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We Are For Good Podcast - The Podcast for Nonprofits

We Are For Good

669 episodes

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Meet Trish + Mitch 🤝 — Trish Davis, VP of Major Gifts + Planned Giving at Susan G. Komen, and Mitch Stein, Head of Strategy at Chariot. Together, they’re reshaping the future of charitable giving. Trish shares her inspiring path from military service to leading transformational fundraising initiatives at Susan G. Komen, while Mitch is on a mission to simplify donor-advised fund (DAF) giving and make it more accessible for nonprofits everywhere. And when their expertise comes together? You get...

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Meet Trish + Mitch 🤝 — Trish Davis, VP of Major Gifts + Planned Giving at Susan G. Komen, and Mitch Stein, Head of Strategy at Chariot. Together, they’re reshaping the future of charitable giving. Trish shares her inspiring path from military service to leading transformational fundraising initiatives at Susan G. Komen, while Mitch is on a mission to simplify donor-advised fund (DAF) giving and make it more accessible for nonprofits everywhere. And when their expertise comes together? You get...

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We Are For Good Podcast - The Podcast for Nonprofits

644. How One Org Raised $267,000 in Donor Advised Funds in Just One Day - Trish Davis and Mitch Stein

Meet Trish + Mitch 🤝 — Trish Davis, VP of Major Gifts + Planned Giving at Susan G. Komen, and Mitch Stein, Head of Strategy at Chariot. Together, they’re reshaping the future of charitable giving. Trish shares her inspiring path from military service to leading transformational fundraising initiatives at Susan G. Komen, while Mitch is on a mission to simplify donor-advised fund (DAF) giving and make it more accessible for nonprofits everywhere. And when their expertise comes together? You get...

4 days ago

36 minutes

We Are For Good Podcast - The Podcast for Nonprofits

643. How to Build a Volunteer-Centric Culture + Mobilize Your Volunteers - Jennifer Sirangelo, Points of Light

Meet Jennifer 🤝, the President + CEO of Points of Light. She’s leading the world’s largest organization dedicated to volunteer service—mobilizing nearly 4 million volunteers across 32 countries to create healthier, more equitable communities where everyone can thrive. In this episode, Jennifer shares her own story—from her early days as a volunteer to leadership roles with National 4-H Council, Boys & Girls Clubs of America, and now Points of Light. Along the way, she’s learned the power ...

6 days ago

43 minutes

We Are For Good Podcast - The Podcast for Nonprofits

642. How to Break Down Silos + Pilot Innovation in Your Nonprofit - Nelle Miller, All Faiths Food Bank

Meet Nelle 🤝, the President + CEO of All Faiths Food Bank. From her start as a board member to leading the largest hunger relief organization in Sarasota and DeSoto counties, Nelle’s journey is all about stepping up with heart, vision, and a deep commitment to community. In this episode, she shares the innovative ways her team is reimagining food access—from wellness markets to food-as-medicine initiatives 🌱. You’ll hear how breaking down silos, leaning into collaboration, and lifting up stor...

1 week ago

45 minutes

We Are For Good Podcast - The Podcast for Nonprofits

641. 7 Tips to Building a Thriving Volunteer Program - Nicole Stewart, Boston CASA

Meet Nicole 🤝, the Executive Director of Boston CASA, a nonprofit that trains and supports volunteers to serve as Court Appointed Special Advocates for children affected by abuse and neglect. With over 25 years in education and nonprofit leadership, Nicole has dedicated her career to improving the lives of vulnerable children and driving systemic change through equity and lived experience. Her journey, shaped by deep commitment and resilience, fuels Boston CASA’s mission to create lasting imp...

1 week ago

36 minutes

We Are For Good Podcast - The Podcast for Nonprofits

640. Policy, Funding, and Talent: 8 Nonprofit Trends Leaders Can’t Ignore - Stacy Palmer, The Chronicle of Philanthropy

Meet Stacy 🤝, the dynamic CEO of The Chronicle of Philanthropy and a true force for good in the nonprofit sector. In this episode, we explore Stacy's journey from a curious student journalist to a leader transforming the landscape of philanthropy. Stacy shares her insights on the future of fundraising, the impact of new generations of donors, and the game-changing potential of unrestricted giving. Her thoughts on curiosity and humor as leadership essentials will leave you inspired and r...

