We Are For Good Podcast - The Podcast for Nonprofits 617. Centering Community and Justice: GreenLight Fund’s Model for Localized Impact - Ali Knight
Meet Ali, the CEO of GreenLight Fund and former leader of Fresh Lifelines for Youth. He joins us to share how his lived experience fuels his commitment to equity-driven leadership and community transformation. 🩵
In this conversation, Ali unpacks GreenLight Fund’s unique model for scaling evidence-based nonprofits into new cities—and what it means to center community voice in every step. He speaks candidly about navigating leadership transitions, anchoring in values like justice and generosity, and why listening to those closest to the challenges is key to building lasting solutions. You'll hear timely insights for leading through change and striving for deeper, more sustainable impact. 🎧
Episode Highlights
- Ali Knight’s Journey and Lived Experience (04:39)
- Understanding the Greenlight Fund Model (06:21)
- Hyper-Local Solutions to Community Needs (08:42)
- Navigating Local Contexts for Impact (11:23)
- Empowerment Through the Selection Advisory Council (14:00)
- Real-World Impact: Success Stories from Greenlight (20:22)
- Values that Anchor Leadership in Turbulent Times (25:29)
- Moments of Philanthropy and Community Trust (28:58)
- Ali’s One Good Thing: Listening to the Community (32:01)
Episode Shownotes: www.weareforgood.com/episode/617
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