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520. 9 Nonprofit Trends That Matter in 2024: Media scales impact. - Jon McCoy, Becky Endicott, Carolina Garcia Jayaram and Eva Bloomfield
520. 9 Nonprofit Trends That Matter in 2024: Media scales impact. - Jon McCoy, Becky Endicott, Carolina Garcia Jayaram and Eva Bloomfield

Welcome back to the final episode in our 9️⃣Nonprofit Trends that Matter in 2024 Series. We’re exploring how the world of philanthropy can be revolutionized through the power of media. Discover the secrets to making your nonprofit stand out by thinking like a media company💡 This week, we're joined by Carolina Garcia Jayaram, CEO, and Eva Bloomfield, CMO, from The Elevate Prize Foundation, a global nonprofit amplifying social impact and empowering passionate problem solvers, leaders and innovators. They’re on a mission to “Make Good Famous” and they are leveraging the power of media to do just that📢  Join us for a masterclass on maximizing your nonprofit's reach and sparking grassroots movements through storytelling and innovative strategies. Tune in for pro tips and disruptive ideas for organizations of all sizes!

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Digital Strategy, Fundraising, Innovation, StrategyAndie Murphybatch22, trends, giving, philanthropy, Innovation, technologyComment
518. 9 Nonprofit Trends That Matter in 2024: Make Generosity Frictionless. - Jon McCoy, Becky Endicott, and Vance Roush
518. 9 Nonprofit Trends That Matter in 2024: Make Generosity Frictionless. - Jon McCoy, Becky Endicott, and Vance Roush

Welcome back to our 9️⃣ Nonprofit Trends that Matter in 2024 Series! As we near the end of our series, we're exploring how we can make generosity frictionless. We're used to frictionless payments in other aspects of our lives after all📱 With just a few taps on our phones, transactions are completed, and orders arrive at our doorsteps in a matter of hours. Joining us today is Vance Roush, the founder and CEO of Overflow, a platform allowing orgs to accept non-cash donations seamlessly. Together, we'll explore the digital evolution of donor behavior, the upcoming wealth transfer, and how these factors intersect with the shift toward identity-driven philanthropy. This episode is packed with tips, real-world case studies, and actionable insights to streamline your nonprofit's giving journey in today's digital landscape. Tune in now to embrace frictionless philanthropy💸

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Digital Strategy, Fundraising, Innovation, StrategyAndie Murphybatch22, trends, giving, philanthropy, Innovation, technologyComment
511. Engaging with Creators + A Winning Formula for Developing Campaigns That Meet the Moment - Neda Azarfar
511. Engaging with Creators + A Winning Formula for Developing Campaigns That Meet the Moment - Neda Azarfar

Meet Alice. For her, finding life-saving cancer treatments is personal, not just professional. With a career in biotech that's witnessed industry milestones, she now leads BrightEdge at the American Cancer Society. BrightEdge is a venture capital fund directing philanthropic donations to startups pioneering cancer-fighting solutions. Established in 2019, it's already invested $28.9 million in 18 companies, with the potential to benefit 1.5 million patients and families. Don't miss this inspiring discussion on driving impact and innovation in the fight against cancer. 🎗️

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Strategy, Philanthropy, InnovationAndie Murphybatch22, fundraising, philanthropy, social media, marketingComment
509. Reimagining Philanthropy: How American Cancer Society's BrightEdge is Pioneering a New Model of Philanthropy - Alice Lin Pomponio
509. Reimagining Philanthropy: How American Cancer Society's BrightEdge is Pioneering a New Model of Philanthropy - Alice Lin Pomponio

Meet Alice. For her, finding life-saving cancer treatments is personal, not just professional. With a career in biotech that's witnessed industry milestones, she now leads BrightEdge at the American Cancer Society. BrightEdge is a venture capital fund directing philanthropic donations to startups pioneering cancer-fighting solutions. Established in 2019, it's already invested $28.9 million in 18 companies, with the potential to benefit 1.5 million patients and families. Don't miss this inspiring discussion on driving impact and innovation in the fight against cancer. 🎗️

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Strategy, Philanthropy, InnovationAndie Murphybatch22, fundraising, Innovation, giving, philanthropyComment
508. 9 Nonprofit Trends That Matter in 2024: Upskill in the Age of AI + New Tech - Jon McCoy, Becky Endicott, and Shereese Floyd
508. 9 Nonprofit Trends That Matter in 2024: Upskill in the Age of AI + New Tech - Jon McCoy, Becky Endicott, and Shereese Floyd

