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Find out what type of opportunities and challenges that grant writers have as we go into 2025, post-election. Sean Kosofsky, the Nonprofit Fixer, shares his decades of experience in politics and nonprofit work as he discusses what trends that we may see in 2025 and beyond. Tune in today to listen to this podcast. To learn more about the podcast episodes go to https://grantwritingandfunding.com/grant-writing-podcast/ Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts Favor, please? If you love this podcast, would you please do me a favor and leave a review on iTunes or your podcast listener? This helps others find the podcast and I read each and every review! “Every time I listen to Holly's show, I learn something”

In this episode of Agents of Nonprofit, we're with Sean Kosofsky, an activist and nonprofit expert, to discuss the vital role employment contracts play in protecting nonprofit executives, especially Executive Directors. With practical advice on navigating contract negotiations, Sean highlights the importance of ensuring job security, avoiding board conflicts, and ultimately strengthening organizational stability.Topics We Cover:Sean's journey into activism and nonprofit workThe concept of "at-will" employment and its impact on the nonprofit sectorWhy employment contracts are less common in nonprofitsThe importance of contracts for nonprofit Executive DirectorsHow contracts protect Executive Directors from sudden termination and board conflictsMisconceptions about negotiating contracts while already employedStrategies for nonprofit leaders to showcase their value to the boardHow contracts benefit both nonprofit executives and their organizationsTo Learn More and Connect with Sean:Sign-Up for the Become Fireproof MasterclassThe Nonprofit Fixer WebsiteSupport the show

In this episode, I have the pleasure of hosting Sean Kosofsky, also known as "The Nonprofit Fixer." With over 30 years of experience in the nonprofit sector, Sean brings a wealth of knowledge on executive coaching, leadership development, and nonprofit management. Tune in to discover practical advice on overcoming common challenges, setting fair compensation, and implementing innovative work practices.Sean Kosofsky is a seasoned expert in nonprofit leadership, known widely as "The Nonprofit Fixer." With a career spanning over three decades, Sean has dedicated his life to strengthening nonprofit organizations through strategic coaching, consulting, and training. He has a particular passion for supporting executive directors and has developed a range of digital tools, including courses and templates, to help nonprofits thrive. Sean's expertise covers a broad spectrum of nonprofit challenges, from fundraising and board management to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). His practical approach and deep understanding of the sector make him a sought-after coach and consultant.Connect with Sean on LinkedInThe Nonprofit Fixer@nonprofitfixer - X and Instagram@MindtheGapC - Facebook ---A massive transfer of wealth is right around the corner, and your constituent base is changing. Are your fundraising efforts ready? Qgiv surveyed donors of all ages to create The Generational Giving Report, a comprehensive guide to help you best connect with constituents of all generations.  To learn how new generations want to support you, hear from you, and stay connected with you head to jcsocialmarketing.com/qgiv to be notified when the report is released and to receive your copy!Take my free masterclass: 3 Must-Have Elements of Social Media Content that Converts

Send us a Text Message.In this episode, I'm excited to welcome Sean Kosofsky, known as "The Nonprofit Fixer," to discuss the crucial aspects of nonprofit board management. With over 30 years of experience in various nonprofit roles, Sean shares his insights on improving board engagement and fundraising efforts. The conversation covers the importance of having all board members involved in fundraising and donating, strategies for recruiting and retaining effective board members, and the significance of setting clear expectations through board agreements. Sean also provides practical advice on revitalizing disengaged boards, emphasizing the need for training, clear communication, and accountability. The episode is a valuable resource for nonprofit leaders looking to enhance their board's performance and achieve their organization's mission.Topics:Answering the questions of weather or not all board members should be a part of raising donations as well as investing their own moneyHow to find good board members that are fully engaged in the cause of your organization and why you should raise the standard of your boardThe single, most powerful tool that you can use in your nonprofit organization to make sure you're onboarding engaged members and the 3 Ms of board work The path to take if you need to have a hard conversation with a disengaged board member, especially if you've already followed up Where Sean lands on what the board should be approving for different types of support, continuing, coaching, and other expensesFor a full list of links and resources mentioned in this episode, click here.Connect with Christina on Instagram: @splendidconsulting>> Click here to get the free guide on me Think you've reached out to “everyone” in your network? Out of ideas to get noticed and get funded? Generate leads for your nonprofit or social impact business: https://www.splendidcourses.com/prospectResources: Purpose & Profit Club™ Group Coaching Program [Get on the waitlist for bonuses] Email Goldmine [Free Masterclass] Schedule a discovery call here. Instagram, LinkedIn, website >> Join the Purpose and Profit Club weekly newsletter here. May contain affiliate links

