The Nonprofit Insider Podcast
The Nonprofit Insider Podcast, hosted by Swim Karim, offers a look inside the world of nonprofit organizations. Each episode explores topics relevant to nonprofit leaders, fundraisers, and advocates. The show aims to provide insights and practical advice for those working in or with the nonprofit sector. Listeners can expect conversations on strategy, impact, and the issues shaping the sector.
Episodes
Executive Director Pay: A look at the L.A. nonprofit CEO paid $1.6 million over two years
Carol Adelkoff was paid $1.6 million over a two-year stretch serving as the CEO of Los Angles based nonprofit "1736 Family Crisis Center".But when you dive deeper into the numbers, you might start to focus more on the board of directors than the CEO herself.Plus, this brings up the age-old question of how much should nonprofit executive directors be paid.L.A. Times article by Audrey McGlinchy here
Jessica Cloud, CFRE: Fundraising, Consulting & Finding Clients on TikTok
She's been called the Tasmanian Devil of fundraising.In my latest episode of The Nonprofit Insider Podcast Summer Fundraising Series, I sit down with Jessica Cloud, CFRE, founder of Real Deal Fundraising, to talk about what it really takes to build a career as a fundraising consultant.I asked Jessica how she made the leap into consulting, what nonprofit leaders are actually looking for when they h
Amy Lavender: What 15 Years of Nonprofit Fundraising Leadership Teaches You
Imagine spending 15 years working for one nonprofit organization.Fifteen years of your time. Your energy. Your dedication.Now imagine having the chance to sit down with the version of yourself from Day One. What would you say?In my latest episode of The Nonprofit Insider Podcast Summer Fundraising Series, I sit down with Amy Lavender, Vice President of Development at Adelante Development Center in
I Spent 55 Hours in D.C. for the Points of Light Conference. Was It Worth the Time and Money?
I spent 56 hours in Washington, D.C., attending the 2026 Points of Light Conference. Was it worth the investment?In this episode of The Nonprofit Insider Podcast, I take you inside my experience attending one of the nation's largest gatherings of nonprofit and volunteer leaders.I pull back the curtain on my experience, including the atmosphere inside the conference and the people I met along the w
Nicki Fiocco and Jerome Tennile: Volunteerism, National Service & America at 250
In this episode of The Nonprofit Insider Podcast, Swim sits down with volunteer engagement leaders Nicki Fiocco and Jerome Tennille for a conversation about service, volunteerism, and the future of civic engagement in America.As members of the 2026 Points of Light Conference Welcome Committee, Nicki and Jerome take listeners behind the scenes of the nation's largest volunteer-focused gathering and
Megan Laks of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Los Angeles
In our first "Summer Fundraiser Series", Swim sits down with Megan Laks of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Los Angles.Megan is without a doubt one of my favorite people in the nonprofit space. In the episode she breaks down what fundraising actually looks like behind the scenes and why so many people misunderstand development work.Megan shares her journey into fundraising, from working with so
EP 76-Anyone else burnt out & Why I'm changing my opinion on AI in the Nonprofit World
Burn Out in the nonprofit space is real...but the nonprofit space is not exclusively to blame.Plus, why the higher standards of the nonprofit space are causing the A.I. conversations to be so clunky.Listen to the episode on Apple here: https://bit.ly/Ep76TheNonprofitinsiderpodcastAppleListen to the episode on Spotify here: https://bit.ly/Ep76TheNonprofitinsiderpodcastSpotifyAnd be sure to subscrib
Knowing Your Worth (and Adding Tax), A Conversation with Severina Ware, CVA
In this episode of The Nonprofit Insider Podcast, Swim sits down with Severina Ware, a leader in people engagement and nonprofit strategy, for a conversation about ambition, intentionality, and career growth in the nonprofit space.Severina shares her perspective on what she’s seeing across the country when it comes to nonprofit professionals, and why volunteer leaders in particular may not be thin
Cesar Chavez Ramifications, The Cost to Attend Points of Light Conference in D.C.
