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A Modern Nonprofit Podcast

The Charity CFO, LLC

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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Episode 156: From Starvation to Sustainability: How...

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2026/04/14

Are you constantly chasing funding but still struggling to build sustainable growth?In this episode of A Modern Nonprofit Podcast, Tosha Anderson sits down with Drew Reynolds, Principal Consultant at Common Good Data, to break down why so many nonprofits are stuck in the funding trap and what to do about it.With increasing funding uncertainty and limited capacity, nonprofit leaders are being forced to rethink their fundraising strategy. The key is not doing more. The key is getting clear on your

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00:32:11

Episode 155: The State of Grant Seeking in 2026:...

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2026/03/31

Grant Writing in 2026 Is Harder Than Ever - Here’s How to Adapt Federal funding volatility. Private foundations acting like contracts. Massive nonprofits competing for $5,000 grants. And now AI flooding the system with applications.In this episode of A Modern Nonprofit Podcast, Tosha Anderson sits down with Dr. Krista Kurlinkus to unpack the state of grant seeking in 2026 and what nonprofit leaders must change to survive.We cover:-Why competition for grants is exploding-How AI is increasing volume

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00:32:38

Episode 154: Why Donors Don’t Give Again — And How to...

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2026/03/17

Why Are Donors Disappearing? Here’s What Nonprofits Must ChangeOnly 20% of first-time donors give again.That means for every 100 new donors you acquire, 80 disappear.Is it donor fatigue? The economy? AI? Federal funding volatility?In this episode of A Modern Nonprofit Podcast, Tosha Anderson and donor strategist Erin Straza unpack the real reasons donors don’t return - and what nonprofit leaders must change to improve donor retention.We discuss:The truth about donor retention ratesWhy transactional

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00:38:51

Episode 153: Federal Grants in 2026: What Nonprofits...

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2026/03/03

Is federal funding coming back? Should your nonprofit apply for federal grants in 2026? And what are the new compliance risks you need to understand before submitting an application?In this episode of A Modern Nonprofit Podcast, Tosha Anderson sits down with federal funding expert Fielding Jezreel to unpack the current state of federal grants as of February 2026.After a turbulent 2025 filled with funding whiplash, shutdown fears, and shifting priorities, we’re finally seeing stability return. But

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00:21:54

Episode 152: From Compliance to Clarity: How to...

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2026/02/17

Data doesn’t have to feel like a burden.In this episode of A Modern Nonprofit Podcast, Tosha Anderson talks with Kayla Meyers, Founder of Bridgepoint Evaluation, about how nonprofit leaders can move from compliance-driven data collection to clarity-driven evaluation strategy.If your organization is collecting data for grants but not using it for decision-making, team alignment, or strategic growth, this conversation will help you rethink your approach.You’ll learn how to:Shift from reactive to

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00:33:13

Episode 151: Rethinking Philanthropy: How Business...

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2026/02/03

What if philanthropy wasn’t just about writing checks - but about building systems that actually work?In this episode of A Modern Nonprofit Podcast, host Tosha Anderson sits down with Ed Mitzen, Co-Founder of the Business for Good Foundation, to talk about rethinking traditional philanthropy through a business lens.After selling his for-profit company, Ed and his wife chose a hands-on approach to giving - investing time, talent, and capital into workforce development, housing, entrepreneurship, and

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00:28:59

Episode 150: Why Traditional Strategic Plans Fail...

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2026/01/20

Traditional strategic plans are failing nonprofits.In this episode of A Modern Nonprofit Podcast, Tosha Anderson and Theresa Guest, CFO at The Charity CFO, explain why so many nonprofit strategic plans collect dust instead of driving decisions. Using insights from The Charity CFO Financial Blueprint, they unpack the missing links between strategy, accountability, financial planning, and execution.You will learn why quarterly planning creates more momentum than multi year roadmaps, how financial

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00:42:46

Episode 149: Why Strategic Finance Is the Key to...

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2026/01/06

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

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00:26:52

Episode 148: How to Build and Protect Employee Trust...

