Nonprofit Snapcast

Rita Sever works with select nonprofits to train supervisors to work in a partnership model that supports inclusion.  She visits the SnapCast to talk about Hidden Rules in Nonprofits Undermine Inclusion Efforts.  Among the things we discuss:   ·      When you talk about inclusion, why does it matter?  ·      Who is most often not included?  ·      What are hidden rules and how do they function? ·      Who benefits from these hidden rules?  ·      How do hidden rules show up in nonprofits? ·      How can you recognize hidden rules?  Where should we look?  ·      Then what?  What are you supposed to do when you find a hidden rule?  We welcome support of the Nonprofit SnapCast via Patreon. We welcome your questions and feedback via The Nonprofit Snapshot website.

Chelsea Lamego and Alejandro Stevenson-Duran are Co-Founders of FundMiner, software that uniquely aggregates and organizes siloed fund data into its easy-to-manage platform, where fund managers can monitor their funds with access-based compliance tracking, data visualization, document workflow, and secure storage.  Among the things we discuss: What goes into the process of gift administration?  How can fundraising organizations more easily stay compliant with laws and donor agreements? Why do fundraising organizations continue to use disparate systems and manual data entry and why hasn’t that changed? What are your top tips on how organizations can effectively manage their funds and prioritize donors? How does this translate to a nonprofit’s mission?

Matt Stokes is the President and Founder of Nonprofit Millionaires, a fundraising consultancy.  We talk about leadership development.  Among the topics we discuss: Finding a mentor and a sponsor Attending and networking at fundraising conferences Doing informational interviews for future fundraising positions of interest Joining and becoming involved in local AFP chapters Pursuing the CFRE We welcome support of the Nonprofit SnapCast via Patreon. We welcome your questions and feedback via The Nonprofit Snapshot website.

Mickey talks with Geng Wang, CEO and Cofounder of Civic Champs about Volunteer Management and adopting the right technology to significantly step up their game.  Among the things we discuss: What technology already exists today and how is it used by nonprofits to support their volunteer programs? How could volunteer managers leverage tools like ChatGPT? What is on the horizon that we can look forward to? Hybrid environments and increased connectedness  Digital communities to support off-line work AI to identify points of engagement (and automate or streamline it) We welcome support of the Nonprofit SnapCast via Patreon. We welcome your questions and feedback via The Nonprofit Snapshot website.

Anthony Dicks visits the SnapCast to talk about leadership, leadership development, and working with creative teams.  He has spent over two decades preparing people with diverse responsibilities to reach their optimal leadership potential. He currently transforms leaders as the Senior Leadership Consultant for 180 Management Group.   Some of the questions we address: How can leaders foster a creative work environment in a culture of hurry?  What does a team of creatives need that other teams may not?  What are the ingredients of a healthy creative team culture? What are 5 things creatives need from their leaders?  Why is it so challenging to manage graphic designers, copywriters, and marketers?  How can a team leader become more sensitive to the needs and nuances of a team of creatives?  What do most leaders misunderstand about marketing professionals in their organization? We welcome support of the Nonprofit SnapCast via Patreon. We welcome your questions and feedback via The Nonprofit Snapshot website.

This is the last of three episodes with Nonprofit Jenni, Jenni Getzy, host of the Nonprofit Jenni Show podcast, and the force of nature behind Nonprofit Jenni.    We talk at length about Online and Silent Charity Auctions, examining step-by-step how to plan a charity auction, how to get items donated, how to maximize your revenue, etc.   Questions we address: When is it best to host an online/silent auction versus a live auction versus no auction at all? What are the most important steps for planning an online or silent auction? Where are the best places to get auction items donated? How should you set bid amounts for auction items? What are some easy time-saving tips to help avoid wasting a ton of time collecting auction items and coordinating with item donors? What are some easy tips for increasing the revenue you raise during the auction? We welcome support of the Nonprofit SnapCast via Patreon. We welcome your questions and feedback via The Nonprofit Snapshot website.

