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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Leadership coaching for nonprofit leaders with Reva Patwardhan
In episode 53 of Nonprofit Mission: Impact, Carol and guest Reva Patwardhan explore nonprofit leadership coaching, highlighting the significance of somatically grounded and trauma-informed approaches.

Building nonprofit websites that work with David Pisarek
In episode 52 of Nonprofit Mission: Impact, Carol and guest David Pisarek explore effective strategies for leveraging your nonprofit's website to drive growth.

Coaching visionary nonprofit leaders with Thomas Anderson
In episode 51 of Nonprofit Mission: Impact, Carol and her guest, Thomas Anderson, explore the following topics: the approach to vision development for nonprofit organizations, the increasing collaboration with founders, and the significance of monitoring weak signals that may affect the future of nonprofits.

Why more money and more staff isn't always the answer for your nonprofit organization
In episode 50 of Nonprofit Mission: Impact, Carol discusses that adding more staff and funding isn't always the solution to a nonprofit's challenges. She highlights common misconceptions surrounding growth, emphasizing that it doesn't guarantee relief from overwork and overcommitment.

Creating corporate sponsorships of value for your nonprofit with Lewis Flax
In episode 49 of Nonprofit Mission: Impact, Carol and guest Lewis Flax discuss how to construct corporate sponsorships that effectively serve nonprofit organizations.

Getting comfortable with your nonprofit finances with Chyla Graham
In episode 48 of Nonprofit Mission: Impact, Carol and guest Chyla Graham delve into the importance of understanding context in nonprofit finances, exploring how to align financial goals with organizational objectives.

Social media myths with Julia Campbell
In episode 47 of Nonprofit Mission: Impact, Carol and her guest Julia Campbell discuss how to effectively incorporate social media into marketing strategies. They address common misconceptions that organizations have about social media and emphasize the importance of prioritizing owned marketing assets.

Generous social impact leadership with Carolyn Mozell
In episode 46 of Nonprofit Mission: Impact, Carol and guest Carolyn Mozell discuss the significance of nonprofit leaders and staff concentrating on their sphere of influence. They explore how to balance compassion, empathy, and accountability while highlighting the critical role of personal self-care in sustaining a healthy nonprofit organization.

Authentic marketing for your nonprofit with Stu Swineford
In episode 45 of Nonprofit Mission: Impact, Carol and her guest, Stu Swineford, discuss how nonprofits can enhance their marketing effectiveness by engaging with their audience in relevant spaces, rather than expecting them to come to the organization.

Creating pathways for POC youth in STEM with Dr. Gia Grier McGinnis
In episode 44, the final part of the Culture Fit project that Carol recorded with her son-in-law Peter Cruz, Carol, her cohost Peter Cruz, and their guest Dr. Gia Grier McGinnis discuss the importance of representation to help BIPOC youth see possibilities.

Hop on the nonprofit podcast bandwagon with Travis Johnson
In episode 43 of Nonprofit Mission: Impact, Carol and her guest, Travis Johnson, explore the benefits of maintaining a nonprofit podcast.

Building shared nonprofit governance with Marla Bobowick
In Episode 42 of Nonprofit Mission: Impact, Carol and her guest, Marla Bobowick, discuss major misconceptions about nonprofit boards and governance, the importance of shifting to shared leadership between nonprofit staff and boards, and the necessity for boards to focus on future goals rather than solely reflecting on past achievements.

The pressure of being the only in a group with Damary Bonilla-Rodriguez
Episode 41 of the Culture Fit project features Carol and her cohost Peter Cruz in conversation with Damary Bonilla. They explore the challenges faced by individuals who are often the sole person of color in a group, examining the emotional toll it takes.

Transformational organizational culture change with Terrill Thompson and Monique Meadows
In episode 40 of Nonprofit Mission: Impact, Carol is joined by guests Monique Meadows and Terrill Thompson to explore key aspects of organizational culture.

Equity and inclusion highlights in the nonprofit sector
In episode 39, Carol Hamilton looks back at the last year and a half of Nonprofit Mission: Impact.

An Invitation to do Less with Carol Hamilton
βIn this solo episode 38, Carol Hamilton discusses burnout in the nonprofit sector, what possible ways forward are, and how to stay engaged while prioritizing your own health.

Examining your narrative with Ariel Salome
In episode 37 of Nonprofit Mission: Impact Carol and her cohost Peter Cruz in conversation with guest Ariel Salome. They explore non-positional leadership, emphasizing that everyone can be a leader in their own way.

Conflict and Culture in Nonprofit Organizations with Anne Hilb
In episode 36 of Nonprofit Mission: Impact, Carol and her guest, Anne Hilb, discuss strategies for nonprofits to effectively manage internal conflict.

Human Capital, DEI and Nonprofits with Nathaniel Benjamin
In episode 35 of Nonprofit Mission: Impact, hosts Carol and Peter Cruz, alongside guest Nathaniel Benjamin, delve into the intersection of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) with human capital management.

Strategic Messaging for your Nonprofit with Doug Spencer
In episode 34 of Nonprofit Mission: Impact, Carol and her guest Doug Spencer explored the essence of branding, discussing the barriers to achieving a unified message that resonates with all stakeholders.