Nonprofit Everything: Recent Episodes
Andy Schuricht and Stacey Wedding
The Alliance for Nevada Nonprofits presents Nonprofit Everything, a bi-weekly Q&A podcast about everything nonprofit.
It’s the one existential question that everyone has been asking for the last 12 months, and finally somebody asks Stacey and Andy! Now that federal funding has become unreliable, what are our other options?! Thanks for joining us as we try to tackle that one, as well as questions about paying volunteers as independent contractors, and whether grants should be written in third or first person (which was surprisingly contentious!) We really appreciate you, our listeners, especially when you send us your questions to questions@NonprofitEverything.com!
Topics:* Should grants be written in third-person or first-person? – skip to this question * Federal funding is ending. Now what? – skip to this question * Can we pay volunteers as independent contractors? – skip to this question
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If a donor shows up with enough cash, should we change our policies for them? Stacey and Andy have thoughts! Also this week, we talk about whether to vote in new board members while they’re present and at their first meeting. Thanks for joining us this week, and please be sure to send your questions to questions@nonprofiteverything.com!
Topics:* Modifying the Investment Policy for a big donor? – skip to this question * When do new board members get voted in? – skip to this question
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As we watch our average donor age get older and older, how do we start to attract younger donors? Stacey and Andy have some thoughts! Also this week, we talk about how to convince your board of something that they’re initially hesitant to endorse, and, just for fun, creepy donor horror stories (Maybe we should have saved this one for a Halloween episode?!) Thanks for joining us this week, and be sure to send any and all questions to Questions@NonprofitEverything.com!
Topics:* How to convince the board of something? – skip to this question * Dealing with a creepy donor – skip to this question * How do we attract younger donors? – skip to this question
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Are traditional strategic plans dead? (Before listening, do you think you can guess what Stacey is going to say?) Join us this week to find out. Also, Stacey and Andy talk about what fairness and parity mean in the context of employee pay. Thanks for sending in your questions, we read every single one and put as many as we can on the podcast. Questions@NonprofitEverything.com is the email address! By the way… Episode 200?!
Topics:* Managing pay differences between new and existing employees? – skip to this question * Are strategic plans worth it anymore? – skip to this question
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How are we supposed to keep staff from burning out and quitting when our work increases but our resources decrease? This is a big question and Stacey and Andy will do their best! Also this week, we talk about when and why to record (or not record) in-kind donations into your accounting system. Thanks for joining us this week, and don’t forget to send that question you wish your co-worker would ask to Questions@NonprofitEverything.com!
Topics:* What in-kind contributions get booked? – skip to this question * How do we prevent staff burnout? – skip to this question
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We’re over a month into the new year and one listener wants to know what our predictions are for the nonprofit sector in 2026. Stacey and Andy are happy to oblige! And for long time listeners, one prediction is going to be a huge surprise! Thanks for joining us this week, and please send your questions, comments or guest expert requests to Questions@NonprofitEverything.com.
Topics:* What do you think 2026 has in store for the nonprofit sector? – skip to this question
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What begins as a simple question about a better option for the SWOT analysis turns into a strategic planning (don’t call it that!) extravaganza! Join Stacey and Andy this week as they deconstruct the facilitated planning session and share tips, tricks and some horror stories, too. Thanks for listening, and don’t forget to send in questions to Questions@NonprofitEverything.com to keep the podcast rolling.
Topics:* What alternative to the SWOT analaysis can we use to get planning conversations going – skip to this question
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Just one question this week and it’s massive! If we’re halfway through the fiscal year and we’re not going to come anywhere close to hitting our revenue targets, how should the board go about cutting expenses? Yikes! Stacey and Andy get to the bottom of it, but it took the whole episode. Happy New Year, thanks for listening and supporting us with your questions. We look forward to answering even more in 2026. P.S. Questions@NonprofitEverything.com is the email address.
Topics:* We had a bad year and the board needs help deciding what expenses to cut. Help! – skip to this question
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Can the board request that no staff are present during board meetings? Stacey and Andy have the answer! Also this week, we talk about managing a chatty volunteer that’s making it hard to get work done, and have a nice discussion about how to start up a planned giving program. Thanks for joining us this week, and from everyone here at the Nonprofit Everything podcast, we wish you happy holidays! We asked Santa to send us questions to Questions@NonprofitEverything.com, so maybe you can help!?
Topics:* How do we get ready for planned giving? – skip to this question * Can the board request that no staff are present during board meetings? – skip to this question * How do we manage an overly chatty volunteer? – skip to this question
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Upcoming tax law changes mean that there could be a lot of unexpected gifts hitting before December 31st this year. How do we keep windfalls from ratcheting up board expectations for years afterwards? Stacey and Andy have some thoughts! Also this week, we hear from a volunteer who has been treated very badly, and have an actual disagreement about whether or not to use AI to compile notes from a board meeting! Thanks for joining us, and set your “point of action” to remind yourself to send a question to Questions@NonprofitEverything.com!
Topics:* How do you manage an “outlier” year? – skip to this question * What should I do if an organization doesn’t want my volunteer help? – skip to this question * Should we let AI generate our board minutes? – skip to this question
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Wait, now a board member wants us to not run like a business? I’m so confused. But Stacey and Andy can help! Also this week, we talk about disengaged board members who refuse to step down, and what kinds of smart questions to ask when vetting bookkeepers and CPAs for your nonprofit. We really appreciate all our listeners (this Thanksgiving we’re thankful for you!) As always, send questions to Questions@NonprofitEverything.com.
Topics: Now it’s “Don’t* run your nonprofit like a business?” – skip to this question * What should we ask when vetting our first bookkeeper/CPA? – skip to this question * Dealing with disengaged board members who refuse to resign! – skip to this question
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What legal risks does a person take on when they agree to be a nonprofit treasurer? Stacey and Andy have some thoughts. Also this week, we talk about different generational takes on PTO policies (how exciting!) and some practical advice about who has to keep the random donor swag at their house. Thanks for joining us this week, and do not forget to send any and all nonprofit questions to Questions@NonprofitEverything.com!
Topics:* Do I have to keep the swag at my house? – skip to this question * Younger employees are abusing PTO! Help! – skip to this question * What legal risks should a prospective nonprofit treasurer be aware of? – skip to this question
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I think I’m being forced to retire. Everybody keeps talking about succession planning, but this nonprofit is my baby! Stacey and Andy can definitely help. Also this week, we talk about how to keep your head above water when there is a lot going on and all of it is important. Thanks for joining us this week, and don’t forget to send all of your nonprofit related questions to Questions@NonprofitEverything.com.
Topics:* Why does everybody keep asking me about succession planning? – skip to this question * When everything is urgent, how can we do it all? – skip to this question
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Is it possible to convince a resistant board that a merger is necessary to save the nonprofit from a “long, slow death?” Stacey and Andy have some thoughts. Also this week, a Board Chair faces a tough ethical and financial conflict: A major donor’s substantial pledge is contingent on replacing the CEO/ED! What’s the right move when the board already has performance concerns? Thanks for joining us this week and don’t forget to send your nonprofit-related questions to questions@NonprofitEverything.com.
Topics:* How do I convince my board that a merger is a good idea? – skip to this question * Help! A donor’s big gift is contingent on firing the ED! – skip to this question
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When you’ve spent years crafting your vision for the successful nonprofit you’ve founded, how do you prevent future boards and leaders from screwing it all up? Predictably, Stacy and Andy have a few thoughts. Also this week, we talk about whether or not fractional CFOs are a smart idea, and how they might be best used. Thanks for joining us this week, and don’t forget to (please) send your questions (thank you) to questions@NonprofitEverything.com. A Q&A podcast without any Qs wouldn’t make much sense, would it?
Topics:* How does a founder maintain their vision when other people have to be involved? – skip to this question * Is it time for our nonprofit to get a fractional CFO? – skip to this question
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How should you respond when a board member prospect declines your offer? Is there anything to learn from that experience Join us this week as Stacey and Andy tackle that topic. Also, we talk about how small nonprofit shops get up to speed on all of the posssible planned giving options, and prove that we’re not above bribing people with the promise of a picture of a cat. Thanks for joining us this week, and be sure to send your questions to Questions@NonprofitEverything.com!
Topics:* Where do small organizations get planned giving expertise? – skip to this question * How do you respond when a board member prospect declines to serve? – skip to this question
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Is there anything you can you do if your organization has trouble hanging on to volunteeers? Stacy and Andy have some thoughts! Also this week, we talk about whether or not the executive director should have a seat on the board, and go really deep on fair market value, exchange transactions and why silent auctions always underperform. Thanks for joining us this week and be sure to send your questions to Questions@NonprofitEverything.com!
Topics:* We’re struggling to keep our volunteers! Help! – skip to this question * Why shouldn’t the executive director be on the board? – skip to this question * Should we provide a tax receipt for our educational programs? – skip to this question
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What is the best way to get staff to recognize that they’re ambassadors for the organization? Stacey and Andy have some thoughts. Also this week, we talk about how to get an underperforming employee back up to scratch. Thanks for joining us this week, and don’t forget to send your questions to Questions@NonprofitEverything.com!
Topics:* How do we get our staff to be ambassadors for our organization? – skip to this question * Dealing with an underperforming employee – skip to this question
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What can you do when cash runs out and you can’t even make payroll? Andy and Stacey have some thoughts. Also this week, we find out if it’s possible for an executive director to effectively run a nonprofit by remaining in the background, and have a quick chat about outsourced HR. Thanks for joining us this week, and please, please, please, please, please send any nonprofit related questions to Questions@NonprofitEverything.com.
Topics:* What HR functions should we outsource first?- skip to this question * Help! We can’t make payroll! What can we do?- skip to this question * Can an Executive Director stay in the background? – skip to this question
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How do you get funder site visits just right? Stacey and Andy have some thoughts! Also this week, we talk about budgeting for grant revenue, and have an interesting discussion about managing end user fraud (and whether it’s something you should be worried about at all!) Thanks for joining us this week, and don’t forget to send that question that you wish someone else would ask to Questions@NonprofitEverything.com.
Topics:* How do you budget for potential grant revenue?- skip to this question * We didn’t get the funding after the site visit! What did we do wrong? – skip to this question * Should we address potential end-user fraud? – skip to this question
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Nonprofits are “business on hard-mode,” and sometimes this can take a toll on board members and staff. Is there something we can do about burnout in this high-stress environment? Stacey and Andy have some thoughts! Also this week, we talk about good ways to preserve our organization’s stories, and discuss the tightrope-walk that is determining the first executive director’s salary. Thanks for joining us this week, and please send your questions to Questions@NonprofitEverything.com.
Topics:* Keeping your organization’s stories – skip to this question * How do you determine the first executive director’s salary? – skip to this question * Can you prevent board member burnout? – skip to this question
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How do nonprofits get better at talking to the media about our mission, programs and needs? Stacey joins guest expert Linda Bridges, Chief Marketing and Communications Officer at SafeNest for the answer. Thanks for joining us this week! If you have any time between saving the world and pulling your hair out, please send your questions to Questions@NonprofitEverything.com.
Topics:* How does our grassroots organization skill up in media interviews? with Guest Expert Linda Bridges – skip to this question
Linda Bridges is a seasoned expert in marketing and branding with over 15 years of experience helping businesses craft and amplify their brand stories. With a deep understanding of strategic marketing, Linda has guided countless companies—ranging from startups to established enterprises—through the complex world of brand development, ensuring their messages resonate with the right audiences.
