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The People Playbook with Jason TaylorSherry L McNeil, CFE – President & CEO, Canadian Franchise AssociationIn this episode of The People’s Playbook, Jason Taylor sits down with Sherry McNeil, CFE, President & CEO of the Canadian Franchise Association (CFA), to explore leadership, franchising, and the art of building resilient organizations. From her early days working at the store level to leading one of Canada’s largest franchise networks, Sherry shares the lessons, stories, and strategies that have shaped her career.We dive into:How early hands-on experience informs leadership todayThe critical qualities for franchise leaders in an evolving marketThe role of culture in successful brand transformationsBuilding stronger franchise relationships through collaboration and...
2026-02-2427 min
The Business Behind FundraisingFundraising When Following a Founder: A Case Laurie Quinn at The Stern Center for Language & LearningLaurie Quinn strives to make learning better for all. Working with both teachers and students, the Stern Center for Language and Learning strives to stay at the forefront of innovation to be experts at applying knowledge learned in the classroom. As President, Laurie is following in the steps of a founder that had been with the organization for 38 years! Sherry and Laurie discuss the challenges and opportunities of leadership transitions in nonprofit organizations, the power of storytelling in fundraising, and the necessity of shifting fundraising culture to foster stronger donor relationships. What You W...
2026-02-2435 min
Tellwell: The PodcastSlow Down to Speed Up: Why Nonprofits Need to Rethink Revenue with Sherry Quam TaylorMany nonprofits are stuck on the fundraising treadmill with little to show for it. This episode on nonprofit revenue strategy shows how to grow without burning out. Max Kringen sits down with Sherry Quam Taylor, nonprofit growth expert and founder of QuamTaylor LLC, to unpack what’s really holding mission-driven organizations back. If you're still debating the cost of a website while working 70-hour weeks, this conversation will reframe how you think about general operating revenue, major gifts fundraising, and investment-level donor conversations. A must-listen for leaders ready to stop begging and start building.By...
2026-01-2042 min
The Business Behind FundraisingLearning to Lead Investment-Level Conversations: A Case Study with Melissa at Illinois Stewardship AllianceAs the Director of Development at the Illinois Stewardship Alliance, Melissa Frueh helps center the voices of farmers and workers in the food system to champion impactful changes and create a system that works for and feeds everyone. This crucial community work requires consistent funding, and consistent funding requires belief in your cause from your donors. With a sales background in hand, Melissa has gotten seriously good at helping donors take the leap to greater investment opportunities. Sherry and Melissa discuss the skills that translate from sales to the nonprofit world, building confidence as a first time...
2025-11-1839 min
Yo Dat's Rank#50: Ranking All 12 of Taylor Swift's Albumsok ok OKAYYYY we'll do one more epsiode about Taylor Swift ;) After 20 minutes of absolute nonsense, we get into the full discography of one Taylor Allison Swift, highlighting her biggest bops, her let's-try-to-forget-this-one-happened, and the unsung heroes of each album. Where will your favorite album rank? Listen in to find out!
2025-10-231h 14
The Business Behind FundraisingNext-Leveling a High-Performing Development Team: A Case Study with Drew Moran at Nourishing HopeDrew Moran knows the importance of culture in an organization, and to understand that culture requires an understanding of your mission. Through 12 years of growth at Nourishing Hope, Drew has gotten hands on every aspect. Now, as the Chief Development Officer, his vast insight allows Nourishing Hope to operate as more than just a food pantry, providing additional mental health and social services that address the needs of the whole individual to offer a generous and friendly helping hand. Sherry and Drew discuss his journey to the Chief Development Officer role, his emphasis on developing a culture...
2025-08-2630 min
Captivate the RoomBig Vision with Sherry Quam TaylorWelcome to the show!
Today I've got one of my favorite people on earth with me! My former student Sherry Quam Taylor is here and we are talking all things communication, vision and voice!
Sherry Quam Taylor
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Sherry Quam Taylor works with business-minded Nonprofit CEOs whose Strategic Plans r...
2025-07-0456 min
Your Path to Nonprofit Leadership323: Unlock the Unrestricted Gifts You Deserve (Sherry Quam Taylor)323: Unlock the Unrestricted Gifts You Deserve (Sherry Quam Taylor)SUMMARYSpecial thanks to Armstrong McGuire for bringing these conversations to life, and for their commitment to strengthening leadership throughout nonprofit organizations. Learn more about how they can help you at ArmstrongMcGuire.com. If your organization is stuck chasing small, restricted gifts through events, sponsorships, or appeals, it’s time for a mindset shift. In episode #323 of Your Path to Nonprofit Leadership, Sherry Quam Taylor reveals why general operating support isn’t as elusive as many believe, and h...
2025-07-0340 min
The Business Behind FundraisingThe Slow & Steady Path to Large Gifts: A Case Study with Lauren M. Scott at Foundation for Fresh ProduceLauren M. Scott is working on growing a healthier world to help change the trajectory of human health. Such a task might seem daunting, but the President of the Foundation for Fresh Produce has used her prior experience in crucial ways to help bridge the gap between sharing their big vision and providing tangible results. The process has not always moved at a rapid pace, but Lauren's patience is paying off in a big way for her organization. Sherry and Lauren discuss the importance of clear and effective communication - not just with your donors, but throughout...
2025-05-2729 min
The Business Behind FundraisingDiversifying Your Human Service Org's Revenue: A Case Study with Carina Santa Maria at Shelter, Inc.Carina Santa Maria is a first time ED making veteran moves at her organization. At Shelter Inc., Carina helps youth experiencing homelessness find emergency shelter, transitional housing, and clinical care, filling a crucial need for a vulnerable population within her community. Such a need requires great funding, and when Carina stepped into the role, things weren't where they needed to be. Fast forward to today - Shelter Inc. has seen their revenue grow nearly 5x thanks to changes in strategy implemented by Carina. Sherry and Carina discuss the growth and challenges faced by Shelter Inc...
2025-03-2528 min
The Nonprofit ShowNonprofits, STOP Doing This! Sherry Quam Taylor’s Bold Fundraising AdviceSend a textIn the dynamic world of nonprofit fundraising, where digital tools and transactional techniques often dazzle, Sherry Quam Taylor sounds a clarion call back to the essentials—deep, transformational relationships. As we roll into 2025, Sherry delivers a message to fundraisers to ‘refocus on the fundamentals of building meaningful donor connections, rather than chasing the latest tech-driven trends’.Throughout this compelling conversation with host Julia Patrick, Sherry dissects the misconceptions of modern fundraising, emphasizing that while technology and events have their place, they shouldn’t overshadow the power of one-on-one relationships. Too many nonprofit professi...