How the recent news regarding César Chavez shows us the risks (and rewards) of naming a nonprofit after a person.Plus, the annual Points of Light conference is happening in DC this year. I discuss the cost it will take for me to attend and why some people outside the United States are skipping the conference altogether.Listen to the episode on Apple here: https://bit.ly/Ep74TheNonprofitInsiderPodc
A Rant: Why I Hate State Lotteries (and the DC-Based Nonprofit on My Naughty List)
I hate the lottery. Let’s start there.The average American household spends $665 per year playing state-run lottery games. In fact, Americans spent $105.26 billion on lottery tickets last year alone, making the lottery the most popular form of gambling in the United States.In today’s episode, I talk about why I despise state-run lotteries, why states should stop running them altogether, and why go
Why Being “Nice” Isn’t Working Anymore for Nonprofits: A conversation with Amira Barger
AMIRA, AMIRA, AMIRA. The name is making waves in the nonprofit space. And her book is on fire.In this episode of The Nonprofit Insider Podcast, Swim sits down with Amira Barger, author of The Price of Nice: Why Comfort Keeps Us Stuck and 4 Actions for Real Change.Amira shares what she’s hearing from nonprofit professionals across the country, the emotional weight many people are carrying right now
Episode 70 — Kicking Off 2026 with Sara Keller (Nusenda Credit Union Foundation)
Episode 71: Kicking Off 2026 with Sara Keller (Nusenda Credit Union Foundation)We’re kicking off 2026 with a powerful conversation about philanthropy, leadership, and community impact.In this episode of The Nonprofit Insider Podcast, Swim sits down with Sara Keller, Executive Director of the Nusenda Credit Union Foundation, to explore how New Mexico’s largest credit union has spent the past decade
Faiza Venzant on the State of Nonprofits, DEI, Managing Volunteers and Why Everyone Can Win
Faiza Venzant, CVA, Executive Director of the Council for Certification in Volunteer Administration (CCVA) and Principal Investigator with the Assessing Diversity and Equity in Volunteer Inclusion project.With over 25 years of leadership experience in volunteer engagement, Faiza brings both a global and deeply personal perspective to the nonprofit sector.In one of the final interviews of the year,
Nonprofit Consulting in the Year 2025: A Conversation with Dana Litwin, CVA
In this episode, Swim sits down with Dana Litwin, CVA, an internationally recognized consultant and speaker, to talk candidly about the current state of nonprofits in America. Dana brings her trademark honesty and humor to a conversation that touches on layoffs, financial pressures, and what she’s hearing from nonprofit leaders across the country.Dana also dives into the growing “second job” pheno
Second Jobs and Side Hustles in the Nonprofit Space
Episode 68: Nonprofit Wage Penalty, Side Hustles & Second JobsHave you ever had a second job while working at a nonprofit? You and me both. In 2017, 19% of Americans had two or more jobs during the year. That number has more than doubled in the eight years since. And a growing number of workers are taking on side hustles to bring in extra cash or separate themselves in an ever-competitive mark
Ep.67: Layoffs, Dirty Money & A.I. Use — Oh My!
In this episode of The Nonprofit Insider Podcast, Swim Karim tackles three hot-button topics that have the sector buzzing:🧨 “Is everyone getting laid off?” Swim breaks down the wave of leadership layoffs sweeping across the nonprofit sector and what it means for morale, mission, and the myth of job security.💰 “Should your nonprofit take dirty money?” From corporate donors with shady reputations to
Ep. 66: Why the 2025 Hurricane Season will be the most political since Hurricane Katrina
Follow Swim on Instagram here: https://bit.ly/TheNonprofitInsiderPodcastInstagramLet’s get this out the way early. 2025 will likely be the most political hurricane season since Hurricane Katrina hit NOLA in 2005. The devastation is Kerrville, TX could potentially mark the start of what will be a treacherous hurricane season.Let me also say this: Nonprofits, continue to be on edge. And it’s not dir
Ep.65: What happens when you get all $20,000 of your student loans forgiven?
In this personal and powerful solo episode, host Swim Karim shares how working in the nonprofit sector led to $20,000 in student loans being completely forgiven through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.🎙 What you’ll hear in this episode:A behind-the-scenes look at Swim’s PSLF journey—from paperwork to payoffWhat nonprofit workers need to know about eligibility (and why now is the
Ep.64 Leadership, Trust & Taking a Chance: A Conversation with Pat Addabbo
In this episode of The Nonprofit Insider Podcast, I have a one-on-one with Pat Addabbo. Pat is the Executive Director of Oregon Adaptive Sports (OAS). Under his leadership, OAS has tripled its revenue, expanded its reach, and become a leader in adaptive recreation—providing life-changing outdoor experiences for people of all abilities.Tune in as we discuss:Pat’s journey from Warren Wilson College
Inside MAVA: Leading the Future of Volunteerism with Niila Hebert & Polly Roach
In this episode of The Nonprofit Insider Podcast, we’re joined by Niila Hebert, Executive Director, and Polly Roach, Director of Partnership and Evaluation at the Minnesota Alliance for Volunteer Advancement (MAVA).With over two decades of sector leadership between them, Niila and Polly take us inside one of the nation’s most respected organizations in the volunteerism space. Together, we unpack w
Rapid Reaction-NCCC is Gone!
