis De Tocqueville, published in 1835. Note. His use of the word association is our current word for nonprofit.Reflection questions:Are you getting caught up how national events affect the nonprofit you serve? Will you instead reflect on ways your nonprofit is improving your community through the power of association and democracy?How...2024-10-2104 min

Next in NonprofitsExpanding ways to give with Laura Tufano Laura Tufano is the founder and principle of Tufano Consulting, and is "a Certified Fund Raising Executive and has raised money for social justice, the arts, education, and human services over the course of her 20-year career." Laura joins host Steve Boland to talk about how nonprofits can be open to all the ways donors may choose to give. One-time cash gifts and recurring donations online are great tools to involve donors, but nonprofits can help donors expand their thinking. Laura talks about the value of picking up the phone and just talking...2024-10-1545 min

Next in NonprofitsNext in Nonprofits 190 - Recurring donor segmentation with Sheetal Puri Sheetal Puri is the Senior Director, Digital Fundraising for the Wikimedia Foundation. "The Wikimedia Foundation is the nonprofit that hosts Wikipedia and our other free knowledge projects." Wikimedia is supported by millions of individual donors, and projects like Wikipedia serve billions and billions of web views every month. Host Steve Boland asked Sheetal to discuss a project to segment communications between existing donors (about two percent of Wikipedia users) and users who have not yet made a financial contribution. Her team sent an email to recurring donors before a campaign launch providing those...2024-10-0244 min

Go Beyond Fundraising: The Podcast for NonprofitsCrisis Response Fundraising: Valuable Lessons Nonprofits Can LearnIn this episode, Pursuant's CEO Trent Ricker sat down with Kevin Hagan, President and CEO of PAN Foundation, to talk about the effect of global crises on fundraising. With the current Ukraine crisis, we've seen nontraditional or so-called 'unorganized' giving, as people adopted unique ways to support and donate. In this dialogue, these nonprofit leaders discuss lessons that nonprofits can learn from grassroots efforts like these when it comes to funding specific missions.2024-09-1128 min

Next in NonprofitsDonor Management System survey with Karen Graham Karen Graham is the founder of Karen Graham Consulting, with whose "20+ years experience in nonprofit leadership, consulting, and capacity building earned me a broad knowledge of how people, process, and technology can work together to create impact." Karen was part of a team with NTEN and Lehman Associates collaborating on a survey of donor management system (DMS) satisfaction in the nonprofit community. The full survey materials are available at Karen Graham Consulting. Karen joins host Steve Boland to discuss the survey and the implications for organizations working with DMS' - which according to...2024-08-3045 min

Next in NonprofitsLogic models with Lesley De Paz Lesley De Paz is the lead consultant at Nonprofit Orchard, which offers a "step by step approach to align all aspects of my organization helping us to reach our potential." Lesley recommends and uses logic models and theories of change to help nonprofits in their work. She joins host Steve Boland to talk about the difference between a logic model and a theory of change, how outputs are different from outcomes, understanding your own inputs to create change, and much more! Visit Nonprofit Orchard to see some examples of logic models, learn about...2024-07-1645 min

Next in NonprofitsVolunteerism with Lynn Margherio Lynn Margherio is the Founder and CEO of Cradles to Crayons, which "provides children from birth through age 12, living in homeless or low-income situations, with the essential items they need to thrive – at home, at school, and at play. We supply these items free of charge by engaging and connecting communities." Cradles to Crayons uses a lot of volunteers - of all ages - to meet their mission goals. Lynn joins host Steve Boland to talk about the importance of volunteerism as a component of building both service delivery and community su...2024-06-1844 min

Next in NonprofitsAI Responsibility Principles with Submittable Anne Nies is the Director of Science for Submittable, and Sam Caplan is the Vice President of Social Impact. Submittable is a platform to help "clients further social impact through programs that reach millions of people around the world." Anne and Sam join host Steve Boland to talk about five specific principles that Submittable is deploying as it makes Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools available in their platform - both for nonprofits and those organizations that support charities. The principles include AI as; Empowering, Accountable, Transparent, Equitable, and Private & Secure. Anne and...2024-04-3044 min

Go Beyond Fundraising: The Podcast for NonprofitsFundraising During an Election Year: What Nonprofits Need to Know in 2024It’s hard to miss the fact that 2024 is an election year. The presidential race is dominating news cycles and social media, but what does it mean for your fundraising efforts? On this episode of the Go Beyond Fundraising podcast, we talk with Allegiance Group + Pursuant Chief Strategy Officer Trent Ricker about what nonprofits can expect. Organizations often fear that political giving will impact their fundraising; however, studies show this simply doesn’t happen. Instead, nonprofits should adjust their timing and approach to campaigns based on the political climate. Ricker highlights the need for nonprofits to stay agile and responsive to c...2024-04-2322 min

Next in NonprofitsElection-year fundraising with Shanna Kirby of Classy Shanna Birky is the Vice President, Customer Experience at Classy, "a giving platform that enables nonprofits to connect supporters with the causes they care about." Classy is presenting a webinar on election-year fundraising on May 1, 2024. Shanna joins host Steve Boland talk about election year issues such as looking at specific dates this year to be aware campaign issues (primaries, debates, etc...) and timing your own events to avoid conflicts, developing a rapid response strategy, setting up specific campaigns on topics being discussed in elections, and being ready for "rage-giving" in unexpected issues that...2024-04-1647 min

Next in NonprofitsSalesforce for nonprofits with Jenn Taylor Jenn Taylor is the Founder of Deep Why Design, created to "to help nonprofit organizations transform and humanize their data systems. Humanized systems are transparent, equitable, and effective." The Deep Why Design team has been assisting nonprofits with tools such as Salesforce, and Jenn joins this episode to talk about the evolution of Salesforce into something more and more useful to smaller and mid-sized nonprofits. Host Steve Boland talks to Jenn about the true cost of the "free" Salesforce.org licenses (read: free as in puppies, not free as in beer), understanding Salesforce...2023-11-2144 min

