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. 19H AGO

    NonProfit NewsPod: Greater Sacramento Impact & Philanthropy Awards Launch Their First Year

    I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... In this NewsPod, I sit down with Colby Bell of New York Life to talk about something Sacramento’s nonprofit community has long deserved—its own moment of recognition. What started as a simple gathering of nonprofit leaders has grown into the first annual Greater Sacramento Impact & Philanthropy (GSIP) Awards—an event designed to celebrate the organizations doing the real, boots-on-the-ground work across our region. Colby shares how this idea evolved from casual mixers into a fully realized awards program, backed by partners like New York Life and Sacramento Venture Philanthropy. Together, they’ve created an opportunity to not only recognize impact—but to invest in it. With 10 award categories, 30 finalists, and an incredible 7,000 community votes, this first-year event is already proving something powerful: Sacramento shows up for its nonprofits. Each category winner will receive $2,500 in unrestricted funding, supporting the critical work happening every day across areas like housing, education, food security, and community building. This isn’t just an event—it’s the beginning of something much bigger. 📍 Event Details Event: Greater Sacramento Impact & Philanthropy (GSIP) AwardsDate: April 9Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PMLocation: Arcade Underground, Old SacramentoAdmission: Free (Registration Required)🔗 Registration link: GSIP Registration link 🎯 Why It Matters For years, nonprofits have done extraordinary work—often without the spotlight. This event flips that. It recognizes impact in real time. It brings the community into the process. And it creates momentum for deeper investment in the sector. Most importantly, it sends a message: The work matters—and the people doing it deserve to be seen. 🧭 Chapters 00:00 – Introduction to the GSIP Awards 01:00 – How a simple mixer became something bigger 02:00 – Building support and securing funding 03:00 – Award categories and community impact areas 04:00 – Partner involvement and SVP’s role 05:00 – Selecting the 30 finalists 06:00 – 7,000 votes and community engagement 07:00 – Funding breakdown and award structure 08:00 – Event details and how to attend 09:00 – Closing thoughts and community invitation 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.

    10 min
  2. From Prison to Purpose: How Good Cause Sacramento Is Breaking the Cycle of Recidivism

    3D AGO

    From Prison to Purpose: How Good Cause Sacramento Is Breaking the Cycle of Recidivism

    I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... This is one of the more powerful conversations I’ve had on the podcast. I sit down with Malcolm Johnson and Colleen McCusker from Good Cause Sacramento—an organization built not from theory, but from lived experience. Malcolm’s journey from addiction and incarceration to building a process that helps others successfully reenter society is nothing short of remarkable. What stood out to me most is this: the system often gives people tools—but not a place to use them. And without that foundation, the cycle continues. Good Cause Sacramento is changing that. Through structure, accountability, and community, they’re helping men and women not just avoid going back—but actually build lives worth staying for. This is a conversation about second chances—but more importantly, what it actually takes to make them work and reduce recidivism to virtually nil.  💡 Why It MattersReal change starts with environment, not intention. Without stability, even the best tools don’t work.Lived experience builds better solutions. Malcolm didn’t study the problem—he lived it.Accountability creates dignity. This model expects participation, not dependence.Second chances need structure. Hope alone isn’t enough—process is what makes it stick.Community plays a role. Jobs, transportation, and opportunity are just as critical as funding.To learn more about Good Cause Sacramento please visit: https://goodcausesac.org Chapter Outline: 0:00 — Cold Open: $200, a Bus Stop, and No Way Forward  2:05 — Introduction: Why This Story Matters  3:50 — Malcolm’s Backstory and Breaking Point  6:30 — Prison Realization: Why the Cycle Repeats  9:00 — Release Day Reality: No Support, No Direction  12:00 — The Turning Point: Faith, Story, and Momentum  16:10 — Building Good Cause: From Notes to a Process  20:00 — Why Housing and Structure Come First  25:30 — What Drives an 80% Success Rate  37:30 — Expanding the Model: Women’s House and Growth  43:00 — Success, Vision, and How to Help 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.

    54 min

  3. MAR 21

    NonProfit NewsPod: Anh Phoong Teams Up With American Heart Association's Go Red for Women

    I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... In this NewsPod, I sit down with Anh Phoong—yes, that Anh Phoong—but this time, it’s not about the courtroom or billboards. It’s about something far more personal and urgent. Anh joins me as a Woman of Impact for the American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women campaign, a nationwide effort focused on raising awareness and funds to fight the number one killer of women: heart disease. What makes this conversation powerful is the why behind her involvement. After her mother suffered a sudden heart attack in 2022, Anh saw firsthand how quickly life can change—and how critical awareness, prevention, and action really are. We talk about: Why heart disease remains the leading cause of death for womenThe reality that 80% of cases are preventableThe importance of advocating for your own healthAnd how a little friendly competition is helping raise serious dollars for lifesaving researchAnh shares how her team is getting creative—from community events to partnerships and grassroots fundraising—to make an impact during this nine-week campaign. But more than anything, this episode is a reminder: 👉 Take your health seriously 👉 Don’t ignore the signs 👉 And don’t wait to act If something feels wrong—say something, do something, and follow through. You can support Anh’s campaign and the American Heart Association by visiting her fundraising page in the link below. Go Red For Women Link: HERE 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.