2025-01-3031 min
The Business Behind FundraisingPressing Pause on Your Gala: A Case Study with Janelle Miller Moravek at Youth & Family CounselingJanelle Miller Moravek describes herself as an "accidental" nonprofit employee, but when you see the thought and care she puts into her organization, the results are no accident at all! As the Executive Director at Youth & Family Counseling, Janelle works on providing and educating her community on affordable mental health care. She has done a bit of everything at the organization, and that experience has proven useful for understanding the needs of her team during a time of change and growth. Janelle and Sherry discuss the bold act of cutting her organization's gala out of...
2025-01-2845 min
The Bookkeeper Blueprint Fast Start Course PodcastTaxes with Merrill Taylor, CPAMerrill Taylor, CPA has gifted you access to his online course Tax Tutor as a gift for choosing to strengthen your skills as a bookkeeper evidenced by joining The Bookkeeper Blueprint.EXCLUSIVE Training With Merrill Taylor, CPA:What type of entity will help you save the most in taxes?What deductions can you take as an entreprenuer to save money on taxes?What strategies are available to decrease the tax you pay?You can register here: https://www.7percentclub.com/sign-up-156340063Here's what you'll see inside...
2024-12-0501 min
Elevate Your EventFrom Transactional to Transformational: Evolving Fundraising Approaches with Sherry Quam-TaylorIn this episode of the Elevate Your Event podcast, Sherry Quam Taylor dives into game-changing strategies to elevate nonprofit fundraising. She explores how diversifying revenue streams, building authentic relationships with major donors, and evolving board roles can drive sustainable growth. Sherry breaks down the power of balancing emotional storytelling with financial transparency to attract investment-level donors and secure larger gifts.The conversation emphasizes the importance of year-round donor engagement rather than relying solely on annual events. Sherry shares actionable insights on shifting focus from event-centric fundraising to personalized, one-on-one donor interactions. She also offers...
2024-12-0445 min
The Business Behind FundraisingCultivating & Captivating Next Gen Board Members with Julia Patrick of American Nonprofit AcademyJulia Patrick exemplifies that it's never too late in your career to make an impact on the world around you. After a career in media covering social, political, and cultural issues in Arizona, Julia pivoted and dedicated her life to helping the nonprofit sector through the American Nonprofit Academy. As the CEO and Founder, as well as being the co-host of The Nonprofit Show, Julia allows nonprofit professionals to engage in discussions on problem-solving, innovation, and change within the sector. Sherry and Julia discuss how growing up in Arizona influenced her passion for nonprofit work. Julia dives...
2024-11-1950 min
The Business Behind FundraisingFall Funder Series: A Discussion with Aba Taylor Brookline Community FoundationOn the final episode of this year's Fall Funder Series, Sherry Quam Taylor speaks with Aba Taylor of the Brookline Community Foundation. Located in the immediate suburbs of Boston, BCF partners with nearly 50 organizations, seeking to improve the financial equity and economic growth of vulnerable populations in their area. As Executive Director, Aba not only cultivates relationships with organizations seeking their assistance, but also fundraises on her own, helping secure the money from private donors that will then flow to community partners that align with BCF's values. The importance of relationship building continues to be a theme...
2024-10-2245 min
The Business Behind FundraisingFall Funder Series: A Discussion with John Tracey, Program Director of the Simons FoundationIn the next edition of the Fall Funder Series, John Tracey of the Simons Foundation joins the show. As the Program Director managing the Science Sandbox, an incubatory portfolio focused on funding science communication practitioners, John helps organizations emphasize the importance of science in our everyday lives, helping build trust in modern practices and expanding access into new communities. Sherry and John dive into how organizations can get their foot in the door with larger funding operations. Spoiler alert: it's not as hard or scary as you may think! Similar to working with the common donor, building...
2024-09-2433 min
The Business Behind FundraisingFall Funder Series: A Discussion with Shireen Zaman, Program Officer, BUILD // Ford FoundationWelcome to the Fall Funder Series, where Sherry Quam Taylor demystifies common misconceptions about how organizations can secure general operating revenue. First up is Shireen Zaman of the BUILD program at the Ford Foundation. As a Program Officer, Shireen works directly with organizations in identifying their greatest fundraising needs and preparing a funding strategy that best supports those efforts. Shireen gets real about what she looks for when choosing organizations to support. It's important to remember that there are real people behind these funding efforts who are eager to connect with motivated, resilient organizations. Sometimes, all it...
2024-08-2733 min
The Business Behind FundraisingCase Study with Eve Turow-Paul of Food for Climate League: Creating Sustainability after extreme launch successEve Turow-Paul didn't set out to start a nonprofit, but once she identified a crucial need in her community, the pieces quickly fell into place. As the founder and Executive Director of Food for Climate League, she's helping change the narrative of sustainable food systems by addressing the emotional underpinnings that drive people's food choices. The women-led team is influencing culinary workers to reduce emissions, embrace plant-based options, and increasing biodiversity. Sherry and Eve discuss starting a nonprofit with little planning behind it, growing your organization through powerful storytelling, and how a case study with Google changed...
2024-07-2337 min
The Business Behind FundraisingNonprofit Decision Making During Times of Growth with Emily Taylor of teenyBIGAs the principal of teenyBIG, Emily Taylor helps nonprofits at an inflection point make big decisions that affect their community so they can move from indecision to intentional, next-level growth. She empowers bold leaders to gather the information they need to make big decisions with buy-in so they can move from a holding pattern and into next-level growth. Emily discusses the need for nonprofits to reset and make strategic decisions in the post-COVID world, the challenges of strategic planning, and the importance of taking a step back before diving into the process. What Y...
2024-06-2532 min
Woman RedeemedWoman Redeemed: Redeeming Love- One Woman's View on Restoration and God's Gentle Healing Love ft. Sherry CollinsToday on Woman Redeemed I have the great honor of introducing the kind, intelligent, and lovely, Sherry Collins. Sherry is incredibly transparent in today's episode as she speaks on the incredibly sensitive topics of trauma and restoration from trauma. *The following episode contains themes of sexual abuse and brief mentions of suicidal thoughts and is not suitable for young listeners. If these themes could cause you any mental distress, please feel free to skip this episode. *A Note From Taylor:Today's episode is heavy. There is no way around it. What Sherry has be...
2024-06-111h 40
The Business Behind FundraisingCase Study with Veronika Trufanova at the Emerald Necklace Conservancy: Preparing to Fully Fund your New Strategic PlanVeronika Trufanova always had a passion for environmental sustainability, making her the perfect fit for her role as Director of Development at the Emerald Necklace Conservancy, a historic linear park system in Boston that introduced one the first example of green infrastructure in the nation. Nika now works to sustain the parks impact on the city while growing awareness for its rich history, a huge task in a city with over 650,000 residents. Nika discusses how Sherry's fresh perspective has revamped her team's strategic plan while generating morale throughout her organization. The two share about the power of c...
