Fundraising HayDay

The Road Less Traveled: The Path of a Grant Professional

There is no clear trajectory for a grant professional. So where do you start, and how do you move up the ladder? The truth is, everyone's ladder is different. Cohosts Amanda and Kimberly share their paths in the grant profession. Take a listen and consider where your career will lead you.

Ripped from the Headlines: Scary Bad Stories to Tell Round theGrant Cubicle

Sadly, horror stories abound of individuals and organizations not following the rules, regulations, and requirements set forth by grant funders. These stories of fraud serve as a reminder that grant funding is not our money, and we have a fiscal and morale responsibility to safeguard it. Join this year's discussion of stories ripped from the headlines.

The Real Scoop on Self-Care in the Workplace

Work-life balance. Healthy work environment. The happy, health nonprofit. Let's face it. We have all heard the buzz words about having a healthy work environment, but it's time to get past the talking and actually make it happen. Join our conversation with Tara Davis who manages staff well-being and engagement for the American Psychological Association as we learn some great practices and ideas to make our working environment better for us all. And she's got the data to back it up, a fan favorite for grant professionals. Maybe even forward this podcast episode to your boss...

What's Your Problem? A Needs Assessment Deep Dive

Why do we seek grant funding in the first place? It is simple: we serve communities with needs. Without a need, there is no reason to write that grant proposal in the first place. Listen to learn tips to writing the best needs statement for your next grant.

Growing Your Loyal Donors

We are talking to Pamela Grow about individual giving. Nonprofits should have a diverse portfolio of funding, and believe it or not, grants are not the biggest slice of that pie. The largest source of charitable giving comes from individuals. Take a listen to learn how to cultivate consistent donors for your organization.

Recognizing the Signs of Career Burnout

Pat Duboise is a seasoned grant professional who recognized the signs of burnout after attending a national conference. Rather than giving in or ignoring it, she invested in the grant profession through professional development and new experiences in the field. Join our conversation with Pat and learn how to reengage in your own career.

The Enneagram: What's Your Type?

The Enneagram is a tool, complete with nine personality types, used to understand your way of relating to the world around you. Understanding how you and your coworkers interact, based on your enneagram types, can make you a more cohesive team. Find your enneagram today.

Storytelling, Marketing, and Social Media, OH MY!

Every organization has a story. The stories of our work and people served shape our fundraising, grant proposals, and communities, but how do we find them? Join our lively discussion with Julia Campbell, a digital storyteller with a passion for helping nonprofits build movements, to learn how you can best use social media and other avenues to spread the word about the good you do.

 

What's the Difference? Sub-recipients vs Contractors

Sub-recipients, contractors, fiscal agents, partnerships, collaborators - and the list goes on when it comes to potential relationships developed as a result of grant funding. How you treat each relationship is determined by what type of relationship it is. When it comes to federal funding, it can mean the difference between being in and out of compliance with federal regulations. Know which is which so you don't find yourself in trouble with your funder.

Grant Writers, Fundraisers, and Marketers: We're ALL Storytellers

Storytelling is at the heart of our work. We communicate with donors and grantors. We share the successes of the people and communities we serve. Join our story-filled conversation with Marc Pitman, founder of Concord Leadership Group and storyteller extraordinaire.