Latest Major donor Podcast Episodes
How can I transition my nonprofit from being all volunteer-based to paid positions?
Sharity Global Podcast - September 01, 2021 09:00 - 2 minutesThis is a common question in the nonprofit community. Many organizations have reached the realization point of needing paid staff. Whether that's a social worker, executive director, or even just an accountant, they need to begin the transition from being run by volunteers to having paid positio...
I just got my 501c3; Now what?
Sharity Global Podcast - August 25, 2021 09:00 - 2 minutesFor many nonprofits who have just gotten a 501c3, they jump into doing services and skip the most critical step. Once you have the 501c3 paperwork in your hands, pause, take a deep breath, pull those close advisers, that new board of directors around you, and develop that business plan. You'r...
Grants vs. Large Donors
Sharity Global Podcast - August 18, 2021 09:00 - 2 minutesSo, what is the difference between grants and large donors? Some major gifts are going to be more technical with meeting the outcomes and reporting requirements of the funder. You need to work with the donor, cultivate them, get them engaged in your plan, and then have the stewardship afterward...
What is the difference between public and private grants?
Sharity Global Podcast - August 04, 2021 09:00 - 1 minuteKnow the difference between public vs. private grants! Public grants come from government sources. They have a lot of strings attached. Before receiving public funding, make sure your nonprofit has the infrastructure in place to do the back-end part of the grants, not just deliverables on the m...
How do I identify the right donors for my organization?
Sharity Global Podcast - July 28, 2021 09:00 - 2 minutesIdentifying the right donors is the biggest mystery for nonprofits, but it doesn’t have to be complicated! Start with your center circle, those closest to your nonprofit. If you haven’t convinced your inner circle to give, you shouldn’t be looking outside that network. There is so much potenti...
What is the best way for my organization to collect data?
Sharity Global Podcast - July 21, 2021 09:00 - 2 minutesCollecting data to show your nonprofit’s impact can seem really difficult. However, it doesn’t have to be as complicated as some make it out to be. Start out by sitting with your team and asking the question: What are we trying to accomplish? When someone walks through our doors, what transform...
What is the number one thing funders look for when deciding which nonprofit to support?
Sharity Global Podcast - July 14, 2021 09:00 - 2 minutesFunders look for variety of things when deciding which nonprofit to support. Do you have everything in place? There are 5 main things funders examine: Plan, Measurable Outcomes, Budget, Team, Additional Donor Support. Take Sharity’s Fundraising Fitness Test and find out how well your nonprofit...
What is the difference between restricted and unrestricted funds?
Sharity Global Podcast - July 07, 2021 09:00 - 2 minutesMake sure you know when there are strings attached to the funds you receive! When there are funding restrictions, it’s important to understand and document where that money needs to be spent, and let funders know you spent the money in the way that they intended it. If you have questions, we h...
Who should be included in board meetings?
Sharity Global Podcast - June 30, 2021 09:00 - 2 minutesWho should be involved in your board meetings? It all depends on your organization and the conversations you’re having in meetings. Its a balance between ensuring your board doesn’t overstep their boundaries, while still getting the opportunity to understand the depth of what’s going on at yo...
What do you do when a donor asks for a refund on their donation?
Sharity Global Podcast - June 23, 2021 09:00 - 2 minutesThis should be a major red flag for your organization. When it comes to donor relationships, it’s so important to be open and transparent. Anytime money comes in from a donor, save that information in writing, including what you promised and how you would deliver. Respond to donors, have a co...
What should a grants process looks like and who should be involved?
Sharity Global Podcast - June 16, 2021 09:00 - 3 minutesMake sure you've got everything in place before submitting those grants! You often get one opportunity before getting a bad reputation and losing funding in the future. Sharity’s grant management services can set you up in a project management system and provide expert review of your reports to...
How do I setup a monthly giving program?
Sharity Global Podcast - June 09, 2021 09:00 - 2 minutesSo, how do you get somebody to go from giving a one-time ask to giving monthly? Think about recurring expenses of your organization that you could go out and ask donors to sponsor. Then, make sure you have a good software platform to make it easy for donors to integrate into your monthly giving...
How do I find grants available for my organization?
Sharity Global Podcast - June 02, 2021 09:00 - 2 minutesSo, how and where should your organization get started with the grants process? Grants are just like a major gift ask. They have to be cultivated! You need to go in a meet with the staff, talk to them, and show them why you are a good investment for their funds. It’s all about having a plan, p...
What’s the difference between nonprofit Executive Director, CEO, and President?
Sharity Global Podcast - May 26, 2021 09:00 - 2 minutesIt’s important to have an understanding of the different roles and titles within your nonprofit. Think through what you’re calling people, why, and have the legal documentation behind it. Sharity can help you organize your team and make sure you have the roles in place to grow your organizatio...
What questions should I ask and qualities to look for when bringing new people onto my team?
Sharity Global Podcast - May 19, 2021 09:00 - 2 minutesDon’t make the wrong hiring decisions! Sit down with your team and have a conversation about what is important to us in terms of our culture. Document behaviors that come along with those attributes, so you can look out for them when interviewing. Need help expanding your team? Sharity’s nonpr...
What do I do if my grant gets rejected?
