The Nonprofit Show

Nonprofit CEO Insider: Musically Fed

19 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Discover how MusicallyFed.org is revolutionizing the fight against hunger! Led by the passionate and driven founder, Marie Brunner, MusicallyFed.org i...

AFPICON 2023 From New Orleans- Day Two

18 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We went Live to the 2023 Association of Fundraising Professionals conference that brings the best to the nonprofit sector.  Bloomerang.co shared what...

AFP ICON 2023 - Day 1

17 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

From the Bloomerang booth in New Orleans, Josh Myers joins Jarrett as they introduce the action at Day 1 of the Association of Fundraising Professiona...

Nonprofit's Questions Of The Week!

14 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Muhi Khwaja CFRE shares the spotlight with Julia Patrick as they respond to viewer's questions.  Ranging from the influence of Ramadan on nonpro...

Understanding ChatGPT And Your Nonprofit!

13 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The CEO of FoundationSearch.com highlights the latest ways in which artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the nonprofit sector, particularly th...

Creating The Best Appeal Photos

12 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Employing high-quality photography, utilizing proper techniques, and showcasing equitable camera angles not only pays respect to your subjects but als...

Four Steps To Impactful And Profitable Events!

11 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In recent years, live events have changed, but they still serve their primary purpose of building community and affinity for nonprofits. AJ Steinberg,...

Payroll Services And Nonprofits!

10 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Payroll services are an essential part of most nonprofit's operation, involving the managing of employee payments, taxes, and benefits. These ser...

Nonprofit's Questions of The Week!

07 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nonprofit's asked and our co-hosts answered: Cultivate 2023 Conference | Board members role with fundraisers | Boosting CEO's profile | Cont...

Raising The Most Money With Golf!

06 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nonprofit Thought Leader Logan Foote from GolfStatus.org chips in with how nonprofit fundraising through golf tournaments has become easier and more s...

Insider's Advice: Working With Consultants!

05 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

An outside voice can do a lot of good, including taking your NPO to a higher intensity, save time, give an independent perspective, and save money.  ...

Actions To Take For A Nonprofit Career

04 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nonprofit staffing specialist Dana Scurlock shares four actions to take if you're contemplating a career change to the nonprofit sector. Learn ho...

The High Growth Nonprofit!

03 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Author Matt Scott helps us understand how nonprofits can benefit from 'for-profit' techniques, such as investing in growth and infrastructur...

Nonprofit's Questions of The Week!

31 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

CFRE Jack Alotto from Fundraising Academy helps answer viewer's questions about: Boards failing funding duties | Why money fuels missions  | Who...

Handling Donor Objections - Part Two

30 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Curiosity is the fundraiser's ally when objections occur. By giving validation to the objection, accepting its truth, and narrowing the donor&apo...

Handling Donor Objections - Part One

29 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Realizing objections are a sign of interest is the first step in getting donors to say Yes!  CFRE Jack Alotto details the 4 types of objections donor...

Getting Accounting & Development On The Same Page!

28 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

When accuracy conflicts with personalities, often times, things don't get done. Deanna Peterson from YPTC.com outlines the communication strategi...

Language That Speaks To Donors!

27 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Speaking about your cause and impact may be best coached using terms that guide donors to realize they are the hero's of your story!  Jennifer V...

Nonprofit's Questions Of The Week!

24 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Amazing questions answered about: Rural fundraising | Welcoming new CEO | Overcoming Founder-itis | Online training v in-person | Conducting online au...

Keeping Your Message At The Forefront!

23 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

From Classy.org, Michelle Boggs, outlines how harnessing data, having a strong brand image, and focusing on donor retention work in concert with takin...

Overcoming Stage Fright! 5 Easy Steps

22 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Convert your nerves and apprehensions into poised presence and confidence. Ashley Bright, TheMessageFixer.com, shares the 5 steps to 'getting you...

Assessing Your Nonprofit Brand!

21 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nonprofit Thought Leader, Sarah Grone, highlights the differences between Brands and Branding and why it's vital to establish your nonprofit&apos...

Inside Google AD Grants!

20 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Grant supported internet advertising that puts your nonprofit in front of more supporters and volunteers, and helps move your mission forward!  GiveB...

Segmenting Donor Magic!

16 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Knowing who and where donors are on your fundraising highway will make a huge difference in your success.  Bloomerang.co describes the lanes (aka don...

Church Space Needs And Real Estate

15 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The ChurchGuy.net shares advice on buying and selling church properties. Beginning with establishing an understanding of expectations by leadership, t...

