The Charity Charge Show - Nonprofit Podcast

In this nonprofit spotlight, we speak with Juan Caballero, CEO of Build Change, a global nonprofit dedicated to creating disaster-resilient housing and transforming construction practices in vulnerable communities around the world.

Juan shares insights from his 14-year journey at Build Change, from his early days as a project manager in Haiti after the 2010 earthquake to leading the organization’s next chapter as CEO. He discusses how Build Change empowers local communities to retrofit and rebuild safer homes, why partnerships and flexibility are key to long-term success, and how the organization is expanding its impact into new regions like Africa.

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.

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.