The Nonprofit Fixer goes deep into the 'seven mistakes nonprofit executive directors make' and offers valuable strategies to avoid these blunders. Whether you're a current nonprofit leader or aspiring to be one, this learning episode is packed with essential tips and firsthand experiences to help you navigate the role of Executive Director!  Sean Kosofsky, with his three decades of experience in the nonprofit sector, passionately shares his insights, having observed numerous nonprofit leaders navigating their roles with limited support, Sean has tailored his career towards enhancing executive director leadership through specialized coaching and consulting. As Sean details these frequent missteps, he begins with the importance of employment contracts for nonprofit leaders, distinguishing them as crucial for job security and organizational commitment. He explains, "In the private sector, having an employment contract is standard, especially if you're an executive. But in the nonprofit sector, what I've found is that most nonprofit leaders do not have them unless you're at like, three million, four million, five million or larger size budget organizations." . . ..  amplifying the disparity between the sectors and the vulnerabilities executive directors face without contractual protections. Continuing, Sean discusses other vital areas where executive directors often stumble, such as financial oversight before starting a role, building rapport with the board chair, and the imperative of being involved in fundraising. He stresses that understanding and actively participating in fundraising is non-negotiable for effective leadership. This lively discussion, with Host Meredith Terrian, also touches on the significance of having a robust relationship with the board chair, managing team dynamics effectively, and the strategic importance of saying 'no' to maintain focus and mental well-being. Each point is highlighted with practical advice and solutions. Learn even more at: www.thenonprofitfixer.comWatch on Video!Follow us on the Twitter: @Nonprofit_ShowSend us your ideas for Show Guests or Topics: HelpDesk@AmericanNonprofitAcademy.comVisit us on the web:The Nonprofit Show

My guest for this episode is Sean Kosofsky, the "Nonprofit Fixer!"  Sean is a coach, consultant, trainer, and strategic advisor to nonprofits. For the past 30+ years, he has helped causes, campaigns, and candidates raise millions of dollars and transformed nonprofit organizations and leaders. Sean has served in a wide variety of roles in nonprofits, including policy, communications, development, grassroots organizing, direct service, board leadership, and five stints as an executive director. He has worked on a wide range of issues, including LGBTQ equality, reproductive justice, voting access, bullying prevention, climate change, and more.    Sean has received numerous awards and recognitions from the sector, including the City of Detroit and the State of Michigan. Sean owns Mind the Gap Consulting, which offers coaching and consulting services for executive directors, boards, and fundraisers, as well as a suite of online training courses. I am a proud Detroit native but live with my husband and dog in New York City.    Here's what to expect during the episode: Sean's motivation for exploring the four-day workweek. What are the benefits of a four-day workweek? What impact does a compressed work schedule have on nonprofit organizations? The initial steps involved in implementing a four-day workweek. The importance of open communication and conducting a pilot program before fully implementing the change. Go to https://www.pivotground.com/signup to get inspired with weekly insights on running your nonprofit.   Connect with Sean Kosofsky! Website: https://www.nonprofitfixer.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nonprofitfixer/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mindthegapc The Complete Guide to Implementing a Four-Day Workweek: https://www.nonprofitfixer.com/nonprofit-fixer-blog/the-complete-guide-to-implementing-the-four-day-workweek   Be sure to subscribe to Inspired Nonprofit Leadership so that you don't miss a single episode, and while you're at it, won't you take a moment to write a short review and rate our show? It would be greatly appreciated!   Let us know the topics or questions you would like to hear about in a future episode. You can do that and follow us on LinkedIn.   Connect with Sarah! LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-olivieri/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahfolivieri/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxB2J-XcixGeGaZvcu_cVxA  

Having the guidance of a skilled coach has proven to be the catalyst for transformative change and sustainable growth in nonprofits. Therefore, it is advisable to choose a good nonprofit coach who understands your organization's unique needs and goals. This will enable you to gain access to valuable expertise, objective perspective, and unwavering support on your journey toward success. Take the time to find the right fit, and watch as your nonprofit thrives and makes a meaningful impact in the communities you serve. In today's podcast, Sean Kosofsky from Mind the Gap Consulting and Stephen Halasnik from Financing Solutions (https://financingsolutionsnow.com/), discuss why and how to select a good nonprofit coach.    