Episode 62: AmeriCorps NCCC Is Being Dismantled – A Rapid ReactionIn this unfiltered and urgent episode, host Swim Karim delivers a rapid reaction to the breaking news that AmeriCorps NCCC (National Civilian Community Corps) is being dismantled—directly affecting 1,500 young adult participants and potentially signaling broader cuts within national service programs.🎙️ In this episode:A real-time re
Ep,61-Fundraising, Leadership & Community Impact--Why you need to know the name Camille Ridley in 2025
In this episode of The Nonprofit Insider Podcast, we’re joined by Camille Ridley, a nonprofit powerhouse with over 20 years of experience in fundraising, marketing, and event production. As the Vice President of Marketing & Development at UCP of Central Arizona, Camille leads major donor strategies, corporate partnerships, and brand-building efforts to drive nonprofit growth.Tune in as we dive
Getting Fired From a Nonprofit, Part II
Episode 60: Getting Fired from a Nonprofit, Part IIGetting fired sucks.In part two of our Getting Fired series host Swim Karim shares more insider stories from listeners about what happens before, during, and after getting let go.Plus, in today’s Five Fast Minutes, he shares his own personal story that almost left him without a job.Note: This is the first part of at least a two-part series on the
Ep.59-From Warren Wilson to AmeriCorps & Beyond: The Realities of Nonprofit Fundraising with Jenn Tutor
In this engaging episode, Jenn takes us on a personal journey from her early days at Warren Wilson College to her transformative experiences with AmeriCorps, and ultimately into the dynamic world of nonprofit fundraising. She opens up about how these formative chapters shaped her passion for service and provided the foundation for her career in the sector.During our conversation, Jenn dives into s
Getting Fired From a Nonprofit
Episode 58: Getting Fired from a Nonprofit, Part I & The Trump Administration Effect is realGetting fired sucks.In this raw and uncut episode, host Swim Karim tackles a subject that many shy away from—getting fired in the nonprofit sector. While getting fired isn’t often discussed publicly in the industry, it’s a reality that affects many, sometimes with devastating consequences.Note: This is
Elevating Volunteer Management and Engagement: A Conversation with Jessica Pang-Parks
Jessica Pang-Parks is a volunteer engagement thought leader who helps organizations build trust, create impact, and inspire belonging. She is the recipient of the 2021 Alison Caird Young Leader Award in recognition of her leadership and excellence in volunteer engagement and the recipient of the 2023 VMPC Exemplary Leader Impact Award in recognition of her contributions to the field as a mentor, l
Nonprofit Uncut Series: RTO mandates, & why nonprofits should avoid them at all cost
Episode 56: RTO Mandates, & why nonprofits should avoid them at all costIn this eye-opening episode, host Swim Karim dives into the rising wave of RTO (Return-to-Office) policies and explains why nonprofits have a critical responsibility to offer hybrid or remote work models. Drawing from industry data and firsthand nonprofit experiences, this discussion sheds light on the challenges and oppor
Episode 55: Breaking Barriers with Mackenzie Riley – DEI, Mindfulness and Nonprofit Lessons
This week, The Nonprofit Insider Podcast welcomes Mackenzie Riley, a dynamic community leader and DEI advocate based in Phoenix, Arizona. Mackenzie has carved an inspiring career in nonprofit management, workforce development, and community engagement, collaborating with organizations like Border Angels and Habitat for Humanity to create real, lasting change.In this episode, Mackenzie shares her t
Uncut Series: Student Loans Are BS, here's why?
