Earn Your Leisure

In this enlightening clip of EYL, hosts Rashad Bilal and guest Jonathan Alvarez engage in an in-depth conversation with Jonathan Alvarez about the often misunderstood world of nonprofit organizations. Alvarez, the CEO of his own nonprofit, offers valuable insights into the operational complexities and funding strategies that keep nonprofits effective and impactful.Jonathan Alvarez dispels common myths about nonprofits and explains how they can still operate like businesses even though their main goal isn't profit generation. He discusses the challenges faced by nonprofits, including funding diversification and the reliance on various sources like government grants, private donations, and crowdfunding. Further into the conversation, Alvarez provides a detailed account of his own experiences running a nonprofit from its infancy—highlighting his early struggles, strategies for sustainable growth, and the critical role of the board of directors. He also emphasizes the importance of mission alignment over mere