As a sought-after speaker, coach, and consultant, Linda specializes in transforming brands into household names by leveraging her expertise in public relations, strategic marketing, and brand storytelling. Her approach is rooted in a blend of traditional marketing principles and innovative strategies, ensuring her clients not only stand out but also endure in a competitive marketplace.
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How do you create a fundraising budget from scratch — is that even possible if you have no past history? Andy and Stacey sure seem to think so! Also this week, we talk about how to officially wind down a nonprofit organization, and if it’s possible to convert from a nonprofit to a for-profit. Thanks for your commitment to making the world a better place (and for joining us!) Oh, we also have something for your to-do list: Send a question you wish somebody else would ask to Questions@NonprofitEverything.com.
Topics:* How do you close down a nonprofit? Can you convert it to a for-profit instead? – skip to this question * How do you create a fundraising budget from scratch? – skip to this question
Virtual Workshop Opportunity: The 6 Types of Working Genius
Tired of feeling like a square peg in a round productivity hole?
Discover your professional superpower at Stacey’s upcoming Working Genius virtual workshop! Imagine transforming those energy-draining tasks into moments of flow where your natural talents shine. In just one interactive session, you’ll
- Uncover Your Genius Type
- Learn How to Inspire Effortless Team Dynamics
- Walk Away with Tools to Diagnose Team Dysfunction
Former participants are still raving about their “AHA moments” months later!
Register here by May 23rd, and save $20 off the regular ticket price- because finding your genius shouldn’t cost a fortune.
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Is it possible (or ethical) to raise unrestricted funds at a program focused event? Stacey and Andy have some thoughts! Also this week, we discuss how a small membership organization can start to raise some cash, and we find out the three things about being a CFO that Andy wants everybody to know. (There weren’t three – we counted.) Thanks again for joining us this week, and please don’t forget to send any and all questions to Questions@NonprofitEverything.com. Pretty please with sugar on top!
Topics:* How does a small membership organization support itself? – skip to this question * Can you raise unrestricted funds at a program focused event – skip to this question * Three things you want your coworkers to know about your job – CFO edition – skip to this question
Virtual Workshop Opportunity: The 6 Types of Working Genius
Tired of feeling like a square peg in a round productivity hole?
Discover your professional superpower at Stacey’s upcoming Working Genius virtual workshop! Imagine transforming those energy-draining tasks into moments of flow where your natural talents shine. In just one interactive session, you’ll
- Uncover Your Genius Type
- Learn How to Inspire Effortless Team Dynamics
- Walk Away with Tools to Diagnose Team Dysfunction
Former participants are still raving about their “AHA moments” months later!
Register here by May 23rd, and save $20 off the regular ticket price- because finding your genius shouldn’t cost a fortune.
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How do we know which state's benefits apply to our remote workers? Andy joins guest expert Randy Marsh, Interim Chief Financial & Operations Officer for the nonprofit ANet to get the answer. Also this week, Stacey has some ideas about how to quiet down a rowdy crowd at a gala. Thanks for joining us this week, and please send any and all nonprofit related questions to Questions@NonprofitEverything.com.
Two of the members on one of our board committees can't stop fighting with each other... who should deal with this? We've definitely got a few ideas. Also this week, Stacey and Andy explore some options for smaller organizations to recognize and help out remote employees. Thanks for joining us this week, and please send your questions to questions@NonprofitEverything.com.
Everybody should have an endowment, shouldn't they? Not so fast -- Andy and Stacey have some thoughts. Also this week, are restaurant marketing fundraisers a good way to make a little money? Thanks for joining us this week, and please, please, please send any and all nonprofit-related questions to questions@NonprofitEverything.com.
Are there any special things we should be considering when former clients want to come back to volunteer? Stacey and Andy have thoughts. Also this week, we discuss whether an organization should have an "overhead target" and if it's appropriate for a financial auditor to suggest a specific number. Thanks for joining us this week, and be sure to send any and all questions (or suggestions!) to questions@NonprofitEverything.com.
We get a lot of requests for one-day corporate volunteering projects, but they take so much effort. How do we make these worth our time? Stacey and Andy have some thoughts! Also this week, we talk about how to manage a founder who has retired to the board, how to politely decline gifts that we shouldn't accept, and whether or not it's a good idea to hire in an executive director from outside the community. Thanks for joining us this week, and be sure to send your questions to questions@NonprofitEverything.com.
With so many options available, what strategies should we use to maximize our marketing efforts -- especially if we don't really have the capacity in the first place? Stacey joins guest expert Lisa Nelsen, Owner, Nonprofit Brand Designer & Copywriter at Coruzzi Communications for a comprehensive answer! Thanks for joining us this week, and don't forget to send your questions to questions@NonprofitEverything.com.
What's the best way to condense the massive impact our organization has into a easily digested social media clip? Stacey and Andy have some thoughts! Also this week, we (kinda) talk about how to find an easy to use accounting package for nonprofit organizations and dig into an uncomfortable story about a board overreacting to a personnel issue. Thanks for joining us this week, and please take the time to send us any and all questions to questions@NonprofitEverything.com. By the way, the show notes have good stuff this week, too.
Isn't it a huge waste of effort to be a nonprofit once you consider the compliance, reporting and donor rules? For an organization just starting out, couldn't we serve our mission more efficiently if we didn't have to bother with all that? Stacey and Andy definitely have some thoughts on this! Also this week, we talk about whether Event Planners are important when designing a fundraising event, and find out how to deal with a board member who has gone MIA. Thanks for joining us this week, and don't forget to send your questions to questions@NonprofitEverything.com.
Are there fundamental differences between the board responsibilities of an arts nonprofit and a regular old charitable one? This week Andy is joined by guest expert and author of Scene Change Alan Harrison to get this question answered properly. You might need to listen twice, because this episode goes deep -- court cases clarifying nonprofit law, the patronage system, and whether "art for arts sake" qualifies as a charitable mission. Thanks again for joining us this week! Please send us your questions and check out the show notes at NonprofitEverything.com.
How do you keep from being the subject of a negative news story? Stacey and Andy have some thoughts. Also this week, we talk about what a better set of nonprofit financial statements looks like. Thanks for joining us this week (and this entire year!), and please send your questions to questions@NonprofitEverything.com.
How do we attract and retain younger board members? Stacey and Andy have some thoughts. Also this week, we talk about how to engage with new pro sports teams (or any new companies) coming to your town. And finally, we share some tips for making sure you don't have a bad experience when working with a consultant. Thanks for joining us this week, and please send your questions to questions@NonprofitEverything.com.
Are there things we need to know when bringing in our first ever board? Stacey has thoughts. Also this week, we talk about internal controls for an organization with one staff member, and whether or not to submit a report for a grant that doesn't actually require one. And finally, Andy gets tricked into answering a question about gala auctioneers. Thanks for joining us this week, and please send your questions to questions@NonprofitEverything.com.
How do you encourage donors to fund capacity building and not just programs? Stacey and Andy have some thoughts! Also this week, we talk about whether or not there is a best practice around reserve spending, and share some ideas about inspiring high school students to join us in our nonprofit missions. Thanks for being here this week, and don’t forget to send your questions to questions@nonprofiteverything.com.
Topics:* Inspiring the next generation – skip to this question * Is there a best practice on reserve level and spending? – skip to this question * How do you encourage a donor to fund capacity building? – skip to this question
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Is there a difference between a nonprofit’s “story” and its “elevator pitch?” Stacey has some thoughts. Also this week, we talk about criteria for a recognition wall, and a really big one: how the heck do you get boards to ask more (intelligent) questions!? Thanks for joining us this week, and please send your questions to questions@NonprofitEverything.com.
Topics:* Storytelling vs. an Elevator Pitch – skip to this question * Who to include on a recognition wall? – skip to this question * How do you get the board to ask more questions? – skip to this question
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After starting a brand new nonprofit and filing the paperwork, what’s next? Stacey and Andy will get you pointed in the right direction. Also this week, we talk about things to think about when hiring your first ever development professional, and whether or not it is appropriate to have a staff member also serve on the organization’s board. Thanks for joining us this week, and please don’t forget to send your questions to questions@nonprofiteverything.com!
Topics:* We’re a brand new nonprofit. What’s next? – skip to this question * What should we know when hiring our first development professional? – skip to this question * Can a staff member serve on the board, too? – skip to this question
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Are donor advised funds good or evil? That’s a big question, and Stacey and Andy definitely have some thoughts. Also, we talk about strategies for filling vacant committee leadership positions (it’s tough!) and Stacey has some tips for getting a geographically dispersed board all on the same page. Thanks for joining us this week, and don’t forget to send any and all nonprofit questions to questions@nonprofiteverything.com!
Topics:* Is there such a thing as team building for boards? – skip to this question * Help! We’re having trouble filling vacant board committee positions! – skip to this question * What’s the deal with donor advised funds? – skip to this question
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We’ve got a really nice balance of questions this week! Is it possible to get a founding executive director to embrace change? Stacey and Andy have some thoughts on that! Also this week, we brainstorm about how to get new people to come to the same old gala, and talk through a couple of options when your revenue comes in all in the same month. Thanks for joining us this week, and don’t forget to send any and all nonprofit questions to questions@nonprofiteverything.com!
Topics:* How do we get new people to come to our gala event? – skip to this question * Help! My founder/ED is resistant to change! – skip to this question * All our revenue comes in a single month. Any ideas? – skip to this question
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Just two questions for Stacey and Andy this week, but they’re biggies! When creating a strategic plan is a consultant really necessary, or can we spare that expense? Also this week, a technical question about calculating liquidity gets unexpectedly philosophical really fast. Thanks for joining us, and be sure to send us any nonprofit topic you want us to cover to questions@NonprofitEverything.com.
Topics:* Do you need a strategic planning consultant? – skip to this question * What do I include when calculating liquidity> – skip to this question
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If there’s something more terrifying than having to tell a grantor that they’re wrong, we haven’t heard of it. Is it even possible to push back on a state agency interpreting a federal grant incorrectly? Stacy and Andy have some thoughts! Also this week, we talk about when it’s appropriate for the board to lead committees, and Andy goes off on a tangent about needing to get three bids for things. Thanks for joining us this week, and please don’t forget to send your questions to questions@nonprofiteverything.com.
Topics:* What committees should be board run?skip to this question * How do I correct a grantor who is misinterpreting federal guidance? – skip to this question * Do we really need three bids for services? – skip to this question
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Should the executive director select their own replacement? Andy and Stacey certainly have some thoughts on that topic! Also this week, an organization needs help attracting new and different volunteers, and we discuss whether a nonprofit should set up a for-profit subsidiary. Thanks for joining us this week! Don’t forget to check out the show notes at nonprofiteverything.com, and be sure to send us your nonprofit questions at questions@nonprofiteverything.com.
