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Nonprofit Mission: Impact is the podcast for nonprofit leaders who want to build a better world without becoming a martyr to the cause. Interviews of nonprofit experts explore how to make your organization more effective and aligned for greater mission impact. Hosted by Carol Hamilton, principal, Grace Social Sector Consulting, inclusive nonprofit strategic planning and evaluation design consultant.
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In every community, nonprofits compete within a narrow band of funders. Many struggle to stand out and make their case the most compelling. What difference allows your nonprofit to reach fundraising goals and achieve financial sustainability? In each episode, an expert addresses what makes the difference for major investments, feasibility studies, campaigns, and effective organizations.
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The conversational-style podcast focuses on interviews and discussions with nonprofit thought leaders for all levels of nonprofit engagement and interests. Our shows are relevant for everyone from Board Members and CEOs to program and fundraising staff. Our first 40 episodes, focused on wellness—how nonprofit leaders balance personal and professional commitments while navigating the demands of the sector. Now, in Season 5 - 9, we’re taking it a step further. The next four seasons, we’re divi ...
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Launch and grow your nonprofit with confidence! The Nonprofit Launch Plan Podcast for Startup, Small, and Growing Nonprofits is your weekly resource for nonprofit startup advice, nonprofit growth strategies, and practical tips for nonprofit leadership. Whether you're dreaming of starting a nonprofit organization, navigating the challenges of a new role, or looking to scale your impact, this podcast provides actionable insights. Learn nonprofit best practices based around the 6 critical eleme ...
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This show connects with other passionate creators who are looking for a way out of their dead-end careers and doesn't know they can create a new career in the world of nonprofit entrepreneurship OR have the strong urge to start a nonprofit but don't know where to start. This show will teach you all the fundamentals you need to know about nonprofits and how you can shift gears toward a fulfilling and profitable career and business as your own boss making a REAL societal impact.
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Generosity and innovation are fueling exponential progress in addressing the most complex and intractable problems we face today. Growing at a commensurate pace is the drive to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of donors, the advisors who support them and nonprofits in creating the impact they envision. Giving with Impact is a podcast created by DAFgiving360 and Stanford Social Innovation Review to engage the philanthropic sector in an ongoing discussion around maximizing charitable ...
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Our blog and podcast offer print and marketing industry insights based on our 30+ years of experience. Located in Burlington, New Jersey, we provide a full range of print and marketing services including Graphic Design, Website Design & Managed Hosting, Content Writing, Political Marketing, Offset and Digital Printing, Custom Apparel, Promotional Products, Direct Mail, Warehousing & Print Fulfillment and so much more. #YesWeDoThat
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The Prosperous Nonprofit

Stephanie Skryzowski

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The Prosperous Nonprofit is the podcast for leaders who are building financially sustainable and impactful nonprofits and changing the world. On this show, we talk to inspiring leaders who are paving the way in the nonprofit sector in new, innovative, disruptive, and entrepreneurial ways, creating organizations that fuel their lives, their hearts, and their communities. You'll also hear from me. I’m Stephanie Skryzowski, a Chief Financial Officer, and Founder & CEO of 100 Degrees Consulting ...
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Givergy

Givergy

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Givergy is an award-winning global fundraising technology company, which offers a range of cutting-edge solutions, coupled with expert consultative advice to help non-profits raise more at fundraising events and online. Givergy’s silent auction technology, event ticketing, check-in, auction item provision, and payment collection have been designed to increase audience engagement and maximise funds raised.
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From Our Vantage Point

Podcast by Vantage Point

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Join us for deep and informative conversations about issues of importance and the stories and impact of non-profit organizations as we strive for our vision of an inclusive community, where non-profits can achieve their fullest potential and drive sustainable change throughout the province of British Columbia and beyond. From Our Vantage Point invites the insights of non-profit governance and management leaders and a wide variety of collaborators on topics from practical governance and leade ...
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Nonprofit Build Up

