find your cause

In this episode we interview Amy Van Polen, CEO of Bridge Communities. Bridge Communities’s mission is to transition families facing homelessness to self-sufficiency by working with partners to provide mentoring, housing, and supportive services. Bridge Communities is a dynamic, grassroots, non-profit organization committed to transforming the lives of families facing homelessness through partneri...

Luena Foundation’s mission is to serve and safeguard vulnerable children around the world by protecting their basic human rights and by fostering love, hope, strength and joy. They use the donations we receive to invest in locally-led grassroots projects and organizations whose mission is to create a more compassionate world for children everywhere. Luena believe that the people most affected by p...

In this episode, Joseph interviews Joe Jackson, the Executive Director at Hesed House, a nonprofit organization dedicated to feeding the hungry, sheltering the homeless, clothing the naked, and giving people a chance to hope again. Joe shares his personal journey from the corporate world to the nonprofit sector, driven by his wife's experience with homelessness. He explains that the mission of Hes...

In this episode we interview Amy Javaid, President & CEO at A Wider Circle. A Wider Circle’s mission is to advance equity in the greater Washington, DC region by fostering the exchange of goods, skills, and connections from neighbor to neighbor, and by engaging in advocacy to address the root causes of poverty. Every year, A Wider Circle provides vital services to thousands of children and adu...

In this podcast conversation, Jingwen and Joseph discuss the mission and work of Lighthouse DC, a nonprofit organization that helps create homes for formerly homeless and low-income residents in Washington, DC. Jingwen, who is a co-founder and director of operations at Lighthouse DC, shares that their organization focuses on providing furniture and creating a home environment for individuals who h...

In this conversation, Marcie Finney, the Executive Director of Cleveland Cord Blood Center, discusses the mission and work of the organization. The mission of the Cleveland Cord Blood Centre is to advance umbilical cord blood cell therapy treatments, saving lives, enhancing health, and expanding knowledge one birth at a time. The organization is a public umbilical cord blood bank where families ca...

Vijana Wetu Initiative's mission is to help the young boys and girls of Kibra (the second largest slum in Nairobi, Kenya) lead a happier and healthier lives through presence, group activities, education, and mentorship. The children in Kira suffer from lack of food, inadequate shelter, and limited access to basic facilities like toilets and bathrooms. Many drop out of school or engage in risky beh...

In this episode we interview Larry Jackson, President and Founder at Ben Jackson Foundation. Ben Jackson Foundation’s mission is to The Ben Jackson Foundation recognizes the sacrifice that newly enlisted members of the military have chosen to make and provides financial assistance to help them visit home from their first permanent duty station. Flights and other travel expenses make up a substanti...

In this episode we interview AnnMarie Halterman, Executive Director at Uniting US. Uniting US impowers veterans, military, and their families to inspire communities to heal, find wellness, and unite through art. Uniting Us’s innovative therapeutic arts programs and public arts engagements help Veterans, Military members and their families express their triumphs and struggles to foster healing, emp...

In this episode of the Greater Than Zero Percent, Adelaide Canino, Founder and CEO of Dev 46 talks to Joseph about her mission to increase the representation of Latinas in the tech industry in Puerto Rico. Adelaide highlights the lack of opportunities and options for Latinas in the tech industry and how Dev 46 is addressing this issue by providing technology education to young girls in Puerto Rico...

Learn about how Homes, Not Borders supports refugees and forced migrants in the DC area by providing additional support to resettlement agencies. Hear heartwarming stories about their experiences and the challenges these individuals face as they adjust to their new lives in the United States. Discover the importance of supporting refugees and how programs like Homes, Not Borders help build a bette...

In this podcast, Ginger Johnson talks with Joseph about the power of human connection and the importance of belonging in personal and professional lives. They discuss the importance of purpose over passion, creating safe spaces for personal breakthroughs, and sustaining missions with profitability. The conversation emphasizes the importance of intentional connection and the value of the connector'...

