Radio Free 501c - a podcast about Nonprofit Management

This episode: All nonprofit organizations depend on program funding, but 501c3 organizations (charities and foundations) are keenly aware of its importance when dues are not a revenue source. It's a never-ending search that requires balancing grants, donations, and sponsors -- and after the funding is received it's up to staff to implement steps to bring the programs to life! My guest, Gail Kulp, CAE, is the Executive Director of the Sea Tow Foundation, a group that educates the public about boating safety. We discuss their 4 major programs, how Gail works with Sea Tow's supporters, and the unique challenges that a small staff nonprofit faces (Sea Tow has 2 full-time staff). We discuss life jackets, e-flares, sober boat driving, and their awards program. I learned that the Susquehanna River is the longest non-navigable river in the United States. Why is that? Gail explains. She also shares an inspiration from McDonald's Corporation that helped increase donations. We have a great time discussing our love of boating and being on the water and how a strong funding program helps make the goals a reality. How do you balance your program funding? Share a comment! https://bit.ly/RadioFree501cProgramFunding

The author reads her weekly message from the Rogue Tulips Consulting newsletter, "Rogue Speak."

This week's topic is "Standards of Conduct and Their Importance."

This episode: Have you wondered about rebranding your nonprofit? Many reasons can get you thinking about a rebrand including organizational evolution, new audiences, or a stronger presentation of your organization's mission statement. You may think it's too expensive or it will take years to do. Think again! My guest Gwyn Donohue, CAE, Vice President of Communications and Membership at the Pet Advocacy Network shares her successful experience working with both internal and external stakeholders and partners to successfully rebrand the association of the pet care industry! In 15 months, PIJAC became the Pet Advocacy Network. Gwyn shares the 5 Steps they used (the 5 Ps of Successful Rebranding) which include Plenty of time, Perfect Partner, Plethora of Research, Participation of Stakeholders, and Promote with a Hook or a Story. She walks us through their experience and gives details on how they did it so you don't want to miss this episode! What questions do you have about rebranding? Share a comment!

The author reads her weekly message from the Rogue Tulips Consulting newsletter, "Rogue Speak."

This week's topic is: Don't Even Get Me Started . . . Things On My Mind

1. Harassment Marketing

2. Women Not Speaking Up

3. Anti-Consultant Bias

The Nonprofit Alliance (TNPA) is an organization for nonprofits promoting the great work our profession and community do to help make the world a better place. Like many of us, they realize most people don't say "When I grow up, I want to work at a nonprofit." As we discuss in this episode, most of us don't even realize nonprofit management is an option for a professional path. To address this, TNPA established a Nonprofit Internship program that introduces college students to nonprofit management as a career path. The program is called Leading Edge and connects organizations with students while providing interns with mentoring, education, and information about our profession. My guests, Shannon McCracken, CAE, CEO of TNPA, and Shelby Truxon, TNPA's Director of Internship Experience, talk about the program's development, its commitment to DEI, and how it engages with people and organizations across the nonprofit community. It's an exciting example of why nonprofits exist: for purpose, not for profit. How do you promote the opportunities of our profession? Share a comment!

Season 5 episode 17 | Series Episode 194

The author reads her weekly message from the Rogue Tulips Consulting newsletter, "Rogue Speak."

This week's topic is Thoughts on Servant Leadership.

This episode: It's our quarterly wellness feature with Wellness Advocate Fern Carbonell! We talk about stress, how to manage it, and why it's okay to say no. Fern shares her 3-Step Approach to stress management: identify the source, prioritize self-care, and set boundaries. All good ideas and Fern tells us her view on how to take those steps and improve your overall health. In an environment that seems increasingly stressful, you won't want to miss this one. How do you manage stress and its impact? Share a comment!

The author reads her weekly message from the Rogue Tulips Consulting newsletter, "Rogue Speak."

This week's topic is Artificial Intelligence is Blinding Us.

This episode: If you are on staff at a nonprofit, you may have been in the role of a solo staff department (I have!). My guest this week, Jen Swanson, is a Solo Staff Marketing Department. And PR. And Crisis Communications. And contributes content oversight to the Website . . . AND -- You get the drift! She shares her wisdom, experiences, and her love for the role because while it can be challenging it's also a lot of fun! Jen knows that there are many resources available to the solo staff person, and she has learned the biggest secret: It's okay to try things that don't work. Jen has a great sense of humor and a love for all things Disney so we talk about that too! No matter your role, Jen has great advice that is applicable and actionable for departments of all sizes. What's a challenge you face with managing your workload? Share a comment!

The author reads her weekly message from the Rogue Tulips Consulting newsletter, "Rogue Speak.

This week's topic is "The Day after Trinity & Artificial Intelligence."