Podcasts about community foundations

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The Roundtable Panel: a daily open discussion of issues in the news and beyond. Today's panelists are:Theresa Bourgeois - Public policy and communications expert.March Gallagher - The Ulster County Comptroller and the former president and CEO of the Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley.Allison Kavey - a full professor in the History Department at John Jay College of Criminal Justice (CUNY).Warren Whitlock - a former federal senior executive having served as the Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Army for Diversity & Leadership, and, Associate Administrator for Civil Rights at the Federal Highway Administration.

The California-based organization has granted $350,000 to ten organizations in the Southwest to support them with legal defense, community protection, and rapid response.

Community Foundation Ireland has quietly reshaped Irish giving since 2000, channelling €200 million into communities across the country while building a model built on data, trust and long-term partnership.In this episode, CEO Denise Charlton joins the ThinkBusiness Podcast to explore how strategic philanthropy works in practice, from backing causes before they find public support to helping a new generation of wealthy families think through purpose, legacy and impact. She discusses Ireland's unique culture of anonymous giving, the rise of donor-advised funds, and what policy change could unlock the next chapter of Irish philanthropy.Visit www.thinkbusiness.ie for more news and supports for start-ups and SMEs in Ireland. If you want to start and grow a business, ThinkBusiness.

Send us a text and chime in!The Jewish Community Foundation of Greater Prescott today announced the recipients of its annual funding grants, marking another year of meaningful investment in programs that strengthen and enrich local communities. Although these awards support a wide range of initiatives, educational programs received the most emphasis during the current grant cycle. The Foundation's grants are made possible through the generosity of donors, whose contributions allow the Foundation to respond to community needs while investing in long-term programs that benefit people of all ages and backgrounds. 2026 Grant Recipients The Foundation is proud to announce the following 2026 grant recipients, representing a...   For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/jewish-community-foundation-of-greater-prescott-awards-303k-in-2026-grants/ Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

Is local leadership declining, even in America's fastest-growing cities? Aaron Renn sits down with Mark Barbash, a longtime economic development professional in Columbus, Ohio, to examine the quiet crisis of civic and corporate leadership.  They discuss how generational change, corporate consolidation, shifting philanthropy, and a K-shaped economy are weakening the institutions that once held cities together—while headline growth continues. Using Columbus, Ohio as a case study, they explore what it will take to rebuild commitment to the common good.  Topics include the decline of place-based corporate leaders, the rise of donor-advised funds, workforce and housing constraints, the limits of economic development incentives, and whether there's still a “burning platform” for meaningful change.  CHAPTERS:(00:00 Introduction: The Leadership Crisis in American Cities)(02:05 How Civic and Corporate Leadership Has Changed Over the Decades)(08:15 Generational Shifts and the Decline of Place-Based Leadership)(15:00 Economic Development in a Globalized, Industry-Focused World)(17:00 The K-Shaped Economy, Workforce Shortages & Housing Stress)(24:00 The Transformation of Local Philanthropy and Community Foundations)(31:40 Is There a Burning Platform for Change in Booming Cities?)(37:00 What Should We Do? Rebuilding Consensus and Engagement) ARTICLES DISCUSSED:

It was standing room only at the latest Town of Thompson meeting where community members commented on the proposed tax-exempt bond financing for the new owners of Camp Iroquois Springs in Rock Hill.Bagel Fest Shenanigans.A man wanted for a murder in the Town of Greenville has been arrested.A massive award of scholarships to more than 200 students by the Community Foundation of Orange, Sullivan and Rockland counties.  

The Roundtable Panel: a daily open discussion of issues in the news and beyond. Today's panelists are public policy and communications expert Theresa Bourgeois, The Ulster County Comptroller and the former president and CEO of the Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley March Gallagher, and Former Albany Mayor Kathy Sheehan.

In this episode of Philanthropy Speaks, we revisit a workshop the Community Foundation of Greater Flint co-hosted this summer called A More Perfect Union: From Isolation to Intersectionality, held as the nation approached the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. Host Lynn Williams, Director of Equity and Community Engagement at the Community Foundation of Greater Flint, sits down with Delma Jackson III, founder of the Sankofa Project for Social Justice and senior fellow at the Center for Whole Communities.Jackson, a facilitator, writer, and lecturer on social justice who has brought his work to campuses and conferences across the country, grounds the conversation in Sankofa philosophy, the idea that the past lives with us in the present and guides how we build the future.Tune in to learn how intersectionality connects histories of indigenous genocide, slavery, and Jim Crow, why Jackson argues a more perfect union cannot be built through denial, and what it really means to move from isolation toward solidarity. From somatic practice to street-level rebellion to the everyday work of checking our own biases, discover why Jackson believes justice work starts wherever you already are.Learn more about the Truth, Racial Healing and Transformation initiative at https://www.cfgf.org/trht and about the Sankofa Project for Social Justice at https://www.delmajackson.com.Support the show

