The Nonprofit Show

A Fresh Playbook for Your Nonprofit Board: Noses In—Fingers Off

30 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Boards don’t magically run themselves—and this lively discussion proves it. Strategist and facilitator Mary Kay Delvo of Inspiring Sight lays out ...

Build a High-Performance Nonprofit Finance Team: Your Source of Truth

29 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Nonprofits talk about programs, fundraising, and boards—but rarely about how to build and lead a modern finance team. JMT Consulting’s Taylor Bost...

Nonprofit Power Week Finale: Finance Questions Answered

26 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Financial leadership is more than numbers—it’s the heartbeat of nonprofit sustainability. In this Nonprofit Power Week finale of The Nonprofit Sho...

The New Fraud Prevention Playbook for Nonprofits

25 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this Nonprofit Power Week conversation, we sit down with Jen Blasy, Manager at Your Part-Time Controller, to confront a topic many organizations wo...

Why Data Hygiene Matters: Speeding Up Your Nonprofit

24 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Nonprofits want the speed of automation and the promise of AI—but Alicia Eastvold, Department Leader for Client Technology Solutions at Your Part-Ti...

Scenario Planning In Uncertain Times: Keep the Mission Moving

23 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Scenario planning often sounds like a board retreat buzzword, but in this Nonprofit Power Week episode it becomes a practical playbook with receipts. ...

Federal Shutdown Realities for Nonprofits: What to Do Now

22 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A very timely discussion with Derick Dreher of Your Part-Time Controller (YPTC) about what a federal budget stalemate really means for everyday nonpro...

Board Fundraising That Actually Works: 4 Roles, Zero Panic!

19 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Julia C. Patrick and Tony Beall turn board jitters into momentum with a simple, generous framework: four board roles that make fundraising feel natura...

Messaging That Keeps Donors: The Trust Triangle

18 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Donor communication isn’t a seasonal chore—it’s the garden you tend all year. In this lively conversation, James Misner, Founder & Owner of ...

Signals From the Nonprofit Labor Market: Slowing The Revolving Door

15 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Nonprofit hiring is not matching the national headlines, says Katie Warnock, founder and president of Staffing Boutique. While recent reports suggest ...

Doing More With Less Using AI: Grant Drafts, Donor Trends, Board Stories—AI That Helps

11 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

AI isn’t a magic wand—but it can absolutely help nonprofits do more with less when you understand what it is, where it fits, and how to use it wis...

Third-Party Software Risks Nonprofits Overlook: Shadow IT, AI, and Donor Data

10 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Nonprofits lean on outside platforms to save time and stretch budgets—but those relationships can quietly expose sensitive donor, client, and paymen...

Prepping Your Nonprofit for Giving Tuesday!

09 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Giving Tuesday can feel like a moving target—but after this discussion with guest Jared Throneberry of Bloomerang, you’ll have a clear, energizing...

How Many Donors Should a Fundraiser Manage?

05 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Donor portfolios often feel like a mystery—part science, part art—and this episode of Fundraisers Friday peels back the curtain on what they reall...

The Nonprofit Leadership Wheel Is Spinning—Here’s How to Stop It

04 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Host Julia Patrick welcomes Herb Paine, CEO of Paine Consulting Services, for a candid and thought-provoking conversation about the future of nonprofi...

The Nonprofit Social Media Startup Plan You Need: Why Simplicity Wins

02 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Social media strategist, author, and TEDx speaker, Robin Nathaniel, unpacks the connection between human relationships and digital platforms. With fre...

What Corporate Sponsors Want In 2026: Trends Redefining Fundraising

29 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Fundraisers Friday cohosts Julia C. Patrick and Tony Beall dive into a thought-provoking conversation about the future of corporate sponsorships, the ...

Building Trust, Building Credit: A Nonprofit Banking Roadmap

27 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Step into a conversation that goes right to the heart of nonprofit operations: banking relationships, establishing credit, and securing financial foot...

Is Your Nonprofit Stuck on the Fundraising Hamster Wheel?

22 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We’re exploring a powerful theme that affects every nonprofit: the necessity of diversifying revenue streams—with cohosts Julia C. Patrick and Ton...

HR and Finance: The True Cost of Onboarding and Retention at Nonprofits

20 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Stephanie Rose-Belcher, COO of JMT Consulting, and Kristen Stine, HR Director at JMT Consulting, explore the real financial and human costs of non...