2024-05-2838 min
Taylor Neely Showepisode 37 the liberals want you to belive Dr. Fauci created science with Sherryyo wasssgoood frans. We got a hot tamale of an episode today. Sherry is on the show. Sherry ain't been doing comedy that long in atl but he's rocking it. They are very very very funny and sweet and visted me in the emergency room recenlty when I went for alcohol withdrawal. love yall. "Oh, sweet little boy, beloved little girl, you are so overwhelmed by life sometimes, I know, by the enormity of it all, by the vastness of possibilities, by the myriad perspectives available to you. You feel so pressed down sometimes, by all the u...
2024-05-171h 54
The Business Behind FundraisingCase Study with Suzy Myers Jackson at Spark Youth NYC: Diversifying Revenue Beyond a Gala through Relationship BuildingSuzy Myers Jackson didn't expect to have a career in fundraising, but when the opportunity to lead an organization that aligned with her passion for theatre presented itself, she hit the ground running. After 17 years at Opening Act New York, Suzy became the Executive Director of SparkYouth NYC. Now, she's bringing a refreshing style of tried and true fundraising opportunities to expand opportunities for young people in New York City. What You Will Discover: ✔️ We all learn from experience, but establishing a process to evaluate and adapt to those experiences can make all the...
2024-04-2335 min
The Business Behind FundraisingCase Study with Melissa Hilton at Erie Family Health: Relational Fundraising for a $100M+ FQHCMelissa Hilton uses her diverse background to get the most out of the relationships she holds with her donors. As the Vice President of fundraising efforts for Erie Family Health, a $100M+ FQHC, you have to think outside of the box to not only maintain relationships with donors, but help them understand the most important needs of your organization, and the funds it requires to achieve that. Sherry and Melissa discuss FQHC's, the balancing act of managing your annual fund with a capital campaign, and dive into the details of how your relationships truly impact your fundraising efforts.
2024-03-2635 min
The Business Behind FundraisingQuestions you've always wanted to know about your Board of Directors with Mary HilandWith over 40 years of experience, Mary Hiland knows what it takes to truly grow your nonprofit. In the ever evolving landscape, relationships have always been the utmost importance, and that includes the relationship with your board of directors. Mary wants to reshape the way we approach these relationships to get the most for your organization. Mary shares how her journey in the nonprofit sector inspired a passion for supporting executives in their leadership role with their boards. They discuss the responsibility of boards in fundraising, the decision-making process for executive directors, and the transition from a working...
2024-02-2847 min
The Business Behind FundraisingQuestions you've always wanted to know about your Board of Directors with Mary HilandWith over 40 years of experience, Mary Hiland knows what it takes to truly grow your nonprofit. In the ever evolving landscape, relationships have always been the utmost importance, and that includes the relationship with your board of directors. Mary wants to reshape the way we approach these relationships to get the most for your organization. Mary shares how her journey in the nonprofit sector inspired a passion for supporting executives in their leadership role with their boards. They discuss the responsibility of boards in fundraising, the decision-making process for executive directors, and the transition from a working...
2024-02-2747 min
Hills I'd Die On with Taylor CoxShoes Should Be Off In The House: Sherry ColaThrowback ep! Taylor is joined by actor/comedian Sherry Cola (Joy Ride, Good Trouble, Turning Red) to debate shoe culture, germaphobes, and a sexually active lady bug epidemic that's sweeping the nation.Art: Mackenzie MooreMusic: Hayden CoplenEditor: Will Witwer
2023-07-0537 min
Hills I'd Die On with Taylor CoxShoes Should Be Off In The House: Sherry ColaThrowback ep! Taylor is joined by actor/comedian Sherry Cola (Joy Ride, Good Trouble, Turning Red) to debate shoe culture, germaphobes, and a sexually active lady bug epidemic that's sweeping the nation.Art: Mackenzie MooreMusic: Hayden CoplenEditor: Will Witwer
2023-07-0537 min
The Business Behind FundraisingCase Study with Mandy Moody: How this Development Director turned Executive Director has doubled her revenueGreen City Market Executive Director Mandy Moody inherited an established nonprofit that's growth was plateauing. Their work was essential in her community, but few outside of the nonprofit truly understood what that work was. How could she get their message to the world despite having so many responsibilities on her plate? The first step was figuring out what that message was. Then she had to communicate it to donors. With these goals in place, Green City Market quickly grew from $800k in annual revenue into a $1.6 million nonprofit. Now, they have both the resources and public knowledge...
2023-06-1344 min
A Modern Nonprofit PodcastHow to Attract Investment-Level Donors with Sherry Quam TaylorIn this enlightening episode, Tosha engages in a captivating conversation with Sherry Quam Taylor, the CEO of QuamTaylor LLC. Sherry brings her expertise in helping nonprofit organizations secure vital general operating dollars to fuel their strategic plans and boost their budgets. This is a challenge many nonprofits face. Sherry encourages sharing the organization's growth, future plans, and walking potential donors through the budgeted needs. This enlightens donors about the organization's overall requirements and shifts their focus towards unrestricted gifts that can scale to meet evolving needs. Overall, the conversation highlights the need for a shift from transactional to relational...
2023-05-2640 minYo Dat's Rank#48: Top 10 Moment from Taylor Swift's Eras TourIs this becoming a Taylor Swift Podcast? Who's to say. All we know is your hosts went through a.... life-changing experience recently at Lincoln Financial Field with one Miss Taylor Swift. We knew we were excited but were we prepared for what we encountered? AGAIN WHO IS TO SAY. Please enjoy our commentary on the Top 10 moments from the "concert" as well as some honorable mentions and some "Not What I Would Do's".
2023-05-191h 03
Grant Writing SimplifiedHow Design, Creativity and Relationships Intersect With Budget Transparency: Interview with Sherry Quam Taylor, Nonprofit Finance StrategistJoin me on the Fast Track to Grant Writer: www.teresahuff.com/vip How to Shake Up the Status Quo and Raise Funds for Your Nonprofit I talk with a lot of nonprofits each week, and of course they all have one thing in common they need: more funding! That’s why I like to bring in experts in other types of fundraising too. We need to understand the bigger picture of how the strategies fit together. Today I’m talking with another nonprofit expert who is fantastic at what she does. Sherry Quam Taylor is good at sh...
2023-05-0953 min
The Business Behind FundraisingCase Study with Tre Moore: How he's reached his annual fundraising goals early every year (while working less hours)Everyone knows that the way to fundraising growth is by putting relationship-building with donors first. After accepting a role as a fundraising director without prior experience, Tre Moore reached out to me, followed my advice, and has reached his organization's revenue goals every year since. Freeing your organization from the spin cycle is possible if you know what to stop doing to align your hours with dollars. Tune in to The Business Behind Fundraising — Case Study with Tre Moore. What You Will Discover: ✔️ People won't give their best gifts through t...
