Nonprofit Nuggets with Jennifer Yarbrough

Understanding the Nonprofit Business Model (Yes, It’s a Business!)

Does 'nonprofit' mean that you're not earning revenue? Many nonprofit leaders start a nonprofit organization without a clear understanding about the nonprofit business model. In this episode, I'm setting the record straight and explaining the nonprofit business model and the financials involved in running it. 

The Importance of Communication In Your Nonprofit's Success

As a nonprofit leader, one of your primary tasks is to communicate effectively if you want your nonprofit to succeed. But who are you supposed to communicate with? How do you do it? Where do you start? Listen to this episode to find out! 

How To Put Together a Fundraising Plan

A fundraising plan is an essential part of a nonprofit organization. Here are my tips on how you can create one. 

What It Really Means to Start a Nonprofit

In this episode, I talked about the realities of starting and sustaining a nonprofit—the things that people don't really talk about. Grab a cup of coffee, sit down, and take notes! ☕

Set the Record Straight: Where Does the Funding Come From?

Let's get something straight: how and where does the funding come from? If you're a nonprofit organization that needs revenue, listen to this podcast to find out!

Planning For Disasters, Downturns, and Difficulties

Nonprofits are one of society's pillars during natural disasters, economic downturns, and other difficulties. Our organizations fill in the gap that the government and private businesses cannot serve. How can we make sure that we are prepared for these kinds of circumstances so we can still continue serving the community?

How to Gain Fundraising Momentum

If you're a nonprofit leader who's feeling stuck about your fundraising efforts, then this podcast is for you. In this episode, I'm outlining the different steps on how you can gain momentum and be successful in growing your dollars.

Incorporating Grant Dollars to Your Revenue Stream

Nonprofits can have nine different streams of income, and one of them is from grants. In this episode, we'll talk about how to get grants and the ways you can incorporate your grant funding into your program budget.

Vaue The Donor!

Your donors deserve to be treated more than a walking checkbook! Get ready to take down notes as we talk about the key to being fully funded this year: learning how to value your donors and funders.

How to Prepare for Giving Tuesday Next Year

#GivingTuesday is one of the biggest philanthropic events where you can potentially raise a significant amount of funds for your nonprofit. It's never too early to prepare your #GivingTuesday campaign! This comprehensive training details how you can prepare as early as now for your #GivingTuesday campaign next year.

What Is Your Why?

Why do you want to start a community-based organization? In this episode, we'll discuss the importance of your drive, motivation, and reason for starting a nonprofit.

Steps To Funding A Fully Funded Nonprofit

Let's deep dive into the process of starting a nonprofit with a strategy and a plan to be fully funded. In this episode, we'll walk you through the basics of securing resources to deliver your programs and achieve your organizational goals.

Starting a Fully Funded Nonprofit: Things to Keep in Mind

It's easy to come up with the idea of starting a nonprofit. You've got the passion for helping people, but do you have what it takes to sustain and fully fund your organization? In this episode, I'll discuss the most important things to keep in mind—and put into action—when starting your nonprofit.

Strategies to Raise Money During a Bad Economy

In today's economic climate it is important for nonprofit organizations to have the right plans and strategies to continue to raise money for their programs and organizations. Today I am sharing some strategies that nonprofits should implement right away if you are looking to avoid having to reduce program or organizational plans the remainder of the year.    

Before You Start a Nonprofit, Listen to This First!

Starting a nonprofit is NOT just filing your From 1023. It is SO MUCH MORE to do when you are starting your nonprofit.  Listen to this and make sure you are starting your nonprofit the right way.

How to Get Your Board to Help With Fundraising

The number one reason why people do not donate to an organization is that they are not asked to do so. Things to remember as it pertains to your board's role in fundraising: Involvement invites investment. The board must role model giving behavior for other prospects and donors to follow. All fundraising is local. (Ensure your board represents your geography/service area, the major employers in your community, your legislative districts, etc.) You may need to teach philanthropy before...

The Secret to Successful Donor Cultivation

Donor cultivation is the most underappreciated and misunderstood part of the fundraising funnel.  Of the four primary components of the fundraising lifecycle (prospecting, cultivation, asking, and stewardship), it is cultivation that most often trips up most fundraising efforts. For most nonprofits, there is no real clue of what “donor cultivation” really means.  Cultivation is everything that happens between the time you identify a person as a prospect for your organization until the time...

How to Raise More Money For Your Nonprofit

Fundraising or asking for a donation is the activity to raise money for a nonprofit’s specific purposes. For a successful fundraising, you need to understand how to connect with potential donors, articulate impact and make a very clear ask. Are you unclear on how to begin to connect with donors? Do you want some clarity on how to attract new donors? Do you have trouble reaching your fundraising goals? Are you ready to learn how to fundraise from an expert? Grab this 5 part training with 1-...

Keys and Tips to Getting Grant Funding!

Nonprofit grant writing is a vital part of any smart and healthy fundraising strategy. However, before we jump into the fine details of successfully writing grant proposals, let’s review exactly what it is.  During this discussion, you will learn what grant writing is;  the process of applying for funding provided by a private, corporate, or government grant-maker; and what goes into consideration of who gets funding.  Also, I will be answering questions and sharing how brand new organiz...

