We Are For Good Podcast - The Podcast for Nonprofits

Responsive nonprofits know changing the world starts by changing ourselves—our organizations—our processes—and our approach. We’re exploring how to accelerate innovation through partnerships, by striving for a culture of innovation and embracing risk-taking in the nonprofit sector. Plus, you’ll hear how small wins can shift the culture and create momentum and provide a long runway for experimentat...

Meet Raj. He's not just the Founding President & Editor-in-Chief of Devex, he's noticed the little guy ever since he was a boy playing soccer in the streets of India. This former political strategist built Devex, a global news platform, in grad school alongside his friends to inform development professionals and aid workers all over the world. Today we're re-exploring the new er...

While the world constantly moves forward, being responsive means we choose to evolve. To use our collective strength, vulnerability, grit, and passion to meet the moment and change the world—for good. Join this panel of modern impact thinkers as we explore the evolving nonprofit sector, and how we can meet the moment today. Today’s Guests Mallory Erickson, Founder, Power Partners Formula + Host, W...

Meet Cameron . This digital marketer and fundraiser helps hundreds of nonprofits fundraise more by creating journeys that guide donors from their first interaction to becoming lifelong advocates. And the answer isn't a complicated one. It's threaded through an intentional donor journey. Cameron believes too many people neglect the power of capturing an email and using it the right way to...

Join this panel of modern impact thinkers as we explore how to build evolved methods to grow the digital influence of your organization. We’re diving into marketing and branding, working with influencers, flexing content in various mediums and platforms, leveraging the power of media to build digital community, and helping nonprofits look to the horizon for evolved methods to grow their digital in...

Meet Aila . She loves molding strong leaders and getting organizations pointed toward success - which means she joins them in the trenches. She's come to know that if leaders enter from a place of humility and ready to learn from everything/everyone, then great partnerships are built from the ground level. We know many leaders are asking now, "How can I lead well during this crazy season...

Calling all leaders (spoiler alert: that’s YOU!) 📣Join this panel of modern leaders as we explore the mindsets that might be holding you and your mission back. Immerse yourself in an evolved way to look at leadership: one that centers empathy, inclusivity, and equity at its core. Trust-based leadership grounds this discussion as we explore mindsets, culture and innovation. Special Guests Boi Carp...

It’s the Season 7️⃣ Finale 🎉 Tune in to hear the biggest takeaways we've gleaned from the 74 episodes we’ve aired during the season. We’re sharing our favorite episodes, mic drop and some big updates for this summer on the pod. Join Jon, Becky and Julie for a sneak peek behind the We Are For Good studio curtain👀 Episode Highlights Tonesetting Key Takeaways from Season 7 1: Our mindset has t...

Meet Jehán . Her journey took her from editing travel guidebooks in San Francisco to founding a nonprofit that creates holistic programs for women and children in Nepal, empowering them to build their own pathways out of poverty. Tune in to hear a case study of what happened when Sunsar Maya committed to a year-long stewardship plan through personalized attention, Chai with Me events and leveragin...

Meet Elizabeth . The queen of interpreting philanthropic data reports is back in our house for year three, and today we're breaking down Giving USA's 2023 Report 📈CCS Fundraising's brilliant Senior Vice President is explaining what’s causing the decline in individual giving, and how we can turn the tide. We’re also exploring how to encourage meaningful giving from people of all gen...

It’s no secret that we believe in the power of storytelling to do more good in the world. We’re wrapping up our Storytelling for Good Friday series with more of the most frequently asked questions we get about marketing from folks in our community. We’re diving into the importance of storytelling for your mission, tools to unlock your inner storyteller and create a culture that values storytelling...

Meet Anne Marie . She’s the Managing Director of Philanthropy at the Emerson Collective, where her passion for amplifying voices has shaped her career and the impact of Emerson Collective's programs in education and environmental justice.  She’s sharing her wisdom about how strong leaders and strong models have the capacity to scale and create systems change. Don’t miss this inspiring convers...

Meet Darren . He’s an advocate for amplifying diverse voices and narratives within our sector. As a partner at The Bridgespan Group, he advises mission-driven organizations and philanthropic foundations. He’s also the host of the podcast Dreaming in Color: Creating New Narratives in Leadership, which offers leaders of color space to share how they have leveraged their unique assets and abilities t...

