Nonprofit Hub Radio

Send us Fan MailUrgent programs and tight grants can push culture work to the margins, but that’s exactly where nonprofit teams lose speed and trust. We sit down with strategist Page Hinerman of Page Capacity Builders to unpack how hybrid and remote teams thrive when leaders treat culture as core infrastructure. From rethinking “all‑staff” meetings to redesigning one‑on‑ones, we get tactical about turning updates into strategy, building psychological safety, and aligning back‑office work with frontline impact.Page shares battle‑tested ideas from years of capacity building across nonprofits, philanthropy, and government. We talk about the small moves that change everything: 10‑minute norms at the start of staff meetings, values activation that gets specific (transparency becomes shared budgets and decision logs), and monthly cross‑functional touchpoints that keep marketing and fundraising anchored in program reality. If your hybrid team feels siloed or transactional, you’ll learn how to reset communications, protect relational time, and make space for trust without sacrificing delivery.We also dig into hiring and sustainability. Using values to screen candidates prevents costly misalignment and lowers turnover; planning sooner—long before a grant deadline—keeps compliance tight and teams steady. Page outlines how consultants can fill true capacity gaps while leaving behind tools, skills, and networks so organizations sustain progress after the engagement ends. Expect clear steps you can try this week and a mindset shift that reframes culture from “nice to have” into the fastest route to outcomes.If this conversation helps you see a better path for your team, follow the show, share it with a fellow leader, and leave a quick review. Your feedback helps more nonprofits find practical strategies that actually work.Support the showGet free nonprofit professional development resources, connections to cause work peers, and more at https://nonprofithub.org

Send us Fan MailThe ground shifted under nonprofit fundraising, and we felt the jolt. Federal grants vanished, competition for private dollars surged, and small teams were suddenly racing against institutions with entire development departments. So we got practical: rebuild the grant pipeline, rethink risk, and double down on alignment over volume. Luke Keller—founder and CEO of Match Grant and board leader at Tekton—joins the podcast to share a candid playbook born from necessity: how to diversify revenue, target right-fit funders, and use data to spot warm signals that boost your odds.If you’re just starting with grants—or rebuilding after a tough year—you’ll leave with concrete steps: get laser-specific on funding needs (capital, program, or general operating), map true peers and their funders, cultivate relationships before you ask, and measure outcomes so your story holds up. The theme that carries through it all is simple and hard: don’t chase every dollar, chase alignment. Subscribe for more practical strategies, share this with a nonprofit leader who needs a lift, and leave a quick review to help others find the show.Support the showGet free nonprofit professional development resources, connections to cause work peers, and more at https://nonprofithub.org

Send us Fan MailCapital campaigns don’t have to be mysterious, exhausting marathons. With Jason Lewis of Seed Fundraisers, we pull back the curtain on a simpler, smarter path: a four‑wave model that mirrors how donors actually give and how organizations can build capacity while they raise transformational dollars. Instead of forcing everything into “quiet” and “public,” we map the journey from experienced, asset‑based leadership gifts through staff‑driven cultivation, to broader, income‑based pledges—so momentum doesn’t stall and volunteers aren’t asked to do the wrong jobs at the wrong time.We also tackle the hidden “undercurrent” that sinks campaigns when gift volume spikes: pledge management, receipting, data hygiene, leadership stability, and board continuity. Jason shares where to invest staff time, when to shift from one‑to‑one to one‑to‑many outreach, and how to structure a case for support that reaches three distinct major‑donor motivations: bricks and mortar, entrepreneurial program growth, and rapid‑response needs. If you’ve ever watched a lead donor step up only to be let down by the follow‑through, this framework shows how to bring the next wave with you—on purpose.Along the way, we offer straight‑talk for newer fundraisers who feel out of their depth: get in front of donors more often, listen longer, and translate annual‑fund instincts to capital scale. Treat your campaign as a teaching instrument, not a one‑off production, and you’ll build internal muscle that lasts well beyond the ribbon‑cutting. Ready to rethink your next campaign—and keep what you learn? Follow the show, share this episode with a colleague, and leave a quick review to tell us what wave you’re planning for next.Support the showGet free nonprofit professional development resources, connections to cause work peers, and more at https://nonprofithub.org

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Nonprofit Hub Radio Podcast, Trevan Strean, co-founder and creative director at Share, unpacks why branding and design are critical for nonprofits.Trevan explains how outdated visuals, inconsistent messaging, and neglected storytelling can erode trust before a donor even considers giving. He shares practical steps to keep your brand fresh without losing its identity, create a simple style guide, and communicate consistently across every channel—from your website to volunteer t-shirts.If your nonprofit is struggling to stand out in a crowded cause space, this conversation will equip you with the tools to build a brand that inspires confidence, trust, and long-term support.Support the showGet free nonprofit professional development resources, connections to cause work peers, and more at https://nonprofithub.org

Send us Fan MailBurnout doesn’t always look like flames; sometimes it looks like “fine.” We dig into the hidden gap between employee satisfaction and true engagement—and why that gap quietly drains nonprofit performance even when everyone says they love the mission. With guest Kathryn Cronin Miller, founder of A Better Place to Work, we break down a practical framework leaders can use to move teams from compliant to committed.If you lead, manage, or care about nonprofit impact, this conversation gives you tools to rebuild trust, raise energy, and turn mission passion into measurable results. Subscribe, share this with a colleague who’s ready to move beyond “fine,” and leave a quick review to help more nonprofit leaders find the show.Support the showGet free nonprofit professional development resources, connections to cause work peers, and more at https://nonprofithub.org