The Courage to Lead with Presence: How Engagement Shapes Leadership

18 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Leadership isn’t about perfection—it’s about presence, awareness, and courage. That’s the central message of this sparkling conversation featu...

Federal Funding Updates: Nonprofit's Survival Strategies in Uncertain Times

14 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In a conversation that feels more like a real-time crisis briefing than a casual update, Derick Dreher, Government Funding Department Leader at Your P...

Is Your Nonprofit Already Hacked? The Truth About Pen Testing

13 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Has your nonprofit ever had a simulated break-in to test your digital defenses? If not, you may already have an intruder inside!Cyberattacks aren’t ...

From Click to Connection: Building Donor Relationships Online

12 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Online giving isn’t just the future of fundraising—it’s the now! Emily Kelly, National Accounts Manager at Bloomerang, delivers a practical, ene...

How Nonprofits Can Advertise on TV: Target Donors by ZIP Code!

11 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Connected TV (CTV) advertising isn’t just for big brands anymore—it’s an emerging frontier for nonprofits to tell their stories on the biggest s...

Reignite Your Board's Fundraising: 8 Big Tips That Actually Work!

08 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This high-energy episode of Fundraisers Friday is packed with smart, actionable tips to help nonprofit leaders reignite board engagement—especially ...

If I Have a Program That Requires ME to Run It— It’s a Failure In Progress!

07 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What if our best intentions were doing more harm than good? In this compelling and unflinchingly honest conversation, global humanitarian consultant J...

Learning from Tech Startups: Fundraising Strategies Nonprofits Need Now

06 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Exploring how nonprofit fundraisers can adopt the disciplined mindset and tools of the startup world— with special guest Jeffrey Fidelman, CEO of Fi...

Risk Aversion Is the Real Threat: Playing It Safe Could Be Hurting Your Nonprofit

05 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In a sector that thrives on purpose yet struggles with burnout, Paul Hanscom, Chief Growth Officer at Ewald Consulting, unpacks what happens when nonp...

Interim Fundraising Leaders: Building Culture and Sustaining Development

04 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Explore a rarely discussed intersection in nonprofit leadership: the power of interim roles in development and fundraising, with Jeffrey R. Wilcox, Pr...

What the Development Team Wishes You Knew: Fundraising Is Everyone’s Job

04 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

For nonprofit leaders who want to improve internal communication, build a culture of philanthropy, and empower their entire team to support fundraisin...

Nonprofit Budgeting Without Siloes: How to Build Collaborative Financial Strategies

31 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It’s budget season for nonprofits, and Dr. Stephanie Rose-Belcher, Chief Operating Officer at JMT Consulting, brings powerful insight to the table i...

From Crisis to Credibility: Nonprofit Growth Lessons

30 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How do you lead when everything feels uncertain? Carina Santa Maria, CEO of Shelter Youth and Family Services, shared a bold, forward-thinking approac...

Professionalizing Volunteer Leadership: Transforming Nonprofits

28 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What if your volunteer engagement strategy was more than just a nice-to-have? What if it were the heartbeat of your nonprofit’s growth, donor develo...

Where to Find Fundraising Talent (Hint: It’s Not Just LinkedIn!)

25 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Finding great fundraising talent doesn’t have to feel like searching for unicorns! On this Fundraisers Friday conversation, Julia Patrick and Tony B...

Nonprofit Spending Chaos? Track Every Dollar Without Losing Your Mind!

22 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you've ever worked in a nonprofit and found yourself fronting expenses on your personal credit card, you're not alone—and you're d...

Flight Paths for All: Breaking Down Barriers in Aviation

21 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What if becoming a pilot wasn’t a dream reserved for the few—but a real career path for young people in underserved communities? In this inspiring...

Fundraising in Times of Chaos: It Starts with Your Mindset

16 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In a climate charged with political unpredictability, donor hesitancy, and organizational fatigue, Peter Heller, CEO and Founder of Heller Fundraising...

From $10K to $10M: Growing Nonprofit Assets Over Time

15 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Chief Investment Officer at Christian Brothers Services, Steve Sliwinski, offers a highly approachable yet technically sound guide to nonprofit in...

AI vs. Human: Nonprofit Hiring Practices in 2025

14 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What happens when artificial intelligence collides with nonprofit hiring? Katie Warnock, CEO and Founder of Staffing Boutique, brings over two decades...

