In this episode of the Charity Charge show, host Stephen Garten interviews Melissa Lagowski, founder and CEO of
Big Buzz Idea Group. They discuss Melissa's journey from being an executive director of a nonprofit to starting her own company that supports nonprofits. The conversation covers the challenges faced by nonprofit leaders, the importance of self-care, and the need for collaboration over competition. Melissa shares tactical advice for nonprofit leaders, the role of technology and AI in fundraising, and the significance of strategic planning as the year comes to a close.
Takeaways
- Melissa Lagowski founded Big Buzz Idea Group to support nonprofits.
- Nonprofit leaders often wear many hats and face burnout.
- Self-care is crucial for nonprofit leaders to avoid burnout.
- Collaboration among nonprofits can lead to greater impact.
- Nonprofits should run like businesses to be successful.
- AI can assist in fundraising and donor personalization.
- Asking questions is key to building relationships.
- Nonprofits need to identify their top supporters for effective fundraising.
- Strategic planning is essential for nonprofit growth.
- Consultants should be chosen carefully to avoid pitfalls.
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About Charity Charge
Charity Charge
is a financial technology company serving the nonprofit sector. From the
Charity Charge Nonprofit Credit Card to
bookkeeping,
gift card disbursements, and
state compliance, we help mission-driven organizations streamline operations and stay financially strong. Learn more at
charitycharge.com.
What is The Charity Charge Show - Nonprofit Podcast?
The Charity Charge Show features candid conversations with nonprofit executives, founders, and social impact leaders about what it actually takes to run a mission-driven organization: funding, operations, leadership, and the lessons nobody puts in the annual report.
The show is hosted by Stephen Garten, founder and CEO of Charity Charge, a Public Benefit Corporation founded in 2015 in Austin, Texas. Charity Charge provides financial tools built exclusively for nonprofits, including a credit card underwritten to the organization's EIN with no personal guarantee and no annual fee.
More than 3,000 nonprofits have used Charity Charge to manage their spending.
Learn more at www.charitycharge.com