In this energizing AFP ICON conversation, Charity Jen sits down with Sarah Miller—consultant with Palmetto Philanthropy and President-Elect of AFP DC—to explore how nonprofit professionals can lead with resilience even in times of uncertainty. Sarah opens up about the emotional toll of nonprofit work, the fatigue many leaders are facing, and the importance of building community to stay connected, grounded, and inspired.

Live from Seattle, the two discuss their shared board service with AFP DC, how ICON fosters collaboration across chapters, and why wellness initiatives like hikes and retreats might be exactly what fundraisers need. If you’re navigating burnout or searching for fresh ways to support your nonprofit peers, this episode offers thoughtful reflection and practical takeaways you’ll want to bring back to your team.

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Here are some notable moments from the episode:

00:00 – Welcome to the AFP ICON Series with Sarah Miller

01:34 – Sarah on the challenges facing today’s nonprofits

02:47 – Finding hope and energy in community

04:06 – Takeaways for AFP DC: wellness, collaboration, and innovation

05:44 – Nuggets of wisdom and book recs from the conference

In this energizing AFP ICON conversation, Charity Jen sits down with <a href="https://palmettophilanthropy.com/about/sarah-miller/">Sarah Miller</a>&mdash;consultant with <a href="https://palmettophilanthropy.com/">Palmetto Philanthropy </a>and President-Elect of AFP DC&mdash;to explore how nonprofit professionals can lead with resilience even in times of uncertainty. Sarah opens up about the emotional toll of nonprofit work, the fatigue many leaders are facing, and the importance of building community to stay connected, grounded, and inspired.
Live from Seattle, the two discuss their shared board service with AFP DC, how ICON fosters collaboration across chapters, and why wellness initiatives like hikes and retreats might be exactly what fundraisers need. If you&rsquo;re navigating burnout or searching for fresh ways to support your nonprofit peers, this episode offers thoughtful reflection and practical takeaways you&rsquo;ll want to bring back to your team.
Don&rsquo;t forget to follow and subscribe at <a href="https://olasmedia.com/shows/from-the-nest-with-charity-jen">olasmedia.com</a>
Here are some notable moments from the episode:
00:00 &ndash; Welcome to the AFP ICON Series with Sarah Miller
01:34 &ndash; Sarah on the challenges facing today&rsquo;s nonprofits
02:47 &ndash; Finding hope and energy in community
04:06 &ndash; Takeaways for AFP DC: wellness, collaboration, and innovation
05:44 &ndash; Nuggets of wisdom and book recs from the conference

Join Jen Newmeyer as she explores the trials, tribulations, and triumphs of nonprofit fundraising. Each episode contains valuable guidance from CharityJen and industry leaders who’ve given flight to groundbreaking ideas and landed with success. In From the Nest, you’ll learn that fundraising is more than just annual plans, goals and budgets. Behind every great fundraiser is a great story.

Join <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennewmeyer/">Jen Newmeyer</a> as she explores the trials, tribulations, and triumphs of nonprofit fundraising. Each episode contains valuable guidance from <a href="https://www.charityjen.com/">CharityJen</a> and industry leaders who’ve given flight to groundbreaking ideas and landed with success. In From the Nest, you’ll learn that fundraising is more than just annual plans, goals and budgets. Behind every great fundraiser is a great story.

From the Nest with Charity Jen

AFP ICON Series :  Sarah Miller - Community, Connection, and Capacity

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