Philanthropy Speaks
Community Foundation of Greater Flint
A podcast by the Community Foundation of Greater Flint, Philanthropy Speaks brings you candid conversations with leaders from the nonprofit sector and inspiring individuals who are making an impact in Flint and Genesee County, Michigan. Tune in as we explore the stories and initiatives driving positive change in our community.
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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best Philanthropy Speaks episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to Philanthropy Speaks for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite Philanthropy Speaks episode by adding your comments to the episode page.
Black Philanthropy Month with Carma Lewis
Philanthropy Speaks
08/27/24 • 19 min
In this episode of Philanthropy Speaks, Lynn Williams, Director of Equity & Community Engagement of the Community Foundation of Greater Flint, sits down with Flint neighborhood advocate Carma Lewis to celebrate Black Philanthropy Month. Carma is a CFGF Board Member, Office Manager for US Representative Dan Kildee, and President of Flint Neighborhoods United. Tune in to discover Lynn and Carma's philanthropic journeys, passion towards Flint and Genesee County, and what inspires them to give back.
Learn more about the work of the Community Foundation of Greater Flint at cfgf.org. Learn more about Flint Neighborhoods United at flintneighborhoodsunited.org.
Groundbreaking Housing for Veterans with Catholic Charities
Philanthropy Speaks
11/20/24 • 25 min
In this episode of Philanthropy Speaks, we're highlighting the Sacred Heart Veteran Village—a transitional housing program designed specifically for local veterans. Host Damon Ross, Program Officer at the Community Foundation of Greater Flint, is joined by Katie Baxter and Tom Haeussler from Catholic Charities of Shiawassee & Genesee Counties.
Tune in to discover how this innovative project will create a community of 24 to 26 small homes, complemented by a Community Veteran Resource Center in Flint, along with other programs provided by Catholic Charities.
Learn more about Catholic Charities at catholiccharitiesflint.org, and visit cfgf.org to see how the Community Foundation of Greater Flint is influencing and connecting generosity to Genesee County needs. For good. For ever. For everyone.
National Day of Racial Healing 2021
Philanthropy Speaks
02/08/21 • 69 min
In this episode, we discuss 10 months of accomplishments made by the CFGF Racial Inequities Task Force. We are joined by the following members of the task force:
- City of Flint – Mayor Sheldon Neeley who presents the proclamation for National Day of Racial Healing
- George Wilkinson and Tim Herman (Business and Banking)
- Chris Burtley (Philanthropy)
- Pastor Monica Villareal, Pastor Daniel Moore (Faith)
- Adrian Walker (Government)
- Kirk Smith and Clarence Pierce (Health)
Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month with Asa Ascencio Zuccaro
Philanthropy Speaks
10/25/24 • 35 min
In this special episode of Philanthropy Speaks, we’re highlighting Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month. Host Chakara Wheeler, Program Officer at the Community Foundation of Greater Flint, is joined by Asa Ascencio Zuccaro. Asa is the Executive Director of Latinx Technology & Community Center, a non-profit organization focused on enhancing the dignity and quality of life for the Flint & Genesee County Latinx community and other cultures.
Tune in to discover how this community-driven organization strengthens cultural pride, provides resources, and offers volunteer and engagement opportunities. Join us as we learn about the importance of supporting Hispanic and Latinx heritage in our community, and how we can all play a part in celebrating these vibrant cultures.
Learn more about Latinx Technology & Community Center at latinxflint.org, and visit cfgf.org to see how the Community Foundation of Greater Flint is influencing and connecting generosity to Genesee County needs. For good. For ever. For everyone.
YOLO Breastfeeding: Latching on to Change
Philanthropy Speaks
08/25/23 • 22 min
As August marks National Breastfeeding Month, we dive into an important topic that is often overlooked but deeply impactful – breastfeeding and its connection to racial and ethnic disparities within Flint and Genesee County. Join Lydia Starrs, Senior Program Officer, and Chakara Wheeler, Program Officer, as they have a conversation with Shonte Terhune Smith, the driving force behind YOLO Breastfeeding, a transformative organization dedicated to empowering birth and breastfeeding families. Find more information about YOLO Breastfeeding and the great work that Shonte is leading at https://yolobreastfeeding.org/.
Philanthropy Speaks presents: Centering Gender Equity
Philanthropy Speaks
06/27/23 • 17 min
Empowering Youth: Exploring the Work of Michigan Organization on Adolescent Sexual Health (MOASH)
On this episode of Philanthropy Speaks, we have the privilege of shining a spotlight on the Michigan Organization on Adolescent Sexual Health (MOASH). Vice President, Sue Peters has a conversation with Natasha Thomas, Program Coordinator at MOASH about the work of the organization and how they support LGBTQ+ youth. MOASH’s mission is to mobilize youth voices, engage community partners, and inform decision-makers to advance sexual health, identities, and rights. To learn more about the work of MOASH, visit www.moash.org.
Bill Piper Story: Impact for Good
Philanthropy Speaks
05/31/21 • 59 min
We are joined in this episode by Bill Piper and Kathi Horton to discuss the importance of philanthropy to drive change in the community. We also talk about the rewarding feeling of seeing the meaningful change that support nurtures over time.
National Day of Racial Healing - Where is the healing in Flint?
Philanthropy Speaks
01/28/22 • 64 min
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FAQ
How many episodes does Philanthropy Speaks have?
Philanthropy Speaks currently has 21 episodes available.
What topics does Philanthropy Speaks cover?
The podcast is about Society & Culture, Community, Podcasts, Education, Michigan and Philanthropy.
What is the most popular episode on Philanthropy Speaks?
The episode title 'YOLO Breastfeeding: Latching on to Change' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Philanthropy Speaks?
The average episode length on Philanthropy Speaks is 39 minutes.
How often are episodes of Philanthropy Speaks released?
Episodes of Philanthropy Speaks are typically released every 58 days, 23 hours.
When was the first episode of Philanthropy Speaks?
The first episode of Philanthropy Speaks was released on Feb 15, 2019.
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