Go Beyond Fundraising: The Podcast for NonprofitsBest-Kept Secret No More: Why Nonprofits Should Accept Stock DonationsLet’s start with some astounding numbers: More than half of all U.S. households own stock, and about 5 million stockholders have portfolios worth millions of dollars. For these individuals, a major gift such as $10,000 to a nonprofit would be a drop in the bucket. But this amounts to $50 billion of potential charitable giving from the top stockholders alone. If you consider all stock owners, you could double the potential impact. So, with $100 billion of stock gifts at stake, it begs the question: why don’t more nonprofits accept stock donations? In this episode of the Go Beyond Fundraising podcast, we t...2023-11-0732 min

Successful Nonprofits PodcastSuccessful Nonprofits Podcast TrailerIf you are a nonprofit leader – or aspiring nonprofit leader – who is looking for actionable advice and insights to help you and your nonprofit thrive, then the Successful Nonprofits Podcast is for you. With over half-a-million downloads, our actionable and informative content is the reason we're ranked in the top 2% of podcasts globally. I’m the host Dolph Goldenburg, and I’m also a consultant, coach, and confidant for leaders at small and large organizations across the country. As the host, I bring 3 decades of leadership and consulting experience building, growing, leading, and repairing organizations. 2023-09-2500 min

Next in NonprofitsGiving Circles with Sara Lomelin Sara Lomelin is the CEO of Philanthropy Together, with a mission "to democratize and diversify philanthropy through the power of collective giving." Sara joins host Steve Boland to talk about the power of collective giving in community. Philanthropy Together offers layers of tools to support communal giving, from starting new giving circles to now a Lauchpad for Nonprofits offering to support charities in building their own donor-connected giving. Sara discusses the long-time use of circles, and also the newer tools like Grapevine to support them. She talks about expanded giving tactics which may...2023-08-3147 min

Reflections on Generosity14: A Sip in the River".... Help your brother’s boat across and your own boat will reach the shore..."This week, I’m reading a quotes from three different cultures to help us reflect on our mentality of scarcity.Reflection questions:What ways can you cultivate joy for other nonprofits when they receive generous donations?When you know that a potential donor has a passion for a different cause, how will you encourage them to be generous to that different cause? To bless them and release them to be generous to a different organization?2023-08-2104 min

Next in NonprofitsNonprofits, ethics, and AI with Kari Aanestad Kari Aanestad is the Associate Director of the Minnesota Council of Nonprofits, which "works to inform, promote, connect, and strengthen individual nonprofits and the nonprofit sector." Kari is also the Co-Director of Grant Advisor, "safe way to anonymously give and receive feedback on grantmaking." Kari joins host Steve Boland to talk about the emerging tools in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and what their use may mean in the nonprofit sector. One of the most prevalent forms being adopted today is ChatGPT, a Large Language Model (LLM) which users can ask to write anything from...2023-06-0645 min

Next in NonprofitsState of Modern Philanthropy Report with Michelle Boggs Michelle Boggs is the Executive Nonprofit Industry Advisory for Classy, a "a giving platform that enables nonprofits to connect supporters with the causes they care about." Classy is now part of Go Fund Me, the "#1 and most trusted leader in online fundraising." Classy and Go Fund Me have released the 2023 State of Modern Philanthropy Report, exploring what works and challenges the data are showing in connecting with donors online. Topics include the most impactful social media channels for connections and conversions, the importance of peer-supported fundraising for donor acquisition, how larger donors may...2023-05-2344 min

Go Beyond Fundraising: The Podcast for NonprofitsIs Crypto Safe for Nonprofits?The fall of cryptocurrency exchange FTX has many nonprofits wondering whether accepting donations in the form of crypto is still a good idea. Just as many may be wondering what it all even means — FTX? SBF? Worry not. In this episode, we talk with Pat Duffy, co-founder of The Giving Block, a platform that makes it easy for crypto to be both donated and accepted. Pat walks us through what nonprofits need to know. But first, a brief explainer: FTX stands for Futures Exchange. It was one of the biggest exchanges for trading cryptocurrency and was lauded for being one of...2023-01-1126 min $Nonprofits - Let\'s Cut to the Chase$ Nonprofits - Let's Cut to the ChaseEpisode 10 - Data Management StrategiesGood data can help your nonprofit make educated and strategic decisions about what comes next for your organization. But with limited time and resources many nonprofits struggle with how to best to manage, analyze, and leverage their data. In this episode we are speaking with Will Lester, Vice President of Data Services from Ignite Philanthropy about the challenges and strategies related to nonprofit data management. Will Lester leads Ignite’s Data Services division supporting the philanthropic and non-profit sector with an array of data services analytics to help manage, analyze, and leverage data to improve donor relationships and...2022-11-0820 min

Go Beyond Fundraising: The Podcast for NonprofitsWhat Nonprofits Can Learn From Startups About Scarcity MindsetNonprofits are often tasked with doing more with less, leaving fundraisers feeling like they have limited options and resources, which in turn can lead to a lack of innovation and creativity. This is called a scarcity mindset, and it can be detrimental to achieving the results you want to see. In this episode, we talk with Gauri Manglik, CEO and Co-Founder of Instrumentl, a tech solution that helps nonprofits prospect funders and manage grant applications. Gauri’s background is with startups, but she says her work with nonprofits has revealed several parallels between the two. Both startups and nonprofits tend to...2022-10-1828 min $Nonprofits - Let\'s Cut to the Chase$ Nonprofits - Let's Cut to the ChaseEpisode 8 - Rebuilding Your Volunteer Program after COVIDA recent study by Fidelity Charitable reported that two out of three volunteers had reduced or halted their volunteer work at a nonprofit during COVID. Now that we are moving out of the pandemic many nonprofits are struggling with how to rebuild their volunteer programs. In this episode we are speaking with Diane Isler. Diane serves on the Save the Animals Foundation board and is spearheading the rebuilding of their volunteer program. Diane T. Isler is a member of the board of director for the Save the Animals Foundation. (STAF.org) Diane is also the founder and CEO o...2022-10-1017 min $Nonprofits - Let\'s Cut to the Chase$ Nonprofits - Let's Cut to the ChaseEpisode 4 - Marketing Your Nonprofit – Tips & TrendsDoes your nonprofit have a marketing plan? Often nonprofits underestimate the value and benefits of a marketing strategy for their organization. In this episode we speak with Kelli Tarantino, President of Cincinnati Marketing Solutions, and Tamie Sullivan, Senior Marketing and Nonprofit Specialist from Cincinnati Marketing Solutions. We explore marketing tips, trends and mistakes nonprofits should avoid. Kelli Tarantino, President/Small Business Marketing Expert, Fractional CMO/Editor, GC Nonprofit News. Kelli has over 30 years’ experience in marketing, sales and management in a wide variety of industries. She is passionate about and specializes in working with small business owners and non...2022-08-1519 min