Sean Kosofsky is the Nonprofit Fixer! He is a coach, consultant, trainer, and strategic advisor. For the past 30+ years, he has helped causes, campaigns, and candidates raise millions of dollars and transformed nonprofit organizations and leaders. He has served in a wide variety of roles in nonprofits, including policy, communications, development, grassroots organizing, direct service, board leadership, and five stints as an executive director. He is an author and the owner of Mind the Gap Consulting, which offers coaching and consulting services for executive directors, boards, and fundraisers, as well as a suite of online training courses. Key Takeaways:Unless the executive director is clumsy at pitching or closing the deal, they should be a part of every major gift solicitation. The team can set appointments but the executive director must be the one closing the deal.Fundraising is a partnership that will help create the world that the doer and the donor want to see. It's an incredibly generous act to give someone an opportunity to be part of the change and the movement.When we decide for others whether they can donate to our cause or not, then we've taken away their power to decide. We become both the buyer and the seller.It's better to do three things well than twenty things poorly. Some of the organization's leadership may respond to being challenged to fundraise by leaving while others will step up their game. If challenging the leadership means that the organization will have a smaller team, then it is worth it. “The executive director is ultimately the top fundraiser in the organization. Make yourself available, close those deals, you know, making sure that you're part of the ask, and really creating the conditions for fundraising success.” “If you see fundraising as a necessary evil, asking someone for a favor, or as a burden, you're not going to enjoy doing it.  It is an incredibly generous act to invite someone to fund and create the movement and the world that they want to see. ” “The board owns the nonprofit. And all owners of all corporations, including not-for-profit corporations are responsible for revenue. Period. The board owns the corporation, all owners are responsible for revenue.” - Sean Kosofsky Reach out to Sean Kosofsky at:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mindthegapcWebsite: https://www.nonprofitfixer.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mind-the-gap-consulting-sean-kosofsky/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/SeanKosofskyNonProfitFixerInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/nonprofitfixer/Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/nonprofitfixer/Email: sean@mindthegapconsulting.org   Ask for and receive all you want need and deserve without feeling rejected, ineffective, or pushy. Learn to manage your mindset, lead yourself and others more effectively and have the meaningful conversations that drive your most important work. Get your free starter kit today at www.theinfluentialnonprofit.com Book your quickie intro call with Maryanne here! Connect with Maryanne Dersch: https://www.courageouscommunication.com/connect

Sabrina Walker-Hernandez is the CEO of Supporting World Hope and has over 25 years of experience in nonprofit management, fundraising, and leadership. Sabrina joins us to discuss the ways to create a good board, how you should interact with your board members, and the different ways to get board members engaged with funding. She also talks about board development, the different aspects of fundraising, and how nonprofits should market themselves. Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “Every time I listen to Holly's show, I learn something”

Could Facebook be an untapped goldmine for your NPO? Sean Kosofsky, a veteran nonprofit leader turned consultant, makes a compelling case for maximizing Facebook fundraisers. He shares hard-won insights on how to run effective peer-to-peer campaigns that leverage individuals' networks for fundraising wins. Sean emphasizes that with the right strategy, timing, and volunteers, these free tools can deliver big returns.  Worried about chasing low dollar gifts? I feel that! (You know I'm all about nurturing Major Gift Individuals

Secure your spot now! https://buildathrivingnonprofit.com Join host Sabrina Walker Hernandez for an enlightening episode of 'Sipping Tea with Sabrina' as she sits down with guest Sean Kosofsky to explore the world of 'Startup Help for Nonprofits.'  Get answers to burning questions like where to start when launching a nonprofit, how to secure funding, and where to find dedicated board members. Discover the crucial dos and don'ts for ensuring sustainability. Plus, dive into the commitment required to make your nonprofit thrive. This episode is your comprehensive guide to successfully launching and sustaining a nonprofit organization. Don't miss it!

Sean Kosofsky is the NonProfit Fixer, and has worked in nonprofits for almost three decades, including as executive director for five organizations. Sean joins us to discuss why nonprofits need consultants, the structure nonprofit consultancies have, and why consultancies shouldn't provide every service they're asked for. He also talks about how to know when you're ready to start your own consultancy, the systems you need to set up a consultancy, and how nonprofit consultancies grow. Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “Every time I listen to Holly's show, I learn something”

If you don't feel prepared for the daunting task of leading a nonprofit, even as an LGBTQ leader, you don't have to go it alone. A nonprofit leadership coach can help - and Sean Kosofsky's latest guide can help you. Visit https://www.nonprofitfixer.com/nonprofit-fixer-blog/nonprofit-executive-leadership-coaching-guide to learn more! Mind the Gap Consulting, LLC 25 Park Row, New York, NY 10038, United States Website http://www.nonprofitfixer.com Email prc.pressagency@gmail.com

