The NonProfit Podcast Network

The NonProfit Podcast Network

The NonProfit Podcast network is a compilation of not for profit businesses, organizations and community entities that are invited to be interviewed on the podcast pro-bono, use the network to find like organizations doing great work in their communities and source a one-stop listening shop of exclusively non profit organizations. This outlet is meant to give each featured non profit an opportunity to tell their story in their words, giving listeners a better and more complete understanding of the mission, vision and values as well as clearly delineating who they serve and how they're funded. Our intent is for this network to become a useful tool in helping any non profit organization begin the journey to successfully telling their story though podcasting then using that podcast as a marketing tool to reinforce their current supporters, reach new potential donors and volunteers through an easily deployed podcast. Growing reach for awareness with the speed of digital, this is just one more opportunity to get their story told to more people faster. By doing so, we expect this process to further embed the organizations in their communities of service as a result of the simplicity of distribution, the nature of the content and the ease of access to learn more about them.You can visit the website at https://www.nonprofpod.com/

  1. Capital Region Family Business Center: Navigating Family Dynamics in Multi-Generational Companies

    3H AGO

    Capital Region Family Business Center: Navigating Family Dynamics in Multi-Generational Companies

    I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... Family businesses sit at the heart of our economy — and at the heart of our families. In this episode, I’m joined by Maggie Bender and Justin Horner from the Capital Region Family Business Center for a thoughtful, honest conversation about what it really takes to sustain a family enterprise across generations. This episode is especially meaningful because it marks a leadership transition. After four years as president, Maggie Bender is stepping down, and Justin Horner is stepping into the role. Together, they share how intentional succession, transparency, and trust can strengthen not only an organization — but the families it serves. We talk about the realities family business owners face every day: navigating family dynamics, planning for succession, managing governance, preparing for the unexpected, and balancing long-term legacy with present-day decision-making. Business doesn’t stay at the office in a family enterprise — it follows you to the dinner table, holidays, and sometimes across decades. Maggie also shares her personal journey growing up inside a family business, the isolation many next-generation leaders feel, and how the Family Business Center became a place of connection, mentorship, and belonging. Justin offers insight into why engagement, education, and peer trust are the organization’s greatest strengths — and what’s ahead under new leadership. We also explore the impact of the Center’s signature Generations Conference, where multiple generations of the same family come together to learn, have hard conversations, and walk away with practical tools they can apply immediately. If you’re part of a family business, serve family-owned companies, or simply want to understand how legacy organizations endure and evolve, this conversation offers perspective, wisdom, and real-world insight. In This Episode, We Discuss: Why family businesses face unique leadership and governance challengesThe importance of planned, intentional leadership transitionsHow peer networks reduce isolation for family business leadersSuccession planning beyond titles — values, trust, and communicationWhat makes the Generations Conference such a powerful catalyst for changeWhy family businesses are a cornerstone of regional economic stabilityTo learn more about the Capital Region Family Business Center, visit: 👉 capfamilybus.org Chapter Summaries 00:00 – Family business dynamics and why they matter 02:00 – What the Capital Region Family Business Center does 06:30 – A thoughtful leadership transition: past to present 11:30 – The real challenges of multi-generational businesses 18:30 – The Generations Conference and shared learning 39:30 – What’s next for the Family Business Center Thank you so much for listening to this nonprofit story! We appreciate you. Please visit the website to sign up for our email updates and newsletter. https://www.nonprofpod.com/ And if you like, leave me a voicemail to comment on the program, leave a question for us to ask in the future or a message for me, Jeff Holden. I may even use your voice mail message in a future episode of one of our incredible local nonprofit organizations. https://www.nonprofpod.com/voicemail. Thanks again for your support in listening, commenting and sharing the great work our local nonprofits are accomplishing.

    51 min
  2. NonProfit NewsPod: Learn to Fly Scholarship Applications Now Open!

    7H AGO

    NonProfit NewsPod: Learn to Fly Scholarship Applications Now Open!

