The Nonprofit Insider Podcast
by Swim Karim
Welcome to The Nonprofit Insider Podcast with your host Swim Karim.
Podcast episodes
Season 1
Nonprofit Insider Uncut: The Met Gala
The Met Gala is one of the most star studded events in the world. In 2023, the annual fashion event raised $22 million for the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute. This year's event is projected to raise $25 million. And when you have a fundraising event this big it can have many ripple effects for the nonprofit world. In today’s episode host Swim Karim takes a look at what is formerly known as The Costume Institute Gala and why this invite-only event (that costs $75,000 to attend) represents one of the many ways nonprofits continue to be in every fabric of American life, influence, money, and power. Be sure to subscribe on Spotify or Apple podcasts. If you're anything like me you like a nice cup of tea to start and finish your day in the nonprofit world. That's why host Swim Karim goes to ArtofTea.com for all his tea needs. Visit Art of Tea for 10% off your next purchase of tea and tea accessories today, right here: https://artoftea.go2cloud.org/SHC
World Central Kitchen, The NRA, Pretty Boys Are Poisonous
3 weeks ago World Central Kitchen jumped to the top of many headlines after 7 humanitarian workers died doing aid delivery. In today's episode, Swim Karim, talks about the meteorite rise of WCK and why nonprofits will continue to be at the forefront of major geo-politic activities. Plus, Swim jumps back into the trial of the NRA and Wayne LaPierre. With the NRA and the former CEO being found liable are there any nonprofit organizations that are in a prime position to overtake the NRA as the top firearms group? Yes, and one is a 501(c)4 while the other is a 501(c)6. Finally, in today's Rapid Fire Books section we review the book "Pretty Boys are Poisonous: Poems" by Megan Fox. If you're anything like me you like a nice cup of tea to start and finish your day in the nonprofit world. That's why host Swim Karim goes to ArtofTea.com for all his tea needs. Visit Art of Tea for 10% off your next purchase of tea and tea accessories today, right here: https://artoftea.go2cloud.org/SHC
Nonprofit Insider Uncut: Nonprofit Waste (Money, Time, Resources, Knowledge)
Imagine your nonprofit's executive director is having an affair. The affair becomes so well known that the mistress's husband finds out and pays a visit to your nonprofit's headquarters. To ensure the safety of your staff your organization has to hire a security guard for 6 continuous weeks at $2,000 a week. It might sounds crazy but's this is a true story. From hiring poor talent, to wasting days waiting for a signature nonprofit waste is a real thing. In today’s episode host Swim Karim takes a look at the four main areas of waste he's seen in the nonprofit space. And while you can be the most buttoned-up organization you can still experience more waste than you would like because the nonprofit world, really is a people-based operation. Be sure to subscribe on Spotify or Apple podcasts. If you're anything like me you like a nice cup of tea to start and finish your day in the nonprofit world. That's why host Swim Karim goes to ArtofTea.com for all his tea needs. Visit Art of Tea for 10% off your next purchase of tea and tea accessories today, right here: https://artoftea.go2cloud.org/SHC
Nonprofit Spotlight: Learner's Chess Academy, w/Founding Principal Victor Lopez
Join host Swim Karim as we delve into the world of Learner's Chess Academy with none other than its visionary leader, Victor Lopez. Learner's Chess, based in Albuquerque, New Mexico is more than just a nonprofit organization—it's a community hub where the game of chess becomes a powerful tool for education and empowerment. Tune in as we explore Victor's journey, from his earliest encounters with the game to his role as Executive Director, driving Learner's Chess forward with passion and purpose. Discover how Learner's Chess is fostering critical skills like problem-solving, strategic thinking, and resilience among learners of all ages and backgrounds. Oh, and Victor shares a #NonprofitHorrorStory and let's just say, it involves the use of...Crown Royal Bags??? This is one episode you are not going to want to miss. Be sure to visit Learners Chess academy on Instagram at @Learners_Chess and visit their website at www.LearnersChess.org to learn more about their mission, programs, and how you can get involved in shaping a brighter future through the game of chess. Be sure to subscribe on Spotify or Apple podcasts.
Colleges Have A Donation Problem, Rapid Fire Books Review: "Decolonizing Wealth" by Edgar Villanueva
Colleges Have A Donation Problem, Rapid Fire Books Review: "Decolonizing Wealth" by Edgar Villanueva
Colleges have a donation problem. Between poor alumni giving, continued tuition increases and being at the center of several culture wars colleges and universities are facing tough decisions. In today's episode, host Swim Karim explores some of the various potholes on what was once a smooth road for college across the country. And in today's Rapid Fire Books segment, we take a look at the book Decolonizing Wealth, indigenous wisdom to heal divides and restore balance by author edgar villanueva. This book come out back out a little over 5 years but it continues to get better with age each and everyday. We will tell you why! PS: Be serve to check out the podcast ABQ Accent with host Mariah Harrison on Apple Spotify or YouTube. If you're anything like me you like a nice cup of tea to start and finish your day in the nonprofit world. That's why host Swim Karim goes to ArtofTea.com for all his tea needs. Visit Art of Tea for 10% off your next purchase of tea and tea accessories today, right here: https://artoftea.go2cloud.org/SHC