A Modern Nonprofit Podcast

The Charity CFO, LLC
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A Modern Nonprofit Podcast, powered by The Charity CFO, explores the most important business and culture topics in the nonprofit sector. Hosted by Tosha Anderson, each episode will feature an informative, lighthearted and insightful discussion about what’s trending in today’s organizations. This podcast is designed for nonprofit leaders and listeners alike, and we thank you for making this podcast part of your day!

  1. JAN 6

    Episode 149: Why Strategic Finance Is the Key to Nonprofit Fundraising Survival

    Fundraising and finance are supposed to work together but in most nonprofits they operate in silos. In this episode of A Modern Nonprofit Podcast, Tosha Anderson sits down with David Cristello, Founder and CEO of Jetpack Workflow, to talk about why this disconnect is costing nonprofits time, money, and people.They dive into grant utilization, financial visibility, burnout, and why spreadsheets are failing nonprofit leaders. David shares what he has learned building technology for accountants and how those lessons apply to nonprofits struggling to track grants, programs, and funding gaps. If you are a nonprofit CEO, finance leader, or fundraiser trying to reduce chaos and make smarter decisions, this conversation will resonate.This episode is especially relevant if you are struggling with grant tracking, forecasting, financial transparency, or aligning fundraising strategy with financial reality.Connect with David Cristello🌐 Website: https://www.actuallyFI.com 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidcristello/Follow Us Online 🌐 Website: ⁠⁠www.thecharitycfo.com⁠⁠ 📸 Instagram: @thecharitycfo 📘 Facebook:⁠⁠ /thecharitycfo⁠⁠ 💼 LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠ / the-charity-cfo⁠⁠ ⁠ 🎵 TikTok: @thecharitycfoJoin our newsletter: https://go.thecharitycfo.com/l/995872/2025-02-24/6ldn1Download The Charity CFO Financial Blueprint: https://go.thecharitycfo.com/financial-blueprint

    43 min

  2. 12/23/2025

    Episode 148: How to Build and Protect Employee Trust During Organizational Change

    Trust is the currency of leadership - especially during disruption.In this episode of A Modern Nonprofit Podcast, host Tosha Anderson sits down with Kim Bohr, President & COO of SparkEffect, to unpack how nonprofit leaders can navigate uncertainty without losing the trust, morale, and engagement of their people.Kim draws from SparkEffect’s new research study, Trust in Turbulence: The 2025 State of Organizational Trust, revealing what employees say builds trust (and destroys it) during disruption. They discuss:✔️ Why disruption hits trust before anything else✔️ The “Trust Dividend” - and how trust can grow during change✔️ Why middle managers are the most powerful (and fragile) culture carriers✔️ How nonprofits can protect belonging and psychological safety✔️ How to measure trust like a strategic asset - not a soft skillWhether you’re navigating shifting funding, leadership turnover, or organizational restructuring, this episode gives nonprofit CEOs and leaders the playbook for leading with clarity, consistency, and purpose. Check out the full episode here: https://thecharitycfo.com/trust-during-disruption-nonprofit-leaders/ 👉 Download the SparkEffect Trust Report for 2025: https://www.sparkeffect.com/mnp👉 Explore more nonprofit leadership tools at: https://www.thecharitycfo.com#nonprofitleadership #organizationaltrust #changemanagement #nonprofitmanagement #thecharitycfo Follow Us Online 🌐 Website: ⁠⁠www.thecharitycfo.com⁠⁠ 📸 Instagram: @thecharitycfo 📘 Facebook:⁠⁠ /thecharitycfo⁠⁠ 💼 LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠ / the-charity-cfo⁠⁠ ⁠ 🎵 TikTok: @thecharitycfo Connect with Kim BohrLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimbohr/SparkEffect LinkedIn Company Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sparkeffect/ Courage to Advance Podcast available on All PlatformsPodcast Webpage: https://sparkeffect.com/sparkeffect-podcast-courage-to-advance/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@sparkeffect-usCompany Website Homepage: https://sparkeffect.com/Join our newsletter: https://go.thecharitycfo.com/l/995872/2025-02-24/6ldn1Download The Charity CFO Financial Blueprint: https://go.thecharitycfo.com/financial-blueprint