A. Nicole Campbell

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Welcome to the Nonprofit Build Up, hosted by A. Nicole Campbell. Discover insights from nonprofit and philanthropy leaders about assessing and building better organizational infrastructure, programmatic strategies, and challenging traditional sector approaches on how to support some of the world’s most vulnerable communities. A. Nicole Campbell has over fifteen years of legal and operational experience in the social sector and has worked in private practice, private philanthropy, and the pub ...
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Welcome to Associate Board Insider—the definitive podcast for professionals seeking to transform their careers through nonprofit associate board service. Powered by CariClub, the undisputed leader in associate board matching, this groundbreaking series delivers exclusive insights and strategies you won't find anywhere else. For ambitious professionals: Discover how to supercharge your career while making a lasting impact. Learn from those who've successfully navigated the path from the cubic ...
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Are you looking for ways to shorten your marketing learning curve and strengthen your organization’s ability to survive and thrive? Welcome to Relish THIS, a show for purpose-focused leaders seeking to leverage the power of marketing to fuel their organizations’ growth. Each week your host, Stu Swineford – author of Mission Uncomfortable: How Nonprofits can embrace purpose-driven marketing to survive and thrive (https://missionuncomfortablebook.com) – talks with a purpose-focused leader or m ...
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In this continuation of their conversation, Jarrett Ransom, the Nonprofit Nerd®, CEO of The Rayvan Group, LLC, and host of Nonprofit Nerd®: Impact Unleashed, and Mary Crogan, VP of Brand Marketing at Bloomerang, discuss two powerful case studies that highlight how nonprofits can strengthen donor relationships in uncertain times. Mary emphasizes the…
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Making an emotional connection with your donors is key to fundraising success. But what happens when that emotional momentum hits a digital wall? So often, the moment a donor is ready to make a gift, the experience on your website feels different, broken, or disconnected—and that can cost you a donation and, more importantly, the trust you’ve worke…
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In episode 132 of Nonprofit Mission: Impact, Carol Hamilton and Justine Krank discuss the realities and nuances of pursuing US government grants for nonprofit organizations. They discuss: common misconceptions including that government grants equals federal grants The challenges and compliance demands that come with government dollars. How to decod…
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If you buy media, you know the feeling. Dashboards glow with impressions, reach, and view rates. But can you actually prove those numbers describe what real people saw and did? With the biggest digital platforms, the uncomfortable answer is often no. And courts, regulators, and independent audits keep revealing why. Read more: https://burlingtonpre…
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Send us a text In this episode of The Difference podcast, Host Jay Werth is joined by Convergent's Pam Reid and Andy Brubaker to discuss Recruiting the Right Board Members. Topics discussed include: Why thoughtful board recruitment matters Common mistakes in recruitment Identifying strong candidates beyond your circle Evaluating fit (skills, missio…
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In this special two-part conversation, Jarrett Ransom, the Nonprofit Nerd®, CEO of The Rayvan Group, LLC, and host of Nonprofit Nerd®: Impact Unleashed, welcomes back Mary Crogan, Vice President of Brand Marketing at Bloomerang, to dive deep into the evolving landscape of nonprofit leadership. Mary shares insights from Bloomerang’s relaunch, highli…
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Fundraising is the lifeblood of your nonprofit—but it doesn’t have to leave you and your team exhausted. In this episode, host Matt Stockman shares five common fundraising practices that drain small nonprofit leaders of their limited energy and capacity. More importantly, he offers practical alternatives that build sustainability, trust, and strong…
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Donors today — especially younger generations — are demanding greater transparency and efficacy from the nonprofits they support. To meet these needs, your nonprofit's narrative strategy must evolve beyond traditional fundraising messaging. In today's episode, host Russ Phaneuf and guests Sadé Dozan and Josh Gryniewicz follow-up their recent Bridge…
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Nonprofit events are a lot of work. You book the venue, gather sponsors, plan the program, and spend weeks making sure every detail goes smoothly. When the night is over, you breathe a sigh of relief and maybe even celebrate a little. But here’s the truth: the event itself is only half the job. The real opportunity begins after the last guest leave…
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George Franco is an Emmy-nominated journalist who spent decades reporting for FOX 5 Atlanta before pivoting into the world of fundraising. Today, he is known as the Good News Auctioneer and is one of only 3% of auctioneers nationwide with the Benefit Auctioneer Specialist designation. He brings the polish of a broadcaster and the expertise of a sea…
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In this insightful episode of Nonprofit Nerd®: Impact Unleashed, host Jarrett Ransom, the Nonprofit Nerd®, CEO of The Rayvan Group, LLC, sits down with nonprofit consultant Ginny Waller of Waller Consulting as she shares her journey from an authoritarian leadership style to an inclusive, adaptive approach that empowers teams and strengthens organiz…
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If you’re deciding where your next marketing dollar should go, compare how each channel actually performs. Facebook ads can be noisy, crowded, and increasingly expensive. Direct mail, on the other hand, is tangible, targeted, and, when done right, remarkably effective. Here are five evidence-backed reasons direct mail is often the smarter bet than …
