The Heart of Giving Podcast
BBB Wise Giving Alliance
The Heart of Giving Podcast is hosted by Bennett Weiner, President and CEO of BBB Wise Giving Alliance. The podcast celebrates the transformative effects that giving and service have on the human spirit and community.As host, Bennett interviews a diverse range of guests including non-profit leaders, social entrepreneurs, business executives, celebrities, authors, and everyday heroes about their experiences with philanthropy and community service. The conversations spotlight inspirational stories of how giving back has impacted the lives of his guests and the people they serve.Through storytelling and thoughtful discussion, The Heart of Giving Podcast explores the meaningful reasons, profound effects, and personal fulfillment that come from supporting worthy causes and helping others in need. The podcast aims to educate and encourage listeners to embrace the spirit of generosity.
Episodes
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Sep 26, 2023 • 21min
Art Goes Solo to Discuss Impact, Collaboration and the Relationship Between the Two
In this week's episode, our Host and the CEO of BBB Wise Giving Alliance, Art Taylor, talks about the connection between impact and collaboration in the nonprofit sector.
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Sep 19, 2023 • 36min
Indiana University Lilly School of Philanthropy Focuses on Leadership
In this week's episode, our guest is Cindy M. Lott, Clinical Professor of Philanthropic Studies; Director, Professional Doctorate of Philanthropic Leadership; Stead Policy Fellow. Listen now as Cindy shares the details of new, exciting developments at Indiana University's Lilly Family School of Philanthropy.
Sep 12, 2023 • 22min
Basic Giving Tips for Donor
In this week's episode, the Host of The Heart of Giving Podcast and the CEO of Give.org, Art Taylor, offers some basic giving tips for donors to help them make wise giving decisions. Have questions/comments/suggestions? Don't forget to follow or subscribe and leave a comment on iTunes. Follow us on Instagram @bbbwisegive and X @wisegiving.
Sep 4, 2023 • 39min
Today’s Muscular Dystrophy Association
This week our guest is Donald S. Wood, Ph.D, President and CEO of the Muscular Dystrophy Association. He discusses recent breakthroughs in medical research and treatment of auto immune diseases. He also looks fondly back on their historic Labor Day weekend telethon.
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Aug 29, 2023 • 28min
Personal Giving Portfolios - Charity Navigator’s Latest Venture
This week our guests are Michael Thatcher, President and CEO, Charity Navigator, and Ben Horwitz, Vice President of Business Development & New Ventures, Charity Navigator. Listen now to learn more about their latest venture!
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Aug 22, 2023 • 34min
Integrating Purpose into Business – The Case of Traditional Medicinals
In this week's episode, our guest is Jamie Horst, Chief Purpose Officer, Traditional Medicinals. Jamie manages the company's sustainability efforts, and she shares more about Traditional Medicinals' philanthropic activities. Listen now to learn more!
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Aug 15, 2023 • 52min
Robin Steinberg Tells Us What America’s Criminal Justice System Could Look Like Without Bail
In this week's episode, our guest is Robin Steinberg, the founder of the Bail Project and three other high-impact organizations: the Bronx Defenders, the Bronx Freedom Fund, and Still She Rises.
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Aug 8, 2023 • 22min
Thoughts about Clothing Donations
In this episode, our Host and CEO of BBB Wise Giving Alliance, Art Taylor, shares his thoughts on clothing donations.
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Aug 1, 2023 • 49min
Give.org Donor Trust Report - Exploring Reasons for the Decline in Donor Participation
In this week's episode, our guest is Elvia Castro, Associate Director, Charity Evaluation, BBB Wise Giving Alliance. We discuss the findings of our latest Donor Trust Special Report: Donor Participation.
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Jul 25, 2023 • 39min
Is it Safe to Donate Using GoFundMe?
In this week's episode, our guest is Margaret Richardson, the Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at GoFundMe. Margaret joined GoFundMe in May 2022 to lead a newly established corporate affairs team after decades in both the public and private sectors. Listen now!
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