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Lead with Heart | Philanthropy, Nonprofit Leadership, Nonprofit Management & Fundraising
Welcome to the Lead with Heart Podcast, where the heartbeat of philanthropy, nonprofit leadership, and fundraising resonates in every episode. I'm Haley, your host—a Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE), Certified Stress Management Coach, Certified EmC trainer, and, most importantly, a recovering nonprofit burnout survivor.
In this empowering space, we invite nonprofit professionals to amplify their voices and unveil the heart behind their missions.
Our mission is clear: to empower, elevate, and engage nonprofit leaders, fostering the growth of healthy, thriving organizations.
Join me and a lineup of inspiring guests as we delve into real stories of Philanthropy, Leadership, Courage, and Empathy. Together, we explore the strategies and practices employed by these remarkable leaders to heal from burnout, propel their missions forward, raise crucial funds, and ultimately, make a lasting impact in the nonprofit world.
Discover the unwavering commitment to making a difference, the resilience required to navigate the challenges of philanthropy, and the innovative approaches to leadership that drive positive change.
Whether you're a seasoned nonprofit professional or just starting your journey, the Lead with Heart Podcast is your go-to resource for insights, inspiration, and actionable strategies to enhance your leadership, elevate your organization, and amplify your impact on the world of philanthropy. Tune in and let the heartbeat of leadership guide your nonprofit journey.
Lead with Heart | Philanthropy, Nonprofit Leadership, Nonprofit Management & Fundraising
E24: Understanding Philanthropy And Why Giving is Selfish with Jenn Klein
I am so excited to have Jenn Klein on the podcast today to talk about philanthropy. She’s the founder of You Are A Philanthropist, certified fundraising executive, major gift officer, health coach, mother of two, and soon-to-be author of a book coming out this spring called Giving is Selfish.
We're going to talk about philanthropy, work-life balance, health and wellness, and the reasons why people give back.
In this episode:
- [04:45] How nonprofit leaders can embrace the idea of being a philanthropist and create a culture of philanthropy in their organizations
- [09:35] How you can ensure every team member feels included in the mission and believe what they do matters
- [12:00] Self-care as part of giving back: the concept of giving to yourself first so you can then give to others
- [18:06] Where to start if you want to give back
- [24:40] How nonprofits can make volunteering and giving back more accessible
- [27:35] How stewardship is a key component of fundraising and philanthropy
RESOURCES
Shop You Are A Philanthropist at https://youareaphilanthropist.com/
NOTEWORTHY QUOTES
“There's something hardwired within us to feel good when we give and I wanted more people to feel that excitement. I want more people to know the health benefits of philanthropy.”
“When you have a positive work environment, you just feel better. It's easier to come to work. You have more energy to give. “
“When we talk about self-care, I think of giving to myself in order for me to give to others.”
“We have a lot of people that we can look to be grateful for. And gratitude is such an important component of philanthropy.”
“I believe we forget the value of time. Fundraisers tend to think of things in terms of who's giving the most money, and I like to think of who's giving the most time. Because we're never going to get that time back [...] You're giving a piece of yourself that you can't get back.”
CONNECT WITH JENN
Founder Jenn Klein had an epiphany that after 10 years in nonprofits, she could call herself a philanthropist. She spent her career in community organizing and education. She spent hours working at lower-than-average non
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CONNECT WITH HALEY
Haley is a CFRE, Stress Management Coach, and EmC trainer. Founder of The Savvy Fundraiser, she brings experience in human services, homelessness, and youth nonprofits. She specializes in EmC, leadership, board development, and fundraising, empowering nonprofit leaders to build thriving organizations.
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