The NonProfit Podcast Network

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... What makes Sacramento the perfect home for an aerospace museum? Join me as we welcome Tom Jones, President and CEO of the Aerospace Museum of California to the program where we'll explore how over a century of aviation history has shaped this vibrant hub of education and inspiration. From the strategic roles of McCle...

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... How is nonprofit journalism transforming the media landscape? Explore this intriguing shift with my guest, Neil Chase, CEO of Cal Matters, as we unpack how organizations like his are stepping up amidst the decline of traditional newspapers. Discover how CalMatters' innovative nonprofit model collaborates with local n...

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... Ever wondered how the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO) brings together a community of women entrepreneurs to support and inspire each other? Join me as I chat with Christina Dixon about NAWBO’s vibrant Sacramento chapter, a standout in California with its innovative initiatives. Discover how they&apos...

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... What role does an air show play in shaping the future of aviation... or simply shaping the future for our youth? Uncover the fascinating journey of the California Capital Air Show as I speak with Darcy Brewer, Executive Director, who has been instrumental in its evolution over the past 16 years. Join us as we trace the ro...

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... Discover how one organization is leading the charge against human trafficking with the inspiration of Ashlie Bryant, Co-Founder, President and CEO of 3Strands Global Foundation. Did you know the size of this business?  The staggering reality is a $256 billion industry that affects 50 million people worldwide. Through pers...

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... How is it that there are people going hungry when they work on a farm that literally grows the very food they should eat? Join me, Jeff Holden, as I engage with Karen Baker, Executive Director of Yolo Food Bank, unraveling the complexities and triumphs of tackling food insecurity in Yolo County. With roots going back to 1...

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... Witnessing the devastating aftermath of the 2010 earthquake in Haiti was a turning point for my guest, Tiffany Loeffler, Founder and Executive Director of "The Alliance". She discovered a powerful calling to advocate for vulnerable children, which led her on a heartfelt journey through international adoption and...

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... What happens when transportation goes beyond simply moving people from point A to point B? Join me as I sit down with Tiffani Scott, President and CEO, of Paratransit to explore an innovative approach to community mobility that has been shaping Sacramento for over 45 years. Tiffani unveils the dynamic role Paratransit pla...

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... What if you could transform a workplace, a family, a community,  simply by improving access to child care? Join me, Jeff Holden, as I uncover the remarkable journey of Adonai Mack, from his beginnings as a legislative advocate to his current role as the executive director of Child Action. Adonai's story is not just a...

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... Christie Holderegger, Volunteers of America, Sacramento's President and CEO  joins me to share her insights and stories about their mission to combat homelessness and poverty. This faith-based nonprofit has been a providing service in Sacramento since 1911; Essential services like emergency shelters, transitional hou...

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... Unlock the secrets of planned giving and secure your nonprofit's future with my  discussion featuring Chelsea Fahr, President of the Planned Giving Forum of Greater Sacramento. Gain valuable insights into the world of planned giving, a crucial fundraising strategy that involves deferred gifts benefiting nonprofits af...

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... Join me, Jeff Holden, for a compelling discussion with David Baker, CEO, as we explore the rich history and evolution of the Sacramento Children's Home, a cornerstone of community support since 1867. Listen in as David shares the transformation of this iconic organization from a simple orphanage to a comprehensive se...

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... In honor of the Thanksgiving holiday, what better way to start the week than with hearing the great work The Sacramento Food Bank does in servicing our local and community food Banks.  Blake Young, President and CEO explains it all in this encore episode released November, 2023. And don't forget Run to Feed the Hungr...

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... Discover the incredible journey of Wendi and Rick Cross as Wendi takes us from the heart of Africa to the vibrant communities of Sacramento. Wendy's story began with the adoption of a young boy from Ethiopia, sparking a mission that transcends borders to support vulnerable children. Learn how an eye-opening family tr...

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... Trailblazer, performing artist, Executive Driector and Co-Founder of G.I.R.L.S. Rock Sacramento, Larisa Bryski joins me to share her inspiring journey behind founding G.I.R.L.S. Rock Sacramento, a dynamic initiative empowering young girls, women and those struggling to be their authentic selves. Through gender inclusion w...

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... If you missed the first ever, Sacramento Philanthropy Summit this past October, you may have heard about the incredible presentation made by Dr. Jane Wei-Skillern. I had the opportunity to catch up with her afterward to share a brief summary of what she presented. If this piques your interest and you would like to see a l...

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... How does a nonprofit like the Safety Center maintain its mission of enhancing community safety over 90 years? Join me, Jeff Holden, as we uncover the remarkable legacy and strategic vision of this organization with insights from CEO, Darell Teat and Chief Operations and Strategy Officer, Kelly Huffman. With divisions span...

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... Unlock the secrets to breaking the cycle of poverty through education, work and community with Father Christopher Calderon, President of Cristo Rey High School as he shares the transformative journey of students as they progress through their years on campus. With heartwarming success stories like Ximena's—a trailbla...

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... The loss of her grandson, Joshua, to addiction and homelessness profoundly changed Marlene Fitzwater's perspective on caring for marginalized communities. This personal tragedy motivated her to establish Joshua's House, a hospice facility dedicated to offering dignity and support to terminally ill homeless indiv...

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... Imagine standing on a sprawling ranch in Grass Valley, where the chaos of urban life fades away and students in need find a sanctuary of hope. Nate Boyd, Executive Director and Zach Malek, Outreach Pastor join me to share their experiences at Christian Encounter Ranch, a place of refuge and transformation for young indivi...

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... Join me for an emotional and inspiring conversation as I welcome Erica Pope, Executive Director and John Burke Camp Director from the Me-One Foundation to explore their remarkable mission of providing cancer patients and their families with a much-needed escape. We discuss how the foundation was born from the personal jou...

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... Ever wondered how a career path can take unexpected yet rewarding turns? Join me for an inspiring conversation with Lauretta Casimir-Mahoney, the CEO and President of NeighborWorks. Lauretta takes us through her unique journey from aspiring to be a judge advocate general in the US Navy to becoming a powerhouse in real est...

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... What if we could see homelessness not just as a social issue but as a deeply personal journey? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Christina Bilyeu, Chief of Mental Health Services, The Permanente Medical Group, and President of the board at HOPE Cooperative, to explore the layers of homelessness in Sacramento. Dr. Bilye...

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... What if you could directly impact the lives of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) while fostering a more inclusive society? They could be autism, Down's Syndrome, FragileX and other not so visible disabilities that none the less, create challenging lifestyles for those experiencing the...

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... Join me, Jeff Holden, for an enlightening conversation with Amanda McCarthy, Executive Director of River City Food Bank, as we explore the vital role food banks play in our communities. Amanda breaks down the differences between regional and local food banks, shedding light on how River City Food Bank directly supports ne...