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2025/12/23

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

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00:29:48

Episode 147: Unrestricted Revenue: The Lifeblood of...

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2025/12/09

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

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00:37:04

Episode 146: Why People Really Give: Using Brain...

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2025/11/25

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

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00:18:34

Episode 145: Think Before You Lead: The Financial Red...

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2025/11/12

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 auditsUnderstand what funders, auditors, and reports are really sayingBuild early trust with your board and financial teamProtect your organization from preventable financial riskWhether you’re a first-time CEO or stepping

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00:30:31

Episode 144: Your Finance Committee Might Be Broken:...

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2025/11/05

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 committeeHow to spot when your committee is too hands-off or too controllingReal-world examples from nonprofits that got it

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00:27:46

Repost: Grant Writing 101 for Nonprofits: How to Find...

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2025/10/28

Repost: Grant Writing 101 for Nonprofits: How to Find and Win the Right GrantsFinding 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 opportunitiesWrite stronger, more organized proposalsCollaborate effectively with your teamBuild a reputation as a trustworthy funding partnerThis episode is perfect for new nonprofit leaders, founders, and development staff ready to elevate their

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00:41:41

Episode 143: Why Your Fundraising Strategy Isn’t...

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2025/10/22

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

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00:35:35

Episode 142: Why It’s So Hard to Trust Marketing...

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2025/10/15

Why are marketing metrics so confusing and how can nonprofits make smarter decisions about where to invest their dollars?Join Tosha Anderson, Founder of The Charity CFO, as she talks with Jeff Greenfield, CEO and Founder of Provalytics, about how nonprofits can finally get clarity on their marketing data.In this episode, you’ll learn:Why marketing numbers don’t always add upHow to distinguish clicks from attentionWhat “working vs. nonworking” marketing dollars really meanWhy paid advertising is not

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00:53:02

Episode 140: Scaling Without Burnout: How Systems...

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2025/10/07

Most nonprofits try to scale by adding more people, but that often makes the chaos worse. In this episode, Tosha Anderson and Dr. Andrea Ortega uncover how to scale your nonprofit through systems, not stress. Learn how to build SOPs, create repeatable workflows, strengthen board engagement with useful dashboards, and handle the challenges that come with federal grants and rapid growth. If you’re a nonprofit leader ready to move from reactive to proactive, this conversation is for you.Connect with

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00:27:19

Episode 141: What Every New Nonprofit CEO Should Ask...

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2025/09/30

New nonprofit CEO? Don’t inherit a financial mess. In this solo episode, Tosha breaks down the exact questions to ask in Week 1 and the first 90 days so you can quickly assess risk, read audits + 990s with confidence, pressure-test budget assumptions, verify restricted funds, and fix delayed or conflicting reports. You’ll learn how to evaluate your finance team, set a cadence for monthly close, and own the financial story with your board and funders.Grab our free Financial Blueprint and avoid

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00:39:03

Ep. 139: Nonprofit Networking That Works: How to...

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2025/09/23

Networking is not a box to check. It is how modern nonprofits fuel mission, board growth, fundraising, and talent. Tosha Anderson sits down with Anne Marie Dougherty, CEO of the Bob Woodruff Foundation, to break down how to prepare for events, find common ground quickly, tell sharper stories, and follow up with discipline. They cover board dynamics, scaling programs without losing focus, and why curating your network beats collecting contacts. If you lead a nonprofit, this playbook will help you

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00:38:44

Episode 138: Beyond Staff: Engaging Your Full...

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2025/09/09

Beyond Staff: Engaging Your Full Nonprofit Workforce - Board Members and Volunteers IncludedNonprofit engagement cannot stop at staff. In this episode, Tosha Anderson and leadership expert Rhonda Travers show you how to engage employees, board members, and volunteers with a simple lifecycle approach. Learn to define volunteer roles, onboard and offboard board members, build a basic governance dashboard, and communicate across channels so your mission stays top of mind.Connect with Rhonda

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