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Nonprofit Mission: Impact

Nonprofit Mission: Impact

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 Nonprofit Mission Impact is the podcast for nonprofit leaders who want to build a better world without becoming a martyr to the cause. Hosted vy Carol Hamilton, nonprofit inclusive strategic planning and evaluation design consultant. On this podcast we explore · How to turn down the static and help you stop working at cross purposes - how to make your organization more effective by increasing the strategic alignment within your organization · All for this is for the purpose of creating greater mission impact.Grace Social Sector Consulting, LLC Economie Management Management et direction
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    • People Centered HR for Nonprofits with MR Rolfe

      People Centered HR for Nonprofits with MR Rolfe
      Feb 24 2026

      People-centered HR isn't a luxury—it's essential. Learn how nonprofit leaders can build equitable, transparent, and humane people practices that strengthen their organizations, even amid uncertainty and limited resources. In episode 143 of Nonprofit Mission: Impact, Carol Hamilton speaks with Megan Rolfe about:

      • what it really means to practice people-centered HR in nonprofit and social-change organizations—especially small teams navigating limited resources, rising uncertainty, and growing demands for equity.

      • reframing HR not as a compliance or risk-management function, but as a shared set of agreements about how people work together.

      • equitable compensation, including the difference between living and thriving wages, transparency in pay practices, and

      • balancing risk, safety and boldness in today's environment

      Throughout, Megan emphasizes progress over perfection, collective responsibility, and the relief that comes from remembering: you don't have to do this all by yourself, all at once, or exactly right.

      Episode highlights:

      [00:08:06] Finding HR by Accident—and Choosing It on Purpose

      [00:10:05] Why Small Organizations Are Where HR Can Be Transformative

      [00:12:50] What People-Centered HR Really Means



      [00:14:30] Protecting the Organization Because of the People

      [00:18:52] Living Wage vs. Thriving Wage

      [00:21:44] Start Where You Can: Entry-Level Pay Matters Most

      [00:24:52] Concrete Steps Toward More Equitable Pay—Without New Money

      [00:29:23] Why Pay Transparency Builds Trust

      [00:31:07] Navigating Risk, Fear, and "Safety" in Uncertain Times

      [00:34:15] Scenario Planning for People, Not Just Programs

      [00:37:030] A Mantra for Leaders Carrying Too Much

      Guest Bio:

      Megan Rolfe provides small social justice organizations with the HR support they need to move work forward and impact change. Having spent 15+ years supporting nonprofits and small businesses focused on making the world a better place, equipping the teams that most need capacity for their vital work holds a special place in her heart


      Important Links and Resources:

      Megan "MR" Rolfe

      Blue Swallow Consulting: Resources including working towards a thriving wage and first steps towards more equitable compensation

      Vega Mala Consulting: includes more resources on equitable compensation

      Be in Touch:

      ✉️ Subscribe to Carol's newsletter at Grace Social Sector Consulting and receive the Common Mistakes Nonprofits Make In Strategic Planning And How To Avoid Them

      📚Find the books referred to on Nonprofit Mission: Impact

      👥 Like what you heard? Please share the podcast with a colleague or friend

      🌟 Help more people learn about Nonprofit Mission: Impact by leaving a rating & review.

      😀 Connect with Carol Hamilton ➡️ LinkedIn
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      40 min
    • When Strategy Meets Organization Design for Nonprofits with Jeanne Bell

      When Strategy Meets Organization Design for Nonprofits with Jeanne Bell
      Feb 10 2026

      Nonprofit organization design is about how an organization works: how decisions get made, how power flows, how people collaborate across boundaries, and how strategy actually gets translated into day-to-day action. In episode 142, of Nonprofit Mission: Impact, Carol Hamilton and Jeanne Bell dig deeply into why organization design—often overlooked or reduced to org charts—is actually a missing discipline nonprofits need to truly operationalize their strategy and values.

      They discuss:

      • How nonprofits are too often stuck in false dichotomies (flat vs. hierarchical),

      • Why too many organizations are burdened by overly complicated compensation systems, and hindered by management team structures that don't reflect how strategy actually needs to happen.

      • How by aligning Galbraith's STAR model elements—strategy, structure, processes, rewards, and people, nonprofit organizations can genuinely act on their missions.

      This episode offers nonprofit leaders a grounded, liberating framework for rethinking how their organizations make decisions, how people collaborate, and what it really means to design for impact.

