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What’s new in digital fundraising? Is there something we’re not doing at our fundraising events that we should be doing? Are there any low-maintenance digital fundraising ideas to make our events more successful? Our guest, Nidhi Doshi, is here to answer these questions and help us use digital fundraising to take our events to the next...
Is the distinction between nonprofit and for-profit organizations changing? Can the two work together for the common good? Are we seeing a paradigm shift in the way we work? And with bitcoin all the rage, can the nonprofit world get in on it? This episode has a little bit of everything! Helping us tackle these...
One of the most important parts of your nonprofit organization, and especially your fundraising efforts, is your story. The way you decide to convey the message and history of your organization makes all the difference when pursuing your mission. How do you tell your story, and does it evoke emotion? These are just a few...
Wouldn’t it be great to have a steady stream of donors? According to The State of Modern Philanthropy, recurring donors are over five times more valuable to your nonprofit than one-time donors. Monthly giving creates reliable income from your most committed donors. So how do you start a monthly gift program or increase the monthly...
Thanks to COVID, there’s a good chance that your nonprofit’s annual event has been sidelined. Now that more events are being planned, should you go back to doing the same event or try something new? Ever think of doing a golf tournament? If you’re already doing one, how can it be bigger and better? We...
Have you ever wondered how your nonprofit organization is doing? How do you evaluate your organization? What things will an organization assessment look at? This episode answers these questions and more. Kick the tires and check under the hood of your nonprofit with award-winning educator and a Professor Emeritus of Nonprofit Leadership at the University...
Have you ever wondered what collaboration between two nonprofits would look like? Could joining forces increase your impact? How would you preserve your mission while adding to the collective power? This episode’s guest, Jaysen Roa, will answer these questions and more as he shares his own experience of effective collaboration between nonprofit organizations. This episode’s Coaches...
Have you ever wondered what it is like to be an Executive Director of a nonprofit? Is it as tough a job as popular opinion declares it? Are there challenges that never seem to go away? To answer these questions, we speak with Susan McManus about her 30 years as the Executive Director for her...
Is the intellectual property at your nonprofit protected? Do you know what is considered intellectual property? What if someone else uses the name of the fundraiser that you do every year? What can you do about it? This episode looks at how your nonprofit can protect its intellectual property. Protecting your nonprofit’s assets, your name, logo, events and...
The news is full of stories telling us that the job market looks really good right now, that it is an employee’s market, and people are jumping from position to position. COVID-19 was just a bump in the employment road, and now businesses and nonprofits alike are struggling to hire and retain good talent. To...
About the Podcast
IMPACTability: The Nonprofit Leaders’ Podcast is a dynamic and insightful series dedicated to helping nonprofit professionals navigate the challenges of leadership, fundraising, and organizational growth.
Season 1 was hosted by Joe Turner, followed by Josh Hirsch, MS, in Season 2. Now in Season 3, Sheryl Soukup, President of Soukup Strategic Solutions, takes the helm, bringing her extensive nonprofit experience and deep industry insights to each episode.
Sheryl engages with experts from across the sector to provide valuable perspectives and practical solutions for nonprofit professionals. From leadership and strategic planning to fundraising, operations, and more, IMPACTability delivers knowledge and inspiration to help nonprofits grow and make a lasting impact. Whether you’re looking to enhance your skills, discover fresh ideas, or tackle challenges with confidence, this podcast is your trusted resource for nonprofit excellence.
Your Host
Sheryl Soukup, CFRE, has a diverse background spanning nonprofit leadership, business, and corporate sectors. After serving as an executive director and CEO for nonprofits in Southwest Florida for several years, she founded Soukup Strategic Solutions to help organizations grow and maximize their impact. With a degree in microbiology and a strong foundation in data analysis, Sheryl brings a strategic, results-driven approach to nonprofit management. She has been recognized with multiple awards, including Gulfshore Business’s Women in Business Award, for her contributions to the sector. Passionate about empowering nonprofits, she continues to help organizations build stronger, more effective strategies for success.
