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Send us a textNova Ukraine is dedicated to providing humanitarian aid and raising awareness about Ukraine in the United States as well as in the rest of the world.  They established solid relationships and worked hard to grow partnerships over the past several years. Because of this, Nova Ukraine was able to get right to work as tension built at the Ukrainian borders and formed part of the first response as the missile attacks started at the end of February. In the States, they’ve worked with individuals and partnerships to raise money and deliver tons of medical supplies and generators, load cargo planes, and provide accommodations to hungry and tired people and animals in and outside Ukraine. Yulia Zimmermann may be listed as the Marketing Lead for the organization, but after 30 minutes with her, you will know that for Yulia and Nova Ukraine, this is just the start.  Their passion and commitment to supporting a free and independent country will continue until peace is restored.  Yulia still has family struggling to leave, but her compassion and commitment to working for all affected Ukrainians is both compelling and inspiring. Links to the music, book, and performance Yulia recommends are listed below. Learn more about the organization and how you can help here: https://novaukraine.org/donate/Resource links:1. Music video by Florence+Machine, shot in Kyiv, Nov 2021 > Florence + The Machine - Free2. Music band Dakha Brakha3. Book: Red Famine STALIN'S WAR ON UKRAINE By Anne Applebaum4. Bay to Breakers + Nova Ukraine Running Fundraiser5. Events: https://novaukraine.org/war-time-events/6. NU Get involved: https://novaukraine.org/getinvolved/Support the show

Send us a textChad Martz was in Ukraine in late February overseeing Hungry for Life compassionate projects that included orphan care and food programs in the central-eastern regions for communities based in Nikopol, Poltava, and Mariupol. On February 24, as Russia invaded Chad, his Ukrainian wife Mary and their extended family, became the nucleus of Hungry for Life’s operations in the area that now sits in the eye of the storm.Today Cara sits down with Chad, now in western Ukraine, and Jeremy Roberts to discuss how this small organization has transformed into a frontline emergency responder, the inspiring support of volunteers, and the challenge of fundraising as the conflict continues to shatter lives.Canada-based Hungry for Life has been working in Ukraine since 2004, helping groups engage in compassionate projects such as widow care, food programs, social assistance, and building projects. Today together with local partners, volunteers and funds raised in Canada and around the world they continue to support as many in dire need as they can.You can reach out and/or donate here: https://www.hungryforlife.org/donateSupport the show

Send us a textThe conflict in Ukraine continues to take a terrible toll as it enters the second month.  In response to the ever-increasing humanitarian need, we connected with two nonprofit organizations that have been able to pivot their on-the-ground programs and respond to the challenge of distributing emergency aid through local partnerships and networks.Jeremy Roberts, IT Director of Hungry For Life International (HFL), and Yulia Zimmermann, co-founder of Nova Ukraine, share both their organizations’ strategies and needs going forward in a frank discussion.  Covering how in moments of extreme need the shared objective becomes a common goal, presenting opportunities to partner with other nonprofits who are better positioned to deliver the life-saving aid as quickly, safely, and efficiently as possible.Canada-based Hungry for Life has been working in Ukraine since 2004, helping groups engage in compassionate projects such as widow and orphan care, food programs, social assistance, and building projects. Hungry For Life's projects are primarily located in the central-east of the country, in the areas of Nikopol, Poltava, and Mariupol. We will be catching up with Jeremy and colleague Chad, on the ground in Ukrainein the coming week to find out more, but you can reach out and/or donate here: https://www.hungryforlife.org/donateNova Ukraine is dedicated to providing humanitarian aid to Ukraine and raising awareness about Ukraine in the United States as well as in the rest of the world.  They have to date delivered over 3 tons of medical supplies, millions of dollars in food and emergency aid, and partnered with others to provide accommodation to refugees in and outside of Ukraine.  Find out more and donate here: https://novaukraine.org/donate/Support the show

Send us a textRigid gender stereotypes are a public health crisis. For girls, gender stereotypes are the root cause of body hatred and shame, eating disorders, depression, low self-esteem, and low leadership ambition. For boys, gender role expectations are the primary driver of depression, risk-taking activities, substance abuse, suicide, and violence.The mission of today’s featured nonprofit, The Representation Project, is to fight sexism through films, education, research, and activism. They use media to challenge harmful gender norms and stereotypes. In the past decade, they have launched two national conversations that have changed the hearts and minds of millions. Join us in discussion with Dr. Caroline Heldman, Executive Director of The Representation Project, and find out more about the struggle to create a more equitable world where all humans can reach their full potential!Support the show

Send us a textAren’t dreams of the future what youth should be about?  Shareen Baptiste thinks so, so when she realized high school girls didn’t have the confidence to do this, she stepped right up.  Today she talks to Jena Lynch about the 5-year journey she and her Dream On Purpose co-founder Joanne Karagnara have been on since that moment, promoting informed, safe and healthy choices that strengthen parental relationships and serve as a connector to higher education and scholarship opportunities. Between elementary and high schools young girls’ self-esteem drops 3.5 times more than boys!  Dream On Purpose, a Florida-based nonprofit empowers American girls 18 and younger, to actualize their dreams through interactive workshops, local resources, and socialization in structured forums.  Support the show

Send us a textHome is where the heart is, but for an increasing amount of people a home of their own is just a dream.  Affordable housing is a challenge in most communities, without the work and support of organizations that support low-income families, a great many would never be able to own their homes.Heidi Bianco sat down with Habitat for Humanity of Greater Sacramento to discuss how they are impacting the lives of hundreds of families by building homes, communities, and hope.  Laine shares how this organization and its really committed group of volunteers build community, hope, and a future - not just houses.Habitat for Humanity of Greater Sacramento is dedicated to eliminating substandard housing locally and worldwide through constructing, rehabilitating, and preserving homes; advocating for fair and just housing policies, and providing training and access to resources to help families improve their shelter conditions.https://habitatgreatersac.orgLaine Himmelmann | LinkedInSupport the show

