625. Holding Fast + Moving Forward: 8 Lessons in Resilience + Clarity (Jon McCoy + Becky Endicott)
What does it look like to hold fast and move forward—at the same time?
In this heart-filled wrap-up of our ImpactUp series, Jon + Becky reflect on eight powerful lessons that emerged from this season’s conversations around resilience, clarity, and building momentum in times of uncertainty.
From grounding ourselves in community to embracing the unknown, you’ll walk away with practical takeaways and a renewed sense of purpose. We talk about the power of story, the strength in showing up authentically, and how we can all anchor ourselves in values—especially when the world feels wobbly.
This one’s a love letter to nonprofit leaders, social impact folks, and anyone navigating change with heart. 💛
✨ You’ll learn:
Why uncertainty isn’t something to fear—but something to move with
How to build resilience personally + organizationally
Why trust, community, and connection are the real growth strategies
The kind of storytelling that fuels generosity and movement
Come get inspired—and reminded you’re not alone. Let’s keep moving forward, together.✨ Join us July 10 for ImpactUp: Movement!
624. Hold Fast: How ImpactUp Hosts are Fostering Community IRL
We’re leaning into the theme Hold Fast—and exploring how community becomes our anchor in the midst of change. 💛
In this heart-filled episode, we’re joined by four of our Impact Up meetup hosts who are building something special in their corners of the world—from Denver to DC, Calgary to Caracas. Together, they’re proving that authentic connection and intentional gatherings can create real, lasting impact.Through their stories, we explore what it means to lead with love, embrace vulnerability, and foster trust in community spaces. These leaders remind us that gatherings aren’t about numbers—they’re about creating safe, brave spaces where quality conversations can unfold.
You’ll hear from:
Crystal Clark (Washington, DC), on showing up with love, even when the mission is heavy.Lisa Gareau (Calgary), on designing experiences that invite vulnerability, creativity, and courage.Bart Lillie (Denver), on how simple acts—like remembering a name—can deepen trust and belonging.Keicy Cabrera (Caracas), on building global community through WhatsApp and heart-led leadership.Together, they unpack what it means to hold fast to one another, create intentional gatherings, and fuel a global movement grounded in authenticity and care.If you’ve ever wondered how real change begins—it starts with community. And this episode is proof. ✨
623. The Art & Science of Convening: Designing Events That Spark Change (Heather Mason)
Meet Heather Mason, Founder + CEO of Caspian Agency and Impact Lounge. 🤝
Heather is the creative force behind some of the world’s most powerful gatherings, from Skoll World Forum to Sundance activations, and she’s here to share what makes events not just successful but deeply meaningful. 💭
In this episode, we explore how intentional design, storytelling, and a deep sense of purpose can transform any gathering into a catalyst for change. Whether you’re planning a summit, workshop, or community meetup, Heather reminds us it’s not about doing more, it’s about doing it with heart. 💛
This convo will shift how you think about convening. 🎧 Tune in and walk away ready to gather with more purpose, clarity and impact.
622. Hold Fast: Hold Fast: Building Donor Trust in Uncertain Times (Mike Duerksen)
Meet Mike, CEO of BuildGood 🤝. He’s here to share a thoughtful, grounded approach to fundraising in uncertain times.
In this episode, we dig into why “Today’s growth comes from today’s donors” isn’t just a clever phrase—it’s a mindset shift. From the game-changing nine-word email to the fundraising flywheel and the power of donor celebration, Mike’s sharing practical strategies that can turn transactional giving into transformational relationships.
He also offers insight into identifying multi-year supporters and using donor surveys to surface major gift potential—reminding us that growth doesn’t have to come from starting over, but from going deeper with the people already in your corner.
With a gentle reminder that consistency is key, Mike uses the analogy of gardening to illustrate how small, steady actions build trust over time. And in a world leaning into automation, he makes a compelling case for the enduring power of human connection.
Tune in for thoughtful insights and practical strategies to deepen donor relationships and fundraise with more intention. 🎧