Learn why and how your nonprofit should solicit and accept stock donations with tips from Jonathan Delshad, Founder and CEO of Stock Donator . Hear Jenni’s unsolicited advice about your next job posting. Plus, get a fun update about what’s coming up next month on the Nonprofit Jenni Show! In this episode, we mention a few resources you may want to check out: — Stock Donator’s free Guide to Soliciting Stock Donations — Learn Grant Writing’s free webinar on How to Become a Grant Writer — My once-p...
Oct 25, 2021•33 min
Hear an update about my book club for nonprofit leaders. Learn how Taneshia Nash Laird, President and CEO of Newark Symphony Hall, has built trust with her community and other organizations that support her work. Finally, I want to give you a $50 Amazon gift card! In this episode, we mention a few resources you may want to check out: — Join Jenni’s book club for nonprofit leaders — Schedule a call with me to get a $50 Amazon gift card — Check out Newark Symphony Hall — Get matched with grant fun...
Oct 18, 2021•25 min
I share 5 tips from my newly updated Giving Tuesday Planning Toolkit to make your campaign super successful this year! Then we’ll Rewind and hear a past interview from a nonprofit leader about how she planned a successful Giving Tuesday campaign in 2018. Finally, I want to give you a $50 Amazon gift card! In this episode, we mention a few resources you may want to check out: — Jenni’s Giving Tuesday Planning Toolkit (Don’t forget to use code TUES49 to get it for just $49!) — Little Green Light’s...
Oct 11, 2021•33 min
I want to help your nonprofit meet its 2021 revenue goals by giving away some free ad spots! Next, L. Brian Jenkins talks about how to create diverse revenue streams to ensure long-term sustainability for your nonprofit. Finally, can I give you a $50 Amazon gift card? In this episode, we mention a few resources you may want to check out: — Enter for a chance to win free ad spots featuring your nonprofit: https://nonprofitjenni.com/giftsthatgiveback — Schedule a half-hour call with me to get a $5...
Oct 04, 2021•30 min
Grant Hensel, CEO of Nonprofit Megaphone, shares 13 examples of how your nonprofit can create free Google search ads to attract new supporters. In this episode, we mention a few resources you may want to check out: — Use code JENNI10 to get 10% off your tickets to the Social Media for Non-Profits Virtual Summit: tinyurl.com/nonprofitsocial — Grant Hensel’s company, which helps nonprofits secure the Google Ad Grant for free: nonprofitmegaphone.com — My past podcast episodes featuring Grant Hensel...
Sep 20, 2021•31 min
Data expert Randy Gorod specializes in helping nonprofits improve their donor data systems, and he wants to share easy tips for YOUR nonprofit to make better use of donor data! In this episode, we mention a few resources you may want to check out: — Little Green Light’s fundraising resources for nonprofits: www.littlegreenlight.com/jenni — Randy Gorod’s company Pisgah Consulting: pisgahconsulting.com — Visionary Accounting Group’s free webinar on building your nonprofit’s financial foundation: v...
Sep 06, 2021•27 min
Play a round of Nonprofit Trivia with Becca Schollaert from Room Redux Denver to test your knowledge about Facebook’s fundraising tools. In this episode, we mention a few resources you may want to check out: — Social Media for Non-Profits Virtual Summit: Use code JENNI10 to get 10% off your ticket price at tinyurl.com/nonprofitsocial — Room Redux Denver: denver.roomredux.org and @roomreduxdenver on social media — Stock Donator’s free Guide to Soliciting Stock Donations: stockdonator.com/jenni — ...
Aug 23, 2021•25 min
Have you struggled to get your board involved in fundraising for your nonprofit? Fundraising expert Elizabeth Abel is here to share advice for inspiring and equipping your board members to become fundraisers. In this episode, we mention a few resources you may want to check out: — Join Nonprofit Jenni’s book club: tinyurl.com/septemberbookclub — Elizabeth Abel’s social accounts: instagram.com/elizabethberniabel and linkedin.com/in/elizabethabel — The new 2021 Philanthropic Landscape Report from ...
Aug 09, 2021•33 min
Play another round of Nonprofit Trivia with Jenni’s sister, Michelle, to test your knowledge about the types of charity events donors love! Let’s see how much you know about the elements of an event that are most engaging for donors; which event themes are most attractive to prospective attendees; and how donors generally learn about events they want to attend. In this episode, we mention a few resources you may want to check out: — Jenni’s Book Club , now open for applications to join our Septe...
Jul 26, 2021•28 min
Advocacy (which does not necessarily include lobbying!) is one of the most effective tactics a nonprofit can use to serve its mission. Advocacy expert Brenda Gadd is here to share some examples of how nonprofits can engage in public policy advocacy… And she also gives us a quick recap about the difference between advocacy and lobbying. In this episode, we mention a few resources you may want to check out: — Brenda Gadd’s advocacy firm, Rethink Public Strategies — Episode #75 of the Nonprofit Jen...
