Nonprofit Mastermind Podcast

Brooke Richie-Babbage
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Nonprofit Mastermind Podcast

This podcast offers nonprofit founders and leaders a deep-dive into the mindset and key strategies behind launching, scaling, and leading a high-impact nonprofit organization.

  1. 1 DAY AGO

    Deficit Budgets Aren’t Always Bad – Here’s When to Use Them

    Deficit budgets often get a bad rap in the nonprofit world. We’ve been taught that running a deficit signals poor financial management, a lack of planning, or a looming crisis. But what if I told you that a deficit budget, when used strategically, could actually be a powerful tool? In this episode, I break down the difference between an accidental deficit and a strategic one. I’ll explain why a well-planned deficit can help your organization navigate uncertainty, maintain mission-critical wor...

    9 min

  2. FEB 4

    4 Questions To Help Your Organization Stay Stable In Crazy Times

    In a world of constant change—economic shifts, political turbulence, and unexpected crises—how can nonprofit leaders ensure their organizations remain stable and strong? In this episode, I share four key questions every nonprofit leader should ask to assess vulnerabilities, prepare for external challenges, and strengthen their organization from the inside out. By focusing on what truly matters and filtering out the noise, you’ll be better equipped to navigate uncertainty with confidence. What...

    25 min

  3. JAN 21

    What’s Next for Nonprofits: 2025 Predictions from Sector Experts

    I love this episode! Every year I ask a group of the most insightful, creative, on the ground, impact-driving social sector experts I know to share their predictions for this coming year. This year, we have a great compilation, covering everything from AI to corporate partnerships, to finance to personal development. Predictons are obviously just that - carefully considered insights into what we think is coming. But these folks are on the ground doing the real work of supporting nonprofits an...

    13 min

  4. JAN 14

    How To Achieve Bolder Goals By Recognizing & Pushing Through Your Growth Edge

    in this episode, I dive into one of the most critical challenges nonprofit leaders face: the growth edge. It’s that pivotal point where your comfort zone meets the potential for transformation—but it’s also where fear and resistance often kick in. If you’ve set bold or new goals for the year, this episode will help you recognize when you’re hitting your growth edge and provide actionable strategies to push through it. Growth edges aren’t roadblocks; they’re signs you’re on the right track. Le...

    14 min

  5. JAN 7

    How to be Resilience Ready in 2025

    HR9495 is stirring up concern among nonprofit leaders, particularly those engaged in advocacy, grassroots, and social justice work. This bill has the potential to heighten scrutiny and even revoke tax-exempt status for organizations deemed "dangerous." In this episode, I break down how you can safeguard your nonprofit from this uncertainty by building resilience in four key areas: mission alignment, governance, compliance, and transparency. I’ll guide you through actionable steps and question...

    21 min

  6. 12/17/2024

    Your Annual Plan Won't Work If It's A List of Activities (And What To Do Instead)

    Are you starting next year with a plan or just a list of to-dos? In this episode, I break down why focusing on outcomes—not just activities—can transform your organization’s strategy and impact. Too often, nonprofit leaders get stuck in activity-based planning that leaves them overwhelmed and disconnected from their mission. But when you center your plans around concrete outcomes, everything changes. I’ll explain the power of outcomes-based planning and how it brings focus, prioritizes resour...

    13 min

  7. 12/10/2024

    Why Having a Strong Individual Giving Program Is Non-Negotiable

    In this episode, I’m diving deep into why individual giving programs are essential for nonprofit organizations—especially those with budgets under $2M. Drawing from my own experience weathering the 2008 recession, I’ll share why individual donors provide one of the most stable and sustainable revenue streams for mission-driven organizations. But here’s the catch: many nonprofits struggle with individual giving because they’ve been taught to approach it the wrong way. From building meaningful ...

    19 min

  8. 12/03/2024

    How To Talk About Growth Beyond Just Numbers

    As nonprofit leaders, we often equate growth with bigger numbers—serving more people, running more programs, or expanding reach. But is that truly the story of impact your organization wants to tell? In this quick episode, I explore why growth doesn’t have to mean more numbers and how you can frame your nonprofit’s growth in a way that feels aligned with your mission. I’ll share six different modes of growth to help you articulate your progress and impact to funders and stakeholders without f...

    9 min
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This podcast offers nonprofit founders and leaders a deep-dive into the mindset and key strategies behind launching, scaling, and leading a high-impact nonprofit organization.

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  • Creator
    Brooke Richie-Babbage
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2025
  • Episodes
    209
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Nonprofit Mastermind Podcast
  • Show Website
    Nonprofit Mastermind Podcast

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