“The most powerful tool we have is connection—when nonprofits share their stories, they don’t just inform, they inspire transformation.” — Sarah Boxx
Over the years, we’ve worked alongside entrepreneurs, community leaders, and changemakers of all kinds. But something has become increasingly clear: our heart, and our best work, belongs with nonprofits. From strategic planning to cinematic storytelling to capacity-building for leadership teams, we’ve found our most meaningful and impactful partnerships within the nonprofit sector.
That’s why—beginning this summer—we’re turning our spotlight entirely toward nonprofit organizations and their leaders.
In May, we launched our new podcast, Nonprofits Today, with the goal of amplifying the voices of nonprofit organizations, executives and uncovering the insights, challenges, and innovations shaping the future of social impact work. Our guests aren’t talking theory, they’re in the trenches. They’re building networks, navigating policy, rethinking funding models, and inspiring lasting change in their communities and across the globe.
Why Now?
Nonprofits are navigating unprecedented levels of complexity—rising needs, shifting donor landscapes, and an urgent call to reimagine systems that serve more equitably. Through it all, these leaders are rising to the challenge. They’re refining missions, mobilizing communities, and pushing for policy change—not just reacting to what is, but boldly shaping what’s next.
As our work and focus shift fully into this space, we’re excited to spend the summer elevating what we’re learning from nonprofit leaders—on Nonprofits Today and in the work, we do behind the scenes.
What to Expect This Summer
Each blog post will spotlight a different nonprofit executive, team, or innovation. We’ll unpack key takeaways from fieldwork, podcast interviews and link them to practical insights for your organization.
Where appropriate, we’ll also draw connections to insights from our No Labels No Limits podcast, especially where personal leadership journeys meet social good. You’ll find inspiration, actionable strategies, and perhaps a few nudges to revisit what really drives impact in your mission.
On the Horizon
Here are just a few of the leaders and stories I’ll be sharing in the coming weeks.
- Adonai Mack, CEO, Child Action, Inc. Building equity and access into statewide early learning systems through advocacy, systems partnerships, and leadership cultivation.
- Brian Grasso, CEO, Simple Charity. Mobilizing a generation of young adults to practice whole-life generosity and rethink global giving through a lens of spiritual formation.
- Pam Baker, Founder, Women’s Coaching Alliance. Advancing female leadership by coaching youth sports and building inclusive spaces that prepare and empower women to lead—on and off the field.
- Robyn Spoon, Founder & CEO, Elevate Childhood Cancer Research and Advocacy, Inc. Driving innovation in childhood cancer research by uniting families, scientists, and policymakers—while transforming personal experience into national advocacy.
- Tim Curington, Executive Director, Prison Alliance. Leading a global digital transformation while staying rooted in a discipleship mission for incarcerated individuals.
- Thana Hickman-Simmons, Founder & Executive Director, Viola’s House. Creating safe, supportive housing and services for pregnant teens and young mothers experiencing homelessness in Dallas.
- Terry Rich, Former CEO, Iowa Lottery and Blank Park Zoo. Sharing real-world lessons in ethical leadership, crisis response, and the power of storytelling to engage and retain stakeholder trust.
Want to Follow Along?
We invite you to explore these stories each week—and reflect on what they spark in your own leadership. Whether you lead a $20M organization or a new pilot project, we believe there’s something powerful in learning from others walking similar paths.
If your team is ready to revisit your strategy, amplify your story, or grow your leadership capacity, we’d love to hear from you. Helping nonprofits lead with clarity and communicate with impact? That’s what we do.
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