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— FEATURED EPISODE
Rooted & Resilient: Governance that Strengthens Financial Sustainability with Adriana Moura
In this episode, we unpack the vital role governance plays in building resilient, mission-driven organizations. Why do NGOs need a board? What does good governance actually look like in practice? And why do funders increasingly see strong governance as a key indicator of financial health and organizational credibility?
We sit down with Adriana Moura, Finance Manager at Brazil's Institute for Climate and Society, to explore emerging governance trends, discuss how to respond when funders question your governance structures, and share practical strategies for strengthening your organization from the inside out. From building a diverse, agile board to creating meaningful communication rituals that keep board members engaged, this conversation is packed with actionable insights for nonprofit leaders, board members, and anyone committed to building a sustainable organization.
Whether you're reviewing your governance model or preparing for your next funding opportunity, this episode offers practical guidance to help your organization thrive.
*Adriana appears in this episode in her personal capacity. The opinions she expresses in this podcast are her personal views.
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— YOUR HOST
Lucía Carrasco
Lucía has spent over 15 years at the intersection of human rights, gender justice, and resource mobilization—working with women's funds, corporate foundations, and civil society organizations worldwide.
She leads the Financial Innovation and Resilience (FIRE) program at Spring, where she's accompanied more than 400 organizations in building real financial strength. She is currently the treasurer on FERN’s Board of Directors.
When she's not working, you'll find her at the pottery wheel, hunting for textiles, or chasing warmer weather.
Have a suggestion for a future episode? Let her know!
— ABOUT SPRING
A global community of changemakers
Spring is a global community of changemakers united in our belief that personal transformation and collaborative approaches are essential to meaningful and sustained change. We provide training and accompaniment for social and climate justice organizations, and funders worldwide.
For over 20 years, we’ve partnered with organizations and individuals in more than 100 countries on leadership coaching and development, financial resilience and meaningful collaboration.
This podcast is brought to you by Spring.
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— ABOUT FIRE
Build mission-aligned financial strength
Since 2012, Spring's Financial Innovation and Resilience (FIRE) program has supported leadership teams from over 500 social and climate justice organizations in more than 70 countries to build greater financial strength. Past participants have described FIRE as "a bridge between powerful vision and practical strategies".
Through this internationally acclaimed program, organizations learn the essentials of financial resilience and explore innovative tools and strategies to adapt to increasingly volatile political and funding landscapes.