Next in NonprofitsThe Bold Promise with Fieldtrip’s Jane Pfieffer Jane Pfieffer is the founder and president of Fieldtrip, "a cause-driven agency that amplifies nonprofits and the impact they make." Jane joins host Steve Boland to talk about the ideas Fieldtrip uses with charities to move potential supporters or clients to action. Listeners can see Jane talk about some of these ideas in her Mission Multiplier series on the Fieldtrip website (or directly on YouTube). Jane and Steve talk about the idea of the Bold Promise - telling your community how you are delivering on an important and big need in your community.2022-08-0944 min $Nonprofits - Let\'s Cut to the Chase$ Nonprofits - Let's Cut to the ChaseEpisode 2 - Remote Work – Trends & PracticesA recent study found most organizations are heading towards or already have a hybrid workplace. COVID forced many nonprofits to quickly rethink and embrace remote work. How is this trend impacting your work place? Does your organization have in place the practices and policies to effectively manage your remote workers? In this episode we discuss remote work trends and practices and how they are impacting nonprofits. 2022-07-1122 min $Nonprofits - Let\'s Cut to the Chase$ Nonprofits - Let's Cut to the ChaseEpisode 1 - Legal Pitfalls that Impact NonprofitsDoes your board and leadership recognize and manage the legal risks that can impact your organization? Nonprofits face unique legal challenges that can compromise their organization and mission. In this episode we speak with Erin Childs, Executive Director of Pro Bono Partnership of Ohio about legal pitfalls that can impact nonprofits — and how to avoid them. Erin was hired as the Executive Director of Pro Bono Partnership of Ohio when it was founded in 2014. She is responsible for advancing the mission of PBPO and leading the staff and legal programs. Involved in all areas of the organization, Erin se...2022-06-2922 min

Next in NonprofitsNonprofit sector investments and Candid with Kris Kewitsch Kris Kewitsch is the executive director of the Charities Review Council, whose mission is "building donor and nonprofit relationships for strong, vibrant, and just communities." Their work helping nonprofits improve transparency and learn brought Kris to the podcast in 2019 to talk about the original news on the merger of the Foundation Center and Guidestar to create Candid. Candid announced last week they had received a gift of $15 million in general operating support from Mackenzie Scott. Kris joins host Steve Boland to talk about a gift of this magnitude to a nonprofit sector support...2022-06-2842 min

Go Beyond Fundraising: The Podcast for NonprofitsDemystifying Crypto Donations for NonprofitsIs your nonprofit on the fence about accepting crypto? Are you interested in learning what the buzz is all about? Maybe you’re curious about the fundraising benefits for your organization? Then you won’t want to miss this podcast. To answer all your crypto-related questions, we spoke with Pat Duffy, Co-Founder of The Giving Block. In 2018, Pat, and co-founder Alex Wilson, saw an opportunity in the market to facilitate cryptocurrency fundraising specifically for nonprofits. The Giving Block empowers nonprofits to leverage crypto technology to more effectively achieve their mission. The current market is down, but long-term crypto value has prove...2022-06-2121 min

Next in NonprofitsEndowments, big swings, and legacy giving This episode is a first for Next in Nonprofits: A podcast cross-over episode with A Legacy of Generosity podcast! Kristi Ackley and Carl Newbanks are two of the hosts of that program, "dedicated to provide professional development content for every fundraiser with special attention to planned and legacy giving." Kristi and Carl join host Steve Boland to talk about the questions and challenges approaching and supporting and large donors in making choices around big gifts to charities. One option would be to create or give to an endowment - earning money for future...2022-06-1444 min

Next in NonprofitsRightGift with Allie Meador Allie Meador is the Chief Revenue Officer of RightGift, whose "mission is to empower nonprofits and their donors to expand their social impact through conscious utilization of purchases and in-kind donations." Allie joins host Steve Boland to talk about how RightGift supports charities with tools such as wish-list purchasing from donors, receipts for those donors, bulk purchases, delayed shipping and storage for bulk purchases, logistics support and more. 2022-05-2446 min

Next in NonprofitsExpert partners for nonprofits with Holly Rustick Holly Rustick is "founder of Grant Writing & Funding, and ... create(s) effective systems so grant writers ensure that nonprofits grow capacity, increase funding and advance mission." Holly is the author of The Beginner's Guide to Grant Writing and the host of the podcast Grant Writing and Funding. Holly joins host Steve Boland to talk about the evolving nature of outsourced support for nonprofit organizations, especially in non-core areas of specialization like fund development and communications. The lessons of the COVID workplace have opened more doors to charities using a remote workforce and to...2022-05-1045 min

Next in NonprofitsInstrumentl grant tool with Gauri Manglik Gauri Manglik is the CEO and co-founder of Instrumentl, which "brings grant discovery, research, and tracking to one place. With Instrumentl, development staff are more effective and efficient at finding the right grants for their nonprofits." Gauri joins host Steve Boland to talk about the origins of the tool, and what makes Instrumental different from other tools for grants in the nonprofit sector. Gauri talks about the evolution of their discovery algorithm, features like understanding how much funders invest in new applicants, updating government funding opportunities and so much more. 2022-04-1944 min