Modern Fundraising Starts Here: Tech Can Save You Time & Raise More

11 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This fast episode plants more than a few seeds—it digs deep into the fertile soil of fundraising tech and AI, showing nonprofit leaders how to embra...

Why Nonprofit's Finance and Program Teams Clash—and How to Fix It!

10 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Leadership meets lived experience as Eric Wilson, Director at Your Part-Time Controller (YPTC), unpacks the long-standing tension between nonprofit fi...

The Cybercrime Response Plan Every Nonprofit Needs: What To Do First

09 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

When a cyberattack hits your nonprofit, do you know what to do? Cybersecurity expert Michael Nouguier, Partner at Cybersecurity Services at Richey May...

The Myth of Declining Generosity

08 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A clear message: “Generosity is not dead—it’s transforming”, says Ann Fellman, Chief Marketing Officer at Bloomerang. As headlines churn out f...

Why HR Chaos Sinks New CEOs: Interims to the Rescue!

07 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Jeffrey Wilcox (President) and Joan Brown (COO) of the Interim Executives Academy unpack the harsh realities of nonprofit leadership turnover—and th...

Digital Natives, Real Impact: Engaging Gen Z Volunteers

30 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How do you win the hearts—and hands—of Gen Z donors? According to Emily Tisdale, West Coast Manager for Team for Cures at the Multiple Myeloma Res...

Crypto, DAFs, and Nonprofit Magic: It's Fundraiser's Friday!

27 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In a whirlwind of nonprofit questions from viewers, Julia C. Patrick and Tony Beall splash into the world of fundraising mysteries.  "We need to...

How to Run a Nonprofit Thrift Store That Doesn’t End Up in the Clearance Bin

26 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Thinking of opening a nonprofit thrift store? Before you dust off those donation bins, take a lesson from Kate Thoene, CEO of New Life Center., as she...

Collaboration Is Not a Vibe—It’s a Skill: A Wake-Up Call to Philanthropy

25 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this electric and occasionally uncomfortable conversation, Stephen Minix—VP of Community at UpMetrics—lays bare the myth that collaboration sim...

Nonprofit Donor Data Is a Gold Mine. Here’s How to Dig!

24 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you've ever wondered whether your nonprofit fundraising data is a treasure chest or a digital junk drawer, Greg Warner is here with a flashlig...

Turn Your Nonprofit's Auctions Into Joyful, Money-Making Machines

23 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What happens when a PTA president-turned-techie disrupts the nonprofit auction world? You get Roger Devine, co-founder of SchoolAuction.net, a man on ...

The Nonprofit Overhead Myth Explained

18 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Are you still chasing a “low overhead” badge of honor? Gregg Indictor, Director at Your Part-Time Controller, confronts one of the nonprofit secto...

Fundraising Shakeup: Local, Smart, Data-Driven

17 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Explore the intersection of philanthropy, data science, and the evolving tools shaping nonprofit fundraising, with our guest, Scott Brighton, CEO of B...

The Intentional Nonprofit Executive: Strategies for Sustainable Leadership

16 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In an era marked by organizational strain and evolving workplace expectations, leadership must move beyond traditional fixes and embrace systemic tran...

Secrets Behind Fundraiser's Salaries Revealed!

13 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How much should a fundraiser make—and why is it still taboo to ask?Cohosts Julia C. Patrick and Tony Beall tackle the longstanding silence around no...

Nonprofit Raffles, Auctions, and Events: Why It Matters To The IRS!

12 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Is your nonprofit planning a gala, auction, or bingo night? Before you book the venue or sell that first ticket, there’s one essential step you may ...

Your Nonprofit's Trusted Platforms Might Be Leaking Donor Info!

11 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

“Cybersecurity used to be the Department of ‘No’. Today, it's about enablement—how we help people work securely without getting in the wa...

Beyond the Sign-Up Sheet: Build a Volunteer Strategy That Works

10 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

You'll love this master class on the untapped power of volunteerism—with a call to rethink how we attract, support, and retain volunteers—led...

Remote Work Realities for Nonprofits: What You Need to Know

09 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

As remote work settles into the nonprofit landscape, what does the future of flexible staffing really look like? Dana Scurlock, Director of Recruitmen...

