Philanthropy Speaks
14 episodes - English - Latest episode: 26 days ago - ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsA 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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Sisters in Service: Flint Area (MI) Chapter of The Links, Inc. Philanthropic Impact
April 04, 2024 15:00 - 26 minutes - 18.5 MBDescription: In this episode of Philanthropy Speaks, join us as we delve into the inspiring stories and impactful initiatives of the women from the Flint Area Chapter of The Links, Incorporated. This episode's host Lottie Ferguson, Vice President of Development and Donor Services has a meaningful conversation with her Links sisters Lennetta Coney and Wanda Harden. Discover their motivations, challenges, and successes in giving back to the community through their partnership with the Communit...
YOLO Breastfeeding: Latching on to Change
August 25, 2023 15:00 - 22 minutes - 15.7 MBAs 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. Fi...
Philanthropy Speaks presents: Centering Gender Equity
June 27, 2023 16:00 - 17 minutes - 12.1 MBEmpowering 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 inf...
National Day of Racial Healing - Where is the healing in Flint?
January 28, 2022 17:00 - 1 hour - 44.3 MBSupport the show
Bill Piper Story: Impact for Good
May 31, 2021 15:00 - 59 minutes - 40.9 MBWe 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. Support the show
Pride Fund: Equity Issues in Public Policy
May 03, 2021 17:00 - 59 minutes - 41.2 MBIn this episode Sue Peters sits down with the following guests to discuss the work that's being done in Flint, Genesee County, and the State of Michigan to address equity issues in the LGBTQAI+ community. Dale Weighill, Associate Vice President, Institutional Advancement, Mott Community College and Co-Founder, CFGF Pride Fund Mikaylah Heffernan, Legislative Director, State Rep. John Cherry and executive board member for SALUS CENTER, Lansing’s only LGBTQAI+ community center Samara L. H...
National Day of Racial Healing 2021
February 08, 2021 19:00 - 1 hour - 48 MBIn 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) Support the show
Flint Kids Fund 5 Year Anniversary
January 18, 2021 18:00 - 48 minutes - 33.3 MBWe are joined by Dr. Mona Hanna-Attisha, founder of the Flint Kids Fund, to celebrate 5 years of helping Flint's youth population. We discuss the great work the Flint Kids Fund has done and continues to do in the Flint community. Visit flintkids.org to make your lasting impact. Support the show
Celebrating Black Philanthropy Month
September 15, 2020 20:00 - 1 hour - 47.8 MBWe celebrated Black Philanthropy Month in August with a new podcast featuring local philanthropists Wanda Harden, George Wilkinson, Adrian Walker, DeAndra Larkin and Shannon Polk.Tune in and listen to a great conversation with Isaiah Oliver, President and CEO. Support the show
Episode 3: Dr. Mona Hanna-Attisha
November 05, 2019 13:00 - 23 minutes - 16.3 MBIn this episode, we speak with Dr. Mona Hanna-Attisha on her recent book and programs focused on the children of Flint affected by the Flint Water Crisis. Dr. Hanna-Attisha shares about programs such as the Flint Registry which is in place to identify individuals exposed to the Flint Water Crisis. This program is designed to help keep Flint residents healthy by connecting them to different resources in the community. She also explains the biggest concern she has for Flint kids is the abilit...
Episode 2: Brandon Carr and the Carr Cares Foundation
June 20, 2019 17:00 - 23 minutes - 16 MBIsaiah Oliver, President and CEO of the Community Foundation of Greater Flint, leads an organization focused on engaging people in philanthropy in Flint and Genesee County, Michigan. In this episode he speaks with Brandon Carr of the Baltimore Ravens and Troy Forte, Executive Director of the Carr Cares Foundation. A graduate of Carman-Ainsworth High School and a product of Flint, MI, Brandon Carr always knew he wanted to give back. Together with Troy, they share their passion and commitme...
Dr. Gail Christopher, Truth, Racial Healing & Transformation
February 15, 2019 05:00 - 27 minutes - 12.8 MBIsaiah Oliver, President and CEO of the Community Foundation of Greater Flint, leads an organization focused on engaging people in philanthropy in Flint and Genesee County, Michigan. In this podcast he speaks with Dr. Gale Christopher, racial healer, holistic doctor, and architect of the Truth, Racial Healing & Transformation (TRHT) initiative taking place in Flint and 13 other communities across the United States. TRHT is a comprehensive, national and community-based process launched by the...