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find your causeE167: The Impact of Culinary Training on Refugees and Survivors of Human TraffickingIn this episode, Joseph interviews Kerry Brodie, the Founder and Executive Director of Emma's Torch. Emma's Torch is an organization that empowers refugees and survivors of human trafficking through culinary training and workforce development. Kerry explains that she founded the organization after realizing that she had the passion and idea to create a culinary training program for refugees and survivors of human trafficking.
She was inspired by the question, "Why not me?" and decided to take on the challenge herself. Kerry highlights the mission of Emma's Torch, which is to empower refugees and survivors of human trafficking...
2024-03-1423 min
find your causeE166: Reimagining Community Service: The Movement Street's Impactful ApproachLyric Amodia, Founder and Executive Director of The Movement Street, joins Joseph in this episode. The Movement Street is a nonprofit organization that redefines community service through impact and style. Lyric was inspired to start the organization after witnessing the effects of the Flint water crisis and wanting to make a difference. The organization aims to make community service more attractive and engaging for the community, with a focus on sustainability.
Lyric shares that The Movement Street initially focused on charitable giving and community give-back events, such as a back-to-school supplies giveaway and water distribution drives in Flint, Michigan...
2024-03-0722 min
find your causeE163: How The Jewish National Fund Transformed IsraelIn this podcast conversation, Joseph interviews Russell Robinson, the Chief Executive Officer of the Jewish National Fund USA. They discuss the mission of the organization, which was originally established 127 years ago to repurchase land in Israel but now focuses on building partnerships and developing the land for various projects. Russell explains that what keeps him in his role is the opportunity to bring people along and involve them in philanthropy.
He shares the story of how they were able to address a water catastrophe in Israel and turn it around, making Israel the number one country in...
2024-02-1532 min
find your causeE162: Empowering Youth Through Servant LeadershipIn this episode, Joseph interviews Jacque Stefanik, the Executive Director and Co-founder of Serving People with a Mission (SPM). SPM is a leadership development program that focuses on providing young people, particularly teenagers and those in their twenties, with the tools and resources to become servant leaders in their communities.
Jacque explains that the mission of SPM is to seek and provide people from all walks of life with the knowledge and resources they need to make a positive impact in their communities. Jacque shares the story of how SPM was founded in 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic.
2024-02-0825 min
find your causeE149: Challenging Societal Expectations: Men's Journey to Authenticity and LoveIn this episode, Joseph interviews Arnold Westphal, the Executive Director and Workshop Presenter at Breakthrough for Men, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting men in leading more fulfilling lives. Arnold shares that Breakthrough for Men's mission is to help men uncover their aliveness and deepen their relationships by providing tools and practices for living with more authenticity and love.
When asked why he chose to dedicate his time to this mission, Arnold explains that he personally felt a sense of disconnection and wanted to find more meaning in his life. Through his own experience with the Breakthrough...
2023-10-1949 min
find your causeE139: Preventing Homelessness and Promoting Affordable HousingIn this episode, Joseph interviews Joe Jackson, the Executive Director at Hesed House, a nonprofit organization dedicated to feeding the hungry, sheltering the homeless, clothing the naked, and giving people a chance to hope again. Joe shares his personal journey from the corporate world to the nonprofit sector, driven by his wife's experience with homelessness.
He explains that the mission of Hesed House is simple yet powerful: to provide basic needs and hope to those in need. Joe discusses the different programs and services offered by Hesed House, including a soup kitchen, food pantry, clothes closet, and...
2023-08-1031 min
find your causeE137: How Furniture Restores DignityIn this podcast conversation, Jingwen and Joseph discuss the mission and work of Lighthouse DC, a nonprofit organization that helps create homes for formerly homeless and low-income residents in Washington, DC.
Jingwen, who is a co-founder and director of operations at Lighthouse DC, shares that their organization focuses on providing furniture and creating a home environment for individuals who have already secured housing. They follow a "housing first" approach, which prioritizes providing stable housing before addressing other needs. Jingwen explains that the idea for Lighthouse DC came about when he moved to DC and was shocked to...
2023-07-2724 min
find your causeE132: Bringing More Girls Into Tech In Puerto RicoIn this episode of the Greater Than Zero Percent, Adelaide Canino, Founder and CEO of Dev 46 talks to Joseph about her mission to increase the representation of Latinas in the tech industry in Puerto Rico. Adelaide highlights the lack of opportunities and options for Latinas in the tech industry and how Dev 46 is addressing this issue by providing technology education to young girls in Puerto Rico.
She emphasizes the importance of starting technology education in pre-K, with an emphasis on logical thinking and creative thought, to increase representation and empower young girls. Dev 46 has three major components...
2023-06-2236 min
find your causeE130: The Power of Human Connection for Personal and Professional GrowthIn this podcast, Ginger Johnson talks with Joseph about the power of human connection and the importance of belonging in personal and professional lives. They discuss the importance of purpose over passion, creating safe spaces for personal breakthroughs, and sustaining missions with profitability. The conversation emphasizes the importance of intentional connection and the value of the connector's mindset. Listeners will gain valuable insights and guidance for building connections and creating a sense of belonging.
2023-06-0838 min
find your causeE129: Leadership and Management in Education & Tech: Insights and StrategiesJoin Beth Napleton and Joseph as they discuss the challenges faced by teams in various industries, including education and tech. They highlight the importance of addressing team dynamics and culture to ensure successful outcomes in any industry. Beth offers practical advice and personal anecdotes from her 25 years of experience in mission-driven organizations, including starting a successful charter school on the south side of Chicago. Don't miss out on this insightful conversation!
Chicago-based Beth Napleton is an executive leadership coach, consultant and the owner and founder of Beth Napleton Consulting. She offers senior leaders in education and at...
2023-06-0131 min
find your causeE129: Leadership and Management in Education: Insights and StrategiesJoin Beth Napleton and Joseph as they discuss the challenges faced by teams in various industries, including education and tech. They highlight the importance of addressing team dynamics and culture to ensure successful outcomes in any industry. Beth offers practical advice and personal anecdotes from her 25 years of experience in mission-driven organizations, including starting a successful charter school on the south side of Chicago. Don't miss out on this insightful conversation!
Chicago-based Beth Napleton is an executive leadership coach, consultant and the owner and founder of Beth Napleton Consulting. She offers senior leaders in education and at...
2023-06-0131 min
find your causeE126: Democratizing Access to PhilanthropyIn our CEOs & CSR series (C&C), we sit down with a for-profit leader (CEO) to discuss their philosophy on giving and how they go about building their organization's corporate social responsibility (CSR) strategy.
In this episode, Joseph interviews Brian Ford, co-founder of For Purpose, a company that aims to modernize philanthropy and make it more accessible and approachable for everyone. Brian discusses how the traditional definition of a philanthropist can be biased and exclusive, and emphasizes the importance of converting the intention to give into action by providing people with a way to express their philanthropic...
2023-05-0432 min
find your causeCommunity ForkliftIn this episode we interview Nancy Meyer, CEO of Community Forklift. Community Forklift lifts up local communities by making repairs affordable, reducing waste, promoting reuse, and creating green jobs.
Want to learn more, donate, or get engaged?
Donate: https://communityforklift.org/greatergoods/
Phone: +1 (301) 985-5180
Email: info@communityforklift.org
Website: https://communityforklift.org/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Community-Forklift-Nonprofit-Thrift-Store-For-Home-Improvement/146237952064794
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/communityforklift/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/community-forklift/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/CommForklift?app=desktop
Twitter: https://twitter.com/commforklift
2022-06-1634 min
find your causePlay to GrowIn this episode we interview Nicole Hu, Founder of Play to Grow. Play to Grow is on a mission to empower underserved youth in grades K-8 through the sport of tennis. Help by donating equipment or signing up as a volunteer coach!
