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In this episode we interview John Curtin and Jaime Cleveland, Founders of Blue Water Scholarship Fund (BWSF). BWSF aims to introduce the next generation to the Maritime Industry and its many opportunities through merit and needs based scholarships to one of the state Maritime Academies. Want to learn more, donate, or get engaged? Donate: https://www.bluewaterscholarshipfund.org/donate.html Email:...

In this episode we interview Cliff Nellis, Executive Director at Lawndale Christian Legal Center (LCLC). LCLC's vision is to raise up justly treated youth who are embraced by their family and community, restored from trauma, empowered to lead, and free from the criminal justice system. LCLC accomplishes this by providing holistic community-based legal services grounded in restorative justice to yo...

In this episode we interview Uzma (uh-z-muh), Executive Director of Thaakat Foundation “thaah-kit”. Thakaat is a nationally recognized 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that believes in restoring hope and courage in the underprivileged by advancing the minds of those who are capable of lending a helping hand. Thaakat Foundation strongly believes in promoting charitable giving and humanitarian work...

In our new CEOs & CSR series, once per month 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 we interview Justin Copie, CEO of Innovative Solutions. We discuss his philosophy on creating a culture of giving and how to build a company that will la...

In this episode we interview Vicente Del Real, Founder of Iskali. Iskali is non-profit on a mission to empower and equip young Latinos with high-quality faith formation, enabling them to become transformative leaders. Want to learn more, donate, or get engaged? Donate: https://www.iskali.org/donate.html Phone: +1 (815) 546-8979 Email: april@iskali.org Website: https://www.iskali.org/ Facebook: htt...

In this episode we interview Dan Hostetler, Executive Director of Above and Beyond Family Recovery Center. Above and Beyond is on a mission to build an individualized treatment experience that is available to anyone in need regardless of their economic status. Want to learn more, donate, or get engaged? Donate: https://anb.today/donate/ Phone: +1 (773) 940-2960 Email: Info@anb.today Website: https...

In this episode we interview Jurema Gorham, Executive Director of Burst Into Books. Their mission is to rebuild community through advocacy, the arts, and educational and family programming. Burst Into Books envisions a world transformed by cultural literacy through education. Want to learn more, donate, or get engaged? Donate: https://www.paypal.com/donate?token=G2-AbV99fqVyhqrIBcFdGKkGowc-t4H1z1u...

In our new CEOs & CSR series, once per month 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 we interview Dennis Kelly, CEO of Postalytics. We discuss how Postalytics is modernizing the printed mail industry and their journey of using data and te...

In this episode we do a GTZP team check-in! We don't often do these but  they are a blast and an opportunity for you all to meet the team that is  behind the scenes and get to know us a little more. We talk about  episodes that stuck out to us, we talk about what is to come, and add in  a little playful banter along the way. Thanks for tuning in!

In this episode we interview Kathy Henrich, CEO of Milwaukee Tech Hub Coalition. MKE Tech Hub Coalition is a non-profit organization working to inclusively double tech talent in the Milwaukee region. The MKE Tech Hub Coalition is a unifying voice for the Milwaukee tech ecosystem. They harness the power of companies, entrepreneurs, educators, community organizations and other area stakeholders to g...

In this episode we interview Anthony Monk, Founder and Executive Director at Giveology. Giveology is a multimedia educational resource to educate the general public about the nonprofit sector. Giveology provides information and resources about the sector’s unique challenges, the best and most efficient ways to be a philanthropist, and the organizations in the world who are already doing incredible...

In this episode we kickoff a new GTZP series: CEOs & CSR! Once per month, we will sit down with for-profit leaders (CEOs) to discuss their philosophy on giving and how they go about building their organization's corporate social responsibility (CSR) strategy. For our first episode in the series, we interviewed Jon Sanchez, CEO of Team Performance Institute. We cover topics like how his experie...

In this episode we interview Tony Francavilla, Chief Development Officer at DC Scores. DC Scores creates neighborhood teams that give kids the confidence and skills to succeed on the playing field, in the classroom, and in life. We envision a DC where every child – no matter their family income – experiences the joys of childhood: sports, arts, service, and being part of a team. Where every child...