Welcome back to another week of the 9️⃣ Nonprofit Trends that Matter in 2024 Series! This week, we're delving into upskilling in the age of AI and new tech With technology advancing rapidly, it's essential to work smarter, not harder. Join us as we explore the power of AI, its ethical use, and how to balance it with your human empathy and lived experience. Special guest Shereese Floyd, Founder of AI Consultants for Nonprofits, is sharing her expertise on how we can upskill our teams in this modern era. We’re talking about doubling fundraising with laser-targeted campaigns, streamlining operations with automated tasks and unlocking deeper donor connections. No matter where you are in the AI adoption curve, there's a path forward tailored to your organization's unique needs - you’ve got this📣

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Strategy, Innovation, Ethics, Digital StrategyAndie Murphybatch22, trends, Innovation, ethics, digital strategy, technologyComment
506. 9 Nonprofit Trends That Matter in 2024: Retention is an Inside Job. - Jon McCoy, Becky Endicott, Evan Wildstein and Michelle Flores Vryn
506. 9 Nonprofit Trends That Matter in 2024: Retention is an Inside Job. - Jon McCoy, Becky Endicott, Evan Wildstein and Michelle Flores Vryn

Welcome back to week three of our  9️⃣ Nonprofit Trends that Matter in 2024 Series! It’s time to name the elephant in the room: Retention. But we aren’t just talking about retaining our donors - the greatest retention issue that isn’t talked about enough is the retention of our nonprofit staff. For a sector built on relationships, we have to build a culture that creates retention from the inside out.  After all, if our staff isn’t compelled to stay, why should our donors? 🤔Joining us to delve into this critical trend are two seasoned in-house nonprofit leaders, Evan Wilstein and Michelle Flores Vryn, CFRE. Together they conducted a comprehensive survey on staff retention—exploring the reasons people leave and, conversely, what motivates them to stay. The survey results, though disheartening, shed light on the reality we face.  Join us to find out more about the reality of retention and where we go from here🧭

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Strategy, Leadership, ValuesAndie Murphybatch22, trends, culture, retention, leadershipComment
505. How Mother Cabrini Health Foundation Launched + Scaled with a Startup Mentality - Channon Lucas
505. How Mother Cabrini Health Foundation Launched + Scaled with a Startup Mentality - Channon Lucas

Meet Channon. Five years ago, she started as the second official employee of Mother Cabrini Health Foundation, New York’s largest grantmaking foundation. Since then, the Foundation has granted over $635 million to nonprofits improving the health and well-being of New Yorkers  🏥From the jump, Channon set out to disrupt traditional philanthropy practices and organizational structures.  She’s pulling back the curtain on how she operationalized and designed the Foundation with a ‘startup mentality’, building an internal system that allows the organization to flourish but remain flexible🔄 If you’re wondering if you can truly foster a workplace culture that balances continuous learning with the courage to embrace change, this episode is for you💪

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Leadership, Management, Strategy, InnovationAndie Murphybatch22, leadership, culture, InnovationComment
504. 9 Nonprofit Trends That Matter in 2024: It's No Longer Business As Usual. Period. - Jon McCoy, Becky Endicott, and Brett Hagler
504. 9 Nonprofit Trends That Matter in 2024: It's No Longer Business As Usual. Period. - Jon McCoy, Becky Endicott, and Brett Hagler

Discover the secrets to not just surviving but thriving in the nonprofit sector. Our 9️⃣Nonprofit Trends that Matter in 2024 Series continues🥳 This week, we’re diving into the 1st trend: It’s no longer business as usual. Period. Let’s face it things are never going back to “the way it’s always been.” We’re sharing who’s doing it well, our PRO tips and what we’re hearing in the community about this trend. Plus, we’re bringing on an expert guest to talk us through it. Brett Hagler, CEO and Founder of New Story, Fast Company’s Most Innovative Company in the World, is joining us to share how New Story lives out this trend. It’s time to embrace creative solutions, new business models, collaborative partnerships, and technology-driven strategies to enhance our impact. Don’t miss this episode that’ll help adapt to the evolving landscape of social change💪

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Strategy, InnovationAndie Murphybatch22, trends, InnovationComment
503. Simplifying + Scaling Social Impact: Practical Tools for Maximizing Your Impact - Scott Curran
503. Simplifying + Scaling Social Impact: Practical Tools for Maximizing Your Impact - Scott Curran

Meet Scott. He’s a visionary social impact and legal adviser to global brands and nonprofits🌍 He’s the CEO and Founder of Beyond Advisers, with current and former clients including the Clinton Foundation, UN Foundation’s Clean Cooking Alliance, The Starbucks Foundation, Sean Penn’s CORE and many more. Navigating uncertainty and fostering organizational growth is a challenge, but Scott's insights remind us to learn from other’s success remembering that all nonprofits have the same four core tenants. Tune in to get excited about maximizing your organization’s impact in 2024🌟

