EPISODE · Mar 10, 2026 · 10 MIN
54. Why Smart Women Put Their Name on a Nonprofit (And You Should Also)
from The Rich Nonprofit · host Lisa Avila
You've been told that the most noble form of giving is anonymous. Quiet. Behind the scenes. And that wanting your name on a foundation or nonprofit is ego.In this episode, Lisa calls that out for what it is: conditioning that keeps powerful women on the sidelines of philanthropy. She discusses why visible leadership isn't vanity, it's accountability. Why your great-grandchildren deserve to find more than a LinkedIn profile when they look you up. And why the double standard around women claiming credit for their impactful work needs to end.If you've been thinking about the foundation you want to build, this episode will encourage you.Main Topics Covered in this Episode:• Why wanting your name on a nonprofit or foundation isn't ego• The conditioning that keeps successful women giving quietly instead of leading visibly• Accountability, visibility, and legacy: the three reasons your name matters• The double standard women face when they claim credit for impact work• What happens to women who never claim their philanthropic visionResources Mentioned in the Episode:• Join Nonprofit Ready on Telegram (free): https://poppygrovellc.myflodesk.com/nonprofitreadyConnect with Lisa:• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisathestrategist/• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisamavilaMore About The Rich Nonprofit:The Rich Nonprofit is for mission-driven women who are starting or scaling nonprofits. Each week, Lisa Avila delivers straight talk on nonprofit strategy, funding, leadership, and legacy.
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