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Small Nonprofit: Fundraising Tips, Leadership Strategies, and Community-Centric Solutions

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Welcome to Small Nonprofit, the podcast designed for leaders, fundraisers, and advocates in the nonprofit sector who want to create real change. We provide small nonprofit organizations with strategies to enhance their fundraising campaigns, improve nonprofit governance, and implement ethical fundraising practices that resonate with today’s values-driven donors. Hosted by an experienced nonprofit ... more

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Artwork for Small Nonprofit: Fundraising Tips, Leadership Strategies, and Community-Centric Solutions

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What happens when the money your organization needs comes with a muzzle attached? In this bold and necessary conversation, Maria and Caitlin tackle one of the most uncomfortable truths in the nonprofit sector: funders using their fina... more

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What is it like to lead a nonprofit when you’re constantly being told you’re “too much” of one thing and “not enough” of another? On this week’s episode of The Small Nonprofit Podcast, Sharonne Navas shares what it’s been like to navi... more

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The nonprofit sector is facing a “polycrisis”. In this candid conversation, we unpack how simultaneous shocks (policy shifts, funder chill, shrinking donor pools) are reshaping civil society and what small nonprofits can do to adapt. ... more

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If you’re tired of chasing dead-end applications or hearing “we don’t accept unsolicited proposals,” this episode is for you. We dig into how to build a smarter pipeline by prioritizing funders that welcome new grantees. Then we tackl... more

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Recent Guests

Rachel D'Souza
Founder and principal of Gladiator Consulting, expert in community-centric fundraising
Gladiator Consulting
Episode: Nonprofit Leadership and The "PolyCrisis"
DeaRonda Harrison
Grant writing expert working with housing and healthcare nonprofits
Episode: Grant Writing: Getting to YES! with DeaRonda Harrison
Jodene Baker
Vice President of Research, Advocacy and External Relations at Imagine Canada
Imagine Canada
Episode: 4-Day Week: Real Results of Implementing
Christa Stelzmuller
Chief Technology Officer at Charity Water
Charity Water
Episode: Audience Building for Nonprofits
Gustavo Zylberg
Co-founder and CEO of Vitalcy, an AI powered alumni engagement platform.
Vitalcy
Episode: AI in Nonprofits: Re-engaging Your Community
Jonathan Meagher-Zayas
Global educator and nonprofit consultant
Episode: Why DEI Fails in Nonprofits (and How to Do It Right)
Tom Armitage
Runs a program called The Seed at the Guelph Community Health Centre, focusing on improving access to nutritious food.
Guelph Community Health Centre
Episode: Social Enterprise: Earned Revenue for Nonprofits
Veronica LaFemina
Founder and CEO of LaFemina & Co, a strategic advisory firm for nonprofits
LaFemina & Co
Episode: Nonprofit Leadership: Practical Tools to Reduce Burnout
Quilen Blackwell
Founder of Chicago Eco House and Southside Blooms, focused on sustainability and job creation in Chicago's underserved communities.
Chicago Eco House/Southside Blooms
Episode: From $0 to $2M! Scaling Nonprofits & Building Economic Resilience with Quilen Blackwell

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Maria Rio
Expert fundraiser with over a decade of experience in nonprofit consulting, focusing on ethical fundraising practices and community-centric solutions.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 97 ratings
  • Learning a lot

    This podcast is great. I am learning a lot and it is a really enjoyable listen, too!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    snofoam
    United States3 months ago
  • Real talk tho

    I love Maria’s real talk style. This is the kind of podcast where you can come as you are!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Diana FH
    United States2 years ago
  • A podcast for your toolkit

    If you are looking to grow your nonprofit there are major gems shared all throughout this podcast show.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MariahMo
    United States3 years ago
  • Thank you for a wonderful resource!

    Thank you for sharing such tangible action steps for small nonprofit fundraising. Have only listened to a few episodes but the value of knowledge shared is immense and so helpful.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    smccur
    United States3 years ago
  • Love this podcast!

    Cindy and I both serve small nonprofits, and I love how she and her guests break down what’s relevant—and doable—to this audience! When you’re resource-strapped and looking for advice and those who get it, this is the podcast to listen to.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jordana_VoiceforGood
    United States3 years ago

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Audience members frequently recommend it as essential listening for nonprofit professionals.
The podcast is praised as a vital resource for those dedicated to nonprofit sustainability and community impact.
Content is rich with actionable insights tailored for small nonprofit leaders.
Many find the discussions pragmatic and relevant to their everyday challenges in nonprofit work.
Listeners appreciate the host's authenticity and down-to-earth approach.

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Grant Writing: Getting to YES! with DeaRonda Harrison
Q: What are the different kinds of grants and do the approaches vary based on the grant stream?
There are project-based grants, capacity building grants, and general operating grants, each requiring different relationship-building and proposal strategies.
Grant Writing: Getting to YES! with DeaRonda Harrison
Q: How can I get in front of those funders that say, we don't accept unsolicited proposals?
You should focus on funders who are open to new organizations, building relationships with them through thoughtful communication.
4-Day Week: Real Results of Implementing
Q: For executive directors who are thinking, I would love to try this, what would be your recommendation for first steps?
Look into the four-day week global pilot program and start with small changes, like reducing the number of meetings.
4-Day Week: Real Results of Implementing
Q: How did Imagine Canada adopt a four-day work week? Was that easy? Was that hard?
It involved thorough planning and engagement with staff, including blocking off certain days for meetings and assessing workloads before implementation.
How EDs Lead Through a Governance Crisis in Nonprofit
Q: What were some key tactics you used to rebuild trust within the organization?
Nina emphasized the importance of transparency, holding regular staff meetings, and forming a transition board to involve community members in decision-making processes.

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Focused on empowering leaders and advocates in the nonprofit sector, the content provides actionable strategies aimed at enhancing fundraising effectiveness and nonprofit governance. Episodes explore critical topics such as community-centric fundraising, systemic change in governance, and practical measures to prevent burnout within nonprofit teams. The host engages with a variety of experts to offer insights tailored to the unique challenges faced by small nonprofits, making this an invaluable resource for those seeking to navigate fundraising campaigns and build sustainable practices that resonate with values-driven donors.

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2. DeaRonda Harrison
3. Jodene Baker
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5. Gustavo Zylberg
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