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Greater Than Zero Percent (GTZP) is a podcast dedicated to finding organizations that are changing the world and sharing their stories.

Joseph Smalzer


    • Jan 19, 2023 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 29m AVG DURATION
    • 113 EPISODES


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    Latest episodes from Greater Than Zero Percent

    Purpose Through Passion

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2023 32:40


    In this episode we interview Laran (Director of Programming and Outreach) and Amanda (Director of Operations) at Purpose Through Passion. Purpose Through Passion's (PTP) mission is the belief that change is possible and can happen against all odds. PTP is a 501(c)(3) non-profit funding any recreational activity or hobby for those recovering from addiction in the Tampa Bay Area. Many of us have experienced the negative impact of addiction. Whether we've gone through it ourselves, or have known someone who has struggled with addiction, the vast majority of us have been impacted in some way, shape, or form. We choose not to allow these impacts to weigh us down, but to instead use them to drive us onward and upward. Want to learn more, donate, or get engaged? Donate: https://www.purposethroughpassion.com/make-a-donation Phone: +1 (772) 532-8212 Email: purposethroughpassion727@gmail.com Website: https://www.purposethroughpassion.com/ Facebook: https://facebook.com/purposethroughpassion/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/purposethroughpassion/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PbTz3gk0mEg&feature=youtu.be

    A Step Ahead Chess

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2022 29:06


    In this episode we interview Coach Shawn Sorsby, Executive Director of A Step Ahead Chess. A Step Ahead Chess is on a mission to encourage. To leave a lasting impact on the lives of children by addressing their physical, mental and emotional needs with quality care and compassion. Want to learn more, donate, or get engaged? Donate: https://astepaheadchess.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=739cea1eff131d29648d13473&id=17753c48c2&e=8ec43ca11d Email: astepaheadchess@gmail.com Website: https://astepaheadchess.org/ Facebook: https://www.instagram.com/astepaheadchess/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/astepaheadchess/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/a-step-ahead-chess/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@astepaheadchess3057 Twitter: https://twitter.com/AStepAheadChess

    Merit School of Music

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2022 29:47


    In this episode we interview Charles Grode, President & Executive Director at Merit School of Music. Merit School of Music transforms the lives of Chicago-area youth through removing barriers to high-quality music education. Want to learn more, donate, or get engaged? Donate: https://meritmusic.org/donate/ Phone: +1 (312) 786-9428 Email: info@meritmusic.org Website: https://meritmusic.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MeritSchoolofMusic Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meritmusic/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/school/merit-school-of-music/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/OfficialMeritMusic Twitter: https://twitter.com/MeritMusic

    Bridges 2030

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2022 32:28


    In this episode we interview Fernando Ramirez, Founder & Managing Director of Bridges 2030. Bridges 2030 is a 501(c)(3) NGO with global aspirations to support and assist disadvantaged communities. Cultivate compassion. We are a nonprofit organization (NGO) that catalyzes and educates the social impact community to support scalable and replicable projects across the globe. We accomplish this by connecting local communities with funding opportunities, technology, and the training necessary to build capacity and achieve lasting change. To ensure our mission outlives us and our impact multiplies, we empower and mobilize the next generation of changemakers. Want to learn more, donate, or get engaged? Donate: https://www.paypal.com/donate?token=15hTbhM7iuAKnn49AuqkUu-f5GDfjoP7wourcO77j01HT8kZY48BqoBCfkWCB5yEjqUVTesBNk6vNiFm Phone: +1 (215) 789-3777 Email: info@bridges2030.com Website: https://bridges2030.org/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bridges-2030-llc/about/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/bridges2030

    CEOs & CSR - Leslie Basham, Surgical Direction

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2022 29:11


    In this episode of our CEOs & CSR series, we interview Leslie Basham, President and CEO of Surgical Directions. Surgical Directions is a leading healthcare consulting firm specializing in perioperative and value based care, practice management and staffing services. Their passion is to partner with healthcare organizations to maximize long-term operational, financial, organizational and clinical outcomes. Leslie also discusses her passion of applying her company's expertise to international communities that need it most! In our CEOs & CSR series, once per month 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.