Topics:* How do we expand our corps of volunteers? – skip to this question * Can a nonprofit set up a for-profit subsidiary? – skip to this question * Should the executive director select his replacement? – skip to this question
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If you’ve spent years proudly telling donors that you’re all volunteer run, is it even possible to hire paid staff when you need to level up? Stacey and Andy have some thoughts. Also this week, we talk about the possibility and consequences of failing the Form 990’s “Public Support Test,” and Stacey shares some ideas to help celebrate an organization’s tenth anniversary (while Andy wisely stays silent). Thanks for being a loyal listener/nonprofit rockstar, and keep those questions and comments coming. Next week the theme is “things I wish my board would ask me” so warm up your typing fingers and send us stuff at questions@nonprofiteverything.com.
Topics:* Ideas for our organization’s 10th anniversary? – skip to this question * Can you fail the Public Support Test? – skip to this question * How do we graduate from being an “all volunteer organization”? – skip to this question
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This week Stacey and Andy delve into the Nonprofit Everything archive to bring you a thematically consistent series of previously aired questions. Which is a fancy way of saying “Hey! It’s a clip show!” From episode 79, we talk about how to handle a board member that’s publicly off mission. From episode 103, we hear from a nonprofit with a board member in the newspaper for the wrong reasons. From episode 89, a board member asks the ED to record a campaign ad for her. Thanks for joining us this week, and please send your questions to questions@nonprofiteverything.com.
Topics:* Should an ED record a campaign ad for a board member running for office? – 2:33 * One of our board members was involved in a scandal. Should we have said something? – 8:29 * Help! One of our board members is Tweeting racist nonsense! – 16:39
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It’s guest expert time! This week, Stacey is joined by April Mastroluca, Chief Solution Finder at Synergy Nonprofit Consulting to talk about the convergence of political campaign season and gala event season. Are there rules about ads in programs? Should we recognize elected officials and candidates who attend our events? What should we do if a candidate antagonistic to our mission wants to attend an event? Should we ever provide complimentary tickets to elected officials? That’s a lot of questions, but the podcast is even better when you send yours to us: questions@nonprofiteverything.com. Thanks for listening! (And don’t miss the show notes this week. They’re jam packed with good infromation!)
Topics:* Can we sell program ads to politicians? – skip to this question * Recognizing political figures at events? – skip to this question * Should you comp event tickets to politicians? – skip to this question
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Should we be buying mailing lists to expand our reach, or is that a tactic from the olden days? Stacey and Andy certainly have some thoughts! Also this week, we talk about how strict to be when using the words “evidence based program” (in that exact order) and disagree strongly on the utility of exit interviews. We’re awarding ten points if you can guess which one of us thinks they’re a waste of time. We’re thankful that you’ve chosen to spend time with us today, and don’t forget to send your questions to questions@nonprofiteverything.com.
Topics:* Should we be buying mailing lists? – skip to this question * What are “evidence based programs” really? – skip to this question * Are exit interviews helpful? – skip to this question
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If better boards can prevent nonprofit failures, would it be smart to require boards to take governance training? Stacey and Andy have some thoughts. Also this week, we talk about an executive director’s responsibility to prevent a bad board member nomination, and have both a short and a long answer to a question about founders. Thanks for joining us this week, and don’t forget to send your questions to questions@nonprofiteverything.com.
Topics:* Can the executive director veto a board nomination? – skip to this question * Should the state mandate governance training? – skip to this question * What’s the first conversation an ED should have with a founder? – skip to this question
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Is there some magic language we can use to magically make a sponsorship tax deductible? Andy and Stacey have some thoughts. Also this week, we find out how to see who’s sharing your nonprofit mission and why its important, and try not to get buried in accounting speak when discussing split-interest agreements! Thanks for joining us, and don’t forget to send any and all questions to questions@nonprofiteverything.com.
Topics:* Can a podcast sponsorship be a donation? – skip to this question * Who are our nonprofit peers? – skip to this question * We have a donor interested in a charitable gift annuity. What is that? – skip to this question
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Is there some use for emeritus boards? Stacey and Andy have thoughts! Also this week, a new nonprofit wonders what kind on insurance coverage they should have, we find out how to determine when a contribution should be officially received, and discuss how frequently a board chair should meet with the executive director (is quadrennially too often?) Thanks for joining us this week, and be sure to send your nonprofit questions to questions@nonprofiteverything.com!
Topics:* Do we have appropriate insurance coverage? – skip to this question * I heard at a workshop that EDs and board chairs should meet weekly. Really? – skip to this question * If we record grants in the year we receive them, it makes my P&L look weird. Is there a better way to do this? – skip to this question * What’s the purpose of an emeritus board? – skip to this question
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Are your staff meetings snoozers? One of our listeners has this challenge and Stacey and Andy are here to help! (Can we make them more dangerous — like with fire?) Also this week, we discuss the historical antecedents of hierarchical organizational charts, and chat about the pros and cons of giving refunds for program events. Do you have questions? Send them to us at questions@nonprofiteverything.com.
Topics:* Should we give refunds for program events? – skip to this question
* How do we prevent boring meetings? – skip to this question
* Shifting to a hierarchical org chart – skip to this question
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When a long-time donor changes priorities and it puts the capital campaign in jeopardy is there anything you can do? Stacey and Andy have some ideas. Also this week, what’s the best way to deal with some good old-fashioned nonprofit competition (other than a dance-off?) And finally, are we going to hurt the executive director’s feelings if we let him know that some volunteers have scored him poorly on his review? Join us this week and find out! As always, questions are welcome — the more complicated the better!
Topics:* Should we cancel our capital campaign? – skip to this question
* Another nonprofit is doing exactly the same programs we are! Help!? – skip to this question
* Volunteers scored our ED poorly. Should we tell him? – skip to this question
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Is it okay to have all staff members be independent contractors and to give them titles like Director of Programs? Stacey welcomes guest expert Gina Bongiovi to help untie this complicated knot!
Topics:* Can staff members be independent contractors with titles? – skip to this question
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It’s homework help time with Stacey and Andy! Is there a good definition of Theory of Change? We have some thoughts. Also this week, we talk about auditors that seem to be asking weird questions. Is it okay to push back on financial audit requests, or is that a terrible idea. Thanks for joining us, and don’t forget to send in those questions!
Topics:* What is a theory of change in practical terms? – skip to this question
* Should auditors be asking about staff salary increases? – skip to this question
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This might be the most confusingly titled episode yet! No, there aren’t Nonprofit Everything t-shirts. But what happens when the marketing team decides to just open up a little shop on nonprofit-swag.com to sell logo branded stuff?* Stacey and Andy have some thoughts. Also this week, is it time to reevaluate our employee time-off policies? Thanks for joining us this week, and please share, review, and send us questions!
Topics:* Should we consider offering flexible PTO? – skip to this question
* Our marketing team wants to sell t-shirts online. Is this a bad idea? – skip to this question
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Is there a thoughtful and ethical way to use client stories in grantwriting? Stacey and Andy have a few thoughts. Also this week, we talk about ways to get past the gatekeeper when a job posting has unreasonable requirements. Keep sending those questions and posting those reviews. We really appreciate it (and read every single one!)
Topics:* Is there a thoughtful and ethical way to use client stories in grantwriting? – skip to this question
* I really want this job, but the requirements are crazy. Should I still apply? – skip to this question
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What should you do when the executive director assigns you a vague task with no clear purpose? Unsurprisingly, Stacey and Andy get philosophical on this one: is it busywork, or could it be a career-defining moment? Also this week, we find out if it’s useful to chase after board members from a particular industry. Thanks for joining us again in 2024, and please keep sending those questions (and reviews are nice, too)!
Topics:* Should we always include board members from particular industries? – skip to this question
* My ED wants a “one-pager”. What is it and do we need one?
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Have you just suffered through another boring, uninspiring office holiday party? Well your fellow listeners have a question crafted just for you: Is there a way to make the nonprofit holiday party into something good? Stacey and Andy have some thoughts! Also this week, Stacey answers a question about rules we should be following about board quorum (it’s not as boring as it sounds!) and we find out about all different kinds of financial audits. Thinking of getting us a present? Andy and Stacey asked Santa for questions, reviews and shares. See you in 2024!
Topics:* What are the requirements for board quorum? – skip to this question
* Are there different kinds of financial audits? Which should we choose? – skip to this question
* How do we make our office holiday party not boring? – skip to this question
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It's podcast day! Why on earth would an organization use the longer, more expensive, more complicated, more time consuming Form 1023 to form a new nonprofit organization when the 1023-EZ is available? We have a few thoughts. Also this week, Stacey has some great tips to help you fundraise for a vehicle, and Andy wants you to re-think credit cards that earn points (probably a hard sell.) Thanks for joining us, and don't forget to rate the podcast on your provider of choice and send us questions to questions@nonprofiteverything.com!
This week we've got a new and exciting format for you! Stacey and Andy camped out at a table at the Alliance for Nevada Nonprofits Fall Conference, and used the opportunity to chat with some up-and-coming nonprofit leaders. Join us for a free-flowing conversation (and a few questions, too!)
If you have a "Donate Now" button on your website (and since the internet is available everywhere) do you need to do a charitable solicitation registration in every single state in the US? Stacey and Andy have the answer (sorta!) Also this week, Stacey has some opinions about whether or not you should allow board members to take a leave of absence, Andy talks about just how fancy video screens should be in order to prevent triggering angst among your more ascetic staff members, and we answer a perennial favorite: "How do I start a foundation?"
Is it a good idea to take out a loan to help kickstart a fundraising program? Stacey and Andy have some thoughts! Also this week, we talk about finding a bank that understands how nonprofit organizations work, and what to do if you discover that your organization's bylaws don't actually comply with state law. While you're reading this summary, maybe consider giving us a review to help spread the word (links in the show notes), or even sending a question to questions@nonprofiteverything.com!
When applying for an Executive Director position, what questions should you ask the board during the interview? Stacey and Andy have some thoughts! Also this week, we have some opinions on on software for boards to use, and Stacy has a great conversation about the upcoming Alliance For Nevada Nonprofits Fall Conference with John Waldron (previous guest expert and CEO of The LGBTQIA+ Center in Las Vegas).
Andy would never turn down a well-made Spam Musubi, but he and Stacey have some tough love for newsletters that are hitting the junk folder. Also this week, we field a question from a programs person who wants to go for the CEO job -- is it possible or advisable? And finally, what happens when you're a board member who's friends with the Executive Director, and that Executive Director turns out to be not very good at her job? Stacey and Andy definitely have some thoughts! Thanks for listening, and be sure to send your questions to questions@nonprofiteverything.com!
The staff hates the ED but the Board loves the ED. Is this problem solvable? Stacey and Andy have some thoughts. Also this week, what's the best way to get your board engaged in important tasks like fundraising and strategic planning? Join us for another episode of Nonprofit Everything, and be sure to send us your questions!
We know that technically the Board Secretary is responsible for the minutes, but I really don't want to. Can't we just delegate that to staff? Stacey and Andy have some thoughts! Also this week, a question we have never heard before - Should tour guides at nonprofit cultural institutions get to keep their tips? Finally, we get into a deep and fascinating discussion about the possibilities of the Co-Executive Director model (not to be confused with co-eds who might be doing a little modeling on the side.)
Thanks for joining us for another episode of Nonprofit Everything! We've got just two questions, but one of them is significant. This week, Stacey and Andy try to discuss the impact of accepting donations from ethically challenging sources. It's a rough topic, and we would love to get your opinions on it, too! Also, Andy tackles another perpetual complaint: "Omigosh-this-audit-is-so-expensive-and-time-consuming-why-do-we-have-to-do-it-again-and-again-every-year?!?" Five points to Ravenclaw for guessing Andy's answer.
