Nonprofit Nation with Julia Campbell
Ready for some real talk about nonprofits? Julia Campbell sits down with industry experts and practitioners to get advice on the best ways to build a thriving movement and a vibrant, passionate community around a cause.
Topics include fundraising, storytelling, and marketing of course - but it also dives into mental health issues, leadership strategy, digital wellness, and much more. Julia's guests share practical wisdom, entertaining stories, and real-world tips that will help you strategize, plan, and grow your nonprofit.
You never know exactly what you’re going to learn when you tune into Nonprofit Nation, but you can be assured that it will be worth your valuable time and attention.
Nonprofit Nation is hosted by Julia Campbell, digital marketing and fundraising expert, nonprofit consultant, and author of Storytelling in the Digital Age: A Guide for Nonprofits and How to Build and Mobilize a Social Media Community for Your Nonprofit in 90 Days.
Julia helps nonprofits build movements, and in her work she teaches nonprofits how to build community, audience and raise influence on social media channels.
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Nonprofit Nation with Julia Campbell
Scaling Impact Without Losing Your Roots with Angelique Albert
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Nonprofits are often told to scale their impact, but what happens when growth risks pulling organizations away from the communities they serve?
In this episode, I sit down with Angelique Albert, CEO of Native Forward Scholars Fund, to discuss what it means to grow with intention, stay rooted in community, and lead through trust. Raised on the Flathead Indian Reservation and now leading the largest provider of direct scholarships to Native students in the United States, Angelique brings a powerful perspective on leadership, equity, and philanthropy.
Native Forward has awarded more than $350 million in scholarships to over 22,000 students across 500 Tribes, helping Native students pursue higher education while preserving culture, identity, and belonging.
We explore how Angelique's upbringing shaped her leadership philosophy, why scholarships alone aren't enough to ensure student success, and what nonprofits truly need from funders to create lasting change. The conversation also dives into the impact of receiving a transformational $50 million unrestricted gift from MacKenzie Scott, and what trust-based philanthropy can unlock when organizations are given the flexibility to meet community needs.
Angelique shares candid lessons on scaling impact without losing your roots, navigating a significant increase in demand, and ensuring that growth remains grounded in mission, culture, and community. This episode is a must-listen for nonprofit leaders, funders, and anyone interested in building organizations that lead with trust, equity, and long-term impact.
🎧 In this episode, we discuss:
- What unrestricted funding really makes possible for nonprofits
- Why trust-based philanthropy is essential—not optional
- The challenges and opportunities that come with rapid growth
- How Native Forward is redefining student success
- Building organizations that remain community-centered while scaling
- What funders still misunderstand about nonprofit impact
- Lessons in leadership, equity, and staying true to your roots as you grow
💼 About Angelique Albert
Angelique Albert is the CEO of Native Forward Scholars Fund, the largest provider of direct scholarships to Native students in the United States. A proud member of the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes, she is a passionate advocate for educational equity, community empowerment, and expanding opportunities for Native students nationwide.
Since becoming CEO in 2017, Angelique has led Native Forward through a period of remarkable growth, helping the organization award more than $350 million in scholarships to over 20,000 students representing 500 Tribal Nations across all 50 states. Her leadership is rooted in the belief that education is a powerful tool for strengthening individuals, families, and communities.
Recognized nationally for her impact in philanthropy and nonprofit leadership, Angelique continues to champion trust-based giving, student success, and sustainable growth while ensuring Native voices and communities remain at the center of the work.
🔗 Connect with Angelique: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelique-albert-a849a741/
🌐 Learn more about Native Forward: https://www.nativeforward.org/
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