    Lost&Found

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2022 34:08


    In this episode we interview Erik Muckey, CEO of Lost & Found. Lost & Found ‘s mission is to deliver comprehensive, data-driven, and resilience-focused suicide prevention and postvention programs and services for youth and young adults (ages 10-34) and their support networks.​ Student Programs: We partner with schools and higher education institutions to deliver innovative, student-centered, actionable programs that train student advocates and make resilient communities possible. Evaluation & Research Services: We apply public health, suicide prevention, and program evaluation expertise to conduct needs assessments, assess community suicide prevention capacity, and provide outsourced program evaluation services. Education & Advocacy: We connect the communities we serve with relevant, evidence-based information, education, training, and coalition-building tools that can help to prevent suicide and raise awareness of mental health needs. Want to learn more, donate, or get engaged? Donate: https://resilienttoday.networkforgood.com/ Phone: +1 (605) 549-5281 Email: contact@resilienttoday.org Website: https://resilienttoday.org/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/resilienttoday/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-lost-&-found-association Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/resilienttoday/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvqi2y7322xnrZupZ7cxcAg Twitter: https://twitter.com/resilienttoday

    Legacy Reentry Foundation

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2022 29:49


    In this episode we interview George Moore, Pastor, Founder, and Executive Director of Legacy Reentry Foundation. Legacy Reentry Foundation is a faith based non profit dedicated to helping the formerly incarcerated - and anyone else in need of "second chance" resources to reintegrate back into society. Want to learn more, donate, or get engaged? Donate: https://www.legacyreentryfoundation.org/donate Phone: +1 (800) 573-8538 Email: legacyreentryfoundation@gmail.com Website: https://www.legacyreentryfoundation.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LegacyReentry Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/legacyreentry/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/legacy-reentry-foundation-nfp/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcHsJrYrFffgHde99JE2dFg Twitter: https://twitter.com/legacyreentry

    E105: Boston Volunteers

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2022 20:19


    In this episode we interview Josh Konoff “con-off”, Founder of Boston Volunteers. Boston Volunteers is a non-profit organization fighting to make Boston cleaner, safer, and better. When Boston Volunteer was founded in 2006, we had one goal: to ensure everyone in Boston has the opportunity to succeed. And now, we're ready to take that challenge to the next level. Our leadership team is committed to bringing even more volunteers and nonprofit organizations together with the help of our local partners and generous volunteers. Want to learn more, donate, or get engaged? Donate: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=SDBG7NMRENJ7U Email: joshkonoff@gmail.com Website: https://bostonvolunteer.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BostonVolunteers/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bostonvolunteers/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/boston-volunteers/ Twitter: @BostonVolunteer

    Fashion Community Foundation

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2022 32:09


    In this episode we interview Berny Martin, Founder of Fashion Community Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization on a mission to create the space for underprivileged young people to have an opportunity to learn practical skills in the area of fashion design, ultimately allowing for employment in an industry that very few can realize. Want to learn more, donate, or get engaged? Donate: https://fashioncommunityfoundation.org/donate-page/ Phone: +1 (317) 408-9186 Email: info@fashioncommunityfoundation.org Website: https://fashioncommunityfoundation.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FCForg Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fcforg/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/fashion-community-foundation/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCdxKfBbXSqzfbwqtt8Ph8Q

    E103: COVID-19 Student Response Network

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2022 32:45


    In this episode we interview Jack Elliott, Co-Founder & CEO and Phillip Black, Head of Partnerships and Network of CSRN. Originally the 'COVID-19 Student Response Network', CSRN is a non-profit set-up to help engage established student consultancies in high impact management consulting projects by connecting them with organizations driving social impact as well as the tools they need to make a difference. Want to learn more, donate, or get engaged? Donate: https://csrn.org.uk/join-our-team Email: client-services@csrn.org.uk Website: http://www.csrn.org.uk/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/101350498244131 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/covid19-student-response-network/

    CEOs & CSR - Alexandra Oladoyin, Empower Inclusion

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2022 24:37


    In this episode we interview GTZP CEOs & CSR - Alexandra Oladoyin, Owner of Empower Inclusion. Empower Inclusion provides support to individuals with disabilities as they identify and pursue their employment-related goals. https://empowerinclusion.org/ In our new CEOs & CSR series, once per month 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.