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Nonprofit Hub Podcast, guest Ben Mohler, chief executive and consultant at Giving Three and author of Nonprofit Board Member Field Guide and Journal, unpacks the realities of nonprofit board leadership. Drawing on decades of experience, he offers practical insights on how organizations can move beyond filling seats with well-meaning supporters to cultivating governing boards that truly represent and advance the mission. From clarifying the different types of boards, to navigating fundraising expectations, to fostering healthy board culture and accountability, this conversation equips nonprofit leaders with both encouragement and actionable strategies for building stronger, more effective boards.Support the showGet free nonprofit professional development resources, connections to cause work peers, and more at https://nonprofithub.org

Send us Fan MailFunding challenges affect nonprofits of all sizes, but the solutions might surprise you. In this eye-opening conversation, Charlyn Moss, founder and CEO of Working Within, reveals how her journey from finance to nonprofit support showed her the critical gaps between grassroots organizations and their well-funded counterparts.Moss challenges conventional nonprofit thinking with a provocative insight: trying to be everything to everyone actually makes your organization less attractive to funders. When you spread yourself too thin chasing various funding opportunities, you dilute your expertise and struggle to compete against organizations with deep specialization. The most successful nonprofits understand that going narrow first and broad later creates a stronger foundation for growth and impact.Whether you're starting from scratch or reimagining your approach after funding changes, this conversation provides actionable insights to strengthen your organization's financial foundation. As Moss reminds us with her parting wisdom: funding challenges come in cycles, and "this too shall pass" for organizations willing to adapt thoughtfully.Support the showGet free nonprofit professional development resources, connections to cause work peers, and more at https://nonprofithub.org

Send us Fan MailIn this illuminating conversation with Courtney Krus and Greg Colunga, managing partners of Amplify Fundraising, we unpack how nonprofits can transform their digital strategy from a "bolt-on" tactic to a powerful, relationship-building channel that drives meaningful results. These digital fundraising experts reveal what they call "The Pizza Hut Problem" - how traditional nonprofit communications often resemble impersonal, highly-stylized marketing emails that create distance rather than connection. "We have to be authentic and human," Courtney emphasizes, sharing practical ways to write conversational emails that feel like messages from a friend rather than a corporation.You'll learn why personalization matters more than polish, how to leverage the donor data you already possess, and simple changes you can implement immediately to humanize your digital communications. Greg explains that digital shouldn't be viewed strictly as a revenue channel, but as "an additive piece of the recipe to everything that you're doing," supporting and enhancing your entire fundraising program.With nonprofit retention rates dropping 12% in just four years, this conversation couldn't be more timely. Whether you're just starting with digital or looking to refresh your approach, you'll walk away with actionable strategies to build authentic connections that inspire generosity.Support the showGet free nonprofit professional development resources, connections to cause work peers, and more at https://nonprofithub.org

Send us Fan MailIn a landscape where nonprofit burnout is rampant and mid-career professionals are vanishing from the sector, Kevin and Johanna from the Collaborative Collective bring urgently needed wisdom to address this talent crisis.The financial stakes are higher than many realize. When a skilled nonprofit professional leaves, the replacement cost exceeds $30,000—not counting the immeasurable loss of relationships and institutional knowledge. Yet despite these sobering numbers, many organizations continue investing mere "pennies per day" in professional development, if anything at all."If I'm not willing to spend any time developing the team, and then I can't figure out why people keep leaving..." Johanna poses this challenging question that many leaders need to confront. The conversation reveals how even cash-strapped organizations can create environments where staff feel genuinely valued and invested in, often the deciding factor in retention despite lower compensation.Perhaps most surprising is the revelation about artificial intelligence in nonprofits. Most organizations are operating in what Kevin calls "ghost mode"—staff using AI tools without guidance or oversight, potentially creating significant risks. "If you're not doing something already with AI, you need to be," Johanna emphasizes. The pair outlines practical approaches for developing sound AI policies that protect organizations while embracing innovation, including their affordable AI Policy Lab designed specifically for smaller nonprofits.The conversation concludes with powerful advice on sustainability. "Don't let the work ruin you, because the work needs you," Johanna counsels, sharing her personal journey toward establishing boundaries around rest. This wisdom, combined with Kevin's reminder that human-centered nonprofit work "is never going away" despite technological disruption, offers both practical guidance and renewed hope for sector leaders.Catch Kevin and Johanna's workshop at CauseCamp on November 4-5 in Pittsburgh to dive deeper into talent development strategies for your organization.Support the showGet free nonprofit professional development resources, connections to cause work peers, and more at https://nonprofithub.org

Send us Fan MailWhat does innovation really look like in the nonprofit world? In this enlightening conversation, nonprofit consultant and author Leah Kral challenges the notion that innovation requires massive resources or technical expertise.Drawing from her extensive research and twenty years of experience in the sector, Leah explains that innovation can be as simple as switching from paper forms to iPads at a legal aid clinic or as complex as revolutionizing healthcare delivery for the poor. The key is being willing to question the status quo and experiment with new approaches.For nonprofit leaders feeling overwhelmed by day-to-day operations or limited by resources, this episode offers practical wisdom on fostering innovation within any organization. As Leah beautifully puts it, "The nonprofit sector isn't the withered branch – we are the root system of democracy," solving crucial social problems that deserve our most creative and courageous thinking.Support the showGet free nonprofit professional development resources, connections to cause work peers, and more at https://nonprofithub.org