The Nonprofit Mentor

By Tom Iselin

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Welcome to The Nonprofit Mentor! . . . The show that provides straight talk and practical tools to help you become an outstanding nonprofit leader, run and exceptional organization, and raise a ton of money in the process. Looking for savvy fundraising tips and tactics? . . . check out Tom's other podcast called: The Fundraising Coach. Whether you're an executive, staff member or board member, you'll be learning the inside scoop from one of the nation's leading social entrepreneurs who's been in your shoes and walked in the muddiest of trenches, not from some university professor who spouts theory and has never run a nonprofit. Join us! Because show after show, you'll learn useful information that will help you grow professionally as you build a high-impact nonprofit. About Tom Iselin: Tom has built eight notable nonprofits. He's written six books, sits on six boards, and is considered a leading authority on building gold standard nonprofits. His been on CNN, Nightline, and feature in Newsweek for his impact on the industry. Tom runs First Things First, an organization that provides executive coaching, board retreats, strategic planning, and fundraising services, and is rated, "America's best retreat facilitator." Learn more at: www.tomiselin.com

Episode Date
Your Board Isn't Working: Why a Board Retreat Might Be the Best Investment Your Nonprofit Makes This Year
Jun 05, 2026
Building a Donor Pipeline BEFORE You need It!
Jun 05, 2026
Board Retreat Blunders and Mistakes that Sabotage Retreats
Jun 05, 2026
Part 3 of 3: Ask Better, Raise More Money -- Fundraising Ask Tactics and Strategies
Jun 05, 2026
Part 2 of 3: Ask Better, Raise More Money -- Fundraising Ask Tactics and Strategies
Jun 05, 2026
Part 1 of 3: Ask Better, Raise More Money -- Fundraising Ask Tactics and Strategies
Jun 05, 2026
Unresponsive Donors: A Smarter Way to Respond
Apr 06, 2026
The Year-End (Holiday) Fundraising Secrets Nobody Uses
Apr 06, 2026
Specialty Events: How To Turn Small Gatherings into Big Gifts
Apr 06, 2026
How to Fund Your Next Board Retreat or Strategic Planning Session
Apr 06, 2026
Board Members: Help Raise Money (Without Asking For It!)
Apr 06, 2026
10 Strategic Fundraising Principles - Every Fundraiser Should Know
Nov 07, 2025
Don't Pitch—Connect: 10 Smart Moves for First Donor Meetings
Nov 07, 2025
Lighthearted Field Guide to Fundraising Disasters
Nov 07, 2025
Make Your Retreat Outcomes Stick with "Ownership"
Nov 07, 2025
Donor Objections: Part 3: Common and Uncommon Types (includes scripts)
Nov 07, 2025
Donor Objections: Part 2: A Simple 3-Step Process
Nov 07, 2025
Nonprofit Objections: Part 1: A Primer
Nov 07, 2025
The Golden Hour: Tips for Mastering the Art of Donor Cultivation
Nov 07, 2025
The Other 20%: Winning Foundation, Corporate, and Government Dollars
Nov 07, 2025
Use Experiential Learning to Transform Your Next Board Retreat
Apr 28, 2025
The Friendly Factor: How Going Above and Beyond Wins Donors and Builds Loyalty
Apr 04, 2025
The Power of Possibility: A Growth Mindset Blueprint for Nonprofit Leaders
Mar 05, 2025
Unlocking Generosity: Motivate Your Donors to Give More Without Pressure
Feb 09, 2025
Stewardship Tactics That are Sure to Keep Donors Tied to Your Cause
Feb 04, 2025
When Nonprofit Boards Meddle: The Dangers of Micromanagement
Jan 08, 2025
Boardroom Ghosting: How Ignoring Staff Emails Drains Nonprofit Momentum
Jan 08, 2025
Avoid Last-Minute Blues: Tips for Planning Ahead for Strategic Planning
Jan 08, 2025