Can charitable giving be part of a smart estate plan? Absolutely. In this episode of Aging Starts Now, host Janel Heflin, Elder Care Coordinator at Johnson McGinnis Elder Care Law & Estate Planning, welcomes Cathy Sheffield, Director of Philanthropic Partnerships with The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee, to discuss the many benefits of Donor Advised Funds (DAFs). You'll learn: What a Donor Advised Fund is and how it works Why DAFs aren't just for wealthy families The tax advantages of charitable giving How DAFs can simplify and maximize your philanthropy Why many families include charitable giving in their estate plans How The Community Foundation helps donors create a lasting impact in Middle Tennessee Whether you're passionate about supporting your favorite nonprofit, looking for tax-efficient giving strategies, or thinking about the legacy you want to leave, this conversation offers practical guidance to help you make informed decisions. To learn more about The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee, visit cfmt.org. For more information about estate planning, life care planning, and protecting what matters most, visit www.tn-elderlaw.com

Part 1 - Danica M. David joins Neville James to discuss Creative Callaloo: Art, Poems, and Recipes Inspired by the Virgin Islands, the Community Foundation of the Virgin Islands' 2026 Great Reads selection. David reflects on her journey as an artist, educator, and first-time author, sharing stories of growing up in St. Croix, the cultural influences of her grandmothers, and the importance of preserving Virgin Islands traditions through art, literature, and food. The program also highlights the role of local authors in documenting Virgin Islands heritage, celebrates the territory's growing creative community, and features a conversation on the value of public broadcasting and upcoming WTJX gubernatorial, lieutenant governor, and delegate debates.

Most people spend decades building wealth and never quite get to the second question: not how do I protect this, but what do I actually want it to do? On this episode, Paddy Delaney talks to Denise Charlton, CEO of Community Foundation Ireland, about strategic philanthropy in Ireland. How it actually works, and where to start. What you'll learn: How a Donor Advised Fund works in Ireland, and why the entry point is lower than most assume (€25,000–€50,000) The difference between ad-hoc giving and strategic philanthropy How tax relief and Capital Acquisitions Tax exemptions apply to charitable giving in Ireland How families bring the next generation into a giving conversation, and how endowments work in perpetuity If you've built significant wealth and you're starting to ask what it's actually for, this conversation is worth your time. About the Guest Denise Charlton is Chief Executive of Community Foundation Ireland, the country's leading philanthropic foundation. Her career spans senior leadership at the Immigrant Council of Ireland and Women's Aid; she was a founder of Marriage Equality, and she currently sits on the board of Cuan, the State's statutory agency for sexual and gender-based violence. You can find Community Foundation Ireland at communityfoundation.ie.

AM Springfield visits with the Community Foundation for the Land of Lincoln and the APL about their recovery and needs after the tornado that hit their building. And Nathan Boyle with Peterman Financial Group is in for Money Talk Monday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Roundtable Panel: a daily open discussion of issues in the news and beyond. Today's panelists are Joseph Palamountain Jr. Chair in Government at Skidmore College Beau Breslin, a senior fellow and faculty member in the Center for the Advancement of Public Action at Bennington College. She is the President of Beyond Plastics and former EPA Regional Administrator. Judith is co-author of the book 'The Problem with Plastic' Judith Enck, The Ulster County Comptroller and the former president and CEO of the Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley March Gallagher, and a full professor in the History Department at John Jay College of Criminal Justice (CUNY) Allison Kavey.

07/26/26: Joel is broadcasting from the Bois De Sioux golf course with the Richland Wilkin Community Foundation charity golf scramble. Joel is joined by some big sponsors of the event, representatives from Titan Machinery and Vaderstad. (Joel Heitkamp is a talk show host on the Mighty 790 KFGO in Fargo-Moorhead. His award-winning program, “News & Views,” can be heard weekdays from 8 – 11 a.m. Follow Joel on X/Twitter @JoelKFGO.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

