Small Nonprofit: Fundraising Tips, Leadership Strategies, and Community-Centric Solutions
Further Together: Fundraising Strategies for Nonprofit Organizations
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 consultant, Maria Rio, this show delves into the unique challenges of nonprofit fundraising and community-centric fundraising, providing tools for donor engagement and major gifts fundraising.👤 Who Should Listen?This podcast is perfect for anyone involved in a small nonprofit seeking practical advice on fundraising strategy, nonprofit leadership, and board accountability. Whether you're looking for innovative fundraising ideas for nonprofit organizations or trying to create an impact measurement framework that demonstrates your organization’s value, Small Nonprofit is here to guide you.🎤 Core Topics We CoverCommunity-Centric Fundraising: Learn how ethical fundraising practices can strengthen donor relationships, enhance donor engagement, and align your organization with values-based major giving principles. We’ll help you shift from a donor-centric model to one that prioritizes the community.Systemic Change and Governance: From participatory budgeting to nonprofit board of directors best practices, we explore how to navigate the nonprofit industrial complex and embrace structures that foster diversity in nonprofit leadership and board accountability.Preventing Nonprofit Burnout: Tackle topics such as nonprofit burnout prevention and learn how to cultivate a healthy, anti-oppressive work culture that supports your team’s well-being.Nonprofit Storytelling: Understand how to measure your nonprofit’s effectiveness through nonprofit impact measurement strategies and leverage nonprofit storytelling to create compelling narratives that attract donors.📣 Engaging Conversations and Real-World AdviceIn each episode, we bring you insights from experts in fundraising consulting, nonprofit grant writing, and capital campaign strategies. From interviews with fractional fundraisers and major gift officers to deep dives on fundraising tips and innovative fundraising ideas, we offer actionable advice that you can implement immediately to strengthen your organization’s impact.💰 Learn How to Build a Sustainable NonprofitEvery nonprofit leader faces the challenge of achieving financial sustainability. Our episodes address critical fundraising strategies for nonprofit organizations, providing insights on volunteer management, capacity building, and nonprofit marketing strategy. Gain access to tools that help you execute successful fundraising campaigns and build a foundation for long-term growth.🤝 Join the Movement for Systemic ChangeAt The Small Nonprofit, we’re committed to transforming the nonprofit sector from the ground up. Our focus on systemic change and community-centric fundraising aligns with our mission to support nonprofits in creating equitable, sustainable communities. By addressing topics like values-based decision making and nonprofit transparency, we’re working to build a more ethical, inclusive sector.❤️ Stay ConnectedSubscribe to Small Nonprofit on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or your preferred podcast platform. Don’t miss an episode as we explore everything from fundraising tips to nonprofit social media strategy, and learn how you can become a stronger advocate for your organization’s mission.
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Nov 19, 2018 • 42min
Anti-Oppression: Process not Principle with Adil Dhalla
Taking an anti-oppression framework and putting into practice is a process, and often times a difficult one. Join our conversation with Adil Dhalla, Executive Director of the Centre for Social Innovation Toronto, on his personal journey to understand and implement an anti-oppression practice. His honest, vulnerable and reflective insights provide an excellent case study in how to move forward, understanding that anti-oppression is a journey as much as a destination.Liked this episode? Have an idea? Send us a text HERE :)Support the show
Nov 12, 2018 • 53min
The Fundamentals of Anti-Oppression with Rania El Mugammar
Go beyond the buzzwords to build a foundational understanding of an anti-oppression framework and how it applies to your organization and its mission. In this episode with Rania El Mugammar, an anti-oppression educator, learn how to understand power dynamics, oppression and liberation. Get familiar with the language of social justice and look at models for creating more equitable communities and organizations. In our conversation, we examine concepts of intersectionality, positionality, privilege and oppression. Help your organization reach its equity, inclusion and anti-oppression goals in policy, process and practice.Liked this episode? Have an idea? Send us a text HERE :)Support the show
Nov 5, 2018 • 42min
The Post-Millennial Workforce with Mary Barroll
