Nonprofit Hub Radio

Send us Fan MailFoundations fund good work, but they can also quietly reshape it. In this episode, Glen Gallich, CEO of the Stupski Foundation and author of Control: Why Big Giving Falls Short, questions a norm many nonprofit leaders have learned to accept: bending strategy, language, and even mission to match what funders want to hear. Glen makes the case that when philanthropy centers donor preferences over community need, the entire nonprofit funding system starts optimizing for compliance instead of outcomes.Glen Gallich is the CEO of the Stupski Foundation and a visionary leader dedicated to shifting the paradigm of philanthropy toward equity, community-led funding, and trust-based practices. With extensive experience reshaping how major capital is deployed, Glen challenges traditional institutional norms and advocates for spend-down models that prioritize compounding impact over compounding interest. Through his writing and leadership, he equips nonprofit executives and changemakers to navigate power dynamics, speak candidly about real-world costs, and place power back into the hands of the communities they serve.Support the showGet free nonprofit professional development resources, connections to cause work peers, and more at https://nonprofithub.org

Send us Fan MailA nonprofit can do everything right for its community and still get blindsided by one bad email. In this episode, Dan Hernandez, Founder and CEO of PCS Technologies, shares real-world cybersecurity insights to help organizations protect donor data, prevent inbox takeovers, and stop payment fraud. From a jaw-dropping story about a $167,000 loss caused by a poorly written email to simple phone call verification steps that block financial scams, Dan breaks down practical ways busy teams can defend their mission without creating a culture of paranoia.The conversation also tackles AI risk in plain language, detailing why setting clear AI policies and choosing secure, paid tools is essential for keeping sensitive client and donor data safe. Dan highlights what boards can do to support smart IT budgeting, cloud migration, and incident readiness so organizations stay resilient. Whether managing donor systems or approving vendor payments, listeners will walk away with immediate, actionable steps to safeguard their impact. Press play to protect your organization's reputation and future!Support the showGet free nonprofit professional development resources, connections to cause work peers, and more at https://nonprofithub.org

Send us Fan MailA nonprofit story can open hearts, change policy, and fund lifesaving work—but it can also leave people dysregulated, ashamed, or shut down if told the way the sector traditionally has. In this episode, Maria Bryan, Partnership Marketing Manager at Donorbox and creator of When Bearing Witness, steps into a crucial conversation on trauma-informed storytelling and why standard “ethical storytelling” isn't enough when narratives land in real bodies with real lived experience.We get specific about what trauma actually is—a nervous system response to perceived unsafety—and how it surfaces across the entire storytelling ecosystem: for the story owner, the audience, and the nonprofit marketer. Maria breaks down why high-impact formats like emotionally intense gala videos or hospital scenes can trigger viewers and create negative associations. The goal isn't watered-down narratives, but telling the truth safely through renewed consent, content warnings, and donor autonomy. Hit play to learn how humane storytelling practices protect dignity and build lasting donor trust!Support the showGet free nonprofit professional development resources, connections to cause work peers, and more at https://nonprofithub.org

Send us Fan MailHow do you tell deeply human stories without reducing the people you serve to a tragic footnote? In this episode, Matt Kamin (founder of Envision Consulting and host of Nonprofit Happy Hour) joins us to tear down the outdated playbooks of nonprofit marketing and fundraising. We get vulnerable about what true consent-based storytelling looks like, why every client story needs an expiration date, and how staying visible in an AI-driven world requires transparent, outcome-focused truth over polished spin. Beyond communications, we tackle the tough leadership decisions that make or break organizational survival. We challenge the martyr mindset in the sector and get real about why tax status should never dictate business efficiency. Together, we explore how to structure boards that actually work, why endowments aren't emergency safety nets for poor planning, and how letting go of executive ego can open up transformative mergers and partnerships. Grab your favorite beverage, hit play, and jump into the conversation with us! Support the showGet free nonprofit professional development resources, connections to cause work peers, and more at https://nonprofithub.org