Episode 52: The Student Loan Crisis Uncut – The Next Financial Bubble?In this unabridged episode of The Nonprofit Insider Podcast, we dive deep into one of the most pressing financial issues facing millions of Americans today: student loans. Swim Karim presents a compelling case for why the student loan crisis could be the next financial bubble, comparing it to the 2008 recession's housing collaps
Episode 52: Unpacking AmeriCorps and Nonprofit Leadership with Nicki Fiocco
In this episode of The Nonprofit Insider Podcast, we sit down with Nicki Fiocco, host of the AmeriCorps Connections Podcast and a passionate advocate for community service. With over 66 episodes under her belt, Nicki’s work highlights the stories and impact of AmeriCorps members worldwide.Join us as we explore:- The rich history of AmeriCorps and the challenges it has faced in securing national fu
Uncut Series: Rapid Reaction to Trump Becoming 47th President
Rapid reaction to Donald Trump's landslide victory.What will the operational consequences & philosophical consequences be for nonprofits across the nation?Take a listen on Apple Podcast here: https://bit.ly/TheNonprofitInsiderListen on Spotify Podcast here: https://bit.ly/TheNonprofitInsiderPodcastSpotifyFollow The Nonprofit Insider Podcast how ever you take in media here:YouTube-https://bit.l
Episode 50 – A Milestone Celebration: Father & Son Q&A! 🎙️👨👦✨
Can you believe it? We’ve made it to 50 episodes of the Nonprofit Insider Podcast! 🥳 To mark this monumental occasion, I’m doing something special—an episode that’s close to my heart. I’m sitting down with my 8-year-old son for a candid and heartfelt Q&A session. In this 21-minute episode, we take turns asking each other five questions, giving you a glimpse into our world and a fresh perspecti
The Uncut Series: What Happens to Your Donated Goods After a Disaster?
Welcome to Episode 49 of The Nonprofit Insider Podcast, part of our "Nonprofit Insider Uncut" series where we dive into various facets of the nonprofit world with a fresh, unfiltered perspective.In this episode, we tackle a critical question: What happens to your material goods after you donate them, especially in the wake of a disaster?First, we take a look at what happens when you donate everyda
Nonprofit Leader Spotlight: Meridith Whitaker, Fundraising, Foundations
Private Foundations versus Public Charities!If you've been in the nonprofit space for sometime you know how the perceived notion that exists between these two sides of the nonprofit coin.In this episode of The Nonprofit Insider Podcast, we sit down with Meridith Whitaker, a nonprofit expert with 14 years of experience in the philanthropic sector, currently at UNC-Chapel Hill.Meridith worked with a
Nonprofit Leader Spotlight: Danami-Maurice Champion & BairStories
What if I tell you everything you know about nonprofit storytelling is wrong?In today's episode of the Nonprofit Insider Podcast, we welcome Danami-Maurice Champion to the show.Danami is the Co-Founder & Story Director at BairStories, overseeing operations and story development. A modern-day renaissance man, Danami's insights into the nonprofit are woven from a life of insight, learning, teach
The Uncut Series: OpenAI's (& ChatGPT's) Nonprofit Origin
Did you know the company that owns ChatGPT started as a nonprofit?!?!?!In 2015, a group of investors including Peter Thei, Elon Musk, Jessica Livingston, and more banded together to start OpenAI with the "goal of building safe and beneficial artificial general intelligence for the benefit of humanity."But 3 years later they turned themselves into a "capped" for-profit company. So, what happened?In
Nonprofit Leader Spotlight: Jenny Mitchell & her new book "Embracing Ambition"
Did you know in Canada they call non-profits "not-for-profits"?It's true!!!And in today's episode of The Nonprofit Insider Podcast, we travel north to speak with executive coach, and fundraising professional Jenny Mitchell.Jenny Mitchell, CFRE, DMA, CEC is the Chief Visionary Officer of Chavender where she works closely with not-for-profit leaders to change the world one mission at a time. She is
1) Nonprofit Charity Scams, 2) Why the IRS is Looking Into Charitable Donor Advisor Funds & 3) Nonprofit Horror Story: Summer Camp
In 2022 the Federal Trade Commission received over 10,000 reports of charity scams resulting in $22 million lost. While charity scams tend to happen the most during the holiday season anyone can be scammed throughout the year. In today's episode, we explore the world of nonprofit scams and how you can avoid getting your hard-earned money taken by unsavory means.Plus, in today's news segment, we ta
Nonprofit Insider Uncut: The Met Gala
