Meet Meredith. She’s the co-founder and CEO of Learn Grant Writing, and she’s helped secure over $45 million in grants ? She's breaking down how to find the right grants, leverage AI to work smarter (not harder), and unlock funding opportunities like a pro. Plus, she's sharing tips for how small nonprofits can optimize their grant-writing processes. Tune in and get ready to unlock your next big funding win? ? Learn How to find grants to go after AI tips for grant writers Limitations + strengths of AI for grant writing Today’s GuestMeredith Noble, Co-Founder + CEO, Learn Grant Writing Episode ..read more

Meet Dr. Tim. He’s the founder and CEO of Higher Purpose Co., a nonprofit driving economic justice for Black communities in Mississippi. He’s sharing all about their transformative work in community education, business support, and innovative capital access. They’re building intergenerational wealth, shifting harmful narratives, and empowering community voices through strategic collaborations with major funders. This convo is a must-listen for anyone fired up about creating equitable, lasting change in their community ? ? Learn The story + impact of Higher Purpose Co. Higher Purpose Co.'s pro ..read more

How do you respond to uncertainty? How do we microdose wellness in the face of a macro event?  In this episode, Lindsey offers a framework for navigating uncertainty with grounding, resilience, and a focus on collective care. You’ll hear the pitfalls of reacting versus responding, the power of trauma-informed practices, and the importance of prioritizing self-care before engaging with the world. It’s a roadmap for leaders and teams to weather any storm while staying true to their values and mission. Because in the end, the way to freedom is choosing each other, communicating and collabora ..read more

Meet Sarah and Angie. These visionary leaders from Sunbeam Family Services in Oklahoma City are sharing how they’ve woven trauma-informed, strength-based principles into every part of their org. From rethinking fundraising and storytelling to centering community relationships with intentional language and deep listening, they’re showing how nonprofits can truly build a culture of care (that’s filled with hope!). Tune in to discover how to embed these transformative principles into your own work. ?Learn  Sunbeam Family Services history + impact The Importance of trauma-informed, strength ..read more

Meet Sarita and Martín. Sarita is the VP of U.S. Programs, and Martín is the VP of International Programs at the Ford Foundation. They're pulling back the curtain on the Ford Foundation's work that disrupts inequality in all its forms. Get ready as they dive deep into their journeys, the values shaping their work, and the innovative strategies they’re using to build impactful coalitions across the U.S. and around the globe. ? If you're fired up about building a fairer world, this episode will challenge and inspire you to reimagine what’s possible! ? ? Learn Overview of Ford Foundation's domes ..read more

This episode of Gather At The Well focuses on operationalizing your values - making sure your stated beliefs are actually reflected in your policies and practices. ?  Lindsey shares examples of how to do this, like designing hiring processes and bereavement policies aligned with your values. She’ll also walk you through an exercise to help you identify your top personal and professional values, and figure out where they may be missing from your current systems. Because living your values, not just stating them, is crucial for building a healthy, sustainable workplace culture. Episode Hig ..read more

Meet Sudha. She’s the Executive Director of the South Asian Council for Social Services (SACSS), an org that’s been a lifeline for immigrant and underserved communities in New York for nearly 25 years. SACSS offers free, wrap-around services (in 20 languages!) covering housing, food security, healthcare, job skills, and more, all evolving to meet the changing needs of the community. Tune in for a story of resilience, hope, and community strength ? ? After you listen, please consider a gift to support this mission. $100 can feed a family of four for two weeks. Join us in supporting SACSS at sa ..read more

Meet Shelley. She brings 30 years of experience leading entertainment and tech businesses to the Singleton Foundation for Financial Literacy and Entrepreneurship, where she serves as CEO. Shelley shares how the foundation is redefining financial and entrepreneurial education with storytelling, engaging games, and innovative tools. From creating business plans to building productive habits, these resources make learning about money fun and accessible for all ages. ?? Tune in to hear how this org scales impact through media, helping people reach their full potential and create a brighter future ..read more

Meet Ami. He’s an idealist committed to building a more connected, idealistic, and compassionate world? He’s the founder and executive director of Idealist.org, which supports over 150,000 organizations and more than 1 million registered users, with 1.4 million monthly visitors? Tune in for a moving conversation about the power of grassroots movements, empowering young people, and seeing the shared humanity in all people.  ? Learn The story + mission of Idealist Tips for keeping our idealism alive and thriving Why a global movement of idealists is more important than ever Today’s Guest ..read more

Welcome to Gather at the Well, where we’re all about microdosing wellness, creating human-centered systems, and retaining our greatest asset: our people. This isn’t just a podcast—it’s a movement to reimagine how we relate to our work. Whether you're burned out, stressed, or thriving, Lindsey Fuller from The Teaching Well will guide you to reflect on your leadership, equip you with tangible tools for your team, and honor your humanity. It’s time to build work cultures we don’t have to heal from. Let’s dive in. In this episode of Gather At The Well, Lindsay dives into what it means to embrace c ..read more