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EPISODE · May 29, 2026 · 11 MIN

MERGE OR PURGE

from Philanthropy N The Black · host Celly Cel

Not every nonprofit is meant to last forever.When organizations face declining revenue, shrinking donor bases, mission drift, leadership instability, or increasing competition, leaders are often forced to ask a difficult question:Should we merge... or should we close?In this episode of Philanthropy N The Black, we break down the realities of nonprofit mergers, acquisitions, partnerships, and dissolutions. We explore why some organizations successfully combine forces to strengthen their impact, while others continue operating long after their mission, finances, or community support have faded.We'll discuss:✅ Warning signs your organization may need a merger✅ When dissolution may be the most responsible option✅ Why ego often gets in the way of sustainability✅ Success and failure stories from the nonprofit sector✅ Practical steps boards and executives can take before it's too lateBecause sometimes survival isn't about standing alone. Sometimes it's about knowing when to evolve.🎙️ Listen now and join the conversation.#PhilanthropyNTheBlack #MergeOrPurge #NonprofitLeadership #NonprofitLife #Fundraising #BoardGovernance #MissionDriven #NonprofitManagement #CommunityImpactSupport the show

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Not every nonprofit is meant to last forever. When organizations face declining revenue, shrinking donor bases, mission drift, leadership instability, or increasing competition, leaders are often forced to ask a difficult question: Should we merge... or should we close? In this episode of Philanthropy N The Black, we break down the realities of nonprofit mergers, acquisitions, partnerships, and dissolutions. We explore why some organizations successfully combine forces to strengthen their imp...

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