2 weeks ago

47 minutes

We Are For Good Podcast - The Podcast for Nonprofits

639. 5 Steps to Launch Campaigns That Scale: Lessons from BLM’s Black Play Matters - Cicley Gay

Meet Cicley 🤝 She’s the Board Chairwoman of the Black Lives Matter Global Network Foundation, where she’s shaping the future of racial justice and philanthropy with love, transparency, and community at the center. In this episode, Cicley takes us inside her journey from grassroots activism to leading a global movement. You’ll get the inside scoop on BLM’s 12th anniversary Black Play Matters campaign and why joy, play, and community are powerful tools for change. Join us as she breaks down her...

2 weeks ago

37 minutes

We Are For Good Podcast - The Podcast for Nonprofits

638. Leading Through Organizational Change: Practical Lessons for Nonprofit Leaders - Jesse Sanchez, The Neurodiversity Alliance

Meet Jesse 🤝 – the dynamic president of The Neurodiversity Alliance and a true champion for seeing the brilliance in every mind. From navigating ADHD and learning differences to finding his voice at UC Berkeley and leading with purpose in the tech world, Jesse’s story is one of resilience, passion, and possibility. He opens up about the mentors who lit the way, the power of belonging, and the movement that’s now reaching over 630 schools to uplift neurodivergent students across the nation. Th...

3 weeks ago

42 minutes

We Are For Good Podcast - The Podcast for Nonprofits

637. Building Movements, Not Campaigns: Agency, Belief + Community for Nonprofits - Eric Brown, Whiteboard

Meet Eric 🤝, Co-Founder of Whiteboard and a creative visionary helping purpose-driven brands change the world. From growing up in a log house in Georgia to partnering with changemakers worldwide, Eric’s story is rooted in belief, values, and community. His work spans digital branding, platform development, activation campaigns, and team training for clients like Purposity, Praxis Labs, Q Ideas, and Last Mile Health—earning recognition from The Webby Awards, Entrepreneur, AWWWARDS, Net Magazin...

3 weeks ago

33 minutes

We Are For Good Podcast - The Podcast for Nonprofits

636. Making a Movement: Empowering Action - Jon and Becky

We’ve reached the final chapter of our Making a Movement series, and we’re leaning all in on what it truly means to empower action. This episode is a celebration of the heartbeat behind every movement: community. You’ll hear the inspiring story of Hannah Lowe, a fearless mom on a mission who rallied her village to raise $2 million for her son’s life-changing treatment. It’s a powerful reminder that when a call to action is clear and authentic, it has the power to ignite a movement. We’r...

1 month ago

29 minutes

We Are For Good Podcast - The Podcast for Nonprofits

635. Making a Movement: Voice + Vision - Jon and Becky

Every movement starts with a message—but how do you make yours truly stick? In this reflective episode of Making a Movement: Voice + Vision, Jon and Becky revisit some of the most powerful voices from past conversations to explore the heart of messaging that moves people. It’s not just about what you say—it’s how you say it, who hears it, and whether it invites people to see themselves as part of something bigger. Featuring powerful moments and lessons from: ✨Rick Shadyac, former President an...

1 month ago

29 minutes

We Are For Good Podcast - The Podcast for Nonprofits

634. Making a Movement: Organize + Optimize - Jon and Becky

Movements don’t just happen—they’re built with intention, structure, and a whole lot of heart. In this episode of Making a Movement, Becky Endicott and Jon McCoy dive deep into what it really takes to turn mission into momentum. From designing systems that fuel impact to creating space for people to show up and thrive, this conversation is all about building movements that matter. You’ll hear the powerful stories of: Adam Garone, who helped launch Movember into a $1.5B global force for men’s ...

1 month ago

30 minutes

We Are For Good Podcast - The Podcast for Nonprofits

633. Making a Movement: Mobilize with Purpose - Jon and Becky

What turns a good idea into a movement? In this episode, Jon and Becky explore how purpose—when it’s clear, actionable, and rooted in emotion—becomes the driving force behind real change. You’ll hear how Scott Harrison rebuilt trust in giving through Charity: Water, how Sara Cunningham sparked a nationwide movement with Free Mom Hugs, and how Aidan Reilly and Ben Collier launched The Farmlink Project by picking up the phone. Through these stories, Jon and Becky share how to clarify your “why,...

1 month ago

28 minutes

We Are For Good Podcast - The Podcast for Nonprofits

632. Making a Movement: How Movements Begin - Spark, Belief + Generosity - Seth Godin

Meet Seth. 🤝 Bestselling author and movement maker Seth Godin joins us to share what it really takes to create meaningful change. From Purple Cow to The Song of Significance, Seth’s work has inspired generations to lead with heart, strategy, and courage. In this powerful conversation, he unpacks how to build movements through empathy, creativity, and bold action. You’ll learn why the smallest viable audience matters, how to navigate fear and perfectionism, and why doing work that might not wo...