How to Host the Best Board Development Retreat Ever! Winning Checklist – 17 Keys to Success
Sep 20, 2024
From Coffee to Commitment: Mastering Donor Meetings with Preparation
Sep 20, 2024
Strategic Planning: What's Better, A One-Year or Five-Year Plan?
Sep 20, 2024
Tactics for Building a "Value Network" for your Nonprofit
Jun 26, 2024
7 Tips to Hiring "The Best Strategic Planning Facilitator Near Me."
Jun 20, 2024
Disengaged Board Members? – Tolerate it NO More! 8 Steps to Engagement and a "Get it Done!" Culture. Here's how . . .
Jun 20, 2024
10 Tips to Avoid Hiring a Dud Strategic Planning Facilitator
Jun 20, 2024
Next Level Donor Relations – Make Their Experience "Unexpectedly Pleasurable!"
Mar 07, 2024
Are You a One-Percenter? Here's a List of Dos and Don'ts of Top Performers. How do you rate?
Mar 07, 2024
How Star Wars Can Help You Raise More Money – Say What?
Mar 07, 2024
How To Host the Best Board Retreat Ever! Checklist – 17 Keys to Success
Oct 09, 2023
How to Find and Hire the Best Board Retreat Facilitator – a 9-Point Checklist . . .
Oct 09, 2023
Are Local Board Retreat Facilitators Really the Best Value?
Oct 09, 2023
Article: Resolving Conflict (board or staff)
May 02, 2023
Article: Hiring the Best Board Retreat Facilitator -- Are They Worth the Price?
May 02, 2023
Article: How to Find The Best Board Development Facilitator
May 02, 2023
Article: How to Find The Best Strategic Planning Facilitator
May 02, 2023
Article: Double Your Response Rates for Giving Tuesday (Or on Any Day!)
May 02, 2023
First Things First (Book) - Chapter 16: Parting Words
May 01, 2023
First Things First (Book) - Chapter 15: Value Network: Surrounding Yourself with Knowledge and Experience
May 01, 2023
First Things First (Book) - Chapter 14: One-on-One Fundraising: Raising Big Money in Personal Settings
May 01, 2023
First Things First (Book) - Chapter 13: Branding: Making Yourself Memorable
May 01, 2023
First Things First (Book) - Chapter 12: Technology: Leaping Forward Byte by Byte
May 01, 2023
First Things First (Book) - Chapter 11: Measurable Impact: Proving Your Worth
May 01, 2023
First Things First (Book) - Chapter 10: Accountability: Taking Responsibility to Deliver the Goods
May 01, 2023
First Things First (Book) - Chapter 9: Praise and Gratitude: Saying Thank You Again and Again
May 01, 2023
First Things First (Book) - Chapter 8: Engaged Volunteers: Turning Passion into Productivity
May 01, 2023
First Things First (Book) - Chapter 7: Executive-Board Relations: Dousing the Ring of Fire
May 01, 2023
First Things First (Book) - Chapter 6: Chief Executive: Hiring or Developing a Social Entrepreneur
May 01, 2023
First Things First (Book) - Chapter 5: Public Speaking: Embracing Opportunities to Fearlessly Share Your Good News
May 01, 2023
First Things First (Book) - Chapter 4: Writing: Transforming Words Into Power and Influence
May 01, 2023
First Things First (Book) - Chapter 3: Organization: Creating Order Through Efficiency and Effectiveness
May 01, 2023
First Things First (Book) - Chapter 2: Culture: Developing a Unifying Force to Inspire Team Spirit
May 01, 2023
First Things First (Book) - Chapter 1: Authentic Passion: Building a Reactor Core of Commitment
May 01, 2023
First Things First (Book) - Introduction
May 01, 2023
First Things First: Overview of Services, Experience, Credibility, and Fees
Apr 30, 2023
Meet Tom Iselin!
Apr 30, 2023
Executive Board-Relations -- How to Improve it Without Losing Your Mind or Board Members
Mar 27, 2023
About Tom - Background and How He Became a Social Entrepreneur
Oct 26, 2020
Episode 001 - Welcome Message
Oct 24, 2020