Do not miss this episode! This week, Stacey talks to guest expert and nonprofit guru Beth Kanter about what AI means for our organizations. Even though there's just one question this week, Beth and Stacey covered a lot:
Is this really going to affect us? Is it just a cheap replacement for staff? What benefits, if any, will nonprofits see? Can we just avoid it if we want to? What are the risks and potential pitfalls of relying on LLMs?
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.
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?)
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.)
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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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 time!
Topics:* How do I manage unethical behavior from my development director? – 0:05 * I feel like my finance committee is grilling me. What questions is it inappropriate for them to ask? – 8:16 * Why are my friends and family ghosting me when I ask for donations? – 20:28
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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.)
Topics:* Should I accept a speaker’s honorarium? – 0:05 * Do you have tips for starting our first capital campaign? – 5:51 * How did you get your start in nonprofits? – 15:54
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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.
Topics:* How would we go about monetizing our volunteer program? – 0:05 * Help! Our board and staff don’t trust each other! – 11:52 * When should we negotiate for an increased indirect cost rate on federal grants? – 24:32
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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.
Topics:* What do nonprofits need to know about social media influencer campaigns? With Guest Expert Nick Lynch, CEO of Collidescope.io – 0:00
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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!
Topics:* How do you develop an investment policy for a small nonprofit with some extra cash? – 0:05 * Should I get an Advanced Degree in Nonprofit Management? 9:25 * Help! How do we survive a nonprofit partnership gone wrong? 19:22 * How do we get our verbal messages to stick with donors? 28:16
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This week’s question gets an unexpected and inspiring answer from Guest Expert Margo Walsh, Founder and CEO of MaineWorks. MaineWorks is an innovative employment company with a social mission: to dignify the experience for people who face real barriers to workforce reentry, including people recovering from substance use disorder and people with felony convictions. Join us for a fascinating discussion that covers inclusive hiring, retention, and promoting from within.
Topics:* What does it mean to have inclusive hiring practices? With Guest Expert Margo Walsh, Founder and CEO of MaineWorks – 0:00
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Now that hybrid work environments are everywhere, is it possible to regain some of our pre-Covid culture? We have a few ideas. Also this week, Stacey talks about checking references for joining your development committee, and remarkably, Andy and Stacey agree on how to respond to an unusual donor communication!
Topics:* How should we respond to a donor’s sad tale? – 0:05 * I think our hybrid work environment is hurting our culture. 6:59 * Should we be asking potential development committee members for references? 23:57
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Raiser’s Edge or Salesforce? Or something else? This week, Stacey is joined by Guest Expert Peter Schiano, Senior Consultant at Tech Impact. Not only does Peter address how to select a CRM solution, he provides some great insights on software acquisition, customization, pitfalls, and a drops a mean mythology metaphor. Other topics include: How do I right size my solution for my growing nonprofit? Is there any unbiased analysis available? And where can I get some free stuff?
Topics:* How do we find an unbiased recommendation on CRM software? – 0:00
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What is it about donors that make them want to give you the stuff in their garage instead of the sweet, sweet cash that we desperately need? We’ve got some ideas! (Spoiler: Andy mentions agency theory again.) Also this week, we delve into the Byzantine hellscape that is municipal code to determine exactly what to put on a single line of a required form. And Stacey provides some clarity on a technical board question about majorities.
Topics:* Is it okay if a board committee includes a majority of the whole board? – 0:00 * What charitable purpose do we put on our business license application? 10:40 * How do we get donors to start giving us money instead of used items? 18:39
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Every once in a while we get a question that just warms our little hearts. And this week, a new nonprofit is already thinking about avoiding founder’s syndrome! Also, we talk about whether or not passthrough grants are allowed to be anonymous, and Stacey has some thoughts about how to avoid going after grants you really shouldn’t be going after.
Topics:* How do you keep your organization from going after grants you shouldn’t? – 0:05 * As a brand-new founder, how to I avoid “founder’s syndrome”? 7:00 * Are passthrough grants allowed to be anonymous? 26:20
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A couple of weeks ago we talked about accidentally restricting donations with an appeal, and this week week we continue the theme! Stacey talks to Guest Expert Barbara O’Reilly, CFRE, Founder and Principal of Windmill Hill Consulting, LLC about how to write specific fundraising appeals while still keeping contributions undesignated. Also this week, Stacey stumps Andy with a question about non-financial conflict of interest policies.
Topics:* Should we include non-financial conflicts of interest in our COI policy? – 0:05 * How do we write specific fundraising appeals that remain undesignated? With Guest Expert Barbara O’Reilly of Windmill Hill Consulting 9:43
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It’s the last episode of 2022 and we crammed in four whole questions! This week, Andy mentions about a few nonprofit-specific year-end accounting tasks (don’t worry, it’s short). We also answer a question about accidentally restricting donations, and talk up the benefits of a consent agenda for your board. Finally, we’re pretty sure someone lobbed us a question just to get us worked up for our end of year show.
Topics:* Are there nonprofit-specific year-end accounting tasks? – 0:00 * Can we put our new Executive Director on commission? – 5:55 * Our auditor says we restricted some donations we didn’t mean to. Can we appeal? – 14:37 * What’s a consent agenda and should we have one? – 21:32
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Doesn’t it seem weird that the people most affected by a change in leadership are the ones with no say in the matter? Stacey and Andy seem to think so. Also this week, Stacey has some ideas about how to use storytelling in your appeals when you’re too new to have actual stories. Finally, Andy gets completely triggered by what could have been a simple math question, but instead turns into a history lesson about internal controls. (It’s better than it sounds.) Join us!
Topics:* What should we do if our organization is too new to have stories? – 0:00 * At what level should the board approve expenses? – 7:05 * Should staff have a voice in hiring a new ED? – 19:33
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When a funder asks for a single number for the "budget", what exactly do they want? We have some thoughts! Also, this week we turn a question about red flags to watch out for when considering an ED position into an excuse to complain about things! Finally, if you're having trouble sleeping, Stacey and Andy have just the IRS publication for you!
Since it can be hard to find development staff, does it make sense to try to convert program staff into fundraisers? Stacey has some thoughts! Also this week, we find out if there are different rules when raising money for a private operating foundation, and what core activities a nonprofit should stick to when facing an economic downturn.
You think your nonprofit is a mess? Wait until you hear this question -- while it masquerades as a technical query about verbal resignations and bylaws, it gets weird fast! Also this week, Stacey and Andy share some thoughts about fundraising in a different state than the one you're incorporated in, and we find out whether or not you are allowed to raise money before you actually get your determination letter back from the IRS.
Ah, the age-old question -- how do we set development goals when we've never had a development person before? Believe it or not, Stacey and Andy have some ideas! Also this week, we talk about how to handle naming rights when you're renovating a building that already has a name. Finally, we tackle a particularly sensitive question that, frankly, is going to be a little uncomfortable for everybody. Sounds fun, right?
What's the best way to respond to memorial gifts? Stacey has some (non-ghoulish) thoughts. Also this week, Andy and Stacey have a minor disagreement about whether or not a nonprofit job is good for a person looking to advance in their career, and we find out how to train up a brand-new board member!
What happens to restrictions if our nonprofit is acquired by another nonprofit? We have some questions (and answers!) Plus, Stacey and Andy have tips for hiring for an Interim Executive Director, chat about some unconventional reporting structures, and get asked a very personal question. And we had to use the bleep button again this week -- pretty soon we're going to need a swear jar.
Is it possible to refrain from physical violence when the words "run it more like a business" fall out of the mouth of a board member? Probably not, but Stacey and Andy have some coping strategies. Also this week, we talk about how to keep the energy of a good mission, vision and values discussion, and finally, now that you're receiving federal grant money is it time to hire a grant accountant?
Just one question this week, but we were lucky to get guest expert André C. Wade, State Director of Silver State Equality to answer it! How do you best respond to reports of microaggressions in the workplace?
Help! We've entered into an agreement with a benefit corporation, and they're not playing nice! Andy's got some ideas for that. Also, Stacey answers a question about having elected officials on the board, and we talk about the best ways to bring a new treasurer into the organization, even if they've got no nonprofit experience.
Our mission statement process is awful! Should we get help? (Nah, Stacey has some tips.) Also, this week we discuss whether a give/get policy will prevent you from getting an effective board, and Andy and Stacey go way off topic answering how to best fundraise for a new Executive Director position.
How do you prepare for Foundation staff coming to tour your facility, especially when they've been known to ask really tough questions? Stacey has some ideas! Also on the theme of preparing, we have some thoughts on the best way to be ready to take the leap into leadership of your organization. Finally, there's an oddly specific question about the difference between for-profit corporate events and nonprofit fundraising ones.
Two Guest Experts in a row?! Yes! Join Stacey as she talks to Tracy Gniewek of TGHR Consulting about the practicality of extending benefits to an employee who is exhausting their medical leave. Also, is it time to retire the Executive Committee for good? Andy and Stacey have some thoughts...
Join us this week as Stacy talks about volunteer handbooks with Guest Expert Almendra Johnson, Volunteer Director for Get Outdoors Nevada! Also, what happens when a donor changes their mind about donating property? Yikes!
Our board wants to know the percentage of grants a typical organization wins so they can measure us against it. Is there one? Well, we certainly have opinions on that! Also, this week Stacey has some opinions on how to figure out which programs to cut, and we talk about whether or not to rebudget when a new ED arrives.
One of our board members and prominent donors was involved in a newsworthy scandal and our organization remained quiet. Should we have said something? Stacey and Andy have thoughts! Also this week, we talk about how an executive director should handle a micro-managing founder, and answer an oddly specific question about stacking up consulting engagements. By the way, thanks for listening! We look forward to getting your questions, and would love for you to join us on Discord (see the link in the show notes, or on NonprofitEverything.com)!
This week: When a scammer called one of our donors pretending to be us, did we respond appropriately? Stacey has some thoughts. Also, is there value in using a search firm to help find our next Executive Director? And how do we deal with confidential employee complaints if they're supposed to stay confidential? Join Andy and Stacey this week to find out!
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One of our donors got called by a scammer, and I don't think we responded well enough. Did we? Is it worth it to use an executive search firm to find our next Executive Director? How do I handle an employee complaint if the employee wants me to keep everything confidential?
Is it a huge red flag when an organization has no fundraising expenses reported on their 990? That sounds like an easy enough question, but instead Stacey and Andy get all in the weeds about output factors, the birth of Guidestar, bacon double cheeseburgers and the dreaded overhead ratio question on grant applications. Also discussed: the governance implications of board members in love. Don't miss this episode!
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Do we have a governance problem if two board members have started up a romantic relationship? Is it a red flag when an organization reports no fundraising expenses on their Form 990?
What are some board status quo things that need to change? Stacey has some ideas! Also, we have some strategies for helping a new manager that's too quiet. Andy has thoughts on what financial policies are required, and we've included an encore answer (from June 2020) by Guest Expert John Waldron!
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What should we do to shake up a static board? How do I handle a new manager that won't speak up? What financial policies should we have in place? Taking a stand on social justice issues, with Guest Expert John Waldron (Encore!)