Want to learn more, donate, or get engaged?
Donate: https://playtogrow.net/donate
Email: playtogrowclub@gmail.com
Website: https://playtogrow.net/
Instagram: https://instagram.com/playtogrowclub
2022-06-0915 min
find your causeSolidarity Studios Community Check-InIn this episode we do a community check-in with Ibrahim Maali, Founder of Solidarity Studios in his new studio! Solidarity Studios is on a mission to give people the tools and resources they need to tell their story and galvanize their communities around the issues that affect them most.
Want to learn more, donate, or get engaged?
Donate: https://www.centeraap.org/funds/view-our-funds/solidarity-studios-fund/
Email: team@solidaritystudios.org
Website: https://www.solidaritystudios.org/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SolidarityStu
Instagram: http://instagram.com/solidaritystu
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/solidarity-studios/about/
YouTube: https://www...
2022-06-0221 min
find your causeUvae Kitchen and Wine BarIn this episode we interview Lindsey Anderson, Owner of Uvae Kitchen and Wine Bar. On occasion we highlight people making a positive impact in the for-profit space and this is one! Lindsey understands the importance of supporting and giving back to her community and she does it everyday through her business. Whether that be providing a space for local small businesses to market their goods or supporting up and coming restaurants or chefs, Lindsey works hard to make it happen!
Want to learn more, donate, or get engaged?
Phone: +1 (773) 654-1432
Email: lindsey@uvaechicago.com
Website: https...
2022-05-2608 min
find your causeResident Association of Greater Englewood (RAGE)In this episode we interview Asiaha Butler, Co-Founder of Resident Association of Greater Englewood (RAGE). RAGE’s mission is to create tangible solutions and mobilize residents and resources to restore the community.
RAGE is a resident-driven association established to build relationships with fellow residents, Englewood’s public officials, business owners and organizations. RAGE is a grassroots organization that strategizes to address community problems, creates tangible solutions (holistic and block by block) and actively seeks ways to keep fellow residents informed about the latest news in Englewood, Chicago.
Want to learn more, donate, or get engaged?
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2022-05-1924 min
find your causeGreenwood ProjectIn this episode we interview Bevon Joseph, Executive Director of Greenwood Project. Greenwood Project’s mission is to create career pathways in the financial services industry for Black and Latinx students and find equitable and inclusive solutions for recruitment, retention, and advancement.
Want to learn more, donate, or get engaged?
Donate: https://donorbox.org/greenwood-project
Phone: +1 (646) 208-9120
Email: info@greenwoodproject.org
Website: https://www.greenwoodproject.org/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greenwoodprochi
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greenwoodprochi/?hl=en
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/greenwood-project/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1NuT2DxJcs9YT...
2022-05-1222 min
find your causeChicago Scholars Community Check-InIn this episode we do a community check-in with Jeffery Beckham, CEO of Chicago Scholars. Chicago Scholars uniquely selects, trains, and mentors academically ambitious students from under-resourced communities to complete college and become the next generation of leaders who will transform their neighborhoods and our city.
Want to learn more, donate, or get engaged?
Donate: https://chicagoscholars.org/donate
Phone: +1 (312) 784-3300
Email: thankyou@chicagoscholars.org
Website: https://chicagoscholars.org/
Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/ChicagoScholarsFoundation/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chicagoscholars
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/chicago-scholars-foundation/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/ChicagoScholars
Twitter...
2022-05-0631 min
find your causeSaint Louis CounselingIn this episode we interview Tom Duff, Executive DIrector of Saint Louis Counseling (SLC). SLC’s mission is to support healing and improve mental health for individuals and families of all backgrounds through professional counseling and psychiatric services.
Want to learn more, donate, or get engaged?
Donate: https://saintlouiscounseling.org/donate/
Phone: +1 (314) 544-3800
Email: support@saintlouiscounseling.org
Website: https://saintlouiscounseling.org/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/saintlouiscounseling
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saintlouiscounseling/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/saint-louis-counseling/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/CatholicFamilySvcStl
Twitter: https://twitter.com/stl_counseling
2022-04-2740 min
find your causeWatts of Love Community Check-InIn this episode we hear from Nancy Economou, Founder and CEO at Watts of Love, as she discusses how her organization, through global partnerships, are able to shine a light of hope and opportunity for recipients that typically get the least help.
Want to learn more, donate, or get engaged?
Donate: https://funraise.org/give/Watts-of-Love/5b960fb8-7c16-4a20-a7fc-7570a73cbdbd/
Phone: +1 (630) 576-1142
Email: hello@wattsoflove.org
Website: https://www.wattsoflove.org/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wattsoflove/
Instagram: @wattsoflove
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/watts-of-love/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/wattsoflove
2022-04-2122 min
find your causeEvolved Network Check-In #2In this episode we do another check-in with Sebastian White, Founder of The Evolved Network. The Evolved Network is a newer non-profit organization that has come a long way since we interviewed them in Episode 20 & 41 so we had to do a check-in!
The Evolved Network is on a mission to provide unconditional care through a holistic and therapeutic approach that functions to build a foundation for impoverished youth through their creation of a farm to table dining experience. A means to comfort the soul through their service.
Want to learn more and get engaged?
Website: https://theevolvednetwork.org/
Email: sebastianevolved...
2022-04-1422 min
find your causeForum for the FutureIn this episode we interview Mary McCarthy, Principal Sustainability Strategist at Forum for the Future, an organization on a mission to accelerate transformation to a just and regenerative future.
Want to learn more, donate, or get engaged?
Donate: https://www.forumforthefuture.org/support-us
Phone: (+44) 20 3744 8650
Email: info@forumforthefuture.org
Website: https://www.forumforthefuture.org/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/forumforthefuture/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/forumforthefuture/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/forum-for-the-future_2/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/forumforthefuture96
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Forum4theFuture
2022-04-0724 min
find your causeMember for a DayIn this episode we interview Eric Sedransk, Founder and CGO (Charity Golf Officer) of Member for a Day, a for-profit organization with a simple mission of: Play golf, change the world.
Want to learn more, donate, or get engaged?
Email: info@memberforaday.com
Website: https://www.memberforaday.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/member4day
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/memberforaday/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/member-for-a-day/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPOh52EkRWSRq7X5ZWXiQqw
Twitter: https://twitter.com/member4aday
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@memberforaday
2022-03-3128 min
find your causeBlack MenswearIn this episode we interview Evan Marshall, VP Partnerships at Black Menswear. Black Menswear is a for-profit organization that works to improve the perception of the Black Man and encourages positivity within our community.
Want to learn more, donate, or get engaged?
Email: info@weareblackmenswear.com
Website: https://blackmenswear.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BlackMenswear/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/BlackMenswear/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/blackmenswear/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/blackmenswear
Twitter: https://twitter.com/blackmenswear
2022-03-2428 min
find your causeGTZP TrailerGreater Than Zero Percent (GTZP) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit. Our mission is to find people and causes that are changing the world and sharing their stories.
The three guiding tenets of GTZP are: awareness, education, and engagement.There are so many people doing such amazing things and we want to use GTZP as a platform to share these stories. As humans, we have a responsibility to always be learning. We hope GTZP can be another source of this type of education. We want you to use us to find organizations you want to support to accelerate their positive impact on...
