In this episode of the Nonprofit Spotlight Series , host Grayson Harris speaks with Beth Hassett , CEO of WEAVE , an organization committed to ending domestic and sexual violence in the Sacramento region. With over 40 years of impact, WEAVE provides critical intervention services, prevention education, and community engagement programs aimed at creating safer, more supportive communities for survivors. Beth shares how WEAVE’s vision — When Everyone Acts, Violence Ends — calls on individuals and organizations alike to take tangible action, from education to advocacy. She also reflects on her nearly three decades of leadership at WEAVE, the organization’s growth from a $1.8 million to an $11 million nonprofit, and how their values-driven approach sustains both trust and transformation. Key Topics Covered WEAVE’s New Vision: Why “When Everyone Acts, Violence Ends” emphasizes community action over passive awareness. Intervention & Prevention: From housing and legal aid to youth education and bystander training in bars, salons, and workplaces. Leadership & Growth: Beth’s 20+ year journey from development director to CEO and WEAVE’s expansion into new programs and advocacy. Funding with Integrity: Navigating uncertain funding landscapes through transparency, community trust, and values-based communication. Community Engagement: How partnerships with schools, businesses, and civic organizations drive prevention efforts. Living the Values: Keeping survivor-centered care and empathy at the core of daily operations and long-term strategy. Charity Charge is a financial technology company serving the nonprofit sector. From the Charity Charge Nonprofit Credit Card to bookkeeping , gift card disbursements , and state compliance , we help mission-driven organizations streamline operations and stay financially strong. Learn more at charitycharge.com . --------------------------- About Charity Charge Charity Charge is a financial technology company serving the nonprofit sector. From the Charity Charge Nonprofit Credit Card to bookkeeping , gift card disbursements , and state compliance , we help mission-driven organizations streamline operations and stay financially strong. Learn more at charitycharge.com .
