Send us a text How can your nonprofit embrace design thinking and experimentation to maximize your impact? Leah Kral, shares insights from her book, "Innovation for Social Change: How Wildly Successful Nonprofits Inspire and Deliver Results". She shares how she turned 20 years worth of PowerPoints from workshops and convert them into book form. She…

Send us a text What if you could support local coffee shops and be sustainable with your coffee habit at the same time? Aleksandra Brankov shares the story of Cafilia - a sustainable local coffee club that's transforming the coffee scene in Cleveland and soon launching in Columbus, Ohio. Cafilia's unique subscription model allows coffee lovers to c…

Send us a text Fikret Zendeli shares the vision of Social Friday - an innovative global CSR initiative aimed at transforming unproductive Friday afternoons into opportunities for community service and team building. Fikret shares his journey repurposing Friday afternoons at his company into a movement that bridges the gap between businesses and the…

Send us a text Tara Barauskas shares the work at Community Corp of Santa Monica, and their transformative approach to creating affordable housing and fostering community resilience. She takes us on a journey of how their initiatives not only provide homes but also build sustainable and inclusive communities, illustrating the profound social impact …

Send us a text Emily Kane Miller shares the journey of the Saas platform, Ethos Tracking, highlighting their mission to transform social impact through data-driven insights. This podcast shares how Ethos Tracking is redefining philanthropy and corporate social responsibility by providing actionable metrics to measure, manage, and magnify the real-w…

Send us a text Pocholo Espina, founder of SIP PH, shares his transformative journey from a diver witnessing the impacts of plastic pollution to becoming a sustainability pioneer. He delves into the challenges and triumphs of introducing eco-friendly alternatives like metal straws in the Philippines and building a product based company aiming to ins…

Send us a text The inspiring journey of Emmanuel Trinity Nsaabanye, founder of era92 Creative, highlighting how his enterprise is combatting youth unemployment in Africa through creativity and technology. It explores era92's innovative approach to empowering young people with skills in design and digital technology, transforming their lives and com…

Send us a text Lachandra B. Baker, founder of LBB Edutainment, delves into the transformative power of empathy and inclusion in the realm of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). Sharing her personal journey and professional insights, Lachandra illustrates how empathy can break down barriers and foster authentic, inclusive environments. Read the …

Send us a text Neil Mehta, CEO of Givey, discusses how the platform is revolutionizing charitable giving by supporting small charities through digital innovation. He shares his journey from the tech industry to social entrepreneurship, and how Givey makes giving a seamless part of daily life, empowering local communities and driving grassroots chan…

Send us a text Aaron Westbrook, founder of Form5 Prosthetics, shares his journey from a teenager with a limb difference to an innovator revolutionizing the prosthetic industry. Aaron shares the journey and evolution of Form5, showcasing how 3D printing technology and community collaboration are creating bespoke, functional prosthetics - but most im…

Send us a text Levis Nderitu shares the importance of ethical storytelling, shedding light on the newly launched "Ethical Storytelling Toolkit." This resource, rooted in community voices and values, seeks to promote dignified, honest narratives while also touching upon Levis's work in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at PATH. It's a journey into re…

Send us a text Dive into Tahlayah's unique journey of using street fashion as a vehicle for mental health advocacy through her brand Carry A Mood. Through workshops and community engagement, the brand aims to shatter stigmas and empower individuals to express themselves. Listen as Tahlayah discusses the transformative power of fashion, the importan…

Send us a text Sheri Chaney Jones, the founder of SureImpact and Measurement Resources, offers her unique insights into measuring social impact. She emphasizes the importance of impact measurement for social enterprises, explaining its role in justifying investments and distinguishing organizations from competitors. Sheri introduces listeners to th…

Send us a text Sean Mayberry, the founder and CEO of StrongMinds, shares about the challenges of providing mental health services in Africa and how StrongMinds has managed to overcome them. The organization's mission is to democratize mental health by making it simple and accessible to everyone who needs it. StrongMinds uses a unique approach to co…

Send us a text Nicole discusses her entrepreneurial journey, detailing how the Upcycle Part Shop has evolved into a beacon of sustainability, collaboration, and creative resourcefulness. A key aspect of the organization's success has been building strong relationships within the local community, fostering a sense of mutual trust and support. The co…

Send us a text Dive into the remarkable work of the Muravah Foundation and its founder, Bob. Dedicated to eradicating poverty in rural regions of the Philippines, Bob takes us on his journey from sponsoring a child in Manila to realizing the need for a comprehensive approach. Through their holistic strategy encompassing education, healthcare, and j…