Retaining Nonprofit Staff Strategies

14 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The CEO of StaffingBoutique.org shares the latest strategies to keep employees. From determining the 'work-life balance' for each employee, ...

Fundraising With Luxury Travel!

13 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The pocketbooks of donors and their expectations for levels of service often differ greatly from those of the staff. The CEO of LuxGive.com shares his...

Nonprofit's Questions of the Week!

10 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Super smart Jack Alotto CFRE, from Fundraising Academy, joins in as a Co-host to cover: Open to the public Board meetings | Donations of real estate |...

Unlocking Grants Through Volunteer Programs

08 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Forty percent of the Fortune 500 offer volunteer matching grant philanthropic programs. The CEO of CivicChamps.com shares how to cultivate and engage ...

Leveraging Board Members At Events!

07 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nonprofit Thought Leader Michael Buckley shares the 'QuiCCK method' of setting expectations of Board members attending your events. By using...

Is Your Nonprofit Using Tech Right?

06 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nonprofit tech specialist and podcaster Alexander Lapa opens the door on why cutting edge-tech is usually not the best for nonprofits, identifying use...

Nonprofit's Ask And Answered!

03 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Questions from across the country, covering: Compliance resources for NPO's | Serving the un-needy | Trusting the company accountant | Tips to fi...

The Role Of A Chief Of Staff

02 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Having teams in varied locations, with varied duties, the Chief of Staff becomes the coordinating conduit between the vertical sections of the nonprof...

Finding Help For Nonprofit Organizations

01 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The NonprofitHub.org has a deep base of knowledge and expertise to help NPO's with people, resources, and sector support.  This educational coll...

Realities Of Donor Restricted Contributions

28 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Amina Bell, from YPTC.com explains the two types of donor restricted donations, the nature of the contractual obligations, and how prepping your nonpr...

Integrated Wellness In Nonprofits

27 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Cookie cutter approaches to mental wellness is failing the work teams at stress filled NPO's.  Wellness expert Amanda Kostura shares how using m...

Nonprofit's Ask And Answered!

24 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

These questions from nonprofits shared common themes of communication, transparency, and staying current. Fundraising Academy Trainer LaShonda William...

Major Gift Asks: Setting Up Success!

23 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

There are 5 important tasks in the process of asking a donor for a major gift.  From Bloomerang, Jennifer Palan takes us from determining the target ...

Employment Retention Credits For Nonprofits

22 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

From the Federal CARES Act, both for profit and nonprofits may be eligible for up to $26,000 per employee as part of the payroll support offsets creat...

Mental Health 'Inside' The Nonprofit!

21 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Co-Founder of Mindfulness First shares how nonprofit staff stress and burnout can be managed more effectively by starting with obtaining some inte...

Pursuing A Degree In Nonprofit Management

20 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A student's journey unlocking doors to a degree in Nonprofit Management at Drexel University's Online program.  Hear how studying within a ...

Top 5 Questions About Donor Management Platforms

17 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The questions to ask when evaluating a CRM for donation management are answered by Jacob Baker, Sales Manager with Bloomerang, in this Nonprofit Power...

Nonprofit Tax Receipting: Better and Easier

16 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

When nonprofits think of providing their donors receipts more as an opportunity than a burden, it opens a panoply of stewardship, from segmenting, per...

Spring Clean Your Nonprofit's Donor Database!

15 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

At the heart of what sustains most nonprofits is their base of donors. Creating a rhythmic routine of monitoring and correcting the contents of your i...

First-time Donor Journeys

14 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Curating the journey of first-time donors involves personal contact, sharing, timing, questioning, and of course, thanking.  Bloomerang CMO Ann Fellm...

Learning From Giving Trends!

13 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's Nonprofit Power Week, and Bloomerang shared the thinking of their VP of Demand Generation, speaking to the current Top 3 giving trends and h...

Nonprofit's Questions Of The Week!

10 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

An array of topics covered; IRS form 8300 | Volunteer overload | Social vs Online | MyLearningPortal.org | Re-defining geography and more, covered by ...

The Power Of Guest Blogging!

09 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Anne McAuley Lopez, a nonprofit sector thought leader, explains why having outside guests contribute content to your nonprofits web platform can build...

Why Nonprofits Should Care About Affordable Housing

08 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Unpeeling the layers over the stigma of affordable housing, the CEO of JuniperCompliance.com explains how developers and nonprofits can partner to rem...

Creating Powerful Resumes!

07 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

'A resume should be a living document' says Dana Scurlock of StaffingBoutique.org, and she goes on to elaborate on how to construct a consis...

