Civic Warriors

Leaders in the nonprofit industry share their stories from the front lines of adversity. Where innovation meets determination, they withstand all odds to drive their mission forward and effect change. Each story's unique, each struggle's worth the fight, but the goal is constant - to make an impact. Join us on our journey to find the stories that are hidden beneath the corporate veil. Our guests open up on how they try, fail and overcome in their fight to fulfill their mission. Through their experiences, we can join forces to become civic warriors in our communities.

Civic Warriors Episode 75: How Community Foundations Amplify Giving With Greater Houston Community Foundation

In this episode of Civic Warriors, we sit down with Steve Maislin, President and CEO of the Greater Houston Community Foundation (GHCF), to explore how community foundations drive meaningful, lasting impact. Steve shares his journey to The Community Foundation and discusses how the organization partners with local nonprofits and stewards charitable assets to strengthen the Houston region. We’ll dive into the role of donor advised funds (DAFs), the importance of strategic philanthropy, and how...

11-11
34:19

Civic Warriors Episode 74: Empowering Families and Inspiring Hope With Family Promise of Bergen County

Join us for this episode of Civic Warriors, where we speak with Kate Duggan, Executive Director, and Paul Shackford, Board President & Trustee of Family Promise of Bergen County. Kate and Paul share how they became involved with the organization and the impact it has on families facing housing and food insecurity. Support the show

09-22
41:33

Civic Warriors Episode 73: Supporting Service Members On Their Terms With Sound Off

In this episode, William Negley shares his personal journey and motivation behind founding Sound Off, a non-profit dedicated to breaking down the cultural, bureaucratic, and psychological barriers that often prevent veterans and service members from seeking mental health support. He explains how Sound Off’s unique model and innovative app are transforming access to care, connecting previously unserved populations with the help they need. William also highlights the organization’s partnerships...

08-14
42:15

Civic Warriors Episode 72: Philanthropy in Action With California Fire Foundation

Join us for this episode of Civic Warriors as we speak with Angie Carmignani, Executive Director of the California Fire Foundation (CFF). CFF is a nonprofit that provides emotional and financial assistance to fallen firefighters’ families, active firefighters, and the communities they serve. Angie shares how CFF supports California communities before, during, and after disasters, funds safety-focused projects, and ensures both professional and volunteer firefighters get the help they need. Sh...

06-26
40:05

Civic Warriors Episode 71: Protecting Our Planet With Perpetual Use

In this episode of Civic Warriors, hosts speak with Ellie Moss and Dagny Tucker, Co-Founders and Co-Executive Directors of Perpetual Use, a nonprofit organization tackling the challenge of single-use waste through immersive reuse systems. They share the story behind launching Perpetual, their innovative approach to reducing waste and the cities they’re currently partnering with. The conversation also explores the process of implementing a large-scale reuse infrastructure and its projected out...

05-14
35:54

Civic Warriors Episode 70: The Giving Circle Movement With Grapevine Giving

In this episode of Civic Warriors, we sit down with Emily Rasmussen, Founder & CEO of Grapevine Giving, to explore the power of collective philanthropy through the Giving Circle movement. Support the show

04-23
32:00

Civic Warriors Episode 69: A Journey of Resilience With Community Hope

Join us for this episode of Civic Warriors as we welcome back Carmine Deo, CEO of Community Hope, a New Jersey-based nonprofit dedicated to empowering individuals through mental health, housing, and veteran support programs. Support the show

03-31
44:31

Civic Warriors Episode 68: Understanding and Diagnosing VEXAS With The VEXAS Foundation

In this episode of Civic Warriors, we discuss VEXAS syndrome with Joe Holman, Sustainability and ESG Services Practice Leader at Withum and President of the VEXAS Foundation. Support the show

01-16
34:55

Civic Warriors Episode 67: Building Brighter Futures With Home Builders Institute

Join us for this episode of Civic Warriors, where we speak with Ed Brady, President and CEO of Home Builders Institute. Support the show

11-20
38:40

Civic Warriors Episode 66: A Centennial Celebration With Central Scholarship Bureau

Join us for this episode of Civic Warriors, where we speak with Tierra Dorsey, President of Central Scholarship Bureau. Support the show

10-24
42:26

Civic Warriors Episode 65: Advocacy and Awareness With Blinded Veterans Association

Join us for this episode of Civic Warriors, where we speak with Donald Overton, National Executive Director of Blinded Veterans Association. Support the show

10-03
53:46

Civic Warriors Episode 64: Combating Isolation and Finding Community With Project Refit

Join us for this episode of Civic Warriors, where we speak with James Corbett, Co-Founder of Project Refit. Support the show

09-03
29:15

Civic Warriors Episode 63: Fundraising Home Runs With Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and the Jimmy Fund

Join us for this episode of Civic Warriors, where we speak with Melany Duval, Senior Vice President and Chief Philanthropy Officer of Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. Support the show

07-23
34:32

Civic Warriors Episode 62: The Race for Inclusion With Special Olympics Florida

Join us for this episode of Civic Warriors, where we speak with Sherry Wheelock, President and CEO of Special Olympics Florida, and Maryann Gonzalez, a Coordinator of Sports and an athlete in Special Olympics Florida. Support the show

06-25
38:40

Civic Warriors Episode 61: Impact Accounting With IFVI

In this episode of Civic Warriors, we speak with Rob Zochowski, President and CEO of International Foundation for Valuing Impacts (IFVI). Support the show

05-30
42:31

Civic Warriors Episode 60: Mental Health Awareness With The Wake Up Project

In this episode of Civic Warriors, Brad sits down with Vince Giardino, Founder of The Wake Up Project. Support the show

04-30
48:06

Civic Warriors Episode 59: BookSmiles: Spreading Joy and Literacy with Larry Abrams

Join us for an exciting episode of Civic Warriors with our guest Larry Abrams, Founder of BookSmiles, a 501c3 not-for-profit organization that distributes new and gently used children's books to children and families living in underserved communities. Support the show

04-02
26:19

Civic Warriors Episode 58: Let’s Collaborate With NJ Association of Community Providers

In this episode of Civic Warriors, Brad sits down with Valerie Sellers, Chief Executive Officer of the New Jersey Association of Community Providers (NJACP). Support the show

03-13
41:06

Civic Warriors Episode 57: How Veterans Are Becoming Warrior Strong

In this episode of Civic Warriors, we speak with Tom Tice, Chief Executive Officer of Warrior Strong. Support the show

02-27
37:40

Civic Warriors Episode 56: Let’s Learn More About Epilepsy

In this episode of Civic Warriors, we speak with David Manchon, Executive Director of the Epilepsy Association. Support the show

02-12
33:17

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