Send us Fan MailMost capital campaigns don’t struggle because the mission is weak—they struggle because the board is working from myths. In this episode of Nonprofit Hub Radio, Amy Eisenstein and Sarah Plimpton from Capital Campaign Pro join us to unpack what really drives successful major gift fundraising and what board members need to understand before voting to "just go for it."From demystifying feasibility studies and navigating the crucial quiet phase to right-sizing trustee roles beyond just asking for money, this conversation offers a practical roadmap to keep your fundraising on track. Whether you are preparing to launch a new campaign or trying to re-energize one that has stalled, tune in to discover how disciplined planning and strategic donor engagement can turn boardroom assumptions into transformative results.Support the showGet free nonprofit professional development resources, connections to cause work peers, and more at https://nonprofithub.org

Send us Fan MailSearch traffic to nonprofit websites is down roughly 35%, which means the way donors discover causes is actively changing. If someone wants to include a nonprofit in their will, hunting for basic details like an EIN or address can cause that moment to pass. Lindsay Newman and Brantley Boyett from Giving Docs sit down to discuss how to make legacy giving simple, accessible, and deeply engaging for supporters.We clear the air on some common misconceptions around planned giving—moving beyond basic bequests to cover beneficiary designations, donor-advised funds, and practical estate planning tools. Lindsay and Brantley explore how to talk about legacy gifts without leading with awkward mortality messaging, why clear gift acceptance policies protect organizations long term, and how making a legacy commitment actually increases a donor's annual giving by 70% for the rest of their life.Support the showGet free nonprofit professional development resources, connections to cause work peers, and more at https://nonprofithub.org

Send us Fan MailIf "capital campaign" brings to mind massive building projects or an overwhelming all-or-nothing effort, this conversation offers a fresh perspective. Daniel Hussey, head coach and lead campaign strategist at HPC, breaks down what capital campaigns actually mean for modern nonprofits and why small to medium-sized organizations are fully capable of executing them.Rather than an intimidating climb straight to the summit, Daniel outlines a clear six-phase roadmap that breaks the effort into manageable base camps—from internal strategy and feasibility studies to quiet phases and long-term donor stewardship. The conversation explores how grounding campaigns in strategic planning reduces board anxiety and how using an AND-gift approach protects your regular annual giving while securing transformational major gifts.Support the showGet free nonprofit professional development resources, connections to cause work peers, and more at https://nonprofithub.org

Send us Fan MailWe sit down with Derric Bakker, founder and CEO of Dickerson Bakker and author of A Better Way to Fundraise: Treat Every Donor Like a Major Donor, to discuss why modern fundraising feels increasingly transactional, exhausting, and disconnected from its true purpose.Derric shares the airport story that inspired his philosophy and outlines why every supporter—regardless of gift size—deserves to feel seen, valued, stewarded, and invited into meaningful partnership. The conversation breaks down the seven behaviors of relationship-based fundraising, explains how AI can be leveraged to listen to donors at scale without losing authentic human-to-human connection, and offers a compelling path forward to cure fundraiser burnout.Support the showGet free nonprofit professional development resources, connections to cause work peers, and more at https://nonprofithub.org

Send us Fan MailDr. Derria Ford of Seed Fundraisers shares a practical, repeatable framework for collecting and sharing nonprofit stories while keeping dignity, agency, and consent at the center.Here we explore what ethical storytelling looks like in practice—moving away from single-checkbox release forms, writing alongside clients rather than over them, and avoiding the trap of exploiting hard moments for fundraising gain. We discuss practical consent strategies, navigating modern pressure points like AI-generated imagery, and proving that hope-filled, data-backed narratives can inspire donors just as effectively as traditional appeals.Support the showGet free nonprofit professional development resources, connections to cause work peers, and more at https://nonprofithub.org

Send us Fan MailIf your calendar is packed with galas, auctions, golf outings, and “one more event” that still doesn’t fix your budget, this conversation is for you. We sit down with Sherry Quam Taylor, CEO of Quam Taylor, to talk about the simplest and hardest shift in nonprofit fundraising: getting out from behind the tactics and back into real human donor relationships.We dig into why so many mid-level and major donors are not giving their best gift each year and how well-meaning fundraising events can quietly cap generosity. Sherry shares a clear principle we can use right away: our job is to lead every donor to their best gift, not just the easiest gift. From there, we unpack how to move from “fun project” storytelling to confident, business-minded conversations about strategic plans, growth, and the true need for general operating support so you can fund salaries, benefits, and infrastructure without feeling awkward.Support the showGet free nonprofit professional development resources, connections to cause work peers, and more at https://nonprofithub.org