Doing Good

WE HIGHLIGHT NEW ORGANIZATIONS EVERY MONTH ON THE FIRST AND THIRD MONDAYS Support Doing Good: ⁠⁠⁠ Donate Here ⁠⁠⁠ For anyone who thinks rescue work is only about pulling dogs from shelters, Kimmi Rasky, Founder of Rescue Revival reveals why prevention and retention are the missing pieces solving animal welfare's burnout crisis. We explore how advocacy campaigns fund everything from disease-prevent...

WE HIGHLIGHT NEW ORGANIZATIONS EVERY MONTH ON THE FIRST AND THIRD MONDAYS Support Doing Good: ⁠⁠⁠ Donate Here ⁠⁠⁠ For anyone who's ever felt their technical skills weren't "professional enough" to make a difference, Paul Wayne Jackson Jr. — Head IT Instructor with Tech 4 All Tennessee — proves that expertise paired with compassion bridges the digital divide in powerful ways. We explore how basic t...

WE HIGHLIGHT NEW ORGANIZATIONS EVERY MONTH ON THE FIRST AND THIRD MONDAYS Support Doing Good: ⁠⁠⁠ Donate Here ⁠⁠⁠ For college students navigating financial aid deadlines, mental health challenges, and feeling overwhelmed by responsibilities, Dakota — Student Ambassador & Persist Nashville Client shares how personalized coaching transformed her university experience. Dakota demonstrates why one...

WE HIGHLIGHT NEW ORGANIZATIONS EVERY MONTH ON THE FIRST AND THIRD MONDAYS Support Doing Good: ⁠⁠⁠ Donate Here ⁠⁠⁠ For anyone wondering how volunteer work can reconnect you to your purpose while transforming students' lives, Laurie Brown, CEO of Intrepid College Prep and Board Chair of Persist Nashville, shares why first-generation college students need more than just admission letters to succeed....

WE HIGHLIGHT NEW ORGANIZATIONS EVERY MONTH ON THE FIRST AND THIRD MONDAYS To Support Doing Good: Donate Here -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- This is the second part of our two-part series highlighting Nashville Rescue Mission. Joy Flores (Vice President of Ministries) and Krystle Knig...

WE HIGHLIGHT NEW ORGANIZATIONS EVERY MONTH ON THE FIRST AND THIRD MONDAYS To Support Doing Good: Donate Here -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- In this episode, author and adventurer Heidi Siefkas joins Megan to discuss the transformative power of volunteering, resilience, and the "Look...

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WE HIGHLIGHT NEW ORGANIZATIONS EVERY MONTH ON THE FIRST AND THIRD MONDAYS To Support Doing Good: https://bit.ly/DoingGoodDonate -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- In this episode, Hugh Nelson of Kingdom Builders joins Megan McInnis to discuss how specialized skills can transform lives th...

WE HIGHLIGHT NEW ORGANIZATIONS EVERY MONTH ON THE FIRST AND THIRD MONDAYS To Support Doing Good: https://bit.ly/DoingGoodDonate Community First: Participatory Justice in Action In this episode, Dr. Rolanda Lister and Shawna Clay join host Megan McInnis to explore how community-led solutions are transforming maternal health, housing, and economic mobility in Nashville’s 37208. Dr. Lister shares how...

WE HIGHLIGHT NEW ORGANIZATIONS EVERY MONTH ON THE FIRST AND THIRD MONDAYS Support Doing Good: ⁠⁠⁠Donate Here⁠⁠⁠ In this episode, Corisa "Pine" Lewis joins Megan McInnis to discuss the power of persistent community service and the innovative work of The 37208 Fund. We explore Pine's remarkable volunteer journey across multiple Nashville organizations, learn about participatory grantmaking and how i...

WE HIGHLIGHT NEW ORGANIZATIONS EVERY MONTH ON THE FIRST AND THIRD MONDAYS Support Doing Good: ⁠⁠⁠Donate Here⁠⁠ ⁠ ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- In this episode, part two of our WNBA Nashville series, Megan is joined by chapter president Ami McConnell and Molly Lyon. We explore how established volunteer organiz...

WE HIGHLIGHT NEW ORGANIZATIONS EVERY MONTH ON THE FIRST AND THIRD MONDAYS Support Doing Good: ⁠⁠Donate Here⁠ ⁠ ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- In this episode, Ami McConnell joins Megan McInnis to discuss the vibrant world of literary volunteerism through the Women's National Book Association Nashville chapter....