Nonprofit leaders looking to increase workplace wellness, morale, and productivity will want to check out Sean Kosofsky's guide to implementing the four-day workweek. Learn how to successfully adopt this proven business model by consulting with an industry expert. Find out more at https://www.nonprofitfixer.com/nonprofit-fixer-blog/the-complete-guide-to-implementing-the-four-day-workweek Mind the Gap Consulting, LLC 25 Park Row, New York, NY 10038, United States Website http://www.nonprofitfixer.com Email prc.pressagency@gmail.com

Work less, get paid the same - sounds like a dream, doesn't it? But it might actually be happening sooner than you think. Let Mind the Gap Consulting show you the way! Go to https://www.nonprofitfixer.com/nonprofit-fixer-blog/the-complete-guide-to-implementing-the-four-day-workweek Mind the Gap Consulting, LLC 25 Park Row, New York, NY 10038, United States Website http://www.nonprofitfixer.com Email prc.pressagency@gmail.com

In this episode of the Small Nonprofit Podcast, I'm joined by Sean Kosofsky, aka the Nonprofit Fixer, to discuss the impact of isolation on small nonprofit organizations in a post-pandemic world. Working remotely or changing jobs can leave nonprofit professionals feeling disconnected and lonely, but Sean offers practical advice for breaking through the isolation. Key Highlights:The impact of working remotely for small nonprofits Practical tools for combating isolation Productivity hacks: setting top three priorities and four-day workweek The importance of recognizing burnout and ways to overcome itCreating a meaningful environment for team collaboration Connect with Sean:Website:  www.NonprofitFixer.com4 Day Workweek: https://www.nonprofitfixer.com/nonprofit-fixer-blog/the-complete-guide-to-implementing-the-four-day-workweekFREE Fundraising Strategy Guide: https://www.thegoodpartnership.com/guideOur friends and sponsors at Keela asked me to put together a guide of fundraising tips I wished every small nonprofit knew. Go ahead and download the guide here: https://www.keela.co/consultant/the-good-partnership (and don't forget that Keela offers our listeners 40% off their first year's subscription).

The four-day work week has been getting a lot of attention these days. But is it all hype? Sean Kosofsky of Mind The Gap Consulting, LLC researched the four-day work week for 9 months before implementing a pilot at his national climate change nonprofit in 2022. Sean joins the podcast to discuss lessons learned and important tips for nonprofits interested in exploring the four-day work week. You can also check out Sean's guest blog post HERE.

Sean Kosofsky, the Nonprofit Fixer, comes on the Grant Writing & Funding podcast to discuss how nonprofit organizations can transition into a 4-day workweek. This can help with retaining skilled staff and recruiting new staff (without increasing your budget!). -------------------------------------------------- ✨

Sean Kosofsky gives away strategy to navigate inflation during your nonprofit organization's end of year giving campaign, PLUS other 2022 fundraising tips! ------------------------------------------------------ ✨

The vast majority of people in the United States are frustrated with lawmakers' lack of action when it comes to climate policy. They want the government to fund renewable energy research, regulate CO2 emissions, and take other climate-positive measures. Yet the “Build Back Better” bill remains stuck in Congress. The country's ability to meet its climate change commitments is uncertain at best. So I sat down with Sean Kosofsky—the executive Director of the Climate Advocacy Lab—to learn about the state of climate advocacy in the US. The Climate Advocacy Lab is a community of over 3,000 climate advocates, organizers, researchers, and data specialists. They use evidence-based research to help climate advocates across the country run smarter and more effective campaigns. Sean has been part of several successful movements and has great insight into accelerating progress on the climate policy front. Listen in for a deep and passionate conversation about climate advocacy.  You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in...[3:10] How Sean got involved in climate advocacy [5:17] Learn all about the Climate Advocacy Lab [6:45] Why does climate advocacy matter? [8:53] The current state of climate advocacy  [10:55] The climate change wins from the Biden presidency [13:38] Senator Joe Manchin III blocking the Build Back Better Act [16:51] How to move past climate change being a political issue [19:04] Hope for the Justice40 Framework [21:23] The impact of the Russian invasion of Ukraine on climate initiatives  [23:14] The impact of local politics on climate change initiatives [25:13] What climate advocates can learn from other movements [27:58] Key challenges in the climate advocacy movement [29:42] What can listeners do to make an impact?  [35:17] What Sean is doing in his personal life to support climate advocacy  Resources & People Mentionedhttps://www.nytimes.com/2022/03/27/climate/manchin-coal-climate-conflicts.html (New York Times: How Joe Manchin Aided Coal, and Earned Millions) https://www.ipcc.ch/ (The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change) https://www.thejustice40.com/ (The Justice40 Initiative) https://fridaysforfuture.org/ (Fridays for Future) https://www.sunrisemovement.org/ (Sunrise Movement) https://www.sierraclub.org/ (Sierra Club) https://350.org/ (350.org)  https://grist.org/ (Grist) Connect with Sean KosofskyLearn more about the https://climateadvocacylab.org/ (Climate Advocacy Lab) Connect with Sean on https://www.linkedin.com/in/kosofsky/ (LinkedIn) Follow Sean on https://mobile.twitter.com/nonprofitfixer (Twitter) Connect With Jason Rissmanhttps://investedinclimate.com/ (https://InvestedInClimate.com)  On https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonrissman/ (LinkedIn) On https://twitter.com/jasonrissman (Twitter) Subscribe to Invested In Climate Audio Production and Show Notes by - https://www.podcastfasttrack.com/ (PODCAST FAST TRACK)

