Charla talks with Kathleen Reardon, Executive Director of the New Hampshire Center for Nonprofits. They discuss how the organization supports over 900 members, encompassing a diverse range of nonprofits from grassroots groups to large institutions. Reardon highlights their work in offering educational programs, policy advocacy, and events like New Hampshire Gives. The conversation details how nonprofits navigate financial challenges, state and federal policy impacts, and risks like funding cuts and executive orders. Reardon also emphasizes the importance of public support through volunteering and donations.
Topics
01:10 Overview of NH Center for Nonprofits
02:05 Advocacy and Policy Work
03:25 Diverse Membership of NH Nonprofits
04:43 Impact of Nonprofits in New Hampshire
07:13 Kathleen's Journey to Nonprofit Leadership
09:22 Current Challenges for Nonprofits
17:32 New Hampshire Gives: A Day of Giving
19:35 Charitable Gaming and Nonprofit Funding
23:09 Potential Risks and State Budget Concerns
26:14 Executive Orders and Federal Challenges
29:49 Resources and Support for NH Nonprofits
31:58 Conclusion and Final Thoughts