Episode 95: An Interview with Cathy Bissell, Founder of Bissell Pet Foundation

Join Lori as she sits down with Rafia Qureshi, Managing Director of Strategic Initiatives at LEBEC, a nonprofit organization that’s redefining how we fund change. Rafia shares powerful insights that will resonate with changemakers, nonprofit leaders, and anyone curious about using money more intentionally for greater impact.   Get ready to be inspired by real-world examples of how LEBEC is driving meaningful, lasting change — and why reimagining philanthropy might be the key to unlocking a better future!   Here are the things to expect in this episode: Rafia’s journey that led her to join the organization What motivates Rafia to drive meaningful impact through innovative finance and philanthropy How LEBEC brings capital to high-impact projects and initiatives The importance of passing on the values of intentional giving and impact to the next generation And much more! Rafia’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rafia-qureshi-7331b92/ LEBEC’s Website: https://lebec.co/ LEBEC’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lebec-co/   Connect with Lori Kranczer! Website: https://linkphilanthropic.com Email: [email protected] 

Join Lori in this inspiring conversation with Tulaine Montgomery, CEO of New Profit, as they dive into the power of strategic partnerships that drive lasting impact. New Profit goes beyond funding, offering guidance, support, and collaboration to turn bold visions into sustainable realities. If you're passionate about making a difference, this episode shares how to build meaningful, long-term change!   Here are the things to expect in this episode: How New Profit collaborates with philanthropists, donors, and leaders.  Unforgettable examples of lasting change sparked by bold partnerships. Why giving nonprofits unrestricted capital leads to greater results. The powerful role parents play in shaping a child's future to serve others. And much more! New Profit’s Website: https://newprofit.org/ Tulaine’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tulaine_montgomery/ Tulaine’s X: https://x.com/TulaineM Tulaine’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tulainemontgomery/ Tulaine’s Podcast: https://tulainemontgomery.com/say-more   Connect with Lori Kranczer! Website: https://linkphilanthropic.com Email: [email protected]   

Join Lori in a conversation with Isabelle Grosmaitre, Founder and CEO of Goodness & Co., as they explore how businesses can show their contribution and impact on society. Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out, this episode will leave you rethinking the role of business in creating a better world!   Here are the things to expect in this episode: The concept of "business as a force for good." Three fundamental elements for creating a meaningful business impact. How Goodness & Co helps organizations reinvent themselves for better futures. Brands and companies showcasing positive change and impact. And much more! Goodness & Co Website: https://goodnessandco.one/ Isabelle’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/isabelle-grosmaitre-changemaker/?locale=en_US   Check out Isabelle’s book, Business as a Force for Good: How courageous leaders shift purpose into practice, on Amazon! https://www.amazon.com/Business-Force-Good-courageous-practice/dp/2959606906   Connect with Lori Kranczer! Website: https://linkphilanthropic.com Email: [email protected]   

Join Lori in a conversation with Jessie Freschl, CEO of Freschstyle and Founder of Repurpose Wardrobe, as they explore how luxury fashion can be a catalyst for meaningful change and sustainability. This is just one powerful example of how creativity and purpose can come together to make a lasting impact!   Here are the things to expect in this episode: Jessie’s journey from a fashion background to founding Repurpose Wardrobe. The inspiration behind Jessie’s decision to create a nonprofit centered around luxury clothing. How fashion can build relationships, foster learning, and develop skills. How Jessie’s Renew Program supports and empowers students. And much more! Jessie’s Website: https://www.jessiefreschl.com/ Jessie’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessie-freschl-763a5814/ Jessie’s Substack: https://www.jessiefreschl.com/substack Jessie’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/freschstyle/ Repurpose Wardrobe Website: https://shoprepurpose.org/ Repurpose Wardrobe Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shoprepurpose/ RENEW Program Website: https://shoprepurpose.org/pages/the-curriculum?_ab=0&key=1713198248405   Connect with Lori Kranczer! Website: https://linkphilanthropic.com Email: [email protected]   

Join Lori as she speaks with Gloria Feldt, Co-Founder and President of Take the Lead, an organization dedicated to advancing women's leadership. Gloria empowers women to embrace their power confidently, joyfully, and with bold intentions, inspiring them to lead with purpose and make a meaningful impact!   Here are the things to expect in this episode: Gloria's journey in founding the organization Take the Lead. The concept of reframing power and how it can empower women to embrace leadership roles. Gloria's vision for women's pay, power, and leadership equality. The success stories of women who have gone through Take the Lead's programs. And much more! Gloria’s Website: https://gloriafeldt.com/ Gloria’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gloriafeldt/ Gloria’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GloriaFeldt.PublicFigure Gloria’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gloriafeldt/ Take The Lead’s Website: https://www.taketheleadwomen.com/ Take The Lead’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TakeTheLeadWomen Take The Lead’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/takeleadwomen/   Connect with Lori Kranczer! Website: https://linkphilanthropic.com Email: [email protected]   