Getting media attention for your nonprofit's work is a powerful way to reach new people, build your authority, and shape the narrative around your mission. It's not enough to put out a press release and hope it gets picked up by some new source. Today, nonprofits of all sizes need a media strategy built on relationships and the ability to provide value to both the reporter and their audience. For better and worse, news media itself has been undergoing rapid change over the last 20 years. With newsrooms shrinking, news cycles accelerating, and news sources multiplying, the competition for attention presents both a challenge and an opportunity for media-savvy nonprofits to step in and make their voices heard. Sean Kosofsky, founder and CEO of Mind The Gap Consulting has been working with nonprofits to develop their media strategy. He joins us this week to break down how any org can develop relationships with news media and to be part of the public conversation versus simply reacting to it. ** Episode Links and Shownotes: https://nphf.show/ep46 ** What we'll be discussing: • How news media has changed and the opportunities it creates for nonprofits • What it takes to develop relationships with reporters • How to identify the outlets and reporters you want to work with • Ways to lead or add your voice to the conversation

If you want your limited funding to reach its true potential and have maximum impact, fund an important organization you have never heard of – the backbone organization! Don't forget about the invisible “backbone” organizations. I'll take the time to talk about currently existing backbone organizations and ways you can find the right organization to support. Providing backbone organizations with support is important to move an issue you care about forward to achieve significant progress so be sure to tune into this episode! Episode Highlights: • Learn what a backbone organization is about. • 3 amazing backbone organizations that you may not have heard of. • Top 3 questions to ask to find and then fund the backbone organizations working in the field you care about. Links referenced in this podcast • Click here to read the latest IPCC (Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change) report on climate change. • Click this link to view Altarum Healthcare Value Hub's definition of backbone organizations. • Check out my episodes with Dany Sigwalt and co. on the Power Shift Network here and here. • Check out my episode with Heidi Binko and the Just Transition Fund here. • Listen to my episode with Sean Kosofsky, executive director of the Climate Advocacy Lab here. • If you want to learn more about backbone organizations, check out these readings by the Stanford Social Innovation Review: Six Proven Practices for Backbone Organizations and Understanding the Value of Backbone Organizations in Collective Impact: Part 2. • Read the United Nations' report that we're going to experience a hotter climate in the future. If you enjoyed this episode, listen to these as well: • #38 Sybil Speaks: Tips to Fund Advocacy and Lobbying Correctly • #37 The Best Tips from a White House Speechwriter Who Transitioned to Philanthropy with Lowell Weiss, President, Cascade Philanthropy Advisors, Inc. • #36 Sybil Speaks: Three Things You Can Do Now to Create a Legacy That Lasts Crack the Code: Sybil's Successful Guide to Philanthropy Become even better at what you do as I teach you the strategies as well as the tools you'll need to avoid mistakes and make a career out of philanthropy through my new course, Crack the Code! In this new course, you'll gain access to beautifully animated and filmed engaging videos (one per week for a total of 8 weeks), and many more! Check out her website soon with all the latest opportunities to learn from Sybil at www.doyourgood.com. Connect with Do Your Good • Facebook @doyourgood • Instagram @doyourgood Don't forget to check out the #DoYourGoodChallenge and get a chance to win prizes as you give with a purpose! Would you like to talk with Sybil directly? Send in your inquiries through her website www.doyourgood.com, or you can email her directly at sybil@doyourgood.com!

