Start & Grow Your Nonprofit Podcast

Hosted by nonprofit coaches Tim Needham and Mary Valloni, each episode of the Start and Grow Your Nonprofit Podcast is designed to bring together nonprofit entrepreneurs who have successfully built impactful organizations from the ground up. Join us as we dive into their journeys, share their insights, and learn how to start and grow a strong, sustainable nonprofit that transforms lives, communities, and the world. In this episode, our coaches discuss Imposter Syndrome, how common it is among nonprofit leaders, and ways to overcome it. We'll explore: What is imposter syndrome? Tim & Mary's experiences with imposter syndrome Why you are not alone The importance of celebrating small successes Surrounding yourself with a supportive community Reframing inadequacies as opportunities for growth Protecting your inner circle The book referenced in this episode is Fundraising Freedom: 7 Steps to Build and Sustain Your Next Campaign by Mary Valloni For more information about Nonprofit Academy, visit http://startandgrowyournonprofit.com/. To contact Tim, email tim@startandgrowyournonprofit.com. To contact Mary, email mary@startandgrowyournonprofit.com.

Hosted by nonprofit coaches Tim Needham and Mary Valloni, each episode of the Start and Grow Your Nonprofit Podcast is designed to bring together nonprofit entrepreneurs who have successfully built impactful organizations from the ground up. Join us as we dive into their journeys, share their insights, and learn how to start and grow a strong, sustainable nonprofit that transforms lives, communities, and the world. In this episode, Tim and Mary sit down with Stephanie Suljak, the founder and Executive Director of Helping Hand Me Downs. Since 2011, HHMD has provided services for over 35,000 children and families, meeting their immediate needs and connecting them to life-changing resources to help them find stability and independence. We'll explore: The story of Helping Hand Me Downs The challenges of long-term social impact The importance of networking and collaboration Adapting to change over 13 years of growth Self-care for nonprofit leaders Fundraising strategies and operational expenses For more information about Helping Hand Me Downs, visit https://helpinghandmedowns.org/ or check them out on Facebook and Instagram. Connect with Stephanie on LinkedIn  For more information about Nonprofit Academy, visit http://startandgrowyournonprofit.com/. To contact Tim, email tim@startandgrowyournonprofit.com. To contact Mary, email mary@startandgrowyournonprofit.com.

Hosted by nonprofit coaches Tim Needham and Mary Valloni, each episode of the Start and Grow Your Nonprofit Podcast is designed to bring together nonprofit entrepreneurs who have successfully built impactful organizations from the ground up. Join us as we dive into their journeys, share their insights, and learn how to start and grow a strong, sustainable nonprofit that transforms lives, communities, and the world. In this episode, Tim and Mary sit down with Ryan Steuer, CEO of Magnify Learning and Founder of Magnify Missions. Since 2015, Ryan has worked to transform the education field and help leaders build long-term sustainability for themselves and their families, as well as their ministries and/or businesses. We'll explore: Ryan's background and businesses Creating a Strategic Plan simply - What would Bob Goff do? Shifting mindsets around nonprofit work Funding workshops and multiplying impact Cultivating a coaching mindset and asking for help Experiencing the future through visioning The book Ryan mentions is Decisive by Chip & Dan Heath. For more information about Magnify Learning, visit https://www.magnifylearningin.org/ or check them out on Facebook. For more information about Magnify Missions and to apply for a workshop, visit https://www.magnifymissions.com/ Connect with Ryan on LinkedIn  For more information about Nonprofit Academy, visit http://startandgrowyournonprofit.com/. To contact Tim, email tim@startandgrowyournonprofit.com. To contact Mary, email mary@startandgrowyournonprofit.com.

