The Nonprofit Activator

Imagine being a grant funder, then taking a leap of faith and becoming a powerhouse founder yourself! That's the incredible journey of Carmen James Randoph of Women's Foundation of the South, who raised over $7 million in the past 3 years to empower 95 nonprofits serving women and girls of color in the South.Join us as we delve into her unique perspective on the funding landscape, what ignited her passion for supporting women of color in the South, and the powerful strategies she used t...

After an autism diagnosis, many parents struggle with finding services not only for their children, but for themselves and their families. Meet Jamila Tucker-Rulero, a Mom from Philadelphia who didn't know where to turn after her son was diagnosed with autism. When she couldn't find the supports she needed, her determination led her to start Autism R.E.C., an organization that provides family supports, assessment, and skills development for children with autism. Tune into this episode to be i...

What happens when young Black males are given the space and freedom to be their authentic selves? Barry Cooper, affectionately known as Coach Coop, shares the importance of promoting wellness for young Black men in New York City. Coach Coop has unlocked the secret to reaching young Black males and he shares how staying true to his mission has helped him on his nonprofit journey so far. He gives great insight about the sacrifices required to run a nonprofit organization, and the personal heali...

Did you know that over 19,000 young people age out of foster care every year? Too many times, they transition out of foster care with little to no support and have to navigate independence alone. Learn how Leah Angel Daniel of Fostering Greatness, is filling the gap for foster care alumni in Western New York. Fueled by her own story of aging out of foster care and being a caretaker of her siblings, she is helping foster youth by providing housing, workforce development, and basic needs so tha...

Have you ever considered your life as an aging adult? What do you think will happen during the end years of your life? Some of us dream about the joy of being retired, enjoying family and living a care-free life. However, that's not everyone’s story. Unfortunately many older adults don’t have many supports to help them navigate the second part of life, which may include chronic illnesses, loss, and limited financial resources. Lynn Walls, founded the nonprofit Heaven Sent Day Care in Little R...