Nonprofit SnapCast

• Hope Doesn't Show Up On Sunny Days, with Adam Olenn

  Adam Olenn, founder of Rustle and Spark branding agency, meets with Mickey to discuss effective storytelling techniques for nonprofits. Key Takeaways Storytelling is crucial for nonprofits to build trust, create emotional connections, and double donations Never lead with data; start with an emotional story about a single protagonist, then provide supporting statistics Train all staff and board members to tell authentic stories about the organization's impact Avoid naming emotions in stories; instead, use vivid sensory details to evoke feelings Among The Things We Discuss: The Power of Storytelling for Nonprofits Storytelling Structure and Techniques Internal Benefits of Storytelling Storytelling Resources and Training We welcome support of the Nonprofit SnapCast via Patreon. We welcome your questions and feedback via The Nonprofit SnapCast website. Learn more about Nonprofit Snapshot's consulting services.

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• Headhunter Confidential: Kathy Bremer

  Kathy Bremer of Boardwalk Consulting and Dave Paule of Our Fundraising Search visit the SnapCast to discuss career reinventions and job search strategies. We focus on Kathy's new book "Headhunter Confidential" Key Takeaways Job seekers should focus on targeted, strategic networking rather than mass applying online Successful candidates demonstrate cultural fit and provide specific examples of past achievements Career transitions require understanding your strengths/motivations and translating skills to new contexts Nonprofits offer meaningful work but may pay less; candidates should align values and demonstrate transferable skills We welcome support of the Nonprofit SnapCast via Patreon. We welcome your questions and feedback via The Nonprofit SnapCast website. Learn more about Nonprofit Snapshot's consulting services.

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• Diversifying Nonprofit Revenue Streams Through Mid-Level and Major Gifts

  Jeff Schreifels of Veritus Group discusses trends and strategies for mid-level and major gift fundraising. Key Takeaways: Mid-level giving (typically $1,000-$9,999) is a growing focus, bridging small donors to major gifts Nonprofits should diversify revenue streams, especially those reliant on government/corporate funding AI can boost efficiency in fundraising, freeing up time for relationship-building Restructuring development teams for better alignment with donor needs is crucial We welcome support of the Nonprofit SnapCast via Patreon. We welcome your questions and feedback via The Nonprofit SnapCast website. Learn more about Nonprofit Snapshot's consulting services.

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• Living Authentically in Challenging Times: An Interview with Journalist Adrianne Murchison

  This episode of the Snap Cast podcast features an interview with freelance journalist Adrianne Murchison. Murchison discusses her transition to freelance work after being laid off from the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, and the challenges and opportunities of working as a freelance writer covering local and community issues. The conversation explores how national political themes and policy changes under the Trump administration have impacted local nonprofit organizations and the communities they serve. Murchison shares insights on the need for greater public and political engagement to address these issues, and the importance of cultivating hope, compassion, and authentic connections during challenging times. We welcome support of the Nonprofit SnapCast via Patreon. We welcome your questions and feedback via The Nonprofit SnapCast website. Learn more about Nonprofit Snapshot's consulting services.

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• Transitions Pet Care: Keeping Pets and People Together

  Host Mickey Desai speaks with Beverly Means, founder of Transitions Pet Care, and Jennifer McCormick, a dedicated volunteer with the organization. About Transitions Pet Care: A 100% volunteer-run nonprofit organization that helps pet owners facing health challenges keep their beloved animals Services include free dog walking, litter box maintenance, veterinary care cost coverage, and temporary foster care for pets while owners are hospitalized Founded in 2020 by Beverly Means after she contemplated who would care for her own pets during a health crisis Key Insights: The organization focuses on addressing a critical need: preventing pet surrenders due to temporary human health challenges Beverly balances running the nonprofit with her full-time job as an auto underwriter by intentionally keeping the organization small and manageable Jennifer joined as a volunteer after seeing firsthand through her shelter work how many animals are surrendered due to owners' health issues Volunteer Management Highlights: The organization maintains clear boundaries for volunteers while providing support when needed Beverly's background as a social worker in healthcare helps her guide volunteers through challenging situations Zero tolerance for no-shows, as reliability is essential to the organization's mission Connect with Transitions Pet Care: Email: [email protected] Website: www.transitionspetcare.org Instagram: @TransitionsPetCare Support the Nonprofit SnapCast by finding us on Patreon. Every contribution helps produce more programming that serves the nonprofit sector.

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