Telling Your Nonprofit Story Despite Budget and Time Constraints
The Nonprofit MBA Podcast with Stephen Halasnik
Release Date: 01/15/2025
The Resilient Sector: How Nonprofits Can Lead Through Crisis and Come Out Stronger Nonprofit MBA 8.17
The Nonprofit MBA Podcast with Stephen Halasnik
The crises of recent years—be they economic, political, or global health-related—have taught us one thing: the world turns to nonprofits when everything else breaks down. Food banks, housing initiatives, health clinics, and educational programs didn’t close when the world did. Instead, they scaled up. They innovated. They adapted. But while the public relies on them, the financial foundation of many nonprofits remains fragile. And that’s where the conversation between nonprofit lending expert Stephen Halasnik and BlueHub Capital CEO Elyse Cherry begins: not with despair, but with a...
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How Culture Affects Your Nonprofit Success
The Nonprofit MBA Podcast with Stephen Halasnik
Stephen Halasnik, Managing Partner of Financing Solutions (), a leading provider of lines of credit to nonprofits, sat down with Jon Nevett, President and CEO of Public Interest Registry (PIR), to discuss how nonprofit culture is critical to your success on the Nonprofit MBA Podcast.
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Fundraising Performance Metrics: Why Nonprofits Must Measure What Matters: Nonprofit MBA 8.15
The Nonprofit MBA Podcast with Stephen Halasnik
Stephen Halasnik sits down with Greg Warner, founder of MarketSmart, to dissect the essential role of fundraising performance metrics in nonprofit growth. Their conversation sheds light on the significance of donor behavior data, measuring engagement, and building meaningful relationships with supporters.
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The Rise of Sustainable Giving
The Nonprofit MBA Podcast with Stephen Halasnik
In a world where monthly subscriptions have become second nature—from streaming music to meal kits—there’s a quiet revolution unfolding in the nonprofit world. It’s called sustainable giving, and it’s not just a trend—it’s a necessary evolution. On a recent episode of the Nonprofit MBA Podcast, Stephen Halasnik sat down with Dave Raley, founder of Imago Consulting and author of The Rise of Sustainable Giving, to explore how this movement is reshaping the future of charitable donations.
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How Your Nonprofit Should Build a Grant System
The Nonprofit MBA Podcast with Stephen Halasnik
In this episode of the Nonprofit MBA Podcast, host Stephen Halasnik spoke with Bryan Partee, an experienced nonprofit executive and founder of Nonprofit Marketplace. Drawing from more than two decades of frontline leadership and consulting experience, Bryan Partee shared in-depth insights on how nonprofits can strategically build and refine a high-performing grant system.
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How Nonprofits Are Responding Under the Trump Administration
The Nonprofit MBA Podcast with Stephen Halasnik
There’s no doubt, many nonprofits are under intense stress and pressure following current Trump policies. Federal support is shifting. The donation boom of the COVID era is far behind us. And economic headwinds are picking up speed. Now, the big question is, how are nonprofits responding to the economic uncertainty? In today’s podcast, Stephen Halasnik from Financing Solutions (https://financingsolutionsnow.com/) discusses how nonprofits are responding under the Trump administration.
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The Benefits of Nonprofit Leaders Having Mentors
The Nonprofit MBA Podcast with Stephen Halasnik
Just like in every aspect of life, the role of mentorship in nonprofit leadership and its impact can not be overstated. When nonprofit leaders truly understand what mentorship is, where to find the right mentors, and the unique power of peer-to-peer (lateral) mentorship, they lay a strong foundation for long-term success. In today’s podcast, Deborah Heiser from The Mentor Project and Stephen Halasnik from Financing Solutions (https://financingsolutionsnow.com/) discuss the benefits of mentorship in nonprofit leadership.
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The Numbers Every Nonprofit Should Always Pay Attention To With Brooke Lively.
The Nonprofit MBA Podcast with Stephen Halasnik
Financial management might not be the most glamorous part of running a nonprofit, hence, many nonprofit leaders tend to overlook it. But it’s one of the most critical. A lot of nonprofits struggle with sustainability, not because they lack purpose or passion, but because they do not pay attention to their financial health. Prioritizing nonprofit financial health means treating financial management as mission work. When you understand your numbers, you lead with purpose, plan with foresight, and serve your community with strength. In today’s podcast, Brooke Lively from Cathedral...
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Breaking the Restricted Cycle: 3 Game-Changing Approaches Every Nonprofit Needs to Know With Yanyn San Luis
The Nonprofit MBA Podcast with Stephen Halasnik
Breaking out of the restricted funding cycle isn’t about chasing bigger checks or fancy strategies. It’s about building an organization that funders believe in and communities rally around. When you start planning with partnership in mind, tell stories backed by solid data, treat your donor data like the treasure it is, and invite funders into honest, ongoing relationships, you set your nonprofit apart. Struggling with restricted nonprofit funding? In today’s podcast, Yanyn San Luis from The Win Woman and Stephen Halasnik from Financing Solutions...
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No-Nonsense Marketing and Public Relations for Nonprofits With Leslie Smith.
The Nonprofit MBA Podcast with Stephen Halasnik
Marketing strategies for nonprofits don’t have to be complicated or expensive. The key thing is to focus on clarity, consistency, and connection. Make sure your message is strong, use the right tools to amplify your voice, build relationships with media and supporters, and measure what matters. Most importantly, don’t get caught up in trying to do everything at once. Choose one or two marketing strategies that align with your nonprofit’s goals, and start there. In today’s podcast, Leslie Smith from McCormick L.A. Public Relations and Stephen Halasnik from Financing Solutions...
info_outlineTelling your nonprofit’s story doesn’t have to be daunting, even with budget and time constraints. By setting specific goals, understanding your audience, creating compelling content, leveraging free tools, collaborating with partners, measuring progress, maintaining consistent branding, and focusing on one tactic at a time, you can share your mission in a powerful and meaningful way. Remember, the key is to be strategic, unique, intentional, and authentic. Your story has the power to inspire, engage, and drive change. With these strategies, you can ensure your nonprofit’s voice is heard and your mission thrives. In today’s podcast, Jen Esparza from The Jen Advantage and Stephen Halasnik from Financing Solutions (https://financingsolutionsnow.com/) discuss telling your nonprofit story despite budget and time constraints.