2023-02-2742 min
The Business Behind FundraisingCase Study with Amy Fass: How to Manage Your Nonprofit's Extreme GrowthWith a small staff, the pressure and exhaustion were mounting on Amy Fass to keep up with her nonprofit's multi-million growth. As the Executive Director of Shoes That Fit, she needed a thought partner to dig down issues with and craft a program that allows her to scale, support more kids, and invite unrestricted revenue. Working with Sherry was a life-changing decision. Tune in to The Business Behind Fundraising — Case Study with Amy Fass: How to Manage Your Nonprofit's Extreme Growth (And Keep Growing Year After Year). What You Will Discover: ...
2023-02-1431 min
Badass Women in BusinessScaling Impact: How Sherry Quam Taylor Helps Nonprofits Grow Like BusinessesSend us a textSherry Quam Taylor has spent more than a decade transforming the way nonprofit leaders think about growth, money, and mission. After leaving a successful corporate career in architecture and design, she founded QuamTaylor LLC to help nonprofit CEOs raise the unrestricted, investment-level revenue they need to scale their impact. Sherry teaches leaders how to run their organizations like thriving businesses while staying true to their purpose—because long-term success requires both heart and financial strength.In this episode, Aggie and Cristy sit down with Sherry to talk ab...
2023-01-2447 min
Profitable Joyful ConsultingCase Study: Most Financially Successful Year Ever with Sherry Quam TaylorMy client Sherry Quam Taylor went from being overloaded with 37 clients to making dramatically more than she’s ever made before (and experiencing a ton of joy) doing longer engagements with fewer, ideal clients and getting stunning results. She’s a consultant who shows nonprofit CEOs how to raise millions more in gen ops dollars so they can fund their strategic plan and increase budgets by 2 to 10x. With Sherry, their teams break free from the limitations of transactional fundraising and reimagine their entire approach to revenue generation, attracting investment-level donors who want to fund thei...
2022-12-2031 min
Nonprofit Lowdown#202 - Big Asks with Sherry Quam TaylorJoin me and expert fundraiser Sherry Quam Taylor as we talk about making big ass asks.
We discuss board and staff reluctance to engage personally with donors, how we're mismanaging our board's time and efforts, and where we really need to spend our time with our investment-level donors. This was an insightful conversations and Sherry drops value bombs all over the place. Are you ready to scale up?
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2022-09-1248 min
Nonprofit Hub RadioSherry Quam Taylor - Learning to Tell Your Nonprofit's Financial StorySend a textA financial story is not (typically) as exciting, stirring, or inspirational as one directly related to your programming. But, knowing your nonprofit's financial story and conveying it effectively to your supporters is critical to sustainability. In this episode, Katie talks to Sherry Quam Taylor, an expert in raising funds for overhead. Sherry will share practical logic around fund development and insight on how to get your donors, team, and board on the same path to be fully funded. Support the showGet free nonprofit p...
2022-09-0229 min
The Business Behind FundraisingWhen Professional Development is the First Thing to Get Cut From the BudgetOne of the biggest factors contributing to the Great Resignation is professional development being the first thing to get cut from the budget. Because of this, our fundraisers aren't equipped to handle investment-level conversations and lead donors to major gifts. So what should be done? Investing in your staff is the top priority. Tune in to The Business Behind Fundraising — When Professional Development is the First Thing to Get Cut From the Budget with Sherry Quam Taylor. What You Will Discover: ✔️You have control over donors' gifts. If you feel your...
2022-08-2307 min
The Business Behind FundraisingWhy Your Fundraisers Don't Have Time For Major GiftsI love talking about time allocation. Your organization may be spending too much time on the wrong solutions. Even if you think you know so much, you still need someone to tell you, "Have you tried this? Have you thought of it this way?" For me, my coach helps me see what it looks like to actually have the money to accomplish a client's strategic plan. So what have I learned from looking through an objective lens? Tune in to The Business Behind Fundraising — Why Your Fundraisers Don't Have Tim...
2022-08-1607 min
The Business Behind FundraisingWhat You Need to Know Before You Hire Your Next FundraiserLet me guess. Right now, you're looking for your next developmental director. It's pretty crazy. And I admit, it's the most difficult hire for an organization. The worst-case scenario would be ending up with the wrong person on the bus. And we don't want that, right? But today, let's make it a little bit easier as I share the things you need to watch out for in your next fundraiser so your organization can hit revenue goals! Tune in to The Business Behind Fundraising — What You Need to Know Before You Hire Your Ne...
2022-08-0908 min
The Business Behind FundraisingWhy You Should Invest More MONEY into Overhead (Fundraising Staff)Welcome to Season 3 of The Business Behind Fundraising! For this season, we'll be going in-depth on a few of the factors impacting the Great Resignation that I want you to reflect on. Today's episode will be all about why you should invest more money into overhead, especially your fundraising staff. Spoiler: No new grant appeal, board member, or celebrity shout-out is going to fix your insufficient overhead cash. It's all about solid groundwork and being honest with our needs and numbers. Tune in to The Business Behind Fundraising — Why You Should Inv...
2022-08-0208 min
The Business Behind FundraisingHow Consistent Pipeline Work Can Add Millions to Your Bottom LineAccording to Greg Warner's MarketSmart 2020 Major Gift Benchmark study, 81% of donors take 6-24 months for prospect identification. Building a pipeline is frustrating for most fundraisers. It requires time and consistent effort to find donors. However, your patience is definitely worth it if you're looking to scale by the millions. Tune in to The Business Behind Fundraising — How Consistent Pipeline Work Can Add Millions to Your Bottom Line with Sherry Quam Taylor. What You Will Discover: ✔️Get to know your donor. Too often, fundraisers are frustrated by unreplied emails or the feel...
2022-07-1208 min
The Business Behind FundraisingWhy Time Allocation Beats Your Fundraising Plan Any Day Of The WeekThe real question right now is . . . Who ISN'T hiring? This means I've sat in tons of interviews for high-level development professionals who'll be leading organizations to substantial revenue growth. And I'm noticing a few trends and very interesting answers to interview questions that I'm sharing with you today. It all boils down to time allocation. In this episode, I'll be discussing why you should align your time with your organization's strategic plans and how it beats everything else. Tune in to The Business Behind Fundraising — Why Time Allocation Beats You...
2022-06-2809 min
The Business Behind FundraisingSuccessful Nonprofits Slow DownAn amazing client of mine that I've been coaching for years has told me that it only takes him 30 hours a week to reach his seven-figure revenue goal. I repeat, 30 hours! You might think I'm kidding, but it is indeed possible. So just like him, how can you hit your target number in less time? Prioritizing the right things and slowing down. Tune in to The Business Behind Fundraising — Successful Nonprofits Slow Down with Sherry Quam Taylor. What You Will Discover: ✔️ Figure out the things you need to stop doing. T...