The Six Avatars That Motivate Donors

06 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Web design expert Dani MacGregor reveals how incorporating the 6 key avatars into your nonprofits' website can motivate donors to act on your cal...

Nonprofit's Questions This Week

03 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

An array of questions answered, including; Accepting foreign donations | Changing Branding | Nonprofit's copyrights and contracts | Volunteer Don...

Gift Cards! Innovative Fundraising

02 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

There's more than $40 billion of unused gift cards floating around. CardFunder.com has innovated a simple tech solution which converts those card...

Capital Campaigns And Feasibility Studies

01 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Major capital fundraising for projects and programs takes an average of 3 years. The CEO of CapitalCampaignToolkit.com describes how the process is ra...

Storytelling Through Financial Statements

31 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Reporting and sharing financial info, whether internally or externally, is an opportunity to bolster your nonprofit's story, and more critically,...

Attracting Millennial & GenZ Donors!

30 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The 'Show-Me' generations are changing fundraising. Millennials are now in their 40's and those following are more value driven than ev...

Nonprofit's Questions Of The Week

27 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A variety of questions this week about: Surveying Givers | Operationalizing DEI | Trespassing donors | Eliminating staff vacations and more.  CFRE Ja...

Intersecting DAFs And Corporate Philanthropy

26 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The CEO of GroundSwell.io shares how trust-based philanthropy is entering the corporate giving realm at the employee level with tools allowing individ...

Understanding Donor Approaches - Part 2

25 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Continuing with the 7 types of approaches which can be used to create the 'on-ramp' to a successful needs discussion with prospective donors...

Understanding Donor Approaches - Part 1

24 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Making a meaningful face-to-face first impression with intention is a key to begin determining the needs of the donors and investors you are targeting...

Nonprofit's Questions Of The Week

20 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Tech tools for nonprofit programs | Overlapping NPO services | Nonprofit focused bankers | Finding missing mentors are question topics answered by our...

Top Five Donor Gratitude Strategies!

19 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

From their thousands of nonprofit clients, Bloomerang.co, shares the top 5 ways that are most effective in expressing gratitude to donors and investor...

ENGAGEMENT: The Secret To Social Media

18 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nonprofits have two audiences to focus on when it comes to social media; their investor donors and the people they serve. Curating the multiple paths ...

Nonprofit's Relentless Pursuit Of Impact

17 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Only 25% of nonprofits use data aligned with their mission.  The CEO of SureImpact.com elaborates on the 3 key tracking stats all NPO's should b...

Nonprofit's Questions of the Week!

13 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

From donor retention rates, portfolio metrics, and home office stipends, to hiring temporary Board Chairman, our cohosts, including Trainer and CFRE M...

Collaborating With Another Nonprofit!

12 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Thinking together with the proper process, platform, and people can launch innovations beyond any individual nonprofit's efforts. Kevin Holt shar...

CEO Spotlight: The Bridge Initiative!

11 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Beginning with advice from friends "not to do this", Brenda Foley of BridgeInit.org, ignored some naysayers, moved ahead and is now transfor...

Turning Nonprofit Programs Into Phone Apps

10 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

StVincentdePaul.net created a phone app to give donors a one on one connection to clients bounded with respect, anonymity, and an engaging track of th...

The Power of Real Estate Gifts to Nonprofits!

09 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

rWith aging baby boomers the greatest transfer of wealth ever is occuring in the USA and savvy nonprofits know that more than 43% of their wealth is i...

Nonprofit's Questions Of The Week!

06 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Our co-hosts answer viewer's questions on; Getting goals on-track | Going overBoard | Staff development tips | Mis-matched fundraisers and more. ...

5 Steps To Discovering Nonprofit Metrics That Matter!

05 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

From FieryFX.com, Founder Brandy Lawson, focuses our thinking on the ways to measure nonprofit's key data and the consistent sequence needed in d...

2023 Resolution: Inspire My Board!

04 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

My New Year's resolution is to inspire the board of our nonprofit by helping them understand and voice the mission, vision, and values of our org...

Where To Find Good Nonprofit Staff!

03 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

2023 is lining up to be just as difficult as 2022 when it comes to recruiting team members. Using 'Boots on the ground networking' and focus...

Nonprofit's Ask & Answer

31 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Nonprofit's worries in 2023 | NPO innovations in 2022 | Crowdfunding crush | Asking again and again . . are the hot topics covered by our Co-host...

Top 5 Nonprofit Goals For 2023

29 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Our Co-hosts pull together the Top 5 goals nonprofits should set for 2023, focused on several elements involving planning and the setting of intention...

