Trusting the Process for Nonprofit Growth - An Interview with the Calloway Stern Group
Beyond The Donation
In this episode of Beyond the Donation, host Matt Bitzegaio is joined by Katy Calloway and Daniel Stern, co-founders of Calloway Stern Group. Katy and Daniel discuss their background in the nonprofit sector, particularly their efforts to help small to medium-sized nonprofits with fundraising and development.
They emphasize the importance of 'trusting the process' in nonprofit growth, highlighting the critical role of programming, funding education, and board governance. The conversation also covers pivoting in nonprofit missions, the benefits of fiscal sponsorships, and the nuanced process of executive searches focused on cultural fit.
The episode concludes with key advice for nonprofit leaders about persistence and patience in their efforts.
00:00 Introduction to Beyond the Donation
00:25 Meet the Guests: Katy Calloway and Daniel Stern
01:11 Trusting the Process in Nonprofit Growth
02:57 Starting a New Nonprofit: Key Considerations
05:49 Fiscal Sponsorship Explained
12:56 Challenges in Nonprofit Growth
“You start with your mission statement, and you realize what you are actually good at and where the real need is, is actually different. In the first 5 years of a nonprofit’s life, for them to change their mission statement is not unheard of.
Your mission statement doesn’t need to be relevant for the next 15 years because community needs change.” -Katy Calloway
19:19 Executive Searches for Nonprofits
22:15 Fostering a Culture of Trust and Patience
25:12 Final Thoughts and Advice for Nonprofit Leaders
27:50 Conclusion and Farewell
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