We Are For Good Podcast - The Podcast for Nonprofits

OverviewWelcome back to our new Friday Series called The Habits of an Impactful Fundraiser. We're kicking off the discussion by bringing in one of our experts, Sabrina Walker Hernandez with Supporting World Hope who's talking about Habits of an Impactful Board Member. We're bringing tips and examples of who's doing it well.👊Special GuestSabrina Walker Hernandez, President and CEO, Supporting World HopeEpisode HighlightsTone setting (2:30)What is the bigger, better question that we should be asking with our boards (5:20)3 habits of a CEO to support an impactful board (7:45)3 habits of an impactful board chair (9:20)How CEOs can communicate with the board chair and with the board as a whole (11:45)Habits of a good board member (17:45)KPI’s that matter and don’t matter to a board member (20:25)A piece of advice for how to be a good board member and also take care of yourself (25:45)A board member in Sabrina’s life who embodied these habits and principles (26:50)For more information and episode details visit: www.weareforgood.com/episode/323.About our Sponsor Neon OneTechnology alone can’t solve the challenges nonprofits face. That’s why Neon One provides software that empowers you to manage constituents all while giving you the resources and support you need to connect to what matters most - your people and their passions. Learn more about how Neon One is helping nonprofits create stronger connections by visiting neonone.com/weareforgood.About our Sponsor VirtuousYou know we believe Everyone Matters - and we’ve witnessed the greatest philanthropic movements happen when you both SEE and activate donors at every level, and Virtuous is the platform to help you do just that. It’s so much more than a nonprofit CRM. Virtuous helps charities reimagine generosity through responsive fundraising, volunteer management, and online giving,  and we love it because this approach builds trust and loyalty through personalizedThank you to our partners 🩵Big gratitude to Givebutter, RKD Group, DonorDock, Feathr, Whiteboard and Sowen for their partnership in growing the Impact Uprising. If you’re searching for a new CRM, tech tool, brand partner, direct mail partner, or impact strategist— we’d love for you to start with our trusted recs. We’ve vetted them so you don’t have to. Head to weareforgood.com/recs to learn more.Support the showBecome a Member and Get All-Access to Everything We Are For Good!Experience the Impact Uprising Membership by We Are For Good: an ecosystem to learn, connect + grow in the power of a value-aligned community. Members gather monthly with Jon + Becky at exclusive members-only meetups + get video access to all new podcast episodes in an ad-free experience + so much more! Learn more + join us at weareforgood.com.Say hi👇LinkedIn / Instagram / Facebook / YouTube / Twitter

Meet Farra. This Co-Director and Member-Owner at Big Duck (oh you know we're going to talk about what those titles mean!), is a tireless advocate of inclusive branding and bringing your board into the branding discussion. In today’s digital world, we're chatting about the importance of branding for  mission-driven organizations (and where to start!), how to ensure DEI is baked into the brand, and why branding is a team sport.  💡LearnWeaving inclusivity & DEI into your brandHow often should orgs rebrand?How should I brand during a big anniversary for my org?Collaboration between Development + Communication teamsYour board's role in branding (yes, they have a purpose!)Today’s GuestFarra Trompeter, Co-Director and Member-Owner, Big DuckEpisode HighlightsFarra’s story and journey to where she is today (3:25)Branding for nonprofits (9:40)Key steps to developing and applying your brand personality (12:55)Creating inclusive branding (17:00)Big Duck’s shared leadership model (19:40)Nonprofit board’s role in Marketing and Communications (22:25)How often should nonprofits be rebranding? (27:20)Should we change the name of our organization? (29:30)We have an anniversary coming up - now what? (33:20)Collaboration between Development + Communications Teams (35:00)A powerful story of philanthropy in Farra’s life (38:20)Farra’s One Good Thing: “Don't dream it, be it." - The Rocky Horror Picture Show (40:50)For more information and episode details visit: www.weareforgood.com/episode/322About our Sponsor Neon OneTechnology alone can’t solve the challenges nonprofits face. That’s why Neon One provides software that empowers you to manage constituents all while giving you the resources and support you need to connect to what matters most - your people and their passions. Learn more about how Neon