2022-06-2109 min
The Business Behind FundraisingWhy Objectivity Is the Key to Successful NonprofitsObjectivity has been a huge part of growing my business. I'd think things are all going great. But when I invested in a business coach, they offered new ideas and views that made me go, "Oh, I never thought of it that way." We can't always see the answer. That's why, in this episode, I'll be talking about three areas where objectivity is most needed for nonprofit leaders too. Tune in to The Business Behind Fundraising — Why Objectivity Is the Key to Successful Nonprofits with Sherry Quam Taylor. What You Will Disc...
2022-05-2413 min
The Business Behind FundraisingEmbracing Risk Within Your Strategic Planning ProcessThere are so many things that impact your team's ability to reach and exceed their revenue goals every year. And these have very little to do with traditional fundraising. One of them is your ability to take risks. Imagine attracting major donors who are on the lookout for visionary missions and plans that incorporate risk. Tune in to The Business Behind Fundraising — Embracing Risk Within Your Strategic Planning Process with Sherry Quam Taylor. What You Will Discover: ✔️Major donors thrive in risk. Our default mindset always goes to, "Woul...
2022-05-1712 min
The Business Behind FundraisingWhy I'm No Longer Talking About Nonprofit ScarcityWelcome to the first episode of season 2. And we're going in strong. Now that we've laid out the fundamentals in season 1, it's time to discuss growth. I'm talking by MILLIONS – those nonprofit leaders who have navigated growth and scaled tremendously. We know 2020 was indeed hard for many nonprofit organizations. But we also know we can use this time as a catalyst for change. Let's not look back. For 2022 and beyond, I want to encourage you to lean into an abundance mindset and the perks that come with this growth perspective. ...
2022-05-1015 min
Eight Principles VoicesSherry Quam Taylor, Take No Prisoners Fundraising SuccessMy interview this month is with Sherry Quam Taylor.Sherry Quam Taylor, CEO of Quam Taylor, LLC, works with Nonprofit CEOs. But not just any CEO. First they have to prove themselves to her that they are ready for a change. Really ready for a change. The change? Going from never enough to more than enough.Once a nonprofit executive have proved themselves to her, Sherry breaks then and their teams free from the black hole of transactional fundraising and helps them reimagine their entire approach to revenue generationOnce done, nonp...
2022-05-0940 min
The Business Behind FundraisingDemystifying Fundraising For Your Board MembersThere are three groups that partner your nonprofit's revenue generation. Your Executive Director/CEO Your Fundraising Staff And, your Board If one of those is not doing their job, reaching and exceeding your annual need is going to feel like you're climbing a hill with a cannon ball strapped to your leg. If you do fundraising the right way or go at it from a different perspective, you'll actually realize that getting boards to play their role in fundraising doesn't have to be so hard. Let me s...
2022-05-0312 min
Relish THIS: The Nonprofit Marketing PodcastEp 83: Planning where you want to go with Sherry Quam Taylor from Quam Taylor ConsultingWhen thinking about planning, most of us start that exploration from the perspective of where we are today. Want to buy a new car? How much money do you make or have in the bank? Interested in taking an extended vacation? How much time have you accumulated in your PTO at work?But my guest today, Sherry Quam Taylor from Quam Taylor Consulting takes a different approach. She asks the question, “Where do you want to be?” and budgets...
2022-04-2757 min
The Business Behind FundraisingWhy We Don't Need More Creative Fundraising IdeasIn these past two years in the midst of this pandemic, content has become king. Believe me, I've been in so many webinars and podcasts that I've actually stopped counting. And in nearly every one, there was a question that drove me crazy: "What's the most creative thing you're seeing in fundraising right now?" Well, I'm not saying there isn't any amazing stuff that came out of the pandemic - with everything shifting online. We need to quit the narra...
2022-04-2610 min
The Business Behind FundraisingWhy Your Staff Isn't Soliciting Major DonorsInevitably, when I'm working with fundraising teams and digging into their major gift processes, a familiar question pops up: "Are you soliciting major-level donors?" What I'm really asking is are you sitting down (one-on-one) and having a conversation and then asking. . . But too often fundraising teams answer "yes" . . . followed by their list of asks they make in seasonal appeals and events. But these aren't the types of solicitations appropriate for major donors. They need something more. Tune in to learn more 🎬 watch the full episode of The Bus...
2022-04-1913 min
The Business Behind FundraisingWhy Nonprofits Must Lead Their Major DonorsMy mission has always been to help nonprofit leaders and fundraisers to get their donors giving their best gift every year. This mindset shift is a gamechanger. And the best news is that you, as the fundraiser, have so much more control of the pacing, the timing, and the size of the gifts than you think. But, this is only possible if you intentionally shift your fundraising activities from a reactive state to a more proactive one. So how can you pivot your donor relationships to a deeper level? ...
2022-04-1213 min
The Business Behind FundraisingWhat's Missing in Nonprofit StorytellingIf you're a brand expert and are offended by today's topic, hear me out. Storytelling is definitely an important aspect of nonprofits. But you may be wondering - how do we take our donors on a journey to their best gift? By going beyond traditional storytelling. Maybe you've booked that meeting with that sought-after donor. It went great. You shared their mission, the photos, and the stories. There was a tear shed at some point but when the money came, it was smaller than you hoped. ...
2022-04-0512 min
The Business Behind FundraisingHow to Find Major Donors"I don't know any major donors. Where do I find them?" This is one of the most common questions I get so often. And I challenge you to take a step back and look at the situation in a different light. Today, I encourage you to stop chasing after major donors and start thinking of ways of how you can draw them in. Tune in to learn more 🎬 watch the full episode of The Business Behind Fundraising — How to Find Donors with Sherry Quam Taylor. What You Will Discover: ✔️ Recalibrate your thinking. A...
2022-03-2912 min
The Business Behind FundraisingWhy Major Donors Don't Give To YouNonprofit CEOs - do you know why major donors aren't giving to you? I've been excited to talk about this topic for a while now, and you may be curious about my answer. Oftentimes, I hear from nonprofit CEOs who say: "Our board members don't know any major donors." "Donors don't give to organizations that don't do direct service work." "I don't know anyone who could afford to give us the funds." In my methodology, I want to make sure that we identify the right questions going...
2022-03-2216 min
The Business Behind FundraisingA High ROI Revenue Generation ModelIn the book, The Road Less Stupid by Keith Cunningham, there is a wise nugget that goes: "We acted like it was a sin to miss a revenue opportunity. And that makes as much sense as needing to eat everything at the Sunday buffet." That hit a bullseye in me because so often, I'd hear fundraising teams being handcuffed by events, appeals, and campaigns - saying yes to everything, even if it makes the littlest amount of money. I'm here to tell you that once you pick up my high ROI revenue generation model, you'll...
