How Memberships Build Community and Revenue for Your Nonprofit Read time: 4 Minutes If the word “membership” makes you think of gym keycards or Netflix subscriptions, don’t worry, we’re not going there. But wouldn’t it be great if your supporters showed up like that for your mission? Nonprofit memberships can do exactly that. In this issue of Changemaker Mondays ☀️ ☕ 🌍, we’re exploring how the right membership model can bring in steady revenue, build deeper connections, and give your biggest...
13 days ago • 5 min read
How to Write a Case for Support Read time: 4 Minutes Imagine you’re pitching your nonprofit to a room full of potential funders. You wrap up your story, and… crickets. 😬 Chances are, you didn’t make your case. In this week’s issue of Changemaker Mondays ☀️ ☕ 🌍, we’re diving into the latest video in our Fundraising 101 series—how to write a strong Case for Support. Think of it as your nonprofit’s pitch deck: part vision, impact, and humble brag. We’ll preview 2 of the 5 essential tips to get...
20 days ago • 5 min read
3 Tips to Make Your Board Meeting More Effective Read time: 4 Minutes Leaving a board meeting feeling energized, focused, and even a little inspired? That’s the goal. But let’s be honest… not all meetings feel that way. Whether you’re a board member, nonprofit staffer, or someone who’s just sat through a few too many long agendas, these tips are for you. They’re designed to help you lead better meetings, feel more connected, and get more done—no matter your role. In this issue of Changemaker...
27 days ago • 4 min read
What we can learn fromthriving nonprofits Read time: 4 Minutes I know first-hand running a nonprofit isn’t easy. With programs, fundraising, marketing, and countless moving parts, it can feel like a never-ending juggling act. Obviously no nonprofit effort is completely without problems, but as I’ve interviewed and researched countless leaders I’ve learned there are a few things some start-up nonprofits do to thrive and grow, while others face constant challenges. (Hint: It comes down to four...
about 1 month ago • 5 min read
Tap into Nonprofit Thought Leadership to boost your mission Read time: 4 Minutes Thought leadership might sound like a fancy term, but at its core, it’s simple: It’s about sharing what you know so more people trust and engage with your nonprofit. And when trust and engagement are high with your cause, fundraising gets easier, too. And here’s the best part—you don’t need to be a TED speaker or a CEO to be seen as a leader in your space. You just need a plan! In this issue of Changemaker...
about 1 month ago • 4 min read
How to Make Your Nonprofit Accountant's Life Easier (and Yours Too!) Read time: 5 Minutes (but SOOO worth it!) Ah, Nonprofit tax season. Not the most thrilling part of running an organization—but staying on top of your finances is key to keeping your nonprofit compliant, transparent, and stress-free when tax deadlines roll around. The good news? You don’t have to be a numbers person to keep your nonprofit’s finances in check. With a few simple habits, you can make tax season smoother, avoid...
about 2 months ago • 6 min read
How to Inspire Volunteers to Become Donors Read time: 4 Minutes Many nonprofits focus heavily on attracting new donors—but what about the supporters who are already engaged with your mission? Volunteers are already some of your most passionate advocates, yet many organizations struggle to inspire them to become financial supporters, too. I can tell you from personal experience, some of my nonprofit’s biggest donors were people who volunteered with us, first. In this issue of Changemaker...
about 2 months ago • 5 min read
Introducing: Social Issue Deep Dive Videos Read time: 3-4 Minutes A few newsletters back, I mentioned how I was expanding my YouTube content with a new series on fundraising. But actually, that’s not all. As part of my new Changemaker Cafe content, we’re also going to explore the ins and outs of different social issues together – from homelessness, to food insecurity, and more. I’m starting with the topic of Animal Rescue (something I know is dear to many of your hearts!), but we’ll tackle...
2 months ago • 4 min read
How to delegate with confidenceand empower a team Read time: 3-4 Minutes Trust me, I’ve been there. Running a nonprofit feels like spinning a hundred plates at once. You’ve got fundraising, program management, communications, board meetings… and somehow, you’re also in charge of snacks for the next event. 🥨🧃 Trying to do it all yourself? That’s a fast track to burnout (I’ve been there, too). But something I’ve seen time and time again is that the strongest nonprofits are not built by leaders...
2 months ago • 5 min read