One is helping nonprofits create stronger connections by visiting neonone.com/weareforgood.About our Sponsor VirtuousYou know weThank you to our partners 🩵Big gratitude to Givebutter, RKD Group, DonorDock, Feathr, Whiteboard and Sowen for their partnership in growing the Impact Uprising. If you’re searching for a new CRM, tech tool, brand partner, direct mail partner, or impact strategist— we’d love for you to start with our trusted recs. We’ve vetted them so you don’t have to. Head to weareforgood.com/recs to learn more.Support the showBecome a Member and Get All-Access to Everything We Are For Good!Experience the Impact Uprising Membership by We Are For Good: an ecosystem to learn, connect + grow in the power of a value-aligned community. Members gather monthly with Jon + Becky at exclusive members-only meetups + get video access to all new podcast episodes in an ad-free experience + so much more! Learn more + join us at weareforgood.com.Say hi👇LinkedIn / Instagram / Facebook / YouTube / Twitter

OverviewMeet Jens. This serial entrepreneur (and founder of Coinstar!) believes deeply in pulling together all sectors for impact. In fact, by adopting a tri-sector mindset, we're able to identify opportunities to innovate and solve problems by aligning resources and interests from private enterprise (businesses), the public sector (government), and social sectors (nonprofits). It's not a theory. He's already proving it at New Impact, and he's brought the playbook for nonprofits to lean into. Lucky you!🎉 💡LearnDefining the Tri-Sector and Whole of Society ApproachHow innovators & business model creators united profit & purposeExploring tri-sector case studiesHow nonprofits can apply these ideas todayToday’s GuestJens Molbak, Founder, New Impact + Founder and Former CEO, CoinstarEpisode HighlightsJen’s story (3:05)The story of Coinstar (5:55)Tri-sector model (11:10)Mindsets that need to shift today (16:00)An example of partnering across sectors (21:15)Mindset shifts needed (22:00)The reason New Impact exists and resources available  (33:10)Creating a database of impact organizations across all sectors (35:45)Meaningful moments of philanthropy in Jens’ life (39:25)Jen’s One Good Thing: How can you repurpose existing resources (45:00)For more information and episode details visit: www.weareforgood.com/episode/321About Our Sponsor Slingshot GroupOur friends over at Slingshot Group partner with nonprofits to recruit and hire great leaders, build remarkable teams, and unleash your mission’s potential.You know we talk often about how much your organization’s culture matters especially today -  in being not just being a place that attracts talent - but also becomes a magnet to connect donors to your mission. Slingshot Group is the organization we trust to help you do just that. It’s so much more than a staffing and executive search firm. Slingshot Group goes deep and gets to know your culture so they can help you find the leaders and staff who will help take your mission to the next level.Sound like Slingshot Group mightThank you to our partners 🩵Big gratitude to Givebutter, RKD Group, DonorDock, Feathr, Whiteboard and Sowen for their partnership in growing the Impact Uprising. If you’re searching for a new CRM, tech tool, brand partner, direct mail partner, or impact strategist— we’d love for you to start with our trusted recs. We’ve vetted them so you don’t have to. Head to weareforgood.com/recs to learn more.Support the showBecome a Member and Get All-Access to Everything We Are For Good!Experience the Impact Uprising Membership by We Are For Good: an ecosystem to learn, connect + grow in the power of a value-aligned community. Members gather monthly with Jon + Becky at exclusive members-only meetups + get video access to all new podcast episodes in an ad-free experience + so much more! Learn more + join us at weareforgood.com.Say hi👇LinkedIn / Instagram / Facebook / YouTube / Twitter

This Friday we're launching a new Friday Series called The Habits of an Impactful Fundraiser. We're starting by tearing down the old models of professional development and rewiring our brains to embrace learning differently and openly. We're bringing tips and examples of who's doing it well. 