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The Unfiltered Non-Profit: Leaders Share It All

The Unfiltered Non-Profit: Leaders Share It All

著者： Cherry Chan
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 Dive into the real world of non-profit leadership. Hear inspiring stories and experiences of leaders, with a focus on examining their operations. Get a candid look at the challenges they face in managing successful non-profits. This podcast is all about the unfiltered journey of leading a non-profit and making a difference. マネジメント マネジメント・リーダーシップ 経済学
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  • How Listening Helped this CEO Unlock Major Gifts and Stronger Donors

    How Listening Helped this CEO Unlock Major Gifts and Stronger Donors
    2025/10/02
    What if the secret to securing major gifts and building stronger donor relationships isn’t about having the biggest database or slickest pitch—but about simply listening? In this episode of the Unfiltered Nonprofit Podcast, Cherry Chan sits down with Chris McGarvey, CEO of the Canadian Nurses Foundation, to unpack nearly 30 years of nonprofit fundraising leadership. Chris shares how listening first—to staff, boards, and donors—has shaped his career and why it remains the most powerful strategy for cultivating trust and raising significant funds. You’ll hear how CNF pivoted during the pandemic to launch mental health programming, diversifying both its programs and donor base. Chris breaks down the realities of major gift fundraising, from the 70/30 hospital funding split to the patience required for $25k+ gifts that often take 18–24 months to secure. For nonprofit CEOs, fundraisers, and board members, this episode is a reminder that sustainable revenue growth comes from more than one funding source. With practical insights on donor diversification, board engagement, and balancing the demands of leadership, Chris offers a roadmap for thriving—even in uncertain times. You’ll learn: Why listening is the cornerstone of major gifts fundraising How to diversify programs to attract new donors and revenue streams The realistic timeline for $25k+ major gifts (18–24 months) How to build a business case your board will support Why strong leaders build teams that don’t depend on them If you’re ready to strengthen your nonprofit’s fundraising pipeline, this conversation is packed with strategies you can put to work right away.
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    34 分
  • Collaboration That Turns Competition into New Revenue

    Collaboration That Turns Competition into New Revenue
    2025/09/18
    In this episode of the Unfiltered Nonprofit Podcast, Cherry sits down with Vaia Dimas, Executive Director of the Almonte General Hospital–Fairview Manor Foundation. With 20 years in fundraising, Vaia shares how small teams can punch above their weight by getting disciplined, streamlining events, and collaborating—even with “competitors.” She explains why hospital equipment isn’t government-funded, how donor education unlocks giving, and what it takes to stay motivated when leadership feels isolating. You’ll hear a practical playbook: trim what doesn’t move the needle (like time-sucking auctions that underperform), refocus golf tournaments around one or two high-yield mechanics, and convert “nice to have” add-ons into mission-critical gifts. Vaia also breaks down a donor-sparked joint lottery between two nearby hospitals—new money neither could access alone, shared workload, and a stronger community message. If you’re an ED or fundraiser feeling stretched thin, this conversation shows how discipline beats motivation, how to build a personal leadership circle, and how diversified revenue gives you stability when the economy wobbles. Highlights Why donors fund what’s inside the hospital walls—and how to explain it simply The small-shop advantage: deeper relationships, faster learning loops Event redesign that saves staff time and raises more (fewer raffles, clearer case for support) Diversifying revenue beyond galas to reduce risk Collaboration that creates net-new dollars (and shares the workload) Mindset shift: discipline over motivation when leadership feels isolating Practical Tips You Can Use This Quarter Audit one signature event: cut low-yield tasks (e.g., sprawling auctions) and add a direct “fund the equipment” paddle raise/auction Teach the need: make “what government funds vs. what donors fund” a standard one-pager Diversify lightly: add one new stream (vendor program, planned giving starter, small lottery/pilot raffle) without blowing up your calendar Form a leadership circle: three peers you can call for gut-checks and confidential problem-solving
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    34 分
  • Why $5 Donors Matter More Than You Think in Nonprofit Growth

    Why $5 Donors Matter More Than You Think in Nonprofit Growth
    2025/08/21

    In this episode of the Unfiltered Nonprofit Podcast, Cherry Chan talks with Nicole Thibeault, former National Executive Director of Canadian Parents for French, about the strategies that helped her achieve nonprofit revenue growth and long-term sustainability.

    Over 10 years, Nicole successfully doubled organizational revenue by diversifying funding streams, charging modest fees for programs, and turning small donations into a culture of philanthropy. From $5 monthly donors to securing major grants, her approach shows that every dollar counts. She also ensured a 100% giving rate from her board of directors, proving that leadership in fundraising starts at the top.

    Nicole shares how she rallied her 5–7 staff team and a national network across provinces to align with strategic goals. Her staff training sessions grew from just 5 participants to more than 30, demonstrating how culture change is built step by step.

    She also provides a roadmap for succession planning, describing her two-year retirement transition that included 18 months of transparency and a 3-week overlap with her successor — ensuring stability and confidence across the organization.

    If you’re an Executive Director, CEO, board member, or nonprofit professional, this episode is packed with real-world strategies to strengthen your nonprofit’s fundraising, leadership, and sustainability.
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    39 分
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