2022-03-1701 min
find your causeZaporuka FoundationIn this episode we interview Iana Dashkovska, International Projects Lead at Zaporuka Fondation. Zaporuka supports families with children affected by cancer and creates conditions for families to be together during treatment.
Want to learn more, donate, or get engaged?
Donate: https://zaporuka.org.ua/en/donate/
Phone: +38 (093) 856-3866
Email: info@zaporuka.org.ua
Website: https://zaporuka.org.ua/en/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Zaporuka
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zaporuka/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKp8SRgi3Gb-HJjgpq3Azmg
2022-03-1625 min
find your causePositive FocusIn this episode we interview Carol Miller, Founder of Positive Focus. Positive Focus is an organization on a mission to focus on one positive thought, word, and action at a time to create a more LOVING, kind, compassionate, and peaceful world.
Want to learn more, donate, or get engaged?
Donate: https://carolccmiller.com/get-involved/
Phone: +1 (312) 836-1049
Email: hugs@positive-focus.org
Website: www.positive-focus.org
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/iampositivefocus
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carolccmiller/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carol-cc-miller-9612721/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CarolCCMiller
2022-03-1033 min
find your causeWay Home FoundationIn this episode we interview Anna Trepaliuk, Vice President of Strategic Planning, Fundraising, Communications at Way Home Foundation. Way Home Foundation is a non-profit organization based in Odessa, Ukraine on a mission to help people faced with difficult life circumstances, especially children, to overcome hardships and gain access to the opportunities provided by society.
Want to learn more, donate, or get engaged?
Donate: https://www.globalgiving.org/donate/74559/odessa-charity-foundation-way-home/
Phone: +38 (048) 777-2076
Email: fund@wayhome.org.ua
Website: https://wayhome.org.ua/en/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OdessaWayHome
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wayhomeodessa/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel...
2022-03-0321 min
find your causeRead The FutureIn this episode we interview Derick Tangap, CEO/President of Read The Future. Read The Future is an organization on a mission to improve literacy among Arizona’s rural youths through global, technological, and creative literacy programs.
Want to learn more, donate, or get engaged?
Donate: https://readthefuture.org/chip-in
Phone: +1 (346) 303-7400
Email: derickt@readthefuture.org
Website: https://readthefuture.org/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/read-the-future/
2022-02-2426 min
find your causeGentlemen and ScholarsIn this episode we interview William Douglas (CEO & Founder) and Cory Brazier (Director of Presentation) of Gentlemen and Scholars Inc., a non-profit organization on a mission to empower the youth and equip them with the skills necessary to become better versions of themselves.
Want to learn more, donate, or get engaged?
Phone: +1 (574) 367-1576
Email: williammdouglas12@gmail.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gentlemenandscholarsinc/
Instagram: https://instagram.com/gentlemenandscholarinc?utm_medium=copy_link
2022-02-1727 min
find your causeFace It TogetherIn this episode we interview Wendy White, CEO of Face It Together. Face It Together is an organization on a mission to get people with addiction and their loved ones well. 20 million Americans suffer from addiction. Almost 90% of them are missed every year by today’s system. The human and financial consequences are enormous, affecting every sector of society.
Want to learn more, donate, or get engaged?
Donate: https://www.wefaceittogether.org/give
Phone: +1 (855) 539-9375
Email: care@wefaceittogether.org
Website: https://www.wefaceittogether.org/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wefaceittogether/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/faceittogether/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.co...
2022-02-1024 min
find your causeStartup Sioux FallsIn this episode we interview Brienne Maner, Executive Director of Startup Sioux Falls. Startup Sioux Falls is a community organization that connects small business owners and entrepreneurs to one another and to the startup ecosystem in the Sioux Falls, South Dakota metro.
Want to learn more, donate, or get engaged?
Donate: https://www.startupsiouxfalls.com/start/
Phone: +1 (605) 275-8000
Email: info@startupsiouxfalls.com
Website: https://www.startupsiouxfalls.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StartupSiouxFalls/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/startupsiouxfalls/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/startupsiouxfalls/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC64_AYSWZ8MUEaHUuL2Mmjg
Twitter: https://twitter.com...
2022-02-0329 min
find your causeSurvivors Joining for HopeIn this episode we interview Brad Hearst, Founder and Chairman of the Board of Survivors Joining for Hope (SJ4H). SJ4H’s mission is to lessen the hardship experienced by individuals and families who have been affected by suicide.
Want to learn more, donate, or get engaged?
Donate: https://survivorsjoiningforhope.com/donate/
Phone: +1 (605) 838-6636
Email: info@survivorsjoiningforhope.org
Website: https://survivorsjoiningforhope.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/survivorsjoiningforhope/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/survivorsjoiningforhope/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/survivorsjoiningforhope/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-1o7ZiFrzBlN8mOVe2bSZg
Twitter: https://twitter.com/survivors4hope
2022-01-2723 min
find your causeDakotAbilitiesIn this episode we interview Jennifer Hoesing, Director of Development at DakotAbilities. DakotAbilitiesis a non -profit organization that has been providing services to persons with disabilities for over 50 years with a vision of community that actively includes people of all abilities.
Want to learn more, donate, or get engaged?
Donate: https://www.dakotabilities.org/donate
Phone: +1 (605) 334-7976
Email: jennifer.hoesing@dakotabilities.org
Website: https://www.dakotabilities.org/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DakotAbilities/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/dakotabilities/
2022-01-2018 min
find your causeHurdle Life Coach FoundationIn this episode we interview Terry Liggins, Executive Director of Hurdle Life Coach Foundation, an organization on a mission to provide education, motivation, and inspiration to life-long learners of all ages and community members in all stages of their lives.
Want to learn more, donate, or get engaged?
Donate: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=VXWJEHXMZ77N4
Phone: +1 (605) 838-7898
Email: terry@hurdlelifecoach.com
Website: https://www.hurdlelifecoachfoundation.org/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hurdlelifecoachfoundation
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehurdlelifecoach/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-hurdle-life-coach/?trk=ppro_cprof
2022-01-1328 min
find your causeMove To Heal South DakotaIn this episode we interview Sydney Bartunek Bender, Founder and Board President of Move To Heal South Dakota. Move To Heal SD brings therapeutic dance and yoga sessions to healthcare and community settings across the state.
Want to learn more, donate, or get engaged?
Donate: https://www.movetohealsouthdakota.org/donate/
Phone: +1 (605) 661-4645
Email: MoveToHealSD@gmail.com
Website: https://www.movetohealsouthdakota.org/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoveToHealSD/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/movetohealsouthdakota/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/MoveToHealSD
2022-01-0617 min
find your causeSouth Dakota Voices for PeaceIn this episode we interview Taneeza Islam, Executive Director of South Dakota Voices for Peace. SD Voices for Peace builds power and enables healing in immigrant, refugee, and Muslim communities by amplifying their voices and working in solidarity with all who dismantle bigotry and racism.
Want to learn more, donate, or get engaged?
Donate: https://www.sdvfpeace.org/donate.html
Phone: +1 (605) 782-9560
Email: info@southdakotavoicesforpeace.org
Website: https://www.sdvfpeace.org/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SDVFPeace/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sdvfpeace/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/south-dakota-voices-for-peace/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpddEi44qokPrxJnG9Q4iIg
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2021-12-1634 min
find your causeBoys and Girls ClubIn this episode we interview three Boys and Girls Club of America (BCGA) CEOs: Cathy Russell (Elgin Chapter), Mimi Leclair (Chicago Chapter), and Mary Ann Mahon-Huels (Union League). BCGA enables young people to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens and is the nation's largest building-centered, youth-focused provider of after-school programs.
