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Nonprofit Counsel Podcast

Nonprofit Counsel Podcast

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 Welcome to the Nonprofit Counsel Podcast, your go-to source for expert insights and practical advice on all things related to starting and leading a nonprofit organization. If you're looking to start your own nonprofit organization, gain tax-exempt status, manage your board, communicate your purpose or fundraise for your cause, this podcast is the perfect resource for you. Hosted by May Harris, Esq., MA, founder of FPLG and an experienced nonprofit professional, each episode of the Nonprofit Counsel Podcast offers valuable tips, tools, and strategies to help you navigate the complex world of nonprofit management. May's deep knowledge and expertise in nonprofit law, financial management, and consulting make her the ideal guide for anyone looking to be involved with a successful nonprofit organization. So, whether you're a seasoned nonprofit leader or just starting out, join us on the Nonprofit Counsel Podcast and discover how to shortcut the learning curve and achieve your nonprofit goals. We've got you covered. Subscribe now and start making a difference in your community today! "The purpose of life is not to be happy. It is to be useful, to be honorable, to be compassionate, to have it make some difference that you have lived and lived well.' These words frame my work, and they define my actions." -Ralph Waldo Emerson About the Host: May Harris has been a pioneer of nonprofit law practice for over a decade, having founded For Purpose Law Group in April 2012. She serves the nation's nonprofit sector with unparalleled expertise, prioritizing her clients missions, visions, and values. She specializes in nonprofit & tax exempt organizations, social enterprise & business law, and estate planning & charitable giving. May received her undergraduate degree from the University of Utah, before pursuing and obtaining her Juris Doctor from the University of San Diego in 2000. She practiced intellectual property law for a large biotech company for several years before a fateful flyer came home in her son's lunchbox. His school was looking for parents who were licensed attorneys and could form a nonprofit on their behalf. May agreed to form the organization, and then found herself serving as director of its board. With her legal expertise and newfound knowledge on nonprofit law, she realized the nonprofit sector was severely underserved in legal representation. She decided to fix this. She returned to school, earning her Masters of Nonprofit Leadership and Management from the University of San Diego in [year]. With this education, she, along with some of her fellow graduates, founded For Purpose Law Group (FPLG). In the subsequent decade, May has molded FPLG into the "go-to" law firm for nonprofits in Southern California. The firm is constantly expanding its locations and service areas, with the ability to assist organizations across the United States. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nonprofit-counsel/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nonprofitcounsel/ https://www.nonprofitcounsel.com/ https://www.fplglaw.com2025 Economia Gestione e leadership Leadership Management
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  • Donor-Advised Funds: Flexibility, Impact, and the Future with Ted Hart

    Donor-Advised Funds: Flexibility, Impact, and the Future with Ted Hart
    Jan 20 2026

    Donor-advised funds are revolutionizing philanthropic giving, and in this episode of The Nonprofit Counsel Podcast, host May Harris sits down with author Ted Hart to explore why. Ted's latest book, The DAF Revolution, unpacks how donor-advised funds have become the fastest-growing form of philanthropy ever, with over $250 billion in assets. They discuss the advantages DAFs offer over private foundations, including simplified charitable tax deductions and flexible grant making. Ted shares how to set up a donor-advised fund for tax benefits, addresses common criticisms, and reveals powerful nonprofit fundraising strategies to help organizations access DAF dollars, essential listening for donors, advisors, and nonprofit leaders.

    What You'll Learn in This Episode:

    Why donor-advised funds outpace private foundations in charitable giving, granting 15-25% of assets annually versus the 5% foundation minimum, and how this benefits donors and nonprofits.

    How to leverage appreciated assets through DAFs to maximize charitable tax deductions while avoiding capital gains, plus the three types available—national firms, community foundations, and mission-based organizations.

    Actionable nonprofit fundraising strategies to access more donor-advised fund grants, including major gift fundraising approaches.

    Best practices for multi-generational giving and legacy philanthropy through DAFs, including involving future generations while maintaining advisor rights.

    Subscribe to The Nonprofit Counsel Podcast and stay ahead on the legal and strategic insights that help nonprofits thrive. Join the conversation and empower your mission with expert guidance every episode.