      Episode highlights:

      09:05 | Why the STAR Model Matters in Nonprofit Life 13:20 | A Clear, Shared Definition of Strategy (And Why It's Non-Negotiable) 15:15 | When to Revisit Strategy: The Changing Sociopolitical Context 17:25| Beyond Flat vs. Hierarchical: Designing for Roles, Accountability & Power 20:20 | The Critical Role of Cross-Functional Spaces 23:05 | Stop Creating Ineffective Committees & Task Forces 27:25 | Recommendations vs. Decisions: Be Honest About Power 30:05 | Rewards & Compensation: The Hidden Restraints on Organizational Design 35:35 | Job Descriptions: A Mechanistic Tool Limiting Flexibility 38:20 | Why Management Teams Don't Work (And What to Build Instead) 42:05 | The Question Every Nonprofit Leader Should Ask 44:35 | Closing Reflections

      Guest Bio:

      Jeanne Bell is the co-founder of Just Org Design. She has consulted on nonprofit strategy and organizational change for over 25 years. Jeanne also curates Nonprofit Quarterly's Leading Edge Program, recruiting and presenting nonprofit practitioners advancing more equitable nonprofit leadership practices. Previously, Jeanne led Compass Point Nonprofit Services, one of the country's premier leadership and capacity-building organizations. While serving as CEO, Jeanne also chaired the board of the Alliance for Nonprofit Management, a national association of nonprofit capacity builders and academics. She currently serves on the boards of Community Works and The Resilience Initiative (advisory). She has a Masters in Nonprofit Management from the University of San Francisco. Jeanne loves living in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico.

      Important Links and Resources:

      Jeanne Bell

      JustOrg Design

      The Missing Discipline: How How Organization Design Can Align and Propel Justice-Committed Nonprofits

      Designing Organizations by Jay Galbraith

      Be in Touch:

      ✉️ Subscribe to Carol's newsletter at Grace Social Sector Consulting and receive the Common Mistakes Nonprofits Make In Strategic Planning And How To Avoid Them

      📚Find the books referred to on Nonprofit Mission: Impact

      👥 Like what you heard? Please share the podcast with a colleague or friend

      🌟 Help more people learn about Nonprofit Mission: Impact by leaving a rating & review.

      😀 Follow Carol Hamilton ➡️ LinkedIn
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      46 min
    • Practicing Presence in Polarized Times for nonprofits and associations with Danielle Marshall

      Practicing Presence in Polarized Times for nonprofits and associations with Danielle Marshall
      Jan 27 2026
      Polarization isn't just a political issue—it's a leadership challenge, and this episode examines how nonprofit leaders can respond with presence rather than reactivity. In this "Learning Out Loud" episode of Nonprofit Mission: Impact, host Carol Hamilton and guest Danielle Marshall explore how nonprofit leaders can navigate today's polarized environment with greater awareness, empathy, and intention. Together they: Explore the tension between "winning" difficult conversations and staying grounded, clarifying purpose, and choosing 'right relationship' over being right. Unpack how polarization shows up not just in public discourse, but in workplaces, boardrooms, and personal relationships—and Discuss how small, practical practices like pausing, setting intentions, and taking responsibility for impact can help leaders build bridges instead of deepening divides. Episode Highlights [00:00:27] Polarization Moves From the Headlines Into Daily Life [00:01:20] Being Right vs. Being in Right Relationship [00:02:28] The Emotional Toll of Polarization [00:03:00] Modeling Constructive Dialogue as a Leader [00:06:18] Polarization Is Everywhere—Even When It's Not Directed at You [00:08:16] Entering Conversations With Awareness [00:09:22] Learning How to Listen Requires Practice [00:11:31] How Social Media Amplifies Division [00:13:00] Conflict Entrepreneurs and the Cost of Engagement [00:15:01] Choosing Curiosity Over Combat [00:16:44] Resetting Mid-Conversation [00:18:25] Owning Your Triggers [00:19:18] Learning From Missteps and Making Repair [00:22:02] Clarifying Meaning Instead of Making Assumptions [00:23:42] Defining Polarization [00:25:12] The Stories We Make About "Those People" [00:27:02] Setting Intentions Before Difficult Conversations [00:30:22] What Does "Right Relationship" Mean? [00:31:42] Accountability Without Punishment [00:34:10] Polarization as a Chasm—and the Skills That Build Bridges [00:35:47] Start With One Practice [00:36:23] Closing Conversations With Care [00:37:24] Begin Where You Are Guest Bio: Danielle Marshall is an equity strategist and executive coach committed to helping organizations and leaders embed inclusive practices into their operations in meaningful and sustainable ways. As the founder of Culture Principles, she designs tailored strategies that strengthen team dynamics, enhance problem-solving, and cultivate inclusive leadership. Danielle also coaches senior executives to deepen their cultural competencies, fostering greater empathy, effective communication, and equitable decision-making. An ICF-certified Executive Coach and engaging speaker, she brings extensive experience in organizational development, equipping leaders with the skills and confidence to navigate diverse work places with impact and integrity. Important Links and Resources: Danielle Marshall Culture Principles Linktree Unpacked: Culture Chronicles Be in Touch: ✉️ Subscribe to Carol's newsletter at Grace Social Sector Consulting and receive the Common Mistakes Nonprofits Make In Strategic Planning And How To Avoid Them 📚Find the books referred to on Nonprofit Mission: Impact 👥 Like what you heard? Please share the podcast with a colleague or friend 🌟 Help more people learn about Nonprofit Mission: Impact by leaving a rating & review. 😀 Connect with Carol Hamilton ➡️ LinkedIn
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      43 min
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