Want to learn more, donate, or get engaged?
Donate: https://bgca.org/about-us/our-mission-story?form=donate
Phone: +1 (404) 487-5700
Email: info@bgcc.org
Website: http://www.bgca.org/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bgca.clubs
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bgca_clubs/
LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/company...
2021-12-0240 min
find your causeThe Honnold FoundationIn this episode we interview Emily Teitsworth, Executive Director of The Honnold Foundation. The Honnold Foundation uses solar as a means to give all people equal access to opportunity and live in balance with the environment.
Want to learn more, donate, or get engaged?
Donate: https://www.honnoldfoundation.org/donate
Phone: +1 (978) 480-0745
Email: contact@honnoldfoundation.org
Website: https://www.honnoldfoundation.org/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HonnoldFoundation/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/honnoldfoundation/?hl=en
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/honnold-foundation/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPJrul_8MmmV7Reg4J-6xww
Twitter: https://twitter.com/honnoldfound?lang=en
2021-11-1728 min
find your causeMountains to Sound Greenway TrustIn this episode we interview Jon Hoekstra, Executive Director at Mountains to Sound Greenway Trust. The Mountains to Sound Greenway Trust conserves and enhances the landscape from Seattle to Central Washington.
Want to learn more, donate, or get engaged?
Donate: https://mtsgreenway.org/donate/
Phone: +1 (206) 382-5565
Email: info@mtsgreenway.org
Website: https://mtsgreenway.org/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mtsgreenway
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mountainstosoundgreenway/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-mountains-to-sound-greenway-trust/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/mtsgreenway
2021-11-1024 min
find your causeOperation Save The LostIn this episode we interview Nick Goergens, Founder of Operation Save the Lost. Operation Save the Lost is an organization that provides Jiobit Tracking Devices to children with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Want to learn more, donate, or get engaged?
Donate: https://www.paypal.com/donate?token=h9MFj7yWRAtVqa5KcgUp2vAiNzX7XfHK6OIOJA3S0UBfLo27pC__pThXaYl-XrHk_Tu8ga9KXqSC7O61
Phone: +1 (567) 279-3942
Email: operationsavethelost@gmail.com
Website: https://operationsavethelost.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/operationsavethelost
2021-11-0324 min
find your causeRedwood LiteracyIn this episode we interview Becky Sinclair, Co-Founder and Head of School at Redwood Day. Redwood cultivates hope and restores confidence to help students dramatically improve their literacy skills regardless of socio-economic background or learning differences.
Want to learn more, donate, or get engaged?
Donate: https://www.classy.org/give/356842/#!/donation/checkout
Phone: +1 (309) 573-2736
Email: admissions@redwoodliteracy.com
Website: http://www.redwoodliteracy.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/redwoodliteracychicago
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redwoodliteracy/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/redwood-literacy/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjN-BogTHtaoI9L8wuaHmQg
Twitter: https://twitter.com/RedwoodLiteracy/
2021-10-2813 min
find your causeCulture Aid NOLAIn this episode we interview Erica Chomsky-Adelson, Founder & Executive Director of Culture Aid NOLA. Culture Aid NOLA distributes free, fresh, no barrier, no stigma groceries in New Orleans. Feed the people. Serve the culture.
Want to learn more, donate, or get engaged?
Donate: https://www.cultureaidnola.org/support
Phone: +1 (504) 370-8176
Email: info@cultureaidnola.org
Website: https://www.cultureaidnola.org/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/110450253919087
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cultureaidnola/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/culture-aid-nola/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYvqNyUDHXASU6TdWkCWteA
Twitter: https://twitter.com/CultureAidNOLA
2021-10-1921 min
find your causeDr. Domonic RollinsEver wondered what the difference between equality and equity is? Or what inclusion looks like in the workforce? Or how to recognize our biases? In this episode we answer these questions and many other topics with Dr. Domonic Rollins, EDI Consult and and Coach.
Want to learn more and get engaged?
Email: domonic.rollins@gmail.com
Instagram: @domonicrollins
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/domonicrollins/
2021-10-1445 min
find your causeE.G. Woode Community Check-InIn this episode we do a community check-in with Deon Lucas, President of EG Woode. E.G. Woode helps entrepreneurs leverage capital and assets to rebuild commercial corridors in neighborhoods.
Want to learn more, donate, or get engaged?
Donate: https://egwoode.com/support-us/
Phone: +1 (312) 877-6747
Email: info@egwoode.com
Website: https://egwoode.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/egwoode
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/egwoode/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/egwoode
Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/egwoode
2021-10-0714 min
find your causeLights Out VolleyballIn this episode we interview Harshil Thaker, President and Co-Founder of Lights Out Volleyball (LOV). LOV provides equal access opportunities to the sport of volleyball and advocates for athletes often overlooked, raising the human consciousness of sports and improving our communities.
Want to learn more, donate, or get engaged?
Donate: https://www.lightsoutvolleyball.org/donate
Phone: +1 (773) 819-0011
Email: info@lightsoutvolleyball.org
Website: https://www.lightsoutvolleyball.org/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lightsoutvolleyball.LOV/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lightsoutvolleyball/
2021-09-3035 min
find your causeEquity and Empowerment for Evanston FamiliesIn this episode we interview Rudy Meo, President and Marx Succes, Director at Equity and Empowerment for Evanston Families (EEEF). EEEF’s mission is to serve families of color in Evanston that have been marginalized by structural racism by providing access to parental resources while empowering their children through mentorship programs, academic supports, discovery opportunities and real world experiences.
Want to learn more, donate, or get engaged?
Donate: https://swipesimple.com/links/lnk_127009a7
Phone: +1 (847) 424-7103
Email: meor@eths.k12.il.us
Website: https://www.equity4evanston.com/
2021-09-2325 min
find your causeChrist The King Jesuit College PrepIn this episode we interview Father Joshua Peters, Director of Mission and Identity at Christ The King Jesuit College Prep. Christ the King Jesuit College Prep is a Catholic school on Chicago’s West Side and a member of the Cristo Rey Network challenges and inspires its young women and men through the integration of academics, work experience, and extracurricular activities to lead lives of integrity, faith, and servant leadership for the greater glory of God.
Want to learn more, donate, or get engaged?
Donate: https://www.ctkjesuit.org/apps/pages/index.jsp?uREC_ID=1113453&type=d&pREC_ID=1390514
Phone: +1 (773) 261-7...
2021-09-1638 min
find your causeHerren ProjectIn this episode we interview Bonnie Sawyer, Executive Director of Herren Project. Herren Project is an organization on a mission to support, inspire, and empower those affected by substance use disorder.
Herren Project was started with one person reaching out for help to find the treatment they deserved to recover from addiction. Since that time, Herren Project has assisted 2,823 men and women with treatment options with 1,137 choosing to take the first step towards recovery from drugs and alcohol. We have advocated for over $4.6 million in treatment scholarships and awarded 610 recovery scholarships. Many still continue celebrating long-term recovery. We are committed...
2021-09-0935 min
find your causeChicago Freedom SchoolIn this episode we interview Tony Alvarado-Rivera, Executive Director and Essence-Jade Gatheright, Youth Organizing Fellow at Chicago Freedom School (CFS). CFS is an organization on a mission to create new generations of critical and independent thinking young people who use their unique experiences and power to create a just world. CFS also provides training and education opportunities for youth and adult allies to develop leadership skills through the lens of civic action and through the study of the history of social movements and their leaders.
Want to learn more, donate, or get engaged?
