Changemaker Conversations: The Podcast for Nonprofit Leaders

What’s Keeping Nonprofit Leaders Up at Night Right Now?

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In this inaugural episode of Changemaker Conversations, we're diving into what's keeping nonprofit leaders up at night in 2025. From sudden federal funding freezes to market volatility affecting donor confidence, we break down the four biggest challenges facing nonprofit leaders today—and more importantly, share practical solutions to address them.

If you're feeling the weight of leading in today's nonprofit landscape and looking for actionable strategies to navigate these unprecedented times, this episode is for you!

 

Here's what you'll learn in this episode: 

  • The four biggest challenges keeping nonprofit leaders awake at night in 2025
  • How to diversify your funding streams in response to growing uncertainty 
  • Practical strategies for boosting staff morale and retention during turbulent times 
  • Ways to avoid "strategic whiplash" when constantly adapting to change 
  • How organizations are navigating anti-DEI pressures while staying true to their values

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      • Employee Value Proposition Framework 
      • Prosper Strategies Webinar On Leading Through Change and Uncertainty
        • This Episode’s Blog Post

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          • Prosper-Strategies.com to learn more about our strategic consulting practice 
          • [email protected] with topic suggestions, guest recommendations or questions
          • On LinkedIn with Alyssa Conrardy, Lindsay Mullen and Prosper Strategies

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            Join us every other week as we pull you out of the day-to-day grind and refocus your attention on the big picture through candid conversations about building more impactful nonprofits with less friction and more joy.

             

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            Changemaker Conversations: The Podcast for Nonprofit LeadersBy Alyssa Conrardy and Lindsay Mullen