07/16/26: While broadcasting from the Bois De Sioux golf course in Wahpeton, ND and Breckenridge, MN, Joel Heitkamp is joined by the North Dakota Community Foundation CEO and President, Steven Lipp and Scott Nicholson, the Southeast Development Director. (Joel Heitkamp is a talk show host on the Mighty 790 KFGO in Fargo-Moorhead. His award-winning program, “News & Views,” can be heard weekdays from 8 – 11 a.m. Follow Joel on X/Twitter @JoelKFGO.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Community Foundation for Southwest Washington awarded $719,000 in Focus Grants to 15 nonprofits in its first 2026 funding cycle — covering healthcare, immigrant services, food security, and civic engagement across Clark, Cowlitz, and Skamania Counties. A second cycle opens now with $460,000 available and an August 31 deadline. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/business/community-foundation-awards-719000-to-sw-washington-nonprofits-opens-next-funding-cycle/ #CommunityFoundation #SWWashington #ClarkCounty #Nonprofits #FocusGrants #ImmigrantServices #Healthcare #FoodSecurity #CommunityNews #WashingtonState

In this episode of the Charity Matters Podcast, we sit down with Julie Coyne, Founder of the Southeast Community Foundation, to explore how a childhood battle with polio and the kindness of others shaped her lifelong commitment to serving children. Julie shares why helping students build confidence is just as important as improving reading and math skills, the difference between career success and finding your true passion, and how investing in one child can change the future of an entire community. This inspiring conversation is a reminder that lasting impact begins when we choose to truly see and believe in others.

Last November, Zohran Mamdani did what many considered impossible: he won the mayor’s office of a major U.S. city as a Democratic Socialists of America candidate. And in Atlanta, Kelsea Bond recently became the first DSA member elected to the City Council. The DSA, while not an official political party, has also picked up momentum elsewhere. Over the past several months, DSA candidates or candidates aligned with the organization secured primary wins in New York, Colorado, and Washington, D.C. Two years ago, Georgia House District 42 Representative Gabriel Sanchez became the first Democratic Socialist elected to the state legislature. The gains are small but notable. So, what does this shift mean for voters, for the political system, and for the possibility of more DSA candidates rising to prominence in a battleground Southern state like Georgia? Ashik Siddique and Megan Romer, the National Co‑Chairs of the Democratic Socialists of America, join the show to discuss how the organization is defining itself in this moment, the messaging strategies they believe resonate, and the challenges of still needing the Democratic Party designation to appear on most ballots. Smaller nonprofits face distinct challenges in today’s shifting philanthropic landscape, and many are struggling to stay afloat. This episode of Closer Look with Rose Scott explores the realities of under‑funded nonprofits and how a local effort, the Nonprofit Sector Sustainability Fund, is attempting to address those gaps through a targeted funding initiative. Ayana Gabriel Turner, Vice President of Community Impact at the Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta, explains the needs facing smaller nonprofits and how the NSSF ultimately selected 12 organizations from more than 200 applicants. Dr. Bambie Hayes‑Brown, CEO of Georgia Advancing Communities Together, Inc., one of the twelve awardees, shares how this funding will strengthen her organization’s mission and expand its impact.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Leader2Leader takes you inside the conversations that shape great leadership. Join Chamber President & CEO Susan Spears as she interviews some of the region's most influential community leaders, sharing their insight, experience, and practical wisdom on building stronger teams, improving communication, navigating challenges, and leading with purpose.Today's Guest: Dr. Jamee Rodgers, CEO of the Community Foundation of the Rappahannock River RegionDr. Rodgers shares his leadership philosophy centered on service, trust, and empowering others to succeed. Together, he and Susan discuss servant leadership, building high-performing teams, strategic planning, organizational culture, and creating opportunities for people to thrive. Whether you lead a business, nonprofit, or community organization, this episode offers practical insights to help you become the leader you aspire to be.

