PODCAST
Beyond Philanthropy
A podcast about how we can move beyond traditional philanthropy
from co-hosts Monique Curry-Mims & Valerie Johnson.

S1 E9: End of Year giving
In this episode, Monique and Valerie sit down and talk about what organizations should focus on for year-end giving. From Giving Tuesday and campaigns to donor conversations and development budgets, learn some tips on how to end your year right.

S1 E8: PHLanthropy vs. everybody
In this episode, Monique and Valerie host a live taping as part of B.PHL and discuss a philanthropic take on "Philly VS. Everybody." From the current issues we face as a city to institutional practices that may hinder us, take a listen as they discuss how all stakeholders in our community can be philanthropists, and if Philly takes care of Philly, we have the ability to make a change.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

S1 Teaser: What is Philanthropy?
Check out this teaser and get to know Beyond Philanthropy hosts, Monique and Valerie.