    Blue Water Scholarship Fund

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2022 35:25


    In this episode we interview John Curtin and Jaime Cleveland, Founders of Blue Water Scholarship Fund (BWSF). BWSF aims to introduce the next generation to the Maritime Industry and its many opportunities through merit and needs based scholarships to one of the state Maritime Academies. Want to learn more, donate, or get engaged? Donate: https://www.bluewaterscholarshipfund.org/donate.html Email: applications@bluewaterscholarshipfund.org Website: http://www.bluewaterscholarshipfund.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Bluewaterscholarshipfund/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bluewaterscholarshipfund/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/blue-water-scholarship-fund YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYCdvsVY-XQb1V8kfLiet9w

    Lawndale Christian Legal Center

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2022 30:21


    In this episode we interview Cliff Nellis, Executive Director at Lawndale Christian Legal Center (LCLC). LCLC's vision is to raise up justly treated youth who are embraced by their family and community, restored from trauma, empowered to lead, and free from the criminal justice system. LCLC accomplishes this by providing holistic community-based legal services grounded in restorative justice to youth 18-24 from North Lawndale involved in the juvenile or adult criminal justice system. LCLC offers integrated legal and social services to youth while their case is pending in court, and continues to provide these services after their case is over while they are on probation, supervision, or parole. LCLC team consists of attorneys, case managers, outreach workers, and community partners providing wrap-around support that include housing, workforce development, mentoring, mental health counseling, and after-school activities. Want to learn more, donate, or get engaged? Donate: https://lclc.networkforgood.com/projects/155291-general-donations-2022 Phone: +1 (773) 762-6381 Email: info@lclc.net Website: http://lclc.net/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LawndaleLegal/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lawndale-christian-legal-center/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfHu6XBF8P1r_TOAzn36tCA

    Thaakat Foundation

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2022 25:01


    In this episode we interview Uzma (uh-z-muh), Executive Director of Thaakat Foundation “thaah-kit”. Thakaat is a nationally recognized 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that believes in restoring hope and courage in the underprivileged by advancing the minds of those who are capable of lending a helping hand. Thaakat Foundation strongly believes in promoting charitable giving and humanitarian work among the youth by selflessly supporting the act of giving back. We transcend cultural and religious boundaries to create a network of individuals that look to this organization as a project of their own; where no matter your race or creed, you are united with a group of people that share a similar desire to help. Thaakat is a non-religious, non-political organization. 100% of all donated funds go towards our projects. Any overhead expense is covered by kind corporate contributors and sponsors. That's every $1 to people who need it most. Our entire board works around the clock as volunteers to help make this possible. Want to learn more, donate, or get engaged? Donate: https://www.thaakatfoundation.org/donate/ Phone: +1 (847) 946-3549 Email: info@thaakat.org Website: https://www.thaakatfoundation.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thaakatfoundation Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thaakat/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thaakat-foundation/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/ThaakatFoundation Twitter: https://twitter.com/thaakat?lang=en

    CEOs & CSR - Justin Copie, Innovative Solutions

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2022 32:16


    In our new CEOs & CSR series, once per month 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 we interview Justin Copie, CEO of Innovative Solutions. We discuss his philosophy on creating a culture of giving and how to build a company that will last 150 years and beyond.

    Iskali

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2022 25:43


    In this episode we interview Vicente Del Real, Founder of Iskali. Iskali is non-profit on a mission to empower and equip young Latinos with high-quality faith formation, enabling them to become transformative leaders. Want to learn more, donate, or get engaged? Donate: https://www.iskali.org/donate.html Phone: +1 (815) 546-8979 Email: april@iskali.org Website: https://www.iskali.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SiempreIskali/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iskali_/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/iskaliministry/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKHjgJKUZmfsdOOGXMjgE0g

    Above and Beyond Family Recovery Center

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2022 34:08


    In this episode we interview Dan Hostetler, Executive Director of Above and Beyond Family Recovery Center. Above and Beyond is on a mission to build an individualized treatment experience that is available to anyone in need regardless of their economic status. Want to learn more, donate, or get engaged? Donate: https://anb.today/donate/ Phone: +1 (773) 940-2960 Email: Info@anb.today Website: https://anb.today/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ANBFRC Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aboveandbeyondfrc LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/replaceaddictionwithpurpose/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLF0vyEXkHpLVZXbBC4j03g Twitter: https://twitter.com/AnBToday?fbclid=IwAR2w1UirwhZn8l-HCeUfDBl5xpYoFidNKl5spCSkrRoDnNnBeMHlzI3h6lQ