    TIMESTAMPS:

    00:00 Introduction to Ted Hart and The DAF Revolution book, exploring donor-advised funds as the fastest-growing philanthropic giving vehicle

    06:42 Why donor-advised funds outperform private foundations: DAFs grant 15-25% annually versus 5% foundation minimum with charitable tax deductions

    08:37 Three types of DAFs: national firms like Fidelity Charitable, community foundations, and mission-based organizations for grant making

    14:17 Setting up a donor-advised fund: investment options and multi-generational giving strategies for legacy philanthropy and the downsides of a DAF

    22:13 Ten nonprofit fundraising strategies for accessing DAF funding through significant gift relationships

    KEY TAKEAWAYS:

    Donor-advised funds reached $250 billion in assets, hitting their first $100 billion in just 30 years versus over a century for private foundations, making them the fastest-growing philanthropic giving vehicle.

    DAFs grant 15-25% of assets annually without payout requirements, while private foundations give only 5%, proving donors are more generous without government mandates and can focus on charitable giving based on values.

    Every nonprofit needs a DAF strategy: ten fundraising strategies include significant gift relationships and leveraging community foundations to access this growing funding source.

    ABOUT THE GUEST:

    Ted Hart is a global thought leader in philanthropy and the author of The DAF Revolution: Making a Difference in Our Modern World. With over three decades of nonprofit leadership, he served as CEO of CAF America and CAF Canada, overseeing $4.6 billion in charitable grants to organizations in over 135 countries.

    Through TEDHART.COM LLC, Ted advises foundations, corporations, and nonprofits on donor-advised funds, cross-border philanthropy, and ethical fundraising. He hosts The Nonprofit Coach and Everything DAF! podcast, the longest-running program in the nonprofit sector.

    Ted Hart - Website

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    Ted Hart - LinkedIn

    Ted Hart: Books - Amazon

    RESOURCES MENTIONED:

    For Profit Law Group - Website

    Nonprofit Counsel - Website

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    25 min
  • From Survival to Service: Resilience in Nonprofit Fundraising with Ken Miller

    From Survival to Service: Resilience in Nonprofit Fundraising with Ken Miller
    Jan 6 2026

    Nonprofit fundraising expert Ken Miller joins May Harris on The Nonprofit Counsel Podcast to share transformative insights on building sustainable development programs and organizational resilience. Ken, founder and CEO of Denali FSP, brings a unique perspective shaped by his journey from homelessness to becoming a Certified Fund-Raising Executive. He reveals how to start a nonprofit fundraising program by understanding your "why" and reframing donor asks as invitations rather than requests. Ken emphasizes that effective fundraising professionals give donors opportunities to feel good about their contributions. The conversation explores storytelling in fundraising, preparing for setbacks, and navigating nonprofit life cycles with acceptance rather than shame.

    What You'll Learn in This Episode:

    How to overcome fear in nonprofit fundraising by understanding your personal why and viewing donor asks as invitations to join a meaningful mission rather than uncomfortable requests for money.

    Essential steps for nonprofit founders, including legal compliance requirements, avoiding board governance conflicts of interest, understanding nonprofit finance basics like P&L statements and budgets, and joining the Association of Fundraising Professionals for support.

    Why shallow engagement through social media fails compared to deep storytelling in fundraising that creates emotional connections, paints pictures of future impact, and builds lasting community through the power of "we."

    Subscribe to The Nonprofit Counsel Podcast and stay ahead on the legal and strategic insights that help nonprofits thrive. Join the conversation and empower your mission with expert guidance every episode.

    TIMESTAMPS:

    00:00 Ken shares his journey from addiction and homelessness to a nonprofit fundraising leader and his entry into development director work at Bean's Cafe soup kitchen

    04:46 Understanding your why as a fundraising professional and reframing the ask as giving donors opportunities to feel good about supporting causes they believe in

    14:41 Essential advice for nonprofit founders, including legal requirements, solicitation licenses, and avoiding board conflicts of interest

    20:57 Organizational resilience in facing known versus unknown setbacks and accepting truth when unexpected obstacles arise

    30:10 Resources for fundraisers of color and the importance of finding a mentor in the nonprofit sector

    KEY TAKEAWAYS:

    Successful nonprofit fundraising requires understanding your personal why and recognizing that you're not taking from donors—you're allowing them to feel good about supporting something they believe in, which removes fear from the solicitation process.

    Nonprofit founders must establish a solid legal foundation, including articles of incorporation, solicitation licenses, and proper board governance that avoids conflicts of interest, ensuring founders never serve on boards that set their own salaries.

    Organizational resilience means preparing for known setbacks and accepting the truth about unknown ones—not all problems are solvable, and sometimes the only solution is to face the facts and move forward, not let emotions drive you.