Go Beyond Fundraising: The Podcast for NonprofitsHow the Pandemic has Accelerated the Way Nonprofits Operate DigitallyIn the 2nd release of this two-part podcast, we continued our conversation with Maureen Wallbeoff, by looking at how technology is bringing us out of a "brick-n-mortar" mindset and into a "cloud" mindset. We’ll examine how the pandemic has transformed the mission of our organizations and how we operate as nonprofits. The results of these experiences are valuable lessons you can deliver to your team as well as communicate them to your donors. Some key takeaways: Meeting the technological demands of your nonprofit How technology supports us and how it will change the future of work A case study lo...2022-03-2218 min

Next in NonprofitsHybrid and virtual events with We & Goliath Daniel Moss and Michelle Garrison are the Co-Founders & Virtual Event Strategists at We & Goliath, which "provides a beautifully branded end-to-end solution that will engage your attendees, improve their collaboration and performance, and keep them coming back for more." Daniel and Michelle join host Steve Boland to talk about the changing nature of events in 2022 and beyond, especially as it relates to changes in virtual events and hybrid events with a virtual component. We & Goliath talk more about engagement tools and strategies, integrating vendors and sponsors, tools to support this work and much more...2022-03-0948 min

Top NonprofitsOperation Smile and #BitcoinTuesdayThis past year, Operation Smile proudly announced that they will begin accepting Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies through The Giving Block. This November 30, 2021 is #BitcoinTuesday; Operation Smile is urging the public to help children worldwide live better lives. Listen as TopNonprofits' Amy DeVita chats with Operation Smiles' Director of US Philanthropy for global nonprofit Operation Smile, Amber Leonti. Leonti shares how cryptocurrency can help increase the accessibility of surgical care in underserved communities around the world...and how other nonprofits can get started accepting cryptocurrency donations. Operation Smile is a global surgical nonprofit that...2021-11-2524 min $Nonprofits - Let\'s Cut to the Chase$ Nonprofits - Let's Cut to the ChaseEpisode 10: Measuring the Impact of Your Volunteers with Aaron Grant, CAVAWe all know volunteers bring value and play an important role in the success of nonprofits. According to a recent study from Independent Sector – a volunteers’ time is worth an average of $24.14 an hour. That provides a measurement of value – but how do you define your volunteers impact? In this podcast we talk about why measuring your volunteers impact is important and how to know what you should be measuring and how. We speak with Aaron Grant, a senior project manager at People Working Cooperatively, his work includes managing their Volunteer Involvement Program. Aaron also serves as president of the Cincin...2021-11-0917 min

Next in NonprofitsFundraising Myth and Science series with Russell James Professor Russel James has been on the Next in Nonprofits podcast before, talking about resources for donors after the changes in itemization in 2018. Russell joins the conversation again to talk about his new book series, Fundraising Myth and Science. The books are available in audio for free on YouTube, in .pdf by connecting to Russell on LinkedIn, or in paper if desired via Amazon. The books are a series in four parts: The Storytelling Fundraiser, The Epic Fundraiser, The Primal Fundraiser, and The Socratic Fundraiser. Russell talks about research in each of these...2021-11-0245 min $Nonprofits - Let\'s Cut to the Chase$ Nonprofits - Let's Cut to the ChaseEpisode 9: Nonprofit Partnerships & Collaborations with Shannon-Starkey Taylor, Learning GroveNonprofits are always looking for ways to create a bigger impact – partnerships and collaborations can enable nonprofits to leverage their resources. But how do you create alliances that work for you and your organization? What do you need to know before you enter into a partnership with another nonprofit? In this episode we are speaking with Shannon Starkey-Taylor, CEO of the Learning Grove about nonprofit partnerships and collaborations. To learn more about Shannon and how to contact her, go to the podcast page at www.jpsnonprofit.com. Do you have any questions or comments about the show? Email Jane Page-Steiner at...2021-10-2615 min $Nonprofits - Let\'s Cut to the Chase$ Nonprofits - Let's Cut to the ChaseEpisode 8: Exploring HR Benefits For Your Nonprofit with Jennifer Homer, Strategic BenefitsYour benefit package matters more than ever in this crazy market for recruiting and retaining employees. Employees want access to benefit plans and many have the expectation that their employer will foot the whole bill. What are the health plan options for nonprofits – even those with just 2 employees? What will be the impact on your budget when implementing a healthcare plan? What are the trend in the healthcare market that are impacting nonprofits? Join us as we speak with Jennifer Homer, from Strategic Benefits about exploring benefits for your nonprofit. To learn more about Jennifer and how to contact her, go...2021-10-1216 min

Next in NonprofitsNonprofits and online security with Rob Shavell Rob Shavell is the CEO and Co-Founder of Abine and DeleteMe, "a hands-free subscription service that will remove your personal information that’s being sold online." Rob joins the podcast to talk about the risks of general data availability for nonprofit organizations. Groups will need and want to publish some information online about their key officers and directors for the community, but can also take measures to ensure a more secure experience and reduce possible downsides to being online. Rob also discusses how charities can honor their trusted relationships with donors by understanding ho...2021-09-2945 min

Next in NonprofitsPast and future of nonprofit associations with Jon Pratt Jon Pratt recently retired as Executive Director of the Minnesota Council of Nonprofits. Jon was the founding director, working in that role since 1987. The world of collective action by and for nonprofits has evolved in many ways since that time. It has also kept some very solid foundational elements through those decades. Host Steve Boland talks to Jon about this history of building one of the largest state nonprofit associations, and what we can learn about the future from that work. Some things have stayed the same - though the current web-based job-board...2021-09-1445 min

