Beyond Giving

What happens when you shift the focus of financial literacy from "what you shouldn't do" to rewarding the right habits? In this episode of Beyond Giving , host Zac sits down with Stephen , the founder of the Finally Foundation, a San Antonio-based nonprofit taking financial education to an entirely new level. Stephen shares his unique professional journey, spanning consulting at Acc...

Edmund, Executive Director of City Problem Solvers, joins the show to discuss his mission to pull San Antonio out of the "top 10 dirtiest cities" list. Through K-12 education, monthly district cleanups, and local government advocacy, his organization is changing community mindsets and inspiring the next generation to take pride in their environment. 🎙️Host:  Zac Brown: "The Non-Prof...

Launch SA is a partnership between the City of San Antonio and Geekdom. It functions as a "coffee shop for entrepreneurs", a low-barrier entry point where founders can find mentorship, navigate city permits, and connect with a network of over 70 partner organizations. 📌Host:  Zac Brown: “The Non-Profit Guy” CEO of GiveKit  ▸Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zacjordanbrown/ ▸GiveKit...

Episode Summary Founder Thomas James joins the show to discuss Zeo Infinite Robotics, a San Antonio-based nonprofit transforming STEM education through combat robotics. By engaging students in the "Tech Gladiator Challenge," Thomas is bridging the gap between classroom theory and real-world manufacturing careers. Host:  Zac Brown: "The Non-Profit Guy" Linkedin: https://www.link...

Episode Summary Drew, founder of Bridge, shares how his organization serves as a "startup starting startups" for democracy and justice initiatives across Texas. From his unexpected journey (farmer to sommelier to civic leader) to building a support system for early-stage nonprofits, Drew reveals what it takes to scale impact in the civic engagement space. Host:   Zac Brown: “The Non-Prof...

When you think of an athletic trainer, you probably picture the sidelines of an NFL game or a college dugout. But what happens when you bring that same level of elite healthcare to a construction site, a warehouse, or a manufacturing plant? In this episode, Susan from the Industrial Athletic Trainer Society (IATS) joins Zac to discuss the "Industrial Athlete", the American worker whose p...

In this episode, we sit down with Connor and Greg from 10Bitworks Makerspace, San Antonio’s largest member-supported nonprofit makerspace. They break down what a makerspace actually is, why people join for the tools but stay for the community, and how mentorship makes big equipment like CNC routers, laser cutters, and 3D printers approachable and safe. Connor shares how a shuttle bus conversion pr...

On this episode, Zac sits down with the team behind Youth Business Services (YBS) — founder Joseph Treviño, education director Rosie Baumgartner, and bookkeeping lead Bernadette — to unpack how their eight-module, hands-on program is helping high schoolers and young adults turn ideas into real, sustainable businesses. They cover mindset (self-efficacy), financial literacy, legal compliance, presen...

In this episode of Beyond Giving, Zac sits down with Alix Mane von Broock from the Texas Fashion Industry Initiative (TFII) to explore how the organization is shaping the future of fashion in Texas. Alex shares her journey from teen model and actress, mentored by Selena Quintanilla, to becoming a successful entrepreneur, salon owner, and now TFII’s Education Director and Fresh Faces Director. She...

In this eye-opening episode of Beyond Giving , Zac dives deep into how artificial intelligence is becoming more accessible and why nonprofit leaders, executives, students, and everyday people need to start paying attention. He’s joined by Mihir and Aryan, the dynamic duo behind Learn2AI, a San Antonio-based nonprofit on a mission to make AI literacy mainstream by 2030. Host:  Zac Brown: “The Non-P...

In this inspiring episode of Beyond Giving , host Zac sits down with Jacqueline and Joseph from Y.E.S! (Youth Entrepreneurship Services) to spotlight a San Antonio-based nonprofit that’s shaping the future of youth entrepreneurship. Learn how Y.E.S! blends business mentorship, mental health support, and real-world education to help middle and high school students launch their own business ideas—al...

Episode Overview In this episode of Beyond Giving , we sit down with Jesse Garcia, the dynamic founder of DEVSA, a nonprofit uniting San Antonio’s fragmented tech scene. Jesse opens up about his unconventional journey from sales rep at USAA to self-taught developer and tech community leader. From launching a Discord server to now facilitating over a dozen active tech groups, Jesse’s mission with D...

Host:  Zac Brown: "The Non-Profit Guy" Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zacjordanbrown/ Guest:  Dax Patton, Executive Director & Co-Founder of Spirit Oceano Foundation Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dax-patton/ Find Us:  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBoostChannel Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/50nKlDy81jHuoobIFLwiHy Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.co...

Join Zac, the nonprofit guy, as he chats with Asantewaa, a chef and the founder of Food Horizons. Discover how Asantewaa merges her culinary skills with her passion for food policy, sustainability, and storytelling. From cultural influences in her cooking to the upcoming Secret Food Stories Festival, Asantewaa shares her journey and how Food Horizons educates communities about food's impact o...

In this inspiring episode, Zac sits down with Carmen Lydia, the powerhouse behind The Madrina Project in San Antonio, TX. Carmen shares her heartfelt journey from receiving a donated dress to building a nonprofit that empowers young women through confidence-building events and access to formalwear for milestone events like prom and graduation. Carmen discusses the evolution of the project, the cre...

In this episode of Beyond Giving , Zac sits down with Dr. Lizette Goodloe from the Comal Education Foundation to explore how high school students are learning to build real businesses through hands-on incubator programs. From classroom pitches to national competitions, discover how Comal ISD is preparing the next generation of entrepreneurs. Host:  Zac Brown: "The Non-Profit Guy" Linkedi...

Introduction In this powerful episode of Beyond Giving, host Zac “The Nonprofit Guy” dives into an inspiring conversation with Andrew from the Community of Automotive Professionals, the driving force behind CarFest SA — one of the largest free automotive festivals in Texas. Andrew shares the heart and hustle behind CarFest, a massive community-driven event where garages and volunteers come togethe...

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