Philanthropy in Phocus

They'll learn about how storytelling and live performance can be impactful strategies to address the climate crisis. Chantal Bilodeau is a Montreal-born, New York-based playwright, whose work focuses on the intersection of storytelling and the climate crisis. In her capacity as artistic director of the Arts & Climate Initiative, she has spearheaded local and global initiatives for nearly t...

Info about Long Island's most pressing problems, ways in which FCA is working to address those problems and ways in which our neighbors can get involved. Dr. Jeffrey L. Reynolds is the President and CEO of Family and Children’s Association (FCA) in Garden City, NY. Under his leadership, FCA, with a $24 million budget, supports vulnerable populations on Long Island. Dr. Reynolds has secured ove...

Listeners will gain valuable insight about the critical issue of the digital divide, how access to technology can transform lives, and how they can help foster digital equity with a simple donation of a device they no longer use. By tuning in, they will discover how a 15-year old founded Computers 4 People, a leading nonprofit organization that is making a tangible impact and how sustainable innov...

The audience will learn the specifics of what Destination Accessible offers on its website. People should listen to find out how they can get the most out of www.destinationaccessible.org . About Org: Destination Accessible is a 501c3, whose purpose is to enrich the lives of people with mobility challenges by providing accessibility information of leisure venues (restaurants, parks, theaters, muse...

Kim Cottage is a trailblazer in the recruitment industry and a co-founder of the Philanthropy Network of NY. With a passion for connecting corporate clients with their philanthropic missions, Kim has made significant contributions to the intersection of business and social impact. Her innovative approach has set her apart in the recruitment field, making her a key player in fostering meaningful pa...

Get some ideas about how to: - Pitch your organization's strengths - Appeal to individual donors' interests - Strengthen your organization so it sells better - Upgrade your communication strategies - Enhance your evaluation efforts - Make your mission come alive Studied organizational psychology, earning a doctorate degree from Univ Minnesota. Started a non-profit research organization, Ra...

A better understanding of how Pride events and operations work, and the impact of fundraising in supporting LGBTQIA+ organizations in New York City and nationwide. Kazz Alexander is a passionate and experienced nonprofit executive with a demonstrated history of enhancing programs and student experiences in non-profit management and youth development. Kazz has mostly recently served as Founding Exe...

They will hear about two parents' resilience and strength and how that transformed the small Floral Park community and then the world. They will hear how they can get involved, enroll in the HFF's free Self-Esteem Rising programs for their community and learn about strategies that can save you on your darkest days. About Org: The Hance Family Foundation was created in the summer of 2009 af...

Hopefully the audience will hear or message and want to be part of the solution to child poverty on Long Island About Org: Longwood Blessings is part of a National Organization in 45 States and D.C. whose sole mission is to provide food for food-insecure children for school weekends. Longwood Blessings started 10 years ago feeding 50 Children and now we feed over 500 students every school weekend....

About Org:  Envisioning Access is a Boston based 501 c 3 that is developing, in conjunction with tech start-ups and universities, innovative technologies like AR/VR, robotics, AI for those living with physical disabilities. Started in 1979, the organization has recently undergone a dynamic transformation from a service animal model to establishing an Innovative Technology Initiative. We are workin...

1. A better understanding of the population we serve. 2. The need that 1 in every 17 New Yorkers -- over 525,000 -- have in New York City 3. How we raise funds to invest in high-impact programs, evaluate them, and scale them across NYCHA communities. Alex Zablocki is a veteran public servant with nearly two decades of experience working with nonprofit organizations and government agencies at all l...

They will learn all about the free and wonderful services we provide to Long Island families. We are an amazing resource and want more folks to be aware of our services. Lauren Vlachos is the ED for the ADRC. Before joining ADRC in March 2022, Lauren served as the COO for the Suffolk County Boy Scouts. Lauren worked for the Scouts for 18 years serving youth throughout Long Island. Before joining t...

More knowledge and understanding about SPN and how they can get involved. They should listen because the sports community is abundant and plays a huge role in our society. I'm a strategic growth advisor and fractional COO helping sports teams, athletes, non-profits and startup companies build better fan relationships around data and innovative collaboration while making their businesses more a...

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At Ballin4Peace, we believe that basketball can be a powerful tool for promoting peace and bringing people together. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, you can join us in making a positive impact on the world through this beloved sport.

The future is here. Web 3.0 focuses on getting users immersed in a brand's Universe and how a brand can excel in the Web 3.0 space. About Org: Battlefield Commander Foundation is a non-profit corporation and shall operate exclusively for education and charitable purposes within the meaning of Section 501 (c) (3) of the Internal Revenue Code, or the corresponding section of any future Federal T...

They will learn about the "journey" independent inventors take in bringing their product ideas to market. They will learn how New England Invents is willing and able to provide help and guidance in helping with this commercialization process. Lexa is the Executive Director of New England Invents. Her passion for inventing and helping other inventors is fueled by lessons learned with her pr...

I hope the audience will understand that it is possible to take your passion for something, your hobby, your joy and put it into something wonderful and positive. Chances are if you have found a way to fill a need, fill a void, your community needs that too. We all have expertise that can we can use to impact social change on a larger level. I was born and raised in Queens in NY. I spent my whole...

EPISODE SUMMARY:  Steve will tell the story of having met the day-to-day challenges and pressures of an athletic career for over twenty years, only to have to face down the humbling realities of prostate cancer. When he came out on the other side of surgery and recovery, he made a call to Ed Randall, asking to be "a foot soldier in (his) army." That role has expanded to helping to manage s...

EPISODE SUMMARY: To learn about the impact of nonprofit work, especially work like Dance Entropy and Green Space that directly serve our target populations. The VG/DE Mission: - Create a platform for multicultural understanding through dance - Nurture connections between dance creation and education - Build community among dance artists - Foster physicality, creativity and empowerment in underserv...

EPISODE SUMMARY: Most people have never heard of a human milk bank. This is an opportunity to learn about a source of nutrition that just about everyone has experienced, but knows little about. Human milk is more than a source of nutrition, it is a medicine for premature infants who will not only survive but thrive if provided with human milk during their earliest days of life.  Linda Harelick, MB...

EPISODE SUMMARY: About Allied Foundation: We aim to raise awareness about breastfeeding and its advantages. Transitioning to parenthood can be overwhelming. It is a unique period for mother and baby. Hear from our breastfeeding experts, Lauren Macaluso, MD of Macaluso Medicine and Lena Edelstein, MD both breastfeeding medicine physicians offering lactation support.  About Allied Physicians Group: ...

WHAT WILL THE AUDIENCE LEARN? Understanding programs and services offered at Winters Center for Autism. Learn more about an untapped talent pipeline of capable and motivated workforce. Get involved and support our work. EPISODE SUMMARY: About Christine: Christine Ponzio, M.S.E.d., is the Winters Center for Autism Executive Director. She has been working with individuals with autism and other devel...