Fundraising Basics to Jump Starting Your Year End Plan

Remember that fundraising is simply inviting people to be supportive of your nonprofit organization. You do that through personal contact and by educating and involving them. The following are truths you should incorporate into whatever fundraising you do: People give to people and because of people. People who don’t know you or your organization probably will not give. People that are connected to your cause, and are concerned about the problem that you are solving, are more likely to ...

Fundraising Basics to Jumpstarting Your Year End Plan

Remember that fundraising is simply inviting people to be supportive of your nonprofit organization. You do that through personal contact and by educating and involving them. The following are truths you should incorporate into whatever fundraising you do: People give to people and because of people. People who don’t know you or your organization probably will not give. People that are connected to your cause, and are concerned about the problem that you are solving, are more likely to ...

Fundraising Strategy

The number one predictor of fundraising success is the fundraising plan. It's not just the fundraising plan itself, but the act of planning. Simply taking time to reflect and put goals in writing is the leading indicator of how much you’ll bring in this year, be it donors or dollars. Today I am breaking down the 5 Simple "Steps to Making" the fundraising plan. The time to start your plan is now...the reward (money raised) is your benchmark.   I would love to hear your feedback on anythin...

This is Why People Give to Nonprofits: It Isn't About Money !!

Giving isn’t a business transaction. It’s a human connection. To inspire donors to give, you need to make a meaningful connection by showing them why they matter and how they can make a difference. When you understand why your donors give, you’ll be able to make a more effective appeal. The Top 4 Reasons People Give to Nonprofits They believe there is a need for the nonprofit’s mission in the community and they are confident the organization does good work They believe the nonprofit wil...

Steps to Finding Funding Stakeholders For Your Nonprofit

A "Stakeholder" refers to anyone, individual, or group that has an interest in your nonprofit. It includes people directly involved, such as board members, people you serve, donors, or foundations that give you grants. Many other individuals or groups can be stakeholders, too, even if they are more indirectly involved, such as vendors where you purchase supplies or services. A stakeholder can be the company that sponsors one of your events. All of these individuals and groups can be affe...

Raising More Money During COVID!

During good times and bad, some organizations raise a lot of money — and other organizations don’t. The organizations raising the most money, generally speaking, rely on best practices, technology, and the latest tools and resources available. Conversely, struggling organizations are stuck with well meaning, but fearful leaders and board members whose hands are tied by fear of failure; fear of change; lack of relationships and lack of courage...Stuck and can't to move. Of course, these a...

Steps to Increase Donations and Involvement

Words are everything in fundraising. One major key to your success is found in the strength of your nonprofit storytelling. The way you tell your story and engage people in your message can make or break your fundraising efforts. Jen, what do we mean by storytelling you may ask... At its most basic level, storytelling is a way to convey facts, information, history and experience from one person, the teller, to another, the listener, but it goes deeper than that. Stories are interacti...

Strategic Nonprofit Startup Up Tips

Let me start by celebrating the Leaders in you. You are awesome! You may think that deciding to invest a small amount in a resource to help you grow your business is a no brainer, but I assure you that it is not. When I first got into this nonprofit work over 30 years ago, I didn’t have access to a resource like I’ve created for you. As a result, I worked way too hard and way too long before I figured out how to successfully raise the funds needed to both deliver an impactful program and...

Steps to Starting a New Nonprofit

Passion Is Not Enough: The Most Common Mistakes Startup Nonprofits Make Starting a nonprofit is difficult, complex, and hard work. I am being kind when I say this part... It takes vision, guts, a clear mission, strong emotional intelligence,  and a lot of hard work just to get it off the ground. Think marathon race or mountain climbing.  Think liking to bake cakes to running a whole entire bakery. Its like a  serene lake that looks calm and relaxing on the top – but  once you are in it...

Why Is It Taking So Long to Raise Money For My Nonprofit?

Listen to discover the three (3) shifts to help you go from where you are to where you KNOW you should be by now in the area of your nonprofit startup and fundraising.   www.jdyarbrough.com #coachingbusiness #mindset #coaches #nonprofits #fundraising

Getting Unstuck: Moving Your Nonprofit Fundraising Forward

Every nonprofit organization is different. It takes many kinds of donors to support your work and further your mission. For some organizations, that might mean going after major donors. For others, it’s building a large community of support through individual donations, no matter how small. How can ONE THING work for all those scenarios? From a tactical standpoint, it can’t. It is important to understand cultivation, relationship building, a clear mission, strategic campaigns, mobilization s...

Starting a Nonprofit Program: Design and Marketing

In nonprofits, the product or service that they deliver are often referred to as a "program."  The mission of the organization is its overall purpose in the community. During strategic planning, planners work from the mission to identify several overall, major (or strategic) goals that must be reached and that, in total, work toward the mission. Each program is associated with achieving one or more strategic goals and, therefore, should contribute directly toward the mission as well. If an...