Donate: https://chicagofreedomschool.org/support-us/donate/
Phone: +1 (312) 435...
2021-09-0229 min
find your causebenefit.designIn this episode we interview AJ Vetter, Executive Director at benefit.design. Benefit.design is a need-based design studio focused on connecting nonprofits to their communities by providing unique creative solutions like websites and marketing materials.
Want to learn more, donate, or get engaged?
Donate: https://www.benefit.design/donate
Email: social@benefit.design
Website: https://www.benefit.design/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/workwithbenefit
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/benefit.design/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/benefit-design/Twitter: https://twitter.com/workwithbenefit
2021-08-2322 min
find your causeGiant StepsIn this episode we speak with Dr. Sylvia Smith, Executive Director of Giant Steps. Giant Steps is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization providing individuals with autism spectrum disorders therapeutic services focused on improving the quality of daily life from early childhood through adulthood.
Want to learn more, donate, or get engaged?
Donate: http://donate.gsteps.org/
Phone: +1 (630) 864-3800
Email: info@mygiantsteps.org
Website: https://www.mygiantsteps.org/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mygiantsteps
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/giantstepslisle/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/giant-steps_2/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/giantstepsil
Twitter: https://twitter.com/giantstepsil
2021-08-1826 min
find your causeCamp 1302In this episode we speak with Deborah Clair, Founder and Executive Director of Camp 1302. Camp 1302 is a summer camp 9 years-running that serves kids ages 5-12 in the southside Chicago neighborhood of Englewood. Summer camps like Camp 1302 provide opportunities for kids to be kids!
Want to learn more, donate, or get engaged? A $125 donation covers all camp costs for 2 kids!
Phone: +1 (773) 398-9341
Email: rolcamp1302@gmail.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CAMP1302
2021-08-0437 min
find your causeTransform CapitalA nonprofit lending movement that makes no CENTS
In this episode we speak with Paul Hawkinson, Co-Founder and Executive Director of Transform Capital. Transform Capital is a 501c3 non-profit organization on a mission to ignite generational advantage for others on the journey of asset ownership.
Want to learn more, donate, or get engaged?
Phone: +1 (312) 307-8774
Website: https://tccommunity.org/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tccommunity.org
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/transformcapital/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/transform-capital-nfp/
2021-07-2929 min
find your causeIMPower Center“Knowledge is power, but only when paired with action”
In this episode we speak with Kay Farlow, Founder of the IMPower Center. IMPower Center is an organization on a mission to promote the financial literacy of youth and adults covering topics like credit, real estate, and investing to help close the racial equity gap through education. IMPower Center is located in South Bend, Indiana and will help support the surrounding community through a full financial freedom curriculum.
Want to learn more, donate, or get engaged?
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IMPowerSB
2021-07-2232 min
find your causeHip Hop For ChangeHip hop is around the world and if we don't take this back now, it is either going to destroy our community or it is going to save our community because hip hop has always been the tip of the social-political sphere in black and brown communities.”
In this episode we speak with Khafre Jay, Executive Director of Hip Hop For Change. Their mission is to use grassroots activism to educate people about socio-economic injustices and advocate solutions through Hip Hop culture.
Want to learn more, donate, or get engaged?
Website: https://www.hiphopforchange.org
Phone: +1 (510) 350-7730
Email: roots@hiphopforchange.or...
2021-07-1540 min
find your causeYouth of Englewood Check-InIn this episode we check-in with Latanya Johnson, Founder of Latanya & The Youth of Englewood. We are checking in with her as she just opened a brand new center to further support the kids she serves! This is an organization we interviewed in Episode 15 so check back to that one for a deeper dive into the impact Latanya is having!
The Youth of Englewood was established to work with youth ages 5-13 to provide after school activities including education, recreation, communication skill building, social opportunities, advocacy and support. They provide strong relationships with capable, caring, and positive adults which is...
2021-07-0707 min
find your causeCradles to CrayonsIn Chicago, 197,524 children (1 out of every 3) live in low-income or homeless situations.
In this episode we interview Shoshana Buchholz-Miller, Executive Director at Cradles to Crayons. Cradles to Crayons is a national 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Chicago, Boston, and Philadelphia on a mission to provide children from birth through age 12, living in homeless or low-income situations, with the essential items they need to thrive – at home, at school and at play.
Want to learn more and get engaged?
Website (national): https://www.cradlestocrayons.org/
Facebook (Chicago): https://www.facebook.com/cradlestocrayonschicago/
Facebook (Boston): https://www.facebook.com/c2cboston/
Facebook (Philadelphia): ht...
2021-06-3027 min
find your causeThe Evolved Network Check-InIn this episode we do a check-in (in a live cooking show format!) with Sebastian White, Founder of The Evolved Network. The Evolved Network is a newer non-profit organization that has come a long way since we interviewed them in Episode 20 so we had to do a check-in!
The Evolved Network is on a mission to provide unconditional care through a holistic and therapeutic approach that functions to build a foundation for impoverished youth through their creation of a farm to table dining experience. A means to comfort the soul through their service.
Want to learn more and get engaged?
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2021-06-2342 min
find your causeHuman Scale“I wanted to do something now” to have a larger impact and support historically disinvested communities in Chicago.
In this episode we hear from Walmer Saavedra, Co-Founder and Executive Director of Human Scale. Human Scale is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization on a mission to design and build functional, beautiful, and meaningful public spaces in historically disinvested neighborhoods across Chicago. The team at Human Scale seeks to improve mental and physical wellness, promote civic responsibility, highlight heritage and culture, and foster strong inter-generational relationships within the communities they work.
How can you help? Donate and volunteer!
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2021-06-1627 min
find your causeHermitage Street Community Gardens“And it gives us hope that this place is a place of healing.”
In this episode we hear from Cordia Pugh, executive director of Hermitage Street Community Gardens (HSCG). HSCG provides education, helping build the community with healthy living in urban agriculture giving old and young alike the chance to get their hands in the soil and enjoy nature in the community. HSCG is a part of her broader 501c3 non-profit organization called Community Services of Englewood which includes the neighboring Englewood Veterans Garden.
“When people come here, they have to cultivate hope. Hope is not something that is instilled with u...
2021-06-1027 min
find your causeMy Father’s BusinessGive me four courts and I’ll clear the streets.
In this episode, we speak with Detective Matt Thornton of My Father’s Business (MFB). MFB is a non-profit that welcomes at-risk youth within their community to play basketball and eat. Every Friday night MFB provides a safe and open place to engage in conversations, provide mentorships, and offer different networking opportunities “planting seeds in our youth that changes eternities”.
How can you help? Donate to support their weekly Friday night basketball event!
Follow, like, comment, and share:
Website: https://www.mfbyouth.org/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/myfathersbusinesschanginglivesforeternity/
TikTok: https...
2021-06-0321 min
find your causeMuslim American Leadership AllianceAccording to a study in 2015, Islam has 1.8 billion adherents, making up about 24.1% of the world population and yet there are still Muslim-American youth living through a racist narrative.
In this episode, we speak with Ahmed Flex Omar, Co-Founder and CXO of Muslim American Leadership Alliance (MALA). MALA was founded in 2015 to educate Muslim-American youth on culture, heritage, and identity through storytelling to build our future leaders and combat radicalism.
MALA has international status with the UN and works with mostly high school students, college students, and young professionals. MALA partners with various organizations and other famous Muslim-Americans like astranauts, social...