Next in NonprofitsMultifaceted philanthropy with Diane Lebson Diane Lebson is the CEO and Co-Founder of Evergreen Philanthropic Solutions and the author of the new book, For a Good Cause. Diane joins host Steve Boland to talk about all the ways people can support a cause, from donations to volunteering to creating a new charity. Diane talks about this work from different perspectives, including how women approach philanthropy differently, how a gendered-lens of power impacts those decisions, and how one considers impact when making decisions. More information available at Next in Nonprofits. 2021-08-1743 min $Nonprofits - Let\'s Cut to the Chase$ Nonprofits - Let's Cut to the ChaseEpisode 3: The Art of the Thank You with Adam Baker, Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical CenterWe all know it is important to thank your donors. Did you know more than 60 percent of all nonprofits fail to thank donors properly? Research shows that a personal thank you received within 48 hours increases the likelihood of first-time donors giving again. What can you do to truly make your donors feel appreciated and valued? Join us as we speak with Adam Baker, Stewardship Officer from Cincinnati Children’s Hospital to discuss the art of the thank you. To learn more about Adam and how to contact him, go to the podcast page at www.jpsnonprofit.com. Do you have an...2021-07-1916 min $Nonprofits - Let\'s Cut to the Chase$ Nonprofits - Let's Cut to the ChaseEpisode 2: Navigating Financial Reporting & Regulations for Fundraising Events, with VonLehmanFundraising events provide critical revenue for nonprofits. As you plan and navigate your special events what financial reporting or regulations should you keep in mind? Are you providing activities at your special event that may be impacted by gaming regulations? What are the tax reporting requirements for items contributed for a fundraising event? Join us as we speak with our guests from VonLehman CPA & Advisory Firm Stephanie Allgeyer, Shareholder and Nonprofit/Audit department lead, CPA/CFE and Bryan Pautsch, Principal and Nonprofit Tax Expert, CPA/JD about navigating financial reporting and regulations when planning fundraising events. To learn more about...2021-07-0513 min

The BOLD PodcastCreating Lucky Breaks with Sachika SinghSachika is a creative, critical-thinker and sociologist whose passions lie in research and data analysis, community health, and social justice. At GlobeMed she is responsible for cultivating and maintaining healthy GlobeMed student chapters and their 1-to-1 partnerships with grassroots organizations around the world. She is a two-time graduate from the University of Cincinnati with a MA and BA in Sociology. Sachika graduated from BOLD 5 in 2021. Here is what Sachika had to say about BOLD: "As a staff member of a non-profit, the Board often feels like an inaccessible...2021-06-0925 min

The BOLD PodcastReaching the Hispanic Community with Alfonso CornejoAlfonso Cornejo is a 30-year resident of Montgomery, where he and his wife Marilyn raised three children. Cornejo was born and raised in Mexico. He is a business consultant that helps small companies do business in Latin America. Cornejo moved to Cincinnati with P&G 30 years ago and continued in HR positions with Clorox and Chiquita before retiring in 2002. Alfonso has been president of the all-volunteer Hispanic Chamber Cincinnati USA for nearly 20 years. Initially he agreed to lead the organization temporarily, having little knowledge of nonprofits. But he liked seeing the grass-roots enthusiasm and realizing results...2021-05-2526 min

Next in NonprofitsState of Corporate Purpose Report with Sona Khosla Sona Khosla is the Chief Impact Officer of Benevity, which "is trusted by the world’s most purpose-driven brands to engage their people and communities in doing good." Benevity provides workplace giving and engagement tools, resources to nonprofits, and more. The State of Corporate Purpose report is the first such report issued by Benevity, and highlights trends observed in philanthropy and volunteerism via 650 participating Benevity partners. Some findings are less surprising (volunteer hours were down in the pandemic where many volunteers used to give time in person), but other findings show unexpected and dr...2021-05-1845 min

Next in NonprofitsMicrodonations and outside partners with Dominique Calixte Dominique Calixte is the Associate Director of Annual Giving and Special Events for YW Boston. She spends a lot of time considering the mix of support options to pay for mission work in the world, and has been a previous guest on the Next in Nonprofits podcast. Check out Fundraising While Black to learn more! Dominique joins host Steve Boland to talk about the pluses and minuses of outside organizations partnering with nonprofits for what Dominique calls "microdonations." A prime example (pun intended) is the Amazon Smile program, which donates .5% of eligible purchases...2021-05-0443 min

Next in NonprofitsPersonalization and automation with Tim Kachuriak Tim Kachuriak is the CEO and Founder of NextAfter, which "combines the perpetual learning of a fundraising research lab, the practical application of a digital-first agency, and the rigorous instruction of a training institute." Tim joins host Steve Boland to talk about how "people give to people" and the tools and tactics nonprofits can use to maximize the personal connection to donors while using some levels of automation to keep the process fast and affordable. Tim talks about the experiments run by NextAfter, what they have learned from this dat...2021-04-2048 min

Next in NonprofitsRacial Equity Journey with Nneka Allen and Chris Conroy Nneka Allen is the principal and founder of The Empathy Agency, which "offer(s) a better understanding of dominant cultures' impact on organizational culture because we are all responsible for the environments we create." Chris Conroy is a partner at The Wellspring Group, "a complete Human Resources and training consultancy helping healthcare providers, educational institutions, and social impact/nonprofit organizations build more inclusive, higher performing teams." Nneka and Chris join host Steve Boland to talk about their joint work in equity in the nonprofit sector, including their curriculum, Racial Equity Journey. They talk...2021-03-3049 min

Next in NonprofitsManagement changes after COVID with Jennifer Katrulya Jennifer Katrulya is a partner at Citrin Cooperman, "a top-25 nationally recognized full-service assurance, tax, and advisory firm with offices conveniently located throughout the United States." Jennifer works with nonprofits and other companies in all stages of development, and joins host Steve Boland to talk about the long-term changes charities may see from the COVID crisis. Jennifer discusses changes in work places, the potential longer-term needs in real-estate and remote locations, impacts on service delivery in charities and much more. 2021-02-1645 min

