What’s Holding Nonprofits Back with Woodrow Rosenbaum

There are many underlying issues that hinder the progress of nonprofits- but they may not be what you think! In this episode, we dispel some of the most pervasive, and destructive, myths and misconceptions that often cloud the path to success for nonprofits.

My guest, Woodrow Rosenbaum, Chief Data Officer for GivingTuesday, brings invaluable insights from the forefront of a global movement dedicated to driving giving and collective action.

Are the challenges nonprofits face merely obstacles, or do they reveal valuable insights into our collective accomplishments and shortcomings? We confront this question head-on, delving into the complexities of generosity and giving, dissecting the common traps nonprofits fall into, and addressing the hard truths that demand our attention.

Our goal is to help nonprofits navigate the difficult conversations and reflections necessary for meaningful change, laying the groundwork for transformative solutions.

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About Woodrow Rosenbaum

As Chief Data Officer for GivingTuesday, Woodrow has been instrumental in shaping the global generosity movement and has led ground-breaking research and analysis of individual giving behaviors. He leads the GivingTuesday Data Commons, bringing together a coalition of more than 1,000 collaborators coordinated through eight working groups as well as data teams in 50 countries to understand the drivers and impacts of generosity to inspire more giving of all types. Woodrow brings expertise in moving markets and transforming audiences from passive participants to active and vocal ambassadors. Woodrow is also the founder of With Intent Strategies, an international agency specializing in brand reimagination.

Woodrow is a member of the Generosity Commission Research Task Force, serves as a Co-Chair for Global Impact Canada's Board of Directors, and was previously a Fellow at the Belfer Center for Science and International Affairs at Harvard Kennedy School.

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