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Nonprofit Optimist

Nonprofit Optimist

42 episodes

The Nonprofit Optimist podcast showcases positive change agents and talks through lessons that their small nonprofits have learned. With interviews of executive directors, founders, board members and staff leaders, we share practical advice based on real experiences working in the non-profit sector. Since most nonprofit professionals wear many hats, this is a great opportunity to learn how to grow your small nonprofit without needing to re-invent the wheel!

Podcasts

NPO 042: Branding for Nonprofits with Stakeholder Input (Julia Gatten, AfricAid) - Part 2 of 2

Published: Jan. 15, 2020, 4:46 a.m.
Duration: 28 minutes 10 seconds

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NPO 041: Blogs, Email, and Videos for Nonprofits (Julia Gatten, AfricAid) - Part 1 of 2

Published: Aug. 9, 2019, 7:07 a.m.
Duration: 43 minutes 1 second

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NPO 040: Developing your Major Gifts Program (Sean MacCready and Stephenie Lazarus, Horizons for Youth)

Published: Feb. 28, 2019, 4:52 p.m.
Duration: 41 minutes 21 seconds

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NPO 039: Creating Space for Local Voices (Dr. Susan Blaustein, WomenStrong International)

Published: Dec. 18, 2018, 3:27 p.m.
Duration: 44 minutes 30 seconds

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NPO 038: Announcement & Shout Outs

Published: Dec. 17, 2018, 3:44 a.m.
Duration: 4 minutes 38 seconds

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NPO 037: Utilizing Networks and Connections (Rose Hart, Appalachian Outreach Inc.)

Published: Aug. 23, 2018, 4:46 p.m.
Duration: 38 minutes 46 seconds

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NPO 036: Maximizing Capacity- partnerships, interns, and professional development (Byron Sigcho-Lopez, Pilsen Alliance)

Published: Aug. 6, 2018, 5:12 a.m.
Duration: 33 minutes 9 seconds

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NPO 035: Free Online Resources (Molly MacCready, CROSO)

Published: July 20, 2018, 9:33 a.m.
Duration: 13 minutes 2 seconds

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NPO 034: Growing your Funding Base (Stacy Horst, Erin's Hope for Friends)

Published: June 1, 2018, 2:09 a.m.
Duration: 35 minutes 46 seconds

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NPO 033: Event Planning for Small Nonprofits (Carrie Collins-Fadell, Brain Injury Alliance of Arizona)

Published: April 23, 2018, 4:55 p.m.
Duration: 33 minutes 53 seconds

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NPO 032: Seeing Patients as Master Teachers (Shay Beider, Integrative Touch for Kids)

Published: March 19, 2018, 11:35 p.m.
Duration: 43 minutes

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NPO 031: The Power of Trust, Accountability and Incentives (Helene Dudley, TCP Global)

Published: March 8, 2018, 6:10 a.m.
Duration: 37 minutes 22 seconds

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NPO 030: Taking Multiple Approaches and Sharing Lessons (Liz Ryan, Youth First Initiative)

Published: Jan. 30, 2018, 1:30 a.m.
Duration: 45 minutes 21 seconds

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NPO 029: Email Communication and Maximizing Time (John Zimmerman, Casting for Hope)

Published: Jan. 4, 2018, 4:11 p.m.
Duration: 41 minutes 46 seconds

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NPO 028: Planning an International Trip for your Nonprofit (Margy and Randy Roberts, CROSO)

Published: Dec. 27, 2017, 6:42 p.m.
Duration: 39 minutes 14 seconds

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NPO 027: Getting Started, Fundraising and Collaboration (Carin Willis, Bridge for Pelvic Pain)

Published: Dec. 7, 2017, 4 p.m.
Duration: 44 minutes 26 seconds

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NPO 026: Mentors, Managing Time and Networking (Megan Stith, United Way of Central Kentucky)

Published: Oct. 30, 2017, 5:55 a.m.
Duration: 42 minutes 38 seconds

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NPO 025: Creating your Support Network (Jen Cole, Clean Fairfax)

Published: Oct. 23, 2017, 4:22 a.m.
Duration: 48 minutes 20 seconds

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NPO 024: Connecting Your Nonprofit to Funding (Beth Rosenberg, Tech Kids Unlimited)

Published: Oct. 12, 2017, 12:39 p.m.
Duration: 33 minutes 30 seconds

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NPO 023: Feelings and Social Media (Jaz Limos, Saints of Steel)

Published: Sept. 21, 2017, 4:26 a.m.
Duration: 42 minutes 25 seconds

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NPO 022: Values in Programming and Employment Structure (Anne Taube, CYO Camp)

