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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Nonprofit fundraising transparency with Pooya Pourak
In episode 93 of Nonprofit Mission: Impact, Carol and Pooya Pourak discuss the importance of transparent, impact-centric fundraising, the use of technology for efficiency, and the necessity of fair compensation for nonprofit employees.
Three stages of nonprofit leadership with Patton McDowell
In episode 92 of Nonprofit Mission: Impact, Carol and Patton McDowell explore the multi-generational nonprofit workforce, discussing the unique hurdles and opportunities that come with each stage of a non-profit career.
AI and Nonprofits with George Weiner
In episode 91 of Nonprofit Mission: Impact, Carol and George Weiner discuss the intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and the nonprofit sector.
Five steps to successful nonprofit strategic planning with Carol Hamilton
In episode 90 of Nonprofit Mission: Impact, Carol discusses nonprofit strategic planning, detailing what it encompasses and what it doesn't. She outlines the five essential steps involved in a comprehensive strategic planning process and shares key strategies to ensure that the plan is actionable and remains relevant over time.
Don't skip Gen X for nonprofit leadership with Miguel Guadalupe
In episode 89 of Nonprofit Mission: Impact, Carol and Miguel Guadalupe discuss issues of generational engagement in nonprofit leadership, highlighting the frequent oversight of Generation X and stressing the unique adaptability and valuable perspective that this generation brings to the table.
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[Re-release] Building a ladder of engagement with Lisa Hazirjian
In episode 88 or Nonprofit Mission: Impact Carol interviews Lisa Hazirjian, a historian turned advocate, as they delve into Lisa’s unexpected journey from academia to the forefront of nonprofit advocacy.
Reimagining the nonprofit workplace for remote/hybrid with June Jimenez
In episode 87 of Nonprofit Mission: Impact, Carol and June Jimenez discuss adapting to remote work in nonprofits, offering strategies for effective practice and addressing challenges in returning to physical offices.
Building cultural competence for nonprofit leaders with Danielle Marshall
In episode 86 of Nonprofit Mission: Impact, Carol and Danielle Marshall discuss cultural competence and humility. They offer strategies for nonprofit leaders to improve cultural understanding and create inclusive environments, making it a valuable resource for enhancing organizational cultural competence.
Building equitable compensation frameworks for nonprofits with Mala Nagarajan
In episode 85 of Nonprofit Mission: Impact, Carol and Mala Nagarajan discuss organizational development, compensation structures, and critical discussions within nonprofit organizations.
Identifying the skills your team needs to bring your nonprofit strategic plan to life with Heather Burright
In episode 84 of Nonprofit Mission: Impact, Carol and Heather Burright discuss how nonprofit strategic planning, implementation and staff and volunteer skills development all fit together.
Finding the right CRM for your nonprofit organization with Alexander Lapa
In episode 83 of Nonprofit Mission: Impact, Carol and Alexander Lapa delve into the benefits of using a Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system like Salesforce for nonprofits.
Burnout in the nonprofit sector with Danielle Marshall
In episode 82 of Nonprofit Mission: Impact, Danielle Marshall and Carol Hamilton have another ‘learning out loud’ conversation where we delve into the evolving landscape of nonprofit work, focusing on themes such as burnout, redefining success, and well-being.
Being a co-leader with your nonprofit's board with Mary Hiland
In episode 81 of Nonprofit Mission: Impact, Carol and Mary Hiland discuss the challenges and strategies of nonprofit executive directors working with their boards.
Celebrating several nonprofits in my life with Carol Hamilton
In episode 80 of Nonprofit Mission: Impact, Carol goes solo to celebrate several of the nonprofits that support and enrich her life.
Unpacking the nonprofit overhead myth with Susan Kahan
In episode 79 of Nonprofit: Mission Impact, Carol and Susan Kahan discuss the importance of donor trust and nonprofit accountability.
Renegotiating our relationship with mission-driven work with Carol Hamilton
In episode 78 of Nonprofit Mission: Impact, Carol marks the podcast's 3rd anniversary by discussing the shadow side of pursuing your passion, especially in the nonprofit sector.
The nitty gritty of nonprofit fundraising with Devon Lawrence
In episode 77 of Nonprofit Mission: Impact, Carol and Devon Lawrence explore how systems can enhance fundraising efforts, the importance of making donors feel appreciated, and the impact of small gestures on donor retention and success.
Getting clear on your theory of change with Erin Allgood
In episode 76 of Nonprofit Mission: Impact, Carol Hamilton and Erin Allgood explore nonprofit theories of change, highlighting their distinction from logic models. They discuss how a theory of change aids decision-making among various options and reassure listeners that they are not alone in addressing challenges.
Confronting generational conflicts in nonprofits with Carol Hamilton and Danielle Marshall
In episode 75 of Nonprofit Mission: Impact, Carol Hamilton and Danielle Marshall explore the narratives we create about one another, the generational mismatches in expectations faced by nonprofits, and how a reflexive anti-leadership attitude from frontline staff overlooks the complexities and realities that nonprofit leaders encounter.
Nonprofit Change Initiatives that Stick with Veronica LaFemina
In episode 74 of Nonprofit Mission: Impact, Carol and guest Veronica LaFemina discuss why large change initiatives in nonprofits frequently fail. They emphasize that simply having a roadmap from point A to B is often inadequate.