The Met Gala is one of the most star studded events in the world. In 2023, the annual fashion event raised $22 million for the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute.This year's event is projected to raise $25 million.And when you have a fundraising event this big it can have many ripple effects for the nonprofit world.In today’s episode host Swim Karim takes a look at what is formerly kno
World Central Kitchen, The NRA, Pretty Boys Are Poisonous
3 weeks ago World Central Kitchen jumped to the top of many headlines after 7 humanitarian workers died doing aid delivery. In today's episode, Swim Karim, talks about the meteorite rise of WCK and why nonprofits will continue to be at the forefront of major geo-politic activities.Plus, Swim jumps back into the trial of the NRA and Wayne LaPierre. With the NRA and the former CEO being found liable
Nonprofit Insider Uncut: Nonprofit Waste (Money, Time, Resources, Knowledge)
Imagine your nonprofit's executive director is having an affair. The affair becomes so well known that the mistress's husband finds out and pays a visit to your nonprofit's headquarters. To ensure the safety of your staff your organization has to hire a security guard for 6 continuous weeks at $2,000 a week.It might sounds crazy but's this is a true story.From hiring poor talent, to wasting days w
Nonprofit Leader Spotlight: Learner's Chess Academy, w/Founding Principal Victor Lopez
Join host Swim Karim as we delve into the world of Learner's Chess Academy with none other than its visionary leader, Victor Lopez. Learner's Chess, based in Albuquerque, New Mexico is more than just a nonprofit organization—it's a community hub where the game of chess becomes a powerful tool for education and empowerment.Tune in as we explore Victor's journey, from his earliest encounters with th
Colleges Have A Donation Problem, Rapid Fire Books Review: "Decolonizing Wealth" by Edgar Villanueva
Colleges have a donation problem. Between poor alumni giving, continued tuition increases and being at the center of several culture wars colleges and universities are facing tough decisions.In today's episode, host Swim Karim explores some of the various potholes on what was once a smooth road for college across the country.And in today's Rapid Fire Books segment, we take a look at the book Decol
Nonprofit Insider Uncut: Nonprofit Cheapness
Second-rate toilet paper. Cars that barely start. Salaries that barely makes ends meet. Cheapness is the nonprofit space is real, and it's not always based off how much money a nonprofit brings in revenue each year.In today’s episode host Swim Karim takes a look at the reason why nonprofits can be cheap and the many different ways cheapness can appear within a nonprofit organization. Be sure to s
10-Year Ice Bucket Challenge Revisited, Can companies use your checkout donations to lower their taxes?, Nonprofit Horror Story: Talking s**t on a zoom call
It's been 10 years since the Ice Bucket Challenge changed the landscape of nonprofit social media fundraising forever.In today's episode host Swim Karim takes a look back at the viral sensation, why the founders Pat Quinn and Pete Frates and the ALS campaign deserve to be in the nonprofit hall of fame despite some of the controversies.Plus, we revisit a topic from the previous episodes about the f
Nonprofit Insider Uncut: Donating at the Cash Register
“Is this for profit company using the money I want donated to this local nonprofit for tax breaks?“Does the Nonprofit even get 100% of the money?“Why am I being asked to fund this? Doesn’t the for profit company have millions or billions of dollars”When you’re at the cash register and they ask you to donate money to a nonprofit what thoughts come to mind?In today’s episode host Swim Karim takes a
Are fundraising events dying?, Vermont nonprofit Newspaper, Nonprofit Horror Story: No Shirt Interview
___Be sure to listen to the previous episodes here:Ep. 32, The Nonprofit Insider Apple: https://bit.ly/Ep32TheNonprofitInsiderAppleEp.32, The Nonprofit Insider Spotify: https://bit.ly/Ep32TheNonprofitInsiderSpotifyIf you're anything like me you like a nice cup of tea to start and finish your day in the nonprofit world. That's why host Swim Karim goes to ArtofTea.com for all his tea needs. Visit Ar
Nonprofit Insider Uncut: Drug Testing
Drug testing is not considered a major part of the nonprofit sector but it still across the industry. So it begs the question, who is still drug testing their future employees.....and why?Be sure to subscribe on Spotify or Apple podcasts.If you're anything like me you like a nice cup of tea to start and finish your day in the nonprofit world. That's why host Swim Karim goes to ArtofTea.com for all
Jan.6 Nonprofit Scrutiny, Public Service in America, "Historically Black Phrases" Book Review
