Surviving Beyond the Grant: Sustainability, Funding & Strategy | Episode 094 with Marnie Maraldo and Cassandra Sage

Cassandra Sage and Marnie Maraldo from Influence the Choice share how they’ve taken their coalition beyond the DFC (Drug Free Communities) Grant and continue to do impactful work in drug prevention and youth leadership. They discuss the challenges and strategies involved in sustaining a nonprofit organization focused on substance use prevention, explore the importance of adapting to changing social norms and highlight the significance of sustainability in prevention efforts. Enjoy this episode of the Drug Prevention Power Hour!Chapters00:00 Building Community and Youth Engagement01:41 Influence the Choice: Mission and Impact04:32 Youth Leadership Development Initiatives07:51 Sustainability and Long-Term Strategies10:40 Measuring Success and Future Goals13:14 Navigating Social Norms and Healthy Choices17:48 Building a Strong Governance Structure21:18 Grant Writing and Fundraising Strategies24:21 Funding Sources and Financial Health26:29 Preparing for Grant Transitions28:15 Networking and Relationship Building31:25 Personalizing Donor Engagement42:18 Call to Action and Community Involvement43:49 Engaging Youth in Substance Use EducationLinks for Influence The Choice:Website: www.influencethechoice.orgYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@influencethechoiceFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/InfluenceTheChoice/For feedback, questions and new episode [email protected]/vive18_