The Social Impact Solutions Podcast

[Ask Me Anything] Building a Strategic Plan That Drives Impact

On this episode of the Social Impact Solutions Podcast, Co-founders John Mark Vanderpool and Lauren Vanderpool introduce a brand new podcast segment - Ask Me Anything (AM

Why Donor Retention Starts With Donor Experience at WeGive

On this episode of the Social Impact Solutions Podcast, Jonathan Beck, CEO of We Give, joins Co-Founder John Mark Vanderpool to break down what actually moves the needle

What Mentorship Teaches Us About Belonging, Data, and Impact with Big Brothers Big Sisters

On This Episode of the Social Impact Solutions podcast, Ginneh Baugh, Chief Impact Officer at Big Brothers Big Sisters of America sits down with co-founder Lauren Vanderp

The Library Network Turning Mission Into Momentum

In this episode of the Social Impact Solutions Podcast, Co-Founder John Mark Vanderpool sits down with Jonna Ward to highlight the incredible collaborative work being don

The Future of Fundraising: How AI Is Transforming Nonprofits with Virtuous

In this episode of The Social Impact Solutions Podcast, we explore the transformative role of AI in nonprofit fundraising with Carly Berna from Virtuous. Join us as we de

Building Sustainable Capacity: How Venture 1:9 Helps Nonprofits Grow with Dr. Jonathan Roe

In this episode of the Social Impact Solutions Podcast, Dr. Jonathan Roe shares practical insights from his journey in church nonprofit leadership, focusing on sustainabl

Bridging the Impact Gap: How Nonprofits Can Measure and Communicate for Growth

After a brief summer solstice break, The Social Impact Solutions Podcast is coming back with a conversation every nonprofit leader needs to hear. In this episode, Co-Foun

Maximizing Nonprofit Growth: Communicating Impact to Ideal Funders

In this episode of the Social Impact Solutions Podcast, Co-Founders John Mark and Lauren Vanderpool reveal why impact measurement and communication are the secret weapons

The Power of Relationship-Based Impact Measurement With Sonja Schappert-Howden

On this episode of the Social Impact Solutions Podcast, Lauren Vanderpool and Sonja Schappert-Howden dive deep into the art of measuring impact in relationship-driven non

Meet The Team Series: Reimagining Social Impact with Shanila Praveen

Tune into the Social Impact Solutions podcast's "Meet the Team" series to meet Shanila Parveen, a Social Impact Strategist. Explore Shanila's inspiring journey in the soc

The Link Between Impact Measurement & Financial Health with Jon Osterburg

In this episode of the Social Impact Solutions Podcast, John Osterberg, co-CEO of Jitasa sits down with Co-Founder Dr. Lauren Vanderpool to share how aligning financial h

The 3 Myths of Impact: What Every Nonprofit Needs to Know

In this episode of The Social Impact Solutions, co-founders John Mark Vanderpool and Lauren Vanderpool delve into the top myths surrounding the measurement of social impa

Overcoming Implementation Challenges: How to Activate Your Strategic Plan with Dr. Andrea Lowe

On this episode of the Social Impact Solutions Podcast, Co-founder Dr. Lauren Vanderpool sits down with Dr. Andrea Lowe to explore how nonprofits can effectively turn str

The Evolution of Fundraising: Donor Insights with Matt Bowe

This episode of the Social Impact Solutions Podcast features an insightful conversation between Co-Founder Lauren Vanderpool and Matt Bowe from Fundraise Up. Together, th

Meet the Team Series: Strategic Insights in Healthcare with Dr. DeOnna Clark

In this inaugural episode of our "Meet the Team" series on The Social Impact Solutions Podcast, I sit down with Dr. DeOnna Clark, an invaluable member of our team and a s

Impact Reports: The Key to Unleashing Nonprofit Growth in 2026

Dive into this episode of the Social Impact Solutions Podcast, where Co-Founders John Mark and Lauren Vanderpool unravel the transformative power of impact reports for no

From Strategic Planning to Implementation: Making Your Impact Measurable in 2026

In this episode of the Social Impact Solutions Podcast, John Mark and Lauren Vanderpool discuss the critical role of strategic planning, and how impact measurement is key

Unlocking the Secret That Drives Nonprofit Impact with Sheri Chaney Jones

In this episode of The Social Impact Solutions Podcast, I sit down with Sheri Chaney Jones to delve into the critical role of impact measurement in nonprofit organization

Reimagining Fundraising: Practical Strategies for Nonprofit Growth

On this episode of the Social Impact Solutions Podcast, Co-Founders Lauren Vanderpool and John Mark Vanderpool come together on a special end of year bonus episode to sha

Building Sustainable Philanthropy: A Community-Centric Approach with Lauren Tudor

In this episode of the Social Impact Solutions Podcast, Co-Founder Lauren Vanderpool speaks with Lauren Tudor, Founder and CEO of Architect Philanthropic Collective, abou