The Truman Charities Podcast

It started in a Volkswagen Beetle in 1980. Today it's the nation's oldest free mobile clinic and the need has never been greater. In rural America, people living just a few hundred miles away live 20 years less than their neighbors simply because they can't access care.  President Teresa Tyson and Vice President Paula Hill-Collins of The Health Wagon join Jamie Truman to share how t...

How do you cut through the misinformation a generation is growing up on?  Education Enhancement Initiative (Eden) was founded to combat rising antisemitism that followed the October 7th attacks. In this episode, founder Talya Knable explains how bringing educators to Israel helps them understand the region, teach from their firsthand experiences, and help students discuss the complex dynamics with...

Imagine going abroad to volunteer for a few months and realizing you never want to leave. That's how Heather Graham ended up spending 25 years at Casa Guatemala, which has grown from an orphanage into a community model providing education, healthcare and daily nutrition to over 300 children across 30 villages. In this episode, she reflects on what it takes to keep a school running off the gri...

On May 2nd, the Truman Charities Derby Party raised $42,720 for the National Leiomyosarcoma Foundation. Like Truman Charities, it’s a 100% volunteer-run organization and every dollar goes straight to research and patient care.  In this episode, learn more about this year’s cause and the amazing sponsors that made the event possible. Jamie also shares what’s next for Truman Charities in 2026 and ho...

Most abuse doesn't start with violence. It starts with control that looks like love — constant texting, always wanting to be together and hating when you're apart.  In this episode, Kristy Warren, Executive Director of the Montgomery County Family Justice Center Foundation, walks through the subtle warning signs most people miss and how they're helping survivors break the cycle.  Sh...

You do not want to miss this year's Derby Party! On May 2nd, Truman Charities is taking over Tommy Joe's in Bethesda from 5:30 to 9:30 for a night of racing, live auctions, prizes, and lots of fun.  All proceeds raised go directly to the National Leiomyosarcoma Foundation, a 100% volunteer-run organization that uses every dollar to support research and patient care.  Grab your tickets be...

Some cancers get billions in funding, massive awareness campaigns, and life-saving research. Leiomyosarcoma isn't one of them. It's a rare, aggressive cancer that most people have never even heard of — but Dr. Mitch Achee & Annie Achee are hoping to change that.  In this episode, they  explain  what LMS is, why it's so difficult to treat, and  how the National Leiomyosarcoma Fou...

If you care about homelessness and food insecurity, you've probably asked yourself: where can my support actually change someone's life for good, not just for a night?  43 years ago, 15 people sat down to dinner in a small house kitchen in Montgomery County. Today, Shepherd's Table has served over 2 million meals and has never missed a single day.  Daniella Burgos, Director of Devel...

Tonight, kids in your town are falling asleep on cold, hard floors. Not because of neglect, but simply because their families don't have beds.  Luke Mickelson heard about a family in his community whose children were sleeping on hardwood floors, so he built them a bed. Then he built another, and another. His work eventually turned into Sleep in Heavenly Peace, a nonprofit that has now deliver...

 How are kids graduating without being able to read in one of the most well-funded school systems in America?  Investigative reporter Christopher Papst helped expose how Baltimore City Public Schools received billions in funding but students were leaving without mastering the basics. In this episode, he shares shocking details of how the school system has failed its students and the community — in...

If you’ve ever thought, “Why can’t people just get back on their feet?"this episode will show you why rebuilding is rarely that simple. That's why Friendship Place is tackling homelessness in a different way. Their person-centric approach meets people where they are and helps them secure stable housing and employment without having to jump through a million hoops before getting support....

Art education should be non-negotiable, not something students get only when budgets allow. From keeping students engaged to making subjects like math and science make more sense, the arts build confidence and create more ways for kids to succeed. In this episode, Executive Director of Arts Every Day Julia DiBussolo shares how the organization is expanding access to certified fine arts teachers ac...