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Leadership, Management, StrategyAndie Murphybatch22, leadership, strategic planning, culture, social impactComment
502. 9 Nonprofit Trends That Matter in 2024 - Jon McCoy, CFRE and Becky Endicott, CFRE
502. 9 Nonprofit Trends That Matter in 2024 - Jon McCoy, CFRE and Becky Endicott, CFRE

Join Jon and Becky as we kick off our 9 Nonprofit Trends That Matter in 2024 Series! This is where we introduce the trends we believe nonprofits should get behind in the new year and beyond. Over the next several weeks, we’re rolling out each of these trends, curating resources for each one and bringing epic guests to share their insights all to help you elevate your mission in 2024. Join us to embrace this year with bravery and boldness! 🌟

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Leadership, Strategy, Innovation, ValuesAndie Murphybatch22, leadership, culture, trends, mindsetComment
501. Building Thriving Teams + Crafting Strategic Plans for Success and Retention - Kishshana Palmer
501. Building Thriving Teams + Crafting Strategic Plans for Success and Retention - Kishshana Palmer

Meet Kishshana. She’s an evangelist in her belief that having amazing talent is the #1 competitive advantage in your business💪 Her perspective is a valuable lens to evaluate and elevate organizational cultures. She’s bringing her insights on building thriving teams, crafting strategic plans for success, and creating a retention culture. This is a must-listen for all leaders who want to level up their impact and keep their team engaged for the year ahead. Don’t miss it! 🎤

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Leadership, Management, StrategyAndie Murphybatch22, leadership, strategic planning, cultureComment
495. The 4 V’s to Create Meaningful Goals for 2024 - Jon McCoy, CFRE and Becky Endicott, CFRE
495. The 4 V’s to Create Meaningful Goals for 2024 - Jon McCoy, CFRE and Becky Endicott, CFRE

Jon and Becky are here with an episode all about getting geared up for the year ahead. As we're on the brink of 2024, it's the perfect time to take a breather, reflect on where you're at and map out some meaningful goals. You've likely been knee-deep in year-end fundraising, plotting out your business goals, and scheming up your strategy for the new year. But, we hope you’ll take some time today to explore the 4 V’s of Meaningful Goals. We’re bringing you an actionable framework, crafted by Abby Fox,  We Are For Good's Chief of Staff, that you can put into action right away whether you’re a team of one or a large shop. Get ready for some impactful goal planning🎯

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Values, Strategy, OperationsAndie Murphystrategic planning, values, strategy, batch21Comment
493. Strategic Planning + Innovation in Uncertain Times - Joan Garry
493. Strategic Planning + Innovation in Uncertain Times - Joan Garry

Meet Joan. She’s a powerhouse in the nonprofit sector, Principal of Joan Garry Consulting and founder of the Nonprofit Leadership Lab. With a blog reaching 150,000 leaders monthly and a podcast, Nonprofits Are Messy, with over 2 million listens from 207 countries 🌎, Joan is a sought-after executive coach and strategic advisor for major organizations. Her remarkable journey includes turning around GLAAD during a deep financial crisis (with just $360 in the bank 😬), leading it to prominence and impact. In this episode, we explore the necessity of injecting innovation into nonprofits and the hallmarks of an innovative, modern nonprofit professional. Join us as we uncover the secret sauce to nonprofit success, featuring Joan’s stories that had us literally laughing out loud 🤣

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Strategy, Innovation, LeadershipAndie Murphystrategy, strategic planning, Innovation, leadership, batch21Comment
488. Harnessing AI for Good: AI in the Nonprofit Sector - Justin Spelhaug and Erik Arnold
488. Harnessing AI for Good: AI in the Nonprofit Sector - Justin Spelhaug and Erik Arnold

Meet Erik and Justin. These tech visionaries from Microsoft's Tech for Social Impact team are peeling back the layers of AI's transformative potential in the nonprofit sector. From its potential in donor engagement and fundraising to enhancing program effectiveness, AI can amplify the impact of nonprofit organizations. Erik and Justin are sharing their advice on getting started with AI tools and highlighting the importance of responsible and ethical adoption of these emerging technologies🤖While technology is central to the discussion, the human element remains paramount. AI can be a co-pilot helping nonprofit leaders make an even bigger impact.  Tune in so you can meet this AI moment without fear and maybe even with excitement 🤗