Join Beth Napleton and Joseph as they discuss the challenges faced by teams in various industries, including education and tech. They highlight the importance of addressing team dynamics and culture to ensure successful outcomes in any industry. Beth offers practical advice and personal anecdotes from her 25 years of experience in mission-driven organizations, including starting a successful chart...

In this episode we interview Rahsaan Jarrell, Executive Director & Founder  at Rhonda’s Angel Network Organization. Rhonda’s Angel Network Organization’s mission is to  empower our young women with a sense of pride and purpose. We are a nonprofit charitable organization whose purpose is to provide guidance and resources to young women ages 17-22, who are transitioning into womanhood through me...

In this episode of the CEO and CSR series, Nicholas Gardner, CEO and Co-founder of Helping Habit, discusses his platform that connects volunteers and donors with causes that need them. Nicholas shares his passion for service and helping others, which led him to volunteer during his undergrad and later work in politics and as a public defender. Nicholas discusses the challenges of volunteerism and...

In our CEOs & CSR series (C&C), we sit down with a for-profit leader (CEO) to discuss their philosophy on giving and how they go about building their organization's corporate social responsibility (CSR) strategy. In this episode, Joseph interviews Brian Ford, co-founder of For Purpose, a company that aims to modernize philanthropy and make it more accessible and approachable for everyone....

In this episode we interview Jordan Foley, Founder, CEO and Head Chef at Let's Chow. Let's Chow’s mission is to be a dedicated community builder. Through their range of services, Let’s Chow is the “go-to” for veterans and military spouses seeking to enhance their culinary talents. Whether it is impressing guests for a dinner party or operating one of our trucks, they got you! Let's Chow helps prov...

In this episode we interview Aaron Friedman, Co-Founder & Executive Director at OLASTEO. OLASTEO’s mission is to create experiences that empower students to serve as catalysts for social impact. OLASTEO = our lives as seen through each other.  We encourage diversity, promote empathy, and build community by providing enriching cultural and educational experiences to high school students in unde...

Join Brad Milliken, the Director and Co-founder of District Cleanups, as he reflects on the impact his organization has had on Washington D.C. over the past two years. Hear how hundreds of people come out to help with their monthly cleanups and learn how individual actions can have a meaningful impact. Discover how District Cleanups was denied a permit to host an event but then approved when they...

Join us for our monthly CEOs & CSR podcast series episode with Lori Zoss Kraska, founder of Growth Owl! Lori has years of experience working with public media stations to find corporate support for programming and has worked with over 100 nonprofit clients all over the country. She'll be discussing how small nonprofits can engage with large corporations, the importance of being specific when l...

Join us for a podcast conversation with Chez Smith, the founder of Gyrls In The H.O.O.D. Foundation. We'll be discussing how black women face higher rates of maternal mortality than other groups due to a combination of access to health care, education, and racism in the health care system. Learn about how Girls in the Hood works to educate young women and help remove negative stigmas associated wi...

Join us for an inspiring podcast with Natalie Manning, co-founder and executive director of This Is Life! Hear her story of how she created a motivational platform to provide resources for youth and their families in the Chicagoland area. Learn about the impact of her organization's programs on the local youth and community, as well as upcoming events like a virtual talent show and basketball leag...

Join us for this podcast conversation with Alex and Christian from Christmas Tree Santas, a nonprofit organization on a mission to spread hope and joy by providing free Christmas trees to those in need. Learn about their growth since 2017, the logistics of setting up a new sites, their partnerships with local organizations and enterprise sponsorships, and how you can get involved!

Listen to Jill Miller, CEO of Lunum's, on GTZP's CEOs and CSR Series as  she shares her personal story and discusses how companies can be  profitable while doing the right thing. Learn about impact weighted accounting, Donut Economics, and how  measuring ROI when it comes to diversity can lead to increased  productivity and innovation. Jill also encourages listeners to stand up  for their values i...

In this episode we interview Gladys Ijelu, Founder of Gladys Giving Project at Gladys Giving Project . Gladys Giving Project ’s mission is to spread love and joy throughout the year by giving back during the holiday seasons. The Gladys Giving Project hosts several holiday celebrations throughout the year to give back to the community. Some of the holidays we have hosted events are(but not limited...