Ellenbecker Investment Group

MPC: Milwaukee's Philanthropic Community

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MPC: Milwaukee's Philanthropic Community is a podcast by Ellenbecker Investment Group that celebrates philanthropy and community impact in Wisconsin. Hosted by Jill Economou, Director of Community Relations, MPC highlights Milwaukee-area nonprofit organizations, inspiring stories of giving, and practical ways listeners can make a difference. Each Thursday, new episodes feature leaders of local nonprofits, changemakers, and individuals passionate about creating positive impact. Learn how to give back, discover the joy of philanthropy, and explore opportunities to support causes that matter in M...

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Ellenbecker Investment Group

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Business

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mpc.castos.com

Latest episode

Jul 9, 2026

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Episodes

11-8-20 - Neighborhood House & Waukesha County Green Team 09.11.2020

Tune in to hear EIG Director of Community Outreach, Jill Economou, discuss organizations that provide resources for neighbors in need and address environmental and sustainability issues. Guests this week include: Jeff Martinka & LaShawn Pierce | Neighborhood House Alec LePoidevin | Waukesha County Green Team

11-1-20 - Vision Forward & Beyond Vision 02.11.2020

Tune in to hear EIG Director of Community Outreach, Jill Economou, discuss organizations that provide resources for people with vision impairment. Guests this week include: Terri Davis | Vision Forward Jim Kerlin | Beyond Vision

10-25-20 - St. Ann Center & BizStarts 26.10.2020

Tune in to hear EIG Director of Community Outreach, Jill Economou, discuss organizations that provide intergenerational support services and resources for businesses. Guests this week include: Sister Edna Lonergan | St. Ann Center Patrick Snyder | BizStarts

10-18-20 - Elmbrook Senior Taxi & ADRC 19.10.2020

Tune in to hear EIG Director of Community Outreach, Jill Economou, discuss organizations that provide transportation and support services for the elderly and those with disabilities. Guests this week include: Marg Kozlowski | Elmbrook Senior Taxi Mary Smith | Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC)

10-4-20 - College Possible & MKE Scholars 05.10.2020

Tune in to hear EIG Director of Community Outreach, Jill Economou, discuss organizations that provide support for college-bound students. Guests this week include: Kellie Sigh | College Possible Asia Connor & Ariel Milton-Kern | MKE Scholars

9-27-20 - Food for the Poor & Feed My Starving Children 28.09.2020

Tune in to hear EIG Director of Community Outreach, Jill Economou, discuss organizations that provide international food support for those in need. Guests this week include: Dr. John Buuck | Food for the Poor Andy Carr | Feed My Starving Children

9-20-20 - City on a Hill & UNCOM 21.09.2020

Tune in to hear EIG Director of Community Outreach, Jill Economou, discuss organizations that provide urban ministry for underserved communities in Milwaukee. Guests this week include: Diane De La Santos | City on a Hill Renee Logee | United Neighborhood Centers of Milwaukee (UNCOM)

9-13-20 - HAWS & WI Veterinary Referral Center (WVRC) 17.09.2020

Tune in to hear EIG Director of Community Outreach, Jill Economou, discuss organizations that promote animal health and well being and emergency pet services. Guests this week include: Maggie Tate-Techtmann | HAWS Beverly Klug & Dr. Kari Severson | Wisconsin Veterinary Referral Center

8-30-20 - St. Vincent de Paul Society & Father Gene's Help Center 31.08.2020

Tune in to hear EIG Director of Community Outreach, Jill Economou, discuss organizations that provide companionship, household goods and clothing to those in need. Guests this week include: Deborah Duskey & Penny Krafczyk | St. Vincent de Paul Society - Milwaukee Jessica Luebbering | Father Gene's Help Center

8-23-20 - Waukesha County Business Alliance & Waukesha County Center for Growth 26.08.2020

Tune in to hear EIG Director of Community Outreach, Jill Economou, discuss organizations that provide support and resources for businesses in Waukesha County. Guests this week include: Suzanne Kelley | Waukesha County Business Alliance Tim Casey | Waukesha County Center for Growth

8-16-20 - Capture Sports Marketing & Vince Lombardi Cancer Foundation 18.08.2020

Tune in to hear EIG Director of Community Outreach, Jill Economou, discuss organizations that help companies and professional sports teams with their charitable giving and raise money for cancer research and education. Guests this week include: Chellee Siewert | Capture Sports Marketing Trace Tendick | Vince Lombardi Cancer Foundation

8-9-20 - Hope Instilled & Adaptive Athletes Foundation 10.08.2020

Tune in to hear EIG Director of Community Outreach, Jill Economou, discuss organizations that provide hope and support for people who struggle with physical pain and activity options for people with physical disabilities. Guests this week include: Jory Pradjinski | Hope Instilled Steve Johnson | Adaptive Athletes Foundation

