PODCAST

Beyond Philanthropy

A podcast about how we can move beyond traditional philanthropy

from co-hosts Monique Curry-Mims & Valerie Johnson.

S1 E7: Being Authentic in your DEI
Valerie Johnson Valerie Johnson

S1 E7: Being Authentic in your DEI

In this episode, Monique and Valerie sit down with Dwayne Wharton, Founder and Senior Advisor of Just Strategies. From learning how to have difficult conversations to authenticity and the idea that not everyone feels they can be their true selves at work, this episode delves into what it takes for an organization and its stakeholders to truly be authentic in their DEI journey.

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S1 E6: Stakeholder Engagement
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S1 E6: Stakeholder Engagement

In this episode, Monique and Valerie explore the nonprofit-stakeholder relationship, with a focus on those who receive services. Historically, this stakeholder group hasn't been given equal footing at most organizations. Monique and Valerie discuss options for building a more inclusive relationship with those served by your organization and examples of how this is done - both poorly, and very well.

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S1 E5: To CFRE or not to CFRE
Valerie Johnson Valerie Johnson

S1 E5: To CFRE or not to CFRE

In this episode, Monique and Valerie sit down with Erin Morton | Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals Senior Director, Development & Strategic Partnerships, Philadelphia Collaborative for Health Equity to discuss all things CFRE. Valerie who is certified, Monique who chooses not to be, and Erin who was on the fence, discuss the pros and cons of the process, purpose, and future hopes of the CFRE.

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S1 E4: Board Management
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S1 E4: Board Management

In this episode, Monique and Valerie sit down to discuss the ins and outs of Board Management. From fundraising to member engagement, take a listen to their thoughts and experiences on Board Management.

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S1 E3: Special Events
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S1 E3: Special Events

In this episode, Monique and Valerie sit down to discuss the good, the bad, and the ugly of Special Events. Take a listen to their thoughts and experiences on how events should not exploit but evolve.

What are your thoughts? Drop us a message above and be part of the conversation.

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S1 E2: The Role of a Fundraiser
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S1 E2: The Role of a Fundraiser

In this episode Monique and Valerie sit down to discuss what the role of a Fundraiser has been and what it should be in order to impact the sector and our communities for the better.

What do you think the role of a Fundraiser should be? Drop us a message above and be part of the conversation.

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S1 E1: How did you get into philanthropy?
Valerie Johnson Valerie Johnson

S1 E1: How did you get into philanthropy?

To kick-off Beyond Philanthropy, Monique and Valerie sit down to discuss how they began their journeys into the world of Philanthropy and after a decade-plus of experience, what they feel needs to change in the sector for the better.

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