    I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... ✈️ How Dreams Take Flight: 2026 Private Pilot Scholarships For many young people, the dream of flight feels just out of reach — admired from the ground, but difficult to access. In this Nonprofit Newspod, I sat down with Tom Jones, President & CEO of the Aerospace Museum of California, to share a powerful, time-sensitive opportunity that can turn that dream into reality. The Aerospace Museum is now accepting applications for its 2026 Private Pilot License (PPL) Scholarships, awarding three $12,500 scholarships to highly motivated students ages 16–22 who are committed to pursuing a future in aviation. With the deadline just weeks away — February 14 (Valentine’s Day) — this is a moment students and families should not miss. What makes this program truly unique is that it’s far more than a financial award. The scholarship is built as a structured pilot pipeline, supported by a hands-on committee of experienced pilots, aviation professionals, and air traffic controllers who not only select recipients — they mentor them through the process. The goal is simple and ambitious: help students complete their private pilot training within one year, with many finishing in as little as nine months. Tom shared inspiring success stories, including a former scholarship recipient who progressed from earning her private pilot license to achieving her instrument rating and commercial pilot license — and now flies professionally. The program emphasizes motivation, discipline, and follow-through, with added consideration given to applicants already engaged in aviation through programs like Civil Air Patrol, EAA chapters, Sea Cadets, flight schools, or prior FAA testing. Scholarship recipients also commit to volunteering at the Aerospace Museum, often in the Flight Zone, where advanced simulators provide hands-on experience — including the ability to log flight time toward future certifications. One important takeaway: persistence matters. Students who apply multiple times and continue building their aviation experience are viewed favorably by the scholarship committee. Dedication, growth, and resilience count. Applications close February 14, and full details — including eligibility requirements and the application portal — can be found at aerospaceca.org/ppl-scholarship  This is how dreams take flight — literally. Thank you so much for listening to this nonprofit story! We appreciate you. Please visit the website to sign up for our email updates and newsletter. https://www.nonprofpod.com/ And if you like, leave me a voicemail to comment on the program, leave a question for us to ask in the future or a message for me, Jeff Holden. I may even use your voice mail message in a future episode of one of our incredible local nonprofit organizations. https://www.nonprofpod.com/voicemail. Thanks again for your support in listening, commenting and sharing the great work our local nonprofits are accomplishing.

    9 min
  3. "Your Child Has Cancer": How Keaton's Child Cancer Alliance Softens Those Words.

    JAN 28

    "Your Child Has Cancer": How Keaton's Child Cancer Alliance Softens Those Words.

    I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... In this episode, I meet with Jessica Alonso, Executive Director of Keaton’s Child Cancer Alliance, to share the full story behind an organization committed to one promise: no family should face childhood cancer alone. Jessica’s journey began more than a decade ago as a bilingual family navigator and has grown into a deeply personal mission shaped by faith, service, and lived experience. Together, we talk about how Keaton’s supports children and families from diagnosis through treatment, survivorship, and beyond — and why the demand for these services continues to grow. We'll cover: How Keaton’s Child Cancer Alliance was founded in the wake of loss and loveThe Family Navigator program and why it’s the heart of the organizationSupporting more than 450 families a year across Northern CaliforniaThe growing capacity challenge as one child a day is diagnosedCommunity partnerships that help families emotionally, financially, and medicallyJessica’s own cancer journey and how it deepened her leadership and purposeWhat it would take to expand services so no family is ever turned awayLearn more or get involved: 🌐 https://childcancer.org/ 📧 info@childcancer.org Chapter Summaries 00:00 – Welcome & Episode Focus I welcome Jessica Alonso, Executive Director of Keaton’s Child Cancer Alliance, and introduce a conversation about supporting families through childhood cancer. 02:00 – How Keaton’s Began Jessica shares the origin of Keaton’s, founded after the loss of four-year-old Keaton Raphael and a promise to help families navigate pediatric cancer. 05:30 – Jessica’s Journey From bilingual family navigator to executive director, Jessica reflects on 12 years shaped by service, faith, and advocacy. 08:45 – The Family Navigator Program We explain how trained navigators support families from diagnosis through treatment, survivorship, and loss. 13:30 – Demand & Capacity One child a day is diagnosed. Jessica discusses rising referrals and the urgent need to grow the navigator team. 17:30 – Partnerships That Matter We highlight hospital, nonprofit, and community partners that help meet families’ emotional and financial needs. 21:30 – Funding the Work Jessica outlines Keaton’s primary fundraisers, including the gala, golf tournament, and Gold Hope Walk. 25:45 – Research Support We discuss how Keaton’s contributes to pediatric cancer research through community-driven fundraising. 29:00 – When the Leader Becomes the Patient Jessica shares her own cancer journey and how it deepened her empathy and leadership. 33:30 – Vision & How to Help We close with what growth could look like for Keaton’s and ways to get involved. Thank you so much for listening to this nonprofit story! We appreciate you. Please visit the website to sign up for our email updates and newsletter. https://www.nonprofpod.com/ And if you like, leave me a voicemail to comment on the program, leave a question for us to ask in the future or a message for me, Jeff Holden. I may even use your voice mail message in a future episode of one of our incredible local nonprofit organizations. https://www.nonprofpod.com/voicemail. Thanks again for your support in listening, commenting and sharing the great work our local nonprofits are accomplishing.

