Nonprofits Are Messy: Lessons in Leadership | Fundraising | Board Development | Communications
by Joan Garry
Is this your podcast?Joan Garry is a recognized nonprofit leader and the former Executive Director of GLAAD, known for her expertise in nonprofit management and communications. Through her work, she has become a prominent voice in the sector, providing guidance…
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Audience Interest
- nonprofit leadership strategies
- fundraising best practices
Podcast Focus
- nonprofit management advice
- leadership lessons
Publishing Consistency
- weekly episodes released
- active for ten years
Platform Reach
- available on major podcast platforms
- growing listener base
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Total monthly reach
Estimated from 8 chart positions in 8 markets.
By chart position
- 🇺🇸US · Non-Profit#9300K to 1M
- 🇨🇦CA · Non-Profit#11300K to 1M
- 🇦🇺AU · Non-Profit#1445K to 30K
- 🇰🇷KR · Non-Profit#1031K to 10K
- 🇵🇭PH · Non-Profit#730K to 100K
- Per-Episode Audience
Est. listeners per new episode within ~30 days
340K to 1.1M🎙 ~2x weekly·254 episodes·Last published 1mo ago - Monthly Reach
Unique listeners across all episodes (30 days)
679K to 2.3M🇺🇸44%🇨🇦44%🇵🇭4%+5 more - Active Followers
Loyal subscribers who consistently listen
204K to 684K284K real followers tracked across platforms
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On the show
From 15 epsHosts
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Recent episodes
Ep 257: Presence ≠ Power: What Nonprofit Leaders Need to Know with Rashad Robinson
Jul 18, 2026
50m 33s
Ep 256: What are Corporate Sponsors Really Looking for From Nonprofits? with Mariah Monique
Jun 20, 2026
25m 41s
Ep 255: Managing Across Generations: What Nonprofit Leaders Need to Know with Jason Burlingame
Jun 8, 2026
25m 41s
Ep 254: Building Belonging When DEI Feels Like a Four-Letter Word with Dr Kiki Ramsey
May 23, 2026
25m 41s
Ep 253: Still Figuring It Out: An Honest Take on People Pleasing and Leadership
May 9, 2026
25m 41s
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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7/18/26 | nonprofit leadershipsocial change+3 | Rashad Robinson | — | — | nonprofitsleadership+3 | — | 50m 33s | ||
| 6/20/26 | corporate sponsorshipnonprofit partnerships+3 | Mariah Monique | — | — | corporate sponsorsnonprofits+3 | — | 25m 41s | ||
| 6/8/26 | generational managementleadership challenges+3 | Jason Burlingame | — | — | generationsleadership+3 | — | 25m 41s | ||
| 5/23/26 | DEInonprofit leadership+3 | Dr. Kiki Ramsey | Positive Psychology Coaching and Diversity Institute | — | DEInonprofits+3 | — | 25m 41s | ||
| 5/9/26 | leadershippeople pleasing+3 | Glennda Testone | — | — | people pleasingleadership+3 | — | 25m 41s | ||
| 4/25/26 | CRMnonprofit management+3 | Julia Gackenbach | DonorPerfect | — | CRMnonprofit+5 | — | 47m 25s | ||
| 4/11/26 | nonprofit sectorphilanthropy+3 | Vu Le | Reimagining Nonprofits and Philanthropy | — | nonprofitsphilanthropy+5 | — | 51m 02s | ||
| 3/28/26 | leadershipcommunity action+3 | Emilia Gonzalez Avalos | Unidos Minnesota | Minneapolis | Minneapolisnonprofit+5 | — | 58m 50s | ||
| 3/14/26 | financial resiliencenonprofit strategy+3 | Bethany Maki | Progressive Multipliers | — | financial resiliencenonprofit+3 | — | 44m 37s | ||
| 3/2/26 | strategic planningnonprofits+3 | Sophia ShawAdam Wolford | PlanPerfect | — | strategic planningnonprofits+3 | — | 51m 37s | ||
| 2/14/26 | fundraisingvolunteer engagement+3 | Eileen Opatut | — | — | major donorfundraising+3 | — | 52m 46s | ||
| 1/31/26 | leadership developmentnonprofit management+3 | — | — | — | nonprofit leadersleadership matters+3 | — | 20m 20s | ||
| 1/17/26 | leadershipnonprofit management+5 | Glennda | — | — | nonprofit leadershipadaptive leadership+5 | — | 42m 30s | ||
| 1/3/26 | board chairCEO relationship+3 | Bonnie BarczykowskiNoorain Khan | Girl Scouts of the USA | — | nonprofitleadership+5 | — | 46m 59s | ||
| 12/20/25 | leadershipcommunity organizing+3 | Darlene Nipper | Rockwood Leadership Institute | — | leadership2025+6 | — | 48m 45s |
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About the show, platforms, and key insights.
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About the show, platforms, and key insights.
Joan Garry is a recognized nonprofit leader and the former Executive Director of GLAAD, known for her expertise in nonprofit management and communications. Through her work, she has become a prominent voice in the sector, providing guidance to nonprofit executives and board members. The podcast "Nonprofits Are Messy" uniquely addresses the complexities of nonprofit leadership, fundraising, and board development. With a focus on practical advice and real-world challenges, it features candid discussions and interviews that illuminate the intricacies of running a nonprofit organization. The format encourages open dialogue, making it relatable and informative for listeners. The show appeals primarily to nonprofit leaders, board members, and fundraisers, offering valuable insights into effective management and communication strategies. By sharing lessons learned and best practices, listeners gain tools and inspiration to navigate the messy realities of the nonprofit world, enhancing their leadership capabilities and organizational impact.
By the numbers
- Total followers: 284K
- Total plays: 21M
- Total reviews: 324
Platforms
TuneIn
- Followers: 48
Castbox
- Followers: 7.5K
- Plays: 50K
- Reviews: 7
YouTube
- Subscribers: 276K
- Views: 21M
- Videos: 197K
Podcast App
- Followers: 323
- Reviews: 317
Podcast Republic
- Followers: 16
Audience
adults, family, professionals
Key insights
What the show covers
- nonprofit management advice
- leadership lessons
- fundraising strategies
- board governance discussions
Audience interests
- nonprofit leadership strategies
- fundraising best practices
- board development insights
- effective communication techniques
Platform reach
- available on major podcast platforms
- growing listener base
- targeted towards nonprofit professionals
- engagement with nonprofit community
Publishing consistency
- weekly episodes released
- active for ten years
- total of 254 episodes
- consistent content delivery
Chart history for Nonprofits Are Messy: Lessons in Leadership | Fundraising | Board Development | Communications
Peaked at #7 in PH, top 10 in 2 of 8 tracked markets, currently #7 in PH.
| Market | Genre | Peak | Current | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PH | — | #7 | #7 | — |
| United States | — | #9 | #9 | — |
| Canada | — | #11 | #11 | — |
| TH | — | #15 | #15 | — |
| SG | — | #50 | #50 | — |
| New Zealand | — | #96 | #96 | — |
| South Korea | — | #103 | #103 | — |
| Australia | — | #144 | #144 | — |
Chart Positions
8 placements across 8 markets.
Chart Positions
8 placements across 8 markets.