    27 min

  3. 12/09/2025

    Episode 147: Unrestricted Revenue: The Lifeblood of Nonprofit Agility and Growth

    Most nonprofit leaders want more unrestricted revenue - but few have a strategy for building it. In this episode, The Charity CFO’s Tosha Anderson and Aaron Landis explain why unrestricted funds are the true fuel behind nonprofit growth, stability, and innovation. Drawing on conversations with hundreds of CEOs and EDs, they highlight why organizations with the highest unrestricted percentages are often the most resilient and mission-aligned. You’ll learn: • Why unrestricted revenue is essential to scaling programs • The risks of relying on restricted grants or government funding • How unrestricted dollars improve staffing, operations, and long-term planning • How boards and CEOs can shift the fundraising mindset • Practical ways to increase unrestricted support in your next budget cycle A must-listen for CEOs, CFOs, development leaders, and board members serious about financial health. Follow Us Online 🌐 Website: ⁠⁠www.thecharitycfo.com⁠⁠ 📸 Instagram: @thecharitycfo 📘 Facebook:⁠⁠ /thecharitycfo⁠⁠ 💼 LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠ / the-charity-cfo⁠⁠ ⁠ 🎵 TikTok: @thecharitycfoReach out and connect with Aaron Landis: https://www.thecharitycfo.com/contactJoin our newsletter: https://go.thecharitycfo.com/l/995872/2025-02-24/6ldn1Download The Charity CFO Financial Blueprint: https://go.thecharitycfo.com/financial-blueprint#nonprofitfundraising #unrestrictedrevenue #nonprofitleadership #financialsustainability #thecharitycfo

    30 min

  4. 11/25/2025

    Episode 146: Why People Really Give: Using Brain Science to Build Better Donor Relationships

    Why do people really give? It is not logic. It is not spreadsheets. It is not persuasion. In this thought-provoking conversation, Tosha talks with fundraising strategist and neuroscience expert Cherian Koshy about the biology and behavior behind generosity. Together they explore how the brain rewards giving, why relationships matter more than transactions, and how nonprofit leaders can create emotionally resonant donor experiences. Cherian shares insights on donor identity, digital fatigue, donor retention, and how to ethically communicate urgency during uncertain times. This episode offers a practical and science-informed look at what motivates people to be generous. Episode Timestamps: 00:00 – 02:00Introduction and context for why neuroscience matters in fundraising. 02:00 – 09:30How generosity shows up in the brain and why giving is a biological event. 09:30 – 17:30Behavioral finance principles and why money decisions rarely follow logic. 17:30 – 23:00A new understanding of donor fatigue and why emotional connection matters most. 23:00 – 29:30Identity theory and how reinforcing donor values builds long-term relationships. 29:30 – 33:00Digital fatigue and how to create messages that activate attention and memory. 33:00 – 41:30Creating ethical urgency during uncertain times while maintaining trust. 41:30 – EndWhere listeners can find Cherian and final thoughts from Tosha. Follow Cherian Koshy Online 🌐 Website: https://www.cheriankoshy.com 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cheriankoshy/ 📘Book: https://neurogivingbook.com/ Follow Us Online🌐 Website: ⁠⁠www.thecharitycfo.com⁠⁠📸 Instagram: @thecharitycfo📘 Facebook:⁠⁠ /thecharitycfo⁠⁠💼 LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠ / the-charity-cfo⁠⁠ ⁠🎵 TikTok: @thecharitycfo Join our newsletter: https://go.thecharitycfo.com/l/995872/2025-02-24/6ldn1Download The Charity CFO Financial Blueprint: https://go.thecharitycfo.com/financial-blueprint Check out these blogs next: Nonprofit Communications: Navigating Donor Conversations The Psychology of Fundraising Resources Mentioned: Book: Your Money Has Feelings by Shannon Ryan

    37 min

  5. 11/12/2025

    Episode 145: Think Before You Lead: The Financial Red Flags Every Nonprofit CEO Needs to Spot

    Are you walking into a financial mess without realizing it? In this episode of A Modern Nonprofit Podcast, Tosha Anderson shares the five critical financial questions every new nonprofit CEO should ask in their first 90 days. You’ll learn how to: Spot hidden red flags in budgets and audits Understand what funders, auditors, and reports are really saying Build early trust with your board and financial team Protect your organization from preventable financial risk Whether you’re a first-time CEO or stepping into a new nonprofit, this episode will help you lead with clarity and confidence from day one. 🎧 Listen now or catch the full webinar at https://www.thecharitycfo.com/resources Follow Us Online 🌐 Website: ⁠⁠www.thecharitycfo.com⁠⁠ 📸 Instagram: @thecharitycfo 📘 Facebook:⁠⁠ /thecharitycfo⁠⁠ 💼 LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠ / the-charity-cfo⁠⁠ ⁠ 🎵 TikTok: @thecharitycfoJoin our newsletter: https://go.thecharitycfo.com/l/995872/2025-02-24/6ldn1Download The Charity CFO Financial Blueprint: https://go.thecharitycfo.com/financial-blueprint #nonprofitfinance #nonprofitleadership #thenonprofitceo #thecharitycfo #nonprofitmanagement #financialoversight

    19 min

  6. 11/05/2025

    Episode 144: Your Finance Committee Might Be Broken: How to Build One That Actually Helps

