Marjorie Moore and Natalie Jablonski explore nonprofit life in the place where mission and people meet. After all, we're all working toward the same outcome.
Episodes
Tuesday Aug 23, 2016
Tuesday Aug 23, 2016
Everyone knows that when you are nonprofit organization the magic behind the mission is fundraising. Simply put, no money no mission. And fundraising has a three-phase cycle – you are either starting a campaign, in a campaign, or ending a campaign. Today we have Ellen Howe, Senior Consultant with The Rome Group. She been involved in the nonprofit sector for 15 years as a consultant, development officer and program director. Ellen joins Marjorie and Natalie to talk about what a feasibility study is and helps you figure out if it's right for your organization.
Campaign Feasibility Studies: Taking the Time to Find Out whether the Time Is Right by Tony Poderis
Capital Campaigns: The Benefits of a Feasibility Study
What is a Fundraising Feasibility Study and Is It Worth It? by P. Burke Keegan
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Friday Aug 05, 2016
Friday Aug 05, 2016
In the spirit of baseball season, we love to root for our favorite team. Well today, we are rooting for everyone’s favorite team – our Nonprofit Organizations! And here as our guest to help make sure all of our NPOs cover their bases is Jen Vacha, Principal at Brown Smith Wallace LLP in St. Louis, Missouri. Jen shares what should be in your nonprofit's Permanent Record and goes into detail about exactly how to recognize your donor's gifts so that they don't run into any problems with the IRS.
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Circumvent the Storm Event Information
Friday Jul 29, 2016
Friday Jul 29, 2016
Here's some resources if you're interested in getting an alumni association or board alumni group started at your organization:
Q&A: How to Engage Younger Alumni
Alumni Channel Blog: How to Start/Create an Alumni Association
Alumni Channel: 14 (New & Updated) Best Practices to Grow Your Alumni Association
The Hidden Treasure of Former Board Members
How Does Your Nonprofit Retain Termed-Out Board Members?
You can connect with Jan by calling her at 314-780-7472. Find her on LinkedIn and Facebook.
Friday Jul 15, 2016
Friday Jul 15, 2016
It's the person you count on to lead your organization and build trust in the community. The role of the Executive Director is pivotal to the well being of any nonprofit organization. Cheryl Compton, an Executive Director with over 40 years of experience in the field, is here to share her experiences in the hot seat.
Friday Jul 08, 2016
Friday Jul 08, 2016
Event Creative: 5 Things to Consider when Choosing an Event Venue
Vogue: Met Gala Party-Planning Secrets—From Invitations to Icebreakers
How to Turn It Up a Notch When Planning Your Fundraising Gala By Julie BuckleyFriday Jul 01, 2016
Friday Jul 01, 2016
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Friday Jun 10, 2016
Friday Jun 10, 2016
Wendy Dyer has SIZZLE and has enjoyed helping hundreds of nonprofits over the last 22 years find theirs. She has helped pump millions of dollars into the economy – expanding programs and building schools, health centers and cultural places - bringing opportunity to thousands of people. A frequent presenter and trainer, Wendy encourages agencies to find their “sizzle” and embrace her mantra, “People are giving money away, anyway, might as well be to you.”.
On today's show, Wendy talks about the art and science of using emotions in fundraising appeals and how the movement of effective altruism might be changing the game.
GiveWell's List of Top CharitiesFeel Good School of Philanthropy
The Most Good You Can Do
Catch up with Wendy at http://www.wendydyer.com/.
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