We all know how millennials have impacted the workforce, but a new generation is emerging! Gen Z is now entering the workforce and they are poised to have a very different impact than the generation before them. Join our conversation with Mary Barroll, President of TalentEgg, to learn how to find and hire Gen Z interns and employees and how to keep them engaged in their jobs. We discuss: how insights about their work ethic and motivations can help your small charity, what's important and meaningful work for them and how you can find, recruit and retain them.Liked this episode? Have an idea? Send us a text HERE :)Support the show
Oct 29, 2018 • 43min
Board Effectiveness Made Easy with Matt Fullbrook
Board governance and effectiveness lies at the heart of charities. We love our boards, but working with them can be very challenging. Matt Fullbrook from the Clarkson Centre for Board Governance walks us through some easy but impactful steps to take to re-focus your board and repair or optimize your relationship with your board members. Whether your board is highly functional or the cause of your grey hairs, Matt has tips and tools to get the most out of your board and make sure they are getting the most out of volunteering for your organization.Liked this episode? Have an idea? Send us a text HERE :)Support the show
Oct 22, 2018 • 59min
Digital Marketing DIY with Avery Swartz
Ever wonder where to focus your digital marketing efforts? Or even what digital marketing means? Then, once you know what you *should* be doing, you actually have to get it done. Avery Swartz, founder of Camp Tech, walks us through digital marketing and what you should be doing for your organization. Liked this episode? Have an idea? Send us a text HERE :)Support the show
Oct 18, 2018 • 16min
BONUS - announcing the new pension plan for the nonprofit sector in Ontario
In this quick bonus episode, learn more about the new nonprofit sector pension plan available to organizations in Ontario. This is a great initiative that helps promote employee retention and position sector employees for a better and more secure retirement. Liked this episode? Have an idea? Send us a text HERE :)Support the show
Oct 15, 2018 • 37min
Managing Volunteers in Small Organizations with Camara Chambers
Volunteers are critical to small organizations, but managing them often requires a lot of resources that we don't plan for. Camara Chambers, Executive Director of Volunteer Toronto helps break down the ins and outs of managing volunteers to make sure they are adding as much value as possible to your work and impact.Liked this episode? Have an idea? Send us a text HERE :)Support the show
Oct 7, 2018 • 39min
The Legal Mistakes Your Small Charity is Making and How to Fix Them with Mark Blumberg
Legal problems are something that all organizations face and the rules around them aren’t always clear. So how can we make sure we’re not only compliant, but doing it right the first time? Today we’re talking with Mark Blumberg, a thought-leader in the non-profit legal space, about legal best-practices and how to avoid mistakes.Liked this episode? Have an idea? Send us a text HERE :)Support the show
Sep 30, 2018 • 38min
Corporate Fundraising Building Blocks with Heather Nelson
We hear all the time about corporate fundraising as an ~easy~ solution to all of our funding needs and we see a lot of organizations not do it quite right. Not sure how exactly to get started? We are joined this week by Heather Nelson, an incredible thought leader in the corporate fundraising space, who shares guidelines for creating that valuable partnership with corporations and businesses. In this episode, you’re going to learn:How to have the right conversation with the right person at the company or businessHow to build a successful corporate fundraising programAdvice on building and maintaining your relationship throughout the yearWhat your opportunities are in big or small businessesThe strategies you need to help turn employee engagement into financial supportCommon pitfalls and how to avoid themThrough exploring the relationship nature and the bottom line of corporations, Heather deep dives into what you can do to ensure that your partnership is one that is sustainable and lasts. That win-win partnership starts with a conversation. Get prepared by checking out a special page filled with amazing resources like a template agenda, a flowchart of the terminology you need to use and understand, and sample questions you can ask! Visit www.bridgeraise.com/smallnonprofit!Have a question that didn’t get answered in the episode? Need a cheerleader to help motivate you? Feel free to email Heather directly at heather@bridgeraise.com. We also love her partnership plan which you can find on her website [bridgeraise.com] along with more valuable resources!Liked this episode? Have an idea? Send us a text HERE :)Support the show
Sep 23, 2018 • 39min
Measure what counts - charity financials with Gordon Holley
If you think of your small nonprofit's financials as a chore more than an opportunity, this episode is for you. Gordon explores some best practices around finances that will help you have more meaningful conversations with funders. Plus, avoid some common pitfalls that can put all your hard work at risk.Liked this episode? Have an idea? Send us a text HERE :)Support the show