Setting Fundraising Goals? The Fundraiser’s Roadmap

06 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If setting fundraising goals gives you a headache, this episode of Fundraisers Friday is the relief you didn’t know you needed. Our cohosts unpack t...

What 1,000 Donors Told Us About Nonprofit Auctions!

04 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Auctions are far from obsolete—and the data proves it. We sit down with Karrie Wozniak, Chief Marketing Officer at OneCause, and Sarah Sebastian, Di...

How to Find a Banker for Your Nonprofit

03 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We chat with Jeff Young, Senior Vice President at First Bank, about why your nonprofit absolutely needs a good banker—and it's probably not for...

Board vs. Executive: Who Really Leads During Transition?

02 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

When a nonprofit reaches a pivotal moment of transition, the question arises: who will guide it through the unknown? Jeffrey Wilcox, President of Inte...

Fear, Fatigue, and Fundraising: The Pressure No One Talks About

30 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We take a no-fluff approach to unpacking the real, often unspoken stressors that nonprofit fundraisers face. Cohosts Julia C. Patrick and Tony Beall d...

When Nonprofit Finance Meets Nonprofit Mission: Real Talk from the Frontlines

29 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

When finance and mission meet, it's often a delicate dance—but Terri Sorrentino, Director of Finance and Administration at Friends of Karen, sh...

Innovation Meets Compassion: The Future of Food Pantries

28 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Drew Moran, Chief Development Officer at Nourishing Hope, joins our cohosts,Julia Patrick and Sherry Quam Taylor, for a conversation that blends visio...

Spreadsheets Can Be Hell! Automate Your Grant Reporting!

27 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We are joined by Srikar Chinam, CEO of KarmaSuite, for a conversation that flips conventional grant thinking on its head. While most nonprofit leaders...

Major Gifts 101: Winning Over High Net Worth Donors

23 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Our cohosts deliver a practical conversation on cultivating relationships with high net worth (HNW) donors. They explore how nonprofit organizations o...

Beyond Adoption: Rebuilding Child Welfare Systems

22 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What does it take to reimagine child welfare on a global scale? Caroline Boudreaux, Founder of the Miracle Foundation, shares her extraordinary evolut...

Calm, Clarity, Cash Flow: Nonprofit Financial Survival Tools for Today

21 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Paul Preziotti, CPA and partner at Johnson Lambert, joins co-hosts Julia Patrick and Meico Marquette Whitlock to provide a grounded, real-time financi...

Cybersecurity for Nonprofits on a Budget

20 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

For many nonprofits, cybersecurity feels like a luxury they simply can’t afford. But according to Michael Nouguier, Partner of Cybersecurity Service...

Why Cultural Humility Is a Leader's Superpower in Nonprofit Work

19 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Pierre Berastaín, Regional Director at the Centre for Public Impact, invites us into a powerful conversation about leadership, cultural humility,...

Who Owns the Donor? Fundraiser vs. Structure Showdown

16 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Bubble blowers, legacy gifts, and neighborly introductions—this session of Fundraisers Friday bubbles over with wit and wisdom from cohosts Julia C....

Fear Isn’t the Enemy—It’s the Catalyst: Emotional EQ for Nonprofit Leaders

15 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In a moment of transformational clarity, life and leadership coach George “Iceberg” Miller addresses what so many in the sector struggle with but ...

From One Video to $88 Million in Debt Forgiven: What Hospitals Don't Tell Us!

14 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Jared Walker, founder of Dollar For, shares how one TikTok video launched a national movement to eliminate medical debt through little-known hospital ...

Donor Events That Really Work!

13 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What if your next fundraising event wasn’t just another rubber chicken gala—but a magnetic, mission-driven experience people couldn’t stop talki...

Nonprofit Mergers: Smart Strategy or Last Resort?

05 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Nonprofit mergers and acquisitions aren’t a sign of weakness—they're a powerful strategy for long-term viability and community impact. In thi...

Events, Donors, Deadlines: Managing Fundraiser's Stress!

02 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It’s Fundraiser’s Friday—and we engage in a candid, layered conversation about one of the sector’s least addressed yet most persistent realiti...

Hope Over Fear: DEIB Leadership in a Testy Climate

01 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In a conversation as timely as it is timeless, we welcome Gordon Sims, Director of Development at the Diversity Center of Northeast Ohio, to explore h...

