All Episodes (48)

1. 1. Ted Simendinger | Baseball And Brotherhood Changing The World

   Author, speaker, teacher and master storyteller Ted Simendinger paints a picture of how a group of guys turned their brotherhood, and their love of baseball, into the No Bats Baseball Club, an organization that has donated more than $2.2 million to more than 40 charities across the U.S. and beyond and made our world better.To learn more about Ted's speaking, books and sales talent development, visit his website at www.oceanpalmer.com, or contact him directly at at [email protected] To learn m

   Jun 30,2022 32:25
2. 2. Valerie Lunka | Elevating Self-Esteem, Dignity And More With Clothes

   For self-esteem, appearance matters, especially when you are a young student trying to navigate the world of elementary, middle or high school. The good people at Clothes To Kids figured it out - clothe a kid and you'll change their life. Clothes to Kids Executive Director Valerie Lunka shares how the organization elevates confidence and dignity and provides an awesome customer experience to the people they serve and the organization's army of volunteers.To learn more about Clothes To Kids or to

   Jun 27,2022 27:26
3. 3. Bill Hanzlik | Setting The ”Gold” Standard For Community Impact

   Few professional athletes "walk the walk" of giving back to the community like Bill Hanzlik, CEO of the Gold Crown Foundation. From humble beginnings of a one-week girl's basketball camp, Hanzlik and his team have grown the Gold Crown Foundation to one of the premier youth sports and education organizations in the Rocky Mountain region. Bill's passion for making a difference in the lives of young people will shine through as he explains the philosophies and means the Gold Crown Foundation has us

   Jun 20,2022 28:10
4. 4. Bill Ficke | Pizza And Changing The World

   "Big Bill" Ficke is a Denver legend who is dedicated to making our world better through his business success at Big Bill's NY Pizza. Bill is fulfilling his life's calling to help others with his annual "9/11 Day of Giving" fundraiser has raised nearly $2 million for families fighting cancer. His story ties together his love affair with basketball, his entrepreneurial spirit, his New York roots and the deep love he carries for his departed wife JoAnn.To learn more about Big Bill's NY Pizza and su

   Jun 13,2022 28:33
5. 5. Catharina Hughey, MSW | Transforming Lives, Companies With Coffee

   The transformation of a raw coffee bean to a magically delicious drink is a perfect metaphor for what happens at Dirt Coffee, an awesome social enterprise in the Denver Metro area. You’ll enjoy this conversation with Executive Director Caterina Hughey about how her and her team are preparing neurodivergent people to enter the workforce and at the same time how they help companies tap into this great sphere of potential employees.This podcast has been brought to you by JC Charity Services – we he

   Mar 13,2023 32:57
6. 6. Papa Dia | Helping Others Realize American Dreams

   Taking on the scary and daunting task of immigrating to a new country in search of a better life is something Papa Dia, founder and President of the African Leadership Group knows first hand, and you will hear how he is using his experience and his belief that we are all capable of helping each other to help thousands to live the American Dream.This podcast was produced by JC Charity Services - we help make organizations great. To learn what we could do for yours, visit www.makingourworldbetter.

   Mar 06,2023 32:15
7. 7. Tim Kachuriak | Reaching New Horizons In Fundraising

   In the competitive arena of fundraising, nonprofits are always looking for ways to stand out. Anybody involved with a nonprofit is going to be blown away by and benefit from hearing how Tim Kachuriak and his team at NextAfter are using data, research and even secret shoppers to help organizations reach new fundraising horizons through a higher plane of digital expertise.This podcast was brought to you by JC Charity Services. We help build great organizations and we’d love to have a conversation

   Feb 27,2023 29:44
8. 8. John Oliver | Creating Scale, Changing Lives

   What would happen if sophisticated business concepts like long-term growth and scale plans, executive coaching, analytics and data evaluation and financial modeling were applied to a nonprofit? You’ll find out from John Oliver as he explains how Elevate USA is doing all of that and more to impact a rapidly growing number of young people all across the country.This podcast is brought to you by JC Charity Services - we help build great organizations and you can find out how at www.makingourworldbe

   Feb 20,2023 41:03
9. 9. Carlos Martinez | Building More Unity, Capacity and Connections