PROJECT MAX: Sports Intersects With DEI

28 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Inspired by the work of Max Nordau, Project Max combines the strength and diversity of athletes to fight racism and antisemitism. Building on the posi...

Nonprofit Board Blame Games!

27 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

 CEO Hardy Smith has written a book that provides insight into improving relationships between nonprofit boards and staff. Through interviews with bo...

Nonprofit's Questions Of The Week!

23 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

 Fundraising Academy CFRE LaShonda Williams helps with answers to viewer's questions about: The courage to ask | Development portfolio sizes | A...

2023 Fundraising Planning And Climate Report

21 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

From the contributions of more than 1,000 nonprofits across the USA, Bloomerangs' co-authored analysis provides a look at a broad range of data o...

How To Work Nonprofit Event Rooms!

20 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Nonprofit events are one of the biggest opportunities for staff and leadership.  Knowing how to navigate the room during the event with specific inte...

Passing The CFRE Exam With Help From SANTA!

19 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

You may want to ask Santa for some help in preparing and taking the Certified Fundraising Executive exam this coming year!  The CFRE designation is o...

Ask & Answer Nonprofit's Questions!

16 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

CFRE Muhi Khwaja from Fundraising Academy helps answer viewer's questions about; Milestone marketing | Baiting staff back to the office | Develop...

2023 Nonprofit's Fundraising Outlook!

15 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Nearly 900 nonprofits contributed to the results of the 2023 Fundraising Outlook conducted annually by OneCause.com.  This new release covered the ga...

Nonprofit's Staffing Strategies For 2023

14 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

2023 is a time to let go of old expectations and adjust to employee's new work ethics! It will require open dialogs and a focus on retention. The...

Part 2 of Building Rapport With Gatekeepers

13 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Gatekeepers may intially be your barriers to the donor but should be considered more than just a person to pass-through. Selling them on your cause wi...

Building Rapport With Donor's Gatekeepers - Part 1

12 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In fundraising, getting across the moat to engage directly with the check writers is often the hardest part.The Director of Fundraising Academy lists ...

Nonprofit's Questions Of The Week

09 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

From Fundraising-Academy.org, Director Pearl Hoeglund helps answer viewer's questions about; Firing-up Board members | Fundraising equals support...

Perfecting The Collaborative Leadership Model!

08 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Imagine a nonprofit with NO Executive Director, operating on a scaled system for decision making. From 'in-flow' to conflict engagement, IBM...

Year End Review With Your Part-time Controller!

07 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Cybersecurity, succession planning, federal grant awards, and data visualization systems are robustly discussed with nonprofit sector expert Jennifer ...

Understanding Charitable Americans In 2023

06 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Co-Founder of BGenerous.com explains the importance of understanding the micro-economics of households and how the digital transition is changing both...

NPO Temporary Staffing For Holidays And Seasonal Work

05 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Who is managing those temps?  Dana Scurlock from StaffingBoutique.org details the steps, costs, and potential uses nonprofits should consider when ad...

Nonprofit's Questions Of The Week!

02 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Bringing a font of wisdom, Jack Alotto CFRE from Fundraising Academy, joins Julia in addressing; The real value of a CFRE designation | Give AND Get P...

Nonprofit Succession Planning In 5 Steps!

01 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Succession planning is a strategic process not re-active. Jarrett Ransom, CEO of Rayvan Group, elaborates on how mission-driven planning removes the p...

Storytelling For Your Nonprofit's Cause

30 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Great storytelling gets donors to say ''Now I see how my money is used''. There are 5 elements to good storytelling but a few mist...

5 Ways To Blog Like A Pro In 2023!

29 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

From staying focused on your channel to outsourcing tips, nonprofit sector Thought Leader Anne McAuley Lopez describes the 5 top ways expert insider&a...

Audit Tips For NPO's With Federal Grants

29 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

CPA and Manager at Your Part-time Controller, Eric Wilson, describes the key issues and lays out elements of internal controls needed at nonprofits to...

Economic Change Impacts To Nonprofit's Donors

23 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A broad look at this next years' anticipated donation funding comes with some warning signs and changes.  From the frontline of finance in the n...

Engaging Your Board With Donors!

22 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Bloomerang.co Coaching Team Manager Micah James deals out the real issues nonprofit board members struggle with when it comes to their fundraising com...

Critical Volunteer Tracking For Nonprofits

22 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Volunteers are twice as likely to become donors, contribute almost $200 billion in equivalent values to NPO's annually, and more than 70% only vo...

Questions From Viewer's Answered! - Power Week Day 5

18 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Our national co-hosts respond to Nonprofit's Power Week questions on; Recognition of National Adoption Month | Merging marketing and development ...