Sharity Global Podcast - May 12, 2021 09:00 - 2 minutes1 out of every 4 times we do an ask, it gets rejected. If your grant gets rejected, don’t just leave it and walk away. Take a step back and figure out why. Follow up and ask for feedback. Know where your proposal fell short, so you can improve the next time. Learn from Sharity’s top grant prof...
How do nonprofits use ROI to show impact?
Sharity Global Podcast - May 05, 2021 09:00 - 2 minutesROI is a hot buzzword in the nonprofit sector right now! Return on investment can be a lot of different things. Make sure you are really clear about what ROI means to the particular person you’re talking to and how your organization is communicating it. Sharity can help your organization look ...
How Can I Communicate My Nonprofit’s Impact With Donors?
Sharity Global Podcast - April 28, 2021 09:00 - 2 minutesThis is a big question for nonprofits. In order to communicate your organization’s impact with donors, you first have to know what your impact is. How is your nonprofit measuring whether or not your programs are transforming people's lives? Know what data to share with donors and how to identi...
We don't have a grant writer, but really want to start writing grants. Where do we start?
Sharity Global Podcast - April 21, 2021 09:00 - 2 minutesHow do you start writing grants? In today’s episode Carol Wick, Sharity President, shares where to begin in the process of getting grants for your organization. The first step is to write a business plan. Have an idea of what you’re trying to accomplish, what programs you’re going to have inv...
How Do You Personalize Outreach To Your Organization's Supporters?
Sharity Global Podcast - April 14, 2021 09:00 - 2 minutesSo how do you personalize outreach to your organization’s supporters? In today’s episode, Carol Wick shares some key things nonprofits should do in order to build a more personal relationship and open up new opportunities with donors. When donors come in through the internet, it is so importa...
How Can I Get Supporters More Engaged After An Event?
Sharity Global Podcast - April 07, 2021 22:00 - 2 minutesSo how do you get supporters more engaged with your nonprofit after they come to your events? In today's podcast episode, Carol Wick (President, Sharity Global) discusses some of the top points around how to make the most out of your live events! This episode includes: - What is the ROI for li...
Diversity and #MeToo with Randy Stephens
Sharity Global Podcast - February 06, 2020 21:00 - 32 minutesRandy Stephens joins founder Carol Wick as they talk about the changing work environments since the beginning of #MeToo movement and focus on gender identity. We discuss how to ensure your nonprofit is prepared to address any concerns that might arise. How can you ensure that your organization i...
From For-Profit to Nonprofit with Randy Stephens
Sharity Global Podcast - February 06, 2020 21:00 - 24 minutesIn this episode, we chat with Randy Stephens, former Executive Director of The Center in Orlando Florida about what it takes to move from the for-profit world to the nonprofit world. Many professionals who work for profit-based businesses often think about moving to the nonprofit world as the n...
Government Relations with Joe Kilsheimer
Sharity Global Podcast - January 24, 2020 17:00 - 29 minutesJoe Kilsheimer is a Sharity Expert whose practice advises clients in strategic public relations / public affairs, message development, crisis communications and media negotiations. From 2014 to 2018, Kilsheimer served as the elected mayor of Apopka. While in office, Kilsheimer led the city thro...
Marketing & PR with Joe Kilsheimer
Sharity Global Podcast - January 24, 2020 02:00 - 37 minutesJoe Kilsheimer is a Sharity Expert whose practice advises clients in strategic public relations / public affairs, message development, crisis communications and media negotiations. From 2014 to 2018, Kilsheimer served as the elected mayor of Apopka. While in office, Kilsheimer led the city thr...
Nonprofit Finance with Laura Wallace
Sharity Global Podcast - January 24, 2020 01:00 - 31 minutesCarol Wick discusses finance with Laura Wallace who is an expert in nonprofit finance and has spent over 20 years as a CPA helping troubled organizations in both nonprofit and for-profit industries. Support the show (http://www.sharityglobal.com)
Organization Culture with Teri Yanovitch
Sharity Global Podcast - December 27, 2019 00:00 - 33 minutesCarol Wick sits down with Teri Yanovitch to talk about building a good culture in your nonprofit organization and maintaining positive work environments. Teri Yanovitch brings a powerful combination of customer service expertise and a real how-to approach to her audiences. She honed her skills...
Staffing Your Nonprofit with Ruth Patrick
Sharity Global Podcast - December 27, 2019 00:00 - 30 minutesRuth Patrick sits down with carol Wick to talk about staffing your nonprofit. Ruth has a 30+ year career in executive leadership in the non-profit sector. She has skills in program development, human resource, and facility management, strategic planning, donor stewardship, fundraising, systems ...
Grant Writing for your Nonprofit with Ruth Patrick
Sharity Global Podcast - December 19, 2019 15:00 - 59 minutesCarol Wick sits down with Ruth Patrick to discuss grant writing for your nonprofit. As both a funder and a recipient of funding, Ruth over 35 years of experience on the subject. Ruth has a 30+ year career in executive leadership in the non-profit sector. She has skills in program development, h...
Team Building for Nonprofits with Dr. Cecilia McInnis-Bowers
Sharity Global Podcast - December 17, 2019 19:00 - 45 minutesCarol Wick sits down with Dr. Cecilia McInnis-Bowers to discuss one of the most important components of a successful nonprofit organization, your team. Having the right team who can do the job is one of the main drivers for reaching your goals in terms of fundraising and executing on your missio...
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