The episode provides a historical overview of women and philanthropy in the U.S. It highlights Margaret Olivia Sage, Madam C.J. Walker, and other historical figures and their pioneering efforts in philanthropy. This episode draws on research from Kathleen D. McCarthy, Peter Dobkin Hall, Debra J. Mesch, Andrea Pactor, and Tyrone Freeman, and it was created using Notebook LM.

Introduction to the Course

Past, Present, and Future of the Nonprofit Sector

Theories Related to the Nonprofit Sector

Nonprofit Startup Project Overview

Mission, Vision, and Values

Nonprofit Law

Governance and Leadership_Board of Directors

Critiquing Mission, Vision, and Values

Governance and Leadership_Executive Directors (Part 1 of 2)