When it comes to nonprofits, is working together really better? For two of our country’s largest nonprofits, the answer is yes. Big Brothers and …
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How nonprofits can move from being an organization to a “brand”
Too often, nonprofits think they’re the cause that the community wants to support. But nonprofits are not the cause. They’re the conduit for the …
How effective leaders adapt to a ever-changing environment
Change is the one constant in our world, and most of us reluctantly acknowledged this truth perhaps never more than this past year. We …
How “Smart Tech” is changing the way we lead our nonprofit organizations
Our world continues to change in so many areas, particularly in regards to technology, and specifically, smart tech. Smart tech is not just changing …
How a disability advocate has changed how the President of the United States communicates on his website
20 years ago, at what she thought was the height of her career, Virginia Jacko was diagnosed with a condition that caused her to …
How to discover and encourage untapped generosity from your current donors
Did you know that on average, most nonprofit leaders and organizations are only tapping into 13% of their current donors’ potential? In other words, …
Meet the 2021 .Org Impact Award Winner for Fighting Hunger and Poverty
There’s no doubt that we’ve moved into a new normal in our culture in the wake of the COVID pandemic. How should we lead …
How can you make a successful transition from the for-profit world to the nonprofit world?
When it comes to leadership, is there a difference between leading in the nonprofit sector versus the for-profit sector? Or are the principles of …
How to develop raving fans for your nonprofit
Passion and dedication is the fuel that nonprofits run on. When you find an individual, whether that be a paid staff, person or volunteer …
Are you ready for the largest wealth transfer in our history?
Did you know that we’re heading into an unprecedented wealth transfer? It’s been said that within the next few decades, as much as 68 …
How can you scale your organization’s programs?
How do you manage a global nonprofit organization during a pandemic in such a way that not only maintains your current programs, but actually …
Did you know that everything you see at the White House, its furnishings, artwork and artifacts are maintained by a nonprofit?
Everything you see at the White House, the furnishings, artwork and artifacts are all maintained by a nonprofit. The White House Historical Association is …
How is cryptocurrency shaping the future of philanthropy? (Part two)
Cryptocurrency is all the rage in many ways right now, but there still remains a lot of skepticism about the long term sustainability of …
How is cryptocurrency shaping the future of philanthropy? (Part one)
Cryptocurrency is here to stay and it’s coming to a nonprofit near you. Understandably, many of you might be very skeptical when it comes …
When a vision turns into a movement
Having passion and being mission-driven does not necessarily guarantee that you will be successful when starting or growing a nonprofit. It takes a lot …
How a social enterprise is combining software with a human-centered approach
One goal of this show is to introduce you to leaders who are providing not just good products and services, but are providing those …
What the science of fundraising is all about
There’s an art to fundraising but there’s not a one-size-fits-all approach for effective fundraising. At the same time, however, there is a science to …
How Noggin and Sparkler Learning have come together to provide a critical learning opportunity for kids across this country in response to COVID
One of the pandemic’s biggest impacts on society has been on children’s social and emotional skills. All of the time spent in remote school …
How can you improve your digital presence?
Every nonprofit needs to have an effective digital presence in today’s world. But how do you go about building your digital presence and what …
What you need to know about Gen Z and how to recruit them for your nonprofit
This is the third installment of the Emerging Leader Series featuring young, emerging nonprofit leaders who really want to invest their lives into making …
What is the difference between lobbying and advocacy when it comes to your nonprofit organization?
Do you struggle with how best to advocate for those you serve? So do many in the nonprofit sector. Today’s guest, Joanne Goldblum of …
Why is telling your story so important to the mission and brand of your nonprofit?
Telling your story as a nonprofit leader is absolutely critical and perhaps one of the most important aspects of your job as an Executive …
How have nonprofits changed both now and long term because of COVID?
It’s been 18 months since COVID first began to sweep across America. Guests on this show have shared their insights as to what they …
This emerging leader is helping ensure our next generation has a shot at some of the best paying jobs of the future
This is the second episode of the Emerging Young Leaders Series about young emerging nonprofit leaders who really want to invest their lives into …