You Are A Philanthropist

In this episode, Jenn Klein interviews Michelle Highberg, co-founder of Just Gather Wellness, a nonprofit focused on improving mental wellness through digital detox, gratitude, nature, and the arts. Michelle shares how rising screen dependency and social disconnection inspired her mission to help youth and families reconnect with themselves and others. She discusses the power of gratitude, breathw...

In this heartfelt and deeply compassionate episode, Jenn sits down with Allison Schaaf — Founder of Miscarriage Hope Desk, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting women through pregnancy loss and fertility struggles. Allison opens up about her own journey with recurrent miscarriage, the loneliness and unanswered questions she faced, and how those painful experiences led her to create a place of eviden...

Start your day with purpose, peace, and generosity. In this short episode, Jenn guides you through powerful, heart-centered truths designed to ground you in who you are: a giver, a helper, a light in your community. These affirmations will help you: ✨ Begin the morning with clarity and calm ✨ Connect to your calling as a philanthropist next door ✨ Release pressure and step into joy ✨ Invite ab...

Today, Giving is Selfish is celebrating its two-year anniversary  — and the ripple effect has stretched farther than I ever imagined, reaching readers in the U.S., Canada, Germany, Australia, and The Netherlands. In this special anniversary episode, I: 📖 Read an excerpt from the book — my personal story of growing up around generosity 💬 Share powerful reviews from readers who’ve felt its impact...

In this inspiring conversation, Jenn sits down with Heidi Johnson, Founder of Charity Matters — a platform amplifying the stories of everyday changemakers who are making a difference in their communities. Heidi shares how a personal loss became the catalyst for a movement that has inspired thousands. She talks about what drives people to give, the ripple effect of generosity, and how storytelling...

Starting fresh with Season 5, I’m back—and today I’m sharing why I stepped away, what’s ahead for the podcast, and why generosity matters now more than ever. In this episode, I talk about: What led to my pause and what I learned from it The heart of You Are A Philanthropist and why it’s not changing Upcoming episodes you can look forward to How small acts of kindness—like office baked goods—can li...

In this episode, we talk with Riri from the Reimagining Life Podcast. Riri is a disability advocate as a podcast host sharing stories of hope, resilience, and support. Tune in to hear about how Riri is making the world a better place through sharing stories and offering support to those who need to be uplifted. For more information on this episode, please go to my website at www.youareaphilanthrop...

In this episode, we talk with philanthropist Jennifer Cunningham. Jennifer has led teams that have managed thousands of volunteers at Cornell and Lehigh Universities and personally volunteered at a dozen organizations in her life. Tune in to hear how Jennifer is making the world a better place through nonprofit leadership and volunteering in her community, too. For more information on this episode...

In this episode, we talk with philanthropist Jonathan Jacobs. Jonathan (JJ) is the Founder and Executive Director of Rawkstars, a nonprofit that teaches life skills through music. Tune in to hear how JJ is making the world a better place by sharing his passion for music with others. Jonathan Jacobs (JJ) says, "The Greater Good through social impact programming, entrepreneurship, philanthropy and v...

In this episode, we talk with philanthropist Will Murley. Will Murley is a former Catholic missionary now in finance. Tune in to hear how Will is making the world a better place by sharing his Christian-values investing.  For full episode show notes, please go to my website at www.youareaphilanthropist.com/podcast

In this episode, host Jenn Klein shares her first podcast guest recording going back to 2020. Raising Your Inner Voice was a live radio show focused on how we can be better for our neighbors and ourselves. Tune in to hear Jenn share her enthusiasm for giving of your time, talent and treasure and how it boomerangs back to you.

In this episode, we talk with philanthropist Dr. Ana Jimenez-Hami. Dr. Ana is the Founder and Executive Director of the Orange County Children’s Therapeutic Arts Center (OCCTAC), a nonprofit (501c3) organization located in the City of Santa Ana and founded in the year 2000. Tune in to hear how Dr. Ana is making the world a better place through giving her time, energy, and passion for children's th...