    41 min
  4. How United Way California Capital Region Works Toward Ending Poverty Through Education... and So Much More.

    JAN 21

    How United Way California Capital Region Works Toward Ending Poverty Through Education... and So Much More.

    I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Dawnté Early, CEO of United Way California Capital Region. United Way is one of our region’s longest-serving nonprofits, with more than a century of impact — but what struck me most in this conversation is how intentionally the organization has evolved to meet today’s realities. We talk about what it really takes to “end poverty,” why education remains the strongest ladder out, and how United Way is stepping beyond traditional grantmaking to provide direct services that stabilize families, support children, and strengthen entire communities. This conversation spans early childhood literacy, housing stability, guaranteed income for former foster youth, free tax preparation, collaboration, policy change, and the growing pressure facing nonprofits as safety-net funding tightens. It’s thoughtful, data-driven, and deeply human. What We Cover in This Conversation How United Way has evolved from a trusted community funder into a hands-on, direct-service organizationWhy education is central to breaking generational cycles of poverty — starting at birthDolly Parton’s Imagination Library and how monthly books are changing outcomes for familiesKindergarten readiness, literacy tutoring, and closing opportunity gaps after COVIDGuaranteed income for former foster youth — and why $500 a month can mean the difference between dropping out and graduatingFree tax preparation and how tens of millions of dollars are being returned to local families that might have otherwise gone unnoticedThe role of collaboration, collective impact, and shared infrastructure across nonprofitsWhy poverty is also a policy issue — and how United Way is working upstreamThe financial realities nonprofits face as government support pulls backLeadership, sustainability, and what it takes to grow impact without losing missionWhy This Matters United Way’s work touches every stage of life — from early literacy to college completion to financial stability for working families. This episode offers a clear look at how layered, connected solutions can create real, measurable outcomes, and why collaboration is no longer optional in today’s nonprofit landscape. If you care about education, housing, economic mobility, or the future of our nonprofit safety net, this is an important conversation. Learn More Find programs, volunteer opportunities, free tax prep locations, and upcoming events by visiting your local United Way website. Information on United Way Capital Region and their annual gala can be found in the links below. Website link: https://www.yourlocalunitedway.org/ Tax preparation link: https://www.yourlocalunitedway.org/our-work/financial-security/free-tax-preparation/ Thank you so much for listening to this nonprofit story! We appreciate you. Please visit the website to sign up for our email updates and newsletter. https://www.nonprofpod.com/ And if you like, leave me a voicemail to comment on the program, leave a question for us to ask in the future or a message for me, Jeff Holden. I may even use your voice mail message in a future episode of one of our incredible local nonprofit organizations. https://www.nonprofpod.com/voicemail. Thanks again for your support in listening, commenting and sharing the great work our local nonprofits are accomplishing.

    45 min

  5. JAN 16

    NonProfit NewsPod: BIG DAY OF GIVING Registration Is NOW OPEN!

    I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... Big Day of Giving returns on May 7, 2026, and once again the Sacramento region will come together around generosity, philanthropy, purpose, and community impact. In this NewsPod, I’m joined by Vasey Coman, Senior Director of Communications at the Sacramento Region Community Foundation, to talk about what’s new for 2026 and why this day matters so deeply to our local nonprofit ecosystem. We discuss how Big Day of Giving has evolved far beyond a single day of fundraising into a year-round opportunity for nonprofits to build capacity, strengthen relationships, and collaborate across the region. We also explore the lowered minimum donation, how families and young people are being introduced to philanthropy, and why unrestricted dollars remain so critical for nonprofit sustainability. Whether you’re a nonprofit considering participation or a donor looking to make a meaningful impact, this conversation highlights how one day of collective generosity can fuel year-long change. To learn more or to register, visit bigdayofgiving.org. Thank you so much for listening to this nonprofit story! We appreciate you. Please visit the website to sign up for our email updates and newsletter. https://www.nonprofpod.com/ And if you like, leave me a voicemail to comment on the program, leave a question for us to ask in the future or a message for me, Jeff Holden. I may even use your voice mail message in a future episode of one of our incredible local nonprofit organizations. https://www.nonprofpod.com/voicemail. Thanks again for your support in listening, commenting and sharing the great work our local nonprofits are accomplishing.