Did you know that your home's design can impact your mood, focus, and even how safe you feel? The good news: it's simpler than you think to reset your space — and the start of a new year is the perfect time to do it.  In this episode, Sarah Trop, founder of FunCycled Repurpose Design, shares easy, budget-friendly ways to refresh your home and make it feel more comfortable, more functiona...

$175,000 Raised in 2025!  Learn what we  have in store for 2026 and how you can get involved.  We have decided on our 2025 charities as well.  Connect with Jamie at Truman Charities: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Website YouTube Email: info@trumancharities.com This episode was post produced by Podcast Boutique https://podcastboutique.com/

Listen to some of our most influential interviews of 2025!  These are some of my favorite interviews from last year. We are the only podcast that donates $250 to our guests charity of choice.   Connect with Jamie at Truman Charities: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Website YouTube Email: info@trumancharities.com This episode was post produced by Podcast Boutique https://podcastboutique.com/

The job market looks very different when survival is part of the equation. For many people in Loudoun County, finding work isn’t just about their resume. It's about overcoming a lack of transportation, housing instability, and language barriers.  Nonprofits like Crossroads Jobs address these challenges to give people who are unemployed or underemployed the chance to rebuild their lives. In th...

In this Giving Tuesday episode, we spotlight the nonprofits we’ve featured throughout the year and share the impact they’re making. Think of it as a simple, meaningful guide to help you find the organization that resonates most with you and your family. Connect with Jamie at Truman Charities: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Website YouTube Email: info@trumancharities.com This episode was post produced...

Educational support is more than just pencils, paper and textbooks. From helping children in need show up to school prepared to supporting teachers as they grow their skills, this episode explores how one foundation is helping fill the gaps that school budgets can't cover.  Kristy Mathey, Senior Vice President at Educational Systems Federal Credit Union and Chair of the Support Education Foun...

Truman Charities just raised $43,750 for the Salute Military Golf Association, and your nonprofit could be next! In this episode, host Jamie Truman recaps their annual Halloween fundraiser, the community support that made it a success, and how they ensure every dollar raised goes directly to charity.  You’ll also learn about the vetting process and the steps your organization can take to become a...

In this episode, Dr. Bill Rawls shares his own experience battling chronic fatigue, mystery symptoms, and years of frustration before finding answers. You'll learn why so many treatments fail, the limitations of antibiotics, and what actually works to help your body heal at the cellular level. He's spent years researching chronic illness and cellular health to understand what modern medi...

Wounded warriors don't just lose part of their body, they lose the life they once knew. For Ramon Padilla, that meant letting go of his dreams of a long military career and finding a new mission in recovery. What he didn't expect was the game of golf to become his therapy, his challenge, and his motivation. In this episode, you'll hear how golf helped him rebuild his life, connect w...

We share why Truman Charities has chosen the Salute Military Golf Association (SMGA) as the beneficiary for our upcoming Halloween event. You'll hear directly from SMGA Executive Director CJ Johnson and Veteran Jason David about the impactful work they do. Additionally, we'll provide details about the Halloween event itself, including some of our incredible raffle and auction items, cost...

13 families a day are told their child has brain cancer. This statistic is rising, yet pediatric brain cancer is still underfunded and advances in treatment options aren't coming fast enough.  In this episode, host Jamie Truman speaks with one mother who refused to wait and built a foundation to fund more research and bring hope to families. Nicole Giroux, founder of the Lilabean Foundation,...

$2.5 million raised and still going! Truman Charities continues to make an impact, and this time it's children that take center stage in our fundraising efforts. Their courage, energy, and teamwork show how giving back can inspire growth at every age.   In this episode, host Jamie Truman recaps the JUST TRYAN IT Kids Triathlon that raised $15,000 to support families fighting pediatric cancer....

Independence isn’t about doing everything alone. It’s about having choices. That’s exactly how Seeking Employment Equality and Community (SEEC) supports people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, providing lifelong support but letting them lead the way. - In this episode, CEO Karen Lee shares how this philosophy has helped people ease into adulthood, build connections in the communit...