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How do you build lasting trust with donors when your nonprofit is small and your budget is limited? In this episode of the Nonprofit Launch Plan Podcast, Matt takes a deep dive into one of the most recognized nonprofits in the world—Charity: Water—and uncovers what every small or startup nonprofit can learn from their approach. You’ll discover: The…
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In episode 131 of Nonprofit Mission: Impact, Carol Hamilton and Melissa Kessler explore the intersection of communications and organization development, particularly in moments of crisis, transition and change. They talk about how internal communications can either reinforce or undermine values, strategy, and humanity within an organization. how to…
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Digital is noisy. Voters are skeptical. And attention is scarce. In that environment, direct mail earns a spot in every serious campaign plan because it is tangible, targeted, and trusted. Here is a practical field guide you can plug into your calendar, backed by current post-election research. Read more: https://burlingtonpress.com/2025/09/08/the-…
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Great design is not a luxury. It’s how donors decide if they can trust you, understand your impact, and complete a gift quickly. When every touchpoint looks professional and feels consistent, results improve across mail, events, and digital. Read more: https://burlingtonpress.com/2025/09/06/professional-nonprofit-design-roi-new-jersey/…
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If you stripped marketing down to its core, you would find people choosing to trust other people. That is the heart of networking. It works because the goal is not to win a quick sale. The goal is to build long-term relationships that keep opening doors month after month and year after year. Ads come and go. Relationships compound. Read more: https…
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In this episode of Nonprofit Nerd®: Impact Unleashed, host Jarrett Ransom, the Nonprofit Nerd®, CEO of The Rayvan Group, LLC, sits down with Melanie Mitros, Fractional COO at the Nonprofit Lifecycles Institute and founder of MPW Consulting. Melanie shares her expertise in turning strategic plans into action, leveraging AI and automation, and buildi…
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In this episode of the Nonprofit Launch Plan Podcast, host Matt Stockman addresses a common fear among nonprofit leaders: annoying their donors. He explains that most donors actually stop giving because they don't hear from the organization, not because they lose interest. Matt breaks down why donor communication isn't a transactional obligation, b…
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In this episode of Nonprofit Nerd®: Impact Unleashed, host Jarrett Ransom, the Nonprofit Nerd®, CEO of The Rayvan Group, LLC, welcomes Karen Houghton, CEO & founder of Infinite Giving, for a practical, hope-filled playbook on building financially sustainable nonprofits. Karen breaks down how leaders can shift from a scarcity mindset to a strategy m…
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Guests: Mollie Van Horn, Executive Director of the Tawingo Fund Nick Tedesco, President and CEO, National Center for Family Philanthropy Mary Jovanovich, Senior Manager of Charitable Consulting, DAFgiving360 Barbara Wheeler-Bride, Editor, Stanford Social Innovation ReviewBy Mollie Van Horn, Nick Tedesco, Mary Jovanovich, Barbara Wheeler-Bride
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In episode 130 of Nonprofit Mission: Impact, Carol reflects on five years of podcasting and the sobering state of the nonprofit sector in 2025. While celebrating milestones, she also underscores the challenges nonprofits face amidst unprecedented political attacks, funding cuts, and threats to long-standing principles like nonpartisanship. Despite …
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Great marketing is not about pressure. It is about matching how people naturally decide. The brain looks for anchors, contrast, and simple choices, then leans into what already feels like ours. This guide turns nine proven psychology principles into practical steps for your website, pricing, email, and direct mail. Apply them with honesty and clari…
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In this episode of Nonprofit Nerd®: Impact Unleashed, host Jarrett Ransom the Nonprofit Nerd®, CEO of The Rayvan Group, LLC, sits down with Dr. Karen Johnson, CEO of New Pathways for Youth, to explore the art of leading with curiosity, fostering collaboration, and building sustainable nonprofit models. Karen shares how her team supports youth throu…
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Are you a new or small nonprofit leader who gets a knot in your stomach at the mention of "finances"? You're not alone. Most of us get into this work to make an impact, not to stare at spreadsheets. But ignoring the numbers can put your mission at risk. In this episode of The Nonprofit Launch Plan Podcast for Startup, Small, and Growing Nonprofits,…
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Send us a text Joe April, Convergent Senior Partner, and Dr. John Rainone, President of Virginia’s Mountain Gateway Community College, and a Convergent Senior Counsel join the host of the Develop This! podcast, Dennis Fraise, in this special episode, to discuss leveraging community colleges to address workforce needs. Joe shares his transformation,…
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In this insightful conversation, Jarrett Ransom the Nonprofit Nerd®, CEO of The Rayvan Group, LLC, and host of Nonprofit Nerd®: Impact Unleashed, sits down with nonprofit leader, coach, and counselor Dacia Moore of Second Wind Counseling and Consulting to explore what it truly takes to sustain leadership in today’s challenging nonprofit landscape. …
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A political brand is the story voters tell themselves about you. It lives in every yard sign, stump speech, mailer, and social post. When that story is clear, consistent, and credible, voters remember it and repeat it. Let’s talk about who you are, what you say, how you show up, and what you deliver. Read more: https://burlingtonpress.com/2025/08/1…
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From the world’s most exclusive art auctions to the heart of non-profit fundraising, Jacqueline Towers Perkins has carved a unique path as a benefit auctioneer. In this Partner Edition of The Secret Guide to Fundraising, Jacqueline shares the insider secrets that help organisations raise more on the night. From flawless pre-event prep, to reading t…