What are the most important questions your board and staff should be able to answer about your organization? Stacey has some thoughts! Also, this week we talk about how to manage two very different employees, and continue our nonprofit startup conversation with a question about what a board member should look for in a startup nonprofit board.
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What questions about our organization should our board and staff be able to answer? What should a prospective board member be looking for in a nonprofit startup? How do I manage two employees who are completely different?
You've got the mission, you've got the board, you've got the business plan, you've got the 510(c)3 letter, now what? Stacey and Andy have some thoughts. Also, we find out whether or not you need written board reports, and once again wade into the shark-infested waters of finance vs. development.
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Is the finance team part of the development team or vice versa? - 0:00 How do you get a nonprofit startup off the ground? - 8:09 Is it normal for ED reports to the board to be written? - 21:08
Join us this week for a discussion about common questions on federal grants with guest expert Lisa Ruiz-Lee. Also, is there a way to get my Board to use the resources we develop for them? Stacey has some thoughts!
There's just one big question this week: Are we wasting time generating reports and dashboards nobody ever looks at? And Guest Expert Jason Cho, of Prex Consulting has some ideas for Stacey!
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Are we over-reporting? - 0:00 Guest Expert Jason Cho with Prex Consulting? - 7:16
How do you know when it's time to leave a failing nonprofit? (Guess what answer Stacey gives!) Also this week, we talk about whether a board should set staff salaries, and Andy & Stacey get self-referential about podcasts and podcasting...
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How do I know when it's time to leave a failing nonprofit? - 0:00 What role does the board have in setting staff salaries? - 7:16 Who are your podcasting heroes? Any podcasts you particularly like? - 23:21
Mentioned this week: Unlocking Us with Brené Brown The Happiness Lab with Dr Laurie Santos Nonprofits Are Messy with Joan Garry Nonprofit AF (just in case you're the one nonprofit staffer in the world that doesn't have it bookmarked) The Alliance for Nevada Nonprofits
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Where do the responsibilities of the the board development committee start and fundraising staff start? Stacey has some thoughts! Plus, this week we find out when to process year-end donations, and how to keep up with the never-ending barrage of information that we need to know to keep current.
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How do I keep up with the everything I need to keep up with? It's overwhelming! - 0:00 Help! Our board development committee responsibilities overlap with our staff responsibilities! - 9:42 What is your policy regarding year-end donations? Do you record based on the date received? - 19:10
If the CEO is also the Board President, could we lose our nonprofit status? Stacey and Andy have the answer! Also this week, what to do about nonprofit management that overworks staff, and (alternately) how to handle a staff member that's taking on too much responsibility.
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Will we lose our 501(c)3 if the CEO is also the Board President? - 0:00 Should unpaid staff time be part of a nonprofit's business model? - 7:08 Is my communications coordinator overstepping her role? - 18:22
Who should we thank if we get a donation from a retirement account but don't know who the actual donor is? We have a few ideas. Also, this week Andy and Stacey combine a couple of Form 990 filing questions into one mega-question. Finally, we tackle the question on everyone's mind: employee or independent contractor? And don't forget to send us your questions!
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How do we thank a donor behind an IRA distribution gift? - 0:00 So, we really have to e-file our 990? How? - 6:54 Help! Our treasurer hasn't filed our 990s in years! - 13:45 Can an Executive Director be an Independent Contractor? - 21:10
Video game streamers raised $90 million for charity in 2020. How do we get some of that?! We're joined by Guest Expert Nick Lynch, CEO of Collidescope to talk about how nonprofits can get started working with social media influencers, streamers and brands.
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How can (and why should) we engage with social media influencers? - 0:00
This week, Guest Expert April Mastroluca sets the record straight on lobbying and advocacy! Plus, what should an ED do if a board member recommends a job candidate you're not thrilled about? We have opinions! And Stacey and Andy have some thoughts on how (and whether) to squeeze your vendors for donations to your organization.
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A board member is recommending a job candidate I don't like! - 0:00 Advocacy and lobbying tips (and corrections) with Guest Expert April Mastroluca - 5:43 Should we ask our vendors to donate, too? - 19:56
It's bad board member behavior week here at the Nonprofit Everything podcast! What should we do if a board member wants our ED to record a message talking about what a great board member they are (and oh, by the way, they're running for office)? And how do you talk a board member out of their own program ideas? We have opinions! Also, Stacey and Andy talk about whether to market to constituents or donors first.
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Should an ED record a campaign ad for a board member running for office? - 0:00 Help! A board member is fixated on starting a new program! - 8:57 Should we be marketing to constituents or donors? - 17:40
hould we follow up with a potential board member who expressed interest and then vanished? Stacey has opinions! Also, this week we talk about managing third-party fundraisers, whether there are any benefits to not paying down debt, and how to maintain an awesome work culture during a big expansion.
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Should we follow up with a board member who expressed interest and then vanished? - [skipto time="0:00"] What should we do if people want to host fundraisers for us? - [skipto time="4:51"] Is there a tax benefit to carrying debt? - [skipto time="12:25"] How do we preserve our great company culture when we're expanding? - [skipto time="20:01"]
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There's just one question this week, but it's an important one. Guest expert Miles Dickson of Nevada GrantLab joins us to talk about why Nevada nonprofits should be seeking out and applying for federal grants.
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Should we be applying for federal grants? With Guest Expert Miles Dickson of Nevada GrantLab - 0:00
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If you always skip the finance and accounting questions, maybe take a couple of weeks off! This week, Stacey talks with guest expert Jessica Sayles, CPA, Managing Principal at HRC about reporting in-kind donations on the Form 990, and Andy is of the shocking opinion that the internet is not a good place to learn nonprofit accounting. Finally, we reach all the way back to Episode 13 to answer a question about projecting cash flow.
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What are some good resources for an ED to learn basic nonprofit finance? Do we report in-kind services on the Form 990? With guest expert Jessica Sayles of HRC (Re-broadcast) How do you do a cash flow forecast?
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Is there really a difference between getting five stars and four stars with a ratings agency? We have opinions! Also, this week Andy has some thoughts on how to manage a check approval process in a tiny organization, and Stacey knows what to do when people keep connecting you to other people via email.
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How do I best follow up when being connected to someone else via email? - 0:00 What check approval process should we use for a tiny organization (that doesn't include the board)? - 3:33 How important are the ratings agencies? Is there really a difference between four and five stars? - 12:41
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Should we write a MOU or a renter's contract for use of our space? We have opinions! Also, this week Stacey has some thoughts about dealing with a board chair who wants to be CCd on all the ED's emails, and we share some tips on starting a scholarship program.
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Help! The board chair wants to be CCd on every email! - 0:00 Should we use an MOU or a renter's contract if we're renting space to another nonprofit? - 5:13 Any best practices for adding a scholarship program? - 18:49
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It's an overstuffed episode! This week, Andy has some thoughts on investing a surplus, Stacey counsels resolve in the face of a morale committee, and they both agree that tracking in-kind donations is worth the trouble. Plus, can the Form 990 really be a fundraiser's secret weapon?
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Do I really have to participate in events organized by the morale committee? - 0:00 Should we be tracking in-kind donations? - 7:58 Is the Form 990 really a marketing tool? - 15:50 How do we go about investing our surplus? - 21:38
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This week, Andy and Stacey have some potential solutions for bringing on new staff members that you can't pay very much. And Stacey talks about ransomware with guest expert Francis Johnson, Managing Director of Technology Services for Tech Impact.
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How do we attract and keep employees if we can only afford to pay $10/hr? - 0:00 Ransomware attacks, with guest expert Francis Johnson from Tech Impact. - 5:53
This week Stacey goes deep on generational differences with guest expert and Gallup-Certified CliftonStrengths coach and consultant Maggie Harris.
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My boss keeps inviting me to events! - 0:00
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How do you handle a board member that thinks that people work for nonprofits because they can't hack it in the "real world?" This one makes Stacey use her angry voice. Also, a listener asks if we think starting a podcast is a good idea, and Andy takes far too long explaining the differences between various flavors of financial audit.
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What to do about a board member that insults nonprofit workers? - 0:00 Should we start a mission-related podcast? - 9:08 Is it time to get a financial audit? Which kind? - 17:42
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Should an organization switch from a 501(c)4 to a 501(c)3? Stacey and Andy have thoughts! This week we also talk about who should own consultant developed content, and what to do when a board member's social media posts don't reflect the values of the organization.
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Should we switch from a 501(c)3 to a 501(c)4? - 0:00 Help! One of our board members is Tweeting racist nonsense! - 8:39 Who owns consultant developed curriculum? - 24:0]
This week Stacey and Andy continue the conversation about fundraising events with guest experts Terri Janison and Christian Kolberg.
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Events!
What should other staff know about the development function? A lot! Also, this week, Stacey and Andy tackle a topical question about the appropriate way to express sympathy for a death in a donor's family.
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What does our fundraising staff do? - 0:00 What's the appropriate way to express condolences to a donor? - 14:41
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Can a board force an ED to accept a raise? And is a 3-month interim budget problematic for funders? We have opinions! Also, this week we answer a great nonprofit 101 question about whether staff members can be on the board.
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Can a board force an ED to accept a raise? - 0:00 If we do a 3-month interim budget, how will funders react? - 7:52 Nonprofit 101: Can staff members be on the board? - 20:11
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It's our 75th episode, so we've supersized it for you! This week, guest expert Brad Stith, Principal at Philanthropy Development Associates, joins Stacey to answer a listener question about the utility of screening existing donors for interest in an organization's mission. We also have opinions on how an interim executive director should manage a whiny staff, and Andy and Stacey attempt to answer a question about impostor syndrome without using any irony at all.
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How should an Interim ED manage complaining staff members? - 0:00 Should we screen existing donors for interest in our mission? With Guest Expert Brad Stith of Philanthropy Development Associates - 7:59 Tips on combatting impostor syndrome? - 28:24
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Is there anything scarier than the finance person leaving? Yes, there definitely is (and Andy has some thoughts on how to manage the transition.) Also, we have some advice for a founder considering leaving but not really leaving, and Stacey has some great tips on how to make the periodic bylaw revision process not the absolute worst, most boring thing ever.
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Our finance person is leaving! Help! - 0:00 Should a founder who retires stay involved in the organization? - 7:06 Is there any way to make bylaws revisions less boring? - 16:22
Episode Sponsor: Today’s episode is sponsored by the HR Collaborative. The HR Collaborative was formed to help build nonprofit strengths through improved human resources. It provides professional development opportunities, networking and sharing of best practices on HR issues faced by nonprofit organizations. The Collaborative meets bi-monthly. Membership is free and open to anyone who works for a nonprofit and has HR responsibilities. For more information or to attend an upcoming meeting, visit their website at www.hrcollaborativelv.org.
Why, oh why, do you hate galas so much? After 72 episodes of dropping unsubtle hints, Andy and Stacey finally got someone to ask the question they've been dying to answer. As you can imagine, they have opinions. Also, a complicated conflict of interest question turns out to have a pretty straightforward answer, and Stacey has some thoughts on how to say "no" to new program ideas.