Hosted by nonprofit coaches Tim Needham and Mary Valloni, each episode of the Start and Grow Your Nonprofit Podcast is designed to bring together nonprofit entrepreneurs who have successfully built impactful organizations from the ground up. Join us as we dive into their journeys, share their insights, and learn how to start and grow a strong, sustainable nonprofit that transforms lives, communities, and the world. In this episode, Tim and Mary sit down with Coach Judy Fox, founder and President of Ingite International, Inc. For over 20 years, Ignite International has been empowering athletes, coaches, and educators through their unique approach to training, igniting generational cycles of hope to transform nations around the world. We'll explore: Judy's story - From collegiate athlete to Division I coaching to igniting a mission The importance of finding your 'why' Leveraging the platform of influence given to athletes to impact change The power of consistency in leadership - "A team reflects its coach." How forming deep and lasting relationships can ignite the vision in others Self-reflection in nonprofit leadership - Love what you're doing, who you're doing it with, and who you're doing it for The book Judy references in the episode is Praying God's Word Day-By-Day by Beth Moore For more information about Ignite International, visit https://igniteinternational.org/ For more information on Ignite U1, the education-based initiative of Ignite International Judy mentions in this episode, visit https://igniteu1.com/ or follow them on Instagram and Facebook Follow Ignite International on Instagram and Facebook, or connect on LinkedIn Connect with Judy on Facebook or LinkedIn  For more information about Nonprofit Academy, visit http://startandgrowyournonprofit.com/. To contact Tim, email tim@startandgrowyournonprofit.com. To contact Mary, email mary@startandgrowyournonprofit.com.

Hosted by nonprofit coaches Tim Needham and Mary Valloni, each episode of the Start and Grow Your Nonprofit Podcast is designed to bring together nonprofit entrepreneurs who have successfully built impactful organizations from the ground up. Join us as we dive into their journeys, share their insights, and learn how to start and grow a strong, sustainable nonprofit that transforms lives, communities, and the world. In this episode, Tim and Mary sit down with Ragz Bruland, co-founder of Flex Dance Program in Brooklyn, NY. Since 2014, Flex Dance Program has been utilizing arts education to foster positive growth among young people in difficult circumstances. We'll explore: Ragz's story and the origin of Flex Dance Program - the importance of creating safe spaces for expression and connection through the arts The learning curve in working with youth in and out of detention Utilizing fiscal sponsorships prior to becoming a 501(c)(3) organization - making connections for resources Telling your story in writing grant applications - persistence and utilizing talents Inspiring support from those we've served - service at the heart of the mission Ragz's passion for expression - introverts can make an impact For more information about Flex Dance Program, visit www.flexdanceprogram.org Connect with Ragz on LinkedIn  For more information about Nonprofit Academy, visit http://startandgrowyournonprofit.com/. To contact Tim, email tim@startandgrowyournonprofit.com. To contact Mary, email mary@startandgrowyournonprofit.com.

Hosted by nonprofit coaches Tim Needham and Mary Valloni, each episode of the Start and Grow Your Nonprofit Podcast is designed to bring together nonprofit entrepreneurs who have successfully built impactful organizations from the ground up. Join us as we dive into their journeys, share their insights, and learn how to start and grow a strong, sustainable nonprofit that transforms lives, communities, and the world. In this special episode, Tim and Mary sit down with Joy Maxwell, grant professional and founder of Ark Advising, LLC. Since 2019, Ark Advising has been partnering with under-resourced organizations to provide the full range of grant services – readiness, research, writing, and administration. We'll explore: The story of Ark Advising - Empowering organizations to advance their missions Laying the foundation of grant-readiness Strategic Planning Program Development Financial Management Governance & Leadership Organizational Capacity Communication & Storytelling When to consider grants for your organization The importance of relationship and connections in your community Are you mentally ready for the grant process? - Reading the fine print Joy's passion for partnership For more information about Ark Advising, visit https://arkadvising.com/ Connect with Joy on LinkedIn  For more information about Nonprofit Academy, visit http://startandgrowyournonprofit.com/. To contact Tim, email tim@startandgrowyournonprofit.com. To contact Mary, email mary@startandgrowyournonprofit.com.