🎉Episode HighlightsSeries Tone Setting (2:00)Where to start: think about playing in a different sandbox. (4:00)Your development will be defined by you alone (5:00)The importance of developing your soft skills (11:00)How to ask your boss for professional development budget (15:00)Topics we will be unpacking throughout this series (20:00)Dive in deeper with We Are For Good PRO Join the We Are For Good CommunityFor more information and episode details visit: www.weareforgood.com/episode/320About our Sponsor Neon OneTechnology alone can’t solve the challenges nonprofits face. That’s why Neon One provides software that empowers you to manage constituents all while giving you the resources and support you need to connect to what matters most - your people and their passions. Learn more about how Neon One is helping nonprofits create stronger connections by visiting neonone.com/weareforgood.About our Sponsor VirtuousYou know we believe Everyone Matters - and we’ve witnessed the greatest philanthropic movements happen when you both SEE and activate donors at every level, and Virtuous is the platform to help you do just that. It’s so much more than a nonprofit CRM. Virtuous helps charities reimagine generosity through responsive fundraising, volunteer management, and online giving,  and we love it because this approach builds trust and loyalty through personalized engagement.Sound like Virtuous might be a fit for your organization? Learn more today at virtuous.org.Thank you to our partners 🩵Big gratitude to Givebutter, RKD Group, DonorDock, Feathr, Whiteboard and Sowen for their partnership in growing the Impact Uprising. If you’re searching for a new CRM, tech tool, brand partner, direct mail partner, or impact strategist— we’d love for you to start with our trusted recs. We’ve vetted them so you don’t have to. Head to weareforgood.com/recs to learn more.Support the showBecome a Member and Get All-Access to Everything We Are For Good!Experience the Impact Uprising Membership by We Are For Good: an ecosystem to learn, connect + grow in the power of a value-aligned community. Members gather monthly with Jon + Becky at exclusive members-only meetups + get video access to all new podcast episodes in an ad-free experience + so much more! Learn more + join us at weareforgood.com.Say hi👇LinkedIn / Instagram / Facebook / YouTube / Twitter

OverviewMeet Monica. This internationally renowned soprano believes in the power of the arts to gather, unify & awaken positive change. She's the co-founder of Sing for Hope, a leading nonprofit that brings arts outreach programs to communities in need and presents initiatives that make the arts accessible to all. We're talking about scaling up a nonprofit and using your platform for good. This operatic superstar-for-good absolutely exceeded our Ungettable Get expectations!💡LearnScaling a nonprofit from the ground upHow to approach partnerships with corporations & municipalitiesFlexing your platform for goodThe mission story of Sing for HopeToday’s GuestMonica Yunus Co-Founder and Co-Executive Director, Sing for HopeEpisode HighlightsMonica’s story (5:00)Overview of Sing for Hope (8:30)Sing for Hope’s programs (16:00)Scaling a nonprofit (27:15)Monica’s advice for those looking to start a nonprofit (29:45)Creating magical partnerships (33:10)Using your gifts and showing up authentically (37:00)A powerful moment of philanthropy in Monica’s life (41:00)Monica’s One Good Thing: Be good to yourself. (49:00)For more information and episode details visit: www.weareforgood.com/episode/319About our Sponsor Neon OneTechnology alone can’t solve the challenges nonprofits face. That’s why Neon One provides software that empowers you to manage constituents all while giving you the resources and support you need to connect to what matters most - your people and their passions. Learn more about how Neon One is helping nonprofits create stronger connections by visiting neonone.com/weareforgood.About our Sponsor VirtuousYou know we believe Everyone Matters - and we’ve witnessed the greatest philanthropic movements happen when you both SEE and activate donors at every level, and Virtuous is the platform to help yThank you to our partners 🩵Big gratitude to Givebutter, RKD Group, DonorDock, Feathr, Whiteboard and Sowen for their partnership in growing the Impact Uprising. If you’re searching for a new CRM, tech tool, brand partner, direct mail partner, or impact strategist— we’d love for you to start with our trusted recs. We’ve vetted them so you don’t have to. Head to weareforgood.com/recs to learn more.Support the showBecome a Member and Get All-Access to Everything We Are For Good!Experience the Impact Uprising Membership by We Are For Good: an ecosystem to learn, connect + grow in the power of a value-aligned community. Members gather monthly with Jon + Becky at exclusive members-only meetups + get video access to all new podcast episodes in an ad-free experience + so much more! Learn more + join us at weareforgood.com.Say hi👇LinkedIn / Instagram / Facebook / YouTube / Twitter

