The Giving Stories

In this episode of "The Giving Stories," host Sean Couch sits down with Jennifer Park and Keri Case of Moving Waters, a nonprofit dedicated to providing mobile shower services to those experiencing homelessness. Discover how this innovative organization is restoring dignity, health, and hope to individuals in need through a simple yet profound solution. Join us as we explore Moving Waters' inspiring journey and impact and learn how Jennifer and Keri are making waves of kindness and compassion, one shower at a time.

In this enlightening episode of 'The Giving Stories,' Sean Couch, the President and co-trustee of the J.W. Couch Foundation, talks with the dynamic duo behind 'On River Time' – Founder Steve Davis and Executive Director Wendy Garner. Discover how the gentle currents of a river and the intricate dance of fly fishing become powerful metaphors for healing, resilience, and transformation. From the inception of Steve's vision to Wendy's unwavering dedication, we delve into the heartwarming stories of children who've found solace and strength amidst nature's embrace. Join us as we explore the depths of this unique nonprofit, understanding its challenges, celebrating its successes, and cherishing the ripples of hope it creates in the lives of young souls who've faced adversity. Dive in and let the river of inspiration flow!

What is a human being's most precious resource? Their attention. In order for nonprofit marketers, fundraisers, and content producers to create awareness, drive change, and raise funds, they must first capture their audiences' attention. That's why video is so important for nonprofits because it's the most effective communications medium for capturing people's attention.Facebook Research found that users watch video content 5x longer than static content. Other research shows that when both video and text are available on the same webpage, 72% of people choose to watch the video rather than read the copy on the page. Additionally, studies have identified that video is more efficient and engaging than any other form of mass communication.Listen to our conversation with Doug Scott, founder, and CEO of Tectonic Video, as he shares insights from their original research and provides a framework for leveling up your nonprofit's video strategy.Doug Scott is the founder and CEO of Tectonic Video, a video strategy, and production company that works with some of the world's most innovative nonprofits including the American Lung Association, World Relief, Mutual Rescue, The Tech Interactive, and the Global Fund for Women. Their videos have earned tens of millions of views online, been installed in museums, selected by film festivals, profiled by The New York Times, CNN, NPR, and AdWeek, and been honored with almost 200 industry awards. Doug works directly with the senior leadership teams of their clients to build video strategies to help nonprofits accomplish their goals.

Everyone deserves the best possible education, yet our current traditional one-size-fits-all educational model born during the industrial age is not meeting the needs of our new, rapidly evolving knowledge-based economy. The next generation deserves a personalized educational experience that better equips them with the skills, values, and knowledge they need to thrive in a new modern world.We got to chat with two leaders pushing to revolutionize education, Orly Friedman, co-founder of the Red Bridge School, and Babur Habib, co-founder of the Portfolio School. Both share priceless insight and stories that highlight the challenges of helping children better prepare for a new modern world. Learn more about the Portfolio SchoolLearn more about the Red Bridge School

Technology has changed our lives. We live in an era where information is readily accessible and distributed to countless people across the globe. Industries have been disrupted or altogether upended due to miraculous technological advances. Progress is being made to change the world, but there has been collateral damage. Families need to find a balanced digital lifestyle, or they could face countless repercussions. Along with special co-host, Gen Padalecki, we spoke with one of the leaders spearheading the initiative to spread awareness about the growing issues with technology. Called the “closest thing Silicon Valley has to a conscience,” by The Atlantic magazine, Tristan Harris spent three years as a Google Design Ethicist developing a framework for how technology should “ethically” steer the thoughts and actions of billions of people from screens. He is now co-founder & president of the Center for Humane Technology, whose mission is to reverse ‘human downgrading' and re-align technology with humanity. Harris stars in the recent Netflix Documentary, The Social Dilemma, which has catapulted the fight for our attention and issues with technology into the global spotlight. As parents, we need to know more about this problem and help save the next generation from its pitfalls. Harris shares his wisdom and insight so that more families are equipped to tackle this issue at home.Learn more about the Center for Humane TechnologyLearn more about the Social Dilemma Documentary