    Burst Into Books

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2022 26:24


    In this episode we interview Jurema Gorham, Executive Director of Burst Into Books. Their mission is to rebuild community through advocacy, the arts, and educational and family programming. Burst Into Books envisions a world transformed by cultural literacy through education. Want to learn more, donate, or get engaged? Donate: https://www.paypal.com/donate?token=G2-AbV99fqVyhqrIBcFdGKkGowc-t4H1z1uW5SLLt4_LNu_iTn9QLNveQDl83p4YsQUtfmAJyv6fFeDr Phone: +1 (312) 970-9551 Email: burstintobooks@gmail.com Website: https://www.burstintobooks.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BurstIntoBooksChi Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/burstintobooks/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/burst-into-books/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwKLOIMZlu_x1fCO84xMpMw?view_as=subscriber Twitter: https://twitter.com/BurstIntoBooks

    CEOs & CSR - Dennis Kelly, Postalytics

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2022 32:43


    In our new CEOs & CSR series, once per month 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 we interview Dennis Kelly, CEO of Postalytics. We discuss how Postalytics is modernizing the printed mail industry and their journey of using data and technology to reduce the industry's supply chain carbon footprint.

    GTZP Team Round Table

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2022 31:17


    In this episode we do a GTZP team check-in! We don't often do these but they are a blast and an opportunity for you all to meet the team that is behind the scenes and get to know us a little more. We talk about episodes that stuck out to us, we talk about what is to come, and add in a little playful banter along the way. Thanks for tuning in!

    Milwaukee Tech Hub Coalition

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2022 32:12


    In this episode we interview Kathy Henrich, CEO of Milwaukee Tech Hub Coalition. MKE Tech Hub Coalition is a non-profit organization working to inclusively double tech talent in the Milwaukee region. The MKE Tech Hub Coalition is a unifying voice for the Milwaukee tech ecosystem. They harness the power of companies, entrepreneurs, educators, community organizations and other area stakeholders to grow tech talent and innovation in the Milwaukee region. As Milwaukee rises as a tech community, so does the demand for tech workers – there are more tech jobs than people to fill these roles. The Coalition was formed to address this need. Their work spans establishing a diverse and inclusive talent pipeline, amplifying the voice of members, and creating meaningful connections that serve as a catalyst for innovation in the #mketech community. Want to learn more, donate, or get engaged? Get Involved: https://www.mketech.org/makeamark/ Email: contact@mketech.org Website: https://www.mketech.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mketechhub/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mketechhubcoalition/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mketech/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5Pl24MCo-1Y45CJ9ZpXlAQ/about Twitter: https://twitter.com/MKETechHub

    Giveology

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2022 27:59


    In this episode we interview Anthony Monk, Founder and Executive Director at Giveology. Giveology is a multimedia educational resource to educate the general public about the nonprofit sector. Giveology provides information and resources about the sector's unique challenges, the best and most efficient ways to be a philanthropist, and the organizations in the world who are already doing incredible work. Want to learn more, donate, or get engaged? Donate: https://learngiveology.com/donor-page Email: Monkaj@learngiveology.com Website: https://learngiveology.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Giveology-100954255098812/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/learngiveology/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/giveology/

    CEOs & CSR - Jon Sanchez, Team Performance Institute

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2022 33:10


    In this episode we kickoff a new GTZP series: CEOs & CSR! Once per month, we will sit down with for-profit leaders (CEOs) to discuss their philosophy on giving and how they go about building their organization's corporate social responsibility (CSR) strategy. For our first episode in the series, we interviewed Jon Sanchez, CEO of Team Performance Institute. We cover topics like how his experiences influenced his leadership traits, how to build team culture, his personal responsibility to his co-workers and to the world, and how to maintain an inclusive culture with diverse talent.

