Nonprofit Mission: Impact is the podcast for nonprofit leaders who want to build a better world without becoming a martyr to the cause.
Interviews of nonprofit experts explore how to make your organization more effective and innovative for greater mission impact.
Hosted by Carol Hamilton, principal, Grace Social Sector Consulting, nonprofit strategic planning and evaluation design consultant.
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Demystifying Government Grants for nonprofit leaders with Justine Krank
In episode 132 of Nonprofit Mission: Impact, Carol Hamilton and Justine Krank discuss the realities and nuances of pursuing US government grants for nonprofit organizations.
They discuss:
common misconceptions including that government grants equals federal grants
The challenges and compliance demands that come with government dollars.
How to decode complex RFPs -- the hidden requirements that can make or break an application, and
how to get an organization truly grant-ready — not just on paper, but with the capacity to manage the work.
why the human side of building relationships even in the often opaque government grant space is important
Beyond the Ask: Building nonprofit board champions with Michele Walls
In episode 125, of Nonprofit Mission: Impact, Carol Hamilton talks with Michele Walls. Michele shares her deep well of experience in nonprofit fundraising, communications, and strategic development. They explore:
the importance of thoughtful relationship-building, patience, and team collaboration in securing sustainable funding.
how fundraising is a team effort and a long game.
how to move from reactive panic to strategic action—even amid uncertainty and funding contractions.
Ethical video storytelling for nonprofits with Rachel Jellinek
In episode 121 of Nonprofit Mission: Impact, Carol Hamilton and Rachel Jellinek discuss the power of video storytelling for nonprofits. They talk about:
how nonprofits can use video effectively to connect with their audiences,
How to maintain ethical storytelling practices.
the importance of focusing on strengths rather than deficits, ensuring those sharing their stories have agency, and balancing emotional impact with authenticity.
The conversation also explores common mistakes nonprofits make when creating videos and best practices for incorporating video storytelling into their communications strategy.