Hosted by nonprofit coaches Tim Needham and Mary Valloni, each episode of the Start and Grow Your Nonprofit Podcast is designed to bring together nonprofit entrepreneurs who have successfully built impactful organizations from the ground up. Join us as we dive into their journeys, share their insights, and learn how to start and grow a strong, sustainable nonprofit that transforms lives, communities, and the world. In this episode, Tim sits down with Cathryn Shaw, founder and Executive Director of All Among Us, which has been working to impact the lives of women in St. Louis, MO by establishing healthy, reliable relationships and a supportive, enriching community. We'll explore: The story of All Among Us - Uniting Passion, Community, and Healing Utilizing a resource network The driving forces: Love, Care, and Dignity Cathryn's passion to look for the good Making mistakes, and continuous improvement The importance of acknowledging the hard days For more information about All Among Us, visit https://allamong.us/ For more information about Nonprofit Academy, visit http://startandgrowyournonprofit.com/. To contact Tim, email tim@startandgrowyournonprofit.com. To contact Mary, email mary@startandgrowyournonprofit.com.

Hosted by nonprofit coaches Tim Needham and Mary Valloni, each episode of the Start and Grow Your Nonprofit Podcast is designed to bring together nonprofit entrepreneurs who have successfully built impactful organizations from the ground up. Join us as we dive into their journeys, share their insights, and learn how to start and grow a strong, sustainable nonprofit that transforms lives, communities, and the world. In this episode, Tim & Mary sit down with James Harrington, founder and CEO of the Ugandan Water Project. For over 15 years the mission of the Ugandan Water Project has been to see every Ugandan community secure its access to clean water and to see Uganda as a nation liberated from the bondage of water-borne disease and poverty as communities leverage the transformative power of clean water to empower all people to live the lives they were created for. For more information about the Ugandan Water Project, visit https://ugandanwaterproject.com/ For more information about Nonprofit Academy, visit http://startandgrowyournonprofit.com/. To contact Tim, email tim@startandgrowyournonprofit.com. To contact Mary, email mary@startandgrowyournonprofit.com.

Content Warning: This episode contains some strong language. Listener discretion is advised. Hosted by nonprofit coaches Tim Needham and Mary Valloni, each episode of the Start and Grow Your Nonprofit Podcast is designed to bring together nonprofit entrepreneurs who have successfully built impactful organizations from the ground up. Join us as we dive into their journeys, share their insights, and learn how to start and grow a strong, sustainable nonprofit that transforms lives, communities, and the world. In this episode, Tim & Mary sit down with Betsy Reznicek. Betsy is the founder and Executive Director of Home Sweet Home, a nonprofit which has been improving the lives and homes of under-served families for the past 8 years. Resources mentioned in this episode include this example of Home Sweet Home's 2023-2024 Strategic Plan. For more information about Home Sweet Home, visit https://homesweethomestl.org/ For more information about Nonprofit Academy, visit http://startandgrowyournonprofit.com/. To contact Tim, email tim@startandgrowyournonprofit.com. To contact Mary, email mary@startandgrowyournonprofit.com.

Hosted by nonprofit coaches Tim Needham and Mary Valloni, each episode of the Start and Grow Your Nonprofit Podcast is designed to bring together nonprofit entrepreneurs who have successfully built impactful organizations from the ground up. Join us as we dive into their journeys, share their insights, and learn how to start and grow a strong, sustainable nonprofit that transforms lives, communities, and the world. In this episode, Tim & Mary sit down with Brian Westbrook. Brian is the founder and Executive Director of Coalition Life, a nonprofit committed to providing compassionate and effective advocates for life at the gates of abortion facilities, offering women options and hope for over 11 years. Resources mentioned in this episode include Traction: Get a Grip on Your Business by Gino Whitman For more information about Coalition Life, visit https://coalitionlife.com/ For more information about Nonprofit Academy, visit http://startandgrowyournonprofit.com/. To contact Tim, email tim@startandgrowyournonprofit.com. To contact Mary, email mary@startandgrowyournonprofit.com.

