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July 25, 2025

Non Profit NewsPod: The Sacramento Region Community Foundation's Phil…

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... The Association of Fundraising Professionals, California Capital Chapter and The Sacramento Region Community Foundation have joined teams to create a powerful day of philanthropy recognition, awareness and connection on Se…

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July 23, 2025

UCP's (United Cerebral Palsy) Long Term Vision for Innovative Growth …

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... What if a nonprofit could not only sustain itself but thrive in an ever-changing financial landscape? Doug Bergman, President and CEO from the innovative organization known as United Cerebral Palsy or UCP, shares how they'…

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July 16, 2025

ALS: Facing the Journey with Support, Resources and Courage.

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... What would you do if your mind remained sharp, but your body slowly ceased to respond? Join me as I explore the harrowing reality of ALS, a neurodegenerative disease that traps individuals in their own bodies while leaving…

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July 11, 2025

Non Profit NewsPod: Stepping Into Full Power Town Hall Meeting

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... Learn what the upcoming nonprofit "Town Hall Meeting" is all about in this NonProfit NewsPod as Vince Sales from Everyday Impact Consulting and Kim Williams from Building Healthy Communities share why this important commun…

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July 9, 2025

Supporting Grief and Loss: The Impact of the Bereavement Network Reso…

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... How do we truly support those navigating the turbulent waters of grief and loss? How do we even define the nature of what grief or loss may be? Gather insightful perspectives from my guests, Elizabeth Cantu and Suzanne Aus…

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July 2, 2025

CTEC Empowers Communication Access Through Technology.

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... What if we could give a voice to those who struggle to express themselves verbally? Join me as I explore this powerful question with my guest, Program Manager, Stephanie Maki from CTEC. Stephanie walks us through the visio…

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June 25, 2025

Success in Our Schools: City Year Transforms Learning Culture.

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... What if education could be the key to breaking the cycle of generational poverty? Join me as I explore this concept with our insightful guests, Macey Amissah McKinney and Josefina Avena Garcia from City Year. We uncover ho…

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June 23, 2025

Non Profit NewsPod: SMUD Shine Awards Application Window NOW OPEN

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... What if your nonprofit could tap into a wealth of resources and support to enhance your community impact? Join us as we explore the incredible power of the SMUD Shine Awards with Kevin Burdick, the Sustainable Community Pa…

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June 18, 2025

40 Years of Impact: Sierra Health Foundation's Progressive Programs, …

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... What transformative power can philanthropy hold in addressing community health challenges? Explore this fascinating question as we celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Sierra Health Foundation with President & CEO, Ch…

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June 11, 2025

Transforming Lives Through Equine Therapy: The Impact of Project R.I.…

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... Join me as I welcome Rachel Prettyman, newly announced Executive Director and Emily Calanchini, Community Outreach Manager, to the Nonprofit Podcast Network for an inspiring discussion about Project R.I.D.E, an amazing equ…

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June 5, 2025

Non Profit NewsPod: Sacramento Venture Philanthropy's 10th Anniversar…

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... What if your nonprofit could captivate hearts and open wallets with just a few words? Discover the secrets of effective storytelling in our enlightening conversation with Brad Squires from Sacramento Venture Philanthropy. …

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June 4, 2025

Revamping Service Organizations: How One Kiwanis Club Approach is Mak…

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... As a high school freshman, Katie Escajeda's passion for community service was ignited when she joined Kiwanis. Katie, Divison leader and President o...

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May 28, 2025

My Sister's House Helps Overcome Cultural and Language Barriers in Se…

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... This episode highlights a significant leadership transition at My Sister's House. Christine Nguyen steps into the role of CEO, while Yen Marshall moves back on to the board of directors after a well-deserved break. This ch…

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May 21, 2025

Single Mom Strong's Story is One of Empowerment, Education and Commun…

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... Continuing our theme of organizations serving mother's and children in the month of May, Single Mom Strong brings us yet another perspective on how properly addressing a need can really change lives for the better. Ever wo…

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May 19, 2025

Non Profit NewsPod: Endowments and Foundations Sustainability Report

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... What role do endowments and foundations play in ensuring the financial health of nonprofits? Scott Thomas, Principal and Financial Advisor at CapTrust Sacramento, joins us to share. Drawing from the 2024 CapTrust report, S…

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May 14, 2025

Wellspring Women's Center: Community Sanctuary with Dignity and Love.

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... Genelle Smith, Executive Director of Wellspring Women's Center joins me to share the inspiring journey of an organization that started with a simple act of kindness and blossomed into a vital community sanctuary. Founded o…

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May 7, 2025

Homelessness to Hope: Saint John's Program for Real Change is a Mothe…

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... What if you found yourself on the brink of losing everything, only to rise stronger than ever before? Join me in conversation with Scott Richards, CEO of Saint John's Program for Real Change and Monica, a resilient alum of…

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May 5, 2025

Non Profit NewsPod: Big Day of Giving's Record Breaking Philanthropy

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... Could the spirit of giving truly transform a community? Join me as I discuss the record-breaking success of the Big Day of Giving, a dazzling testament to the generosity of the Sacramento region. With Kerry Wood, Executive…

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April 30, 2025

Student Empowerment = Tech for Success: The EdTechquity Platform.

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... Maria Medrano joins me this episode to share her inspiring journey from humble beginnings to becoming a trailblazer in educational technology. Her d...

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April 28, 2025

NewsPod Special Series: BDOG #4 Why Supporting Sustainability is Esse…

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... Ready to transform your understanding of nonprofit sustainability? Join me in conversation with Niva Flor, Chief Impact Officer at the Sacramento Re...

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April 24, 2025

NewsPod Special Series: BDOG #3 Improve Your Tomorrow's Michael Lynch…

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... Michael Lynch, the visionary co-founder and CEO of Improve Your Tomorrow (IYT), brings his compelling insights on bridging education and health equi...

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April 23, 2025

Buddy Hale's Musiclandria is Breaking Barriers to Musical Expression

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... What if everyone had the chance to unlock their musical potential, regardless of their background or financial situation? Meet Buddy Hale, the visio...

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April 21, 2025

NewsPod Special Series: BDOG #2 Yolo Farm to Fork's Salvador Ramirez …

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... Sal Ramirez, Executive Director of Yolo Farm to Fork, joins me on this newspod as he shares his dedication to promoting health equity in child devel...

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April 17, 2025

NewsPod Special Series: BDOG Kickoff With Sacramento Region Community…

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... What if the secret to a thriving nonprofit sector lies in the power of trust and flexibility? Join me as we uncover the potential of unrestricted fu...

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