OverviewMeet Alison. This fascinating media exec turned nonprofit disruptor is channeling her moxie for creative storytelling, business ops and multi-channel strategy into a joyful movement that’s democratizing philanthropy (insert heel kick!) As CEO of Comic Relief US - the 💥 behind Red Nose Day - she’s unpacking the playbook for convening meaningful partnerships, building + scaling grassroots campaigns and taking it outside the walls through multi-channel engagement. Tune in for the bold insights and stay for the full display of red-nose-wearing evolved leadership. Today’s GuestAlison Moore, CEO, Comic Relief USEpisode HighlightsAlison’s story and journey to where she is today (5:15)Overview of Comic Relief USA (14:10)Founding of Red Nose Day in the UK (15:00)Bringing Red Nose Day to the US (16:30)Their approach to fundraising (23:25)Millennials and philanthropy today (25:15)How to spark engagement (27:25)Innovation + Collaboration to Deepen Impact (34:55)A powerful moment of philanthropy (39:30)Alison’s One Good Thing: Focus on Curiosity. (42:15)For more information and episode details visit: www.weareforgood.com/episode/318About our Sponsor Neon OneTechnology alone can’t solve the challenges nonprofits face. That’s why Neon One provides software that empowers you to manage constituents all while giving you the resources and support you need to connect to what matters most - your people and their passions. Learn more about how Neon One is helping nonprofits create stronger connections by visiting neonone.com/weareforgood.About our Sponsor VirtuousYou know we believe Everyone Matters - and we’ve witnessed the greatest philanthropic movements happen when you both SEE and activate donors at every level, and Virtuous is the platform to help you do just that. It’s so much more than a nonprofit CRM. Virtuous helps charities reimagine generosity through responsive fundraising, volunteer management, and online giving,  and we love it because this approach builds trust and loyalThank you to our partners 🩵Big gratitude to Givebutter, RKD Group, DonorDock, Feathr, Whiteboard and Sowen for their partnership in growing the Impact Uprising. If you’re searching for a new CRM, tech tool, brand partner, direct mail partner, or impact strategist— we’d love for you to start with our trusted recs. We’ve vetted them so you don’t have to. Head to weareforgood.com/recs to learn more.Support the showBecome a Member and Get All-Access to Everything We Are For Good!Experience the Impact Uprising Membership by We Are For Good: an ecosystem to learn, connect + grow in the power of a value-aligned community. Members gather monthly with Jon + Becky at exclusive members-only meetups + get video access to all new podcast episodes in an ad-free experience + so much more! Learn more + join us at weareforgood.com.Say hi👇LinkedIn / Instagram / Facebook / YouTube / Twitter

We're sharing a two-year birthday retrospect covering the Top 9️⃣ Revelations we've learned these past two years on the podcast. And we're bringing your voices onto the podcast about what this community has meant to you and how it's helped you better serve your mission. Check out Becky's blog post about her observations, and add your voice to the conversation in the Community. These revelations are only the beginning of what we're co-creating in this Impact Uprising✌️ Episode Highlights9 Revelations from 2 Years of Podcasting (10:00)1. Digital Community is the Future (11:00)2. Storytelling is the most powerful tool in the nonprofit arsenal. (12:30)3. Partnerships are evolving in new, exciting ways. (14:00)4. Your nonprofit friends are not ok right now. (18:00)5. People need a break from the world’s heaviness to hear a story that’s good. (22:00)6. Nonprofits investing in professional development and marketing are winning right now. (25:00)7. Nonprofit leaders must evolve quickly and humanly. (27:00)8. We must commit to thinking differently. (28:30)9. Just be nice. (29:00)Community really is everything (31:00)Join the We Are For Good CommunityDive in with We Are For Good PROLeave us a voicemail! (We would love to hear from you!)For more information and episode details visit: www.weareforgood.com/episode/317About our Sponsor Neon OneTechnology alone can’t solve the challenges nonprofits face. That’s why Neon One provides software that empowers you to manage constituents all while giving you the resources and support you need to connect to what matters most - your people and their passions. Learn more about how Neon One is helping nonprofits create stronger connections by visiting neonone.com/weareforgood.About our Sponsor VirtuousYou know we believe Everyone Matters - and we’ve witnessed tThank you to our partners 🩵Big