When you think about public service in America, what comes to mind? In today's episode, host Swim Karim takes a look at the way a desire to help your fellow neighbor leads to volunteerism and, eventually, nonprofit creation.In today's news segment, we take a look at the nonprofit organization Patriot Freedom Project. They have been in the news over the last few weeks and with the 2024 election aro
Nonprofit Insider Uncut: The NRA
The National Rifle Association is one of the most well-known nonprofit organizations in America. But with the recent resignation of CEO Wayne LaPierre does the NRA have a bright future?Be sure to subscribe on Spotify or Apple podcasts.If you're anything like me you like a nice cup of tea to start and finish your day in the nonprofit world. That's why host Swim Karim goes to ArtofTea.com for all hi
Top 15 Nonprofit Myths, Claudine Gay, Harvard and the Billionaire Bill Ackman’s Nonprofit Giving Connection
What are some of the biggest myths in the nonprofit world? In today's episode, host Swim Karim, continues his list of the biggest myths in the nonprofit space with 5 more myths you are going to want to hear.And in today's news segment, we explore some of the talk surrounding recently resigned Harvard President Claudine Gay. One of the major figures pushing for her ousting is a hedge fund billionai
Nonprofit Insider Uncut: WFH
We have a brand new Podcast series starting today called Nonprofit Insider Uncut.Every other week we provide you with deeper-level insights and commentary into one topic of a nonprofit space in under 15 minutes.In today's episode, we discuss the topic of Work From Home. It's been a pivotal talking point since COVID-19 became part of our lexicon but as we start off 2024 what does WFH look like for
Imposter Sydrome in the Nonprofit Space, DEI changes in Oklahoma, Volunteers Without Homes
While Imposter Syndrome can be found across many sectors of society the nonprofit space has its own issues when it comes to imposter syndrome. Host Swim Karim examines some of the reasons why this behavioral health phenomenon simply hits differently when working in the 501(c) sector. Also, in today's news segment, we take a look at the recent changes around public DEI (Diversity Equity & Inclu
Nonprofit Nepotism, Giving Tuesday Results, Nonprofit Horror Story-"Detained for 72 Hours"
Have you ever worked at a nonprofit organization that has issues around nepotism?Well, you wouldn't be alone.It's a little-known secret that the nonprofit space is rife with nepotism. In today's episode host Swim Karim takes a look at why the nonprofit world has a nepotism problem and some of the ramifications that accompany this phenomenon.In today's Nonprofit Horror Story, we have a story involv
Money, Religion, Cults & Nonprofits: 'Escaping Twin Flames' Thanksgiving Day Special
Where there's smoke, there's fire.The Netflix documentary, Escaping Twin Flames is lighting up tv screens across the nation and in today's episode host Swim Karim takes a look at what happens when a business (that some people think is a cult) decides to become a religion and then file as a nonprofit organization.Plus, in today's Rapid Fire Book review we take a look at the book "How To Be Great At
Are Nonprofits Government Replacers, Tallahassee Gun Violence, "Volunteers Can Be Fired Too!"
Are nonprofits simply doing the work that the government should be doing?In today's episode, Swim takes a look at a question that often circulates around the nonprofit sector. And what better example to help answer this question than with the subject of education in America?In today's news segment, we travel down to Florida to take a look at a nonprofit "reinvigorated in July 2022" hoping to use t
Taking Money From Organizations You Don't Like, PRIDE Houston 365 Lawsuit, Double-Dipping Your Salsa Chips
How would you feel if your nonprofit took money from an entity you don't like?In today's episode, Swim takes a look at what happens when a nonprofit organization takes money from groups you might disagree with.In today's news segment, we take a look at a rather interesting lawsuit coming out of Houston involving two nonprofit PRIDE groups.Plus, for today's Nonprofit Horror Story we have a story th
Job Salary Range Failures, "i said what i said" Rapid Fire Book review & QUEERSPACE Minnesota Nonprofit
Don't you HATE it we you see a job in the nonprofit space you would like to apply to but it doesn't have a salary range? It's the worst right?In today's episode, Swim gives the nonprofit space a A+ to F- grade when it comes to pay transparency and it's honestly not looking to good.And, in today's news segment, we take a look at a 2 1/2 year old nonprofit in Minnesota called QUEERSPACE Collective.
