Nonprofit Punk Rock Possibilities — with Aleda Gagarin
Update: 2025-09-02
Description
In this episode, we’re joined by Aleda Gagarin, a nonprofiteer who rocks AND rolls. As VP of Influence, Aleda leads big work at Candid… when she’s not stirring up the sector in literal (and figurative) mosh pits.
Along the way, we dive into —
- Candid’s sector-supporting data and research
- The need to increase transparency and collaboration
- Why you (and everyone) should really care about nonprofits
- One wish Aleda would make to magically improve the social sector
It’s practical, it’s honest, and (as always) there’s good nonsense along the way. If you know a nonprofiteer we should invite on the show, let us know at hello@goodnonsense.org!
Mentioned on this episode:
The Go for Gold program
Introduction to grantwriting course (free!)
State of Diversity in the nonprofit sector (report)
Candid’s research on potential nonprofit closures
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