

The Business of Giving
The Business of Giving
Denver Frederick is the Host of The Business of Giving. The program is the only show of its kind that focuses on solutions to today's complex social problems. What's working? Who are the changemakers? How is it all being financed? The program addresses issues such as global poverty, affordable housing, clean drinking water, medical breakthroughs, and matters related to education.
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Sep 28, 2023 • 11min
A Values-Driven Culture: The BBB Pacific Southwest Experience
Recent events have compelled nonprofit organizations to change the way they get work done, how they deliver their services, and what they do to achieve a more just and equitable society. So, The Business of Giving has connected with those organizations that are doing this exceptionally well in a segment we call: The Paths Forward. Because there is more than just one way.

Sep 18, 2023 • 33min
Transforming Citizens into Change Agents: Global Citizen's Mission to Eradicate Extreme Poverty
The following is a conversation between Liza Henshaw, President of Global Citizen, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.

Sep 12, 2023 • 36min
Brandee McHale: Crafting a Holistic Toolkit for Positive Societal Change with Citi
The following is a conversation between Brandee McHale, the Head of Community Investing and Development at Citi and President of the Citi Foundation, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.

Sep 7, 2023 • 35min
WINGS' Visionary Approach: A Deep Dive with Benjamin Bellegy into Tomorrow's Philanthropy
The following is a conversation between Benjamin Bellegy, the Executive Director of WINGS, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.

Aug 18, 2023 • 12min
An In-Depth Look at Fairfield County’s Community Foundation Workplace Culture
Recent events have compelled nonprofit organizations to change the way they get work done, how they deliver their services, and what they do to achieve a more just and equitable society. So, The Business of Giving has connected with those organizations that are doing this exceptionally well in a segment we call: The Paths Forward. Because there is more than just one way.

Aug 16, 2023 • 24min
Government in the Digital Age: A Dialogue with Jennifer Pahlka
The following is a conversation between Jennifer Pahlka, author of Recoding America: Why Government Is Failing in the Digital Age and How We Can Do Better, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.

Aug 8, 2023 • 29min
Harnessing Human Capacity: The Key to Building Successful Teams
The following is a conversation between Robert Glazer, the founder and chairman of Acceleration Partners and author of Elevate Your Team: Empower Your Team To Reach Their Full Potential and Build A Business That Builds Leaders, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
In a world where organizations grapple with a myriad of challenges ranging from talent retention to fostering innovation, the quest for high-performance teams is more important than ever. The answer to these dilemmas may lie in understanding the interplay between culture, purpose, and individual empowerment.
Elevate Your Team could be the beacon organizations have been searching for. It demonstrates how investing in people and aligning them with the purpose can catalyze unprecedented levels of performance.
And here to discuss it with us is Robert Glazer, the Founder and Chairman of Acceleration Partners and author of Elevate Your Team: Empower Your Team To Reach Their Full Potential and Build A Business That Builds Leaders.

Aug 6, 2023 • 21min
Securing the Stewardship of Nature: A Conversation with Nonette Royo of The Tenure Facility
The following is a conversation between Nonette Royo, Executive Director of The Tenure Facility, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
The Tenure Facility is an NGO based in Stockholm that works in partnership with indigenous peoples and local communities to strengthen their tenure and ability to preserve, protect, and enjoy the benefits of their traditional lands, territories, and resources. These rich biodiverse areas are vital to the people who steward them and the planet we all share.
And here to tell us more about their vital work is Nonette Royo, the executive director of the Tenure Facility.

Aug 5, 2023 • 29min
Designing the Future: A Conversation with Futurist Nikolas Badminton
The following is a conversation between Nikolas Badminton, chief futurist at futures.com and author of Facing Our Futures: How Foresight, Futures Design and Strategy Creates Prosperity and Growth, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
In an era of rapid change and uncertainty, the ability to examine and prepare for the future is paramount for any organization. By understanding potential challenges and opportunities, nonprofit organizations can make more informed decisions and thrive in the face of adversity. One resource that equips leaders to do just that is Facing Our Futures. It guides readers in developing the necessary foresight and strategy to navigate the unpredictable.
And it's a pleasure to have with us the mind behind this invaluable guide. He is Nikolas Badminton, the chief futurist at futurist.com, and author of Facing Our Futures: How Foresight, Futures Design and Strategy Creates Prosperity and Growth.

Aug 4, 2023 • 31min
Redefining Mental Health: Lessons from a Community-based Model
The following is a conversation between Daisy Rosales, Executive Director of Brio, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.
Brio advances global mental health and wellbeing through design and collaboration with local leaders and organizations. Since 2018, Brio has worked with impact organizations in Latin America, Asia, and the United States creating innovative programs in marginalized communities. And here to tell us more about their work is Daisy Rosales, the executive director of Brio. Welcome to The Business of Giving, Daisy.