Send us a text Jump into a riveting chat with the vibrant Annie Tran, a social entrepreneurship consultant all the way from Vietnam! We journey across the world, uncovering the unique landscape of social entrepreneurship in Vietnam and Columbus, Ohio. Discover how legal recognition shapes these enterprises and get inspired by the heart-led entrepre…

Send us a text Franklinton Cycle Works, founded by Jonathan Youngman, is a non-profit organization in Columbus, Ohio, dedicated to providing affordable transportation and promoting transportation equity. They offer a bike co-op, educational programs, and workshops to teach bike maintenance and repair, while also connecting with the community throug…

Send us a text Kristen Brown speaks of her social venture, Rela, aimed at revolutionizing the way people connect with art. Rela offers a subscription service for both commercial and residential spaces, making it easy for anyone to engage with local art and support artists. Kristen shares her entrepreneurial journey, the challenges she overcame, and…

Send us a text Fiber52 is a new and sustainable way to bleach and dye cotton, replacing heavy chemicals with a bioprocess, saving water, time, and energy. Graham Stewart, the founder, talks about the environmental issues in traditional textile production and the benefits of Fiber52. Read the full transcript and show notes Visit People Helping Peopl…

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This is a re-release of Givey Connect+ Fiza Surhiyo speaks to the Safer Waves charity. Safer waves provides support to merchant seafarers who have experienced sexual assault, sexual harassment or gender discrimination on board. Click to donate. Follow us on social media Instagram, Twitter and Facebook…

Send us a text Koko is a refillery and a sustainable living shop based in Columbus, Ohio. Aidra Hall founded the shop because she wanted to make an individual's journey into sustainability easy and accessible. (And beautiful!) Read the full transcript and show notes Visit People Helping People Visit Koko The Shop…

Ruby Illing speaks to Paul Stepczak, who works for Cwmpas the UK’s largest co-operative development agency, providing business support for social businesses and co-operatives. We’ll be discussing the current project Paul is working on Newid which focuses on helping third-sector organisations in Wales to embrace digital technologies and explore new …

On this re-release of Givey Connect+. Fiza Surhiyo speaks to the Red Kite Rape & Sexual Abuse Support charity. Their vision is to provide comprehensive services to survivors of historic or recent rape or sexual abuse or violence to enable them to recover and thrive once more in their communities. Click to donate. Follow us on social media Instagram…

This is a re-release episode of Givey Connect+. (Ruby's first ever episode) We speak to Marianne Green, CEO of Footsteps Counselling & Care. Footsteps Counselling and Care offers counselling and care to anyone affected traumas relating to pregnancy issues and loss by providing a number of services such as one to one or couples counselling and local…

17 years ago, Nick was in a coma due to encephalitis and when he woke up, he had no memory of who he was or how to do simple tasks such as making a cup of tea. The only way he recovered was by building a tool kit for getting through and changing his perspective when the old ones were blocking his path. So here is Nick's story and how he built his t…

On this re-release episode of Givey Connect+ Fiza Surhiyo speaks to the Will Golding from the Bridgend Farmhouse charity. They are a community owned and run centre for learning, eating and exercise. Will is talks about their volunteer training programme in sustainable construction which is building a community owned Eco-Bothy in the old barn at Bri…

On this re-release episode of Givey Connect+ Fiza Surhiyo speaks to Debi from OLLIE (one life lost is enough), a nonprofit organisation that provides training in suicide awareness, intervention, and prevention by empowering professionals and young people to organise suicide prevention initiatives in their local communities. Click here to donate Fol…

Send us a text Dominique Hadad started Green Scope Consulting, after winning the President's Prize at OSU, to fulfill her dream of making Columbus a city that has no collective footprint. She shares her story, her love for the environment, and her insight into how businesses can fulfill their sustainability goals. Read the full transcript and show …

Sonically visit the Whitehawk Foodbank and listen to the powerful and utterly thoughtful voices of volunteers working to help people become self-sufficient and break the cycle of dependence on foodbanks. Click to donate. Follow us on social media Instagram, Twitter and FacebookBy Givey

Send us a text Alina Boyte shares her experience from developing social enterprises at the Changemaker Institute, and insight into intellectual property law for social entrepreneurs. Read the full transcript and show notes Visit People Helping People Visit the Changemaker InstitueBy Adam Morris

This is a re-release episode of Givey Connect+ with Fiza Surhiyo. Fiza speaks with Jane Wingman and Kevin Helton about the Hello Beautiful Foundation, a cancer prevention organisation. Hello Beautiful employs holistic practices; at their headquarters in London's Bloomsbury, they offer exhibits, talks, classes, and other awareness campaigns to draw …