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Making a donation to offset the salary of a spouse? - 0:00 Y U HATE GALAS?! - 8:56 How to say "no" to new program ideas? - 20:58
Episode Sponsor: Today’s episode is sponsored by the HR Collaborative. The HR Collaborative was formed to help build nonprofit strengths through improved human resources. It provides professional development opportunities, networking and sharing of best practices on HR issues faced by nonprofit organizations. The Collaborative meets bi-monthly. Membership is free and open to anyone who works for a nonprofit and has HR responsibilities. For more information or to attend an upcoming meeting, visit their website at www.hrcollaborativelv.org.
Should a nonprofit pay their employees' dues when they serve on other nonprofit boards? Stacey has thoughts. Also this week, we talk about contract employees wanting to join the board, and Andy resorts to a sports analogy to make a point about multitasking. Finally, we get some well-earned listener feedback from Girls on the Run ED, Kate McLaughlin.
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A contract employee wants to join the board - 0:00 I'm drowning! Any multitasking tips? - 5:38 Should we pay for employees to serve on other nonprofit boards? - 17:14 Update on using copyrighted music, with Kate McLaughlin - 27:02
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This week, Stacey has tips on how to build an event list from scratch, and we answer questions about paying for rights for recorded music at a gala, and yawn cash vs. accrual accounting. And should we keep our bank account number secret? Andy has opinions!
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How do we keep the dates straight on our budget, expenses and credit card reports? - 0:00 How do we build a sponsor list for our event? - 7:59 Do we have to pay for the right to use music at our virtual gala? - 15:23 How do we keep our bank account number secure? - 15:23
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Do nonprofits (in Nevada) need to pay sales tax on fundraising items? Andy knows! What if we know a corporate funder gave a much larger amount to another nonprofit? Should we ask about that? Stacey has an opinion! And finally, what trends do we think we'll see for the nonprofit sector in 2021?
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Do we need to pay sales tax on fundraising items (in Nevada)? - 0:00 Should we ask a corporate funder to give more? We know they gave much more to another organization! - 6:16 Nonprofit trends for 2021? - 13:34
Episode Sponsor: Today’s episode is sponsored by the HR Collaborative. The HR Collaborative was formed to help build nonprofit strengths through improved human resources. It provides professional development opportunities, networking and sharing of best practices on HR issues faced by nonprofit organizations. The Collaborative meets bi-monthly. Membership is free and open to anyone who works for a nonprofit and has HR responsibilities. For more information or to attend an upcoming meeting, visit their website at www.hrcollaborativelv.org.
It's a super-sized New Year's episode this week! This week we find out whether a nonprofit needs to file tax returns in every state. Stacey and Andy weigh shifting to a fee-for-service model. And finally: Help! The ED edits all my work!
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Do we need to file tax returns in every state? - 0:00 Should we shift to a fee-for-service model? - 9:31 Help! My ED edits all my work (badly)! - 21:28
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Stacey has a wide-ranging and fascinating conversation about volunteering with guest expert Jacob Murdock, Manager, Volunteer & Community Partnerships at the Mob Museum. And be sure to check out Wild & Free: A Battle Born Podcast, that Jacob co-hosts. (Andy is a regular listener and recommends it!)
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How do we manage volunteers during a pandemic? With guest expert Jacob Murdock - 1:19
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Should we send both an end of year letter and a Christmas card? Stacey knows! (Andy doesn't). What should we do if a board member applies for a staff position? And Guest Expert Greg Wilken, CEO of Endunamo Consulting helps us figure out whether an executive director should keep her own employee file.
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Help! A board member is applying for a staff position! - 0:00 Should we send both an end-of-year letter and a Christmas card? - 10:33 Does the executive director keep their own employee file? with Guest Expert Greg Wilken of Endunamo Consulting - 18:01
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Do for-profit salespeople make good fundraisers? Maybe! Also, this week Andy and Stacey evangelize program related investments (again,) and discuss whether a fiscal sponsorship or full 501(c)3 is the way to go.
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Do for-profit salespeople make good fundraisers? - 0:00 What's a program related investment and how do I get one? - 13:25 Should we get a 501(c)3 or a fiscal sponsor? - 21:03
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Just two questions this week, but one of them's juicy. Guess which one: Should we pay a professional auctioneer for our silent auction? or Is it legal to have a single-ethnicity board? As always, Stacey and Andy have opinions!
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Should we hire a professional auctioneer for our live auction? - 0:00 Is it legal for a nonprofit to have a single-ethnicity board? - 8:20
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A jam-packed episode! This week we explore whether the the Executive Director should be present for the board retreat, how to manage a grumpy finance committee when the financials are never ready, and if a non-compete agreement is an appropriate tool to use to keep you development director from fleeing. Finally, should you be wary of joining the board of an organization that runs a budget deficit? Stacey and Andy have opinions!
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Should the Executive Director attend the board retreat? - 0:00 Help! We can't get the books closed before the finance committee meeting! - 9:48 Should we make our new Development Director sign a non-compete agreement? - 19:04 Should I join the board of an organization that runs a budget deficit? - 26:13
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Now that everybody is working from home, we rely on guest expert Amy Sample Ward, CEO of NTEN, to help answer a question about equipment policies and data security. Also, is it time to switch over to video testimonials? Stacey has some ideas!
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Should we transition to video testimonials? - 0:00 How do we protect our employees and our nonprofit now that everybody is using technology at home? With guest expert Amy Sample Ward, CEO of NTEN - 7:37
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A listener asks if they need to convert their nonprofit to a foundation before selling it. Really. (This will be fun.) Also, what happens when board members hire their friends for paid contracts? We have opinions! And Stacy and Andy switch roles on encouraging a recalcitrant employee to fill out timesheets.
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Do I have to convert my 501(c)3 to a foundation before selling it? - 0:00 How do I deal with a board member hiring a friend? - 7:56 Is there a way to get an employee to fill out timesheets on time? - 18:42
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Do you really have to sign every single thank you note? Is it a bad idea to loan your organization money? And finally, with the zombie apocalypse upon us, is it time to rethink the threats section of the strategic plan's SWOT analysis? Stacey and Andy have opinions!
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Should I loan my organization money? - 0:00 Rethinking the "Threats" section of a SWOT Analysis - 9:29 Do I need to personally sign every thank you note? - 22:53
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This week, we hear from guest Expert April Kemp, Integrated Communications & Social Media Manager for CIM Marketing Partners on whether or not you can post the same things to Facebook and Instagram. Stacey has some thoughts about creating a great Letter of Intent, and see if you can guess our answer on whether to hire a board member's daughter-in-law as an organization's first ED...
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How do you create a great LOI (Letter of Intent?) - 0:00 Can you post the same thing to Facebook and Instagram? With April Kemp of CIM Marketing Partners - 4:13 Should we hire an ED who is related to a board member? - 24:15
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If your nonprofit has an origin story should you share it? Stacey knows! What's the best way to manage a layoff, and for that matter, are layoffs the solution to pandemic-related cash flow issues? We have (strong) opinions!
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Should we use our origin story? - 0:00 What's the best way to manage a layoff? - 7:51
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It's the greatest hits(?) episode! Here are a handful of our favorite questions from the archive. Fee for service? Cancelling a program? When the passion is gone? Cash reserves? And more!
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Fee for service - 0:00 Cancel Programs - 4:56 When the passion for your cause is gone - 9:02 Cash Reserves - 16:03 We just need 25k more! - 24:00 Putting your Nonprofit on Pause - 29:31 Burnout from psychically heavy work - 35:42
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It's intern week at Nonprofit Everything! What happens if a student worker won't send you an invoice? And better yet -- what should you do if a board member wants their child to work for you as a grantwriter over the summer? Finally, what do you do when it turns out that your new Board Member was also an ED candidate>? We have thoughts!
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Student worker won't send an invoice - 0:00 Summer job as a grantwriter - 7:04 Our new board member applied for my ED job! - 16:32
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Is there any benefit to Guidestar Platinum? We have opinions. Stacey has some thoughts on compensation directives from a national office, and we figure out what to do if a founder wants to retire to a lesser job in the organization.
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Is Guidestar Platinum worth it? - 0:00 What can we do if the National Office is reducing compensation? - 7:04 Should we let the Founder retire to a lesser job in the organization? - 16:32
Episode Sponsor: Today's episode is sponsored by the Alliance for Nevada Nonprofits job board. Your one-stop shop for the next step in your career! Searching job listings is totally free, and ANN members receive a big discount when posting new jobs. There are dozens of nonprofit jobs available right here in Nevada (and out of state jobs, too!) Check it out at jobs.alliancefornevadanonprofits.com.
A listener asks, "Should we risk alienating donors by taking a stand on social justice issues?" Drop everything and listen to the answer from Guest Expert John Waldron, CEO of The LGBTQ Center of Southern Nevada.
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What do I do with uncashed checks? - 0:00 Can taking a stand on social justice issues alienate my donors? - 4:43 Guest Expert: John Waldron, CEO of The Center - 10:35
Episode Sponsor: Today's episode is sponsored by the Alliance for Nevada Nonprofits job board. Your one-stop shop for the next step in your career! Searching job listings is totally free, and ANN members receive a big discount when posting new jobs. There are dozens of nonprofit jobs available right here in Nevada (and out of state jobs, too!) Check it out at jobs.alliancefornevadanonprofits.com.
What do you do when someone makes a complaint directly to your board chair? Stacey has some thoughts. Also, a board wants to keep the budget a secret from the executive director, and somebody wants to know about booking discounts for services as revenue, so (of course) Andy talks about that for what seems like hours!
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How do I value and book discounts? - 0:00 Someone is complaining directly to the Board Chair! - 6:06 Should the board keep the budget a secret from the Executive Director? - 14:59
Episode Sponsor: Today's episode is sponsored by the Alliance for Nevada Nonprofits job board. Your one-stop shop for the next step in your career! Searching job listings is totally free, and ANN members receive a big discount when posting new jobs. There are dozens of nonprofit jobs available right here in Nevada (and out of state jobs, too!) Check it out at jobs.alliancefornevadanonprofits.com.
Will donors care if your Form 990 is late? We have opinions! Stacey has ideas about what to do if you have employees that don't want to return to the office, and we have a few thoughts on what to do if a grantor says you didn't make the cut because you "didn't show sufficient return on investment." Huh?
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How late is too late for a 990? - 0:00 Grantor is concerned about return on investment - 6:14 Should I make employees come into the office? 14:58
Episode Sponsor: Today's episode is sponsored by the Alliance for Nevada Nonprofits job board. Your one-stop shop for the next step in your career! Searching job listings is totally free, and ANN members receive a big discount when posting new jobs. There are dozens of nonprofit jobs available right here in Nevada (and out of state jobs, too!) Check it out at jobs.alliancefornevadanonprofits.com.
This week, Stacey has some great ideas for appreciating staff! We also discuss red flags to watch out for when looking at accepting an Executive Director position, whether or not our coat drive really needs to be restricted to coats, and Andy & Stacey enthusiastically respond to, "why can't I be both Board Chair and ED and everybody on the board is related?"
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Idea for appreciating staff - [skipto time="0:00"] Red Flags to watch out for when considering an Executive Director position - [skipto time="6:39"] Our coat drive was too successful, can we unrestrict some of the donations? - [skipto time="16:34"] Can I be board chair and ED and also be related to the whole board? - [skipto time="22:56"]
Episode Sponsor: Today's episode is sponsored by the Alliance for Nevada Nonprofits job board. Your one-stop shop for the next step in your career! Searching job listings is totally free, and ANN members receive a big discount when posting new jobs. There are dozens of nonprofit jobs available right here in Nevada (and out of state jobs, too!) Check it out at jobs.alliancefornevadanonprofits.com.
