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Episode 172
Isn't it a huge waste of effort to be a nonprofit once you consider the compliance, reporting and donor rules? For an organization just starting out, couldn't we serve our mission more efficiently if…
Published on 9 months, 3 weeks ago
How are nonprofit arts organizations different? with Guest Expert Alan Harrison
Episode 171
Are there fundamental differences between the board responsibilities of an arts nonprofit and a regular old charitable one? This week Andy is joined by guest expert and author of Scene Change Alan Ha…
Published on 10 months ago
Avoiding Negative News Stories
Episode 170
How do you keep from being the subject of a negative news story? Stacey and Andy have some thoughts. Also this week, we talk about what a better set of nonprofit financial statements looks like. Than…
Published on 10 months, 2 weeks ago
Attracting Younger Board Members
Episode 169
How do we attract and retain younger board members? Stacey and Andy have some thoughts. Also this week, we talk about how to engage with new pro sports teams (or any new companies) coming to your to…
Published on 11 months ago
What does a new board need to know?
Episode 168
Are there things we need to know when bringing in our first ever board? Stacey has thoughts. Also this week, we talk about internal controls for an organization with one staff member, and whether or …
Published on 11 months, 2 weeks ago
Fundraising for Capacity Building
Episode 167
How do you encourage donors to fund capacity building and not just programs? Stacey and Andy have some thoughts! Also this week, we talk about whether or not there is a best practice around reserve s…
Published on 1 year ago
Getting the Board to Ask More Questions
Episode 166
Is there a difference between a nonprofit's "story" and its "elevator pitch?" Stacey has some thoughts. Also this week, we talk about criteria for a recognition wall, and a really big one: how the he…
Published on 1 year ago
Hiring a First Development Director
Episode 165
After starting a brand new nonprofit and filing the paperwork, what's next? Stacey and Andy will get you pointed in the right direction. Also this week, we talk about things to think about when hirin…
Published on 1 year ago
Donor Advised Funds
Episode 164
Are donor advised funds good or evil? That's a big question, and Stacey and Andy definitely have some thoughts. Also, we talk about strategies for filling vacant committee leadership positions (it's …
Published on 1 year, 1 month ago
Founding Executive Director is Resistant to Change
Episode 163
We've got a really nice balance of questions this week! Is it possible to get a founding executive director to embrace change? Stacey and Andy have some thoughts on that! Also this week, we brainstor…
Published on 1 year, 2 months ago