Not every young person who learns about music will become a Maestro, but every young person deserves the huge positives learning about music brings to all phases of their education and lives. This is the principal behing Education Through Music Colorado and you’ll love hearing all about it from Executive Director Mallory Bernstein. This podcast is …

When it comes to mental health advocacy and mental health access, we have come a long way, but still have a long way to go. Fortunately, Mental Health Colorado is creating a movement to improve mental health across entire lifespans and you will enjoy hearing about this important work from President and CEO Vincent Atchity. This podcast is brought t…

The power of storytelling is a lifeforce that can change the world – Dani Hedlund, Founder and CEO of the Brink Literacy Project, learned that through a school of hard knocks and you will be captivated to hear how she’s built an incredible organization using the power of storytelling to open new horizons for marginalized people all over the world T…

A small university classroom in Texas may be an unlikely place to discover a way to impact thousands of people thousands of miles away, but you’ll love hearing the story how the organization Every Shelter started and is now helping refugees around the world from CEO and Co Founder Scott Key. This podcast has been brought to you by JC Charity Servic…

In a massively crowded sea of nonprofits, if you are looking for intel on an organization or if you are an organization trying to be found, Charity Navigator is THE online platform you need to take advantage of. Charity Navigator is one of my most favorite websites ever. You’ll love hearing CEO Micheal Thatcher talk about its evolution and how it f…

In 2023 the US Surgeon General issued a report on the epidemic of loneliness stating 1 out of 2 Americans reported experiencing loneliness. This tells me finding joy and making connections in the workplace are more important than ever. This podcast will provide you help with how to find more joy at work for yourself and your team. I would love to w…

Mentorship is one of the most impactful connections us humans can make, as proven by Daring Girls, a Denver-based organization that impacts tens of thousands of women across many generations in Africa. You’ll love hearing from Executive Director Jessical Love the incredible story of how this organization grew from a simple vision to one that is now…

Aspiring female leaders have to deal with self doubt, overcoming perceptions and taking control of their careers. You’ll hear from fundraiser extraordinaire, speaker and author Jenny Mitchell how she has research pillars that consistently play a role in the leadership journey of women, on this episode of making our world better. This podcast has be…

When a young boy learned to walk and leave his walker behind after a week of intense therapy in the Colorado Mountains, the idea for Adam’s Camp was born. You’ll love this conversation with Founder Karel Horney about how this now four-decade journey Adam’s Camp is on has helped thousands of children with special needs and their families. Thanks for…

Electrical power is one of those invisible things we all take for granted until we experience the chaos of not having it. You’ll hear from Gareth Evans how his company VECKTA is working on a revolution to make power more accessible, efficient dependable and cost friendly for organizaitons all over the world. This podcast was brought to you by JC Ch…

In less than 15 years, the Global Down Syndrome Foundation has become a worldwide leader in research to extend the lives of people living with Down Syndrome. You’ll hear from Michelle Sie Whitten how her and her family decided they wanted to make a difference and have taken an incredible, difficult, change-making journey that shows no signs of stop…

One thing we can all agree about is the world would be much better if people were kinder to each other and to themselves. You'll hear from Master Teacher Alan Questel how he is making it his life's work to help people like themselves more and create a kinder world. This podcast is brought to you by JC Charity Services - running a nonprofit is hard …

Everybody deserves to live where they can flourish and cultivate their gifts. You’ll hear from Susan Mooney, founder of Tall Tales Ranch, about how her and her family came up with not only this vision, but the secret sauce behind how they are making an incredible new community for people with intellectual disabilities a reality. Thanks for listenin…

It’s true that music is a universal language and something that can change the world. You’ll hear from Sandy Taylor how her organization A Child’s Song is unleashing the power of music to provide developmental, healing and social-emotional program that are transforming young lives. This podcast was brought to you by JC Charity Services. Running a n…

If you have walked a mile in the shoes of somebody in a chokehold of addiction who needs help, you’d know exactly what kind of hand up they need. You’ll hear from CEO Paul Scudo how the amazing Step Denver is going toe to toe with the disease of addiction and changing men’s lives through a proven model with lived experience at its core. this podcas…

Receiving a diagnosis of a very rare disease is membership in a club nobody really wants to join but for Mark McIntosh, it is just another hurdle to clear and another opportunity to serve others. You’ll hear how Mark is taking on amaloydosis and using it to build Drive for Five – a campaign to generate 5,000 life-saving kidney donations. Learn more…