Inside a Disability-Inclusive Summer Camp: Lessons in Leadership

30 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Dawn Trapp, CEO of the Civitan Foundation AZ, delivers an inspiring and detailed look into how her organization successfully runs a summer camp for in...

Creative Aging: The Movement Nonprofits Can't Ignore!

29 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Julie Kline and Sarah Jacobus from Lifetime Arts take a deep and inspiring dive into the transformative world of creative aging. As America's pop...

Real Talk for Fundraisers: Goals, Gratitude, and Getting It Done

25 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It’s Fundraisers Friday, and Julia C. Patrick and Tony Beall are back with an episode full of big opinions, thoughtful advice, and even a little Kun...

Nonprofits—It's Time to Rethink Financial Success!

24 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Understanding what it really means for a nonprofit to be financially successful—and no, it’s not just about the size of your bank account. Beth La...

The 6 Innovation Rules Every Nonprofit Needs Now

23 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Leah Kral, social impact consultant and author of Innovation for Social Change, joins cohosts Julia Patrick and Sherry Quam Taylor for a spirited deep...

Why HR is the Executive Director’s Superpower

22 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Executive Director Janelle Miller Moravek of Youth and Family Counseling takes us behind the curtain of what it really means to make HR the Executive ...

Why Hackers Target Nonprofits—and How to Stop Them

21 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Why would cybercriminals target nonprofit organizations—entities dedicated to doing good? According to Alex Brown, Director of Cybersecurity Solutio...

When to Expand Your Nonprofit Fundraising Team

18 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

One of the most pressing conversations in nonprofit leadership: when and how to expand your development team! With humor, candor, and real-world insig...

LinkedIn for Nonprofits: Turn Your Story Into Funding

17 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Are you a nonprofit leader hiding in plain sight on LinkedIn? Emmy Award-winning journalist and founder of StoryLede, Bofta Yimam, delivers a powerhou...

From Poverty to Possibility: How STEP Transforms First-Gen Students

16 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Tracy Baynes—Founder and CEO of the Student Expedition Program (STEP)—shares how a wilderness leadership initiative evolved into a powerful, m...

Avoiding Tech Regret: Platform Planning for Nonprofits

15 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s digital-first nonprofit environment, it's not enough to simply invest in a platform—you must also manage that investment intention...

Nonprofit Labor and a Rattled Economy

14 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The nonprofit workforce is facing a seismic shift—and Dana Scurlock, Director of Recruitment at Staffing Boutique, is sounding the alarm. Dana share...

Want to Be a Nonprofit Consultant? Watch This First

11 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Is it a bold leap… or a necessary evolution? Unpacking what it really takes to move from frontline nonprofit roles into independent consulting—wit...

Planning for Chaos: How Nonprofits Stay Ready!

10 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In the dynamics of nonprofit leadership, few challenges loom larger than the compounded weight of natural disasters and abrupt policy changes. Directo...

From Hospice to Health: Inside a Bold Nonprofit Rebrand

09 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Rebranding a nonprofit isn't just about new logos or fresh colors—it's an emotional journey deeply rooted in the mission, culture, and ser...

70% of Donors Started as Volunteers – Are You Missing Out?

08 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Do we dare ask our volunteers to also become donors? Chloe Boonstra of Bloomerang says absolutely — and she’s got the data to prove it. In this fa...

Leadership Transitions Done Right—Meet the Interim Experts

07 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

this informative discussion of the most misunderstood yet increasingly vital roles in the nonprofit world: interim leadership. Featuring powerhouse gu...

Master the Grant Cycle: From Rejection to Funding!

04 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this high-energy Fundraisers Friday Show, cohosts Julia Patrick and Tony Beall unpack the complexities of grant writing and grant readiness with an...

A Modern Nonprofit Changing Ukraine's Future: One Video Call at a Time!

03 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In a transformative conversation, Katerina Manoff, visionary founder and CEO of ENGinprogram.org, passionately shares her remarkable journey of creati...

Unlock Your Nonprofit’s Sparkle Factor Now!

02 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In an era marked by relentless hustle and external demands, author and nonprofit champion Merle Benny invites nonprofits to pause, reflect, and ignite...

Mastering Nonprofit Board Meetings!

01 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In the ever-evolving world of nonprofit leadership, one constant remains: the board meeting. Whether you're a seasoned executive or a new board m...