2022-03-1517 min
The Business Behind FundraisingDoes Your Financing Plan Fully Finance Your MissionI was having conversations with two prospects, and I always ask: "How much more money do you need? How much would they want to grow?" Organization A - with confidence - aimed to grow by 5x. Organization B, after some hesitation, answered 5 to 7%. The latter surprised me. People usually come to me because they want growth by millions so they can invest fully in all three areas of their organization; programs, admin/overhead, and fundraising. So I asked, "What if you had 20% more? Or 50% more?" Organization B said, "Of course, we'd...
2022-03-0814 min
The Business Behind FundraisingThe Nonprofit Overhead MythThere's a statistic that I share in every webinar and podcast I'm on. The Urban Institute Center on Nonprofits and Philanthropy says that 91% of organizations never reach $5 million in annual revenue, with 77% failing to reach the $1 million mark. This stopped me dead in my tracks. I thought, "That is crazy! Why is this occurring?" And that's exactly what I've been working to solve for over a decade. For too long, the nonprofit industry has been held to unrealistic expectations and outdated metrics that keep organizations from growing. The most insidious? "Nonprofits s...
2022-03-0822 min
The Business Behind FundraisingNonprofit Budget Best Practices"Do your donors actually know that you need more money?" "Of course, Sherry. We're a nonprofit!" Well, not so fast. There are so many things that get in the way and keep donors from understanding your nonprofit's true financial need. And, sadly, it's often the things we do, say, and imply that block donors from giving their best gift to our missions. The good news? You can set up the systems and structure that attract and lead investment-level donors to give greater gifts every year. And in this episode, I'll be...
2022-03-0816 min
The Business Behind FundraisingFunding Your Nonprofit's Strategic PlanWe're jumping right into the deep end for our first topic. Right now, I'm working with a client who has amazing growth dreams for their organization: 25% every year for five years. The catch? They've been in the red, struggling to start raising the type of dollars that their big ideas require. If you're stuck in a funding plateau, it's time to do something different to move past it and start raising the right money. Tune in to learn more 🎬 watch the full episode of The Business Behind Fundraising — Funding Your Nonprofit's Strategic Plan with Sherry Quam T...
2022-03-0815 min
The Business Behind FundraisingIntroduction to The Business Behind FundraisingCalling all nonprofit CEOs who are killing the game. We see you - a visionary leader, growing and scaling. You have overhauled programs, built your board, and are raising millions every year. But what's stopping you from next-level growth? The need for more money. Not just any type of money – the cash you can invest in gen-ops, overheads costs, and the infrastructure to grow even bigger. Did we get your attention? Tune in to learn more 🎬 watch the introduction episode of The Business Behind Fundraising with Sherry Quam Taylor. What You Will...
2022-03-0704 min
Eat, Drink, Write. An Urban Fantasy WhiteboardEpisode 103: Writing TraumaIn this episode, Sherry and Taylor talk more about writing trauma. We discuss placing the trauma pre-book as well as in the current work. Come have a drink & listen!Support the show
2022-02-2350 min
The Marketing Plan PodcastHow To Build A Thriving Team, Avoid Culture Killers And Stay Balanced All At The Same Time With Taylor Welch: Episode 4Learn How To Build a Team That Thrives, Keep Your Culture Healthy and Keep Your Sanity!To grow your business, your company, team and culture need to be aligned – and inspired. Taylor Welch, CEO of Traffic And Funnels, gives us sage advice on how to keep your team motivated as well as how to create a culture at your company that will inspire. You’ll also learn how to prevent YOUR batteries from running low by using Taylor’s “Micro Macro” strategy. (If you’re on the edge of burnout, you have to listen to this strategy!)And beca...
2022-01-0430 min
Sherry Quam TaylorMy blunt answer? No.This last year I was getting ready to start a 12-month engagement with my new client and the CEO asked me if we should wait and start the work until after he hired the new development director.
My blunt answer?
No.
My blunt reason . . .
2021-10-2903 minSherry Quam TaylorWhen your fundraising staff is maxed out and they simply can’t add more to their plate...A few months ago I started working with a new client. They're killing it in so many areas!
Their programs had grown tremendously, but they still needed more general operating revenue. Sound familiar?
Here's the problem. Their fundraising staff is maxed out and they simply can’t add more to their plate.
So, where did our work start?
We started with a math equation.
2021-10-2903 minSherry Quam TaylorCan we do a big reframe in our sector together?Can we do a big reframe in our sector together?
That reframe? Cost vs. Investment
Here’s why I’ve been thinking about this...
The first time I invested in a coach to help me with a sticky part of my business, I was terrified by the cost. My finger hovered over the ‘send button’ on my YES email for longer than I’d like to admit.
My 2nd coach...cost 4X
My 3rd….cost another 10X
My 4th...you get the picture.
And now, I don’t flinch when...
2021-09-0105 minSherry Quam TaylorWhy my client got a $2M unrestricted Legacy Gift and is STILL in the red every yearMy new client was telling me about an unexpected (& unrestricted) legacy gift they received a few years back to the tune of $2 million dollars. #boom
But, every year since then, they’ve finished in the red and haven’t been able to accomplish the amazing initiatives outlined in their strategic plan.
[ Perplexed ]
Well, the board decided that gift should be restricted to program growth.
[ Gulp ]
2021-09-0102 minSherry Quam TaylorDid you ever learn how to SPEND money?What’s the last AH-HA moment you’ve had? Hit reply and let me know.
Mine's a good one. It happened after starting to follow personal finance coach, Ramit Sethi, on Instagram. Here’s what happened . . .
Ramit was talking about how many of us have learned how to SAVE our money, but we didn't necessarily learn how to SPEND money.
PAUSE.
Insert AH-HA moment.
2021-09-0105 min
Sherry Quam TaylorHow would it feel to grow your reserve from $115K to $700K in less than 4 years?How would it feel to grow your reserve from $115K to $700K in less than 4 years...while exceeding your revenue goal every year too?
Well, to answer that, you can ask my client, Sandi.
Early on in our work together we had the discussion about her reserve fund not being a luxury, it's more like an insurance policy for your organization. And after 2020, I don’t need to tell you how unpredictable events can change everything very quickly.
But, for too long, too large of reserve funds have been considered a ‘no-no’ in the se...
2021-08-1903 minSherry Quam TaylorIs your Give/Get KEEPING your board members from fundraising (and giving more)?Question for you today...Is your mandated Give/Get actually KEEPING your board members from fundraising (and giving more)?
[ Crickets ] Here’s what I mean . . .
Your goal is for your entire fundraising staff to provide amazing, customized experiences for your donors so that they give their BEST GIFT to their mission. In addition, I want your board members to help deliver great donor experiences to their network for the same result . . .