The BOLD PodcastIntroduction to the BOLD BlogDo you know what it takes to lead on a nonprofit board? Have you ever wondered if there is a community of practicing nonprofit board leaders? The BOLD Blog was created by Leadership Council for Nonprofits and the BOLD program for conversations dedicated to the practice and experiences of nonprofit board leaders. We wanted to create a community of practice around nonprofit board leadership. This podcast will provide you with knowledge, experience, and resources to become a board leader. We will interview BOLD faculty members, program participants, current board leaders, and nonprofits that have benefitted from...2020-12-0901 min

The BOLD PodcastJenny Berg, Executive Director of Leadership Council for NonprofitsLeadership Council is an association of nonprofit agencies, with over 230 nonprofit members, representing an economic impact of over $1B in our community. Leadership Council supports the nonprofit community by offering leadership development programs, training, cost savings (including medical insurance, retirement plans at no cost, and group purchasing) and networking opportunities for its members. Leadership Council is a growing group of local non-profit agencies who wish to build capacity, connect, collaborate with and learn from each other in order to meet the needs of the community. 2020-12-0911 min

Go Beyond Fundraising: The Podcast for NonprofitsWhy Indirect Metrics Matter for NonprofitsMost nonprofits focus on direct metrics to guide them through their budgeting process. Often, they look at figures like the number of emails and mailers sent, how many gifts were received, and gain/loss metrics (like net revenue and cost per dollar raised). This data indicates how a given program is performing. However, it doesn’t explain why you’re getting those results. In this episode, we sat down with one of our resident data gurus, Suchi Otta, to dive into what indirect metrics your nonprofit could be using to more effectively track the success or failure of your fundraising init...2020-11-2414 min

Next in NonprofitsNonprofit outreach and HIPAA with Spencer Brooks Spencer Brooks is the Founder and Principal of Brooks Digital, which "believe(s) in your mission and know(s) you have the tools and information to help your constituents, you just don’t know how to orchestrate it all together to boost traffic, engagement, memberships, and subscribers." Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) regulations exist to protect health-care consumers, and charities want to stay on the right side of those rules while asking their clients and supporters to stay connected with them outside any direct service relationship. Spencer talks with host Steve Bol...2020-10-0746 min

Go Beyond Fundraising: The Podcast for NonprofitsHow Nonprofits Can Use Augmented Intelligence to Raise More MoneyWhat’s first thing that comes to mind when you hear the phrase “AI?” If you thought about artificial intelligence or the 2001 Steven Spielberg movie, that’s not what we’re talking about. We recently sat down with our CEO Trent Ricker and EVP of Analytics, Insights, and Experience Hilary Noon to discuss Augmented Intelligence. In a nutshell, augmented intelligence blends human instincts and data to create more personal and relevant — and ultimately human — experiences for your donors. We just released a brand-new ebook on this topic. Download it here: https://info.pursuant.com/augmented-intelligence-for-nonprofits 2020-09-2832 min

Next in NonprofitsFacebook fundraising with Mark Cross Mark Cross is the Sales Director at GoodUnited, which is "is the worldwide leader in 1:1 conversational messaging between nonprofits and their donors." Mark joins host Steve Boland to talk about the "why" of using Facebook for fundraising, including the fact it is going to happen with or without your nonprofits engagement. Mark also gets into the "how" of using Facebook tools, including a blog post from GoodUnited with information about how to get approved with Facebook to get more information about Facebook fundraising. Despite acknowledged concerns about Facebook as a platform (see the...2020-09-1544 min

Successful Nonprofits PodcastCreate Lasting Change Through Advocacy with Tanya Tassi: Nonprofits Can Engage in Advocacy!Here’s a commonly held myth in the nonprofit sector: A 501(c)3 cannot take part in advocacy work. In this episode, Tanya Tassi shares how nonprofits can safely and effectively advocate. Listen in and start creating that lasting change you already work so hard for!2020-09-1034 min

Successful Nonprofits Podcast4 Tips for Efficient and Effective Fundraising with Patton McDowell: Big Fundraising Ideas for All NonprofitsSmall and medium-sized nonprofits face unique fundraising challenges and all too often overcompensate in ways that can cause lasting damage. Today’s guest, Patton McDowell, is not only a nonprofit podcast sensation himself, but a fundraising expert. Patton shares 4 simple tips to accomplish efficient and effective fundraising: adopt an achievable fundraising strategy, use positive messaging, properly engage your board and executive director, and keep your development staff happy. Listen in for details on how you and your nonprofit can achieve each of these and improve your fundraising outcome!2020-07-1628 min

Next in NonprofitsVideo for nonprofits with Doug Scott Doug Scott is the Founder and CEO of Tectonic Video, which believes "Video is the future, and nonprofits need to quickly adapt to this new reality." Doug joins host Steve Boland to talk about logical steps in video production and measurement for nonprofits. When to use the camera in your phone, when to hire a professional, and how to think about video as both a tool for expanding support for your work as well as a mission-accomplishing tactic. 2020-06-0948 min

Top NonprofitsThe Case for Monthly Giving with Erica WaasdorpIn this episode, Amy talks with Erica Waasdorp, President of A Direct Solution and Author of Monthly Giving: The Sleeping Giant, who has been helping nonprofits raise more money through appeals and monthly giving. With 30+ years of passionate experience in Monthly Giving, Appeals, Direct Response Fundraising, Direct Marketing, International Direct Marketing, Public Affairs, Advertising, Grant writing, Events. AFP Master Trainer, Speaker, Blogger, Webinar and Workshop presenter especially on Monthly Giving and Appeals. Erica has been developing and growing fundraising campaigns, and specializing in recurring giving programs in the US and in Europe for nearly 30. Listen...2020-04-2323 min

Next in NonprofitsCoronavirus relief programs with Jeff Baker Jeff Baker is Associate Clinical Professor of Law and Assistant Dean of Clinical Education & Global Programs at Pepperdine Caruso School of Law, and Director of the Community Justice Clinic. Jeff joins host Steve Boland to discuss the federal government response to the Coronavirus economic impact, and in particular the relief programs funded in the CARES Act: The Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) and the Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program. Nonprofits organizations are eligible to apply in both programs, and Jeff discusses what we know of the programs so far, and what nonprofits should...2020-04-2246 min