    DC Scores

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2022 22:34


    In this episode we interview Tony Francavilla, Chief Development Officer at DC Scores. DC Scores creates neighborhood teams that give kids the confidence and skills to succeed on the playing field, in the classroom, and in life. We envision a DC where every child – no matter their family income – experiences the joys of childhood: sports, arts, service, and being part of a team. Where every child – no matter their family circumstances – is empowered to find academic success and grow into an emotionally and physically healthy teen and adult. Where every neighborhood supports and celebrates its children and their accomplishments on and off the playing field. Want to learn more, donate, or get engaged? Donate: https://give.dcscores.org/give/401225#!/donation/checkout Phone: +1 (202) 393-6999 Email: info@dcscores.org Website: https://www.dcscores.org/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/DCSCORES Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dc_scores/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/879205 YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/dcscores Twitter: https://twitter.com/dcscores

    E88: Pakistan Children's Heart Foundation

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2022 25:48


    In this episode we interview Farhan Ahmad, Volunteer CEO of Pakistan Children's Heart Foundation (PCHF). PCHF's mission is to establish a state-of-the-art medical facility that provides the highest quality of care for children with heart disease, irrespective of their financial means. Since inception in 2012 and till 2021 year-end, PCHF conducted 2668 surgeries at a total cost of PKR 990 million. Want to learn more, donate, or get engaged? Donate: https://www.pchf.org.pk/donate/ Phone: +92 300 8400446 Email: info@pchf.org.pk Website: https://www.pchf.org.pk/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CHDHospital Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pchf1/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/3769825/admin/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/PCHFPakistan Twitter: https://twitter.com/CHDHospital

    Community Forklift

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2022 34:02


    In 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

    Play to Grow

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2022 15:44


    In 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

    Solidarity Studios Community Check-In

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2022 21:36


    In 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.youtube.com/channel/UCp1gsil2s4dpGsfRZTQIghA Twitter: https://twitter.com/SolidarityStu

    Uvae Kitchen and Wine Bar

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2022 8:52


    In 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://uvaechicago.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/uvaechicago/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uvaechicago/

    Resident Association of Greater Englewood (RAGE)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2022 24:47


    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? Donate: https://ragenglewood.org/rage-in-the-media/donate/ Phone: +1 (866) 845-1032 Email: joinrage@gmail.com Website: https://ragenglewood.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RAGEnglewood/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/RAGE_Englewood/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ragenglewood/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCH4sMVpb5EAQJ06z9d4AiQQ/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Join_Rage/

    Greenwood Project

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2022 22:46


    In 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/UC1NuT2DxJcs9YTIyFThJoLg Twitter: https://twitter.com/greenwoodprochi

    Chicago Scholars Community Check-In

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2022 31:12


    In 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: https://twitter.com/ChicagoScholars

    Saint Louis Counseling

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2022 40:28


    In 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

    Watts of Love Community Check-In

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2022 22:54


    In 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

    Evolved Network Check-In #2

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2022 22:10


    In 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@gmail.com Phone: (214) 448-4382 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theevolvednetwork IG: @the.evolved.network

    Forum for the Future

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2022 24:54


    In 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

    Member for a Day

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2022


    In 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

    Black Menswear

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2022 27:59


    In 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

    GTZP Trailer

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2022 1:15


    Greater 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 the communities they serve. Why "GTZP"? Because we believe that however big or small of a positive impact you have, every bit counts. And as long as you are adding greater than zero percent, the momentum you build is already changing the world.

    Zaporuka Foundation

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2022 25:11


    In 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

    Positive Focus

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2022 33:42


    In 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

    Way Home Foundation

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2022 21:52


    In 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/UCEhivqgVLfeTAr0kt85_9Wg

    Read The Future

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2022 26:23


    In 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/

    Gentlemen and Scholars

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2022 27:34


    In 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

    Face It Together

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2022 24:01


    In 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.com/company/face-it-together/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKI-4Ker7SINISHv_Vw9jgA Twitter: https://twitter.com/wefaceit2gether

    Startup Sioux Falls

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2022 29:14


    In 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/startupsfsd

    Survivors Joining for Hope

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2022 23:39


    In 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

    DakotAbilities

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2022 18:49


    In 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/

    Hurdle Life Coach Foundation

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2022 27:58


    In 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

    Move To Heal South Dakota

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2022 17:28


    In 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

    South Dakota Voices for Peace

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2021 34:24


    In 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 Twitter: https://twitter.com/sdvfpeace

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