Nonprofit Nuggets with Jennifer Yarbrough

• Stop Losing Money and Momentum

  In this episode, I'm breaking down the exact step-by-step process to start your nonprofit the right way — with the structure, strategy, and sustainability you need to grow with confidence. Whether you're just getting started or fixing what's already been set up, this guide will help you avoid costly mistakes, stay motivated, and launch your organization on a solid foundation. If you want your nonprofit to succeed long-term, this is where you start.

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• Starting Fast Is A Trap! How To Avoid Nonprofit Burnout

  When you're passionate about your mission, it's tempting to hit the ground running — launching programs, chasing funding, and saying yes to every opportunity. But here's the truth: starting fast can actually slow you down. In this episode, we're talking about why moving too quickly leads to exhaustion, confusion, and burnout — and how to build your nonprofit with clarity, structure, and sustainability from day one. Because as I always say, you don't need speed — you need strategy. You'll learn how to: Recognize the early signs of burnout in your nonprofit journey Pace your growth with purpose and planning Build systems that sustain both your mission and your energy If you're ready to build your nonprofit without losing your passion (or your peace), this episode is for you.

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• Building Programs That Funders Believe In

  Every successful nonprofit starts with a clear vision and ends with measurable impact. In this episode, we'll walk through the essential framework for transforming your mission into a fundable program—one that funders understand, believe in, and want to support. Here's the truth: funders don't fund passion; they fund impact. If your program isn't built on a clearly defined problem, backed by real community needs, and designed with measurable outcomes, it won't get funded. In this episode, we'll break down what makes a program fundable and how to design one that funders can't ignore.

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• Start with the Problem, Not the Program

  Too many nonprofit founders jump straight into building programs without clearly defining the problem they're solving. In this episode, we'll unpack why starting with the problem is the key to building a mission that attracts funders, partners, and long-term impact. 

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• The Painful Truth That's Keeping Your Nonprofit Broke

  Running a nonprofit isn't easy, and too many leaders are unknowingly holding themselves back from the funding they need. In this episode, we're digging into the uncomfortable (but necessary) truth about why your nonprofit may be stuck in a cycle of financial struggle. We'll break down the hidden mistakes, mindset traps, and structural gaps that keep organizations from thriving—and most importantly, how to shift toward sustainable growth and funding. If you're ready to move past "broke" and start building the thriving nonprofit your mission deserves, this conversation is for you.

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