Small Nonprofit: Fundraising Tips, Leadership Strategies, and Community-Centric Solutions
Welcome to Small Nonprofit, the podcast designed for leaders, fundraisers, and advocates in the nonprofit sector who want to create real change. We provide small nonprofit organizations with strategies to enhance their fundraising campaigns, improve nonprofit governance, and implement ethical fundraising practices that resonate with today’s values-driven donors.
Hosted by an experienced nonprofit consultant, Maria Rio, this show delves into the unique challenges of nonprofit fundraising and community-centric fundraising, providing tools for donor engagement and major gifts fundraising.
👤 Who Should Listen?
This podcast is perfect for anyone involved in a small nonprofit seeking practical advice on fundraising strategy, nonprofit leadership, and board accountability. Whether you're looking for innovative fundraising ideas for nonprofit organizations or trying to create an impact measurement framework that demonstrates your organization’s value, Small Nonprofit is here to guide you.
🎤 Core Topics We Cover
Community-Centric Fundraising: Learn how ethical fundraising practices can strengthen donor relationships, enhance donor engagement, and align your organization with values-based major giving principles. We’ll help you shift from a donor-centric model to one that prioritizes the community.
Systemic Change and Governance: From participatory budgeting to nonprofit board of directors best practices, we explore how to navigate the nonprofit industrial complex and embrace structures that foster diversity in nonprofit leadership and board accountability.
Preventing Nonprofit Burnout: Tackle topics such as nonprofit burnout prevention and learn how to cultivate a healthy, anti-oppressive work culture that supports your team’s well-being.
Nonprofit Storytelling: Understand how to measure your nonprofit’s effectiveness through nonprofit impact measurement strategies and leverage nonprofit storytelling to create compelling narratives that attract donors.
đź“Ł Engaging Conversations and Real-World Advice
In each episode, we bring you insights from experts in fundraising consulting, nonprofit grant writing, and capital campaign strategies. From interviews with fractional fundraisers and major gift officers to deep dives on fundraising tips and innovative fundraising ideas, we offer actionable advice that you can implement immediately to strengthen your organization’s impact.
đź’° Learn How to Build a Sustainable Nonprofit
Every nonprofit leader faces the challenge of achieving financial sustainability. Our episodes address critical fundraising strategies for nonprofit organizations, providing insights on volunteer management, capacity building, and nonprofit marketing strategy. Gain access to tools that help you execute successful fundraising campaigns and build a foundation for long-term growth.
🤝 Join the Movement for Systemic Change
At The Small Nonprofit, we’re committed to transforming the nonprofit sector from the ground up. Our focus on systemic change and community-centric fundraising aligns with our mission to support nonprofits in creating equitable, sustainable communities. By addressing topics like values-based decision making and nonprofit transparency, we’re working to build a more ethical, inclusive sector.
❤️ Stay Connected
Subscribe to Small Nonprofit on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or your preferred podcast platform. Don’t miss an episode as we explore everything from fundraising tips to nonprofit social media strategy, and learn how you can become a stronger advocate for your organization’s mission.
Small Nonprofit: Fundraising Tips, Leadership Strategies, and Community-Centric Solutions
Corporate Partnerships for Small Nonprofits: Expert Tips from Heather Nelson
Is your nonprofit to be "corporate-ready"? Unlock the potential of corporate partnerships for your nonprofit with insights from Heather Nelson, founder of BridgeRaise. With over 15 years of experience in corporate fundraising, Heather shares actionable tips on how small nonprofits can create meaningful corporate relationships.
From overcoming fears of approaching large companies to identifying mutual value, this episode is packed with strategies to build lasting partnerships.
Corporate Partnerships for Small Nonprofits – The Highlights:
- Common mistakes nonprofits make in corporate partnership building.
- Why passive approaches don't work and how to overcome fear.
- Steps to define what a successful corporate partnership looks like.
- Understanding corporate motivations: employee engagement, marketing, and purpose-driven initiatives.
- How to price employee engagement opportunities effectively.
- The importance of persistence and follow-up in corporate fundraising.
- Real-world examples of successful corporate partnerships.
- Strategies to maintain relationships when a corporate contact leaves.
- How to prepare your nonprofit to be "corporate-ready."
🎧 Listen to more episodes for actionable fundraising tips and insights on nonprofit leadership, nonprofit governance, donor retention, productivity & tools, and donor engagement strategies that work! We're here to eliminate nonprofit burnout and boost your donations!
About Heather Nelson:
Heather founded BridgeRaise, a boutique corporate fundraising consultancy with a team of specialists ready to support charities and nonprofits in raising more money from companies. They have worked with hundreds of nonprofits in building values-aligned corporate partnerships. At BridgeRaise, they specialize in corporate partnership strategy, corporate prospect research, pipeline growth and proposal development, creating organizational readiness for sponsorship and corporate partnership, and building cause marketing, sponsorship and employee engagement programs.
Actionable Tips for Nonprofit Leaders:
- Start with a clear vision: Define what a successful corporate partnership looks like for your organization. Write it down and build your strategy around this vision.
- Offer value beyond funding: Know what you can offer to corporates—employee engagement, volunteerism, or brand alignment—and be clear about what you’re willing to provide.
- Prioritize persistence: Follow up with corporates consistently, and don’t give up after one email. Corporate partnerships take time, but persistence often pays off.
Resources and Links:
- Bridge Raise Website
- Bridge Raise Hard Questions Workbook
- Connect with Maria
- Connect with Heather
- Watch this episode on YouTube