As part of the Charity Charge Nonprofit Spotlight Series, we had the privilege of speaking with
Arundati Dandapani, Founder and CEO of
Generation1.ca. Arundati's path into the nonprofit world is rooted in a lifelong passion for storytelling and empathy — from publishing her first short story at eight years old, to teaching writing workshops inside prisons, to leading initiatives that bridge data, creativity, and social impact.
Her organization, Generation1.ca, has grown into a thriving professional community that equips immigrants with the tools, networks, and opportunities they need to succeed in a new country.
With more than 2,000 members and a mission grounded in education, inclusion, and collaboration, Generation1.ca is helping transform the newcomer experience in North America.
In our conversation, Arundati shares how her personal journey shaped her leadership, why storytelling remains at the heart of her work, and how her team is building a future where immigrant voices are not only heard but celebrated.
What is The Charity Charge Show - Nonprofit Podcast?
Scaling a mission requires more than passion, it requires high-discipline leadership, financial innovation, and strategic resilience. Hosted by Stephen Garten, The Charity Charge Show goes behind the scenes with nonprofit CEOs, social impact innovators, and community leaders. From the TGR Foundation to the Sierra Club, we deconstruct the operational models, fundraising breakthroughs, and "durable skills" driving real-world impact. Power your mission with actionable insights from the front lines of the nonprofit sector.