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Sept. 10, 2025

American Red Cross: Alleviating Human Suffering.

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... I went into this thinking I knew the American Red Cross—fires and floods, they're there. Disasters? Yep. All over it. What I didn't know is what you're going to hear in this episode and that is what happens the rest of the…

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Sept. 3, 2025

Struggle to Scholar: "Improve Your Tomorrow" Builds Academic Success.

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... Growing up in a single-parent household, Michael Lynch found his way to higher education through football. A tragic loss to gun violence transformed his perspective, driving him to uplift his community. Set against the bac…

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Aug. 27, 2025

The Salvation Army: A Faithful Legacy of Impact Through Job Creation …

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... Join me, Jeff Holden, as I speak with Peter Pemberton and Christina Kitchen as they discuss the vast range of services provided by the Salvation Army. Peter, recently promoted to Major and transferred to Sacramento, shares…

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Aug. 20, 2025

Murals to Movements, Wide Open Walls Creates Art for All.

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... Join me as I converse with David Sobon, Founder and CEO of Wide Open Walls, a most unique nonprofit. We discuss the impactful mural movement that has transformed Sacramento into a vibrant city-wide canvas, celebrating dive…

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Aug. 13, 2025

Cancer Tragedy Creates Transformation. Doug Carson Explains Albie Awa…

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... Can a personal tragedy ignite a movement to reshape our healthcare system? Doug Carson joins us to reveal the poignant story behind Albie Aware, a foundation born from the heartache of losing his wife, Albie, to breast can…

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Aug. 7, 2025

Non Profit NewsPod: Impact 100 to Award $452,000!

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... Discover the transformative power of collective giving as we share how Impact 100 is reshaping communities, one grant at a time. This NewsPod Sarina Paulson, President of Impact 100, shares the annual grant awards program …

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Aug. 6, 2025

From Loss to Life: One Family's Legacy is Organ Donation

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... Can a tragic loss transform into a legacy of life? Join us for an emotional journey with Brad Barroso, Founder of Trevor's 2nd Chance, as he recounts the story of his son Trevor, whose selfless decision to become an organ …

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July 30, 2025

Christmas in July? How Christmas Hope Brings Joy and Surprise to Fami…

I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text... Growing up in a household fraught with challenges, including a mother battling addiction, Paul Somerhausen's relationship with Christmas was anything but typical. Despite these hurdles, Paul turned his early life experienc…

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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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