Dr. Chris Lambert is the author of Next Level Nonprofit and Founder/CEO of Life Remodeled.  In 2010 he started Life Remodeled, which repurposes vacant school buildings into one-stop hubs of opportunities and helps create neighborhood revitalization that lasts. Additionally, he and his dream team built and launched the Next Level Nonprofit organizational operating system, which helps nonprofits build dream teams and increase lasting impact. The system can be self- implemented after reading Next Level Nonprofit, however, Lambert and his team created a one-Year Coaching program for organizations that want to go further, faster.   Among the topics we discuss: How to get the right people in the right seats The key principles to recruiting and retaining top talent. Building a united, purpose-driven team Facilitating shared decision-making Create a 2-page strategic plan where every staff member will know where the organization is headed and how to get there Building an organizational structure that produces dramati

The SnapCast welcomes Joey Goone to talk about XXX.  Joey is the President of Utopia Experience, a full-scale event management company, that focuses on A/V, event production, videography and entertainment.  Joey has cracked he code on utilizing technology to benefit nonprofits in their events, helping them capture data to help them make more informed decisions.    We talk about XXX.  Among the things we discuss: The 3C Model Event Experiences and Video Stories - why they matter The neuroscience of why people gather, and how once you understand this, you can truly unlock your community The difference between event production and transactional audiovisual How to negotiate with hotels and venues How to implement experiential designs and technology into your event How to turn attendees into active participants We welcome support of the Nonprofit SnapCast via Patreon. We welcome your questions and feedback via The Nonprofit Snapshot website.

Nonprofit Jenni is on the SnapCast!!  This is the second of three episodes with Jenni Getzy, host of the Nonprofit Jenni Show podcast, and the force of nature behind Nonprofit Jenni.  We talk at length about email marketing, how to add people to your email list, the two types of email marketing you can use once you have a list, and what to include in your emails to your list   Questions we address: What are some ways to get email addresses added to your list? What are the two main methods of email marketing? (direct messaging versus mass email marketing) What makes a subject line click-worthy? How can you make email content engaging and personal? How often should you send email newsletters? We welcome support of the Nonprofit SnapCast via Patreon. We welcome your questions and feedback via The Nonprofit Snapshot website.

Episode NotesAnna Taylor, Executive Director of The Greater Sum Foundation, visits the SnapCast to talk about innovation and scalability in nonprofits. Among the topics we discuss: Greater Sum mission: supporting innovative & scalable nonprofits Types of innovation Greater Sum alumni are creating Factors that impede innovation in the nonprofit sector Working definition of scalability in the context of nonprofit growth Opportunities for cross-pollination and partnership in the nonprofit sector Examples of Greater Sum alumni that have done the most to scale their impact We welcome support of the Nonprofit SnapCast via Patreon. We welcome your questions and feedback via The Nonprofit Snapshot website.

Anna Taylor, Executive Director of The Greater Sum Foundation, visits the SnapCast to talk about alternatives to starting a nonprofit.  Among the topics we discuss: Greater Sum role in supporting startup nonprofits Preconceptions about increase in # of new nonprofits  Alternatives to starting a nonprofit Who SHOULD start a nonprofit Potential partnerships/growth opportunities  Donor/volunteer engagement in work outside of traditional nonprofit sector We welcome support of the Nonprofit SnapCast via Patreon. We welcome your questions and feedback via The Nonprofit Snapshot website.

Dolph Goldenburg visits the SnapCast to talk about strategic planning for nonprofits.  Dolph serves as a consultant, coach, and confidant for nonprofit leaders; and he is the Principal Consultant for Successful Nonprofits.    A good strategic planning process re-energizes your nonprofit organization by engaging your Board, staff, funders, and constituents in a meaningful manner. Nonprofits that develop a robust strategic plan build more effective programs, experience more fundraising success, and encounter fewer operational issues. The opposite is also true: charities that fail to plan typically struggle with programs, fundraising, and operations.    A good strategic planning process:   ·      Aligns Board, staff, and donors around your mission and objectives ·      Guides and nurtures program growth ·      Offers a roadmap for governance ·      Supports the chief executive in management decisions ·      Serves as a fundraising tool We welcome support of the Nonprofit SnapCast via Patreon. We welcome your que

David Pisarek, founder of Wow Digital, returns to the SnapCast to talk about Giving Tuesday.  We talk about the importance of the Giving Tuesday opportunity for nonprofits.  Among the things we touch on:  Prepping for Giving Tuesday Identifying the strategy and timeline Maximizing a Giving Tuesday campaign What happens once someone makes a donation? Tips for using email within the campaign We welcome support of the Nonprofit SnapCast via Patreon. We welcome your questions and feedback via The Nonprofit Snapshot website.

Nonprofit Jenni is on the SnapCast!!  Mickey gets to do three episodes with Jenni Getzy, host of the Nonprofit Jenni Show podcast, and the force of nature behind Nonprofit Jenni.  We talk at length about Giving Tuesday, and how you can still get ready to maximize the event for your nonprofit.   Questions we address: What are the most important steps for planning a Giving Tuesday campaign when you have limited time? If this is your first time planning a GT campaign, how can you do it without getting overwhelmed by the vast amount of resources out there? How can you set a realistic goal for your GT campaign, especially if it's your first? How can you get ideas for a creative, compelling GT campaign theme? What are the best ways to make a lot of money during your GT campaign? What are the biggest mistakes to avoid when planning a GT campaign for the very first time? We welcome support of the Nonprofit SnapCast via Patreon. We welcome your questions and feedback via The Nonprofit Snapshot website.