Hosted by nonprofit coaches Tim Needham and Mary Valloni, each episode of the Start and Grow Your Nonprofit Podcast is designed to bring together nonprofit entrepreneurs who have successfully built impactful organizations from the ground up. Join us as we dive into their journeys, share their insights, and learn how to start and grow a strong, sustainable nonprofit that transforms lives, communities, and the world. In this episode, Tim & Mary sit down with Emily Houser. Emily is the Executive Director of the Smoky Mountain Dream Center, a nonprofit on a mission to meet the needs of women in the Appalachia region by implementing a work-release program to bring female inmates out to the SMDC farm for job training, additional life skills classes, and continued spiritual discipleship. The program is already proving to be beneficial, with more inmates requesting applications for the program daily. For more information about the Smoky Mountain Dream Center, visit https://smokymountaindreamcenter.org/ For more information about the Nonprofit Academy, visit http://startandgrowyournonprofit.com/. To contact Tim, email tim@startandgrowyournonprofit.com. To contact Mary, email mary@startandgrowyournonprofit.com.

Hosted by nonprofit coaches Tim Needham and Mary Valloni, each episode of the Start and Grow Your Nonprofit Podcast is designed to bring together nonprofit entrepreneurs who have successfully built impactful organizations from the ground up. Join us as we dive into their journeys, share their insights, and learn how to start and grow a strong, sustainable nonprofit that transforms lives, communities, and the world. In this episode, Tim sits down with Bob Stergos. Bob is the co-founder and Executive Director of A Seat at the Table, a nonprofit with a mission to help at-risk 18 to 25-year-olds better transition into adulthood by providing parental presence and community support via a residential mentoring program. With over four decades of experience in working with young people, Bob shares his insights on casting a vision for your nonprofit and how inviting others into your mission can kickstart your fundraising and growth. For more information about the Nonprofit Academy, visit http://startandgrowyournonprofit.com/. To contact Tim, email tim@startandgrowyournonprofit.com. To contact Mary, email mary@startandgrowyournonprofit.com.

Hosted by nonprofit coaches Mary Valloni and Tim Needham, each episode of the Start and Grow Your Nonprofit Podcast is designed to bring together nonprofit entrepreneurs who have successfully built impactful organizations from the ground up. Join us as we dive into their journeys, share their insights, and learn how to start and grow a strong, sustainable nonprofit that transforms lives, communities, and the world. In this episode, Tim sits down with fellow Start & Grow Your Nonprofit coach Mary Valloni. Mary is the award-winning author of the book, Fundraising Freedom, the co-founder of Fully Funded Academy and the co-founder of Nonprofit Academy. With over two decades of experience in the nonprofit sector, Mary has a successful track record of helping organizations get started, achieve their financial goals, and make a positive impact in their communities and around the world. For more information about the Nonprofit Academy, visit http://startandgrowyournonprofit.com/. To contact Tim, email tim@startandgrowyournonprofit.com. To contact Mary, email mary@startandgrowyournonprofit.com.

Hosted by nonprofit coaches Mary Valloni and Tim Needham, each episode of the Start and Grow Your Nonprofit Podcast is designed to bring together nonprofit entrepreneurs who have successfully built impactful organizations from the ground up. Join us as we dive into their journeys, share their insights, and learn how to start and grow a strong, sustainable nonprofit that transforms lives, communities, and the world. In this episode, Mary sits down with fellow Start and Grow Your Nonprofit coach Tim Needham. Tim is the Executive Director of Restoration House STL in St. Louis, MO, and co-founder of Nonprofit Academy. Since 2017, Restoration House STL has made a significant impact in the city of St. Louis, serving over 4,000 homeless and at-risk youth last year alone. For more information about the Nonprofit Academy, visit http://startandgrowyournonprofit.com/. To contact Tim, email tim@startandgrowyournonprofit.com. To contact Mary, email mary@startandgrowyournonprofit.com.

Hosted by nonprofit coaches Mary Valloni and Tim Needham, each episode of the Start and Grow Your Nonprofit Podcast is designed to bring together nonprofit entrepreneurs who have successfully built impactful organizations from the ground up. Join us as we dive into their journeys, share their insights, and learn how to start and grow a strong, sustainable nonprofit that transforms lives, communities, and the world.  In this episode, you'll meet our hosts, Mary & Tim, to learn a bit about their nonprofit journeys, and their heart to help other leaders start and grow their nonprofits from the ground up. For more information about the Nonprofit Academy, visit http://startandgrowyournonprofit.com/. To contact Tim, email tim@startandgrowyournonprofit.com. To contact Mary, email mary@startandgrowyournonprofit.com.