Small But Mighty Podcast for Non-Profits

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How to create social change through a non-profit Mar 30, 2022

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Creating social change is a goal of many small non-profits. but it's not an easy task.
In this episode, Kirsty chats to Rhen Soggee, Executive Director and Co-CEO of ActNow Theatre, a socially conscious theatre company in Adelaide that's been a grassroots organisation for 14 years.
Rhen shares insights into how ActNow uses the arts and theatre to educate and inform on issues such a racism, gender and cultural diversity, and domestic violence.
Rhen also explains why it's important for small non-profit to take risks in the work they do, and the importance of diversity in non-profit leadership.
You can learn more about ActNow's work here: https://www.actnowtheatre.org.au/home
ActNow Theatre is a member of the Small Non-Profits Alliance. Learn about our free membership here: https://smallnonprofits.com.au/membership-account/membership-levels/

For more resources created specifically for small non-profits join the Small Non-Profits Alliance for FREE here: https://smallnonprofits.com.au/membership-account/membership-levels/
You can also connect with the Alliance on Facebook and Instagram.

Short Stuff: Donor Survey Basics Feb 14, 2022

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An annual supporter survey is a great way to check in with your donor base each year. It gives non-profits an opportunity to connect and learn more about donors, both as individuals and collectively.
In this episode of Short Stuff, Bianca shares a few simple points to remember when creating a donor survey, including technical tips and example questions.
The resources mentioned in this survey can be found here: https://smallnonprofits.com.au/2022/02/14/donor-survey-sample-questions-downloadable-resource/

Our Small But Mighty 'Short Stuff' episodes are advice for small non-profit success, delivered in under five minutes.

Digital Fundraising Trends in 2022 Jan 23, 2022

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2021 was a challenging year for many small charities, particularly for digital and peer-to-peer fundraising.
Peer-to-peer fundraising events were heavily affected during covid lockdowns, but virtual events have proved very successful for some charities able to pivot quickly.

So, in this episode Bianca chats to social entrepreneur and digital fundraising expert Tania Burstin, about digital fundraising advice and trends for small charities in 2022.

Tania is the founder of mycause.com.au – Australia’s leading online fundraising platform.

mycause.com.au has 6000 charity partners and has raised more than $140M for charities and Australian community groups.

Tania shares insights into digital fundraising trends for 2022, and advice for small charities including:

- Key mistakes in digital fundraising

- How to engage major donors

- Why getting marketing right is so important

mycause.com.au is a Service Partner of the Small Non-Profits Alliance.

2021 Highlights & Advice for Small Non-Profits Dec 23, 2021

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What a rollercoaster of challenges 2021 has been for small non-profits!
It's also been a year where small non-profits have shown themselves to be small but mighty: adapting to challenges, succeeding during a global pandemic, and embracing the digital world.
In the final episode for 2021 Bianca and Kirsty share their highlights for small non-profits in 2021, from a new focus on donor engagement, and a shift towards instagram for many small non-profits to build awareness and community.
Bianca and Kirsty also share advice for small non-profits in 2022, including the essential skills and resources to remain nimble and adaptable into the new year.

Short Stuff: 3 Social Media Tips for Leaders of Non-Profits Dec 15, 2021

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Social media is an important part of every small non-profit’s digital arsenal, but often leaders of small organisations can find it hard to make time to engage on social media.

In this episode of Short Stuff, social media specialist & Co-Founder of the Small Non-Profits Alliance, Kirsty Wallett, shares three easy ways you can engage with your supporters on social media as a non-profit leader.

Our Small But Mighty 'Short Stuff' episodes are advice for small non-profit success, delivered in under five minutes.

For more resources created specifically for small non-profits join the Small Non-Profits Alliance for FREE here: https://smallnonprofits.com.au/membership-account/membership-levels/

Ethics in fundraising for small charities Nov 26, 2021

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Small charities are often more in touch with their donors than larger charities, and starting out in their fundraising efforts can be challenging on many fronts.