If you want your limited funding to reach its true potential and have maximum impact, fund an important organization you have never heard of – the backbone organization! Don't forget about the invisible “backbone” organizations. I'll take the time to talk about currently existing backbone organizations and ways you can find the right organization to support. Providing backbone organizations with support is important to move an issue you care about forward to achieve significant progress so be sure to tune into this episode!   Episode Highlights: Learn what a backbone organization is about 3 amazing backbone organizations that you may not have heard of Top 3 questions to ask to find and then fund the backbone organizations working in the field you care about   Links referenced in this podcast Click here to read the latest IPCC (Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change) report on climate change. Click this link to view Altarum Healthcare Value Hub's definition of backbone organizations. Check out my episodes with Dany Sigwalt and co. on the Power Shift Network here and here. Check out my episode with Heidi Binko and the Just Transition Fund here. Listen to my episode with Sean Kosofsky, executive director of the Climate Advocacy Lab here. If you want to learn more about backbone organizations, check out these readings by the Stanford Social Innovation Review: Six Proven Practices for Backbone Organizations and Understanding the Value of Backbone Organizations in Collective Impact: Part 2. Read the United Nations' report that we're going to experiencing a hotter climate in the future.   If you enjoyed this episode, listen to these as well: #38 Sybil Speaks: Tips to Fund Advocacy and Lobbying Correctly #37 The Best Tips from a White House Speechwriter Who Transitioned to Philanthropy with Lowell Weiss, President, Cascade Philanthropy Advisors, Inc. #36 Sybil Speaks: Three Things You Can Do Now to Create a Legacy That Lasts   Crack the Code: Sybil's Successful Guide to Philanthropy Become even better at what you do as I teach you the strategies as well as the tools you'll need to avoid mistakes and make a career out of philanthropy through my new course, Crack the Code! In this new course, you'll gain access to beautifully animated and filmed engaging videos (one per week for a total of 8 weeks), and many more! Check out her website soon with all the latest opportunities to learn from Sybil at www.doyourgood.com.   Connect with Do Your Good Facebook @doyourgood Instagram @doyourgood Don't forget to check out the #DoYourGoodChallenge and get a chance to win prizes as you give with a purpose!   Would you like to talk with Sybil directly? Send in your inquiries through her website www.doyourgood.com, or you can email her directly at sybil@doyourgood.com!

8 Expert Tips For Raising $10,000+ in a Nonprofit Facebook Fundraiser ✨ Click here for Sean's free guide on Nonprofit Facebook fundraising✨ http://grantwritingandfunding.com/8-expert-tips-for-raising-10000-in-a-nonprofit-facebook-fundraiser/ Sound too good to be true? Nope! Sean Kosofsky, the Nonprofit Fixer, shares his expert tips for raising $10,000+ through a Nonprofit Facebook Fundraiser. This is a must-listen! You may be wondering if it's some complicated framework where you will spend 20,000 hours trying to figure it out. It's not. On the contrary Sean shares how this can be a very low-hanging, low-energy but quick to generate unrestricted funding for your nonprofit! Still waiting for the punch line? Or the BUT... There's not one. I was amazed and I know you will be to. Follow this expert advice (and get his FREE Guide) and let us know how you do in this Facebook fundraiser! It's not about creating advertisement, algorithms, or complicated data sets. It's a simple process where you can reach out to your friends and followers to help out. It gets other people doing the work for you. Ah-mazing! What We Discuss: ✔️Peer-to-peer fundraising ✔️Facebook fundraising ✔️Low hanging fruit asks ✔️How to plan for a fundraiser (and it can be quick) ✔️How to use unrestricted funds ✨✨ Visit www.grantwritingandfunding.com to get the proven G.R.A.N.T.S. formula to write winning grants ✨✨ Favor, please? If you love this podcast, would you please do me a favor and leave a review on iTunes or your podcast listener? This helps others find the podcast and I read each and every review! If you have any questions, feel free to email holly@grantwritingandfunding.com I'd love to connect with you! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWzIfwJt0az9KKwKz1Uc8vg Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hollyrustick LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/holly-rustick-0765b817/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/grantwritingandfunding/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/grantwritingandfunding/ Thanks for listening! Holly Rustick Expert Grant Writer & Bestselling Author https://www.grantwritingandfunding.com/ ✨✨ Visit www.grantwritingandfunding.com to get the proven G.R.A.N.T.S. formula to write winning grants ✨✨

