In this spirited conversation, we're digging into a fascinating and inspiring sector of the fiscal sponsorship community: Model C. This form of fiscal sponsorship can be an incredible tool for artists, creatives and organizations — allowing them access to grants, professional development, and community.

The episode features Theresa Hubbard (Fractured Atlas), Shawn René Graham (The Field), John Bell (Springboard for the Arts), and Julia Barbosa Landois (Fresh Arts).

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Network Exchange: Louisa Mfum-Mensah and Thembi Maiden of Urban Affairs Coalition on improving office culture

Have you checked out Network Exchange, the podcast from the National Network of Fiscal Sponsors? Whether you’re a seasoned professional, new to the field, or just curious about the work, this show is your go-to source for illuminating insights, best practices, and the latest trends in the dynamic realm of fiscal sponsorship.

To give you a sense of what we’re discussing on the podcast, here’s an excerpt from a recent conversation with Louisa Mfum-Mensah and Thembi Maiden from the Urban Affairs Coalition (UAC), a fiscal sponsor with 486 employees that has recently put a lot of effort into strengthening its workplace culture. That process inspired a panel at the 2023 National Gathering in New Orleans.

In this episode, host Lee Stabert chats with Louisa Mfum-Mensah and Thembi Maiden from Urban Affairs Coalition about creating a healthy and authentic environment within an organization. A fiscal sponsor with 486 employees, UAC recently put a lot of effort into strengthening its workplace culture. After feeling the positive impact of these changes, the UAC team couldn’t keep it to themselves: They used the 2023 National Gathering in New Orleans as an occasion to share best practices and keep the learning process going.