    13 min
  6. Food Literacy: The Life Skill Finally Being Taught in Schools.

    JAN 14

    Food Literacy: The Life Skill Finally Being Taught in Schools.

    I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... Imagine a 13-year-old student—overweight for her age, already pre-diabetic—who has grown up surrounded by food but never truly learned how to use it. Vegetables feel unfamiliar. Cooking feels out of reach. Then she joins a food literacy program at school. She discovers there are fruits and vegetables she actually enjoys. She learns how to prepare them. Over time, her eating habits change, her health improves, and eventually, medication is no longer part of her daily life. Her family follows her lead—because food literacy doesn’t stop in the classroom. With food literacy, stories like this aren’t hypothetical. They’re happening. In this episode, I speak with Amber Stott, Founder and CEO—and proudly titled Chief Food Genius—of the Food Literacy Center. We talk about childhood obesity, food insecurity, and why teaching kids how to cook may be one of the most effective long-term health interventions we have. Why This Matters Nearly 40% of children in the Sacramento region are considered obese, many while also experiencing food insecurityCheap, calorie-dense food and a lack of basic food education are driving diet-related diseases at younger and younger agesOnce unhealthy habits are formed, they’re hard to undo—but kids don’t have habits yet, we can make a difference with the right programsFood Literacy Center focuses on prevention, not correction—building healthy behaviors early, when they’re most likely to stick. What You’ll Hear in This Episode Why hunger and obesity often exist side by sideHow hands-on cooking changes kids’ attitudes toward foodWhy 94% of students in the program try new fruits and vegetablesHow behavior change happens at school—and carries homeWhat it takes to scale impact without losing qualityWhy adults consistently underestimate what kids are willing to tryBy the Numbers 40% – Childhood obesity rate in the Sacramento region94% – Students who try new fruits or vegetables in the program75% – Students who ask for those foods at home23 schools – Current reach, with plans to double by 2027$160 per child – Cost of prevention versus far higher long-term health costsWho This Episode Is For Nonprofit leaders focused on prevention and early interventionEducators and school administratorsFunders interested in scalable, evidence-based programsAnyone concerned about childhood health, food access, and equityFind out more about the Food Literacy Center by visiting their website: FoodLiteracyCenter.org Episode Chapters 00:00 Why Food Literacy Started 05:20 Childhood Obesity & Food Insecurity 10:45 Why Schools Change Habits 17:30 Kids Try New Foods (94%) 25:15 Getting Food Home t Thank you so much for listening to this nonprofit story! We appreciate you. Please visit the website to sign up for our email updates and newsletter. https://www.nonprofpod.com/ And if you like, leave me a voicemail to comment on the program, leave a question for us to ask in the future or a message for me, Jeff Holden. I may even use your voice mail message in a future episode of one of our incredible local nonprofit organizations. https://www.nonprofpod.com/voicemail. Thanks again for your support in listening, commenting and sharing the great work our local nonprofits are accomplishing.

    55 min

  7. JAN 9

    NonProfit NewsPod: Homelessness in Sacramento Point in Time Count. The Value and Call for Volunteers.

    I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... In this NewsPod I speak with Trent Simmons, Chief Program Officer of Sacramento Steps Forward to unpack the latest Point-in-Time (PIT) Count and what the data actually tells us about homelessness in Sacramento. The PIT Count is more than a snapshot—it’s a federally required tool that shapes funding decisions, policy direction, and how resources are deployed across our region. In this conversation, we talk about what has changed since the last count, where progress is being made, and where challenges persist. We also explore why the numbers matter beyond headlines—how they reflect real people, real systems, and the long-term work required to move individuals from crisis to stability. This NewsPod is about context, clarity, and accountability—understanding not just what the data says, but why it matters. If you care about housing stability, public investment, or the effectiveness of our local response to homelessness, this is an essential listen. It's also a call to action to volunteer for the count. The goal is 1000 volunteers to get the most accurate count possible as numbers matter. The details on registration are below. What You’ll Hear in This NewsPod What the PIT Count measures—and what it doesn’tKey takeaways from Sacramento’s latest dataHow PIT Count results influence funding and strategyWhy year-to-year comparisons require nuanceThe importance of viewing data through a human lens2026 Point in Time Count When: January 26 & 27, 2026.  5:00–11:00 p.m. Volunteers are highly encouraged to participate in both nights of the count if possible. Where:  Volunteers will meet at the Scottish Rite Masonic Center (6151 H Street, Sacramento, CA 95819) before going out to pre-determined routes across the County. How:  Volunteers are required to register by January 16, 2026. https://www.sacramentostepsforward.org/data-and-analytics/2026-sacramento-point-in-time-count/ Thank you so much for listening to this nonprofit story! We appreciate you. Please visit the website to sign up for our email updates and newsletter. https://www.nonprofpod.com/ And if you like, leave me a voicemail to comment on the program, leave a question for us to ask in the future or a message for me, Jeff Holden. I may even use your voice mail message in a future episode of one of our incredible local nonprofit organizations. https://www.nonprofpod.com/voicemail. Thanks again for your support in listening, commenting and sharing the great work our local nonprofits are accomplishing.