Breaking down cultural barriers and stereotypes, especially in our schools, leads to better opportunities for all Americans. You will love hearing how Dr. Rashad Anderson and his teacher training program Call Me MISTER are having this impact teacher by teacher, classroom by classroom and school by school. Thanks to Dr. Anderson for answering his ca…

Did you know that diapers have an economic impact that can affect health, employment and stable housing? One person who knows for sure is Kalynn Webster, Program Manager for Marisol Family, who will share how her team helps thousands of families with millions, yes, millions, of diapers, and more! This podcast has been brought to you by JC Charity S…

Sportswomen of Colorado made history in 1975 as the first organization in the country to honor the achievements of female athletes on a statewide level. You’ll hear from Executive Director Linda Lappe, how this awesome nonprofit continues to elevate and inspire the best of women in sports. This podcast has been brought to you by JC Charity Services…

Tapping and unleashing the power of the Latino business community is the work of CLLARO the Colorado Latino Leadership, Advocacy & Research Organization. You will enjoy hearing how President and CEO Mario Carrera is bringing a lifetime of leadership lessons learned at the highest levels of business to advance this fascinating organization. This pod…

Youth in the foster care system face a difficult road that includes changing environments and foster families. Consider in addition to that the emotional trauma children experience who have to live apart from the siblings they know and love. You’ll hear from Executive Director Stacy Sanders how her organization Elevating Connections helps reconnect…

The stressors confronting someone facing homelessness can be overwhelming, especially when connected to complicated legal issues. You’ll be inspired to hear from Jack Regenbogen and Ellen Lee how the Colorado Poverty Law Project is having an impact on housing justice on many levels with free legal services and more on this episode. This podcast was…

Among the great things about sports is how they can build connections and create opportunities – opportunities beyond the field or court. You’ll hear from Jim Epstein of Write On Sports Denver how his sports journalism program is opening eyes, opening doors and opening possibilities for junior high students to create a bridge to college and big dre…

This conversation originally aired in July of 2022 - we are so proud of Kendall Hagar for recently being named the permanent Executive Director of the Wayfaring Band! As you will hear, Kendall is an inspiring leader who is devoting her life to making the world better for those with intellectual disabilities! To learn more about The Wayfaring Band, …

What may seem like a small act to one person might be practically life-saving for another, which is the magic of A Little Help, an organization that builds connections to help older adults and their families. You’ll hear how this awesome nonprofit creates win-wins across the community from Metro Denver Director Jake Dresden. Thanks for listening an…

Committed, caring and courageous – three C’s that define Denver CASA, an organization whose members steps in to be a voice for the voiceless - children who need an advocate to help navigate difficult family and legal situations. You will hear about the special people that step up to make a huge impact from Denver CASA Executive Director Karen Silve…

Think how much better the world would be if everyone was just a little more intentional about being thoughtful and kind. You’ll hear how Barb Paton is working to make this happen with her vision for August 28 as “National Thoughtful Day” and her Thoughtful Pinch brand. This podcast has been brought to you by JC Charity Services – Running a nonprofi…

Taking care of senior and older adults can be intimidating and overwhelming, but fortunately Agewise Colorado is working to provide a roadmap yo connect individuals and families to helpful resources that can ease the complexites, challenges and stress of aging issues. I’m excited to be back from a summer break and have a conversation with Agewise C…

Colorado Gives Day has transformed philanthropy in Colorado, but the organization behind it, the Colorado Gives Foundation, has an amazing impact the goes well beyond this single event, helping people in all corners of Colorado through investing, giving advising and more as Executive Director Kelly Dunkin explains in this episode Thanks for listeni…

One-hundred and fifty dollars can change the world. Sounds like hyperbole, but you will hear how Elke Maguire, Marissa Messinger and the Friends of Geuoul, an incredible organization headquartered in Denver that enables female students in Senegal, Africa, is changing the trajectory of girls, families and ultimately a country, $150 at a time. This p…

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Never give up, never let go may sound like a simple catchphrase, but for Dr. Leo Alirez, Executive Director of Lifeline Colorado, those words represent the amazing journey of going from a gang-related felony conviction to earning a Ph.D. and making a positive difference to hundreds of people through his counseling work. You’re going to love Dr. Leo…

The darkness of abuse and domestic violence take on even more heinous shades when people with disabilities are targets and objects, but you will hear how Franklin Erickson and his team at The Initiative bring light to this battle with love, compassion, empathy, training and skill. Thanks for listening and thanks to Franklin for providing hope and i…

Creating calm amidst every day chaos and building resiliency to bounce back from the things life throws at us are skills we can learn and develop. You’ll hear from, veteran educational leader and CEO of the excellence team Kami Guarino how the lessons she’s learned from decades of being in schools across the US are helping people in all sectors imp…