Jul 12, 2021•24 min
What’s next for your career? Whether you’re looking to learn new development skills, branch out as a freelance grant writer, or just scope out new career options, you’ll love this interview with Meredith Noble about the career journey of a grant writer. In this episode, we mention a few resources you may want to check out: — Meredith Noble’s book “ How to Write a Grant ” (Don’t forget to enter for a chance to win a FREE book on my Instagram page !) — Meredith Noble’s free webinar on grant writin...
Jun 28, 2021•29 min
NOW is the perfect time of year to start strategic planning for 2022! This week, we revisit an interview with Holly Rustick about what a nonprofit strategic plan should include and how to start the process with your leadership team. In this episode, we mention a few resources you may want to check out: — Holly Rustick’s Nonprofit Strategic Planning Master Course — Little Green Light’s FREE fundraising resources — My once-per-week email newsletter , where you can get a short summary of every podc...
Jun 14, 2021•29 min
Explore different types of mission-driven organizations, and compare which options are most effective for pursuing your cause. Play a round of Nonprofit Trivia with Rachel Bearbower from smallshopstrategies.com to test your knowledge about alternatives to starting a 501(c)3 nonprofit! In this episode, we mention a few resources you may want to check out: — Free training on how to be a grant writer at learngrantwriting.org/jenni — Nonprofit Jenni’s Book Club at nonprofitjenni.com/bookclub — My pr...
May 31, 2021•39 min
This week, we chat with Abby Lehman, the Director of Development and Partnerships at Photo Start. Abby explains how her nonprofit has been able to thrive during the pandemic thanks to skilled volunteers who provide vital digital marketing and fundraising support. In this episode, we mention a few resources you may want to check out: — The application for my new (fake) book club! — My book recommendations on Amazon — My previous podcast episode about pro bono partnerships ( tap here to listen , o...
May 17, 2021•30 min
This week, we chat with Joanne Samuel Goldblum, founder of the National Diaper Bank Network and coauthor of the new book “ Broke in America: Seeing, Understanding, and Ending U. S. Poverty ”. Joanne offers advice for nonprofit leaders who are working to combat deep-rooted systemic issues, like poverty. In this episode, we mention a few resources you may want to check out: — My podcast episode about how nonprofits can engage in advocacy ( tap here to listen , or search for episode #75 in your pod...
May 03, 2021•31 min
It’s time for a round of Nonprofit Trivia about Donor Journeys! Test your knowledge about the best ways to keep donors engaged in your mission after they’ve given their first monetary donation to your nonprofit. Learn how donors want to get involved with your mission and how they prefer to keep in touch. In this episode, we mention a few resources you may want to check out: — Bloomerang’s 2019 survey about donor thank you calls — Blackbaud’s 2013 report , “The Next Generation of American Giving”...
Apr 19, 2021•28 min
It’s our 100th episode!! To celebrate, we’re featuring over 100 nonprofit leaders to highlight great nonprofit work happening all over the country. In this episode, you’ll hear: — 100 nonprofit leaders share their mission and something they’ve learned over the past 100 years — How to enter to win a free mini-course from Nonprofit Jenni’s professional development store — Some of Jenni’s favorite moments from the past 100 episodes, including her favorite advice and quotes from interview guests — A...
Apr 06, 2021•53 min
It’s our 100th episode!! To celebrate, we’re featuring over 100 nonprofit leaders to highlight great nonprofit work happening all over the country. In this episode, you’ll hear: — 100 nonprofit leaders share their mission and something they’ve learned over the past 100 years — How to enter to win a free mini-course from Nonprofit Jenni’s professional development store — Some of Jenni’s favorite moments from the past 100 episodes, including her favorite advice and quotes from interview guests — A...
Apr 05, 2021•53 min
This week, Jenni talks with some partners who can support your nonprofit’s capacity building to increase your impact. First, Jenni interviews Colleen Kazemi, the Executive Director of Social Venture Partners Denver , about how SVP connects nonprofits and social ventures with pro bono support services. Then we’ll talk with Paul Collier, founder of Coeffect and one of SVP Denver’s partners, to learn how nonprofits can build capacity by developing their theory of change. Visit nonprofitjenni.com to...
Mar 22, 2021•35 min•Ep. 99
Kim Patterson , Director of Development for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society in Middle Tennessee, shares how she build relationships with new corporate sponsors, creates appeals to ask for their support, and keeps them engaged with LLS’s mission for the long term. Get in touch with Kim at kpatterson70@hotmail.com . This episode is sponsored by Learn Grant Writing -- Visit learngrantwriting.org/jenni to get a free training about how to become a grant writer. Visit nonprofitjenni.com to get Marke...