gratitude to Givebutter, RKD Group, DonorDock, Feathr, Whiteboard and Sowen for their partnership in growing the Impact Uprising. If you’re searching for a new CRM, tech tool, brand partner, direct mail partner, or impact strategist— we’d love for you to start with our trusted recs. We’ve vetted them so you don’t have to. Head to weareforgood.com/recs to learn more.Support the showBecome a Member and Get All-Access to Everything We Are For Good!Experience the Impact Uprising Membership by We Are For Good: an ecosystem to learn, connect + grow in the power of a value-aligned community. Members gather monthly with Jon + Becky at exclusive members-only meetups + get video access to all new podcast episodes in an ad-free experience + so much more! Learn more + join us at weareforgood.com.Say hi👇LinkedIn / Instagram / Facebook / YouTube / Twitter

Meet Sarah. This Peace Corp alumna is an expert in entertainment strategy and engagement with extensive philanthropic experience working with many of the world’s leading global celebrities. And yet, there is nothing Hollywood about her love for doing good and the unique ways she unites celebrity and philanthropy. Tune in and understand the opportunity that exists for your mission🎧 💡LearnThe role of celebrity in philanthropyCore pillars of a successful campaign or event when working with a celebrity, influencer or corporationOpportunities that exist for nonprofits to partner with celebritiesThe mission story of The Artemis AgencyToday’s GuestSarah Adolphson, Co-CEO, The Artemis AgencyEpisode HighlightsSarah’s story and journey to where she is today (4:50)Overview of Artemis Agency (7:45)The role of celebrity in philanthropy + Opportunity for nonprofits today (12:00)How Sarah has witnessed philanthropy change throughout her career (17:00)Examples of successful campaigns (21:25)What creates a magical partnership (26:30)Moving into the new year + how nonprofits can challenge themselves next year (31:15)A powerful moment of philanthropy (33:40)Sarah’s One Good Thing: Be kind. (36:55)For more information and episode details visit: www.weareforgood.com/episode/316About our Sponsor FeathrNonprofits of all shapes and sizes turn to Feathr to grow their campaigns with targeted digital ad tools that reach people, whenever and wherever they are online. And they just happen to be some really incredible people too. Use Feathr to grow your end of year fundraisers.  Learn more about their solutions for nonprofits at feathr.co.About our Sponsor Neon OneTechnology alone can’t solve the challenges nonprofits face. That’s why Neon One provides software that empowers you to manage constituents all while giving you the resources and support you need to connect to what matters most - your people and their passions. Learn more about how Neon One is helping nonprofits create stronger connections by visiting Thank you to our partners 🩵Big gratitude to Givebutter, RKD Group, DonorDock, Feathr, Whiteboard and Sowen for their partnership in growing the Impact Uprising. If you’re searching for a new CRM, tech tool, brand partner, direct mail partner, or impact strategist— we’d love for you to start with our trusted recs. We’ve vetted them so you don’t have to. Head to weareforgood.com/recs to learn more.Support the showBecome a Member and Get All-Access to Everything We Are For Good!Experience the Impact Uprising Membership by We Are For Good: an ecosystem to learn, connect + grow in the power of a value-aligned community. Members gather monthly with Jon + Becky at exclusive members-only meetups + get video access to all new podcast episodes in an ad-free experience + so much more! Learn more + join us at weareforgood.com.Say hi👇LinkedIn / Instagram / Facebook / YouTube / Twitter

OverviewMeet Matthew. As The *DRG's resident Unicorn, he believes in embracing organizational change through novel ideas. This internationally recognized storyteller has led teams in the production of award-winning events, communications, and donor engagement efforts (tune in for a fascinating case study!) . We're chatting about how to evolve our teams, embracing streamlined processes and pitching creative engagement opportunities.