Nonprofit411 Podcast

In this episode of the Nonprofit411 Podcast, Sarah Barton is joined by Kelly McLaughlin, founder and CEO of From Scratch Fundraising. They discuss building individual giving programs from scratch, the importance of community-driven fundraising, and the unique approaches Kelly uses to help small organizations create sustainable funding strategies. Kelly also shares insights on engaging donors and making marketing an integral part of...

In this episode, Sean Littman, founder and CEO of Give Suite, shares his insights on how nonprofits can streamline their fundraising and marketing efforts. Sean discusses the importance of integrating donor management with marketing systems and how nonprofits can leverage technology to simplify processes and improve outreach. He also emphasizes the need for nonprofits to run like businesses and the importance of a strong marketing ...

In this episode of the Nonprofit411 Podcast, Sarah Barton sits down with Rachel Platt, CEO of Platinum Consulting. Rachel shares her insights into the world of human resources for nonprofits, focusing on creating strategies that allow organizations to build strong, thriving teams. From improving the employee experience to developing better people strategies, Rachel emphasizes the importance of balancing mission and the well-being o...

In this episode of the Nonprofit411 Podcast, Sarah Barton is joined by DeaRonda Harrison, founder and president of June 1st Firm. DeaRonda shares her journey from working in higher education fundraising to launching her own consultancy focused on providing grant writing services for nonprofits. She explains how her expertise in federal grants, including HRSA, DOJ, and DOE, helps nonprofits secure funding to maximize their impact.

In this episode of the Nonprofit411 Podcast, Sarah Barton is joined by Anne Murphy, founder of She Leads AI and CEO of Empowered Fundraiser. Anne shares her journey into fundraising and how she transitioned from higher education fundraising to launching a consultancy that helps nonprofits leverage AI to streamline operations and enhance impact.

Anne discusses the challenges nonprofits face, particularly with limited resources, and ...

On this special episode of Nonprofit411, host Sarah is joined by Shannon Tschopp, Program Director of Nonprofits LEAD, to talk about why this conference is such a valuable opportunity for nonprofit professionals across West Virginia and southeast Ohio. Designed to strengthen organizations through practical, accessible training, the conference offers a full day of workshops, networking, and a brand-new vendor fair.

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In this episode of the Nonprofit411 Podcast, Sarah Barton is joined by Cindy Wagman, founder of the Fractional Fundraising Movement. Cindy discusses how fractional fundraising offers small and mid-sized nonprofits the opportunity to access C-suite level fundraising expertise without the cost of a full-time hire.

Cindy shares her journey from working with small nonprofits to launching her consulting business and how fractional fundr...

In this episode of the Nonprofit411 podcast, Sarah Barton sits down with Beth Saunders, founder and chief strategist of Beth Saunders Associates. With over 20 years of experience in the nonprofit sector, Beth shares her unique perspective on building authentic relationships between nonprofit organizations and their supporters. She discusses how nonprofits can better invest in their people and technology, the importance of understan...

In this episode of the Nonprofit411 podcast, Sarah Barton chats with Casey Bryan, founder of Summit Grant Consulting, about her journey in the nonprofit world and the art of grant writing. With over a decade of experience, Casey shares her passion for storytelling through grants and her unique approach to helping nonprofits access the funding they need. From building strong relationships with funders to creating robust systems for ...

In this episode of the Nonprofit411 podcast, Sarah Barton is joined by David Rhode, author of Passion Isn’t Enough, to discuss his new book and share his insights on nonprofit leadership. David brings over 20 years of experience in the nonprofit sector, having founded organizations, consulted, and taught at the University of Pennsylvania. He discusses key elements of nonprofit success, including capacity building boards, strategic ...

In this special PODCASTATHON edition of the Nonprofit411 podcast, Sarah Barton is joined by Cat Bigley, Executive Director of The Amputee Center in Parkersburg, West Virginia. Cat discusses the unique work The Amputee Center does to support individuals facing limb loss and limb difference, offering a combination of mental, emotional, and physical support. From pre-amputation consultations to peer support networks, Cat shares how th...

In this episode of the Nonprofit 411 podcast, Sarah Barton welcomes Spring Richardson-Perry, founder of Time to Spring Forward, for an insightful conversation on the rapidly changing landscape of fundraising. They discuss the latest trends in grant writing, donor relations, and how nonprofits can adapt to shifting priorities. Spring shares her experiences and expertise in nonprofit operations, board governance, and strategic planni...

In this episode of Nonprofit411, Sarah Barton welcomes Matt Bregman, founder of The Fundraising System, to explore the essential elements of building a sustainable and effective fundraising strategy. Matt shares his journey as an "accidental fundraiser" and how his experiences shaped his approach to helping nonprofits establish clear systems for donor cultivation and engagement.

Key highlights include practical tips for small to mi...

In this episode of Nonprofit411, Sarah Barton sits down with Steve Eckman, Chancellor of York University and Interim President of Bethany College, to discuss his decades-long career in nonprofit leadership and the evolution of fundraising strategies. Drawing from his experiences in higher education and foundation work, Steve shares invaluable insights into building sustainable nonprofits, navigating donor relationships, and adaptin...

In this episode of Nonprofit411, Sarah Barton is joined by Ricky Chilcott, co-founder of Mission Met, to discuss how nonprofits can transform their approach to strategic planning. Ricky shares insights into building effective strategies, setting measurable goals, and using innovative tools like Kazi to track progress and improve organizational impact.

Drawing from his experience in software development and nonprofit consulting, Ric...

In this episode of Nonprofit411, Sarah Barton sits down with Joseph Scarano, CEO of Araize, to discuss the often-overlooked but essential topic of fiscal management for nonprofits. With over 40 years of experience in nonprofit financial software and consulting, Joseph shares actionable insights on how nonprofits can achieve financial sustainability through sound fiscal practices.

Key topics include the importance of diversified fun...

In this episode of Nonprofit411, host Sarah Barton speaks with Marian Clowes, Associate Director of the Sisters Health Foundation, to uncover the funder’s perspective on nonprofit grant-seeking and capacity building. With over two decades of experience in nonprofit and foundation work, Marian offers invaluable advice on how nonprofits can strengthen relationships with funders, avoid mission drift, and create impactful projects.

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In this episode of Nonprofit411, Sarah Barton welcomes back Candace Cody, Director of Events at Community Boost, to discuss the upcoming Nonprofit Marketing Summit, themed "Evolve." This marks the 10th summit in the series and promises to be one of the most impactful yet. Candace and Sarah explore how the summit provides nonprofit professionals with tools and strategies to adapt and thrive in the ever-changing landscape of 2025, em...

In this engaging episode of Nonprofit411, host Sarah Barton sits down with Lynne Wester, founder of the Donor Relations Group and co-host of the podcast Fundraising is Funny. Lynne shares her unique approach to creating donor-focused fundraising strategies, inspired by her experience at Disney, to ensure donors feel valued and appreciated. Together, they discuss the importance of gratitude, intentionality, and finding joy in nonpro...