Breaking the Silence: Making Leadership Transitions Safe for Nonprofits

Written By T. Bakare

Guests: Liz Sak and Hana Sun
Publisher: Fund the People
Resource Type: Podcast Episode
Principle: Change Funder Practice/ Build Capacity

This podcast episode offers a behind-the-scenes look at how the Cricket Island Foundation is reimagining support for executive transitions—particularly for small, grassroots nonprofits focused on youth organizing.

Funders can use this resource to:

  • Explore how to design long-term, trust-based support for grantees navigating leadership transitions.

  • Learn practical strategies to reduce stigma and fear surrounding executive departures.

  • Consider models for creating safe, collaborative spaces for grantee leaders to plan their next chapter.

T. Bakare
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