But here’s an example I see all the time...[Take a listen]
2021-08-1204 minSherry Quam TaylorCan I help you with setting boundaries?If you missed the email, I was talking about the freedom that comes from goal setting.
Because it naturally sets your boundaries. It allows you to align your time very easily within those boundaries.
👊 Boundaries help us know what to ‘say no’ to and what to ‘say yes’ to.
👊 Boundaries tell us what to start doing and what to stop doing.
👊 Boundaries remove the guilt, shame, and all the ‘we ought to do X.’
I don’t need to tell you what that looks like in the nonprofit sector. You know, thing...
2021-06-0905 minSherry Quam TaylorAre you a natural goal setter?Are you a natural goal-setter?
I am.
Some would say it my goal setting, corresponding spreadsheet creation, and cadence of activities to hit said goal are, well, obsessive.
(Some = my husband)
Run a half marathon when I’ve never run around the block? ✔️check
Exceed business stretch goals the last 3 years? ✔️check
Complete my family by adopting two pre-teens we’d never met? ✔️check
Speak 100+ times last year? ✔️check
You get the picture.
An honest moment? I wish I could say I did each one of these with ea...
2021-06-0909 min
Are We Nearly There Yet?Take a risk once in a while! Robin Taylor, Senior Fellow, National Nuclear LaboratoryRobin Taylor is a Senior Fellow at the UK’s National Nuclear Laboratory.
He lives in Cockermouth, with his wife Anna and three teenage children.
Robin grew up in Stoke where he enjoyed school and chemistry in particular as his teacher was very engaging and interactive.
Robin went to Manchester University to read Chemistry and continued on to do a PhD in radiochemistry on neutron activation analysis. Robin was successful in getting his research published.
After university, Robin joined BNFL in their Technical Department at Sellafield in the Advanced Reprocessing group. Du...
2021-06-0226 min
TKO Boxing with Sherry AbbasiEpisode 13 - The Undisputed 140lb Championship; Ramirez vs Taylor preview + Pacquiao announces Spence boutThe Thirteenth edition of 'The Boxing Junkies Podcast' The podcast for the fans... By the fans. On episode 13 we preview this weekends Undisputed Super Lightweight Championship bout between WBC/WBO World Champion - Jose Ramirez & Ring/WBA/IBF World & WBSS Champion - Josh Taylor. We also discuss the shock announcement of Manny Pacquiao vs Errol Spence Jr. for Spences Unified WBC & IBF Welterweight World Championships as well as where this leaves WBO World Welterweight Champion - Terence Crawford.
2021-05-2251 minSherry Quam TaylorIrrational Frugality - My new favorite phraseSo, last week I shared with you some advice Bobbi Rebell shared during a guest interview on The SimplyBe. Podcast. I follow her because she’s a financial guru and runs a super successful business and brand.
I also told you that I’d circle back and tell you my favorite new phrase she used! I literally told about 30 people within a week of listening to the podcast. Because it resonated so much with me.
Here’s what happened.
My husband and I celebrated our ten-year wedding anniversary in February of 2020. We went to Ita...
2021-05-1007 minSherry Quam TaylorYou Decide.Can’t believe the year is almost halfway over. How did that happen?
One thing I’m trying to be really intentional about this year is taking time for learning - I’d gotten out of the habit of tuning into other subject-matter experts. Luckily, I’m back to regular reading and podcast consumption.
Earlier this month, I found myself in the car for about six hours headed downstate for a funeral. During those hours I binged a podcast that had been recommended to me called, The SimplyBe. Podcast. One of my favorite episodes was a guest...
2021-05-1008 min
The Influential NonprofitSherry Quam Taylor, Securing LARGE DonationsSherry Quam Taylor teaches nonprofit CEOs and their teams how to break free from traditional fundraising models and activities that limit growth and never secure enough money to fulfill their organization’s vision. She helps teams become less dependent on program, government, and event gifts by helping them learn how to secure large, investment-level donations from individuals. The leaders she works with are high-performing experts in their field but desire an overall financing model that will truly scale their organization’s impact, give them a larger amount of unrestricted funding for overhead, and maximize every hour their teams spend rais...
2021-05-0659 minSherry Quam TaylorCan I give you $100,000?I've waited all weekend to tell you this!
I got a text from a long-time (four-year) client on Friday. She asked to quickly hop on the phone for coaching and advice.
Here’s the scoop:
An individual donor who she’s never met left a voice message asking if he could give a $100,000 gift to her organization.
Ummm…yes?
He just had a few questions. And they were those questions that fundraisers fear the most . . .
2021-04-1207 min
Intentional Talk with LisaKay and TaylorSherry James, PMPSherry James, PMP has a goal to touch lives each year by facilitating coaching, teaching courses, and delivering one on one counseling sessions on Diversity and Inclusion, Hiring the Next Generation of Servant Leaders, and Mental Health in the Workplace. She talks with LisaKay and Taylor about how her life was changed when her Air Force Veteran father committed suicide and why she's committed to removing the stigma of mental illness and suicide.Topics covered in this episode:Mental health advocacyDiversity, equality, and inclusion trainingExecutive coaching and consulting Suicide preventionNon-profitSpeakUP TV show on Amazon Prime VideoKeynote...
2021-03-1129 minSherry Quam TaylorHow do you FIND Major Donors?One of the most common questions I get? “How do I FIND major donors?”
Most people think that in order to find large individuals, you have to have a board that connects you to them, or you must have somebody really influential who endorses you, going to the right networking events, or you need to be spending 90% of your money on programs.
That’s not true.
There is one thing that large, individual donors value more than this....
2021-03-0204 minSherry Quam TaylorWhat are you done spending time on?There’s a slide I share in almost ALL of my webinars.
It says this 📢
Your TIME is THE most valuable asset to your organization.
Here’s what the following slide always says 📢
Therefore, every hour you spend fundraising MUST be focused on the highest results possible. And by high results, I mean large, unrestricted gifts from individuals.
You might already be thinking ‘how would I add major gifts to my already stretched schedule’?
2021-03-0203 minSherry Quam TaylorHow I got rid of my ummmms on my webinars . . .Last April a dear friend and colleague listened to one of my 2019 webinars. She gave me some loving and constructive criticism.
“You should work on the number of ummms I heard.”
I paused. I thought for a moment. Was she right? I listened to a few old webinars to confirm and was shocked at what I heard.
She was right. So, what was the solution?
Well, I’d been introduced to the work of Tracy Goodwin through a shared mentor. Tracy teaches a psychology of the voice program focused on helping people...
2021-02-1504 minSherry Quam TaylorCash flow problems? Getting comfortable with the uncomfortable...I get to coach the best people, running the most amazing organizations. I was in a session the other day with a client in West Virginia whose programs and services have grown over the years. They’re serving more people, having a greater reach, and have never needed to row more!
