642. How to Break Down Silos + Pilot Innovation in Your Nonprofit - Nelle Miller, All Faiths Food Bank

Meet Nelle 🤝, the President + CEO of All Faiths Food Bank. From her start as a board member to leading the largest hunger relief organization in Sarasota and DeSoto counties, Nelle’s journey is all about stepping up with heart, vision, and a deep commitment to community.

In this episode, she shares the innovative ways her team is reimagining food access—from wellness markets to food-as-medicine initiatives 🌱. You’ll hear how breaking down silos, leaning into collaboration, and lifting up stories of lived experience can spark real change and impact far beyond a meal.

Nelle reminds us that leadership isn’t just about strategy, it’s about compassion, equity, and the belief that everyone deserves dignity at the table. Whether you’re a nonprofit leader, a volunteer, or simply passionate about social good, her wisdom and heart will leave you inspired to keep building a world where community always comes first.

Episode Highlights: 

• Nelle's Journey from Board Member to CEO (02:15)
• Innovative Strategies for Tackling Food Insecurity (05:45)
• The Importance of Community Collaboration (10:30)
• The Power of Storytelling in Social Change (15:20)
• Practical Advice for Nonprofit Leaders (20:10)
• Addressing Food Insecurity as a Fundamental Right (25:00)
• Nelle's "One Good Thing" (35:50)

Episode Shownotes: www.weareforgood.com/episode/642

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