2021-05-2636 min
find your causeChicago ScholarsChicago Scholars is an organization seeking to highlight talent regardless of the student’s high school or neighborhood. In this episode we hear how Jeff Beckham, the newly appointed CEO of Chicago Scholars, operates as the largest college access and success program in Chicago serving more than 3,000 Scholars and Alumni each year in their seven-year college access and success mentoring and career support program.
How can you help?
Volunteer your time to become a mentor
Donate to assist with providing scholarships
Share:
Apply Today: https://chicagoscholars.org/apply
Donate Today: https://chicagoscholars.org/donate
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChicagoScholarsFoundation/
Insta...
2021-05-2047 min
find your causeCelebrate Argyle // Shining a light on culture and stories of Uptown's Argyle NeighborhoodAsia on Argyle is a diverse and vibrant neighborhood in Chicago’s Uptown that is home to dozens of ethnic restaurants, shops, and hidden treasures. With the recent concerns from the pandemic and a worrying trend of anti-Asian rhetoric, Nuky Pham, Hac Tran and their friends Sany Nguyen, Hoan Huynh, and Trang Truong-Hill felt compelled to start a community initiative in Celebrate Argyle to help shine a light on the businesses and people that call Argyle home to support them and keep their stories alive.
How can you help?
Visit - Visit Asia on Argyle to shop, eat and explore! Ce...
2021-05-1340 min
find your causeCode Platoon // Operation: Helping Veterans Learn to CodeVeteran unemployment rates can be 50% higher than the national average. In this episode we hear from Greg Drobny – Student Outreach Coordinator from Code Platoon. Code Platoon is a non-profit computer code academy geared toward helping veterans and their spouses gain valuable coding skills that they can turn into a career!
How can you help?
Share – If you know of a veteran/spouse needing training for a coding skills
Business Owner – provide internships/mentorships for graduates
Donate- Assist with tuition for veterans
SHARE
APPLY Today - https://www.codeplatoon.org/apply-now/
Donate Today- https://www.codeplatoon.org/n_donate/
Facebook – https://www.facebo...
2021-05-0629 min
find your causeSalt and Light Coalition // Empowering Survivors of Human TraffickingIn Chicago, 25,000 women are trafficked annually, equaling 2 women every hour, every day.
In this episode, we hear Dr. Izabel Olson, Founder of Salt and Light Coalition discuss how her organization is mobilizing individuals and organizations to empower survivors of trafficking to live meaningful and purposeful lives.
How to help can you help?
Yoga class teachers – Visit website, and volunteer to teach a class
Small Business Owners - give the survives an opportunity in available role/jobs
Donate Clothing/Business Attire
Donate Today And Be The Change - https://saltandlightcoalition.com/donate
Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/saltandlightcoalition
Instagram - https://www.i...
2021-04-2830 min
find your causeAlrowwad Cultural and Arts SocietyHelping to provide a community retreat through arts for children in a refugee camp in Bethlehem, Palestine, in this episode we hear from founder Abdelfattah Abusrour of Alrowwad Cultural and Arts Society. Abdelfattah discusses how during the Covid19 pandemic their organization delivered over 11,500 meals to families in need, and provide much needed resources for Theater Programs, Education, and Women’s projects.
Website: https://www.alrowwad.org/en/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alrowwadorg/
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/alrowwadorg/
2021-04-2241 min
find your causeBernie's Book Bank // Reading is FUNdamentalHelping to provide Chicago’s underserved communities with access to children’s books. In this episode we hear from Darrin Utynek CEO of Bernie’s Book Bank, as he discusses how you can get involved with helping Chicago families.
1 book for every 300 children in low-income neighborhoods
61% of homes do not have childrens books
2/3 students who cannot read proficiently by the end of the 4th grade will end up in jail or on welfare
19,393,894 BOOKS DISTRIBUTED SINCE 2009!!!
Donate Books - https://www.berniesbookbank.org/donate-books/
Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/berniesbookbank/
Instagram - www.instagram.com/berniesbookbank
2021-04-0836 min
find your causeAll Kids Play // Transforming Lives Through SportsFor kids in sports, there is a growing list of expensive equipment, team fees, or lack of access that prevent them from even participating. In this episode we hear from Jason Schmitz (President and Co-Founder) and Jasmine Hodari (Co-Founder and Executive Director) of All Kids Play, an organization that works to insure any kid can enjoy the “fun of sport without worrying about financial roadblocks” and how they have impacted more that 382 kids so far.
Want to get engaged?
Website: https://allkidsplay.org/
Phone: (847) 749-5021
Email: info@allkidsplay.org
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/allkidsplayusa
Instagram: @allkidsplayusa
LinkedIn: https://www.linked...
2021-03-1845 min
find your causeStand Up For Kids // Ending the Cycle of Youth HomelessnessIn 2017, there were 16,588 homeless youth between the ages of 14-24, and now with Covid-19 those numbers could be even higher. In this episode we hear from Fred Niche, Executive Director at Stand Up for Kids and how their volunteers and staff empower homeless and at-risk youth toward lifelong personal growth, and to create in these youth a sincere belief in themselves through open, straightforward counseling, mentoring, and life-skills training.
Want to get engaged?
Website: http://www.standupforkids.org/chicago
Phone: (847) 650-6090
Email: fredk@standupforkids.org
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StandUpforKidsChicago
Instagram: @standupforkidschi
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/standup-for-kids-chicago/ab...
2021-03-1130 min
find your causeGirls in the Game // From Locker Room To BoardroomNot all girls have the same opportunity to play sports, but one organization has been working to change that. In this episode we hear from Beth Tumiel, Programs Director for Girls in the Game discuss how sports can help enable every athlete to find her voice, discover her strength, and lead with confidence now more than ever! Girls in the Game has over 50,000 girls participating in their sports programs!
Want to get engaged?
Website: https://girlsinthegame.org/
Phone: (312) 633-4263
Email: development@girlsinthegame.org
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/getgirlsinthegame/
Instagram: @girlsinthegame
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/girls-in-the-game/
YouTube: https://www...
2021-03-0432 min
find your causeRae Strong Foundation // The Early Arrival15 million babies are born premature every year and many families are not always prepared. In this episode we hear from Dan Friend, Co-founder and CEO of Rae Strong Foundation and their effort to provide awareness, emotional support, and funding for families faced with caring for preemies. Dan also discusses his own family story, and caring for his daughter Rae!
Want to get engaged?
Website: https://raestrong.org/
Phone: (773) 726-2328
Email: balichru@lewisu.edu
Facebook: www.facebook.com/RaeStrongFoundation
Instagram: @raestrongfoundation
2021-02-2522 min
find your causeThe Place For Children with Autism // Finding Hope After Diagnosis1 in 54 kids in the US are born with Autism, and many families struggle to find resources that meet the needs of their kids. In this episode we hear from Dr. Carly Lapin, Director of Clinical Outreach at The Place For Children with Autism, and how they help provide a full-time ABA program in a pre-school like setting. With 10 locations throughout Chicago, they also guide families to potential Grant/Financial assistance opportunities.
Additional Grant Resources
Chicago Autism Network - https://www.chicagoautismnetwork.org/
United Healthcare Children's Foundation - https://www.uhccf.org/
Want to get engaged?
Website: https://theplaceforchildrenwithautism.com/
Phone: (224) 436...
2021-02-1830 min
find your causeKids First Chicago // Chicago – “Education: Gateway to a better life”Due to Covid, 1 in 5 homes in Chicago don’t have access to broadband internet.
On some blocks, it can be 1 in 2 houses disconnected.
In this episode we hear from Daniel Anello, CEO of Kids First Chicago, who was able to champion the $50M initiative ‘Chicago Connect’ which brought broadband to 35,000 students in need, and work with parents and school districts to shape education policy to better support families.