All seems cool, right?
The challenge they face is that the financial growth has come in the form of State and Federal Contracts. Is that such a bad thing? Let’s see...
2021-02-1504 minSherry Quam TaylorThe one things MOST of my clients had in common in 2020...If I picked a word for 2021, I supposed I would choose ‘grateful’. Because, well, I am. Despite a year of unknowns, last year I grew my business tremendously. Bigger than ever before in a year’s time.
I’m always humbled by the trust leaders place in me to show them where the money is being left on the table and guide them through a different planning approach that puts them on a greater funding trajectory.
As I reflect on the most common situation my prospective clients contacted me regarding last year, there’s one that stand...
2021-02-0806 minSherry Quam Taylor“What about our score on the charity ranking sites?"Nonprofit CEOs - I was teaching a webinar to Board Members where I shared the 3 things that cause an org’s funding to plateau. The biggest one? Not investing enough into overhead. So, I wasn’t surprised when I got this question in the chat . . .
“What about our score on the charity ranking sites?”
My answer might surprise you.
Ignore them.
Here's what I mean . . .
2021-02-0205 min
Responsive Lab PodcastSherry Quam Taylor On Fully Funding Your MissionSherry Quam Taylor joins the Responsive Fundraising Podcast to share her philosophy for helping nonprofits get fully funded. Sherry teaches nonprofit leaders how to pivot from a heavy dependence on program, government, and event gifts and into securing large, investment-level donations from individuals so they can finally fund their missions. The leaders Sherry works with are experts in their field, but when it comes to individual donor fundraising, they’ve simply never been trained on how to do it, so it feels uncomfortable and frustrating. She helps them learn the exact steps to launch a mid- and major le...
2020-10-0838 minYo Dat's Rank#4: Bracket Battle: Taylor Swift MusicTaylor Swift's Music battles it out in a March Madness-style bracket, with one song emerging victorious. We discuss the winners, the losers, the boyfriends, the music awards, the feuds, the discography, and everything you could want to know about T. Swift.
2020-09-2458 min
Get Down To Business with Scott "Shalom" KleinPodcast of “Get Down To Business” – 08/30/2020 – Howard Chaim Suss, Sherry Quam Taylor, Merary Simeon and Ross GordonJoin Scott "Shalom" Klein on his weekly radio show, Get Down To Business with guests:
Howard Chaim Suss
Sherry Quam Taylor
Merary Simeon
Ross Gordon
2020-09-0139 min
Successful Nonprofits PodcastChallenge the Fundraising Status Quo with Sherry Quam Taylor: Increase Your Donor's Check from $1,000 to $100,000Sherry Quam Taylor says it's time to push against common fundraising misconceptions and start telling donors what your nonprofit really needs! Do your staff need raises? Tell your donor! Do you need a technology upgrade? Tell your donor! Do you need to funnel a little extra money into fundraising this year? Tell your donor! Listen in on our conversation with Sherry to learn how actually sharing the nitty-gritty of what you need can help your organization double or even triple its incoming donations. Get tips for building your needs-based budget and how to confidently share it with...
2020-08-2042 min
The Build Good Fundraising Podcast#17: Sherry Quam Taylor — How to find and secure larger gifts in your existing donor fileSend us a textThe last five months have shown us how volatile revenue streams can be. Almost overnight, nonprofit leaders had to figure out how to become less dependent on event revenue, grants from foundations and government grants. The best way to protect your organization from future volatility is to build a more resilient fundraising engine — one that focuses on leading individual donors already in your donor base to giving their best gift every year.On today's episode, we’ll hear from Sherry Quam Taylor. Sherry is a nonprofit fundraising coac...
2020-08-1250 min
Nonprofit SnapCastMajor Gifts for Small Nonprofits, Sherry Quam TaylorSherry Quam Taylor is back for another episode. This time we talk about what it means to be a small nonprofit shop that is looking to improve its major gifts agenda. We talk about where to start, and where emerging nonprofit leaders might prioritize their fundraising energies and time.
We welcome your questions and feedback via The Nonprofit Snapshot website or the Wellspring Nonprofit Resource website. The Nonprofit SnapCast records at Strongbox West, in Atlanta.
2020-04-2720 minEat, Drink, Write. An Urban Fantasy WhiteboardEpisode 15: Conquering Dead Writer's Brain - How to Handle Writer's BlockSherry and Taylor talk about writer's block. Who hasn't had it?? When writing sends you running for cover, what to do??? What Wikipedia can't tell you about writer's block. Come have a drink and listen!Support the show
2020-04-1457 minNonprofit SnapCastPandemic Fundraising, Talking Crisis with Sherry Quam TaylorSPECIAL EPISODE: A quick conversation with Sherry Quam Taylor about the importance of (and tips for) fundraising during times of crisis.
We welcome your questions and feedback via The Nonprofit Snapshot website or the Wellspring Nonprofit Resource website. The Nonprofit SnapCast records at Strongbox West, in Atlanta.
2020-04-0815 minEat, Drink, Write. An Urban Fantasy WhiteboardMini Episode 3: (Episode 13.75): Hearing & Portraying Your Character's VoiceIn this mini episode, Sherry and Taylor talk about Voice. What is it? How to you get voice across in your book? Have a drink and listen!Support the show
2020-04-0318 min
Hills I'd Die On with Taylor CoxShoes Should Be Off In The House: Sherry ColaToday we're rereleasing one of our favorites featuring actor/comedian/human delight Sherry Cola (Good Trouble, I Love Dick, Claws) who died on the hill of "Shoes should be OFF in the house." Go listen to Sherry's hilarious last words about germaphobes and a sexually active lady bugs, and then please wash your hands and your feet and your bodies and stay inside safely listening to podcasts. RIP Sherry!Art: Mackenzie MooreMusic: Hayden CoplenEditor: Will Witwer
2020-03-1737 min
Hills I'd Die On with Taylor CoxShoes Should Be Off In The House: Sherry ColaTaylor is joined by actor/comedian Sherry Cola (Good Trouble, I Love Dick, Claws) to debate shoe culture, germaphobes, and a sexually active lady bug epidemic that's apparently sweeping the nation.Art: Mackenzie MooreMusic: Hayden CoplenEditor: Will Witwer
2019-09-0337 min
How I Built My Fundraising Consultancy - the stories behind the people driving results in the nonprofit sectorSherry Quam TaylorSherry Quam Taylor is the Founder and President of QuamTaylor, a fundraising consulting group based in the Chicago area. Sherry's company really strives to work with nonprofits on a donor-centric mindset and has expanded into helping nonprofits during the hiring process to ensure nonprofits really are hiring people that align with the nonprofit and donor's interests. Learn more about Quam Taylor at www.quamtaylor.com. Learn more about MarketSmart at www.imarketsmart.com.
2018-11-1325 min