This week on Sustainability Now!, your host, Justin Mog, says “Yes For Parks!” with two champions for Louisville's under-invested public parks, Brooke Pardue, Chair of the new Yes For Parks coalition and Vice President of Strategic Initiatives for the Parks Alliance of Louisville, and Harrison Kirby from the Community Foundation of Louisville. Learn more at https://www.forparkseducationfund.org Brooke Perry Pardue joined the Parks Alliance of Louisville in November 2017 as President/CEO after serving on the Board for five years. Under her leadership, the organization grew exponentially, investing more than $10 million in Louisville's public parks with a focus on driving equitable investment to improve health and wellbeing for everyone. She also spearheaded Parks For All, a 15-year equity-focused master plan for Louisville Parks and Recreation. In 2026, Brooke passed the reins of the Alliance to a new CEO, but continues to serve as VP of Strategic Initiatives, working with a diverse array of community partners advocating for the creation of a voter-approved Park Fund dedicated to the capital needs and ongoing maintenance of the city's treasured public park system. Harrison Kirby joined the Community Foundation as Director of Strategic Initiatives in April 2023 and currently serves as the Executive Director of the Center for Data and Policy. At the Community Foundation, Harrison leads efforts to create community impact and engage philanthropic resources using data reports, policy advocacy, and strategic partnerships in alignment with the Foundation's vision for a Louisville that achieves racial equity and advances opportunity for all. Louisville Metro Government operates more than 120 parks and 13 community centers. They are vital public infrastructure serving people of all ages in every corner of Louisville. Yet Louisville spends significantly less on our public parks than peer cities — just $53 per resident vs. $150. The lack of investment is reflected in the 2026 Trust for Public Land ParkScore™ which ranks Louisville 95th out of the 100 most populous cities in the U.S. for the quality of our public parks. (Cincinnati is 5th and Lexington is 67th). Our Parks and Recreation Department estimates $177 million is currently needed for deferred maintenance. Despite increased investment in the last few years (mostly from now-depleted ARPA funds), we will never dig out of this hole at the current pace. Louisville voters may have the ability to create a dedicated funding source for city parks through a nonpartisan, community-driven effort to place a referendum on the ballot. If approved by voters, these protected funds would support parks serving neighborhoods citywide. This voter-approved solution will generate $18 million annually through a modest 0.0225% ad valorem adjustment — around $1 per week for the average homeowner — without new debt. These protected funds will transform parks serving people across our community. One of the Yes For Parks coalition members, the Greater Louisville Sierra Club, invites you to join them on Tuesday, July 21, at pm for their annual summer picnic at Douglass Community Center, 2305 Douglass Blvd. We will hear from Brooke Pardue, and Alice Bridges, Director of Strategic Initiatives for Parks Alliance of Louisville. GLSC meetings are always free and open to the public. Register at https://sierraclub.org/kentucky As always, our feature is followed by your community action calendar for the week, so get your calendars out and get ready to take action for sustainability NOW! Sustainability Now! is hosted by Dr. Justin Mog and airs on Forward Radio, 106.5fm, WFMP-LP Louisville, every Monday at 6pm and repeats Tuesdays at 12am and 10am. Find us at https://forwardradio.org The music in this podcast is courtesy of the local band Appalatin and is used by permission. Explore their delightful music at https://appalatin.com

In this week's episode, Rex Nelson talks with the President and CEO of Arkansas Community Foundation, Jessica Hughes Ford, about the foundation and its mission to protect, grow and direct charitable dollars in the state. Ford discusses the challenges facing the non-profit sector in Arkansas and how the foundation helps non-profits accomplish their missions in the state. Podcast on Apple, Spotify, and YouTube, or visit arkansasonline.com/podcast23 for an exclusive subscription offer available only to podcast listeners Chapters (00:00:13) - Southern Fried Podcast: The Arkansas Community Foundation(00:00:57) - Philanthropist and Redfield native on the topic of the mammoth(00:02:58) - Many Arkansas nonprofits are based in Little Rock(00:05:19) - Arkansas' philanthropic tradition(00:08:52) - Coming soon: The Community Foundation of Arkansas(00:10:51) - One of the Foundation's Co-chairs on a Leadership Transition(00:12:37) - What is the Community Foundation of Arkansas?(00:15:48) - Arkansas Community Foundation Affiliates(00:19:42) - Arkansas Community Foundation Makes $8,000 Grants(00:20:45) - Arkansas Community Foundation's 50th Anniversary(00:24:01) - Arkansas Community Foundation Makes $50,000 in Grants(00:25:31) - Community Foundation President Tom May on the Future(00:31:37) - The Greatest Needs in Arkansas(00:34:42) - The 50th Anniversary of the Arkansas Community

When the July 4 flood tore through the upper Guadalupe River, ripping apart neighborhoods and destroying homes, the Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country stepped up by helping families find shelter and new homes. How will Kerrville celebrate the Fourth of July on what will be the nation's 250th birthday — while also commemorating the lives lost one year earlier?