Want to get engaged?
Website: https://kidsfirstchicago.org/
Phone: (312) 853-1212
Email: info@kidsfirstchicago.org
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kidsfirstchi/
Instagram: @kidsfirstchi
2021-02-1140 min
find your causeGirls4Science // Chicago – “STEM is all around us”14% of professionals in the engineering industry are women. 5% are women of color...In this episode we hear from Jackie Lomax, Founder/Executive Director of Girls4Science. They are a non profit focusing on developing skills, self-esteem, and building relationships for young girls in the Chicago community. She discusses how important it is for community involvement in the development of more future STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) leaders.
Want to get engaged?
Website: https://girls4science.org/
Phone: (773) 401-6685
Email: jlomax@girls4science.org
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Girls4ScienceChicago
Instagram: @girls4science
2021-02-0434 min
find your causePreservation Chicago // Chicago – “America’s biggest small town”Ever wonder what HH Richardson, Louis Sullivan, and Frank Lloyd Wright all have in common? Besides being recognized as the “trinity of American architecture” they also share Preservation Chicago.
In this episode we hear from Ward Miller, Executive Director and Co-founder of Preservation Chicago. Founded in 2001, this organization has remained committed to preserving, promoting, and protecting historic Chicago neighborhoods and buildings. Through their many partnerships, Miller discusses how, “individual citizens, when acting together, could truly make a difference”
Want to get engaged?
Website: https://preservationchicago.org/
Phone: 312-443-1000
Email: info@preservationchicago.org
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PreservationChicago/
Instagram: @preserva...
2021-01-2847 min
find your causeKEEN Chicago// Fitness For AllWorking to create a World where all youth have an equal opportunity for recreation, fitness, and friendship, in this episode, we hear from Laura Fillenwarth, Executive Director and Amy Bosko, Program Coordinator at Keen Chicago. Serving over 150 Athletes and with 600 volunteers, they discuss how important it is to provide a space for young athletes with disabilities to connect with each other and their communities!
Get engaged!
New Volunteer Registration - https://www.keenchicago.org/volunteer-registration
Website: https://www.keenchicago.org/
Phone: (312) 876-2535
Email: info@keenchicago.org
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/keenchicago/
Instagram: @keenchicago
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel...
2021-01-2137 min
find your causeWatts of Love // Shining Bright in DarknessWith over a BILLION people globally who do not have access to light, many have to rely on dangerous and costly kerosine lanterns to survive. In this episode we hear from Christie Dunne, Director of Operations at Watts of Love, as she discusses how her organization, through global partnerships, are able to shine a light of hope and opportunity for recipients that typically get the least help.Want to get involved?Website: https://www.wattsoflove.org/Email: hello@wattsoflove.orgPhone: (630) 576-1142Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wattsoflove/IG: @wattsofloveLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/watts-of-love/Know of an individual or...
2021-01-1430 min
find your causeThe Evolved Network // Helping Youth Cultivate SkillsWith a growing trend in Urban Farming, Chicago’s south side has an organization helping youth grow their skills. Hear how Sebastian White, Founder of The Evolved Network, discusses how he is helping youth build skills from gardening, farming, kitchen, to services.
Want to get involved?
Email: sebastianevolved@gmail.com
Website: theevolvednetwork.com
Phone: (214) 448-4382
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The-Evolved-Network-227786358610787
IG: @the.evolved.network
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2020-12-1738 min
find your causeLGBTQ Workers Center // Fighting Workplace DisciminationIn Season 2, Episode 9 we hear from Angelina Nordstrom (they/them), Emmy Gibbie (she/her), and Roni Lee (she/her) of LGBTQ Workers Center (Chicago Chapter) discuss their experiences of workplace discrimination and how they are supporting others experiencing it while fighting to end it. The National LGBTQ Workers Center is a Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans, and Queer organization where workers can go to stand up to workplace discrimination and fight for economic justice.
Want to get involved?
Website: https://lgbtqworkerscenter.org/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lgbtqworkers/
IG @lgbtqworkers
Email: lgbtqworkerscenter@gmail.com
Phone: (312) 870-0110 (Anti-Discrimination Hotline, call and leave a...
2020-12-1031 min
find your causeThere Really Is A Santa Claus // Holiday EditionIn Season 2, Episode 8 we hear Ashley Jones, Jennifer Jones, and Matt Beresh, Co-Founders and Directors of There Really Is A Santa Claus discuss how they have been serving Chicago communities by making Christmas a reality for families who need it. Over the past six years, There Really Is A Santa Claus has purchased $250,000 worth of gifts for 250 families and 1,250 individuals, through its network of almost 1,000 donors.
Want to get involved?
Website: https://www.therereallyisasantaclaus.org/
Email: santa@therereallyisasantaclaus.org
Phone: (312) 344 3633
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therereallyisasantaclaus
Know of an individual or group that is working hard to leave a better i...
2020-12-0353 min
find your causeSolidarity Studios with Ibrahim Maali // Music for JusticeIn Season 2, Episode 7 we hear Ibrahim Maali, Founder of Solidarity Studios share how he and team are giving people resources to tell their story, galvanize their communities around the issues that affect them most, and to help achieve justice. Solidarity Studios works with youth and communities of Occupied Bethlehem, the Southside of Chicago, and Cape Town, South Africa together under one set of mobile music studios meant to inspire solidarity and help spark additional change.Interested in getting involved or supporting the movement? Donate or connect with Solidarity Studios:Website: solidaritystudios.orgEmail: team@solidaritystudios.orgFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/SolidarityStuInstagram...
2020-11-1928 min
find your causeVillage Minds with Natia Simone // It takes a VillageIn Season 2, Episode 6 we hear how Natia Simone - Founder of Village Minds, created the organization to do food runs for seniors in her neighborhood near Stony Island, that were impacted by looting in early 2020. When many stores were emptied, she mentions how many mothers and the elderly didn’t have many local options to buy basic necessities and Natia decided “someone should do something…and figure out how to help them!” Being a “Chicago Girl” born and raised on Chicago’s southside, Natia grew up with a large supportive family. She mentions how much of an impact it was to have “Aunti...
2020-11-1224 min
find your causeYouth of Englewood with LaTanya Johnson // Mother of EnglewoodIn Season 2, Episode 5 we hear how LaTanya Johnson - Executive Director of Youth of Englewood is impacting the Englewood community by providing youth programs that range from recreational, educational, mentorship, or entrepreneurship. Youth of Englewood also provides skills training, community events, family support, and even field trips all for free!
LaTanya discusses being born and raised near 55th and Marshfield, and considers the program “Me and the kids vs. the world, and we are all in this together!” Youth of Englewood started back in 2013, and in their first year started with 5 kids, and rapidly grew to 35 by year's end. LaTanya ment...
2020-11-0529 min
find your causeJuvenile Temporary Detention Center Foundation with William Steward // The Other SideIn Season 2, Episode 4 we hear how William Steward, Minister and Deputy Executive Director of Resident Daily Life at the Cook County Juvenile Temporary Detention Center, is working to provide a positive impact to every juvenile that crosses their doorstep in Chicago. These changes are not only affecting the lives of local youth, but also their families and communities. William discusses his unique ability to combine both his experiences growing up on Chicago’s westside, along with his education (2 Masters degrees and PhD), to help “build a bridge for families.”
Cook County Juvenile Temporary Detention Center works with the Chicago community to provi...