Fundraising Ideas During COVID-19

COVID-19 has had a serious side effect for many nonprofits—fundraising efforts cancelled and programs suspended due to funding Many organizations have either canceled or are in planning mode to ensure that they maximize all fundraising possible to deliver programs and maintain organizational operations. If you are struggling with fundraising ideas, here are a few ideas that can help your fundraising stay on track.   www.jdyarbrough.com Facebook: Nonprofit Leaders Impacting Lives Link...

Get More Donations For Your Nonprofit

DEFINITION: Impact is the difference your nonprofit makes: There's the work you do, and the results that flow from it.  98% of your donors give because of your impact...YES, even during COVID your organization can grow and maintain your funding with the right plan. That plan MUST include 4-5 different ways of sharing/showing impact each and every day. REMEMBER, articulating your impact is tied to your MONEY and fundraising capacity. www.jdyarbrough.com (442) 242-7748 Facebook: Nonprofi...

Steps to an Effective Donor Cultivation System

Difficult economic times are really tough for nonprofits. It is effectively a "double-whammy" in that they get less money coming and oftentimes have increased demand for their services. So in these kinds of times nonprofits have to get more efficient. Now more than ever donors like to see where their dollars are going. Consider this, you have an opportunity to inspire your donors with the fact that they are making the RIGHT DECISION to support you nonprofit.  You do this by being accountab...

Grant Readiness Checklist

According to Giving USA, “Giving by foundations had a record-breaking year, reaching its highest-ever dollar amount even when adjusted for inflation, and growing to its largest share (18%) of total giving to date in 2018.” Foundations contribute more than $70 billion to nonprofit organizations each year. If properly managed, grants are an important source of income. They can provide significant support for an organization’s programs, capital campaign, operational costs, and even unrestrict...

The Donor's WHY! What Makes A Donor Give.

What motivates a donor to give? Believing in the mission of the organization (54%) Believing that their gift can make a difference (44%) Experiencing personal satisfaction, enjoyment or fulfillment (39%) Supporting the same causes annually (36%) This is a clear break down of what goes into the donor decisions to give to your organization. I share sometimes and strategies to connect with prospective donors, identify what is the "connection" trigger that will educate, inspire and motiv...

What TO DO When Starting Your Nonprofit Organization

This is WHAT TO DO you START your Nonprofit and Raise Funds for programs and the organization. 1. Start with a clear plan 2. Patiently lay a sound foundation 3. Properly prepare yourself and the board  4. Invest in the system(s) that will generate revenue for the organization 5. Build relationships  I am a consultant with thirty years of experience in the nonprofit field who specializes in helping people successfully start 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations. Expert help with fil...

Steps to Starting a Nonprofit Your Community Will Support

When starting a nonprofit, most people think that having their status is enough.  When it fact, there is opportunities that many organizations are missing when they begin and it is costing them major support - and I mean financial support! In this podcast I am sharing the keys to starting a successful organization and what has helped me raise hundreds of millions of dollars for thousands of nonprofits both nationally and internationally. Take a listen and feel free to schedule some time ...

How to Raise Money For Your Nonprofit Without Asking!

For many nonprofit leaders, it is VERY frustrating to have an amazing program that no one is supporting.  I cannot count in one week the number of people who tell me how uncomfortable they are "asking for money."  This is how you get the attention of the donors who want to help you do your work...and be apart of it month after month after month. Listen to these Nonprofit Nuggets and simply follow the steps.  98% of donors give because of impact...let's start speaking the language of sustai...

Clarity Equals Dollars for Your Nonprofit

Starting a nonprofit is very complex and for that reason it is essential to have clarity of all elements needed to ensure your organization is impactful and sustainable.   Going from the "startup" with nothing, to a sustainable and financially healthy nonprofit, is not for the timid. Nor is it something that you want to use the "trial and error" system of leading if you expect the organization to grow and thrive. Over my 30 plus years of experience, I have seen the biggest challenges for...

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Get the Attention of Donors: Change Not Money!

This is a series that will walk you through the practical and actual steps of starting your nonprofit organization. Every leaders is concerned about not having enough money to pay for material, supplies to hire staff and operate month to month.  I am going to break down exactly what to do to START your nonprofit with the understanding of what it takes for it to be fully funded.

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NonProfit Nuggets with Jennifer Yarbrough

Are you a nonprofit leader who is looking for real insight into how to successfully startup, fundraise for, or successfully lead your nonprofit organization.  If you answered yes, this podcast is for you. In this podcast you will discover:  1. What a nonprofit really is; 2. Grant tips; and, 3. Ways to raise money for your nonprofit I share with you how I have raised hundreds of millions of dollars stretching beyond traditional grants, and trained thousands of organizations across t...

Nonprofit Startup Guide: 501c3 Requirements

Are you a nonprofit leader who is looking for real insight into how to successfully startup, fundraise for, or successfully lead your nonprofit organization.  If you answered yes, this podcast is for you. In this podcast you will discover:  1. What a nonprofit really is; 2. Grant tips; and, 3. Ways to raise money for your nonprofit I share with you how I have raised hundreds of millions of dollars stretching beyond traditional grants, and trained thousands of organizations across t...