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Fundraising, Strategy, InnovationAndie Murphybatch20, Innovation, technology, fundraisingComment
453. How to Harness Innovation to Scale Meaningful Impact (Replay) - Evan Feinberg
453. How to Harness Innovation to Scale Meaningful Impact (Replay) - Evan Feinberg

Meet Evan. This starry-eyed dreamer sought to change the world first through politics before pivoting into the nonprofit sector after finding his passion awakened in social service. In five years, his organization built one of the largest and most effective anti-poverty nonprofit communities in the country. Tune in and hear how the Stand Together Foundation viewed poverty as an innovation problem and began to look for solutions in new spaces to unleash human potential. It's a brilliant discussion into innovation, storytelling & they're even giving funding away to high-impact orgs who are breaking cycles and changing lives. You might be one of them!

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Leadership, Strategy, InnovationJulie Conferleadership, innovation, vision, batch19Comment
452. Sustainability + Scaling Panel: How to Sustain and Scale Your Mission - Veronica LaFemina, Brian Joseph, Eric Newman and Kimberly O'Neill
452. Sustainability + Scaling Panel: How to Sustain and Scale Your Mission - Veronica LaFemina, Brian Joseph, Eric Newman and Kimberly O'Neill

Join this panel of modern impact thinkers as we explore how to build a sustainable mission that grows and thrives over time, diversifies revenue, takes care of its people, builds strategies to forecast and evolve, and innovates how to deliver impact.

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Strategy, Innovation, FundraisingAndie Murphygrowth mindset, fundraising, Innovation, batch19Comment
450. Innovation Panel: How to Harness Innovation and Embrace Risk - Alison Moore, Iara Peng and Sarah Lee
450. Innovation Panel: How to Harness Innovation and Embrace Risk - Alison Moore, Iara Peng and Sarah Lee

Responsive nonprofits know changing the world starts by changing ourselves—our organizations—our processes—and our approach. We’re exploring how to accelerate innovation through partnerships, by striving for a culture of innovation and embracing risk-taking in the nonprofit sector. Plus, you’ll hear how small wins can shift the culture and create momentum and provide a long runway for experimentation. Join this panel of modern impact thinkers as we explore innovation and the opportunity that exists for you and your mission today.

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Fundraising, Strategy, Partner Management, InnovationAndie Murphymindsets, growth mindset, partnerships, social impact, batch19Comment
448. Evolved Nonprofit Sector Panel: Enhancing Impact, Rethinking Revenue, and Fostering Personal Development - Mallory Erickson, Aila Malik, Anne Marie Dougherty, and Woodrow Rosenbaum
448. Evolved Nonprofit Sector Panel: Enhancing Impact, Rethinking Revenue, and Fostering Personal Development - Mallory Erickson, Aila Malik, Anne Marie Dougherty, and Woodrow Rosenbaum

While the world constantly moves forward, being responsive means we choose to evolve. To use our collective strength, vulnerability, grit, and passion to meet the moment and change the world—for good. Join this panel of modern impact thinkers as we explore the evolving nonprofit sector, and how we can meet the moment today.

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Fundraising, Strategy, Partner Management, InnovationAndie Murphymindsets, growth mindset, partnerships, social impact, batch19Comment
445. How to Navigate Seasons of Change at your Organization (Replay) - Aila Malik
445. How to Navigate Seasons of Change at your Organization (Replay) - Aila Malik

Meet Aila. She loves molding strong leaders and getting organizations pointed toward success - which means she joins them in the trenches. She's come to know that if leaders enter from a place of humility and ready to learn from everything/everyone, then great partnerships are built from the ground level. We know many leaders are asking now, "How can I lead well during this crazy season of change?" Well, Aila's taking our hand and walking us through the steps to be an in-tune, inspiring leader. BONUS: she's providing tips for rolling out a new vision too.

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Leadership, StrategyAndie Murphyleadership, batch19Comment
443. Best of Season 7: 5 Takeaways We Don't Want You to Miss - Jon McCoy, CFRE, Becky Endicott, CFRE and Julie Confer
443. Best of Season 7: 5 Takeaways We Don't Want You to Miss - Jon McCoy, CFRE, Becky Endicott, CFRE and Julie Confer

It’s the Season 7️⃣ Finale 🎉 Tune in to hear the biggest takeaways we've gleaned from the 74 episodes we’ve aired during the season. We’re sharing our favorite episodes, mic drop and some big updates for this summer on the pod. Join Jon, Becky and Julie for a sneak peek behind the We Are For Good studio curtain👀

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Community, Strategy, ValuesAndie Murphypodcasting, self reflection, values, batch18Comment