Nonprofit Mission: Impact
Nonprofit Mission: Impact is the podcast for nonprofit leaders who want to build a better world without becoming a martyr to the cause. Interviews of nonprofit experts explore how to make your organization more effective and aligned for greater mission impact. Hosted by Carol Hamilton, principal, Grace Social Sector Consulting, inclusive nonprofit strategic planning and evaluation design consultant.
Episodes
In episode 133 of Nonprofit Mission: Impact, host Carol Hamilton and guest Paula Brantner, workplace fairness consultant and founder of Accountability Ignited, unpack the real challenges nonprofits face in preventing harassment, bullying, and misconduct.
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The often-overlooked gaps in nonprofit systems—particularly around r...
In episode 132 of Nonprofit Mission: Impact, Carol Hamilton and Justine Krank discuss the realities and nuances of pursuing US government grants for nonprofit organizations.
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common misconceptions including that government grants equals federal grants
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The challen...
In episode 131 of Nonprofit Mission: Impact, Carol Hamilton and Melissa Kessler explore the intersection of communications and organization development, particularly in moments of crisis, transition and change. They talk about
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how internal communications can either reinforce or undermine values, strategy, and humanity within an organization.
In episode 130 of Nonprofit Mission: Impact, Carol reflects on five years of podcasting and the sobering state of the nonprofit sector in 2025. While celebrating milestones, she also underscores the challenges nonprofits face amidst unprecedented political attacks, funding cuts, and threats to long-standing principles like nonpartisanship. Despite these challenges, Carol highlights the resilience, innovation, and criti...
In this episode of Nonprofit Mission: Impact, Carol Hamilton gives a tribute to nonprofit consulting star and nonprofit governance and fundraising expert Sabrina Walker Hernandez, President & CEO of Building Better Boards, by re-releasing their conversation from 2021. Ms. Hernandez passed away in July 2025 after a long battle with cancer.
Episode highlights:
[00:06:45] Finding Her Why: From L...
In episode 128 of Nonprofit Mission: Impact, Michael Randel joins Carol to explore how psychological safety—often dismissed as a “soft” concept—plays a critical role in nonprofit team performance, learning, and innovation.
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The connection between organizational readiness and the deeper human dynamics that shape effective lea...
In episode 127 of Mission: Impact, Carol Hamilton speaks with Cat Lazaroff. They talk about her work around engaging white-led and majority-white organizations in meaningful culture change to more inclusive, diverse and equitable cultures.
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how nonprofit leaders, especially white leaders, can begin and sustain their own equit...
In episode 126 of Nonprofit Mission: Impact, Carol Hamilton and Matt Hugg discuss the unique landscape of nonprofit careers.
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what makes nonprofit work meaningful and distinctive, including the opportunities and challenges for those transitioning into or advancing within the sector.
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In episode 125, of Nonprofit Mission: Impact, Carol Hamilton talks with Michele Walls. Michele shares her deep well of experience in nonprofit fundraising, communications, and strategic development. They explore:
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the importance of thoughtful relationship-building, patience, and team collaboration in securing sustainable funding.
In episode 124 of Nonprofit Mission: Impact, Carol Hamilton and LeeAnn Mallorie discuss about navigating leadership from a place of embodiment, resilience, and grace. They explore:
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how tuning into the body can help leaders make better choices, weather organizational turbulence, and come through crisis with renewed purpose.
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In episode 123 of Nonprofit Mission: Impact, Carol Hamilton and Josh Hirsch discuss using AI in fundraising and donor engagement.
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The evolution of AI, and its potential to enhance how organizations connect with donors.
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How to train AI tools effectively, leverag...
In episode 122 of Mission: Impact, Carol Hamilton and James Young discuss the role of community, social innovation, and problem-solving in nonprofit leadership. They explore
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how organizations can foster meaningful collaboration,
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move beyond traditional silos, and embrace an interdiscipli...
In episode 121 of Nonprofit Mission: Impact, Carol Hamilton and Rachel Jellinek discuss the power of video storytelling for nonprofits. They talk about:
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how nonprofits can use video effectively to connect with their audiences,
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How to maintain ethical storytelling practices.
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In episode 120 of Nonprofit Mission: Impact, Carol Hamilton and Leah Kral discuss how to foster innovation within nonprofits.
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uncovering hidden needs,
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asking courageous questions,
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In this solo episode of Nonprofit Mission Impact, Carol Hamilton delves into scenario planning and its value for nonprofits navigating an era of heightened uncertainty. She emphasizes
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how scenario planning moves organizations from a state of overwhelm to proactive action,
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outlines a step-...
In episode 118 of Nonprofit Mission: Impact, Carol Hamilton talks with Meghan Speer about the concept of holistic communication within nonprofit organizations. They discuss:
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the importance of ensuring consistency and clarity across all communication channels to enhance donor engagement and confidence.
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In episode 117 of Nonprofit Mission: Impact, Carol Hamilton and Danielle Marshall collaborate on another “learning out loud” episode. They discuss the challenges nonprofit leaders face in these chaotic, uncertain and threatening times. They explore:
In episode 116 of Nonprofit Mission: Impact, Carol Hamilton interviews Jami Yazdani, a nonprofit project management expert specializing in helping organizations achieve their goals effectively. The conversation:
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Focuses on the nuances of project management in mission-driven organizations,
In episode 115 of Nonprofit Mission: Impact, Carol Hamilton and Michael Butera dive into the challenges and opportunities facing associations as they adapt to 21st-century realities.
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The difference between strategic thinking and strategic planning
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Why acting ...
In episode 114 of Nonprofit Mission: Impact, Carol Hamilton is re-releasing a favorite from last year. It includes:
- What strategic planning is and is not
- The five steps to a comprehensive strategic planning process
- The Keys to ensuring your plan gets put into action and stays relevant
The five steps are 1. kick off, 2. discovery or listening tour, 3. explore, 4. decide, 5. plan & act
Strategic planning:
Strategic plannin...
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