Generous Girl

Jill Johnson – Planning for Generosity – S2 – Ep. 39

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Jill Johnson is interviewed by Kim Moeller. Welcome to Generous Girl with Kim Moeller, and in this episode we have an inspiring conversation with Jill Johnson. From her beginnings as an electrical engineer to becoming a mother of four and an inner-city school teacher, Jill's journey is a testament to perseverance, faith, and boundless generosity. She shares how she's turned personal challenges into opportunities to give, using strategies like Required Minimum Distributions and Qualified Charitable Distributions to maximize her impact. We'll also explore her involvement with "Women Doing Well" and hear powerful stories of community support, including her church's efforts to assist a struggling single mother during the pandemic. Sit back and be inspired by Jill Johnson's story of thoughtful and transformational giving!


Guests Recommendations:
https://womendoingwell.org/
Unafraid by Francine Rivers
Richard J. Foster, Freedom of Simplicity, Learning Humility.
Philippians - 4:11
The Mark of the Lion by Francine Rivers

Outline:
(00:02) Meet Jill Johnson, an inspiring engineer and teacher.
(03:50) Parents modeled generosity and strong Christian values.
(09:21) Planning: Surprise at large IRA's RMD taxes.
(10:14) IRA withdrawals are required after age 74.
(15:47) Adviser's strategies maximize giving and receiving efficiently.
(18:37) Crystal aids struggling mother, community lends support.
(21:14) Inspiring hope through overcoming challenges and generosity.
(24:54) 401(k) matches offer valuable, often-missed benefits.
(27:54) Finding affordable financial advisors is often challenging.
(34:07) Wallet stolen, found empty wallets in trash.

About the Guest:  Jill Johnson grew up in a challenging environment as the middle child of six in an alcoholic family with financial struggles. Her mother worked as a secretary, and her father was a truck driver, making ends meet difficult. Despite the hardships, Jill's resourceful spirit shone through during times like Christmas. The family couldn't afford a tree, so they relied on school trees that were offered to families without one or waited until Christmas Eve to take advantage of giveaways. These experiences shaped Jill into a resilient and resourceful individual, capable of finding hope and joy amidst adversity.

Meet the Host: Kim Moeller

Kim Moeller is a dynamic Charitable Advisor in Philanthropy CAP® based in sunny San Diego. With a passion for faith, generosity, and living a meaningful life, Kim brings her expertise in financial services, business development, and life coaching to every episode of the Generous Girl podcast.

Kim has spent years inspiring others as a women's event speaker, teaching leader, and professional life coach. She uses her unique blend of transparency, depth, humor, and real-life stories to encourage personal growth and significance. She is passionate about celebrating generosity in all its forms—whether in faith, family, fitness, finance, or friendship—and thrives on helping women take their next step toward a life of purpose.

Known for her talent as a connector, Kim loves introducing women to the people, resources, and ideas they need to know, all while sharing her favorite bargain finds and hot tips. When she's not hosting the podcast, Kim enjoys life as a devoted wife, mom to four grown kids and their spouses, and "dog mom" to her sweet yellow lab, Rey. She finds joy in long beach walks, meaningful conversations, and cheering others on in their journeys of faith and generosity.

Join Kim on Generous Girl as she celebrates stories of impact, inspires a spirit of giving, and reminds us all of the incredible power of generosity.
 


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