Top NonprofitsStrategic Planning in a Digital Age with Sarah OlivieriSarah Olivieri has worked for and with nonprofit organizations in practically every possible capacity. When she began her work as a consultant, she realized that many of the nonprofits that she worked with really couldn't handle great marketing because they just didn't have the internal structures in place to move effectively and consistently at the speed that you need to move in the digital age to take advantage of digital marketing. Listen and find out what steps you can take to align your strategic plan in the digital age. 2020-04-1328 min

Top NonprofitsA To-Do List for Nonprofits during the New Normal of Working During COVID 19t's not news to you that #covid19 has forced us all to work and live in some kind of "New Normal." As we all navigate uncharted waters for our family, health and our workplaces, we at TopNonprofitsand Shifting Gears Consulting wanted to offer some help for those of you who are do-gooding from your home. Listen as, Colleen Duerr offers great ideas for how you can use this time to optimize your organization's efforts. 2020-03-2650 min

Top NonprofitsHow to Build and Mobilize a Social Media Community with Julia CampbellJulia Campbell has worked for nonprofits, consulted for nonprofits, and most recently ...penned the new book, "How to Build and Mobilize a Social Media Community in 90 Days" In this interview, Campbell provides practical advice on how best to leverage social media platforms to further missions. 6 Most Common (and Destructive) Social Media Marketing Myths How can Social Media Marketing and Fundraising work together? What is the real job of you as the marketing person? What can we actually expect of Social Media? How can you get "buy-in" from other departments to help you with your efforts? H...2020-02-1140 min

Next in NonprofitsNonprofit Communications Engine with Sarah Durham Sarah Durham is the CEO of Big Duck, a communications consulting organization which specializes in "developing the voices of determined nonprofits." Sarah's new book, The Nonprofit Communications Engine, "outlines a simple model for nonprofit communicators and leaders that makes it easier for them to leverage communications in order to advance their mission. " Sarah joins host Steve Boland to discuss the metaphor of the Engine to envision interrelated parts moving toward a goal, a free, self-assessment tool to begin this work. the different types of engagement and measurements, and much more. 2020-01-2841 min

Next in NonprofitsTech Impact Data Consulting with Erica Blake and Lee BroderickErica Blake and Lee Broderick are consultants with Tech Impact, a nonprofit whose mission is help other charities "realize the potential of technology to achieve their mission and improve outcomes." Tech Impact provides consulting services for nonprofits in several areas. Erica and Lee join host Steve Boland to discuss the choices and challenges faced by charities upgrading from their initial tools, such as moving from a separate donor system and communications to a more comprehensive customer relationship management (CRM) system. They discuss the potential high-cost of "free", examining culture in choosing next systems, total cost of ownership...2020-01-2344 min

Next in NonprofitsSalesforce and Sustainable Development GoalsSalesforce is a customer relationship management platform which offers donated licenses to nonprofits under Salesforce.org. Salesforce holds an annual conference on their platform each year called Dreamforce, and this year emphasized the United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) as a part of that conference. Naomi Morenzoni is Vice President of Philanthropy Strategy at Salesforce. Sunya Norman is Director, Sustainability at Salesforce. They join host Steve Boland to talk about the SDGs in relation to Salesforce, how charities can see themselves contributing to that picture, and how to learn more from tools such as as the Tr...2019-12-1731 min

Next in NonprofitsGoogle.org with Justin SteeleJustin Steele is the Head of Americas for Google.org, which “bring(s) the best of Google to innovative nonprofits that are committed to creating a world that works for everyone.” The philanthropic work of Google brings cash grants to charities, but also commits staff time and partnerships to create solutions to issues in communities world-wide. Justin joins host Steve Boland to talk about how Google.org makes decisions in funding, launching open challenges, the unique challenges in areas such as data management, and learning where Google teams can offer specific insight, and much more. More...2019-11-1245 min

Successful Nonprofits PodcastBroadcast With Your Own Podcast: Why Your Nonprofits next Project Should be to Start a Podcast with Matt PassyI believe that every nonprofit should launch its own podcast, and so does this episode’s guest. There simply could not be a more intimate way to connect with hundreds or even thousands of supporters, prospective volunteers and prospective donors every week. Through a podcast, your organization can promote its mission, tell its story and significantly expand its base. Matthew Passey is widely known as The Podcast Consultant because he has helped clients generate over 20 million podcast downloads! At a time when very few nonprofits have jumped on this podcasting bandwagon, now is the time for...2019-09-1139 min

Next in NonprofitsDonor Advised Funds with Kari Aanestad and Jon PrattKari Aanestad is the Director of Advancement for the Minnesota Council of Nonprofits (MCN) and Co-Director of Grant Advisor. Jon Pratt is the Executive Director of the Minnesota Council of Nonprofits. Kari recently published a blog post, Why Donor Advised Funds Aren’t Really for Grantwriters (But Can Be…) at GrantAdvisor.org. An increasing amount of philanthropic giving is moving through Donor Advised Funds (DAFs), and this raises more questions about the nature of DAFs, transparency in giving, and supporting charitable work in communities. Kari and Jon join host Steve Boland to talk about a special working group a...2019-05-0743 min

Next in NonprofitsProgressive Web Apps and nonprofits with Michael SpinosaMichael Spinosa is the Chief Executive Officer of Unleashed Technologies, which “combine(s) technology, creativity, and strategy to transform your audience from visitors into evangelists.” Michael joins host Steve Boland to talk about Progressive Web Apps (PWAs), which are web-based tools that have all the benefits of installed apps on mobile phones, but without the downside of multiple development for different operating systems and app stores. Michael describes how a PWA can add an icon to a home-screen just like a traditional app, function offline like a traditional app, speed up processing, and save money over managing outr...2019-03-0548 min