    Your finance committee can be your nonprofit’s greatest asset—or its biggest headache. In this episode, host Tosha Anderson and CFO Trina Owens-Rogers dive into the do’s and don’ts of creating an effective finance committee. From micromanaging boards to committees that never meet, they’ve seen it all, and they share what actually works. You’ll discover: The true role of a finance committee How to spot when your committee is too hands-off or too controlling Real-world examples from nonprofits that got it right (and wrong) Practical steps to build a finance committee that strengthens your organization’s financial oversight 🎯 Perfect for Executive Directors, Board Treasurers, and Finance Leaders who want to lead with confidence. Follow Us Online 🌐 Website: ⁠⁠www.thecharitycfo.com⁠⁠ 📸 Instagram: @thecharitycfo 📘 Facebook:⁠⁠ /thecharitycfo⁠⁠ 💼 LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠ / the-charity-cfo⁠⁠ ⁠ 🎵 TikTok: @thecharitycfoJoin our newsletter: https://go.thecharitycfo.com/l/995872/2025-02-24/6ldn1Download The Charity CFO Financial Blueprint: https://go.thecharitycfo.com/financial-blueprint

    31 min

  7. 10/28/2025

    Repost: Grant Writing 101 for Nonprofits: How to Find and Win the Right Grants

    Repost: Grant Writing 101 for Nonprofits: How to Find and Win the Right Grants Finding and managing grants is one of the toughest parts of nonprofit growth. In this conversation, Tosha and grant writer Kate Hephner break down how to: Identify the right grant opportunities Write stronger, more organized proposals Collaborate effectively with your team Build a reputation as a trustworthy funding partner This episode is perfect for new nonprofit leaders, founders, and development staff ready to elevate their grant strategy. 📍 Subscribe for more conversations with experts helping nonprofits work smarter, not harder. If you need a freelance grant writer to help you win more funding, you can reach out to Kate through her LinkedIn page: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/kate-hephner-019a522/⁠ Links to the grant directories mentioned by Kate: ⁠https://www.instrumentl.com/⁠⁠https://fconline.foundationcenter.org/⁠⁠https://grantstation.com/⁠⁠https://www.grantwatch.com/⁠ Want to learn more about finding grants for your organization? Check out our episode with the founder of Grantwatch here: ⁠https://thecharitycfo.com/libby-hikind-how-to-find-grants/ Follow Us Online 🌐 Website: ⁠⁠⁠www.thecharitycfo.com⁠⁠⁠ 📸 Instagram: @thecharitycfo 📘 Facebook:⁠⁠ /thecharitycfo⁠⁠ 💼 LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠ / the-charity-cfo⁠⁠ ⁠ 🎵 TikTok: @thecharitycfo Join our newsletter: ⁠https://go.thecharitycfo.com/l/995872/2025-02-24/6ldn1 ⁠Download The Charity CFO Financial Blueprint: ⁠https://go.thecharitycfo.com/financial-blueprint

    28 min

  8. 10/22/2025

    Episode 143: Why Your Fundraising Strategy Isn’t Working (and How to Fix It)

    Most nonprofits struggle to understand why their fundraising isn’t working. In this episode, Tosha Anderson, Founder of The Charity CFO, talks with Jeff Schreifels, Principal and Owner of Veritus Group, about what it takes to build a fundraising strategy that truly connects with donors. You’ll learn: Why fundraising is not just about the moneyHow to move from transactional asks to relationshipsThe secret to permission-based askingWhat it takes to build donor trust and loyaltyHow to create a culture of philanthropy that sustains your mission If your fundraising team is feeling stuck, burned out, or disconnected from donors, this conversation will change how you lead, ask, and grow. 🎧 Listen to more episodes at https://www.thecharitycfo.com Check out the full blog recap here. Connect with Jeff Schreifels Principal and Owner of Veritus Group 🌐 Website: ⁠⁠https://veritusgroup.com/ 💼 LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffschreifels/ Follow Us Online 🌐 Website: ⁠⁠www.thecharitycfo.com⁠⁠ 📸 Instagram: @thecharitycfo 📘 Facebook:⁠⁠ /thecharitycfo⁠⁠ 💼 LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠ / the-charity-cfo⁠⁠ ⁠ 🎵 TikTok: @thecharitycfoJoin our newsletter: https://go.thecharitycfo.com/l/995872/2025-02-24/6ldn1Download The Charity CFO Financial Blueprint: https://go.thecharitycfo.com/financial-blueprint #nonprofitfundraising #nonprofitleadership #thecharitycfo #major gifts #fundraisingstrategy #donorrelationships #veritusgroup

    42 min
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A Modern Nonprofit Podcast, powered by The Charity CFO, explores the most important business and culture topics in the nonprofit sector. Hosted by Tosha Anderson, each episode will feature an informative, lighthearted and insightful discussion about what’s trending in today’s organizations. This podcast is designed for nonprofit leaders and listeners alike, and we thank you for making this podcast part of your day!

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  • Creator
    The Charity CFO, LLC
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    150
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    Clean
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    © The Charity CFO, LLC
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