2 months ago

37 minutes

We Are For Good Podcast - The Podcast for Nonprofits

631. Change Leadership, Critical Hope + Building Cultures We Don’t Have to Heal From - Lindsey Fuller, Jon McCoy and Becky Endicott

We’re closing out this series with a powerful conversation that redefines what leadership can look like. Lindsay Fuller of The Teaching Well joins us to explore how leading with courage starts right where you are—not with a title, but with intention. We unpack big ideas: hope as a daily practice, resilience as a rhythm, and policies that reflect lived experience—not just words on a page. Lindsay challenges us to rethink what tools truly sustain leadership—like rest, offboarding, and sabbatica...

2 months ago

44 minutes

We Are For Good Podcast - The Podcast for Nonprofits

630. From One Wish to a Movement: Disney & Make-A-Wish’s 45-Year Journey - Jamie Sandys + Tajiana Ancora-Brown

Meet Jamie & Tajiana. 🤝 What happens when Disney and Make-A-Wish team up? Pure magic. For 45 years, this powerhouse partnership has granted over 150,000 wishes—bringing joy, healing, and unforgettable moments to kids and families when they need it most. Enter Tajiana Ancora-Brown from Disney and Jamie Sandys from Make-A-Wish: two hearts leading with purpose and proof that dreams really can change lives. In this episode, we're talking about the wish that can’t be prescribed, the impact of ...

2 months ago

38 minutes

We Are For Good Podcast - The Podcast for Nonprofits

Gather At The Well: Leaving Well - Rest, Sabbaticals + Human-Centered Transitions - Lindsey Fuller and Naomi Hattaway

In this soul-nourishing conversation, Lindsey Fuller is joined by strategist, storyteller, and founder of the Leaving Well framework, Naomi Hattaway. Together, they unpack what it means to lead with intention, especially when it comes to rest, sabbaticals, and workplace transitions that truly center people. From micro-sabbaticals to full-scale cultural shifts, Naomi shares wisdom for how organizations can operationalize rest as a core value—not just a perk. You'll hear powerful insights on ho...

2 months ago

49 minutes

We Are For Good Podcast - The Podcast for Nonprofits

629. A Call to Kinship: Reimagining Generosity and Connection (Birgit Smith Burton, Mide Akerewusi and Nneka Allen)

This is a conversation our hearts have been waiting for. It’s a powerful gathering of voices answering a call that feels more timely—and more necessary—than ever: a call to kinship. In this episode, we sit down with three extraordinary leaders: Birgit Smith Burton, Mide Akerewusi, and Nneka Allen. They bring deep wisdom, lived experience, and a global lens to a heartfelt conversation about what it means to lead with empathy. Together, we explore how we return to one another by centering relat...

2 months ago

56 minutes

We Are For Good Podcast - The Podcast for Nonprofits

628. Multiplication Mindset: How Responsive Fundraisers Build Movements - Jon and Becky

Fundraising doesn’t have to feel transactional—and it shouldn’t. This episode comes straight from the virtual stage of the Responsive Nonprofit Summit (RNS)—and it's packed with the kind of mindset shift we all need right now. Jon and Becky explore how moving from an "addition" mindset to a multiplication mindset can unlock transformational change in your fundraising efforts. It's not about doing more—it’s about thinking differently and leading with purpose. With meaningful stories, real-worl...

2 months ago

50 minutes

We Are For Good Podcast - The Podcast for Nonprofits

627. Healing Through Conversation: Building Trust in Polarizing Times - Katie Hyten, Essential Partners

Meet Katie 🤝, the Co-Executive Director of Essential Partners. She’s helping communities navigate tough conversations and build trust across divides. With a background in international negotiation and conflict resolution from Tufts University’s Fletcher School, Katie brings deep expertise in dialogue, identity, and civic action. In this episode, we’re talking about what it really takes to hold space in polarized times—and why dialogue might just be our most powerful tool for healing and...

2 months ago

37 minutes

We Are For Good Podcast - The Podcast for Nonprofits

Gather At The Well: Human-Centered Offboarding - Lindsey Fuller

How do we navigate the hardest moments in leadership, without losing sight of our values? This week on Gather at the Well, Lindsey Fuller returns to explore a topic that doesn’t often get the care it deserves: offboarding. Whether it’s layoffs, transitions, or role closures, Lindsey reminds us that how we say goodbye matters just as much as how we welcome someone in. She invites us into a more human-centered approach—one that acknowledges the weight of these decisions, the grief that can come...

2 months ago

38 minutes