Navigating Hiring Challenges and Finding Top Talent in 2025 with Maria & Caitlin

 

Hiring in the nonprofit sector is harder than ever in 2025. With stagnant salaries, limited remote work options, and increased competition for talent, many organizations are struggling to fill positions and retain staff. In this episode of The Small Nonprofit Podcast, Maria and Caitlin explore the key challenges nonprofits are facing and share actionable strategies to help you build a strong and motivated team. 

They cover why salary transparency is essential, how to support your employees beyond pay, and ways to streamline your hiring process to avoid common pitfalls. If you’re struggling with hiring or retention, this episode is a must-listen! 

Why Is Hiring So Tough in 2025? – Episode Highlights: 

  • Why pay gaps and lack of transparency are pushing talent away. 

  • Why reducing remote options is a major dealbreaker for candidates. 

  • Understanding why fundraisers are leaving for higher pay and better support. 

  • How a long, disorganized hiring process can cost you top talent. 

  • From salary transparency to fractional hires, explore new ways to hire and retain staff. 

 

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Actionable tips for nonprofits: 

  • Post salary ranges

  • Offer competitive benefits

  • Speed up your hiring process

  • Retain before you replace

  • Think beyond full-time hires

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Maria

Maria leads the Further Together team. Maria came to Canada as a refugee at an early age. After being assisted by many charities, Maria devoted herself to working in non-profit.

Maria has over a decade of fundraising experience. She is a sought-after speaker on issues related to innovative stewardship, building relationships, and Community-Centric Fundraising. She has spoken at AFP ICON and Congress, for Imagine Canada, APRA, Xlerate, MNA, and more. She has been published nationally, and was a finalist for the national 2022 Charity Village Best Individual Fundraiser Award. Maria also hosts The Small Nonprofit podcast and sits on the Board of Living Wage Canada.

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