We wrap up the special session at the state Capitol where lawmakers delayed changing ballots and did not move on property taxes. Plus, developers are snapping up Georgia farmland for housing and other uses and that has some people worried. Also, a new report finds about half of Georgia households struggle to keep up with the rising cost of basic necessities like utilities and food, despite earning above the Federal Poverty Level. And the economy isn't much better for nonprofits as the Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta says the staggering response they received for a new nonprofit funding initiative points to increased uncertainty in the sector.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Roundtable Panel: a daily open discussion of issues in the news and beyond. Today's panelists are a senior fellow and faculty member in the Center for the Advancement of Public Action at Bennington College. She is the President of Beyond Plastics and former EPA Regional Administrator. Judith is co-author of the book 'The Problem with Plastic' Judith Enck, The Ulster County Comptroller and the former president and CEO of the Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley March Gallagher, Semi-retired, Editor at large/columnist/editorial writer, Times Union Jay Jochnowitz, and a full professor in the History Department at John Jay College of Criminal Justice (CUNY) Allison Kavey.

Topic: J. Martin (Marty) Regan, Jr. '76In his inaugural address, University President Rev. Robert A. Dowd, C.S.C., called us to be “sustainers of hope and builders of bridges.” But in a world where optimism often feels in short supply, where do we find the inspiration to keep nurturing the good? Plant those seeds through a revitalizing experience where you can pause, exhale, and allow your spirit to blossom. Come hear this calling echo in powerful, personal stories from Notre Dame alumni and faculty who are living examples of what it means to cultivate hope—just like Fr. Ted.Speaker:J. Martin (Marty) Regan, Jr. '76 J. Martin (Marty) Regan, Jr. '76 serves as Senior Staff Attorney to the City of Memphis. He is General Counsel to the Southern College of Optometry and General Counsel and Planned Giving Director to Community Foundation of Greater Memphis. He is a Director of the Memphis Grizzlies Foundation, Memphis Land Bank, Inc., and Alpha Omega Veterans Services, Inc. Marty has been a trusted advisor to mayors, bishops, and numerous non-profits, often providing pro bono legal services. He played a key role in the revival of Jubilee Schools, an initiative focused on reopening inner-city Catholic schools, and was awarded the Sportsman of the Year award in Memphis for a key role in bringing the Memphis Grizzlies Basketball team to the city, and the development of its FedEx Forum arena.Thanks for listening! The ThinkND Podcast is brought to you by ThinkND, the University of Notre Dame's online learning community. We connect you with videos, podcasts, articles, courses, and other resources to inspire minds and spark conversations on topics that matter to you — everything from faith and politics, to science, technology, and your career.Learn more about ThinkND and register for upcoming live events at think.nd.edu.Join our LinkedIn community for updates, episode clips, and more.

Episode 374: A Roadmap to Nonprofit Excellence: What Most Leaders Miss (Lauren Deiorio)Episode SummaryMost nonprofit leaders don't fail because of mission. They get stuck running one part of the operation well while neglecting the rest, often because they rose through programming and never learned the business of running an organization. In this episode, Lauren Deiorio, President & CEO of the Community Foundation for Ocala/Marion County, shares the Roadmap to Success, a practical tool she helped build that breaks nonprofit excellence into nine “destinations”: governance, HR, financial management, fundraising, communications, technology, strategic collaborations, community empowerment, and grant strategy. Drawing on a finance and public accounting background and nine years leading her foundation, Lauren explains why treating your nonprofit like a business, with engaged boards, strong internal controls, diversified revenue, and clear communications, is what earns donor confidence. She offers a concrete way to put the roadmap to work as a self-assessment, pairing a staff member with a board member on each destination throughout the year. Listeners will walk away with a mental checklist for diagnosing where their organization is strong, where it's vulnerable, and exactly where to start.About LaurenLauren Deiorio is President & CEO of the Community Foundation for Ocala/Marion County, where she leads a nonprofit resource center dedicated to helping local organizations grow stronger and run more like a business. Originally from Louisville, Kentucky, Lauren earned a degree in finance and spent years in public accounting before moving into the philanthropic sector, first as the fund development director for her local school district and then, for the past nine years, at the helm of the Community Foundation. A self-described numbers person who joined her local public relations association to sharpen her communications skills, she co-created the foundation's Roadmap to Success, now in its second edition with an accompanying workbook nonprofits across the region use as a self-study guide. Based near Orlando, she's a fan of common-sense customer service, and has led her own staff through a book study on the subject.ResourcesConnect with Lauren: LinkedIn | lauren@ocalafoundation.orgCommunity Foundation for Ocala/Marion County: ocalafoundation.orgRoadmap to Success: the nine-destination nonprofit handbook and workbook (order at ocalafoundation.org)Book recommendation: The Customer Rules by Lee CockrellAlso mentioned: Building a StoryBrand by Donald MillerFollow Your Path to Nonprofit Leadership, and please leave a review!Learn more about the leadership resources at Armstrong McGuire: ArmstrongMcGuire.com