Should nonprofit staff see each others' salaries? We have opinions! Also, Stacey and Andy give some conflicting advice about how to be respected as a younger employee. And Stacey has some great ideas about keeping great board members engaged after they term off the board.
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We're budgeting, should we hide the salary section from staff? - 0:00 How to be respected as a young nonprofit employee - 10:01 How do you keep great board members active after they term off?- 20:05
Episode Sponsor: Today's episode is sponsored by the Alliance for Nevada Nonprofits job board. Your one-stop shop for the next step in your career! Searching job listings is totally free, and ANN members receive a big discount when posting new jobs. There are dozens of nonprofit jobs available right here in Nevada (and out of state jobs, too!) Check it out at jobs.alliancefornevadanonprofits.com.
What are the tax implications of a donor buying a product from us for a beneficiary? Andy's got that one. Also, Stacey and Andy bust another round of common nonprofit myths. And finally, a doozy: Help! My organization is falling apart! (Plus, exactly zero references to Covid-19.)
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If a donor pays for something that goes directly to a beneficiary, is that tax deductible? Nonprofit 101: More nonprofit myths! Help! Our organization is falling apart!
Episode Sponsor: Today's episode is sponsored by the Alliance for Nevada Nonprofits job board. Your one-stop shop for the next step in your career! Searching job listings is totally free, and ANN members receive a big discount when posting new jobs. There are dozens of nonprofit jobs available right here in Nevada (and out of state jobs, too!) Check it out at jobs.alliancefornevadanonprofits.com.
The adjustment to our new reality continues with a conversation with Amy Hunter from The Simmons Group answering Pandemic related nonprofit HR questions.
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Are we permitted to move salaried employees to hourly? - 3:15 How best do I communicate staffing changes? - 5:38 How do I make staffing changes without people feeling less important? - 11:42 Upsides and downsides of a furlough for an Executive Director? - 19:30 We need to do layoffs. How can I help my staff cope? - 29:30
How are nonprofits handling this unprecedented situation? We hear from nonprofit leaders Kate Hibbard Gaines from Three Square Food Bank, Jamie Weller-Lafavor from Boys and Girls Clubs of Southern Nevada, and Heidi Parker from Immunize Nevada.
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What has been your response so far? - 0:00 How are you handling the drop-off in volunteers? - 10:49 We need to cancel our fundraising event. Any strategies or ideas to recover some of that revenue? - 16:20 Should we cancel our board meeting and strategic planning session? - 25:00 Strategies for nonprofits that are outside the health, education or human services space? - 31:23 What are you doing to adjust your asks? - 35:14
Should the Executive Director be on the Nominating Committee? Stacey knows! Also this week, Andy gets called out for being wrong about determination letters, and we find out all about Benefit Corporations and Certified B Corps.
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Should the Executive Director be on the nominating committee? - 0:00 Does the IRS still send determination letters? - 6:52 Is a Benefit Corporation a good option for do gooders? - 12:41
Episode Sponsor: Today's episode is sponsored by the Alliance for Nevada Nonprofits job board Your one-stop shop for the next step in your career! Searching job listings is totally free, and ANN members receive a big discount when posting new jobs. There are dozens of nonprofit jobs available right here in Nevada (and out of state jobs, too!) Check it out at jobs.alliancefornevadanonprofits.com.
Can board members have staff titles? Stacey knows! This week we also hear from Guest Expert Tony Golden of Garg Golden Law Firm about what to do if an employee starts badmouthing your nonprofit on social media! And finally, probably the best question we've ever gotten on the podcast.
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Should our board members also have staff titles? - 0:00 An employee is badmouthing us on social media. Help! With Guest Expert Tony Golden - 6:23 How should our nonprofit be spending its money? - 26:03
Episode Sponsor: Today's episode is sponsored by the Alliance for Nevada Nonprofits job board. Your one-stop shop for the next step in your career! Searching job listings is totally free, and ANN members receive a big discount when posting new jobs. There are dozens of nonprofit jobs available right here in Nevada (and out of state jobs, too!) Check it out at jobs.alliancefornevadanonprofits.com.
Why can't you be the ED, Board Chair and Founder all at the same time? Doesn't that make thing easier? For once, Stacy and Andy completely agree on an answer! We also hear from Guest Expert Stacey Muse, PhD, Executive Director of Nevada Volunteers about how to handle professional volunteers turning in less than professional work.
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Executive Director, Board Chair and Founder, Oh My! - 0:00 What to do about poor quality volunteer work? With Guest Expert Stacey Muse, PhD - 4:37
Episode Sponsor: Today's episode is sponsored by the HR Collaborative, presenting “Mission Driven Human Resources for Nonprofits,” a 12-hour training course for HR professionals working in nonprofits. This course is presented over four months, one half-day a month, and focuses on critical people issues that will help your organization achieve success and fulfill its mission. Sessions begin on Tuesday, February 18th.
Can you teach old volunteers new tricks (without insulting them?) Stacey knows! This week we also discuss what happens when two nonprofits are really truly in competition with each other, and hear from Guest Expert Greg Wilken about pre-employment testing for marijuana, mandatory paid time off, and whether or not you can microchip your employees!
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Volunteer training for long time volunteers? Competing nonprofits New laws in Nevada for 2020
Episode Sponsor: Today's episode is sponsored by the HR Collaborative, presenting “Mission Driven Human Resources for Nonprofits,” a 12-hour training course for HR professionals working in nonprofits. This course is presented over four months, one half-day a month, and focuses on critical people issues that will help your organization achieve success and fulfill its mission. Sessions begin on Tuesday, February 18th.
Happy new year! This week, Stacey gives us around a dozen tips to make your fundraising event registration table better, Andy gets grumpy about the state of nonprofit compensation, and we find out how to get a distrustful finance committee back on your side.
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What's the secret for a problem-free registration table? - 0:00 Am I maxed out on salary? - 7:29 My finance committee doesn't trust me. Help! - 17:44
Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, Blessed Solstice and Happy New Year! Do you know what Stacey and Andy want for Christmas? More questions from listeners! This week, we make a former board chair feel terrible, help the ED of a small nonprofit get ahead of the game, and talk about whether or not a nonprofit should revise their budget in the middle of the year. Thanks for joining us in 2019, and we're looking forward to your questions in 2020!
Hooray! Another Nonprofit 101 question! Is your IRS determination letter enough to not have to pay sales tax? Andy actually knows that one. This week we also find out what to do when a Board Chair won't stand up to the scary Gala committee, and learn the difference between a sponsorship and a donation. We also discover both Stacey and Andy's least favorite grant application question!
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Is having a 501(c)3 enough to not have to pay sales tax - [skipto time="0:00"] Our Board Chair won't stand up to the Gala Committee. Help! - [skipto time="6:23"] What's the best way to answer "prove this program is sustainable" on a grant application?- [skipto time="14:07"] What's the difference between a Sponsorship and a Donation?- [skipto time="20:16"] : Episode Sponsor: Today's episode is sponsored by Brenda J. Stout, CPA, a full-service accounting firm specializing in Nonprofit Tax Compliance and IRS Problem Resolution.
This week Stacey and Andy discuss whether a board members need organizational email addresses and we talk about what to do when your board treasurer resigns. Finally, Stacey asks guest expert Jessica Sayles from Houldsworth Russo how to value a sponsor's banner at an event (as well as several other accounting questions that have been disturbing her sleep!) Topics:
Should our Board Members have organizational email addresses? [skipto time="0:00"] How do we value a sponsor's banner at an event? With Jessica Sayles from Houldsworth Russo - [skipto time="7:12"] Help! Our treasurer resigned! - [skipto time="25:10"]
Episode Sponsor: Today's episode is sponsored by Brenda J. Stout, CPA, a full-service accounting firm specializing in Nonprofit Tax Compliance and IRS Problem Resolution.
What happens when you just need $75,000 more? Stacey knows. Returning genius and HR expert Mary Beth Hartleb tells us whether there's such a thing as a verbal resignation, and we answer the age-old question, "Do we need an Executive Director or a CEO?"
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Help! We're $25,000 short! - 0:00 Is there such a thing as a "verbal resignation?" With Mary Beth Hartleb from Prism GMG - 8:18 Should our top executive be an Executive Director or CEO? - 26:03
Episode Sponsor: Today's episode is sponsored by Brenda J. Stout, CPA, a full-service accounting firm specializing in Nonprofit Tax Compliance and IRS Problem Resolution.
An extra special double expert episode! Amy Hunter from The Simmons Group explains what you need to know when your nonprofit grows to 15 employees, and Karen Senger from the Community Foundation of Western Nevada gives us advice on how to get past a foundation gatekeeper!
Does a transaction fee count as a donation? How do you plan for your own succession? Do we start a bidding war with event sponsors? Can a donor specify a specific recipient? How do we maximize a happy hour event? Stacey and Andy answer all these questions and more!
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Does a transaction fee count as a donation? - 0:00 How do you plan for your own succession? - 3:21 Which event sponsor should we choose? - 12:25 Can a donor specify the recipient? What if the donation is a car? - 18:11 How do we maximize a happy hour event? - 23:54
Episode Sponsor: Today's episode is sponsored by Brenda J. Stout, CPA, a full-service accounting firm specializing in Nonprofit Tax Compliance and IRS Problem Resolution.
This week is jam packed! How do you find companies who match their employee's gifts? Andy shares a secret! We get advice on how to respond to another organization that really loved your event and wants to copy it, whether or not you should change your nonprofit's name, and whether or not you can invest your reserve fund. Also, Stacey has tips on what to do if you keep losing new board members, and we find out who exactly can approve a financial report.
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Who matches gifts? Someone wants to copy our event! Should we change our name? Can we invest our reserve fund? We keep losing new board members! Who can approve the financial report?
Episode Sponsor: Today's episode is sponsored by Brenda J. Stout, CPA, a full-service accounting firm specializing in Nonprofit Tax Compliance and IRS Problem Resolution.
This week we get an update on Nevada's Big Give, and Andy and Stacey share one thing they wish they knew before entering the nonprofit sector. We find out what to do if your board asks to see staff performance reviews, and whether or not it's a good idea to outsource your organization's finance function.
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What's up with Nevada's Big Give? - 0:00 One thing you wish you knew before working for a nonprofit - 3:36 What if the board wants to see performance reviews? - 11:43 Should we outsource our finance function? - 19:07
Episode Sponsor: Today's episode is sponsored by Brenda J. Stout, CPA, a full-service accounting firm specializing in Nonprofit Tax Compliance and IRS Problem Resolution.
Seriously, join ANN right now while it's half off. This week Stacey and Andy answer three Nonprofit 101 questions. We find out whether or not nonprofits can actually make a profit, Stacey shares the best way for a new nonprofit to start fundraising, and Andy completely misses the point and gets all the way into the weeds with an accounting question. Also, join ANN now!
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Can a nonprofit make a profit? - 0:00 What does everybody else need to know about accounting and finance? - 6:00 How should a small nonprofit raise money? - 22:50
Episode Sponsor: Today's episode is sponsored by Brenda J. Stout, CPA, a full-service accounting firm specializing in Nonprofit Tax Compliance and IRS Problem Resolution.