So, what can small charities do to ensure they are acting ethically?
In this episode Bianca chats to Katherine Raskob, the CEO of Fundraising Institute Australia (FIA) - the professional fundraising body in Australia - about the FIA Code and the importance of ethics in best-practice fundraising.
Katherine has a wealth of experience as a charity board director and leader, and shares her advice for how small non-profits can act ethically and professionally when fundraising.
The FIA Code and information on the FIA's course can be found here: https://smallnonprofits.com.au/2021/11/02/what-is-the-fia-fundraising-code/
Listening notes;
13 mins - Why transparency in fundraising is important

14.30 mins - Why it costs money to raise money & how to explain that to donors

22.15 mins - The FIA Code and ethical data practices with donors

23.30 mins - How the Code advises on supply chain practices for small charities

24.30 mins - FIA Code Course

26.16 mins - Advice to directors of small charities on ethics in fundraising

For more resources created specifically for small non-profits join the Small Non-Profits Alliance for FREE here: https://smallnonprofits.com.au/membership-account/membership-levels/

Short Stuff: 4 Books for Non-Profit Leaders Nov 09, 2021

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When we're working tirelessly in the for-purpose space, it's important to find inspiration and hope from other sources
In this episode of Short Stuff, Bianca Crocker shares four books that are essential reads for non-profit leaders.
Content note: this episode was recorded before the passing of author and holocaust survivor Eddie Jaku, mentioned in this episode.
Our Small But Mighty 'Short Stuff' episodes are advice for small non-profit success, delivered in under five minutes.

For more resources created specifically for small non-profits join the Small Non-Profits Alliance for FREE here: https://smallnonprofits.com.au/membership-account/membership-levels/

Doing it in a Dress: Feminism & educating girls in Africa Oct 08, 2021

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Dr Chrisanta Muli's grandmother didn't get past grade two in school. So her mother was raised her with a determination to ensure her daughter and granddaughter didn't suffer the same fate.
Fast forward to her generation and Chrisanta is a feminist academic, gender justice expert, and the CEO of One Girl, a small but mighty international development organisation doing big things to educate girls all over the globe.
In this episode Bianca chats to Chrisanta about her journey as an African woman, her experience in challenging the norms of the international development sector and the fundraising and programs success of One Girl.
This October One Girl celebrates ten years of the organisation's flagship fundraising campaign Do it in a Dress, which has raised more than $4million to educate girls in Sierra Leone and Uganda.
Chrisanta shares tips on their fundraising success and why communicating is so important in inspiring the support of young people.
You can find out more about the Do it in a Dress campaign here: https://www.onegirl.org.au/event/do-it-in-a-dress-2021
For more resources created specifically for small non-profits join the Small Non-Profits Alliance for FREE here: https://smallnonprofits.com.au/membership-account/membership-levels/

Non-Profit Myth Busters: Common myths about small organisations Sep 24, 2021

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It's time to bust some non-profit myths!
In this episode Bianca and Kirsty bust four commonly-held myths about small organisations in the non-profit sector, covering contentious topics like whether charities should make a profit, operating without a website and if non-profits should really have paid staff.
For more resources created specifically for small non-profits join the Small Non-Profits Alliance for FREE here: https://smallnonprofits.com.au/membership-account/membership-levels/

Leadership learnings for small non-profits Aug 22, 2021

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Prue Ingram began her career as a speech pathologist. Fast forward 20 years and Prue is an experienced CEO and leader in the non-profit sector, leading international development organisation, Assisi Aid.
Prue shares her leadership journey with Bianca, from her experience across the international development space and her tips for the challenging nature of leadership in the small non-profit sector, particularly during COVID-19 and working virtually.
Prue and Assisi Aid are members of the Small Non-Profits Alliance. Learn about our free membership here: https://smallnonprofits.com.au/membership-account/membership-levels/

Listening highlights:
13.30 mins - Tips on managing relationships and workloads as a leader
17.40 mins - How to balance being part-time and staying connected as a non-profit leader
23.50 mins - Prue's number one tip for leaders of small charities
25.35 mins - What being 'Small but Mighty' means to Prue and Assisi Aid

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