Emily Cronin (1st Ever Guest!!!) & Nonprofit Climate Change Spending
After 7 months in the making, we have our very first guest in Emily Cronin!Emily shares her experience working with Crossroads For Women, a 501(C)3 organization based in Albuquerque, NM. She dives into the mission of Crossroads, the donation process of the organization, and her overall thoughts on being in the nonprofit sector for only one year.And, in the last minutes of the episode, Emily shares
Top 10 Nonprofit Myths: Liberals, Office Politics, Volunteer Labor & More
Is it October already?In today's episode, Swim does a continuation of the top myths in the nonprofit sector from episode 10. (You can listen to that episode, "Top 5 Nonprofit Myths" here: https://bit.ly/Ep10TheNonprofitInsiderPodcastSpotifyDo you agree with Swim? What are some of your top non-profit myths from the industry?Be sure to follow The Nonprofit Insider Podcast on Instagram: @thenonprofit
Telemarketers, Fraud Charities, and "Transforming Disruption to Impact" Book Review
When you think of telemarketers do you also think about nonprofit charities?In today's episode, Swim takes a look at the MAX show Telemarketers and how a marketing company out of New Jersey changed the landscape of not just telemarketing but the nonprofit charities that use them to raise money from coast to coast.And, we take a look at the wild world of fraud charities and what to look out for so
DOVIA Colorado Rapid Reaction
Rapid Reaction on the DOVIA Colorado Conference On Volunteerism. Host Swim Karim spills his thoughts on the DOVIA Colorado Conference On Volunteerism including the venue, speakers and sessions. He even details his thoughts on the food!And in the last ten minutes, he takes a look at “The State of Volunteerism” across the country with a realization that would not have been possible without @DoviaCol
Nonprofit Cliques & Exclusion, Women's Bean Project, "Curious" Book Review
In today's episode, your host, Swim Karim, takes a look at the little-known phenomenon of nonprofit cliques and the effects it can have on an organization. Plus, he highlights an article out of Denver featuring the organization known as The Women's Bean Project.And we have another Rapid Fire Books review of what Swim calls is #1 non-fiction book of all time, "Curious: The Desire to Know and Why Yo
Lobbying, Nonprofit Retention Rates, Nonprofit Horror Story: Micro-Nonprofits Closing
Do you believe the nonprofit sector has a turnover problem?In today's episode, your host, Swim Karim, takes a look at the retention rates in the nonprofit space...& it's not good.Plus, he reviews a recent article from The Chronicle of Philanthropy about the decline in nonprofit lobbying over the last two decades.And we are back with a fresh #NonprofitHorrorStory from out of North Carolina, inv
Tracking Volunteers/Employees Location through GPS, Sogorea Te' Land Trust, "Credible" Rapid Fire Book Review
>>In today's episode, Swim discusses a rather alarming text message he received from a friend of his high up on the AmeriCorps ladder. Hint...it involves tracking volunteers' and employees' GPS location.In today's news segment, we take a look at a story out of the Oakland area involving a local land trust nonprofit acquiring more than 40 acres of land from another nonprofit in the area. Plus
Nonprofit Horror Story Summer Series: July
Special episode ahead! On the last day of June and July we are going to be sharing our favorite Nonprofit Horror Stories from the show in a special we are calling the "Nonprofit Horror Story Summer Series".And the best part? Your host, Swim Karim, will FINALLY be sharing some of his personal Nonprofit Horror Stories from his 18 years in the nonprofit world EXCLUSIVELY on the Summer Series.So wheth
4-Day Work Week, Rayze App, "The Givers" Book Review
In today's episode, we take a look at why the Nonprofit Industry is in the PERFECT position to adopt the 4-day work week but why the industry is slow to do so.In today's news segment, we take a look at the not-so-recently seeded nonprofit-focused app, Rayze, and we predict the app that this newcomer can mimic in record time.Plus, for today's Rapid Fire Books, we review the book "The Givers: Wealth
Delusional Nonprofits, Student Loans and "Founding School" Nonprofit Horror Story
In today's episode, we dive into the touchy subject of nonprofit delusion and the various ways delusion can derail a nonprofit's desire.In today's news segment, Swim further breaks down the Supreme Court Student Loan Forgiveness ruling including his thoughts on the 77-page majority and dissenting opinions from the 9 court judges.Plus, we have a gut-wrenching story about what happens when you dedic
Supreme Court Student Loan Forgiveness Ruling Reaction
Rapid reaction on the Supreme Court student loan forgiveness ruling. Listen on Apple Podcast here: https://bit.ly/TheNonprofitInsiderListen on Spotify Podcast here: https://bit.ly/TheNonprofitInsiderPodcastSpotifyIf you're anything like me you like a nice evening tea in the evening after a long day. Visit Art of Tea for 10% off your next purchase of tea and tea accessories today, right here: https
Nonprofit Horror Story Summer Series: June
Special episode ahead! On the last day of June and July we are going to be sharing our favorite Nonprofit Horror Stories from the show in a special we are calling the "Nonprofit Horror Story Summer Series".And the best part? Your host, Swim Karim, will FINALLY be sharing some of his personal Nonprofit Horror Stories from his 18 years in the nonprofit world EXCLUSIVELY on the Summer Series.So wheth
Do nonprofit CEO's make too much money?
