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How NGOs Can Attract Donors, Talent & CSR Partnerships | Girish Balachandran

Why do so many NGOs struggle with visibility, funding, and talent despite doing powerful work on the ground? In this episode, Girish Balachandran, Founder of On Purpose, shares why he believes the biggest challenge in the social sector isn’t just funding, it’s mindset. We explore why “good work should speak for itself” is no longer enough, and why communications, storytelling, and founder visibility are critical for nonprofit growth and sustainability. If you work in the nonprofit sector, CSR, philanthropy, social entrepreneurship, or impact consulting, this episode offers practical insights into nonprofit communications strategy, NGO leadership, donor dynamics, and long-term sustainability. Watch the full episode to understand how NGOs can move from impact to influence and why owning your narrative is essential in today’s digital-first world. Subscribe to our channel and never miss the latest episodes:    / @twofounderswalktinto   About Ajit Sivaram and Satish Manchikanti - They are the co-founders of U&I Trust and Change+. About U&I - U&I is a nonprofit organization committed to transforming lives through education and community engagement. Our two core programs are U&I Teach and U&I Empower. U&I Teach provides after-school tutoring and mentorship to underprivileged children across India, helping bridge the education gap. U&I Empower creates volunteering opportunities for corporate employees, enabling them to give back through meaningful, impact-driven experiences. At the heart of U&I are our core values: #bethechange #bigaudaciousimpact and #inthistogether About Change+ - The organization helps people become the leaders they’re meant to be. The leadership training journeys blend self-awareness, real-world practice, and people-first thinking, helping teams lead with clarity, confidence, and impact. From emerging managers to senior leaders, Change+ designs learning experiences that teach leadership. Follow them on LinkedIn: Ajit Sivaram -   / ajit4949   Satish Manchikanti -   / satish-manchikanti   Visit our Website: https://uandi.org.in/ Volunteer With U&I: https://uandi.org.in/volunteer Partner With U&I: https://uandi.org.in/csr Work With U&I: https://uandi.org.in/hiring Donate to our Cause: https://ui.danamojo.org/ Follow Us: Instagram:   / uandi.org.in   LinkedIn:   / u&i-charity   YouTube:    / uanditv   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/04ZaR7H... Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/0a5... #podcast #genz #leadership #ngo #entrepreneur #management Timestamps: 00:00 – Why NGOs Must Own Their Narrative 00:38 – Can NGOs Turn Everyday Work into Movements? 01:09 – Girish’s Journey: From Corporate to On Purpose 04:15 – The Visibility Challenge in the Social Sector 05:04 – “The Work Should Speak for Itself” 06:50 – Why Founders Must Be the Voice of the Brand 08:10 – What’s Working in NGO Communications Today 09:38 – Dignity Over Deficit: Rethinking Impact Storytelling 11:53 – Enabling Beneficiaries to Tell Their Own Stories 13:36 – 3 Trends NGOs Must Pay Attention To 15:44 – Standing Out Without Big Marketing Budgets 17:03 – Founder Profiling & Building the Next Layer of Leadership 19:00 – The Entrepreneur’s Journey: Surviving Highs & Lows 21:05 – Choosing Purpose: Advice for Aspiring Social Entrepreneurs 23:11 – Fair Pay in the Social Sector & Changing Donor Mindsets 24:53 – Attracting Top Talent to the Nonprofit Space