The ABQ Accent | Ep 33 - Jean Block

Episode 33 of the The ABQ Accent podcast, hosted by City of Albuquerque - Office of Civic Engagement, titled "The ABQ Accent | Ep 33 - Jean Block" was published on August 6, 2025 and runs 31 minutes.

August 6, 2025 ·31m · The ABQ Accent

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Summary

Jean Block, Nonprofit Consultant Extraordinaire Jean Block has 55 years of experience in leadership and training within the national nonprofit sector.What’s more – she’s been FUNdraising since she was 13, has published nine books and manuals, and doesn’t walk away from challenging work. Jean’s career has largely focused on supporting nonprofits through transition, be it evolving into social ventures to ensure their independence, or developing boards into high-functioning teams.Though recently retired and tending to a robust garden, Jean continues to volunteer and support her greater community, inspiring many people to continue moving toward their purpose. In this episode, Jean shares about why we should be putting our energy where our hearts are, how nonprofits have an opportunity to change the game, and, I think, why we should be following her lead. Check Amazon for her publications:The Nonprofit Guide to Social Enterprise: Show Me The (Unrestricted) Money!The Invisible Yellow Line: Clarifying Board and Staff RolesFUNdraising!! 180+ Great Ideas to Raise More Money

Episode Description

Jean Block, Nonprofit Consultant Extraordinaire

Jean Block has 55 years of experience in leadership and training within the national nonprofit sector.

What’s more – she’s been FUNdraising since she was 13, has published nine books and manuals, and doesn’t walk away from challenging work. Jean’s career has largely focused on supporting nonprofits through transition, be it evolving into social ventures to ensure their independence, or developing boards into high-functioning teams.

Though recently retired and tending to a robust garden, Jean continues to volunteer and support her greater community, inspiring many people to continue moving toward their purpose. In this episode, Jean shares about why we should be putting our energy where our hearts are, how nonprofits have an opportunity to change the game, and, I think, why we should be following her lead.

Check Amazon for her publications:

The Nonprofit Guide to Social Enterprise: Show Me The (Unrestricted) Money!

The Invisible Yellow Line: Clarifying Board and Staff Roles

FUNdraising!! 180+ Great Ideas to Raise More Money