    16 min
  8. Escaping Exploitation: Connect2Change's Empowerment Through Entrepreneurship.

    JAN 7

    Escaping Exploitation: Connect2Change's Empowerment Through Entrepreneurship.

    I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month, and this conversation lands right where awareness must lead: action, support, and long-term pathways to stability. In this episode, I speak with Emily Sanders, founder of Connect2Change—and a survivor herself—whose work is redefining what happens after someone escapes exploitation. Emily’s organization began with crisis support, but it has evolved into something rare and powerful: an empowerment-through-entrepreneurship model designed to help survivor-leaders build sustainable independence. Emily recently won Sacramento Venture Philanthropy’s Fast Pitch 2025—a major community vote of confidence in a young organization with an innovative approach. We talk about what that moment meant, why mentorship and ecosystem partnerships matter, and how entrepreneurship can interrupt cycles of dependency by rebuilding confidence, capability, and financial stability—one micro-enterprise at a time. This is a conversation about courage, reinvention, and what it really takes to build “what comes next.” In this episode, we cover: Why Human Trafficking Awareness Month must include survivor-led solutionsHow Connect2Change evolved from crisis intervention to entrepreneurshipThe difference between “services” and sustainable empowermentWhy strengths-based coaching and mindset work are central—not optionalThe 5-week cohort structure (AI training, assessments, business basics, money, ecosystem tours)The role of mentorship and community partnerships in long-term successWhat Emily would build if funding weren’t a limitation—and what she needs most right nowLearn more / Get involved Connect2Change: https://www.connect2change.org/Contact Emily: emily@connect2change.org CHAPTER SUMMARIES 00:00 – Human Trafficking Awareness Month & Why “After” Matters Why awareness must extend beyond rescue—and why long-term pathways to independence matter for survivors. 04:30 – Fast Pitch Victory & Community Validation Emily reflects on winning SVP Fast Pitch, what it meant for a young organization, and how belief from others fuels momentum. 11:45 – From Survivor to Founder Emily shares her personal story of survival and the moment she realized her own journey could become a roadmap for others. 17:30 – Rethinking Support: From Crisis Care to Empowerment How Connect2Change evolved from emergency services into an entrepreneurship-based empowerment model. 26:00 – Inside the Program: Building Confidence, Skills, and Stability A practical look at the cohort structure—mindset work, strengths assessments, financial healing, business basics, mentorship, and ecosystem connection. 41:30 – What Comes Next: Funding, Partnerships, and the Call to Action Emily outlines what the org Thank you so much for listening to this nonprofit story! We appreciate you. Please visit the website to sign up for our email updates and newsletter. https://www.nonprofpod.com/ And if you like, leave me a voicemail to comment on the program, leave a question for us to ask in the future or a message for me, Jeff Holden. I may even use your voice mail message in a future episode of one of our incredible local nonprofit organizations. https://www.nonprofpod.com/voicemail. Thanks again for your support in listening, commenting and sharing the great work our local nonprofits are accomplishing.

    48 min
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The NonProfit Podcast network is a compilation of not for profit businesses, organizations and community entities that are invited to be interviewed on the podcast pro-bono, use the network to find like organizations doing great work in their communities and source a one-stop listening shop of exclusively non profit organizations. This outlet is meant to give each featured non profit an opportunity to tell their story in their words, giving listeners a better and more complete understanding of the mission, vision and values as well as clearly delineating who they serve and how they're funded. Our intent is for this network to become a useful tool in helping any non profit organization begin the journey to successfully telling their story though podcasting then using that podcast as a marketing tool to reinforce their current supporters, reach new potential donors and volunteers through an easily deployed podcast. Growing reach for awareness with the speed of digital, this is just one more opportunity to get their story told to more people faster. By doing so, we expect this process to further embed the organizations in their communities of service as a result of the simplicity of distribution, the nature of the content and the ease of access to learn more about them.You can visit the website at https://www.nonprofpod.com/

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