    ABOUT THE GUEST:

    Ken Miller is an author, speaker, and the founder of Denali FSP, a consulting firm dedicated to helping organizations achieve sustainable funding. His book, Becoming Ken: One Black Man's Journey from Ivy League to Prison and Back Again, chronicles his powerful story of resilience, redemption, and authenticity. Through his keynotes and programs like "From Rock Bottom to Resilience," Ken inspires audiences to embrace truth, face adversity, and make meaningful life choices.

    Ken Miller - LinkedIn

    Denali FSP - Website

    Men of Color in Development - Website

    AADO - Website

    Association of Fundraisers - Website

    For Profit Law Group - Website

    Nonprofit Counsel - Website

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    34 min
  • How to Effectively Mobilize Your Nonprofit Volunteers with Rachael Orose

    How to Effectively Mobilize Your Nonprofit Volunteers with Rachael Orose
    Dec 16 2025
    Nonprofit volunteer management transforms how organizations create community impact. In this episode of The Nonprofit Counsel Podcast, host May Harris interviews Rachael Orose, Executive Director of Words Alive, about mobilizing 800+ volunteers annually for her San Diego literacy program. Rachael reveals strategies for meaningful volunteer recruitment, integrating volunteerism with philanthropy, and building a strong nonprofit board of directors from your existing volunteer base. Discover proven approaches to community engagement, creating clearly defined volunteer roles, and building mission-aligned board development processes that support nonprofit leadership during challenging times. What You'll Learn in This Episode: How to implement effective nonprofit volunteer management systems that create meaningful service opportunities and prevent volunteer burnout through clearly defined role descriptions Strategies for successful volunteer recruitment and retention by leveraging your existing volunteer base and creating pathways from volunteerism to philanthropic engagement The secret to building a strong, mission-aligned board of directors by recruiting from your volunteer community and fostering educational nonprofits' best practices Ways to navigate nonprofit strategy challenges during shifting philanthropic landscapes while centering joy and social impact in your mission-driven organization Subscribe to The Nonprofit Counsel Podcast and stay ahead on the legal and strategic insights that help nonprofits thrive. Join the conversation and empower your mission with expert guidance every episode. TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Rachael shares her journey into the nonprofit sector and discusses nonprofit volunteer management and San Diego's literacy crisis 06:27 Building a volunteer base: How Words Alive mobilizes 800+ volunteers through meaningful community engagement and narrow role descriptions 10:29 Integrating volunteer recruitment with philanthropic engagement and equipping volunteers to experience the impact of their efforts 16:16 Nonprofit leadership challenges: Navigating shifting philanthropic landscapes and maintaining social sector stability during resource constraints 21:21 Board development strategies: Recruiting mission-aligned directors from existing volunteer pools and fostering nonprofit board effectiveness 28:54 Keeping the work joyful is key to a successful nonprofit KEY TAKEAWAYS: Volunteer management success requires creating narrowly scoped, meaningful roles with written descriptions that directly tie to your mission—avoiding burnout while showing volunteers the clear path their work creates to change lives Two-thirds of Words Alive's board of directors came from existing volunteer roles, proving that recruiting from your engaged volunteer base creates mission-aligned nonprofit leadership with deep organizational understanding Literacy programs can solve San Diego's crisis, where half of the children don't read at grade level, but the solution requires love, time, and one-on-one reading programs with caring adults building children's literacy skills Successful nonprofit strategy integrates volunteer coordination with donor cultivation—when volunteers also become donors, it creates deeper philanthropic engagement and a more substantial commitment to your mission ABOUT THE GUEST: Rachael is a social sector leader with over 25 years of experience in community collaboration, social entrepreneurship, and strengthening low-income communities. She has coordinated the distribution of more than 20 million books and educational resources valued at over $100 million to children from low-income families, including developing an innovative model that empowers high school vocational programs to serve as national distribution points. As Executive Director of Words Alive, a San Diego-based nonprofit, she leads a team that mobilizes 900+ volunteers annually to connect more than 5,000 children, teens, and families to the power of reading. Originally from Michigan, Rachael is also a mom, avid traveler, reader, two-time cancer survivor, and National Parks enthusiast who now lives in San Diego with her family. Rachael Orose - Executive Director at Words Alive | LinkedIn Words Alive - Website For Profit Law Group - Website Nonprofit Counsel - Website Nonprofit Counsel - Instagram Nonprofit Counsel - LinkedIn
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    30 min
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