2020-10-2940 min
find your causeLincoln Park Community Services with Mary Johnson // Holistic Services for HomelessnessIn Season 2, Episode 3 we hear how Mary Johnson, Chief Development & Strategy Officer at Lincoln Park Community Services (LPCS) and team are fighting homelessness. LPCS brings communities together to empower individuals facing homelessness and poverty to secure stable housing and make sustainable life changes. LCPS works with the larger community to ensure their members receive the support, respect, and understanding they need to empower their lives. They also provide a holistic continuum of services that removes barriers and increases self-sufficiency, seek to creating solutions to homelessness in our community, and believe that every person in the community has a stake in...
2020-10-2328 min
find your causePrecious Blood Ministries of Reconciliation with Joseph Mapp // Defining Restorative JusticeWe kicked off Greater than Zero Percent project with an impromptu -interview with Joseph Mapp at Precious Blood Ministry Of Reconciliation months ago. Since then we've really defined our mission to highlight outstanding individuals and organizations, it was only natural that we'd come back and do an updated interview with the man who started it all!
Joseph and the work he and his colleagues do at PBMR continue to help inspire change and growth within the groups of people they serve. Tune in as Joseph and Joseph discuss the meaning of restorative justice and how society can embrace individuals "who ar...
2020-10-1629 min
find your causeGrowing Home with Janelle St. JohnIn the first new episode of Season 2, Joseph meets with Janelle St. John, Executive Director of Growing Home Inc, an organization that has been redefining urban farming and bringing opportunity to thousands for decades in Chicago.
Visit them at:
Website: http://growinghomeinc.org/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/growinghomeinc
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growinghome/
Contact them at:
Phone: (773) 549-1336
Email: info@growinghomeinc.org
2020-10-0930 min
find your causeTeamwork Englewood with Mark MitchellIn Season 1, Episode 10 we hear from Mark Mitchell, Director of Re-Entry Services at Teamwork Englewood on how he is changing the model and helping formerly encarcerated people find jobs.
Teamwork Englewood's mission is to be a community facilitator and convening organization that works to catalyze economic development, quality education and healthy living for the Greater Englewood community. These efforts are exercised through partnerships and policy advocacy. These initiatives strengthen the ability of community stakeholders to teach each other how to advocate for and provide services that contribute to the economic, political, and social vitality of the community. That way everyone can...
2020-09-1835 min
find your causeTrue Believers Community Connections with LaDarius BealIn Season 1, Episode 9 we hear from LaDarius Beal, Administrative Assistant at True Believers Community Connections on how he is working with youth and new moms!
The mission of True Believers is to foster community relations & reduce delinquency and violence by offering supportive services to emerging young leaders.
Get connected:
Website: truebelieverscommunityconnections.org
Facebook: facebook.com/truebelieverscc
Phone: (773) 966-5651
Email: info@truebelieverscc.org
2020-09-0426 min
find your causeFolded Map Project with Tonika JohnsonIn Season 1, Episode 8 we hear from Tonika Johnson, Creator, Social Justice Artist, and Photographer on how she uses her Folded Map Project to investigate what urban segregation looks like and how it impacts Chicago residents.
Folded Map Project visually connects residents who live at corresponding addresses on the North and South Sides of Chicago. What started as a photographic study quickly evolved into a multimedia exploration with video interviews. The project invites audiences to open a dialogue and question how we are all impacted by social, racial, and institutional conditions that segregate the city. Her goal is for individuals to un...
2020-08-2842 min
find your causeOne Health Englewood with Rodney JohnsonIn Season 1, Episode 7 we hear from Rodney Johnson, President of One Health Englewood share his story and plans to advance the public health relations of Greater Englewood through advocacy, health literacy, and community development.
Get connected:
Email: contact@onehealthenglewood.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EnglewoodOneH/
2020-08-2131 min
find your causeKingdom Avenue Inc. with Danielle WallaceIn Season 1, Episode 6 we hear from Danielle Wallace, Founder & Executive Director of Kingdom Avenue Inc. share her story and how she is connecting community resources to serve youth.
Kingdom Avenue Inc.'s mission is to transform communities one generation at a time through education, inspiration, and unification.
Unity is the anchor for all Kingdom Avenue programming. Whether it be through collaborating with other organizations to provide resources for students or through our approach to program development and implementation, they are dedicated to fostering an environment that promotes collective work and responsibility among their staff and students.
Get connected:
Website: kingdomavenue...
2020-08-1445 min
find your causeImagine Englewood if... with Michelle RashadIn Season 1, Episode 5 we hear from Michelle Rashad, Executive Director of Imagine Englewood if... (IEi) discuss the programs they run for youth and their greater community.
IEi's mission is to strengthen and empower the Greater Englewood community through teaching local youth and their families healthy living, environmental awareness, and positive communication skills. IEi provides youth a safe and positive space to imagine, explore, and grow and teens with a unique and life-changing leadership program all with a vision is to spark generational health.
Get connected:
Website: imagineenglewoodif.org
Phone: (773) 488-6704
Email: info@imagineenglewoodif.org
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/iengif/
Li...
2020-08-0731 min
find your causeE.G. Woode with Deon LucasIn Season 1, Episode 4 we hear from Deon Lucas, President of E.G. Woode and how his organization provides a sustainable platform where entrepreneurs leverage the capital and assets to rebuild commercial corridors within their neighborhood.
E.G. Woode was established to help relieve the disparities of capital access that minority owned businesses experience. Their platform is an incubator for minority business owners that leverages the power of real estate to aid in the development of their businesses and enhance their operations, marketing, and branding strategies.
Get connected:
Website: https://egwoode.com/
Phone: (312) 877-6747
Email: info@egwoode.com
Facebook: https://www.fa...
2020-07-3125 min
find your causeGreater Englewood Chamber of Commerce with Felicia Slaton-YoungIn Season 1, Episode 3 we hear from Felicia Slaton-Young, Executive Director at Greater Englewood Chamber of Commerce who will discuss the work they are doing with businesses in the the Greater Englewood area of Chicago.
The mission of the Greater Englewood Chamber of Commerce is to transform Greater Englewood into a popular commercial and retail destination by advising, developing and showcasing its established businesses and acting as a comprehensive economic development partner while creating a favorable social environment for chamber members.
Get connected:
Website: https://www.gechamber.com/
Phone: (312) 768-8573
Email: greaterenglewoodchamber@gmail.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greaterenglewoodchamber/
2020-07-2429 min
find your causeGet Out And Learn Something with Omari DavisIn Season 1, Episode 2, we hear from Omari Davis, Founder and President of Get Out And Learn Something (G.O.A.L.S.). G.O.A.L.S. was founded March 2017, with the mission of being a catalyst for change in the lives of at-risk and underprivileged youth ages 8-18; that live in the Chicagoland area. They offer supplemental education programming in the form of: Life/Leadership Skill, Culinary Arts, Music, Art, and Theater. G.O.A.L.S. provides our youth with cultural excursions as well.
Youth are encouraged to participate in the Passion to Passports program, in which youth...
2020-07-1719 min
find your causePrecious Blood Ministry of Reconciliation with Joseph MappIn Season 1, Episode 1, we hear how heroes like Joe Joe are making the world a better place. A very powerful story, person, and organization.
Precious Blood Ministry of Reconciliation (PBMR)
Joseph "Joe Joe" Mapp, Reentry Case Manager
The Precious Blood Ministry of Reconciliation (PBMR) is a non-profit organization 501(c)3 registered in the State of Illinois. We strive to offer a safe and welcoming space where young people and families can gather and feel as though they are at home. We strive to bridge our differences and discover how much we have in common. In building those relationships, we respond through sup...
2020-07-1027 min