In this episode, Ken and Russell sit down with Sandra Clarkson, President & CEO of The Calgary Drop-In Centre, one of North America's largest homeless shelters. Sandra has dedicated her entire career to the nonprofit sector, working both on the front lines and on the funding side, giving her a unique perspective on the challenges and opportunities within the sector. At The DI, Sandra lead a major strategic shift to a housing-focused model. 

Sandra shares insights into the challenges of implementing strategic change with long-serving staff some of whom may be resistant to new approaches: and navigating public engagement amidst NIMBYism and community pushback. Whether you're a leader in the nonprofit sector or just someone who gives a f*** about making meaningful change, this conversation offers valuable lessons on leadership, resilience, and the power of vision.

Links:

• The Free Goods Program, by The Calgary Drop-In Centre: FreeGoodsProgram.ca

The DI’s Free Goods Program collects new and used donations and then distributes them to Calgarians who need them – at no cost. For donations that aren’t required for programs, the DI will recycle or sell them to raise money that is better suited for other agency needs. No donation goes to waste.
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