We Are For Good Podcast - The Podcast for Nonprofits

When the weight of the world feels nonstop, slipping into survival mode can feel like the only option. But what if there’s a different way—one that’s rooted in honesty, resilience, and real, grounded hope? Welcome back to Gather at the Well, hosted by Lindsey Fuller, Executive Director of The Teaching Well. In this episode, Lindsey dives into the practice of cultivating critical hope—a powerful mi...

Meet Maggie 🤝—CNN Hero of the Year in 2015, humanitarian, activist, CEO and co-founder of the BlinkNow Foundation . In this heart-opening conversation, Maggie takes us on a journey of purpose and possibility—from the humble beginnings of BlinkNow to a movement that now includes over 175 team members serving thousands of children, women, and community members in Nepal. You’ll hear stories of redef...

Meet Beth, Founder of Beth Saunders Associates and creator of MapMoveMeasure—a practical framework that helps nonprofits build stronger, lasting relationships with supporters. 🤝 In this episode, Beth shares her journey from corporate banking to the nonprofit world and explores how a mindset shift can transform our work. She highlights the power of focusing on potential and abundance, rather than...

Meet Caylee, Co-Founder and Executive Director of RestoreOKC. Caylee joins us to share how she and her team have taken a radically different, community-led approach to addressing complex, systemic issues in their city. It's a powerful case study on how data can be a helpful tool (but not the driver), how grassroots programs are transforming access to education, jobs, and housing, and how mean...

It’s easier to disengage with your work culture, release expectations, and vent about your dissatisfaction. What’s harder, but more rewarding, is being part of a morale turnaround effort. ❤️ Collective care is the way forward. Welcome back to Gather At The Well, hosted by Lindsey Fuller, Executive Director of The Teaching Well. This conversation and series is a call to collective care, inviting us...

Meet Bellamy. 🤝 She’s known for her roles in hit shows like Scandal, Prodigal Son, and Promised Land, but Bellamy's passion extends far beyond the screen - she is also a dedicated ambassador for international humanitarian organization CARE. 🧡 Tune in to hear more about CARE’s holistic, community-driven approach to sustainable development, and a glimpse into Bellamy’s new limited podcast ser...

We are so thrilled to share that Gather At The Well - a limited series in partnership with our friends at The Teaching Well produced by We Are For Good Studio is back!  Every other week - right here in the We Are For Good podcast feed, you can gather with us at this well, as we learn from Lindsey Fuller, the Executive Director of The Teaching Well. This new 11 part series is all about creating hum...

Meet Hali, the Founding Partner of Radical Strategies, founder of Asian Women Giving Circle and co-founder of Donors of Color Network. 🤝 Named to Forbes’ 50 Over 50: Impact in 2021, Hali Lee is reshaping philanthropy for the twenty-first century. In this episode, she shares her journey—from growing up as the child of Korean immigrants to the lasting influence of her freedom fighter grandfather—wh...

Our Dear Friends, Today, we’re wrapping up our social impact trends that matter series on the podcast. But our hope is that what starts here—ripples. Through convos with incredible change-makers on this series, we've uncovered insights that have truly shaken us. From the power of community to be the multiplier, to owning your authentic narrative, to the rise of the change-leader. These ideas...

Meet Sixto , the Founder of Think of Us and a nationally recognized leader. 🤝 He’s driving systems change in child welfare using tech, research, and policy to transform outcomes for youth and families. 🫂 In this episode, Sixto breaks down why advocacy is essential for creating lasting change. He explains that vulnerable communities need advocates who bring lived experiences to the table, using d...

Meet Manuela , the Founder and President of In A Perfect World . 🤝 She’s dedicated her life to empowering and activating the next generation of youth leaders and philanthropists. 🌎 In this episode, Manuela shares how to fuel young generosity by tapping into kids’ natural empathy and kindness, and how to partner with them to create their own "north star" for creating change within your...

Welcome back to the 2025 Social Impact Trends That Matter Series ! 🥳 Meet Jeff , the Principal of Plenty Consulting . 🤝 He’s an inspiring leader dedicated to helping others shine, even in the toughest times.  In this episode, Jeff shares his heartfelt wisdom on finding your light and leading with purpose, no matter what challenges come your way. As an expert in conscious leadership and social im...

