

Nonprofit Everything
Andy Schuricht and Stacey Wedding
Welcome to Nonprofit Everything, a bi-weekly Q&A podcast about everything nonprofit.
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Aug 2, 2023 • 41min
What Should Nonprofits Know About AI?
In this episode, Stacey interviews nonprofit guru Beth Kanter about the impact of AI on organizations. They discuss the benefits of AI, the risks and pitfalls of relying on AI-driven systems, and the importance of reskilling staff. They also address the issue of biased data in AI and emphasize the need for creativity, empathy, and a human-centered approach when implementing AI in nonprofits.

Jul 20, 2023 • 34min
Freshening Up a Mature Organization’s Story
Back again? Hello, it's the Nonprofit Everything Podcast! This week Stacey has some thoughts about how to keep a fifty-year-old nonprofit's story fresh. Also, we chat about consent agendas and what they're used for, and Andy gets philosophical about synchronizing gifts in the donor management system and the accounting system. Thanks for joining us this week, and be sure to send your questions to questions@nonprofiteverything.com.

Jul 5, 2023 • 32min
Applying for two grants for the same program?
It's the Nonprofit Everything Podcast again! This week, we hear from a five-year-old nonprofit that is just realizing they may have bitten off more than they could chew! Sound familiar? Also, what happens when we completely distrust the previous finance person's numbers? Andy and Stacey have some thoughts. And finally, are we allowed to apply for multiple grants to cover the exact same program? (Quick, can you answer this one faster than we can?)

Jun 21, 2023 • 28min
Should the Board Chair Apply for the ED Position?
Summertime doesn't appear to be the time for Stacey and Andy to relax. Instead, we've got big questions to answer! Do nonprofits make common management mistakes? Maybe – Stacey and Andy certainly have opinions. Also, would it ever be a good idea for a board strategic planning retreat to specifically exclude the executive director. More opinions there for sure. And finally, should the board strategic planning retreat specifically exclude the executive director? (Guess what our answer is... we'll wait.)

Jun 7, 2023 • 33min
Responding To A Racist Comment with Guest Expert Mary Beth Hartleb
Stacey and Andy circled the wagons and brought in guest expert Mary Beth Hartleb. Mary Beth is the CEO and Founder of Prism HR Consulting, and provided some much-needed advice for a tough question this week: Should I respond to or report a racist comment from a coworker?
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May 24, 2023 • 29min
Fundraising from Friends and Family
Hi! It's the Nonprofit Everything Podcast calling! This week, Stacey has some thoughts about why your friends might be ghosting you when you're asking them for a contribution. Is your finance committee asking inappropriate questions? Andy can help. And finally, how quickly should you fire someone who engages in unethical behavior at your nonprofit? We've definitely got ideas on that. Join us this week, and don't forget to send us your nonprofit questions for next week!

May 10, 2023 • 32min
Capital Campaigns
This week, co-hosts Andy Schuricht and Stacey Wedding have some juicy topics for you: How to say yes to an honorarium without saying no to your nonprofit’s values, how to ace your first capital campaign without breaking a sweat, and how Andy and Stacey got into the nonprofit world and what they wish they knew then. We’ll also spill some tea and drop some gems from our own nonprofit adventures. Whether you’re a newbie or a pro in the sector, we guarantee you’ll learn something new and have some fun with us. So don’t touch that dial, stay tuned for Nonprofit Everything! (Today’s blurb was written by an AI, who’s definitely not coming for your nonprofit job.)

Apr 26, 2023 • 39min
Board and Staff Don’t Trust Each Other
Is it possible to get volunteers to pay you for the privilege of volunteering? Stacey has some opinions! Also this week, we tackle a really ugly scenario where the board and staff don't trust each other, and Andy gets to completely geek out on negotiating indirect cost rates on federal grant agreements. If that's not your cup of tea, it was a really windy day when we were recording this, so if the questions aren't interesting at least you can enjoy the manic windchimes in the background.

Apr 12, 2023 • 36min
Social Media Influencer Campaigns – with Guest Expert Nick Lynch
There's just one question this week, and it's a fascinating one! What do nonprofits need to know about social media influencer campaigns? We asked Guest Expert Nick Lynch, CEO of Collidescope.io and got an incredibly complete answer.

Mar 29, 2023 • 37min
Should I Get an Advanced Degree in Nonprofit Management?
It's a four-question episode! This week, Andy shares the secret to developing an good nonprofit investment policy, and Stacey has some thoughts on how to keep a partnership from going wrong. Also, we talk about how to get verbal messages to stick with donors, and tackle one potentially expensive question: Is it worth it to get a graduate degree in nonprofit management? (And before you listen to the episode, try to guess what Andy and Stacey will say...) Thanks for joining us!