Send us a textIt is easier to build strong children than to repair broken men…Frederick Douglass may have spoken directly to JosiahKids founder and Chair Marlene Maina, when he said these words.JosiahKids is a nontraditional young leadership school committed to the mission of raising the next generation of service-minded leaders. From September through May, on the first and third Saturdays of the month, JosiahKids hosts a myriad of educational classes and events that include quality guest speakers, community service events, panel discussions, educational workshops, and leadership classes in a faith-based environment for young people between the ages of seven and 17.Educate, empower, equip! Strong and powerful words to live by, building strong and powerful leaders for tomorrow.  This is a remarkable interview, deeply moving, entirely motivational…Marlene has applied her life lessons, her heart, and soul to building a safe, community-led space that is making a difference, in the lives of our children, our future leaders.  Support the show

Send us a textThis week The Nonprofit Podcast gets to grips with running a lean nonprofit team in challenging times.  Jena sits down with Dr Linda Prieto, Executive Director of Upward Scholars, and Bertha Sanchez, a recent graduate on a remarkable upward trajectory! Upward Scholars is a Latinx-led organization that provides adult immigrants the boost they need to move up the economic ladder through education and career development support.Many immigrants that arrive in the US do not come with education and economic privilege. Upward Scholars is the only 501(c)(3) nonprofit in the Bay Area, California providing financial, academic, and career development support to adults struggling with economic hardship. As a result of their programs, students continue their education, get higher-paying jobs, and serve as role models and advocates for their children and community. Upward Scholars’ graduate Bertha Sanchez modestly shares her groundbreaking achievement with Jena, and you are going to have to listen to find out just how much this remarkable woman has achieved Upward Scholars support. Support the show

Send us a textFeeling a little overwhelmed by the work that awaits you in 2022?  If you think your passion for your nonprofit cause won’t push you far enough, listen to this!“One well and a water filter will change the future health, education access and way of life for 15 people, or three families.  It’s amazing what you can do with a PVC pump.”This is Co-founder and Executive Director Chris Coats speaking about the origins of Trailblazer Foundation to influencer Heidi Bianco on The Nonprofit Podcast with Donobox’s nonprofit evangelist Cara Augspurger.“We began with a school project, but quickly learned that water was the first priority. A person must have access to clean, potable water to improve health and sanitation. People must also have a water resource for growing their crops, livestock, and fish—the source of their food and commerce. Bad water is the cause of illness, malnutrition, and poverty. When there is good water, associated developments can occur to improve livelihoods and establish sustainable commerce.”  The Trailblazer Foundation is dedicated to improving the health, food security, education, and economic development in rural Cambodia; by providing clean water in ways that are self-sustaining by the individuals and the communities.  We sat down with Chris to discuss how they are improving the lives, health, and communities of hundreds of Cambodian families for over 17 years. https://thetrailblazerfoundation.org/Donorbox’s powerful fundraising software supports over 50,000 global organizations and individuals, including non-profits, charities, schools, churches, open-source projects, and medical research groups. We have learned an enormous amount about donor engagement, management, and administration along the way. More nonprofit resources and tutorials to help you on your journey:-- Learn more about nonprofit fundraising (https://donorbox.org/nonprofit-blog)- Some prominent case studies (https://donorbox.org/case-studies)- Donorbox full features (https://donorbox.org/features)- See how Donorbox integrates with other apps (https://donorbox.org/features)- Sign up for FREE today at, https://donorbox.org/orgs/newYou can also check out this short video, to see how you can easily start fundraising with us online, in as little as 15 minutes:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gctpjmjgeMwHost:Cara AugspurgerCara Augspurger has more than 20 years of experience in fundraising program development with specific experience in project management. Through experience in higher education, student affairs, faith-based, advocacy, and fraternal organizations, she now works with Donorbox.org to help nonprofit organizations to navigate their organizational goals and social impact by consulting and coaching on fundraising practices and fundamentalsInterviewer: Heidi Bianco - InfluencerExperienced Manager with expertise in Cross-Functional Relationship Management, Operational Improvements, and Experience Design. Executing memorable events, developing thought leaders into evangelists through social networks and program management. Utilizing creative energy and an inspiring attitude to provide the calm in any chaos, maintaining details without losing sight of the big picture, negotiations without devaluing the relationship, and mentoring to breathe life into performance management.#nonprofit #donation #donateSupport the show

Send us a textWelcome to our premiere episode of Donorbox’s The Nonprofit Podcast!   In this new season, we make keeping up with thought-leaders, influencers, and the committed, hardworking people who shape our sector as easy as pressing play!The Nonprofit Podcast is also the perfect place to get to know some of our leading nonprofit organizations.  Our nonprofit advocates will be drilling down on the hard-won, rich vein of experience sitting at the heart of organizations that have established successful nonprofits, working through their wins and warnings.  The Nonprofit Podcast is available every Thursday on all your favorite podcast platforms, so follow, rate, and download and don’t miss an episode.In our season kick-off, Men’s health is in the Nonprofit Spotlight as Movember’s Rich Loesing joins Heidi Bianco to share Movember's taboo-busting journey.  As the leading charity, including mental health and suicide prevention, prostate cancer, and testicular cancer, Movember is transforming the way research into men’s health is done, and the way health services reach and support men.Movember has raised over $1B, funding over 1 250 mens’ health projects across the globe. By 2030 they aim to reduce the number of men dying prematurely by 25% and are well on their way to achieving their goal.Support the show