Episode 16: Season Recap & Lessons

In this episode, we talk with Jenna Hermans. Jenna is Co-founder and COO of Be Courageous a transformation agency, a busy mom of 4, a high-performance coach, and the author of Chaos to Calm: 5 Ways Busy Parents Can Break Free From Overwhelm. Tune in to hear her wisdom on the dynamic power of giving and receiving and how you can make a difference with small steps in helping others (and don’t forget to practice self-care). 

In this episode, we talk to Michelle Valiukenas. Michelle is a dedicated mom, storyteller, and advocate. She is the Co-founder of the Collette Louise Tisdahl Foundation, whose mission it is to improve outcomes of pregnancy, prematurity, and infancy as well as aid in the grieving process through financial assistance, education and advocacy. Tune in to learn about what she says about founding a nonprofit and how creating this foundation was part of her own healing journey after the loss of her daughter Colette.Learn more about her organization, here: https://colettelouise.com/

In this episode, we talk to Glen Carnahan.  Glen is on the board of the Littleton Youth Soccer Club where he has volunteered the past 5 years. Listen in to hear what he has to say about his love of giving and the support he gets from his family in order to give back. 

In this episode, we talk to Natalie Silverstein. Natalie is an author, speaker, award-winning podcast host, nonprofit founder and passionate advocate for family and youth service. Hear Natalie’s thoughts on how you can make a difference in the world and how being kind can cause a ripple effect you don’t even know about. Natalie’s website: https://simpleactsguide.com/

In this episode, we talk with Eric Goodman, President and CEO of MVS, Inc. Eric also serves on the boards of Ronald McDonald House Charities, Junior Achievement, and more. Learn how Eric got started in philanthropy and how he found his purpose.For episode show notes, visit: www.youareaphilanthropist.com/podcast

In this episode, we talk to Holly Morrell, the Founder and CEO of Heartfelt. Heartfelt provides cardiac screening in order to save lives from preventable tragedies due to Sudden Cardiac Death. Learn how Holly got started, who inspired her to do this important work, and what her vision is for making the world a better place. For more information on Heartfelt and to contact Holly, go to www.heartfeltscreening.org. For additional show notes, go too www.youareaphilanthropist.com/podcast

In this episode we talk to Leoma Gilley. Leoma is a retired Wycliff Bible Translator. Tune in to hear more about what she has to say about her work translating the Bible in Sudan, where she lived for 20 years. 

In this episode, I’m sharing a podcast interview I had on the Lead With Heart podcast. The host, Haley Cooper, is a Certified Fundraising Executive, Certified Stress Management Coach, and EmC Trainer. We talk about my book, work-life balance, health and wellness, and the reason why people give back.How to find Haley: Instagram: @thesavvyfundraiser LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/haley-cooper-cfreWebsite: https://thesavvyfundraiser.com/

In this episode, we talk with Dr. Vinnie Cappetta. Vinnie is a Counselor in Residence at Crossroads Community Church and at Check Your Compass counseling ministry. Listen in to hear how he gives back to his church, as a counselor, and as the leader of Positive Intelligence coaching groups.For full episode show notes and resources go to: www.youareaphilanthropist.com/podcast

In this episode, we talk with Richard Ward. Richard is a Certified Financial Planner and philanthropist. Listen in to hear how he has learned through speaking with his clients about how finding a richer life is so much more rewarding than growing your net worth.