Company culture, no matter what kind of business, can make or break an organization. Get ready to learn how you can build a better culture for employees and positively impact your bottom line with cultural strategist Marcia Donziger, a long time nonprofit and corporate veteran who has made it her life’s work to improve workplaces. This podcast was …

Climbing out of a world torn with violence, trauma and stress, then choosing to make it your life’s work to be a positive influence and help others who find themselves in those same tough situations takes a special kind of grit. Be ready to be inspired by the humble Joel Hodge, Co-Founder and Program Director for the Struggle of Love Foundation. Th…

For a student to become a first generation college graduate, it truly takes a village and in many cases, it takes that village looking at the education process through a different lens. Dr. Patrick Byrne, President and CEO of the Challenge Foundation will tell us how his organization serves as a catalyst for making college dreams come true for dedi…

Helping young leaders grow and find their voice is a great way to make a positive impact. You’ll hear how Joe Aldaz, President and CEO of the Colorado Springs Hispanic Chamber of Commerce is paying forward a lifetime of leadership lessons learned in the military and in business through the Adelante Leadership Institute. This podcast has been brough…

High levels of purpose, kindness, collaboration and strong leadership in an organization can generate a certain kind of magic that can elevate an entire community as you will discover through this conversation with Matt VanAuken, President and CEO of Developmental Pathways. This podcast was brought to you by JC Charity Services. If you’d like to le…

The transformation of a raw coffee bean to a magically delicious drink is a perfect metaphor for what happens at Dirt Coffee, an awesome social enterprise in the Denver Metro area. You’ll enjoy this conversation with Executive Director Caterina Hughey about how her and her team are preparing neurodivergent people to enter the workforce and at the s…

Taking on the scary and daunting task of immigrating to a new country in search of a better life is something Papa Dia, founder and President of the African Leadership Group knows first hand, and you will hear how he is using his experience and his belief that we are all capable of helping each other to help thousands to live the American Dream. Th…

In the competitive arena of fundraising, nonprofits are always looking for ways to stand out. Anybody involved with a nonprofit is going to be blown away by and benefit from hearing how Tim Kachuriak and his team at NextAfter are using data, research and even secret shoppers to help organizations reach new fundraising horizons through a higher plan…

What would happen if sophisticated business concepts like long-term growth and scale plans, executive coaching, analytics and data evaluation and financial modeling were applied to a nonprofit? You’ll find out from John Oliver as he explains how Elevate USA is doing all of that and more to impact a rapidly growing number of young people all across …

In a world edging towards more and more division, Carlos Martinez, President and CEO of the Latino Community Foundation of Colorado, and his organization are serving as an inspiring ray of hope - making connections, building capacity and creating more unity to help hundreds of nonprofit organizations serving the Denver Metro area. This podcast has …

After reaching the pinnacle of a military aviation career as an F-16 Fighter Pilot and Lead Soloist for the U.S. Thunderbirds demonstration team, Michelle “MACE” Curran chose to take lessons she learned from achieving her flying dreams, like overcoming fears and self-doubt and allowing herself to be more open, to inspire others in all walks of life…

When somebody’s path leads them to the perfect position where their expertise and experience collide with a mission they are passionate about, magical results create can change and impact an entire community. A textbook example is Elsa Holquín, Executive Director of the Denver Preschool Program. You’ll hear how Elsa’s path culminated in her leading…

After taking a gunshot to the chest and surviving, then later finding himself incarcerated, Dr. Halim Ali made a new decision – that he was not going to waste his life, he was going to use it to elevate others who were navigating some of the dark tunnels he’s been through in his life. This led to founding From the Heart Enterprises, a Denver nonpro…

Every person has a super power. Finding the super power that lies within people with autism and other cognitive special needs so they can become awesome members of the workforce is the super power Bill Morris, CEO of Blue Star Recyclers, has harnessed to create an awesome organization that is producing eye-popping results in the world of electronic…

Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Kailash Satyarthi, who campaigned against child labor, said “No segment in the society can match with the power, idealism, enthusiasm and courage of the young people.” You will hear from Executive Director Lauren Sika, how her innovative organization Youth Roots is bringing this quote to life in the philanthropic sector b…

Finding time, talent and funding to accomplish all the things nonprofit leaders and small business owners are responsible for and striving for and bolster the bottom line is a never-ending battle. Veteran and social entrepreneur Dr. Bradley Caro Cook shares how he is generating a solution to these age-old issues with virtual assistants through his …