💡LearnHow organizations can reimagine internal collaboration and innovationCase Study: Colorado State University Foundation's event & engagement realignment Incorporating data and metrics into the event planning processUnlocking your unique gifts - straight from the sector's other Unicorn*Donor Relations Guru is now renamed The DRG Group. So proud of you for this brave move, friends. Check out the announcement here.Today’s Guest​Matthew Helmer, Consultant and Strategist, DRG GroupEpisode HighlightsMatthew’s story and journey to where he is today (3:00)Experiencing organizational change at Colorado State University (9:00)Centralized event management in higher education (12:00)Creating meaningful events and experiences (19:00)An example of bringing these philosophies to life (25:00)Releasing the inner unicorn in all of us (39:00)A powerful moment of philanthropy in Matthew’s life (44:00)Matthew’s One Good Thing: Gratitude. (49:00)How to connect with Matthew (51:00)For more information and episode details visit: www.weareforgood.com/episode/315About our Sponsor Neon OneTechnology alone can’t solve the challenges nonprofits face. That’s why Neon One provides software that empowers you to manage constituents all while giving you the resources and support you need to connect to what matters most - your people and their passions. Learn more about how Neon One is helping nonprofits create stronger connections by visiting neonone.com/weareforgood.Thank you to our partners 🩵Big gratitude to Givebutter, RKD Group, DonorDock, Feathr, Whiteboard and Sowen for their partnership in growing the Impact Uprising. If you’re searching for a new CRM, tech tool, brand partner, direct mail partner, or impact strategist— we’d love for you to start with our trusted recs. We’ve vetted them so you don’t have to. Head to weareforgood.com/recs to learn more.Support the showBecome a Member and Get All-Access to Everything We Are For Good!Experience the Impact Uprising Membership by We Are For Good: an ecosystem to learn, connect + grow in the power of a value-aligned community. Members gather monthly with Jon + Becky at exclusive members-only meetups + get video access to all new podcast episodes in an ad-free experience + so much more! Learn more + join us at weareforgood.com.Say hi👇LinkedIn / Instagram / Facebook / YouTube / Twitter

We're completing part deux of our Friday #AMA series focusing on helping small shops with a focus this week on determining when it's time to stay or go at your current nonprofit. Posed by our small shop queen, Rachel Bearbower, addressed the elephant in the room that many COVID survivors are feeling right now. Do I stick it out or move on? We'll talk through some questions to ask yourself, address compassion fatigue/burnout, and how to socialize an upcoming transition. Come hang with us!Episode OverviewLeave us a voicemail! (2:00)Rachel Bearbower’s questions: “When the founder is ending their tenure with their organization and they don't quite realize that it's time for them to move on. What do they do?” and “If you are an ED and it's time to go and you're ready to go. What are some of the steps that you should be taking?” (2:40)Many of us are in an existential place asking questions (3:35)Questions to ask yourself as a leader (7:20)Differences between burnout versus compassion fatigue (13:05)Aila Malik’s four practical questions for leaders to ask themselves today (17:05)What is my core belief?How strongly do I believe in this mission? What needs to be true in my workplace to become an evangelist about this? How are you lifting others that you can pass the torch to?Dr. Ryan Bisel’s Hallmarks of Great Leadership (18:55)Focus on meaningTake building trust seriouslyBe approachable, vulnerable + relatableBuild community amongst your team Develop two-sided messages Ensuring a smooth transition for the organization and for yourself (21:05)Consider sharing values and culture with your predecessor (25:25)For more information and episode details visit: www.weareforgood.com/episode/314About our Sponsor FeathrNonprofits of all shapes and sizes turn to Feathr to grow their campaigns with targeted digital ad tools that reach people, whenever and wherever they are online. And they just happen to be some really incredible people tooThank you to our partners 🩵Big gratitude to Givebutter, RKD Group, DonorDock, Feathr, Whiteboard and Sowen for their partnership in growing the Impact Uprising. If you’re searching for a new CRM, tech tool, brand partner, direct mail partner, or impact strategist— we’d love for you to start with our trusted recs. We’ve vetted them so you don’t have to. Head to weareforgood.com/recs to learn more.Support the showBecome a Member and Get All-Access to Everything We Are For Good!Experience the Impact Uprising Membership by We Are For Good: an ecosystem to learn, connect + grow in the power of a value-aligned community. Members gather monthly with Jon + Becky at exclusive members-only meetups + get video access to all new podcast episodes in an ad-free experience + so much more! Learn more + join us at weareforgood.com.Say hi👇LinkedIn / Instagram / Facebook / YouTube / Twitter