The Small Nonprofit Podcast
1) Major Gifts for Small Nonprofits
Send us a text Small nonprofits deserve BIG support. However, many fundraisers stumble while trying one to one relationships with major donors without it feeling fake, forced, or transactional. Fundr...Show More
2) Grow Your Brand: Tech, Trust & Story
Send us a text This episode digs into practical ways small nonprofits can expand reach by pairing clear data with everyday touchpoints and values-aligned partnerships. Host Maria Rio talks with Chris...Show More
3) AI Storytelling for Nonprofits: From Impact to Donors
Send us a text Storytelling is the heartbeat of nonprofit fundraising - and now, AI is giving organizations new ways to capture and share those stories while still keeping a human touch at the center....Show More
4) Donor Stewardship: Community-Centric Segmentation and Practices
Send us a text Your top donors don’t just write big cheques; they could be folding newsletters in your conference room every Tuesday or serving on your board for the third consecutive year. In this ep...Show More
5) Why DEI Fails in Nonprofits (and How to Do It Right)
Send us a text Is your nonprofit struggling to turn DEI intentions into meaningful action? Fear, burnout, and performative allyship often hold us back from creating truly equitable organizations. But ...Show More
6) Social Enterprise: Earned Revenue for Nonprofits
Social enterprises aren't only about earning or diversifying revenue; they’re key to finding creative, sustainable ways to advance your mission while serving your community with dignity. In this epis...Show More
7) The Network Myth: A Hiring Red Flag
Relying on a fundraiser’s personal network isn’t a fundraising strategy; it’s a shortcut that can cost your nonprofit big in the long run. In this episode, Maria Rio and Caitlin McBride unpack why th...Show More
8) 5 Trends Redefining Nonprofits by 2035
The nonprofit world is changing FAST - and the way we fundraise, build teams, and connect with communities is being rewritten in real time. If you’ve been feeling the tension between keeping your nonp...Show More
9) Custom GPTs for Nonprofits A Step-by-Step Guide by Maria Rio
About The Episode AI is here to stay, and many nonprofits are already embracing it. In this episode, we break down how you can set up your own custom GPT to save time, boost donor engagement, and mak...Show More
10) People-First Leadership for Nonprofits with Marisa Tran and Maria Rio
Ever tried to juggle visionary ideas, tight budgets, and a team that spans every learning style under the sun? In this episode of The Small Nonprofit, Maria sits down with management coach and EDI pow...Show More