“That CEO makes over a million dollars year!"Well, chances are that CEO might be getting underpaid for their efforts. In today’s episode your host, Swim Karim, draws a harder line in the sand when it comes to the high CEO pay of many nonprofits by taking a look at the CEO pay of the top 10 revenue-producing charities in the United States and comparing that to the CEO pay of the top 10 nonprofit me
Top 5 Nonprofit Myths
In today's episode Swim explore the top 5 myths of the nonprofit space. Do you agree with Swim? What are some of your non-profit myths from the industry?In today’s Nonprofit Insider Horror Story, we travel to Indiana to hear a light-hearted story of what happens when trying to find your missing cat causes major office embarrassment. And **bonus bonus bonus** today's story makes nonprofit podcast h
The MacKenzie Scott Effect
MacKenzie Scott has donated 14 billion donors to more than 250 nonprofits in just the previous 5 years ago. MacKenzie Scott donated an estimated 6 billion dollars during the year of 2020, with many believing it to be the biggest amount of money donated in a 12-month span by any human in recorded history.On today's episode we break down Scott's epic donation run with three Nonprofit Insider insight
Nonprofit has a race problem
Todyay's show is fully loaded!There’s something that has to be acknowledged when you are denied an opportunity but the same individuals that are given those opportunities come to you for assistance or help. At that point you go, uh?In today’s episode we tackle the racial reality of the nonprofit space. And while you can’t touch on every aspect in under 15 minutes we share a personal anecdote you w
What is a nonprofit anyway?
When most people think of a nonprofit they think of a 501(c)(3) but that's just one side of the nonprofit world. In today's episode, we explore how the IRS defines a nonprofit and ask the question "What is a nonprofit anyway?"In today's news section, we turn our light to a story out of Colorado involving the nonprofit retail store Ten Thousand Villages. Never heard of them? I like to say they are
Nonprofits have a unique working relationship
In the for-profit space, most businesses work together with money serving as the bridge of connection. In the nonprofit space not so much. In today’s episode, we explore some of the different ways nonprofits work together and the one common goal that tends to be shared between them.In today's news section, we spotlight a Memphis TN nonprofit working to bring down homicides in the city 30% by the y
Apply here: the roller coaster ride of applying to nonprofit jobs
Applying for a job in the nonprofit space can feel like going to the dentist, unfun but sometimes necessary. On today's episode we explore the roller coaster ride that comes with applying to jobs in the nonprofit space and before you even ask, yes, 7 interviews is way too many interviews for a nonprofit job.Plus, I start the show with a story of someone ransacking my car (and on a Sunday morning n
Social Media is so ________!
Social media…your nonprofit either loves it, hates it or simply deals with it. In today’s episode we explore the ups and downs of nonprofits using social media and your organization might be more common than you think.In today’s news section we discuss the USA Today article regarding the Russell Wilson Foundation and we come to a pretty strong conclusion.Plus, we introduce a new section we are cal
The Heartbreak of Telling Clients No
Have you ever told a family of four that your nonprofit could not help them during their time of need? In today’s episode we explore the feeling (and side effects) that can come to nonprofit workers when you have to tell a client no.In today’s news section we discuss a nonprofit story out of the Virginia Beach area involving Amazon, babies and cribs.Plus, we introduce a new section we are calling
The One Ironic Subject of the Nonprofit Space
If you had to guess the one thing that people in the nonprofit world don’t take seriously enough, what would you say it is? In today’s episode we explore a subject you might be surprised gets overlooked by many people in the nonprofit world.In today’s news section we discuss a nonprofit-union-story out of Washington D.C. that may serve as a conversation starter for many nonprofits across the natio
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