    10 min
  4. From Advocacy to Action: Inside the Work of the Sacramento Metro Chamber

    MAR 18

    From Advocacy to Action: Inside the Work of the Sacramento Metro Chamber

    I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... In this episode, I sit down with Robert Heidt, President and CEO of the Sacramento Metro Chamber, to explore the role the Chamber plays in shaping the economic future of the Capital Region. Serving six counties and 22 cities, the Chamber works to convene business leaders, advocate for regional priorities, and create programs that help businesses and communities grow together.  Robert shares how chambers have evolved from simple networking organizations into catalysts for economic development, regional collaboration, and leadership development. We talk about signature programs like Cap-to-Cap and Study Mission, the Chamber’s collaboration with organizations like Valley Vision and the Greater Sacramento Economic Council, and why storytelling and relationships remain at the core of building a strong regional economy. We also discuss the importance of supporting small businesses, engaging nonprofit organizations as economic partners, and why Sacramento’s ability to work together across jurisdictions is one of its greatest strengths. To learn more about the chamber visit: https://www.metrochamber.org/ To give Robert a call: 916-552-6800 Chapter Highlights1. What the Sacramento Metro Chamber Really Does An overview of the Chamber’s role in fostering a strong regional economy and advocating for businesses across six counties and 22 cities. 2. Why Chambers of Commerce Still Matter How chambers have evolved from traditional networking groups into strategic conveners of economic leadership. 3. The Power of Cap-to-Cap Why Sacramento sends the largest chamber delegation in the country to Washington, D.C., and how advocacy helps shape federal policy. 4. Study Missions and Learning from Other Cities How exploring cities like Detroit helps Sacramento identify new opportunities for growth and revitalization. 5. Collaboration Across the Region The Chamber’s partnerships with organizations like the Greater Sacramento Economic Council and Valley Vision to drive regional strategy. 6. Supporting Small Business and Entrepreneurship Why the Chamber’s work ultimately supports the thousands of small and mid-size businesses that power the regional economy. 7. The Speaker Series and Bringing Big Ideas to Sacramento How the Chamber is expanding the Sacramento Speaker Series to bring national thought leaders into the community. 8. Leadership Development and the Next Generation Programs designed to nurture young professionals and develop the region’s future business and civic leaders. 9. Running a Modern Chamber How the Chamber operates as a member-driven organization serving nearly 2,000 businesses across the region. 10. Why Sacramento’s Collaborative Spirit Matters Robert shares why Sacramento’s willingness to work together may be its greatest competitive advantage. 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.

    1h 3m
  5. She Walked in Homeless Then Became Hopeful. How Women's Empowerment Changes Lives.

    MAR 11

    She Walked in Homeless Then Became Hopeful. How Women's Empowerment Changes Lives.

    I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... Homelessness is often misunderstood. For many women and families, it begins with a single crisis—domestic violence, a medical emergency, or simply the inability to afford housing while raising children. In this episode, I speak with Lisa Culp, founder of Women’s Empowerment, and Robin Kelly-Dunton, a graduate of the program who now serves as chair of its board. Together they share the story of an organization that has spent the last 25 years helping women and children build a pathway out of poverty and homelessness. Robin’s story sits at the heart of our conversation. She arrived at Women’s Empowerment after losing everything—caring for an incapacitated husband, raising a newborn, and struggling with homelessness. What she found when she walked through the doors was something she hadn’t felt in months: hope. Through the organization’s nine-week program, Robin gained job training, mentorship, and the confidence to rebuild her life. That opportunity eventually led to a full-time role in public service, and today she serves as chair of the board for the very organization that helped change her future. Lisa and Robin also talk about the realities facing women experiencing homelessness—especially single mothers—and how Women’s Empowerment combines employment training, childcare, housing support, and mentorship to help families stabilize and move forward. It’s a powerful reminder that when people are given the tools, support, and belief that change is possible, transformation can happen. To learn more about Women's Empowerment, visit https://womens-empowerment.org/ Chapters 00:00 — Introduction to Women’s Empowerment 01:10 — How the Organization Began 04:20 — Understanding the Real Causes of Homelessness 10:50 — Robin’s Journey to Women’s Empowerment 17:00 — Inside the Nine-Week Program 24:00 — Employment Partnerships and Career Pathways 31:40 — Robin’s Internship and Career Breakthrough 37:30 — Community Partnerships That Support the Mission 43:30 — Graduates Supporting the Next Generation 49:40 — Funding the Work and Sustaining Impact 56:10 — The Vision for the Future 01:00:30 — How to Support Women’s Empowerment 01:02:30 — Closing Reflections 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.

