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The Social Impact Solutions Podcast

The Social Impact Solutions Podcast

Released: 2025-06-01
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21 Episodes
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21 Episodes
Audio
Listen on Apple Podcasts
Released: 2025-06-01
Most Recent Episode
From Data Chaos to Clarity: Rethinking Nonprofit Impact with Ori Carmel & Sophie Blondeau

From Data Chaos to Clarity: Rethinking Nonprofit Impact with Ori Carmel & Sophie Blondeau

In this episode of the Social Impact Solutions Podcast, Lauren Vanderpool is joined by Ori Carmel and Sophie Blondeau of Sowen to explore the complex world of nonprofit impact measurement—and how organizations can move from fragmented data and fuzzy d
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In this episode of the Social Impact Solutions Podcast, Lauren Vanderpool is joined by Ori Carmel and Sophie Blondeau of Sowen to explore the complex world of nonprofit impact measurement—and how organizations can move from fragmented data and fuzzy definitions to clarity, alignment, and transformation.
Drawing on their experience advising nonprofits and for-purpose organizations across the globe, Ori and Sophie deliver a candid, thoughtful, and practical conversation on the real challenges of impact measurement in 2025.
Takeaways
- Measuring impact is essential for nonprofits to demonstrate their effectiveness.
- Understanding your organization's mission and vision is crucial for impact measurement.
- A clear theory of change helps organizations focus on their goals.
- Stakeholder mapping is vital for understanding different perspectives on impact.
- Fragmented data is a common challenge for organizations, but progress is possible.
- Short-term metrics are important for tracking progress, but long-term impact is the ultimate goal.
- Centralized data systems could enhance impact measurement but come with challenges.
- Organizations should embrace a data maturity model to assess their capabilities.
- Creating sustainable solutions requires a multi-faceted approach.
- Engaging in conversations about impact measurement can lead to valuable insights.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Nonprofit Impact Measurement
08:34 Defining Impact in the Nonprofit Sector
14:13 The Importance of Theory of Change and Logic Models
20:25 Stakeholder Mapping and Its Role in Impact Measurement
26:18 Challenges of Fragmented Data in Nonprofits
35:28 Exploring Central Data Repositories in Social Impact
40:19 Stakeholder Perspectives on Data Sharing
41:38 The Role of Centralized Data in Health and Human Services
43:28 Lessons from COVID-19: Data Sharing in Crisis
49:02 Balancing Short-Term Metrics with Long-Term Change
01:00:03 Key Takeaways for Nonprofit Leaders
Episode ID: 1000710749826
GUID: f4c44ba8-8b2b-4292-99a6-7983d3b78369
Release Date: 01/06/2025, 20:55:47

Description

Too many organizations struggle to prove the good they’re doing in a way that inspires donors, partners, investors, and communities to take action. Join Lauren and John Mark Vanderpool as they share how you can measure and market your impact to create more meaningful change today.
Each episode delivers practical strategies, expert insights, and inspiring stories to help you overcome these hurdles, raise more funding, and amplify your mission.
Whether you’re leading a nonprofit, heading up a CSR initiative, or simply passionate about making the world a better place, the Social Impact Solutions Podcast is your go-to resource for actionable advice on measuring and marketing your impact.
Tune in, take notes, and let’s create a world where your work speaks for itself.

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