Welcome back to the 2025 Social Impact Trends That Matter Series ! 🥳 Meet Lindsey , the Executive Director of The Teaching Well . 🤝 She’s all about turning ideas into action and creating real, lasting change.  The world needs more change leaders. 💡 Join us as Lindsey walks us through some hallmarks of change leaders, the barriers that can hold organizations back from creating real systems-level...

Welcome back to the 2025 Social Impact Trends That Matter Series ! 🥳 Meet Ori, the Founder and CEO of Sowen 🤝. He's on a mission to help organizations rethink how they measure their social impact, moving beyond just tracking activities and inputs to truly understanding the outcomes they're driving.  In this episode, we dive into why we need to rethink impact measurement and how to do i...

Meet Dr. Tim Lampkin, founder of the economic justice org Higher Purpose Co. We’re in our 2025 Social Impact Trends That Matter Series, and Dr. Tim is here to share how we can own our narratives this year. 📝 In this episode, Dr. Tim shares his personal journey of shifting the stories his team was telling themselves - and the communities they serve in Mississippi. He walks us through practical tip...

Welcome back to the 2025 Social Impact Trends That Matter series!  Meet Adam. He's the VP of Marketing at iDonate, a Podcast Host, and a passionate Mental Health Advocate. In this episode, we explore the power of "simple shifts on repeat" to drive sustainable growth this year.  The reality of who's giving is changing, how they're giving is changing, and why they're gi...

Meet Floyd🤝. He’s a New York City-based speaker, coach and Community Builder. He’s helping us kick off our newest series from We Are For Good Studio: 2025 Social Impact Trends That Matter 🥳  Our first trend: Community is the multiplier. ✖️ But building a thriving community isn't easy - it takes strategy, consistency, and a whole lot of heart. In this episode, Floyd joins us to share the pro...

Meet Brynne. She’s the Founder and CEO of Cause Fokus and social media strategist 🤝. She shares her journey in social media, the misconceptions surrounding LinkedIn, and offers practical advice on how to engage authentically with potential partners and donors. This episode discusses the challenges nonprofits face in the digital age, the importance of empathy in social media, and how LinkedIn has...

Today, we’re doing something a little different. Instead of a typical interview, we’re taking a pause. And inviting you into a collective One Good Thing . Good is the foundation of progress, and the fuel for movements. On Martin Luther King Jr. Day, we’re reminded that good isn’t passive; it’s a choice. It’s choosing love over hate, justice over complacency, and action over indifference. So today,...

Meet Jean-Claude. He’s the President and CEO of Digital Promise, a nonprofit focused on shaping the future of learning through cross-sector collaboration🤝. He outlines his playbook for driving systemic change - emphasizing the importance of building trust, finding community "protagonists", and aligning diverse stakeholders around a shared vision. This episode offers valuable insights fo...

Meet Abby. She’s a social entrepreneur, speaker, and advocate for purposeful learning at any age ❤️. In this powerful episode, Abby shares her journey of letting go, stepping into the unknown, and redefining her path—offering invaluable lessons for anyone facing change or seeking purpose. In 2024, Abby launched The Flight School to transform the post-high school transition into a bold rite of pass...

Meet Rebecca . She's a fearless educator, strategist, and community builder shaking things up from SoCal to Costa Rica 🌎 As the Director of Innovation at The Teaching Well, she’s crafting bold new ways to support educators nationwide, all while inspiring others to lean into creativity and ditch the fear of failure. If you’re craving fresh strategies to innovate, connect, and build something...

Meet Payal . She’s an organizational psychologist, empathy advocate, and founder of RK Empathy. For nearly two decades, Dr. Beri has empowered leaders, communities, and individuals to connect on a deeper level, helping us see that we have more in common than we often realize. She’s on a mission to break down the divisions that separate us and build stronger, more connected communities💪 Tune in to...

Lindsey Fuller joins Jon + Becky in this episode to wrap up the transformative Gather at the Well podcast and look back on the past year. Together, we reflect on the power of microdosing wellness to spark meaningful change — both personally and within our organizations. Tune in for a conversation where we navigate the messy middle of balancing personal growth with organizational transformation and...

"I could have kept it a secret. I could have let my fear and anxiety dictate my behaviors. But instead, I want to leave some of the baggage at the door and complete this experience through my nervous system." –Lindsey Are you prepared for the moment hate calls? In this powerful bonus episode of Gather at the Well, Lindsey opens up about a deeply personal and unsettling experience — recei...