Next in NonprofitsCandid dot org merger with Kris KewitschKris Kewitsch is the executive director of the Charities Review Council, and was one of the very first guests on the Next in Nonprofits podcast back in 2015! The Charities Review Council’s mission is “building donor and nonprofit relationships for strong, vibrant and just communities.” Kris joins host Steve Boland to talk about the recently announced merger creating Candid, a new organization from the Foundation Center and Guidestar. There is no projected immediate change in operations of the two large-scale nonprofit support organizations, but the merger will bring changes over time to how these types of services are pr...2019-02-2638 min

Next in NonprofitsMobile payments and nonprofits with Melissa JohnsonMelissa Johnson is a Payment Specialist with Merchant Maverick, “a comparison site that reviews and rates credit card processors, POS (Point of Sale) software companies, shopping carts, mobile payments services, and small business software.” Melissa has written extensively about mobile payment processing, including such topics as the Square Cash app, Venmo for Business, and much more. Melissa joins host Steve Boland to discuss the evolving state of accepting donations and payments, from traditional online credit card processing to contactless payments (such as Apple Pay or Google Pay with a phone), to app-based donations or payments. Melissa shares her...2019-02-1447 min

Next in NonprofitsCharitable deduction impacts with Kari AanestadKari Aanestad is the Director of Advancement at the Minnesota Council of Nonprofits, whose mission is to “ inform, promote, connect and strengthen individual nonprofits and the nonprofit sector.” Part of Kari’s work is to understand trends in giving and how organizations communicate to supporters of their work. Changes in tax law last year means fewer people will itemize deductions, so while gifts to charities are still deductible, more people will not see a financial benefit from giving. Learn morea about those changes and tactics for nonprofits in our episode with Russell James. Kari joins host Steve Boland...2019-02-0543 min

Next in NonprofitsTechSoup with Rebecca MasisakRebecca Masisak is the CEO of TechSoup, whose mission is to " build a dynamic bridge that enables civil society organizations and changemakers around the world to gain effective access to the resources they need to design and implement technology solutions for a more equitable planet." TechSoup has long facilitated donations and discounts on software for nonprofits and libraries, but in recent years has added hardware and services to its offerings. Rebecca joins host Steve Boland to talk about a growth plan for TechSoup to meet more of the needs in a broader range of areas by growing t...2019-01-3147 min

Next in NonprofitsNonprofit Accounting Standards with Katie McCloskey of Sage IntacctKatie McClosky is a product manager at Sage Intacct, a cloud-based financial management software package for nonprofits (and others) to understand and communicate their financial position. A recent update to accounting standards for nonprofit organizations (ASC Topic 958) changes how nonprofit organizations recognize revenue, talk about restrictions of gifts, and more. Katie talks about updates to Sage Intacct to help clients understand the changes, and prepare them to engage their staff and supporters in telling the full story of their sustainability, liquidity and more. Sage has additional resources available, including upcoming and recorded webinars from Sage to learn more. 2018-12-1236 min

Next in NonprofitsNonprofit strategic planning with Sarah OlivieriSarah Olivieri is the founder of the Impact Method at PivotGround, " a business framework for nonprofits designed to help them thrive in the digital age." Sarah joins host Steve Boland to talk about the evolution of strategic planning for nonprofit organizations in the Internet age. Concepts such as agile implementation, working in sprints, and more can inform an ongoing strategic framework rather than a set of immutable goals over a very long period such as a three-year or more plan. Connecting to long-term change, short-term externalities, and more are part of the conversation. 2018-11-1545 min

Next in NonprofitsGoogle Ads Grants with Michael RaskoMichael Rasko is the founder of Rasko Digital Marketing, which "help(s)nonprofits maximize the impact of their Google Grants accounts." Google Ads (formerly Adwords) grants are a specific donation program to help nonprofit organizations use up to $10,000 a month in search advertising from Google. The process of setting up and using Google Grants can be frustrating, and Michael offers expertise in overcoming barriers to getting access to the program, how to understand the impact of the program, tying your program to conversion goals in Google Analytics and much more. Michael's writing on this topic was featured...2018-11-0948 min

Next in NonprofitsNonprofit Events with Joel DodsonJoel Dodson is co-owner of TSV Sound and Vision, " a full-service A/V and event production company. We work diligently every day on behalf of our incredible clients in and around the St. Louis area." Joel works with nonprofits (and other) organizations to make success events of all sizes. Joel talks with host Steve Boland about the crowded marketplace for events, scaling events from small to larger, expectations of staff and what can be outsourced, working with sponsors and so much more! 2018-10-2544 min

Next in NonprofitsAdopt a Classroom with Ryan JordanRyan Jordan is the Director of Programs & Technology at Adopt a Classroom, whose mission is "advancing equity in education by powering today’s classrooms to prepare tomorrow’s graduates." The organization helps donors provide needed resources in classrooms across the country. Ryan joined host Steve Boland for a conversation at Dreamforce, the Salesforce.org conference. Ryan was presenting on smaller nonprofits using Salesforce.org tools to accomplish more mission work. Adopt a Classroom is managing big-data scale records with a small team of people, and using the Nonprofit Cloud to manage systems helps them reach a larger numbe...2018-10-1949 min

Top NonprofitsPartnering for Social Impact: How to engage a for profit in a cross-sector partnershipThe world of philanthropy has changed over the years, particularly when it comes to cross-sector partnerships. Here are some valuable tips for nonprofits on how to approach a business for a partnership. The advice comes from the "Father of Cause Marketing," Bruce Burtch-- who has structured numerous successful partnerships with the goal of focusing on the greater good. Today's nonprofits need to provide a Business Value Proposition (BVP) which outlines benefits for potential for-profit partners. In this podcast we dive into how to go about that, by defining the elements and providing the most popular benefits that f...2017-04-0312 min

Top NonprofitsJonathan Fanning on Emotional Intelligence and Nonprofit LeadershipIn this episode, we talk to Jonathan Fanning, dynamic speaker, leadership development expert, author, entrepreneur...and featured speaker at AFP NJ's 36th Annual Conference on Philanthropy on November 10, 2016. In our conversation, Jonathan shares his thoughts on how nonprofits can help cultivate the leaders of tomorrow. 2016-11-0300 min