I've known Josie Manternach since she was roughly in first grade, and I still learned things about her in this conversation that I didn't know. Josie is an educator by trade, a military spouse, a mom, and now a community impact leader at the Community Foundation of Greater Dubuque. But the path that got her there? It's the kind of story that is going to hit differently depending on where you are right now, whether you're holding tightly to a plan that's starting to unravel, or you're on the other side of a pivot wondering how all the pieces are going to fit together. She grew up in Cascade, fell in love with the ag room at Cascade High School, went to Iowa State to become an ag teacher, and had what she thought was her whole life figured out. Then came a retirement, a once-in-a-lifetime job offer, a Navy JAG program acceptance, a cross-country move, a pandemic, a baby, a thesis, and eventually... a path back home that looked different from the one she'd imagined. Every single step of it makes sense when you hear her tell it. What You'll Hear in This Episode: How the ag room at Cascade High School shaped Josie's entire career trajectory (and why belonging matters more than we think) The once-in-a-lifetime job offer that arrived at the exact same moment as her husband's Navy JAG acceptance What it felt like to leave the dream job she thought she'd retire from...at age 24 Life as a military spouse: navigating DC, Florida, a pandemic, a newborn, and starting over more than once How she learned to build community from scratch in places where she didn't know anyone Teaching middle school science in Maryland, working in higher ed in Florida, and what each season taught her Completing a master's thesis through Ohio State while working full time and raising a toddler Her current work at the Community Foundation of Greater Dubuque: dyslexia tutoring, rural teacher retention, third grade literacy, and the grad partnership initiative The stat that stopped me cold: 47 students now receiving dyslexia tutoring weekly in Dubuque...where two years ago there were zero local options Resources and Links: Community Foundation of Greater Dubuque: dbqfoundation.org Rural Teacher Summit: coming this summer at Camp Little Cloud in Epworth Contact Josie directly through the Community Foundation website Listen and Subscribe: Spotify Apple Podcasts If Josie's story resonated with you, share it with someone who is in the middle of a plan that just got disrupted. This one is for them.

Fulton County opens schools for non-residents (just have a check made out to:...); Georgia has a shortage of skilled workers; and the Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta sees an overwhelming response to a grant offering--what that might say about the local non-profit sector's needs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Content note: This episode includes discussion of gun violence, homicide, and the loss of loved ones, including children, which may be distressing for some listeners. Listener discretion is advised. In this episode of Philanthropy Speaks, we mark Gun Violence Awareness Month with a candid conversation about community safety in Flint and Genesee County. Host Moses Bingham, Director of Strategic Initiatives at the Community Foundation of Greater Flint, sits down with Dr. Kenyetta Dotson and Percy Glover, co-chairs of the Community Safety Collaborative (CSC).Dotson, founder of WOW Outreach and community engagement lead at Michigan State University's C.S. Mott Department of Public Health, and Glover, a Flint native, national speaker on jail and judicial reform, and founder of Fair Voting Alliance, bring lived experience and real solutions to the table.Tune in to learn why gun violence is a public health crisis, how community violence intervention (CVI) saves both lives and dollars, and why no act of care is ever too small. From mentoring young people to the CSC's community safety calendar and resource dashboard, discover how Flint residents are working together to prevent gun violence and build a safer community.Learn more about the Community Foundation of Greater Flint and the Community Safety Collaborative at https://www.cfgf.org/impact/community-safety-collaborative.Support the show

Lansing's Rivertrail has been loved by many for decades. In recent years, the Capital Region Community Foundation has invested in several downtown venues along the trail, and now there is a website - lansingriverfront.org - hosting a bevy of information for residents and visitors alike. Joining Chris to discuss the details of these spaces and their offerings is the President & CEO of the Community Foundation, Laurie Baumer!

Making More Possible... The Community Foundation has reached a historic milestone, surpassing $100M in total grants awarded to Findlay and Hancock County through its stewardship of more than $200M in total assets (at 14:35) --- It is our nation's birth certificate, and so much more... As America approaches its 250th birthday, the Declaration of Independence is a powerful statement about who we are, and who we strive to be (at 26:50) --- Around Town: Everyone's invited to a community picnic this week as Flag City USA celebrates America 250 (at 44:38)