7-26-20 - Independence First and Disability Rights of Wisconsin 28.07.2020

Tune in to hear EIG Director of Community Outreach, Jill Economou, discuss organizations that provide lobbying efforts and disability programs for the community. Guests this week include: Marci Sanchick | Independence First Barbara Beckert | Disability Rights of Wisconsin

7-19-20 - Friendship Circle & Gigi's Playhouse 20.07.2020

Tune in to hear EIG Director of Community Outreach, Jill Economou, discuss organizations that provide support, acceptance and belonging for the special needs community. Guests this week include: Levi Stein | Friendship Circle Sue Pelikan | Gigi's Playhouse

7-12-20 - Ronald McDonald House & Fisher House 14.07.2020

Tune in to hear EIG Director of Community Outreach, Jill Economou, discuss organizations that keep families with sick children or veterans in the VA hospital near the care and resources they need. Guests this week include: Bridget Kesner & Ann Petrie | Ronald McDonald House Jennifer Kiefer | Fisher House

7-5-20 - Healing Warrior Hearts & Feast of Crispian 07.07.2020

Tune in to hear EIG Director of Community Outreach, Jill Economou, discuss organizations that provide support services for veterans through a variety of activities including theater. Guests this week include: Patricia Clason | Healing Warrior Hearts Nancy Smith Watson | Feast of Crispian

6-28-20 – SHARP Literacy and Silver Spring Neighborhood Center 30.06.2020

Tune in to hear EIG Director of Community Outreach, Jill Economou, discuss organizations that provide art-based literacy programs, STEAM-based experiential programs and online learning opportunities, as well as health and wellness, employment and youth services. Guests this week include: Lynda Kohler & Vedale Hill| SHARP Literacy & Local Artist James Wilbern & Benjamin Holt | Silver Sp...

6-21-20 – HopeMKE & Groundwork Milwaukee 23.06.2020

Tune in to hear EIG Director of Community Outreach, Jill Economou, discuss organizations that provide youth activities and a drive-up food pantry to bring hope to communities and transform public spaces including gardens, orchards, art exhibits and gathering places. Guests this week include: Hannah Gonzales | Hope MKE Deneine Powell & Damien DeBuhr | Groundwork Milwaukee

6-14-20 – Fondy Food Center & Heather Deaton, CFP® - EIG Wealth Advisor 23.06.2020

Tune in to hear EIG Director of Community Outreach, Jill Economou, discuss summer farmers markets that bring healthy food and economic opportunity to Greater Milwaukee and charitable giving during the pandemic. Guests this week include: Jennifer Casey | Fondy Food Center Heather Deaton, CFP® | EIG Wealth Advisor

6-7-20 – Let's Thrive 360 & March of Dimes 09.06.2020

Tune in to hear EIG Director of Community Outreach, Jill Economou, talk with organizations that help people thrive through technology and provide resources for the health and support of mothers and their children. Guests this week include: Nicole Sdao | Let's Thrive 360 Patricia Guntry | March of Dimes

5-31-20 - Hebron House & La Casa de Esperanza 01.06.2020

Tune in to hear EIG Director of Community Outreach, Jill Economou, talk with organizations that provide emergency housing solutions to individuals and families and provide opportunities to achieve full social and economic participation in society. Guests this week include: Maureen Atwell | Hebron House Dr. Anselmo Villarreal | La Casa de Esperanza

5-17-20 - Milwaukee Armed Services & USO Wisconsin 19.05.2020

Tune in to hear EIG Director of Community Outreach, Jill Economou, talk with organizations that celebrate the service and accomplishments of active Armed Forces members and keep connected to their families. Guests this week include: Tom Buck | Milwaukee Armed Services Josh Sova | USO Wisconsin

5-10-20 – Running Rebels & The Gathering 12.05.2020

Tune in to hear EIG Director of Community Outreach, Jill Economou, talk with organizations that mentor Milwaukee's youth and provide daily meals to those in need. Guests this week include: Victor and Dawn Barnett | Running Rebels Lyn Hildebrand | The Gathering

4-26-20 – Wisconsin Philanthropy Network & RitzHolman CPAs 27.04.2020

Tune in to hear EIG Director of Community Outreach, Jill Economou, talk with guests about COVID-19 related resources available to the non-profit sector. This week's discussion will also cover the CARES Act and Paycheck Protection Program (PPP).

4-12-20 – Pink Umbrella Theater Company & Balance Inc 13.04.2020

Tune in to hear EIG Director of Community Outreach, Jill Economou, talk with guests about an accessible and inclusive theater in Wisconsin and the physically and emotionally disabled students who attend the theater group. Guests this week include: Katie Cummings | Pink Umbrella Theater Company Ashley Kammerer | Balance Inc.

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