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In this episode of the Nonprofit Launch Plan Podcast, host Matt Stockman shares four essential principles for leading your team through difficult seasons. Every nonprofit faces storms—whether it's staff turnover, a shift in funding, or external political changes. How a leader responds during these times can define the future of the organization. Ma…
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In this episode of Nonprofit Mission: Impact, Carol Hamilton gives a tribute to nonprofit consulting star and nonprofit governance and fundraising expert Sabrina Walker Hernandez, President & CEO of Building Better Boards, by re-releasing their conversation from 2021. Ms. Hernandez passed away in July 2025 after a long battle with cancer. Episode h…
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Picture this. Your nonprofit is halfway through a major fundraising drive, and donations are coming in steadily but slowly. Then, you put a large printed fundraising thermometer in the lobby and at the next community event. Donors can see the progress every time they walk by, and something clicks. Suddenly, contributions start coming in faster beca…
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Welcome to Season 7 of Nonprofit Nerd®: Impact Unleashed! In this kickoff episode, host Jarret R. Ransom sets the stage for a powerful season focused on the evolving realities of nonprofit leadership. From workforce burnout to board governance, financial pressures to organizational resilience, this season dives into what it takes to lead with inten…
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In this episode of "The Nonprofit Launch Plan Podcast for Startup, Small and Growing Nonprofits", host Matt Stockman dives into the critical topic of self-leadership for nonprofit professionals. Drawing from recent coaching conversations, Matt explores four common mistakes that startup, small, and growing nonprofit leaders make. These aren't intent…
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Running for office means more than putting your name on the ballot. Voters need to know who you are, what you believe in, and why they should trust you. That all comes down to how you present your campaign. Your campaign brand is more than a logo or a slogan. It’s the overall impression you leave with voters. It’s how you sound, how you look, and h…
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What does it mean to be a nonprofit today, and how did we reach a point where so many organizations feel underfunded, under attack, and uncertain about their future? The challenges the nonprofit sector is facing didn't come out of nowhere; they're rooted in deeper systemic issues, and they raise fundamental questions about the role of nonprofits in…
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Think political marketing is all digital these days? Think again. While social media ads and online outreach may dominate conversations, one of the most effective tools in modern political campaigns is still direct mail. From building credibility to reaching voters of all ages, political direct mail continues to outperform digital ads in key areas.…
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Are you currently deciding between hiring a professional graphic designer or attempting a do-it-yourself approach with Canva? When it comes to your small business branding and marketing materials, it can be a confusing and overwhelming subject. Thankfully, this quick guide will provide the answers you need. Read more: https://burlingtonpress.com/20…
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Claire McGuinness, Strategy and Partnerships Manager at One Acre Fund Maya Batres, Senior Advisor on People and Climate at The Nature Conservancy Shawn Jensen, Director of Business Development, DAFgiving360 Barbara Wheeler-Bride, Editor, Stanford Social Innovation ReviewBy Claire McGuinness, Maya Batres, Shawn Jensen, Barbara Wheeler-Bride
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You’ve put time and money into printed materials like postcards, brochures, or flyers, but the results are underwhelming. If your print marketing isn’t driving responses or engagement, the problem might not be the medium itself. More often, it’s a combination of unclear messaging, poor design, or mismatched strategy. Read more: https://burlingtonpr…
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Running for office in a down-ballot race can be a challenge. These positions, such as school board, city council, or township committee, often receive little media attention and are easy for voters to overlook. With limited funds and even more limited visibility, candidates need smart strategies to get noticed. Print marketing can be one of the mos…
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Demystifying Tech & AI for Nonprofits with David Watters In this episode of the Nonprofit Launch Plan Podcast for Startup, Small, and Growing Nonprofits, host Matt Stockman dives into a topic that can feel overwhelming for new and small nonprofits: technology, automation, and AI. Matt's guest is David Watters, CEO of Simple and Engaging, a company …
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Send us a text In this thought-provoking episode, Host Jay Werth sits down with Greg Warner, CEO and founder of MarketSmart, to explore the paradigm shift reshaping nonprofit fundraising. With nearly two decades of experience in philanthropy and tech innovation, Warner critiques outdated, organization-centric models and champions a more human-cente…
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In episode 128 of Nonprofit Mission: Impact, Michael Randel joins Carol to explore how psychological safety—often dismissed as a “soft” concept—plays a critical role in nonprofit team performance, learning, and innovation. They discuss: The connection between organizational readiness and the deeper human dynamics that shape effective leadership and…
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In this heartfelt wrap-up of Season 6 of Nonprofit Nerd®: Impact Unleashed, host Jarrett Ransom reflects on a powerful journey through the challenges and triumphs of nonprofit leadership and sustainability. From emotional conversations on burnout to strategic insights on financial resilience, this season has spotlighted the fierce commitment of non…
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