When most people think of Realtors®, they think of a change of address. The truth is, Realtors® change lives well beyond the transaction.On this episode of RWorld Talk, JD McClintock shares the vision behind the RWorld Community Foundation and why it was created. From down payment assistance programs that help families or individuals achieve homeownership to disaster relief efforts that provide immediate support after hurricanes and tornadoes, JD shares how Realtors® are helping change lives throughout Florida and across the country.The conversation explores the mission behind the newly formed RWorld Community Foundation, how multiple charitable initiatives were brought together under one organization, and why every Realtor® has an opportunity to make a difference.We Covered:➡️ The mission of the RWorld Community Foundation➡️ How closing cost assistance helps families or individuals achieve homeownership➡️ Why Realtor-led relief efforts often arrive before other resources➡️ The impact Realtors® make beyond buying and selling homes➡️ Ways members can support charitable initiatives➡️ and more…Whether you're a Realtor®, homeowner, community leader, or someone who wants to better understand the impact of organized real estate, this episode offers an inside look at how Realtors® help strengthen communities every day.Learn more and support the mission at RWorldCares.com.Chapters:00:00 Welcome Back, JD01:15 Foundation Origins03:52 Why Service Matters05:38 Mission And Pillars08:14 Funding And Misconceptions15:05 Closing Cost Assistance18:18 Disaster Activation Steps23:06 Why Volunteerism Matters26:41 How Realtors Can Help29:08 Service Reignites Purpose30:22 Lightning Round32:59 Pay It Forward Support38:08 Final Call to ActionFOLLOW US:Instagram: @rworldtalkLinkedIn: @rworldtalkpodcastWebsite: https://rworld.com/LISTEN ON AUDIO:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6TFUYs7cTWw539wUD7aLkE?si=79cdc73ede2f4828Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rworld-talk-south-florida-real-estate/id1671206655#RWorldTalk #Foundation #Realtor #RealEstate #Realtors #CommunityImpact #Homeownership #DisasterRelief #SouthFlorida #Leadership #Volunteer #GiveBack #Nonprofit #housing

It's Pride Month, and here at Progress Texas we remember that pride is not just a parade, it's a movement: and it takes resources! Joined by the leading statewide LGBTQ+ community foundation, the Texas Pride Community Foundation's Chief Community Impact Officer, Robert Salcido Jr., discusses the importance of supporting LGBTQ+ community centers and grassroots organizations amid unrelenting attacks on queer Texans. We talked about exciting projects boosting community support, HIV/AIDS healthcare access and stigmatization, plus a breakdown on Texas policy and homophobic, transphobic culture wars.Learn more about the Texas Pride Community Foundation at https://texaspridecf.org/what-we-do/.Thanks for listening! Learn more about Progress Texas and how you can support our ongoing work at https://progresstexas.org/.

Today on Uncommon Sense, we're discussing the tragic state of the modern world.From the protests in Ireland to growing frustration across Western nations, many people feel as though their voices are no longer being heard by the institutions that claim to represent them. I'll share why I support the right of people to protest and why I believe the demonstrations in Ireland have resonated with so many people around the world.We'll also discuss what I see as a deeper spiritual crisis affecting modern society. Many of the political, cultural, and social problems we face today are symptoms of a broader moral and spiritual decline, one that cannot be solved through politics alone.In this episode:My thoughts on the protests in IrelandWhy so many citizens now feel disconnected from their governmentsThe growing divide between ordinary people and powerful institutionsThe role of faith, morality, and personal responsibility in rebuilding societyWhy I believe many of today's crises point to a deeper spiritual battleWhether you agree or disagree, this episode is an invitation to think critically about the direction of our culture, our governments, and our future.--https://www.youversion.com/bible-app

This episode of the Ann Arbor SPARK CEO Podcast features Shannon Polk, President and CEO of the Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation. View the video on our YouTube channel, @AnnArborSPARK.

Welcome to the Bob Elliott show where we will educate and have fun regarding various Tucson, Southern Arizona, State of Arizona, and national events. We will not be about politics or religion. We will emphasize leaders in our community and what they do, why they do it and how they do it.Please welcome to the Bird's Nest: Jenny Flynn, President CEO of Community Foundation of Southern Arizona

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There's a quiet mismatch playing out across New Jersey's economy: thousands of good jobs sitting unfilled while thousands of capable people can't find their way into them. The four-year degree — long sold as the surest path to a stable career — has become unaffordable for many, and increasingly disconnected from what employers actually need. Trades are short on workers as a generation retires. Technology is reshaping every job description. And the people most often left out of the conversation are the ones with the most to gain from a different approach.Host Aaron Turner, Chief Philanthropic Officer at the Community Foundation of New Jersey, sits down with two leaders building different answers from opposite ends of the state — Dr. Corey Homer, President of Sussex County Community College, and Onna Jones of Camden-based Hope Works — to discuss employer-driven curriculum, paying participants from day one, AI as a competitive equalizer, the wraparound supports behind Hope Works' 93% job retention rate, and what it will take to close New Jersey's middle-skills gap.Learn more about the guests' organizations.Hopeworks: www.hopeworks.orgSussex County Community College Workforce Programs: www.sussex.edu/academics/career-technical-programs/

