Nonprofit Funding: The Risk of Your Biggest Donor

When a billionaire backs out, a school shutters. It’s not just bad luck—it’s a flawed strategy. In this episode, Yoni Greenbaum breaks down why chasing a single “whale” donor can feel like salvation… until it’s not.

Expect:

• A real-world cautionary tale from the Chan Zuckerberg school closure
• How public media fell into the same trap—with government funding

• Clear, no-BS strategies for building revenue that actually lasts

If your funding plan hinges on one big yes, this episode is your wake-up call.

🎧 Tune in for a tough-love look at the myths we tell ourselves about sustainability—and how to build something that doesn’t vanish overnight.

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