I'm excited today to be able to share the third piece of our three-part series focusing on Board Development. If you've joined us for the previous episodes, you'll know that this is a special collaboration that I'm producing with Sean Kosofsky who is commonly known as “The Nonprofit Fixer.”Like last week, you're getting TWO interviews in this episode. Both organizations are clients of Sean's that have been doing some terrific work in the area of board development.First up is Adam Odsess-Rubin. Adam is the Founder and Artistic Director of National Queer Theater. Originally from Berkeley, CA, he has worked as a director, actor, and teaching artist nationally with American Conservatory Theater, The Guthrie Theater, and New York Theatre Workshop. Adam graduated from New York University with a master's degree in Educational Theatre in 2018 and started National Queer Theater to advance liberation for queer communities through the arts.Then, you'll hear from Martina Cucullu Lim.  Martina is the Executive Director of the Eviction Defense Collaborative where she leads anti-displacement and homelessness prevention initiatives in the City and County of San Francisco. In fact, EDC has served as the lead agency for the design, implementation, and oversight of San Francisco's Tenant Right to Counsel System. In her role, Martina oversees the collaboration of nine legal services organizations providing full-scope legal representation to tenants at risk of eviction. Martina also advocates for the expansion of tenant rights and the preservation of housing equity and access to justice across San Francisco.Connect with Adam:www.nationalqueertheater.orgFacebook and Instagram: @nationalqueertheaterConnect with Martina:www.evictiondefense.org****INTERESTED IN DELIVERING *MAXIMUM* VALUE FOR YOUR MEMBERS?Download a FREE Scorecard here and get ACTIONABLE insights in less than 10 minutes:  https://joyofmembership.com/scorecard****ABOUT YOUR HOSTYes, there is a “real” Joy in The Joy of Membership.Founder & CEO Joy Duling has been working with leaders of associations, trade groups and nonprofits since 2005.She has also walked the same journey, serving for nearly 10 years as the Executive Director of a membership-based nonprofit which she helped launch from scratch and led to annual revenues of more than $1M exclusively from membership contributions.Joy has been widely recognized as a speaker, an online educator and a trusted advisor, twice winning the “Unsung Hero Award” from the National Association of Women Business Owners' Central Illinois Chapter. She holds a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology and a Master's Degree in Social Work with Specialization in Policy, Planning and Administration. She has extensive experience in strategic planning, team facilitation, change management, and association operations.But beyond industry experience and education…Joy Duling is the calm voice you want to have in the room when you, your team, or your board is overwhelmed by ideas and options.She's a trusted resource at the other end of an email or phone call who knows the answer, or can find the answer, when it's not clear what to do next in your approach.She's a planner of systems and driver of progress that helps your organization achieve stretch goals.She's a gifted facilitator of conversation, collaboration and constructive growth. And she's approachable and results-oriented,  which makes it easy to shake loose of the old and start fresh on the new.

This episode is the second in a collaborative series that I'm doing with Sean Kosofsky, known as the Nonprofit Fixer.  We're focused in on Board Development in preparation for a webinar that we'll be co-hosting on the 29th of January.This week, you're going to hear from two nonprofit leaders who have deliberately invested time into board development. Both are clients of Sean and they agreed to share their experiences here so that we can learn from their work.First up is Jack Beck. When he was just 16 years old, Jack was struggling with serious challenges as a queer young person and it was an LGBTQ+ nonprofit that stepped in with help, which made all the difference.  Since then, he has dedicated his career to supporting organizations like the one that helped him.  He began by working with community-based HIV organizations, and over the past 15 years, he has worked with grassroots queer groups all over the world.  In 2015, he left his full-time job to start TurnOut, a nonprofit organization that focuses on connecting Bay Area volunteers with LGBTQ+ causes that can use their help.Our second interview for this episode is with Irene van der Zande.  Irene has been dedicated to protecting children, teens, and adults, including those with special needs from abuse, bullying, assault, exploitation and other emotional and physical violence by empowering them with knowledge and skills.  She is the Executive Director and Founder of Kidpower Teenpower Fullpower International, a global nonprofit that has served over 6 million people of different ages, abilities, cultures, beliefs, and identities since 1989.Connect with Jack:www.turnout.orgConnect with Irene:https://www.kidpower.org/****INTERESTED IN DELIVERING *MAXIMUM* VALUE FOR YOUR MEMBERS?Download a FREE Scorecard here and get ACTIONABLE insights in less than 10 minutes:  https://joyofmembership.com/scorecard****ABOUT YOUR HOSTYes, there is a “real” Joy in The Joy of Membership.Founder & CEO Joy Duling has been working with leaders of associations, trade groups and nonprofits since 2005.She has also walked the same journey, serving for nearly 10 years as the Executive Director of a membership-based nonprofit which she helped launch from scratch and led to annual revenues of more than $1M exclusively from membership contributions.Joy has been widely recognized as a speaker, an online educator and a trusted advisor, twice winning the “Unsung Hero Award” from the National Association of Women Business Owners' Central Illinois Chapter. She holds a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology and a Master's Degree in Social Work with Specialization in Policy, Planning and Administration. She has extensive experience in strategic planning, team facilitation, change management, and association operations.But beyond industry experience and education…Joy Duling is the calm voice you want to have in the room when you, your team, or your board is overwhelmed by ideas and options.She's a trusted resource at the other end of an email or phone call who knows the answer, or can find the answer, when it's not clear what to do next in your approach.She's a planner of systems and driver of progress that helps your organization achieve stretch goals.She's a gifted facilitator of conversation, collaboration and constructive growth. And she's approachable and results-oriented,  which makes it easy to shake loose of the old and start fresh on the new.