The Roundtable Panel: a daily open discussion of issues in the news and beyond. Today's panelists are Lecturer of Cognitive Sciences at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and former Fulbright US Scholar to Egypt Jackie Berry, The Ulster County Comptroller and the former president and CEO of the Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley March Gallagher, Editor at large/columnist/editorial writer for the Times Union Jay Jochnowitz, and Dean of the College of Emergency Preparedness, Homeland Security and Cybersecurity at the University at Albany Robert Griffin.

What started with a handful of land banks you could count on one hand has grown into more than 350 across the country, reshaping neighborhoods and restoring communities from the ground up.In this episode of Philanthropy Speaks, host and Community Foundation of Greater Flint President and CEO Dan Kildee talks with Brian Larkin, director of the National Land Bank Network at the Center for Community Progress, and Christina Kelly, director of community impact at the Genesee County Land Bank Authority, about the movement Dan helped start right here in Flint more than two decades ago.From the transformation of Chevy Commons into the centerpiece of Michigan's first new state park in 40 years to the 10,000 demolitions that have cleared blight and reduced crime across Flint neighborhoods, discover how land banking has evolved from a local idea into a national model for community revitalization. Plus, Dan, Brian, and Christina dig into what's next, including affordable housing, home repair, and the tools still needed to help every community thrive. Visit cfgf.org, thelandbank.org, or communityprogress.org to learn more.Support the show

The housing crisis is worse than ever, and it’s one that many elected representatives and nonprofits have been working on for some time. Last month Gov. Kotek signed a package of housing related bills into law. They allow cities to expand their urban growth boundaries, protect existing affordable housing and provide financing to encourage the construction of new housing. Estimates put the need for new homes at 29,500 a year to keep up with population growth and the demand for housing.   Constructing new housing for middle income families is at the heart of the Oregon Community Foundation’s announcement of its $100 million “Building Hope Fund.” OCF says it’s a kind of down payment to spur even more investment from other sources to create a fund that will make affordable loans to developers so they can build middle income housing. OCF’s goal is 10,000 new homes built all around Oregon in the next 10 years. Lisa Mensah is the President and CEO of the Foundation. She joins us to explain how she sees the loan program working and how it fits into their extensive and longstanding granting program for housing and other community needs throughout the state.

The Roundtable Panel: a daily open discussion of issues in the news and beyond. Today's panelists are Organizer with Protect Trans Futures' Harmony Boyd, The Ulster County Comptroller and the former president and CEO of the Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley March Gallagher, a full professor in the History Department at John Jay College of Criminal Justice (CUNY) Allison Kavey, and Former Times Union Associate Editor Mike Spain.

Nicole Taylor, President and CEO of the Silicon Valley Community Foundation, joins Alberto Lidji to explore the evolving landscape of modern philanthropy through the lens of the world's largest community foundation. The conversation examines how donor advised funds (DAFs) are reshaping giving across generations, from ultra high net worth philanthropists to everyday donors seeking meaningful impact. Nicole explains why donor advised funds have become a flexible and increasingly influential vehicle for charitable giving, and how Silicon Valley Community Foundation supports donors in translating intention into action. Nicole also discusses the Foundation's deep local engagement across the Bay Area, including work focused on housing affordability, economic mobility, healthcare workforce development, and small business growth in one of the most unequal regions in the United States. The episode further explores the Foundation's global reach, including how it supports donors pursuing international development and cross border philanthropy through partnerships and philanthropic networks spanning regions such as Africa, including Rwanda. Key themes include: The role of donor advised funds in contemporary philanthropy and why they appeal to donors across wealth levels How philanthropy evolves across generations, from emerging wealth creators to legacy focused giving Silicon Valley Community Foundation's work on housing, healthcare careers, and economic opportunity in California The importance of collaboration, donor circles, and expert networks in advancing more strategic philanthropy Why community foundations remain essential civic institutions in both local and global giving Visit our Knowledge Hub at Lidji.org for information on 350+ case studies and interviews with remarkable leaders in philanthropy, sustainability and social entrepreneurship.