What would you do if you lived in a transport desert? Well, in this episode of The Givey Community you'll be able to hear about how a local community is trying to tackle that exact problem. Listen to the volunteers and passengers from The Killin and District Volunteer Car Scheme, based in the Scottish Highlands. KDVCS drives the residents of Killin…

This is a re-release episode of Givey Connect+ with Fiza Surhiyo. Fiza speaks with the Hopscotch Women's Center's chief executive, Benaifer Bhandari. Hopscotch Women's Center is a nonprofit organisation that offers a range of services for women, including assistance with obtaining welfare and other benefits, job and skill training, support groups, …

Ruby Illing speaks with Om Prakash, a civil engineer from WaterHarvest. WaterHarvest is a UK based charity that works with rural communities in India to assist them in building structures to collect and store rainwater, providing them with access to clean water year-round. Om discusses his fieldwork with the villagers and the profound effects that …

This is a Givey Connect+ episode re-release as WaterHavest has some news! Fiza Surhiyo speaks with Neil Mehta the chair of WaterHavest, a UK nonprofit organisation working with rural communities in India to support them in building structures that catch and store rainwater, giving them clean drinking water at home all year round. Fiza Surhiyo speak…

Laura Brown talks to Ruby Illing about her My Emotions Activity Book, a passion project she began during lockdown. She produced an activity book using her beautiful animal watercolour illustrations in order to encourage her nephew to communicate and express himself. Learn about the development of her project since then and the effects it has had on…

Sonically visit The Buddy Bag Foundation who supply children that require emergency care with a buddy bag containing essential items to help restore a sense of comfort and love. Click here to donate. Follow us on social media Instagram, Twitter and FacebookBy Givey

Send us a text Alexander Clemeston shares his experience launching his social enterprise, Together We Compost, a community-focused compost collection service. Launching in 2021, he built this service to make it easy for people to start composting while engaging marginalized communities and building a fair wage company. Read the full transcript and …

Send us a text Donna Sikyta, founder of The Sustainery, discusses a solution for diverting material waste from landfills and incinerators. The Sustainery is a B2B marketplace offering solutions that support a circular economy by connecting fashion designers with sustainable and unused materials. Environmentally conscious designers can rely on the S…

Send us a text An introduction to season two of People Helping People, as we journey into sustainable innovation and a deep dive into sustainable product design. In this episode, we explore a broad overview of what this means, and some of the avenues that we’re going to explore in season two. Read the full transcript and show notes Visit People Hel…

Send us a text David White IV is the Mill Run Campus Pastor for UALC and founded the O2 Conference to give middle school and high school students a platform to share their ideas to create social impact in Columbus, along with the funding and support they need to realize their ideas. Their conference for 2022 is coming up, and for me personally, it'…

Send us a text Karl Sona is the founder of the Kas Company, which connects black-owned businesses to corporate brands, and hosts the Dear BLK CEO podcast. He is a strong advocate of representation that provides a way for people to see themselves in various roles, particularly minorities. Through working together, companies can create a new atmosphe…

Send us a text Katherine Ann Byam brings people to think about sustainability, the after-effects connected to small choices, and reimagining capitalism. Katherine is the founder and CEO of Dieple, a data-driven consultancy firm that helps companies with their triple bottom line to thrive with purposeful, sustainable work. The initiative values crea…

Send us a text Rachel Whitworth leads the House of Eden Studio, a marketing and consulting agency supporting non-profits and social impact businesses. She speaks about measuring, communicating, and showcasing impact cultivated through the good business of social entrepreneurship. Rachel is also a catalyst behind Hello Good World, a way for social e…

Send us a text Dr. Lynda Ulrich of Ever Widening Circles share insight into this emerging gratitude economy and how we can transform our world with how we direct our attention. Dr. Lynda gives her observation on how we're scanning the world at all times now for who can help us survive and thrive. That search and leaning into goodness combined to sp…

Send us a text Amanda Greenwood of Petals that Inspire reveals how combining passion and purpose sets the foundation for a thriving social enterprise. She discusses working with youth, building a business with passion and purpose, and staying connected to the community through her love of flower arrangement. Amanda shares how Petals that Inspire br…

Send us a text Kiss Nuka speaks about artistry and activism, sharing her insight into creativity, empowering people, and connecting work to social impact. Kiss Nuka tells her personal story of finding her passion towards social impact concerns, along with her realization of the importance of having a community. People sometimes have some skill, tal…

Send us a text David Aspinall, CEO of Auticon US shares how companies can thrive hiring employees on the spectrum who excel in technology. Auticon is a technology company focused on creating jobs for people with autism by tapping into their natural skills and abilities. As the company developed, they found a great model for those on the spectrum to…