In this episode, we talk with philanthropist Erin Cummings. Erin is an entrepreneur, having founded a Yoga business, currently studying for her M.S. in entrepreneurship, and created two funds at Wichita State University for future business owners. Tune in to hear how Erin is making the world a better place through giving her time, energy, passion, and dollars.  For show notes and details on how to...

In this episode, we talk with philanthropist Megan Whitney. Since burning out a decade ago, her mission has been preventing the same exhaustion for other women working in nonprofits. She leads a mindfulness community and coaches changemakers to build peaceful, healthy lives — for themselves and others. At Feeding America, Megan has spent the past seven years fighting hunger as a fundraiser, fundra...

In this episode, we talk with philanthropist Dr. Kirk Adams. Kirk became blind around age 5 and grew up to be resilient and compassionate to those who are also affected by blindness. He went on to became the Past President of the Board and CEO of the American Foundation for the Blind and has since become a consultant in his own practice called Innovative Impact. Tune in to hear how Kirk is making...

In this episode we talk to Sonya Perez-Lauterbach. Sonya is a Certified Coach, Change Expert, and creator of Leadership Atlas - a holistic approach to leadership development that integrates the mental, emotional, and embodied aspects of leading. Tune in to how she talks about her family, global travel, and Latina culture in influencing who she is today and how she extends generosity to her coachin...

In this episode, we talk with Jenna Hermans. Jenna is Co-founder and COO of  Be Courageous  a transformation agency, a busy mom of 4, a high-performance coach, and the author of  Chaos to Calm: 5 Ways Busy Parents Can Break Free From Overwhelm . Tune in to hear her wisdom on the dynamic power of giving and receiving and how you can make a difference with small steps in helping others (and don’t fo...

In this episode, we talk to Michelle Valiukenas. Michelle is a dedicated mom, storyteller, and advocate. She is the Co-founder of the Collette Louise Tisdahl Foundation, whose mission it is to improve outcomes of pregnancy, prematurity, and infancy as well as aid in the grieving process through financial assistance, education and advocacy. Tune in to learn about what she says about founding a nonp...

In this episode, we talk to Glen Carnahan.  Glen is on the board of the Littleton Youth Soccer Club where he has volunteered the past 5 years. Listen in to hear what he has to say about his love of giving and the support he gets from his family in order to give back. 

In this episode, we talk to Natalie Silverstein. Natalie is an author, speaker, award-winning podcast host, nonprofit founder and passionate advocate for family and youth service. Hear Natalie’s thoughts on how you can make a difference in the world and how being kind can cause a ripple effect you don’t even know about.  Natalie’s website:  https://simpleactsguide.com/

In this episode, we talk with Eric Goodman, President and CEO of MVS, Inc. Eric also serves on the boards of Ronald McDonald House Charities, Junior Achievement, and more. Learn how Eric got started in philanthropy and how he found his purpose. For episode show notes, visit: www.youareaphilanthropist.com/podcast

In this episode, we talk to Holly Morrell, the Founder and CEO of Heartfelt. Heartfelt provides cardiac screening in order to save lives from preventable tragedies due to Sudden Cardiac Death. Learn how Holly got started, who inspired her to do this important work, and what her vision is for making the world a better place.  For more information on Heartfelt and to contact Holly, go to www.heartfe...

In this episode we talk to Leoma Gilley. Leoma is a retired Wycliff Bible Translator. Tune in to hear more about what she has to say about her work translating the Bible in Sudan, where she lived for 20 years. 

In this episode, I’m sharing a podcast interview I had on the Lead With Heart podcast. The host, Haley Cooper, is a Certified Fundraising Executive, Certified Stress Management Coach, and EmC Trainer. We talk about my book, work-life balance, health and wellness, and the reason why people give back. How to find Haley:  Instagram: @thesavvyfundraiser  LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/haley-co...

In this episode, we talk with Dr. Vinnie Cappetta. Vinnie is a Counselor in Residence at Crossroads Community Church and at Check Your Compass counseling ministry. Listen in to hear how he gives back to his church, as a counselor, and as the leader of Positive Intelligence coaching groups. For full episode show notes and resources go to: www.youareaphilanthropist.com/podcast