    1h 7m
  6. Arts Education is Creativity in the Classroom. This Organization is Restoring Arts in our Schools.

    MAR 4

    Arts Education is Creativity in the Classroom. This Organization is Restoring Arts in our Schools.

    I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... What happens when a community decides the arts aren’t a luxury — they’re essential? In this episode, I sit down with Allison Cagley, Executive Director and the driving force behind Friends of Sacramento Arts, an organization leading the charge to restore arts and music education in public schools across our region. We talk about what was lost after Prop 13, what’s possible through Prop 28, and why this moment is a once-in-a-generation opportunity for Sacramento’s students. This conversation goes far beyond paintbrushes and pianos. We explore: Why arts education impacts graduation rates, attendance, and student engagementHow creativity fuels workforce readiness and economic developmentThe long game of advocacy — and why patience and persistence matterThe real challenges of implementing Prop 28 fundingWhat it looks like when students finally have access to choir, band, theater, and visual artsAllison shares how this small but mighty nonprofit has navigated pandemic pivots, state-level partnerships, and school district bureaucracy to keep one bold vision alive: Arts every day. For Every child. In Every school. We also talk about the deeper human impact — the moment when a child beams on stage, when parents from 15 different cultures gather in a school cafeteria to watch their kids shine, and when students say, “The only reason I come to school is my drama class.” That’s not enrichment. That’s belonging. If you care about Sacramento’s future — its culture, workforce, and community vibrancy — this episode matters. About Friends of Sacramento Arts Friends of Sacramento Arts advocates for equitable, comprehensive arts and music education in public schools. Through policy engagement, statewide partnerships, and community leadership, they are working to ensure every student has access to meaningful arts learning opportunities. 🔗 Learn more: https://friendsofsacramentoarts.org 🎉 Arts Education Month Celebration: Every March 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

  7. FEB 27

    NonProfit NewsPod: Impact 100 - Apply Now for $100,000 Grants

    I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... Impact 100 Greater Sacramento is now accepting nonprofit grant applications —and this is not just another funding opportunity. In this Newspod, I sit down with Sarina Paulsen, President of Impact 100 Greater Sacramento, to talk about how their collective giving model turns 100 women donating $1,000 into transformational $100,000 grants. Last year alone, more than $450,000 was awarded across Sacramento, Placer, Yolo, and El Dorado counties. We break down eligibility, deadlines, categories, and why even applying brings visibility and connection beyond the grant itself. Applications close March 21, 2026. If your nonprofit has a bold, high-impact project ready to scale, this is your moment. To learn more, visit https://impact100greatersacramento.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
  8. A Sense of Space: Discovering Sacramento’s American River Parkway

    FEB 25

    A Sense of Space: Discovering Sacramento’s American River Parkway

    I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... American River Parkway Foundation – Protecting 23 Miles of Sacramento’s Backyard I’m on the American River Parkway multiple times a week. Cycling. Running. Watching the fog rise off the river. And like many of you, I’ve probably taken it for granted. But what if I told you only about 10% of Sacramento County residents recognize the Parkway as a connected 23-mile resource? In this episode, I sit down with Diana Poggetto, Executive Director of the American River Parkway Foundation, to talk about what it really takes to protect 4,800 acres of open space that sit just minutes from our homes. We cover: The 15,000+ volunteer hours that keep the Parkway clean and accessibleWhat happens when 88,000 cubic feet per second of water roars through the riverWhy the Parkway is first and foremost a flood conveyance zoneHow Title I students are experiencing the river for the first timeThe Afghan families, cyclists, runners, artists, and seniors who all share this spaceTwo major community events: Summer Solstice and the American River Burger BattleWhy growing awareness beyond that 10% is critical for the Parkway’s futureWhat struck me most is Diana’s phrase: The Parkway isn’t just a “sense of place.” It’s a sense of space.It’s free. It’s accessible. And it unites Sacramento across cities, cultures, and generations. If you care about open space, equity in access to nature, volunteerism, or simply protecting what makes Sacramento special — this conversation is for you. 🔗 Learn More & Get Involved Visit: https://arpf.org Chapter Time Stamps 00:00 – Why the Parkway matters personally 02:30 – 23 miles, 4,800 acres, and what most people don’t know 04:00 – Trash removal, invasive plants, and volunteer power 06:00 – Youth exposure & Title I students discovering nature 10:30 – Large-scale community cleanups (800–2,000 volunteers) 12:30 – How the organization is funded 14:00 – Summer Solstice & Burger Battle fundraisers 15:45 – The “blank check” vision for the Parkway 18:30 – The greatest need: community advocacy 22:00 – Flood seasons & 88,000 CFS 26:00 – Managing nature and finding balance 29:00 – Marketing the Parkway & video campaign 33:00 – Engaging the next generation If you haven’t been out on the Parkway recently — go. You can enter almost anywhere. And it belongs to all of us. 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.

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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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