Nonprofit Utopia
Latest Episodes
The Benefits of Being Railroaded
Rev. John Ellis talks about his experience working to advocate for a community benefits agreement between Norfolk Southern and Englewood stakeholders.
Benefiting Communities Through Mutual Agreement
Join Allegra Cira Fischer and Valerie F. Leonard in a lively discussion on community benefits agreements.
Navigating the Winds of Change: The Importance of Strategic Planning
Learn how to position your organization for sustainability in a changing environment.
Measuring Success: Nonprofit Program Evaluation
Join Valerie F. Leonard for a discussion of program evaluation; what it is and why it's important.
The Potential of Music Festivals to Build Community
Hear Alderman Michael Scott, Jr. and his wife, Natashee, talk about using arts and culture to spur community redevelopment.
Hitting the "Reset" Button for North Lawndale
Alderman Michael Scott, Jr. Rodney Brown, Dennis Deer and Valerie F. Leonard give a recap of the recent North Lawndale Community Planning Conference and discuss
Giving to Get: Investing in Nonprofit Success
Shelby Parchman, Director of Programs for Sunshine Enterprises, talks about the importance of investing in relationships and service
Giving to Get: Investing in Nonprofit Success
Shelby Parchman, Director of Programs for Sunshine Enterprises, talks about the importance of investing in relationships and service
NLEN PSA Learning to Play the Game
OS Owen discusses NLEN programs with working families, with a particular emphasis on formerly incarcerated individuals.
Legal Structures for Social Enterprise
Erica Spangler Raz discusses alternative legal structures for social enterprise.