You Are A Philanthropist

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 evidence-based resources, community, and hope for others walking the same road. Together, we explore the power of storytelling and shared grief and how philanthropy can grow out of the hardest chapters of our lives. Whether you have personally experienced loss or love someone who has, this episode offers validation, comfort, and a reminder that no one should have to navigate this journey alone.You can find Miscarriage Hope Desk on their website www.miscarriagehopedesk.org, on instagram, Substack, and wherever you listen to your podcasts.Next steps with Jenn:Download my FREE Guide "The Busy Givers Guide to Feeling Better Fast" on my website at www.youareaphilanthropist.comPurchase my book "Giving is Selfish" on Amazon today: https://a.co/d/03juDIvJoin my community of philanthropists at jennklein.substack.comGet on my calendar to for a one-hour coaching call: https://calendly.com/youareaphilanthropist/Email me: jklein@youareaphilanthropist.com

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 abundance, gratitude, and love into your day✨ Remember how your small acts create a ripple effect of good Take a deep breath.Let these words settle into your heart.You were made to give and live well — and this is your reminder. Press play and carry this generosity with you today.

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🌱 Reflect on how giving can fill us up instead of draining us🎁 Announce a special anniversary sale on the book through the end of the monthThis book is for the everyday philanthropist — the parent, volunteer, nonprofit leader, caregiver, or community builder — who gives so much of themselves and deserves to feel the joy that comes from living generously.🎧 Listen in, celebrate with me, and help spread the ripple effect of good.Next steps:Download my FREE Guide "The Busy Givers Guide to Feeling Better Fast" on my website at www.youareaphilanthropist.comPurchase my book "Giving is Selfish" on Amazon today: https://a.co/d/03juDIvJoin my community of philanthropists at jennklein.substack.comGet on my calendar to for a one-hour coaching call: https://calendly.com/youareaphilanthropist/Email me: jklein@youareaphilanthropist.com

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 can be one of the most powerful tools for good.In this episode, you’ll learn:How Heidi turned pain into purpose through philanthropyWhy storytelling can transform the way we think about givingHow ordinary people can create extraordinary changeThe power of hope, resilience, and community impactHeidi reminds us that philanthropy starts with one person deciding to make a difference — and that person can be you.Next steps:Download my FREE Guide "The Busy Givers Guide to Feeling Better Fast" on my website at www.youareaphilanthropist.comPurchase my book "Giving is Selfish" on Amazon today: https://a.co/d/03juDIvJoin my community of philanthropists at jennklein.substack.comGet on my calendar to for a one-hour coaching call: https://calendly.com/youareaphilanthropist/Email me: jklein@youareaphilanthropist.com

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 itThe heart of You Are A Philanthropist and why it’s not changingUpcoming episodes you can look forward toHow small acts of kindness—like office baked goods—can lift heavy daysWhy generosity is part of healing in divided and difficult timesIf the world has felt heavy lately, this episode is a reminder that everyday generosity still creates ripples of hope.Next steps:Download my FREE Guide "The Busy Givers Guide to Feeling Better Fast" on my website at www.youareaphilanthropist.comPurchase my book "Giving is Selfish" on Amazon today: https://a.co/d/03juDIvJoin my community of philanthropists at jennklein.substack.comGet on my calendar to for a one-hour coaching call: https://calendly.com/youareaphilanthropist/Email me: jklein@youareaphilanthropist.com

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.youareaphilanthropist.com/podcastCheck out Riri's favorite charities she recommends supporting: World Kitchen, UNICEF, and Special OlympicsWhat if you could change the world today without being drained of your time and energy? Next steps:Purchase my book "Giving is Selfish" on Amazon today: https://a.co/d/aIRhmM1Join my community of philanthropists at jennklein.substack.comGet on my calendar to for a one-hour coaching call: https://calendly.com/youareaphilanthropist/Sign up for my free newsletter and go to my website for more details: www.youareaphilanthropist.comEmail me: jklein@youareaphilanthropist.com

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, please go to my website at www.youareaphilanthropist.com/podcastCheck out Jennifer's favorite charities she recommends supporting: Rotary International and CAT-Coalition for Appropriate Transportation.What if you could change the world today without being drained of your time and energy? Next steps:Purchase my book "Giving is Selfish" on Amazon today: https://a.co/d/aIRhmM1Join my community of philanthropists at jennklein.substack.comGet on my calendar to for a one-hour coaching call: https://calendly.com/youareaphilanthropist/Sign up for my free newsletter and go to my website for more details: www.youareaphilanthropist.comEmail me: jklein@youareaphilanthropist.com

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 volunteerism is my life’s work. Combining the skills and education I’ve accumulated through careers in music, technology, business, creative production, consulting and nonprofit leadership, Rawkstars is a reflection of my own life story. My approach never appeared in a five-year plan, corporate presentation or taught to me in books. It arrived authentically out of necessity, hard work and desire. Through my own lived experience."For more information on Rawkstars, go to www.rawkstars.orgWhat if you could change the world today without being drained of your time and energy? Purchase my book "Giving is Selfish" on Amazon today: https://a.co/d/aIRhmM1Sign up for my free newsletter and go to my website for more details: www.youareaphilanthropist.com

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 therapeutic art programming.For full episode show notes, please go to my website at www.youareaphilanthropist.com/podcast

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 reach Erin, go to www.youareaphilanthropist.com/podcast

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, fundraising consultant, and meditation teacher. Tune in to hear how Megan is making the world a better place and her passion for mindfulness. For show notes and details on how to reach Megan, go to www.youareaphilanthropist.com/podcast

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 the world a better place and works to have it more equitable and inclusive. For show notes and details on how to reach Kirk, go to www.youareaphilanthropist.com/podcast

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 coaching clients. For episode show notes and details on how to reach Sonya, go to www.youareaphilanthropist.com/podcast

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 forget to practice self-care). 

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 nonprofit and how creating this foundation was part of her own healing journey after the loss of her daughter Colette.Learn more about her organization, here: https://colettelouise.com/

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.heartfeltscreening.org. For additional show notes, go too www.youareaphilanthropist.com/podcast