It’s no secret that we believe in the power of storytelling to do more good in the world. In our new Storytelling for Good Friday series, we’re diving into the importance of storytelling for your mission, tools to unlock your inner storyteller and create a culture that values storytelling. Join us to get on a path toward a better - more inspiring - way to work🔍 💡Learn  Mindsets needed for storyt...

Meet Deepa .  She's played many roles in supporting social movements, weaver, frontline responder, storyteller + guide. Her political and community homes include Asian American, South Asian, Muslim, and Arab ecosystems where she spent fifteen years in policy advocacy and coalition building in the wake of the September 11 attacks and the ensuing backlash. She now leads projects on solidarity a...

Meet Amy . Last summer, she became only the fourth leader in the nearly 100-year history of The New York Community Trust, one of America's oldest and most respected community foundations. Drawing from her diverse background in environmental advocacy, the arts, LGBTQ issues, and historic preservation, Amy's passion and energy are shaking up this longstanding institution. Tune in to celebr...

We’re wrapping up Small But Mighty: How Small Nonprofits are Raising Big Dollars in our Givebutter Friday series with an inspirational case study. As a small organization, hosting fundraising campaigns can feel daunting. It’s typical to wonder... How do we get enough supporters? Who will fundraise on our behalf? What happens if we don’t reach our goal? Where do we even begin? Jon, Becky and Floyd...

Meet Evan . He’s a nonprofiteer, musician, seasoned fundraising professional, new dad, We Are For Good rabid fan, and oh yeah, he just published a new book called “The Nonprofiteer’s Fundraising Field Guide”🎉 If you’re curious about evolved servant leadership and how it plays into building vibrant cultures, communities and (bonus!) yourself - this is your episode. He’s passionate about the inters...

Meet Elizabeth and Alyssa . They’re sharing insights from The Nonprofit’s Guide to Engaging Gen Z created by Classy and Pursuant (bravo on evolved partnerships 👏). Gen Z just doesn’t operate like any other generation, and we love how they break the status quo. We’re chatting about how nonprofits can create long-lasting partnerships with this deeply generous generation. Tune in for your guide on e...

We’re so excited to continue our Friday series with Givebutter called Small But Mighty: How Small Nonprofits are Raising Big Dollars. As a “small” organization, hosting fundraising campaigns can be a daunting task. It’s typical to wonder... How do we get enough supporters? Who will fundraise on our behalf? What happens if we don’t reach our goal? Where do we even begin? Join Jon, Becky, Floyd Jone...

Meet Cindy . She’s a member of the We Are For Good Community, former Deputy Attorney General for the California Attorney General and nonprofit founder. Her passion for equal access to legal education led her to found LEAP, an organization dedicated to providing opportunities for underrepresented groups in the law field. Partnerships and community play a pivotal role in sustaining LEAP's missi...

Meet Zulean . As a management coach and consultant, she's on a mission to empower teams with the skills and tools needed for fostering strong and trusting group dynamics🤝 Even the most dedicated teams can lose their sense of direction, that’s why they need the tools needed to build a united team with a clear plan for success🧭 Tune in for actionable strategies that will help you grow in your...

We’re so excited to kick off a new Friday series with Givebutter called Small But Mighty: How Small Nonprofits are Raising Big Dollars. As a “small” organization, hosting fundraising campaigns can be a daunting task. It’s typical to wonder... How do we get enough supporters? Who will fundraise on our behalf? What happens if we don’t reach our goal? Where do we even begin? Join Jon, Becky, Floyd Jo...

Meet Amy . She’s the Founder and Executive Director of Undies for Everyone, the only nationwide nonprofit dedicated to providing underwear to students in need. She was even named a CNN Hero for her work🤩 With an estimated 11.6 million kids in the U.S. living without access to clean underwear, Undies for Everyone addresses an ongoing crisis plaguing American schools that very few people know about...

Meet Jon . He believes change is a constant in life, and we’re all designed to adapt to those changes. Every gift results in a story, and this expert in casual language is giving counsel on how organizations can find and build powerful narratives to uplift philanthropy’s story. Tune in for an eye-opening conversation about language, storytelling and the ways we continue to change as humans🔄 💡Lea...