WE HIGHLIGHT NEW ORGANIZATIONS EVERY MONTH ON THE FIRST AND THIRD MONDAYS Support Doing Good: ⁠Donate Here ⁠ ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- In this episode, Thomas and Mary from Tennessee Prison Outreach Ministry join Megan McInnis to discuss the transformative power of holistic reentry support and second chan...

In this episode, Kyle Lee joins Megan McInnis to discuss the transformative power of volunteerism in prison outreach. We explore Kyle's personal journey, share impactful stories from his experiences, and offer actionable insights for those interested in making a difference. What You’ll Learn: ✅ The impact of volunteerism on personal growth and community ✅ Strategies for engaging with prison outr...

What does it mean to truly bear someone else’s burden? Karen Chambers knows firsthand. After experiencing a devastating miscarriage 42 years ago, with no support system to turn to, she founded Bearing Others’ Burdens , a nonprofit that delivers care and comfort bags to individuals facing cancer, miscarriage, infant loss, and bereavement. In this moving episode, Karen shares: 🧵 The Power of a Bag:...

In this episode, Megan sits down with John Witherspoon, retired Special Forces veteran and president of Beacon Rescue . From building shelters in Papua New Guinea to leading rapid disaster deployments in Tennessee, John shares his lifelong journey of service—and how his nonprofit is empowering veterans, families, and communities to respond with compassion in moments of crisis. Tune in to hear how...

In this heartfelt episode, we explore with Kelli R. Brooks and Gregory Prioleau from Roberta’s House, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit family grief support center in Baltimore, Maryland, the transformative work of this organization dedicated to helping children, families, and communities heal from loss and trauma. Founded in memory of a beloved matriarch, Roberta’s House provides free, culturally responsive...

Join Megan as she interviews Cylinda Smith again – a volunteer she is revisiting to find out how she is, if she’s still volunteering, and to learn any updates. Fortunately, Cylinda continues to volunteer at Roberta's House, a grief support nonprofit located in Maryland. Her joy of serving people - and walking with them through grief - is palpable. In the interview, Cylinda shares her journey of pa...

Join host Megan McInnis as she turns the spotlight on three incredible volunteers who work behind the scenes to bring the Doing Good podcast to life. In honor of National Volunteer Month, meet Azilee, our podcast producer; Jay, our audio and YouTube expert; and Carrie, our talented copy editor. Each shares their unique path to volunteering with Doing Good, the passion that drives their work, and t...

Join host Emily as she interviews Philip Hyams, a college student who is passionate about volunteering and community service. Philip shares his journey from childhood volunteerism to co-founding a high school service organization and balancing college life with his ongoing dedication to helping others. Discover how service can be both fulfilling and stress-relieving, and hear Philip’s tips for fin...

In this episode of the Doing Good podcast, host Megan McInnis sits down with Steve Bauer, a retired Braille instructor and passionate volunteer at the Braille Institute . With over 15 years of experience teaching Braille and assistive technology, Steve now dedicates his time to helping individuals learn how to use Braille e-readers, ensuring they can fully access literacy resources. From discussin...

In this episode, John Henry Soto shares his inspiring journey from a challenging childhood in New York City to a life of purpose in Nashville. He opens up about experiencing homelessness as a teenager and how it shaped his passion for volunteer work and community engagement. John also discusses his artistic evolution from music to film, emphasizing the importance of creating for joy rather than co...

In this episode of the Doing Good Podcast, host Megan McInnis speaks with Ryan Tagg, a dedicated volunteer at Comfort Zone Camp , a bereavement camp for children who have lost loved ones. Ryan shares his journey from being a Big Buddy to taking on various roles within the organization, including fundraising and training. He discusses the emotional challenges of working with grieving children, the...

In this episode, Erin Harris shares her inspiring journey from a career in education to founding Un/Do Mindset , a nonprofit organization dedicated to mental health education and trauma recovery. Through candid storytelling, Erin discusses her work providing accessible resources rooted in cognitive and dialectical behavioral therapy and serving diverse communities, including incarcerated and trans...

Stephanie Wynn’s family and her barber introduced her to helping others as a child. Learn about Joe and his lifelong impact on her that led to her volunteering with the unhoused in the Tampa Bay area with the Society of St. Vincent de Paul . After her own life-changing scare, he also influenced her founding a nonprofit for those with inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD), such as Crohn’s and ulcerativ...