496. Thriving in Turbulent Times + Building a Future-Ready Organization - Erin Davison

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Meet Erin. She’s the CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southwest Louisiana, the region’s largest donor and volunteer-supported mentoring network. Despite facing four federally named natural disasters in less than a year, Erin and her team remained resilient and unwavering in their commitment to the community. In a surprising turn of events, a mysterious email led to a $1.1 million donation from philanthropist MacKenzie Scott🎁 Erin used this gift to launch the Big Defender Fund, securing the future of youth mentoring programs in her community, no matter the challenges Mother Nature throws their way🌩️ Erin shares valuable lessons for nonprofit leaders on thriving in turbulent times, seeking help amidst chaos, and rebuilding organizations to be stronger and more resilient than ever💪 Prepare for some touching stories – you won't want to miss this one! 

💡Learn

  • Case Study: BBBS Southwest Louisiana
  • How nonprofits can thrive during turbulent times During Turbulent Times
  • Ways to build a future-ready organization

Today’s Guest
Erin Davison, CEO, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southwest Louisiana

Episode Highlights

  • Erin’s story and journey to where she is today (2:30)
  • Leading an organization during four catastrophic events (7:00)
  • An unexpected $1.1 million donation (11:40)
  • The impact of a transformative gift (16:40)
  • Erin’s lessons learned about creating a future-ready organization (25:15)
  • A powerful moment of philanthropy in Erin’s life (29:55)
  • Erin’s One Good Thing: Grace. (35:20)
  • How to connect with Erin and Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southwest Louisiana (38:15)

For more information + episode details visit: weareforgood.com/episode/496.


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Meet Erin. She’s the CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southwest Louisiana, the region’s largest donor and volunteer-supported mentoring network. Despite facing four federally named natural disasters in less than a year, Erin and her team remained resilient and unwavering in their commitment to the community. In a surprising turn of events, a mysterious email led to a $1.1 million donation from philanthropist MacKenzie Scott🎁 Erin used this gift to launch the Big Defender Fund, securing the future of youth mentoring programs in her community, no matter the challenges Mother Nature throws their way🌩️ Erin shares valuable lessons for nonprofit leaders on thriving in turbulent times, seeking help amidst chaos, and rebuilding organizations to be stronger and more resilient than ever💪 Prepare for some touching stories – you won't want to miss this one! 

💡Learn

  • Case Study: BBBS Southwest Louisiana
  • How nonprofits can thrive during turbulent times During Turbulent Times
  • Ways to build a future-ready organization

Today’s Guest
Erin Davison, CEO, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southwest Louisiana

Episode Highlights

  • Erin’s story and journey to where she is today (2:30)
  • Leading an organization during four catastrophic events (7:00)
  • An unexpected $1.1 million donation (11:40)
  • The impact of a transformative gift (16:40)
  • Erin’s lessons learned about creating a future-ready organization (25:15)
  • A powerful moment of philanthropy in Erin’s life (29:55)
  • Erin’s One Good Thing: Grace. (35:20)
  • How to connect with Erin and Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southwest Louisiana (38:15)

For more information + episode details visit: weareforgood.com/episode/496.


Make the most of Monthly Giving Awareness Week 💛

During Monthly Giving Awareness Week (May 11-16), Givebutter is giving back. For every new monthly donor who gives $5 or more, your nonprofit earns a $10 donation. $25,000 in matching funds are available to organizations just like yours! Get all the details and get started today here




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Join the We Are For Good Community—completely free.
Join fellow changemakers, share takeaways from this working session, and keep collaborating in a space built for connection, inspiration, and real impact: www.weareforgoodcommunity.com

Say hi 👋
LinkedIn / Instagram / Facebook / YouTube / Twitter

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