The Nonprofit HR Foundations Podcast

Wanda Braynt
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  Welcome to Nonprofit HR Foundations, the essential podcast for leaders dedicated to building strong, sustainable organizations. Hosted by Wanda Bryant, your guide to Strategic HR, Funded Missions: Nonprofit Success, we deliver actionable insights and expert strategies to optimize your HR and secure vital funding. More than just a podcast, it's a powerful resource empowering you to design robust HR departments, master grant writing, and navigate the unique challenges of nonprofit growth. Join us to explore how strategic people management and successful funding are the twin pillars of a thriving nonprofit.  

Episodes

  1. 09/08/2025

    AI Assist, Human Oversight: Using AI Tools Safely and Ethically in Nonprofit HR

    Is AI the future of nonprofit HR? In this forward-looking episode of Nonprofit HR Foundations, host Wanda Bryant provides a strategic guide to "AI Assist, Human Oversight: Using AI Tools Safely and Ethically in Nonprofit HR." Discover how to harness the power of AI to automate repetitive tasks, analyze complex data, and enhance your people operations. Wanda breaks down the practical applications—from recruiting to performance management—while giving you the critical roadmap to navigate ethical concerns around bias, privacy, and accountability. Tune in now to learn how to leverage AI as a powerful asset that strengthens your people and your mission, without compromising your core values.

    14 min

  2. 08/25/2025

    The Workforce Health Audit Roadmap: Uncovering Hidden People Costs.

    Are hidden costs silently draining your nonprofit's resources? In this essential episode of Nonprofit HR Foundations, host Wanda Bryant provides a comprehensive guide to The Workforce Health Audit Roadmap. Learn how to go beyond salaries to uncover the true financial impact of inefficient HR, employee burnout, and compliance gaps. Wanda provides a clear, three-phase roadmap—from data diagnosis to strategic action planning—to help you quantify these hidden costs and transform them into strategic investments that strengthen your organization and fuel your mission. Tune in now to start your audit and build a truly resilient workforce!

    18 min

  3. 08/10/2025

    Demystifying Indirect Costs: How to Fund Your HR Through Grant Budgets

    Do you leave money on the table because of a fear of "overhead"? In this crucial episode of Nonprofit HR Foundations, host Wanda Bryant demystifies "Demystifying Indirect Costs: How to Fund Your HR Through Grant Budgets." Learn why indirect costs aren't a drain but the essential scaffolding of your mission. We’ll break down common misconceptions, explore your options for calculating and negotiating indirect cost rates (including the 10% de minimis rate), and provide actionable strategies for confidently making the case to funders. Stop underfunding your essential HR functions and start building the sustainable capacity your mission deserves. Tune in now to unlock the full funding potential of your grants!

    15 min

  4. 08/03/2025

    Mastering Remote Team Management in the Nonprofit Sector

    Remote work has redefined the nonprofit landscape, offering unprecedented access to talent but also introducing complex challenges. In this critical episode of Nonprofit HR Foundations, host Wanda Bryant provides a comprehensive guide to Mastering Remote Team Management in the Nonprofit Sector. Discover the essential policies, best practices, and smart tools you need to build a high-performing, connected, and compliant distributed workforce. Wanda delves into the "minefield" of multi-state labor laws, how to manage teams across different time zones, and the non-negotiable strategies for ensuring grant compliance in a remote environment. Learn how to transform remote work from a logistical challenge into a powerful strategic advantage for your mission. Tune in now to safeguard your mission and build a resilient remote team!

    21 min

  5. 07/28/2025

    The Power of a Purpose-Driven Culture: Retaining Top Talent Without Top Salaries

    Nonprofits have a special problem: they need to find and keep the best workers without always being able to pay them as much as big companies do. In this eye-opening episode of Nonprofit HR Foundations, host Wanda Bryant talks about the most significant competitive edge you have: a culture that is actually driven by purpose. Learn how to go beyond just a goal statement to create a workplace where shared values, purpose integration, and real leadership not only attract, but also keep your best employees. Wanda gives you useful tips on how to choose people based on their beliefs, make work relevant, communicate with your team, develop your employees' skills, and create a welcoming environment. Find out how putting money into your culture may lower turnover, increase engagement, and even make your company more appealing to donors. Listen to find out how to keep talented people on your mission-driven team for good!

    15 min

  6. 07/18/2025

    The $1.7 Billion Turnover Drain – Why Nonprofits Can't Afford People Risk

    Discover the hidden financial drain impacting nonprofits! In this critical episode of Nonprofit HR Foundations, host Wanda Bryant uncovers the staggering $1.7 Billion Turnover Drain and why "people risk" is a direct threat to your mission and sustainability. Learn the true costs of staff turnover, why nonprofits are uniquely vulnerable, and how strategic HR and grant funding are your powerful antidotes to building a resilient, thriving team. Don't let valuable resources walk out the door – equip yourself with the strategies to protect your most vital asset.

    15 min
  • 6 Episodes

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  Welcome to Nonprofit HR Foundations, the essential podcast for leaders dedicated to building strong, sustainable organizations. Hosted by Wanda Bryant, your guide to Strategic HR, Funded Missions: Nonprofit Success, we deliver actionable insights and expert strategies to optimize your HR and secure vital funding. More than just a podcast, it's a powerful resource empowering you to design robust HR departments, master grant writing, and navigate the unique challenges of nonprofit growth. Join us to explore how strategic people management and successful funding are the twin pillars of a thriving nonprofit.  

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