Successful Nonprofits Podcast – Details, episodes & analysis

Could your nonprofit offer staff benefits they couldn't even get working for a Fortune 500 employer?

Curt Ellis, co-founder and CEO of FoodCorps, joins Dolph Goldenburg to share the secret sauce behind FoodCorps' jaw-dropping benefits package. From a $3,000 401(k) match to 16 weeks of paid parental leave to sabbaticals, FoodCorps is setting new standards in the nonprofit sector. Ellis explains why offering these benefits isn't just about employee satisfaction—it's a business strategy that strengthens FoodCorps' mission to connect children to nourishing food.

Discover how FoodCorps' approach to sabbaticals, half-day Fridays, and family planning support boosts morale and retains talent in the high-turnover nonprofit workforce. Whether you're tackling employee burnout or seeking donor buy-in for better benefits, this episode is your blueprint for success.

This episode answers the following questions:

• How can I implement competitive benefits at my nonprofit?
• Why are sabbaticals a game-changer for retention?
• How can I approach funders about improving staff benefits?

Links mentioned in this episode:

• FoodCorps

Looking for More?

Check out these amazing episodes:

• Our Unlimited PTO Experiment with Dolph & Lexie on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or our website with show notes.
• Beyond Money: Incentives That Work with Uri Gneezy on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or our website with show notes.

As the rest of the world counts down the last weeks of the year, this is the perfect time for leaders like you to harness your donors' holiday-giving spirit to generate more dollars, retain more donors, and cultivate even larger gifts for next year.  

This episode answers the following questions:

• How can I engage my nonprofit's Board in fundraising at the end of the year? 
• What strategies can I use in the last week or month of the year to boost donations? 
• What are LYBUNT donors and how do I approach them? 
• What are some easy ways to raise $10,000 or more in a month? 

Links mentioned in this episode:

• Blog Post: 5 Digital Fundraising Challenges and Their Solutions
• Blog Post: 31 Ideas for Board Member Fundraising

Looking for more? Check out these amazing episodes:

• 11 Donor-Tested Ways to Say "Thank You" on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or our website with show notes
  
• Podcast: Volunteer Fundraisers Unleashed with Maura McDaniel  on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or our website with show notes

Have you ever delayed a difficult conversation, hoping the issue would resolve itself? You're not alone! In this episode, Tucker Miller, executive coach and author of The First Four Words, shares her fresh approach to starting challenging conversations with ease and confidence. Drawing from her experience as a lawyer and HR professional, Tucker dives into why those first four words matter and how they can lead to more effective, empathetic discussions. 

If you've ever procrastinated on addressing sensitive topics with your team, board, or even donors, this episode is packed with actionable insights to help you take the leap. From navigating performance feedback to addressing organizational concerns, Tucker's techniques are designed to transform conversations into opportunities for clarity and growth.

This episode answers the following questions:

• How do I start a difficult conversation?
• What techniques can I use to set clear expectations?
• How do l model effective behavior in challenging discussions?

Links mentioned in this episode:

• Onward Leadership coaching services.
• J Tucker Miller information on J Tucker Miller's book and speaking engagements.

Looking for more? Check out these amazing episodes:

• Ep 208: The Magic of "Thank You" with Sandy Rees 
  Apple Podcasts | Spotify | or our website with show notes
• Ep 311: The Power of Words with Erica Barnhart
  Apple Podcasts | Spotify | or our website with show notes

Dolph answers questions about staff recruitment, remote onboarding, becoming a consulting, and cultivating event sponsors. 

Pareen discusses the strategies she and her nonprofit used to build out a strong, efficient back office that supports their operations, mission, and office culture.

Dolph, Colleen, and Christina continue their panel discussion on practical tips and strategies to make your nonprofit more efficient, effective, and impactful.

Dolph joins Colleen Carroll and Christina Edwards on an NXUnite panel to discuss practical tips and strategies to make your nonprofit more effective, efficient, and impactful.

Elana discusses her journey to becoming an effective and authentic leader.

Dolph and Lexie discuss how Successful Nonprofits® transitioned to offering unlimited PTO and their lessons learned.

Krista shares tips to craft your pitch, prepare for a successful interview, and cultivate relationships with reporters.