The Nonprofit Spotlight
Sit down with inspiring leaders from local and national nonprofits. Discover the latest trends affecting our community, the challenges they face in providing essential services, and how YOU can get involved to make a positive impact. Join us for a podcast that will change the way you think about giving back.
Episodes
28 episodes
E.28 Ending Isolation: Building Inclusive Communities with Our Stomping Ground
In this episode of the Nonprofit Spotlight, we sit down with Margot Greenlee, Executive Director, and Paula Manion, Founding Chair, of Our Stomping Ground (OSG).For many adults with developmental disabilitie...
E.27 More Than a Coffee Shop | Inclusive Employment at Cameron’s Coffee & Chocolates
In this episode of Nonprofit Spotlight, Pastor Mike sits down with Cameron and Ellen Graham, the visionary family behind Every1 Can Work and its flagship enterprise, Cameron’s Coffee and Chocolates, and Cameron, the inspi...
E.26 Period Poverty in America | How BRAWS Is Empowering Women
In this episode of Nonprofit Spotlight, we sit down with Holly Seibold, the Founder and Mission Ambassador of BRAWS (Bringing Resources to Aid Women’s Shelters).Imagine a young girl missing a week of school every month or sittin...
E.25 Building Stronger Communities Through Collaboration | Arlington Bridge Builders
In this episode of the Nonprofit Spotlight, we sit down with Scott Seaton, the visionary leader behind Arlington Bridge Builders.Discover how this interdenominational network is transforming Arlington County by fostering deep co...
E.24 Nature as a Partner in Healing | Inside Imagine Well Being’s Approach
What if nature wasn’t just a peaceful backdrop—but an active partner in healing? In this episode of Nonprofit Spotlight, we sit down with Suzanne Cervarich and Laura Lang, co-directors of Imagine Well Being, to explore how nature-based...
E.23 Hidden Hunger in Arlington County: AFAC’s Story of Impact
Join us for an inspiring episode featuring Charles Meng from Arlington Food Assistance Center (AFAC), a dedicated nonprofit committed to fighting hunger in Arlington County. Despite being one of the wealthiest counties in the nation, Arlington ...
E. 22 Breaking Barriers in Prenatal Care: The Jennifer Bush-Lawson Foundation Story
In this episode, we sit down with Neal Lawson from the Jennifer Bush-Lawson Foundation, an organization dedicated to improving prenatal care and support for underprivileged mothers in our community. Inspired by Jennifer Bush-Lawson’s own challe...
E. 21 Youth Mental Health Matters: Inside the Cameron K. Gallagher Foundation
Join us on the Nonprofit Spotlight as we sit down with Bobbie Sue Tunstall, a dedicated donor and volunteer at the Cameron K. Gallagher Foundation. In this inspiring episode, Bobbie Sue sheds light on the vital work of the CKG Foundation in pro...
E.20 Refugees in Crisis: The Long Welcome with Global Refuge
In this episode of Nonprofit Spotlight, we sit down with Andrew Steele, Chief Development Officer at Global Refuge, an organization dedicated to ensuring that refugees and immigrants are protected, embraced, and empowered within...
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E.19 Navigating Refugee Resettlement with LSSNCA
In this episode of Nonprofit Spotlight, we sit down with Kristyn Peck, CEO of Lutheran Social Services of the National Capital Area (LSSNCA), for a candid conversation about the shifting landscape of refugee resettlement in 2025. Follo...
E.18 The Vet Behind 12,000 Rescues at Wolf Trap Animal Rescue
In this inspiring episode of Nonprofit Spotlight, we sit down with Dr. Amber Burton, veterinarian, CEO, and founder of Wolf Trap Animal Rescue (WTAR). What began in her home with 30 puppies has grown into a life-saving operation that h...
E.17 Where Dignity Leads - The Story of Comunidad
In this episode of Nonprofit Spotlight, we sit down with Maralee Gutierrez, Founder and Executive Director of Comunidad, a grassroots organization grounded in the values of human dignity and thriving community. Maralee shares how these core bel...
E.16 Building Homes & Hope With Wesley Housing
In this episode of Nonprofit Spotlight, we sit down with Kamilah McAfee, President and CEO of Wesley Housing, one of the nation’s top 50 affordable housing developers. With a powerful mission to provide safe, quality, and afford...
E.15 Hearts For Hunger - The Rustic Love Story
In this inspiring episode of Nonprofit Spotlight, we sit down with Michelle Connors, the passionate Founder and Executive Director of Rustic Love, a grassroots nonprofit making a powerful impact in Northern Virginia. Michelle sh...
E.14 Faith, Forests, and Formation Inside Caroline Furnace
In this episode of Nonprofit Spotlight, we sit down with Monica Springman, Director of Programs, and Tom Powell, Executive Director of Caroline Furnace Lutheran Camp and Retreat Center. Discover what sets this unique summer camp apart—...
E.13 The Power of Community Art with Vienna Arts Society
This week on Nonprofit Spotlight, we sit down with Lu Cousins, the dynamic Director of the Vienna Arts Society. Prepare to be inspired as Lu shares the incredible impact of art in our local community, extending far beyond the gallery walls. She...
E.12 Fueling Hope in Falls Church with FCS
In this episode of NonProfit Spotlight, we sit down with Noel Durman, Executive Director of the Falls Church Community Service Council (FCS). Noel shares the vital work FCS is doing to support individuals and families in ...
E.11 Finding Hope Amidst Global Crises with Lutheran Disaster Response
In this powerful episode of Nonprofit Spotlight, we sit down with Maryn Olson, the Director of Lutheran Disaster Response. Join us as Maryn provides an insightful look into the critical work of LDR, addressing the devastating impacts of disaste...
E.10 Providing Healthcare for All with the Culmore Clinic
Join us as we sit down with Lynette Sappe-Watkins, Executive Director of the Culmore Clinic. This remarkable non-profit healthcare clinic has been a beacon of hope for low-income adults in the Bailey...
E.9 Opening Doors With FACETS
In this episode of Non-Profit Spotlight, we delve into the critical work of FACETS, a non-profit organization dedicated to addressing homelessness and poverty in Fairfax County. We sit down with Rena Alexander Lewis, a leader at FACETS, to disc...
E.8 Welcoming Newcomers with Global Refuge
Join us as we shine a light on Global Refuge, a beacon of hope for those seeking safety and a new beginning. For over eight decades, this remarkable nonprofit has been a lifeline for refugees, asylum ...
E7: Tackling Global Poverty with Lutheran World Relief
Join us as we shine the spotlight on Lutheran World Relief!In this episode, we sit down with Emma Wagner, a senior advisor at Lutheran World Relief, to discuss LWR's incredible work tackling global p...
E6: Turning Houses into Homes with Gracing Spaces
Join us for an inspiring conversation with Linda Aufderhaar as we spotlight the incredible work of Gracing Spaces, a volunteer-led organization dedicated to transforming houses into homes. Discover how t...
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