Long-time friend Dave Paule, Principal & Managing Director of Our Fundraising Search joins the SnapCast to explore the results of their recent Nonprofit Salary & Satisfaction Survey.   The results are in, and we are ready to share.  This session was recorded live.  Were there any surprises?  Discover key takeaways and some significant observations.  We welcome support of the Nonprofit SnapCast via Patreon. We welcome your questions and feedback via The Nonprofit Snapshot website.

Dave Paule of Our Fundraising Search makes a quick visit with Mickey to talk about their Nonprofit Salary & Satisfaction survey: We’d be honored if you’d spare just 4 minutes of your day to take the Nonprofit Salary & Satisfaction Survey. Thought leadership is an important part of what Our Fundraising Search does. The goal is to give nonprofit executives and boards insights into what it takes to recruit and, perhaps more importantly, retain talent. Please forward this on to everyone in your nonprofit organization. Here's the link to the survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/H6Z8MRC And here's the link to Our Fundraising Search's blog post on the matter: https://ourfundraisingsearch.com/our-fundraising-search-survey/ Thank you for your time! We welcome support of the Nonprofit SnapCast via Patreon. We welcome your questions and feedback via The Nonprofit Snapshot website.

Jenni Craig visits the SnapCast to talk about Affinity Programs, how to develop them, and how they benefit any philanthropic endeavor. Jenni has over fifteen years of experience in higher education, and is currently the principal at Affinity Makers, helping nonprofits to define and build their affinity programs. (Prior to Affinity Makers, Jenni's efforts have generated $2M in memberships and major gifts for Embry Riddle.) Among the things we discuss: Moves management tool to grow annual giving into mid-level donors, and mid-level donors into major gift prospects According to the Chronicle of Philanthropy, mid-level donors make up 1% of an organizations total donor base, yet their contributions can make up 34% of total donor revenue Affinity programs strengthen a donor’s affinity for the organization, create reliable & consistent revenue, and develop a major gift donor pipeline Statistically, a $100,000 gift takes 18 months and 8-10 touchpoints between a donor and a major gift officer; affinity program

Jonathan Lucus visits the SnapCast to talk about NSITE, placing individuals who are blind or have low vision in great jobs, and partnering with corporations to make it easier to hire, onboard, and retain these individuals.  They offer training programs for workers who are seeking to get into (or back into) positions in IT, finance, HR... NSITE also works directly with businesses to assure that their new hire is a good fit and that they are seamlessly incorporated into their workforce. Many blind/low vision job candidates are well-qualified for a position, but are overlooked at a time when businesses are struggling to fill important positions. This attitude of “too difficult to incorporate someone who is blind or low vision into our workplace” really needs to change, because with technology today, it simply isn’t true. It throws up barriers to employment for an employee It is important to remember that the benefits of hiring a DEI candidate who has a disability goes well beyond meeting an internal DEI goal. I

Joli Cooper of GreenLight Atlanta visits the SnapCast. Launched with more than 50 local philanthropic investors, GreenLight Atlanta represents the city’s extraordinary philanthropic spirit and ambition to find innovative approaches created and proven elsewhere to help make significant, measurable progress toward a brighter and more equitable future. We tackle the following questions: How do you decide which organization's to invest in? Why is innovation so important? Share a bit about your current investments to date --my  portfolio organizations. What's the future of GreenLight Fund Atlanta hold?  What brought you to this work? We welcome support of the Nonprofit SnapCast via Patreon. We welcome your questions and feedback via The Nonprofit Snapshot website.

Listeners can take advantage of some free offers along with a coupon for Mighty NPO: SNAPSHOT70. Find details within the podcast... David has been smashing the non-profit sector for over 20 years, and now he's living out his dream: to change the world one website at a time, by designing and building websites, leading design and branding projects, and implementing digital transformation for nonprofits and charities. He’s a design and programming expert who has taught at the college level and found his passion for sharing knowledge at his clients' businesses. Since 2016, his digital agency, Wow Digital Inc. has completed over 240 projects, so if you need some help, David and his team are the experts. Breaking apart processes and tearing down department silos, David uses his background to effectively bridge the gaps between IT, Marketing, Communications, and Fundraising departments to align processes, streamline operations, and ultimately help his clients achieve digital success. We welcome support of the Nonpr