Join Lori as she chats with Dana Dornsife, Founder of the Lazarex Cancer Foundation, about her inspiring journey in philanthropy and healthcare advocacy. After witnessing the challenges of accessing clinical trials and patients' financial burdens, Dana established a nationwide foundation dedicated to making a difference. Her work has had a profound impact not only on cancer patients but also on their families!   Here are the things to expect in this episode: Dana's personal experience that led her to create the Lazarex Cancer Foundation. How the foundation has grown since it started. What inspired Dana to give back, and how her work impacted her children? The foundation's current challenges and its future vision. And much more! Dana’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dana-dornsife-83a7b56/ Dana’s Email: [email protected] Lazarex Website: https://lazarex.org/ Lazarex Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LazarexCancerFoundation Lazarex Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lazarexcf/ Lazarex LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lazarex-cancer-foundation/   Connect with Lori Kranczer! Website: https://linkphilanthropic.com Email: [email protected]   

Join Lori for an inspiring chat with Kate Kennedy, a writer and nonprofit consultant who founded a school in Atlanta for children without housing in 2018. With no prior experience, Kate's determination turned her vision into a reality, changing countless children's and their families' lives. This episode is a testament to the power of perseverance and the difference one person can make!   Here are the things to expect in this episode: Kate's journey from being a stay-at-home mom to establishing a tuition-free private school.  The foundation of the school and initial challenges. The importance of conducting community research and stakeholder interviews before starting a nonprofit initiative. Implementing a family philanthropy tradition to teach children about responsible giving. And much more! Kate’s Website: https://www.katekennedywrites.com/ Kate’s Book, Once Upon a School: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/once-upon-a-school-kate-kennedy/1145807910 Boyce L. Ansley School: https://theansleyschool.org/   Connect with Lori Kranczer! Website: https://linkphilanthropic.com Email: [email protected]   

Join Lori for an inspiring conversation with Dianne Bailey, National Philanthropic Executive at Bank of America, as they explore the transformative power of philanthropy and the importance of generational giving. Her experiences offer a fresh perspective on the role of generosity in shaping a better future! Stay tuned!   Here are the things to expect in this episode: How did Dianne’s parents inspire her philanthropic journey? The impact of unrestricted grants. How the rising generation (millennials and Gen Z) approaches philanthropy differently. The importance of endowments, volunteer engagement, and strategies for inspiring future generations in philanthropy. And much more! Dianne's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diannechippsbailey/ Dianne's Twitter: https://x.com/dianne_c_bailey Bank of America Philanthropic Strategy: https://about.bankofamerica.com/en/making-an-impact/charitable-foundation-funding Bank of America Study of Wealthy Americans: https://www.privatebank.bankofamerica.com/articles/generational-divide-wealth-study.html Bank of America Article–Five Stages of Charitable Giving: https://www.privatebank.bankofamerica.com/articles/stages-of-family-philanthropy.html   Connect with Lori Kranczer! Website: https://linkphilanthropic.com Email: [email protected]   

Join Lori for an inspiring conversation with Alex Amouyel, President and CEO of Newman's Own Foundation, as they explore how the foundation is dedicated to nourishing and uplifting the lives of children facing adversity. Alex delves into the profound impact of philanthropy and emphasizes the significance of starting small to create meaningful change!   Here are the things to expect in this episode: Alex's professional journey before joining Newman's Own Foundation. The Newman's Own Foundation's mission and focus areas. Alex's advice to those who want to transition from the corporate to the nonprofit sector. Resources for the philanthropic journey. And much more! Alex’s Website: https://www.yourimpactlife.com/ Alex’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexandra-amouyel-6a8a1a10/ Newman’s Own Foundation: https://newmansown.org/   Alex’s Book, The Answer is You: A Guidebook to Creating a Life Full of Impact: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-answer-is-you-alex-amouyel/1140772974?ean=9781642507218   The Blue Sweater by Jacqueline Novogratz: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/594025/the-blue-sweater-by-jacqueline-novogratz/   Decolonizing Wealth by Edgar Villanueva: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/588996/decolonizing-wealth-second-edition-by-edgar-villanueva/   Seek: How Curiosity Can Transform Your Life and Change the World by Scott Shigeoka: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/seek-scott-shigeoka/1143160891?ean=9781538740811.   Connect with Lori Kranczer! Website: https://linkphilanthropic.com Email: [email protected]   

Join Lori as she speaks with Cathy Bissell, Founder of the Bissell Pet Foundation, to discuss the foundation's unwavering commitment to supporting animal shelters and rescues throughout the United States. Cathy shares how the foundation raises awareness about the challenges shelter animals face and strives to give these animals a second chance at finding a loving home!   Here are the things to expect in this episode: Cathy's personal journey that changed her life and inspired her to advocate for shelter animals. What are the challenges animal shelters face, and how can people support and help? The main initiatives of the Bissel Pet Foundation. How can parents instill philanthropic values in their children from a young age? And much more! Bissell Pet Foundation Website: https://www.bissellpetfoundation.org/# Bissell Pet Foundation Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bissellpets/ Bissell Pet Foundation Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bissellpets Cathy’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cathy_bissell/ Cathy’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/Cathy-Bissell-100044530445611/   Connect with Lori Kranczer! Website: https://linkphilanthropic.com Email: [email protected]