One of our vehicles got stolen - how do we tell our donors? Stacey has an idea. This week we tackle the classic question "Do pledges count against our fundraising budget?" Stacey and Andy have differing views on the importance of dressing for a job interview (btw, Andy's probably wrong), and we offer the 2019 version of silent auction dos and don'ts!
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Crafting messaging around a stolen vehicle - 0:00 Counting pledges against the budget - 8:33 Silent auction tips, 2019 version - 18:39 Job interview attire - 24:48
Episode Sponsor: Today's episode is sponsored by Brenda J. Stout, CPA, a full-service accounting firm specializing in Nonprofit Tax Compliance and IRS Problem Resolution.
A special episode on Silo Breaking! How do you break down silos within an organization? And how do you break down silos between organizations with similar or complementary missions? Stacy and Andy have solutions, including org charts, networking, and that annoying co-worker who wants to show you pictures of his kids.
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Breaking down silos
Episode Sponsor: Today's episode is sponsored by Brenda J. Stout, CPA, a full-service accounting firm specializing in Nonprofit Tax Compliance and IRS Problem Resolution.
This week we find out if staff should be invited to board meetings, and how to prepare if a funder wants to see your facilities. Stacey has some thoughts about a board member who wants to be a loaned executive (with no supervision), and we hear about Nevada's new raffle and charitable gaming law from attorney Katie Hoffman from Fennemore Craig.
Topics: Should staff be invited to board meetings? New Nevada rules for raffles and charitable gaming (with Guest Expert Katie Hoffman of Fennemore Craig) A board member as a loaned executive When a funder wants to see the facility
Episode Sponsor: Today's episode is sponsored by Brenda J. Stout, CPA, a full-service accounting firm specializing in Nonprofit Tax Compliance and IRS Problem Resolution.
What should you do if a funder asks to see client records? Stacey and Andy have opinions! This week we also find out how involved a board should be in the budgeting process, how to deal with random donor requests, and talk to guest expert and seasoned board chair Tanna Prince about whether or not to fire board members for low attendance.
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Funder wants to see client records - 0:00 How involved should the board be in budgeting - 5:27 Asking A Board Member to Resign (with Guest Expert Tanna Price) - 11:20 Random donor requests - 25:36
Do nonprofits need to comply with open meetings law? Find out this week! Stacey and Andy have differing opinions on job hopping, we learn the difference between overhead and operating costs, and Stacey talks about some cool RFP coordination among funders.
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Open Meetings Law Job Hopping (for a good reason) Overhead vs. Operating Cost RFP Coordination Among Funders
Episode Sponsor: Today's episode is sponsored by Brenda J. Stout, CPA, a full-service accounting firm specializing in Nonprofit Tax Compliance and IRS Problem Resolution.
Grants genius Beth Rubins explains the right way to fund overhead, and Stacey and Andy answer questions about how to select an audit firm and the bitter disappointment that is Amazon Smile.
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Amazon Smile Buzzwords to use in a grant for funding overhead, with Beth Rubins How to select an audit firm
Episode Sponsor: Today's episode is sponsored by Brenda J. Stout, CPA, a full-service accounting firm specializing in Nonprofit Tax Compliance and IRS Problem Resolution.
It's our anniversary! Over the last year we've answered 101 questions, talked for 780 minutes and played the bumper theme 127 times (sorry about that last one.) This week Andy answers a 401(k) vs 403(b) question someone was too lazy to Google, and Stacey talks with Guest Expert Clay Buck about Donor Dominance. Today's episode is sponsored by Brenda J. Stout, CPA.
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Difference between a 401(k) and a 403(b) Donor Dominance, with Clay Buck
In this jam-packed episode, we find out whether or not you can switch your nonprofit from a 501(c)4 to a 501(c)3, what constitutes a good conflict of interest policy, and if you can reimburse your board members for expenses. We check in with social media expert Heather Curry Frommer, who gives us tips on what channels to use for new donors, and are absolutely shocked to discover that both Stacey and Andy have totally different issues with time management.
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Switch from a 501(c)4 to a 501(c)3 A good conflict of interest policy Reimbursing board members for expenses Social Media channels for new donors with Heather Curry Frommer Managing a never-ending to do list
This week, Stacey crushes the dreams of a board member hoping to avoid a volunteer assignment, we find out what due diligence an org should do before hiring an executive director, and some strategies to prevent burnout from psychically heavy work. Andy gives Stacey tips on how to steal money, and we discuss the ever-confusing Vice President position on the board.
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Can a board member be a volunteer? - 0:00 Avoiding burnout from psychically demanding jobs - 2:48 Due diligence when hiring an Executive Director - 9:22 Preventing fraud - 17:14 Do we need a Vice President position? - 24:37
This week, we learn the difference between outputs and outcomes, and Stacey offers some great advice about grant reporting. We also tackle the advisory board question once again, and by request, we actually share some drunk at the gala stories.
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Outputs vs Outcomes Alcohol Policies for Fundraising Staff Grant Reporting Templates Advisory Board Advice
This week, we find out if you can send a donor to collection for failing to honor a pledge, and Stacey has some great advice about attending a donor's funeral. We also attempt to clear up the confusion between Trustees and Directors, and tap guest expert Karen Durkin, Executive Coach at Houldsworth, Russo & Company to answer a really hard question about how to keep staff from freaking out after an executive gets the axe.
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Enforceable Pledges Attending a Donor's Funeral Trustees vs. Directors Handling a High-Profile Firing/Departure, with Karen Durkin
This week we dedicate the whole podcast to a fascinating conversation with Julia Campbell, digital marketing consultant and author of Storytelling in the Digital Age: A Guide for Nonprofits. We had a question about Facebook fundraisers, but that was just the beginning...
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Working with Facebook Fundraisers
Is there a difference between an Director and a Trustee? Stacey knows. We also find out what questions an internal candidate for Executive Director should ask, and hear from guest expert Kevin Dincher on how to motivate unmotivatable employees.
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How does a board member resign? Questions an internal candidate can ask when applying for the Executive Director job Motivating a team for a technology change
How should you set stretch goals for a brand new Executive Director? Stacey and Andy have a few thoughts on the subject. Also, we find out why having to create an RFP might be a good planning exercise, and Andy goes completely off-topic when talking about cost centers.
How can an Executive Director tell if she's about to be fired? We have some thoughts. Stacey provides some useful information on how to prepare for a regional expansion, as well as how to cope with high employee turnover. We also give a bunch of information about potential bitcoin and cryptocurrency donations.
Not all questions are happy ones: this week, we find out how to deal with donations when you're closing a regional office. But on a happier note, Stacey has ideas on how to write grants that pay for salaries and Andy gives you audit prep tips. We discuss whether or not the ED and Board Chair can be the same person, as well as the technical difference between a mission and a vision.
Should you hire a development director or grant writer first? Or is that even the right question? Stacey knows. Also, we discuss great year-end reflection activities, and bring back our guest Greg Wilken of Endunamo Consulting, who tells us we were way too soft on the ED and Board Member relationship question.
This might be the best gift you get this Christmas! Anthony Alonso of Catapult Fundraising stops by to answer a ton of questions about direct mail, and Stacey and Andy poke a hole in your big-hearted employee bonus plan
What do you tell your donors when you miss your Giving Tuesday goal? Stacey knows! This week we also talk about what to do when the passion for your cause is gone, where to find a whistleblower policy template (the ANN website, for one), and whether you should budget for break-even or a surplus. And Andy and Stacey are completely mystified by a board member who wants to upend the mission because it's "just a band-aid".
Don't you hate it when the Executive Director is dating a Board Member? Stacey and Andy do. This week, we also find out whether or not an annual report is still required, and hear some amazing end-of-year fundraising tips from expert fundraiser Clay Buck.
Ah, the double-edged sword of government grants. This week, Andy remembers he has to pay his car insurance, we talk about how to assemble a cash flow projection, Stacey gives some great tips on how to get silent auction items, and we find out whether or not you can put a slow-moving organization's 501(c)3 on pause. Also, we tackle the ever thorny problem of just where to stick the Volunteer Department.
This week, our guest expert Greg Wilken of Endunamo Consulting answers a tough question about firing a long-tenured employee, Stacey (shockingly!) disagrees with Andy about overhead and optimization, and we find out whether or not to take donations from marijuana dispensaries.
This week, we find out who should participate in creating the strategic plan, and why you shouldn't volunteer for your own job. Andy provides the best single thing you can have to get your board to understand your financials, and Stacey shares the secret to winning any kind of fundraising presentation competition.
This week, we answer the most frequently asked question of both the Alliance for Nevada Nonprofits and Nonprofit Everything: "How do I start a nonprofit?" Our special guest is SCORE Counselor Bob Cushman.
This week, we talk about whether or not a nonprofit always needs to provide its services for free (spoiler: it doesn't), Stacey provides some tips on how to get gifts from donor advised funds, and Andy gives an organization some bad news about their 501(c) reinstatement. Also, attorney Lyn Beggs explains a new Nevada statute about accepting donations from pharmaceutical companies.
This week, we learn that bi-weekly and bi-monthly may or may not mean different things, Andy warns about the dangers of accepting "a portion of the proceeds" from strangers, we find out what financial information belongs on a nonprofit's website, how to handle unusual volunteer requests, and how to survive a founder transition.
This week, Stacey recommends arm wrestling to help determine a cash reserve strategy, we explain the difference between a fiscal sponsor and a fiscal agent, and get a bunch of great information on social media engagement with expert Heather Curry Frommer.
This week, Andy finally shows his true colors about his commitment to the nonprofit sector, we discover that it's probably already too late to start thinking about Giving Tuesday, and talk about what to do with an unexpected surplus. Plus we get a complicated question about fundraising experience for career advancement, and Stacey shares some great tips about landing a good board position.
This week, Andy reminisces about 80s glam rock, we find out the wrong time to talk about board giving, and Stacey shares her best teambuilding secret. We also discuss different kinds of audits and how to deal with a board member intent on ruining your retreat.
Happy July! This week we learn how many board meetings is too many, the fundraising value of carpet, and how to not be the person responsible for providing coffee for the entire board every month. Stacey rants about committee members, Andy rants about broken spreadsheets, and one of our listeners rants about their board chair.
This week we find out what the heck GDPR is and why we should care, and we get some advice from Mary Beth Hartleb from Prism Global Management Group on how to hire good employees. Stacey shares why never to work for a nonprofit that doesn't have insurance, and we talk about whether or not to share the budget details with staff.
This week, we're tackling the most frequently asked nonprofit questions, like the old familiar one, "how do you auction a horse?" We find out whether or not you need to file a form 990 if you have no assets or revenue, whether it's kosher for nonprofits to pay bonuses, and how to deal with the worst possible silent auction donation items. Stacey and Andy dispense even more career advice (this is starting to become a theme), and answer the age old question, "if a tree falls in the forest, will the IRS hear it."
In this episode, we find out how to determine the appropriate size of a board of directors, why “advisory board” makes both Andy and Stacey grumpy, and how to create a cohesive marketing/fundraising team. And Stacey gives some really good advice about why you shouldn’t change your nonprofit’s name to include the word “foundation." We also give a young nonprofit executive some career advice and salary negotiation tips!