Published: Sept. 13, 2017, 2:04 p.m.
Duration: 32 minutes 42 seconds

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Nonprofit Optimist - Episode 021: Power Inequities in Nonprofits and Community Building; Lessons learned from the University of Dayton

Published: Sept. 7, 2017, 7 p.m.
Duration: 19 minutes 59 seconds

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Nonprofit Optimist - Episode 020: Challenging Conventional Nonprofit Notions (Anoop Jain, Sanitation and Health Rights in India)

Published: Aug. 30, 2017, 2:21 p.m.
Duration: 41 minutes 54 seconds

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Nonprofit Optimist - Ep 019: Bringing People Together and Raising Funds (Mark Mullins, Just Live Inc.)

Published: Aug. 22, 2017, 8:44 p.m.
Duration: 40 minutes 35 seconds

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Nonprofit Optimist - Episode 018: Office Culture and Management Style (Ann Rhomberg, Solidarity Bridge)

Published: Aug. 16, 2017, 2:38 p.m.
Duration: 41 minutes 51 seconds

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Nonprofit Optimist - Episode 017: Increasing Equity and Avoiding the "Shoulds" (Kim Popa, Pones)

Published: Aug. 9, 2017, 8:22 a.m.
Duration: 42 minutes 21 seconds

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Nonprofit Optimist - Episode 016: Cultural Context and Questions to Ask Before getting Started (Machelle Norling, Hope Now)

Published: Aug. 1, 2017, 5:50 a.m.
Duration: 41 minutes 33 seconds

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Nonprofit Optimist - Episode 015: Board Expectations and Creating Functioning Committees (Molly MacCready, CROSO)

Published: July 28, 2017, 8:14 a.m.
Duration: 39 minutes 25 seconds

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Nonprofit Optimist - Episode 014: Power of Storytelling and Advocacy Work (Nancy Cowles, Kids In Danger)

Published: July 17, 2017, 6:27 a.m.
Duration: 34 minutes 17 seconds

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Nonprofit Optimist - Episode 013: Infusing each Donor Interaction with your Mission (Lee Ann Eiland, Playworks Illinois)

Published: July 10, 2017, 6:14 a.m.
Duration: 42 minutes 18 seconds

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Nonprofit Optimist - Episode 012: A Bold Vision and Nonprofit Websites (Adam Walker, 48in48)

Published: July 5, 2017, 6:12 a.m.
Duration: 36 minutes 33 seconds

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Nonprofit Optimist - Episode 011: Becoming an Expert and Tools for Community (Monika Jones, Brain Recovery Project)

Published: June 25, 2017, 10:58 a.m.
Duration: 34 minutes 8 seconds

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NPO 010: Online Resources and International Partnerships (Chris Stout, Center for Global Initiatives)

Published: June 21, 2017, 2:24 p.m.
Duration: 40 minutes 10 seconds

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NPO 009: Strategic Planning And Board Membership (Jake Teitgen, Bethlehem Farm)

Published: June 12, 2017, 12:11 p.m.
Duration: 39 minutes 14 seconds

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NPO 008: Engaging your Board of Directors (Liz Mills, Carlson Community Services)

Published: June 5, 2017, 4:07 p.m.
Duration: 40 minutes 18 seconds

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NPO 007: Considerations for Starting a Nonprofit (Jennifer Smith, Black Butterfly Chicago)

Published: May 29, 2017, 5:39 a.m.
Duration: 30 minutes 42 seconds

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NPO 006 - How to be a Valuable Board Member (Dr. Emily Richardson, Nanubhai Education Foundation)

Published: May 23, 2017, 7:07 a.m.
Duration: 28 minutes 1 second

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NPO 005: Building a Young Professionals Board (Sharon Holdvogt, NPH USA)

Published: May 15, 2017, 6:57 p.m.
Duration: 36 minutes 35 seconds

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NPO 004: Collaboration and Gathering Information (Laura Ng, Traffick Free)

Published: May 9, 2017, 4:10 a.m.
Duration: 38 minutes 34 seconds

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NPO 003: Working in an Office of One (Jamelyn Lederhouse, Global Glimpse)

Published: May 2, 2017, 1:49 p.m.
Duration: 37 minutes 59 seconds

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NPO 002: Finding volunteers, navigating transitions & board structure

Published: April 26, 2017, 11:34 p.m.
Duration: 32 minutes 53 seconds

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NPO 001 - Introduction to the Nonprofit Optimist

Published: April 24, 2017, 1:21 a.m.
Duration: 34 minutes 42 seconds

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