In this episode of Lead with Heart, I am joined by Laura Bonnell, the founder of The Bonnell Foundation and host of the Living with Cystic Fibrosis Podcast. Laura's journey into advocacy began when her mother's instincts clashed with initial medical skepticism, ultimately leading to a life-changing diagnosis for her daughter Molly. Fueled by a passion to help her daughter and others with cystic fibrosis (CF), Laura shifted from a journalism career to nonprofit leadership, combining her storytelling skills and commitment to advocacy. Now, she's raising awareness, supporting families, and working with legislators to drive meaningful change for those living with CF.Our conversation delves into the challenges faced by CF families, the importance of storytelling in fundraising and awareness, and the role of nonprofit advocacy in creating meaningful change.In this episode:[02:46] Turning a challenging experience into a mission-driven career[06:11] Understanding cystic fibrosis and The Bonnell Foundation[08:38] The challenges cystic fibrosis families face once they receive the diagnosis[10:10] The Bonnell Foundation’s funding model[11:55] The value of telling your story[14:10] The key components of ethical storytelling[21:24] Adopting an advocacy mindset to create impactful and sustainable nonprofit growth[27:37] Involving children in advocacy[29:09] The Bonnell Foundation’s goals for the futureCONNECT WITH LAURALinkedIn: Laura BonnellInstagram: @laurabonnellWebsite: https://thebonnellfoundation.org/ Email: [email protected] Haley a suggestion or request via text HERE!My book, Sow, Grow, Lead is live on Amazon! It shares my journey of starting a nonprofit in Malawi and offers practical strategies for nonprofit leaders to create real impact. Trusted by 80,000+ organizations in 90+ countries, Donorbox offers easy fundraising tools to help you raise more. From fast donation forms to crowdfunding, events, and Donorbox Live™ Kiosk, grow your impact with donorbox.orgCONNECT WITH HALEYHaley is a CFRE, Stress Management Coach, and EmC trainer. Founder of The Savvy Fundraiser, she brings experience in human services, homelessness, and youth nonprofits. She specializes in EmC, leadership, board development, and fundraising, empowering nonprofit leaders to build thriving organizations.Instagram: @thesavvyfundraiser LinkedIn: Haley Cooper, CFREWebsite: thesavvyfundraiser.comYouTube: thesavvyfundraiserProduced by Ideablossoms

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