Sean Kosofsky is the NonProfit Fixer! He has worked in nonprofits for 28 years, including as executive director for five organizations. He has worked in policy, communications, grassroots advocacy, direct service, development, management and served on numerous boards. He has raised millions of dollars for causes, candidates and campaigns. His work has appeared in news stories around the world, and he has offered webinars or blog posts through AFP, Candid, Idealware, Bloomerang, TechSoup, Wild Apricot, and Pamela Grow's Motivate Mondays, and more.He has worked on a wide range of issues including LGBTQ equality, reproductive justice, voting access, bullying prevention, climate change, and more. He offers coaching, consulting, training, and free tools at his website Nonprofitfixer.com and courses at http://Learn.MindTheGapConsulting.org.Connect with Sean:NonProfitFixer.comRegister for the Free Training****INTERESTED IN DELIVERING *MAXIMUM* VALUE FOR YOUR MEMBERS?Download a FREE Scorecard here and get ACTIONABLE insights in less than 10 minutes:  https://joyofmembership.com/scorecard****ABOUT YOUR HOSTYes, there is a “real” Joy in The Joy of Membership.Founder & CEO Joy Duling has been working with leaders of associations, trade groups and nonprofits since 2005.She has also walked the same journey, serving for nearly 10 years as the Executive Director of a membership-based nonprofit which she helped launch from scratch and led to annual revenues of more than $1M exclusively from membership contributions.Joy has been widely recognized as a speaker, an online educator and a trusted advisor, twice winning the “Unsung Hero Award” from the National Association of Women Business Owners' Central Illinois Chapter. She holds a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology and a Master's Degree in Social Work with Specialization in Policy, Planning and Administration. She has extensive experience in strategic planning, team facilitation, change management, and association operations.But beyond industry experience and education…Joy Duling is the calm voice you want to have in the room when you, your team, or your board is overwhelmed by ideas and options.She's a trusted resource at the other end of an email or phone call who knows the answer, or can find the answer, when it's not clear what to do next in your approach.She's a planner of systems and driver of progress that helps your organization achieve stretch goals.She's a gifted facilitator of conversation, collaboration and constructive growth. And she's approachable and results-oriented,  which makes it easy to shake loose of the old and start fresh on the new.

#016 - Sean is a coach, consultant, and trainer for nonprofit leaders.  Today, he shares some of his Facebook Fundraising secrets.  Using some of his strategies, some organizations have been able to raise over $10,000 in as little as 30 days.  One secret is you have to do the work.  The good news is, you likely already have the skills to do this.  If you know how to post on Facebook you can do this.Sean says that if you have 500+ Facebook friends, you can raise $1,000.  If 10 people in your organization do this, you can raise $10,000.  It only takes a month.The key takeaways from my discussion with Sean are:  #1 People are FAR more likely to give, if someone they know and like asks them;#2 Get people willing to do it, have them invite their Facebook friends, and post daily; #3 You will be surprised by the people who donate; AND#4 Don't assume someone doesn't have money to give - don't be both the buyer and the seller.Be sure to check out his website at nonprofitfixer.com.

Funder-driven initiatives can help the field when done right. Learn from an expert in charge of a funder-driven initiative on climate change. Interview with Sean Kosofsky of the Climate Advocacy Lab and Nonprofit Fixer.

Funder-driven initiatives can help the field when done right. Learn from an expert in charge of a funder-driven initiative on climate change. Interview with Sean Kosofsky of the Climate Advocacy Lab and Nonprofit Fixer. 

Sean Kosofsky joins The Great Battlefield podcast to talk about how Climate Advocacy Lab is helping to improve the communications of many organizations in the climate crisis arena.