In this episode we interview Farhan Ahmad, Volunteer CEO of Pakistan Children’s Heart Foundation (PCHF). PCHF’s mission is to establish a state-of-the-art medical facility that provides the highest quality of care for children with heart disease, irrespective of their financial means. Since inception in 2012 and till 2021 year-end, PCHF conducted 2668 surgeries at a total cost of PKR 990 million....

In this episode we interview Nancy Meyer, CEO of Community Forklift. Community Forklift lifts up local communities by making repairs affordable, reducing waste, promoting reuse, and creating green jobs. Want to learn more, donate, or get engaged? Donate: https://communityforklift.org/greatergoods/ Phone: +1 (301) 985-5180 Email:   info@communityforklift.org Website: https://communityforklift.org/...

In this episode we interview Nicole Hu, Founder of Play to Grow. Play to Grow is on a mission to empower underserved youth in grades K-8 through the sport of tennis. Help by donating equipment or signing up as a volunteer coach! Want to learn more, donate, or get engaged? Donate: https://playtogrow.net/donate Email: playtogrowclub@gmail.com Website: https://playtogrow.net/ Instagram: https://insta...

In this episode we do a community check-in with Ibrahim Maali, Founder of Solidarity Studios in his new studio! Solidarity Studios is on a mission to give people the tools and resources they need to tell their story and galvanize their communities around the issues that affect them most. Want to learn more, donate, or get engaged? Donate: https://www.centeraap.org/funds/view-our-funds/solidarity-s...

In this episode we interview Lindsey Anderson, Owner of Uvae Kitchen and Wine Bar. On occasion we highlight people making a positive impact in the for-profit space and this is one! Lindsey understands the importance of supporting and giving back to her community and she does it everyday through her business. Whether that be providing a space for local small businesses to market their goods or supp...

In this episode we interview Asiaha Butler, Co-Founder of Resident Association of Greater Englewood (RAGE). RAGE’s mission is to create tangible solutions and mobilize residents and resources to restore the community. RAGE is a resident-driven association established to build relationships with fellow residents, Englewood’s public officials, business owners and organizations. RAGE is a grassroots...

In this episode we interview Bevon Joseph, Executive Director of Greenwood Project. Greenwood Project’s mission is to create career pathways in the financial services industry for Black and Latinx students and find equitable and inclusive solutions for recruitment, retention, and advancement. Want to learn more, donate, or get engaged? Donate: https://donorbox.org/greenwood-project Phone: +1 (646)...

In this episode we do a community check-in with Jeffery Beckham, CEO of Chicago Scholars. Chicago Scholars uniquely selects, trains, and mentors academically ambitious students from under-resourced communities to complete college and become the next generation of leaders who will transform their neighborhoods and our city. Want to learn more, donate, or get engaged? Donate: https://chicagoscholars...

In this episode we interview Tom Duff, Executive DIrector of Saint Louis Counseling (SLC). SLC’s mission is to support healing and improve mental health for individuals and families of all backgrounds through professional counseling and psychiatric services. Want to learn more, donate, or get engaged? Donate: https://saintlouiscounseling.org/donate/ Phone: +1 (314) 544-3800 Email: support@saintlou...

In this episode we hear from Nancy Economou, Founder and CEO at Watts of Love, as she discusses how her organization, through global partnerships, are able to shine a light of hope and opportunity for recipients that typically get the least help. Want to learn more, donate, or get engaged? Donate: https://funraise.org/give/Watts-of-Love/5b960fb8-7c16-4a20-a7fc-7570a73cbdbd/ Phone: +1 (630) 576-114...

In this episode we do another check-in with Sebastian White, Founder of The Evolved Network. The Evolved Network is a newer non-profit organization that has come a long way since we interviewed them in Episode 20 & 41 so we had to do a check-in! The Evolved Network is on a mission to provide unconditional care through a holistic and therapeutic approach that functions to build a foundation for...

In this episode we interview Mary McCarthy, Principal Sustainability Strategist at Forum for the Future, an organization on a mission to accelerate transformation to a just and regenerative future. Want to learn more, donate, or get engaged? Donate: https://www.forumforthefuture.org/support-us Phone: (+44) 20 3744 8650 Email: info@forumforthefuture.org Website: https://www.forumforthefuture.org/ F...