   In a world edging towards more and more division, Carlos Martinez, President and CEO of the Latino Community Foundation of Colorado, and his organization are serving as an inspiring ray of hope - making connections, building capacity and creating more unity to help hundreds of nonprofit organizations serving the Denver Metro area.This podcast has been brought to you by JC Charity Services - we help build great organizations and if you are in interested in how we might be able to bolster your eff

   Feb 13,2023 32:50
10. 10. Michelle Curran | Setting Your Sights On Unimaginable Heights

    After reaching the pinnacle of a military aviation career as an F-16 Fighter Pilot and Lead Soloist for the U.S. Thunderbirds demonstration team, Michelle “MACE” Curran chose to take lessons she learned from achieving her flying dreams, like overcoming fears and self-doubt and allowing herself to be more open, to inspire others in all walks of life that you, too, can find ways to break barriers and soar. You will be inspired by Michelle’s humility and her passion to help other through her experi

    Feb 06,2023 36:54
11. 11. Elsa Holquín | Transformation Through Early Childhood Education

    When somebody’s path leads them to the perfect position where their expertise and experience collide with a mission they are passionate about, magical results create can change and impact an entire community. A textbook example is Elsa Holquín, Executive Director of the Denver Preschool Program. You’ll hear how Elsa’s path culminated in her leading this incredible organization that creates a launching point for all families in Denver for life-changing early childhood education..This podcast was

    Jan 30,2023 43:45
12. 12. Dr. Halim Ali | Changing A Life Uplifts Humanity

    After taking a gunshot to the chest and surviving, then later finding himself incarcerated, Dr. Halim Ali made a new decision – that he was not going to waste his life, he was going to use it to elevate others who were navigating some of the dark tunnels he’s been through in his life. This led to founding From the Heart Enterprises, a Denver nonprofit having a tremendous impact on people of all ages. Dr. Ali is a true force for good and I can’t wait to share his inspiration - on this episode of

    Jan 24,2023 40:33
13. 13. Bill Morris | Harnessing Special Peoples’ Super Powers

    Every person has a super power. Finding the super power that lies within people with autism and other cognitive special needs so they can become awesome members of the workforce is the super power Bill Morris, CEO of Blue Star Recyclers, has harnessed to create an awesome organization that is producing eye-popping results in the world of electronics recycling.This podcast has been brought to you by JC Charity and Events Services. If you’re interested in how I might be able to bolster your effort

    Jan 16,2023 41:08
14. 14. Lauren Czajka | Unleashing Youth To Change The World

    Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Kailash Satyarthi, who campaigned against child labor, said “No segment in the society can match with the power, idealism, enthusiasm and courage of the young people.” You will hear from Executive Director Lauren Sika, how her innovative organization Youth Roots is bringing this quote to life in the philanthropic sector by growing and nurturing the leaders and change agents of both today and tomorrow.This podcast is brought to you by JC Charity & Events Services - I'd

    Jan 09,2023 22:16
15. 15. Bradley Cook, Ed.D. | Virtual Solution To Age Old Issues

    Finding time, talent and funding to accomplish all the things nonprofit leaders and small business owners are responsible for and striving for and bolster the bottom line is a never-ending battle. Veteran and social entrepreneur Dr. Bradley Caro Cook shares how he is generating a solution to these age-old issues with virtual assistants through his organization Super Virtuals. This podcast was brought to you by JC Charity and Events Services – if you are interested in how I can bolster your effor

    Jan 03,2023 31:28
16. 16. Lloyd Lewis | Lessons Learned From Building the arc

    This conversation originally aired in July of 2022, but the lessons Lloyd Lewis, CEO of arc Thrift Stores provided are so strong I wanted to share them again.To learn more about aft Thrift Stores, visit www.arcthrift.com.Best wishes for a Merry Christmas! 

    Dec 21,2022 34:35
17. 17. William Browning | Creating Hope For Equity Through ECE

    If we really want to be serious about equity, future workforce development and generally, hope for the future of our country, it should all start with Early Childhood education. You’ll hear from CEO William Browning how Clayton Early Learning in Denver is leading a charge to serve children, their families and educators to create valuable and positive outcomes that will ripple across Colorado and the nation. William also shares some master leadership lessons I know you will appreciate.This podcas

    Nov 28,2022 30:34
18. 18. Andrea Filz | Elevating Military Veteran Transitions

    After a military career of tremendous leadership responsibility and service, navigating an everyday civilian career can present difficult obstacles in ways most of us take for granted. You’ll hear from Andrea Filz how she and her team of mentors, alumni and volunteers at Salute Colorado are supporting military veterans with awesome programs to help with successful life-altering transitionsThis podcast was brought to you by JC Charity and events services. If you’re interested in how I can help bo

