Christian Capitalist Podcast
With Rich Sanders
Ep. 37 with Joanne Hickox
In this follow-up episode, host Rich Sanders welcomes back Joanne Hickox, founder of Operation Military Matters, to dive deeper into the heart and hustle behind one of Florida’s most impactful military nonprofits. Joanne opens up about what it really takes to build a sustainable ministry, lead volunteers with excellence, and run a growing organization from a place of faith and deep conviction.
You’ll hear updates on recent deployments, learn how corporate sponsorships have become vital to their mission, and discover how Joanne uses every opportunity, even at the post office, to witness, love, and inspire. Packed with practical wisdom and spiritual depth, this episode is a powerful reminder that generosity isn’t a one-time act, it’s a way of life.
In This Episode:
• 01:00 Welcome Back, Joanne - What’s New with Operation Military Matters
• 04:00 Packing Events, Volunteer Nights & Systematizing Growth
• 08:00 Corporate Sponsorships, Local Business Partnerships & God’s Timing
• 13:00 Sending to Special Units & High-Risk Deployment Zones
• 18:00 Faith Moments at the Post Office - Everyday Evangelism
• 23:00 Teaching Kids & Teens the Joy of Serving
• 28:00 Managing Donor Dollars with Integrity & Prayer
• 33:00 What Keeps Joanne Going - Even Through Challenges
• 38:00 How Operation Military Matters Embodies Christian Capitalism
• 42:00 Joanne’s Updated Definition of a Christian Capitalist
Quotes:
• “When you serve, you show up with your heart - not just your hands.” [23:15]
• “It’s amazing what God can do when you say yes with a box and a prayer.” [13:40]
• “Being a Christian Capitalist means stewarding well and giving freely - because it's not ours anyway.” [42:00]
Relevant Links:
· Christian Capitalist Website
· G3 Village: https://www.g3village.org/
· Operation Military Matters: https://operationmilitarymatters.org
· How to Donate or Volunteer: https://operationmilitarymatters.org/donate
· Connect with Joanne:
o LinkedIn
· Featured Verse: Proverbs 11:25 - “A generous person will prosper; whoever refreshes others will be refreshed.”
