Talking Volunteer Management

Talking Volunteer Management, with Corina Sadler, CVA

Corina Sadler, CVA, talks with the SnapCast about running a local government volunteer program that had capacity for up to 10,000 volunteers a year, and the circumstances that led to taking the volunteer effort down to 0 volunteers, overnight. Among the topics we touch on: During pandemic and downsizing, it's a mistake to get rid of volunteer managers. Volunteer managers should be more valued within their organizations. Volunteer managers should...
Finding Common Ground During Divisive Times

Finding Common Ground During Divisive Times, with Jessica Graham

Jessica is a co-founder of Impact100 Houston. We talk about her work and perspectives using philanthropy as a means of bringing people together during divisive times. We cover: Using philanthropy to find common ground during a divisive year. Collective giving as a way to empower women and build connection. Establishing trust and investing general operating support. Uncomfortable and critical conversations about race with nonprofit leadership....
Seeking Guests

Snapcast seeking guests 2021

The Nonprofit SnapCast podcast is seeking guests. We're always looking for philanthropic and nonprofit professionals to share their wisdom on the program. This time, we're keenly looking for people who can talk with me about: Setting the stage for 2021 - How should nonprofits be planning?Going Mobile (anything related to mobile technologies for nonprofits)Effectively using social mediaStaying Virtual (should we go back to in-person working?)How...
Getting 2021 Started

Getting 2021 Started, with Robin Cabral

Robin Cabral returns to the SnapCast to talk about things nonprofits may keep on their minds as we enter 2021. As the new year gets started: What is the current stewardship strategy and donor retention strategy? How to bring lapsed donors back into the fold and keep them? Thinking beyond the regular stewardship strategies to keep donors engaged. Getting to know your donors better. Is it time for a donor survey? What is a donor persona? We...
Governance and Ethics

Governance and Ethics, with Dave Paule

Dave Paule visits again to talk about Board Governance and Ethics. Among the topics we touch on: Board seats are more valuable left empty than they are if filled with poor directors. What separates a good director from a bad director? What are board members legal duties and ethical obligations? Being a nonprofit is not a license to lose money. Getting board members to understand the difference between management and governance. We welcome...
Fundraising Myths

Fundraising Myths, with Jack Silverstein

Our second episode with Jack Silverstein, Founder at YUCKS Enterprises.  We talk about fundraising myths, sponsorship philanthropy.  Jack maintains that “Doing more with less is insulting,” and we discuss why development offices should be sacrosanct during the COVID-19 crisis.   We welcome support of the Nonprofit SnapCast via Patreon. We welcome your questions and feedback via The Nonprofit Snapshot website.
What If Our Charity Disappeared Tonight?

What If Our Charity Disappeared Tonight? With Jack Silverstein

Mickey visits with Jack Silverstein, Founder at YUCKS Enterprises.  We discuss the perhaps inevitable amalgamation of some charities precipitated by COVID19.  The conversation comes back to the importance of stewarding relationships with individual donors and putting the donor first.   We welcome support of the Nonprofit SnapCast via Patreon. We welcome your questions and feedback via The Nonprofit Snapshot website.
Recruiting For Board Diversity

Recruiting For Board Diversity, with Jim Taylor

Mickey visits with Jim Taylor, BoardSource Vice President of Leadership Initiatives. We talk about his experiences being recruited to boards and what makes for disrespectful recruiting endeavor vs something more fulfilling for all parties involved. Expanding and diversifying your network of potential board candidates Building an inclusive & welcoming board culture Being intentional about inviting new board members of color to share their...
Philanthropy's Imperfections

Philanthropy’s Imperfections, with Sal Alaimo

Mickey gets to visit with Sal Alaimo, Associate Professor of Nonprofit Management at Grand Valley State University, discussing some of the imperfections of philanthropy and what might be necessary for philanthropy to reach its potential in impacting society. We welcome support of the Nonprofit SnapCast via Patreon. We welcome your questions and feedback via The Nonprofit Snapshot website.
Nonprofits Must Address The Economy

Nonprofits Must Address The Economy, with Steve Dubb

Mickey gets to talk with Steve Dubb about economic recovery and the significance of a "K-shaped" recovery for the nonprofit sector as continued downturn will not effect all nonprofits equally. Can nonprofits keep society from breaking? We welcome support of the Nonprofit SnapCast via Patreon. We welcome your questions and feedback via The Nonprofit Snapshot website.