May 16, 2023
In episode 72 of Mission: Impact, Carol and her guest, Lauren Brownstein discuss:
How to be well while you are doing good
What passion exploitation is and why it is important to your organization
Why self-care is an organization’s responsibility as much as an individual’s
Guest Bio:
Lauren Brownstein is the author of Be Well, Do Good: Self-Care and
Renewal for Nonprofit Professionals and Other Do-Gooders. She has
been working in philanthropy for more than 30 years as a
fundraiser, educator, program manager, and administrator. She helps
nonprofit organizations, philanthropists, and grant makers achieve
their goals through PITCH, LLC, her fundraising and philanthropy
consulting practice. As a reflection of her commitment to
philanthropy and volunteerism, Lauren has served on the boards of
several nonprofits and has volunteered extensively in the
community. She was a certified foster parent before adopting a
child from the foster care system. She earned a Masters in Teaching
in Museum Education from the George Washington University and a
Bachelors with High Distinction from the University of Virginia.
She lives in the Washington, DC area.
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