Mar 08, 2021•34 min•Ep. 98
Grant Writing Mentor Teresa Huff explains the basics of how grants work, how to find grants that are a good fit for your nonprofit, and how to build relationships with grant makers. She also talks about her podcast, Grant Writing Simplified , and free grant writing resources available on her website . REMINDER: Submit your nonprofit to be featured on the upcoming 100th episode of the Nonprofit Jenni Show! Visit tinyurl.com/jenni100 no later than February 28 to fill out our short form. Visit nonp...
Feb 22, 2021•34 min•Ep. 97
Becky Rossman, CEO of Neighborhood House , shares advice about how to ensure your board’s by-laws are up-to-date, set expectations for board members, and consider collaboration opportunities with other nonprofit organizations. Contact Becky at beckyr@nhpeoria.org. Plus, Jenni shares how your nonprofit can be featured on the upcoming 100th episode of the Nonprofit Jenni Show! Visit tinyurl.com/jenni100 to apply to have your nonprofit featured on the podcast. Nonprofit Jenni provides consulting se...
Feb 05, 2021•26 min•Ep. 96
Jenni talks about how to personalize communications with each of your different audiences, including corporate partners, major donors, monthly donors, and even people who just passively follow your nonprofit on social media. Also, Jenni’s sister Michelle comes back for another round of Nonprofit Trivia, all about fundraising and communications in 2021. Get Jenni’s 2021 Communications Calendar at nonprofitjenni.com/coursesandmore Get Jenni’s Nonprofit Social Media Cheat Sheet for FREE at tinyurl....
Jan 25, 2021•24 min•Ep. 95
Jenni outlines six ways your nonprofit can partner with corporations and local businesses in 2021, even during the COVID-19 pandemic! (Plus, listen all the way to the end of the episode for a bonus seventh way to partner with businesses.) Also, listener Brent Oest joins us for another round of Nonprofit Trivia to answer questions about--you guessed it--how nonprofits can collaborate with businesses. Talk to Jenni: Schedule a half-hour call to “Pick Jenni’s Brain” about your fundraising and marke...
Jan 08, 2021•31 min•Ep. 94
This week on the Nonprofit Jenni Show, hear from a fellow listener as she explains what she’s learned about how to host safe fundraising events in the midst of COVID-19. Also, Jenni shares a story about a client she’s helping to improve their individual donor database. Want to host an online auction like Jada’s organization did? Visit nonprofitjenni.com/courseandmore to get Jenni’s Online Auction Guide with a bonus gift of Jenni’s list of over 140 corporations that love to donate to charity auct...
Dec 18, 2020•23 min•Ep. 93
This year has been full of unexpected challenges, so this week, let’s talk about how to plan for the new year. First, Dr. Patton McDowell (podcast host of “Your Path to Nonprofit Leadership”) discusses mergers, alliances, and other forms of collaboration that could help your nonprofit work more efficiently and have a greater impact. Then Jenni offers three tips to improve the way you communicate with your supporters in 2021. Find Jenni’s Marketing and Communications Calendar at nonprofitjenni.co...
Dec 04, 2020•38 min•Ep. 92
You may have noticed that your employees all need support from you in different ways. We all have our own unique strengths, weaknesses, and quirks -- How can you lead your team to effectively support and empower each individual to do their best work? This week on the Nonprofit Jenni Show, we chat with Alycia Halladay from the Autism Science Foundation about employing individuals with autism. We also revisit a conversation with Meredith Benton from the Healing Trust with advice on developing a su...
Nov 20, 2020•44 min•Ep. 91
Nine months into the COVID-19 pandemic, we still have no idea when it will be safe to host events in person again. Some nonprofits were able to pivot quickly to virtual events, but many nonprofit leaders still feel unsure how to get started in planning their organization’s first virtual event. This week, Jenni interviews Melissa Norden, the Executive Director of Bottomless Closet in New York, about how she planned and hosted her nonprofit’s first ever virtual event. We also play another round of...
Nov 06, 2020•38 min•Ep. 90
Can you believe we’re approaching the end of 2020 already? It’s been a heck of a year! As nonprofit leaders search for creative new ways to generate sustainable revenue for their organizations, Jenni wants to provide some food for thought. In this episode, we’ll play a quick trivia game about the most successful types of creative revenue ideas! We’ll also revisit an interview from the archives with Brad Kimbler, CEO of the social enterprise Staff 360, which is owned by the nonprofit Safe Haven F...
Oct 23, 2020•47 min•Ep. 89
To help kickstart year-end giving, many communities host Local Giving Days, also known as Days of Giving. For example, upcoming giving days include Colorado Gives Day in Colorado, GAgives Day in Georgia, and Give to the Max Day in Minnesota. Even if you don’t have a local giving day coming up in your community, Giving Tuesday is coming up on December 1 as the International Day of Giving, celebrated all over the world to support nonprofits. This week on the Nonprofit Jenni Show, we’ll share an ex...
Oct 09, 2020•39 min•Ep. 88