    Nov 11,2022 40:17
19. 19. Jonathan Tee | Striving For Human Flourishing

    When a passion for creating opportunities for all people to live the American Dream collides with decades of high level experience in the public, private and nonprofit sectors, the result is a mission laser-focused on human flourishing as you'll hear from Jonathan Tee, partner of the impactful Oak Rose Group and Oak Rose Fund.This podcast is brought to you by JC Charity & Events Services - if you're interested in how I can bolster your efforts or help your team achieve its goals, let's talk: www

    Nov 07,2022 36:50
20. 20. Doug McConnell | Fighting ALS In The Open Water

    The diagnosis of ALS is about as cruel as a medical diagnosis comes, but you’ll hear how in the wake of not one but two family ALS diagnosis, Doug McConnell, co-founder of A Long Swim, along with his sister Ellen, decided to fight back and are making a real difference in the epicenter of ALS research at Northwestern University in Chicago by raising millions of dollars through open water swims across the world. Doug's story of swimming the English Channel is awesome!This podcast was brought to yo

    Nov 03,2022 42:33
21. 21. Richard Casper | Healing Wounds Of War With Music & Art

    Turning the experience, pain and trauma of being a U.S. Marine who was blown up by IEDs four times in four months of combat in Fallujah, Iraq, into a beacon of hope and healing through arts and music programs for US Military veterans dealing with post traumatic stress is an incredibly inspiring journey Richard Casper, Co-Founder and Executive Director of the nonprofit organization Creativets shares. You're going to love Richard's story of building an amazing organization to shine a light in some

    Oct 31,2022 35:14
22. 22. Andy Magel | Work, Production & 2nd Chances

    Providing employees with dignity and hope for a better future while giving them the opportunity to do excellent work with integrity and responsibility to each other – that’s how they do business every day at Mile High Workshop, an insanely cool social enterprise that gives people second chances and also works with some of the most recognizable brands in the country. I promise you’ll be inspired to hear from CEO Andy Magel how an idea with grace as a core value blossomed into a powerhouse organiz

    Oct 24,2022 28:16
23. 23. Eddy Badrina | Technology & Inspiration For Better Food

    With technology, creativity and the right inspiration, it is always possible to build a better mousetrap, even when it comes to growing vegetables and shortening the supply chain. You’ll hear from CEO Eddy Badrina how his company Eden Green has innovated an amazing technology that saves water and minimizes environmental impact whle making it possible to grow farm to table local produce on a huge scale that doesn’t have to travel thousands of miles and can be on grocery shelves in hoursThis podca

    Oct 20,2022 33:15
24. 24. Bob Delaney | Undercover Agent, NBA Ref, Dedicated Humanitarian

    Going from State trooper to undercover agent infiltrating the east coast mafia to refereeing basketball in the NBA to traveling the world helping others with post traumatic stress is a unique journey the legendary Bob Delaney shares with nobody else. You will hear how he is taking what he’s learned through his incredible experiences to initiate higher levels of support for military, law enforcement, first responders when it comes to post-traumatic stress. This podcast has been brought to you by

    Oct 17,2022 52:12
25. 25. Sarah Lesyinski | Serving With Entrepreneurial Vision

    After being in and around the nonprofit world since the early 90s, some of the organizations I have seen who are making the deepest impact are those with the entrepreneurial vision and courage to try to meet a need they see in their community. An great example is One Good Turn and you’ll hear from CEO Sarah Lez-inski how this innovative organization started with one program and has now grown to operate five cohesive social enterprises all under the same umbrella, thanks to leadership on fire to

    Oct 13,2022 27:31
26. 26. Scott Laband | Connecting Education, Business & Policy

    Finding common ground for advocates from education, business and policy to come together to build a brighter future for students and the economy sounds like a tall order, but you will hear from Scott LaBand how he and his team at Colorado Succeeds, through their strong core values and leadership abilities are having an impact doing just that. You will love learning Scott's insights. This podcast has been brought to you by JC Charity and Events Services where we help build great organizations. If

    Oct 10,2022 29:16
27. 27. Christina Carlson | Making Invisible Souls Visible

    One of the most vulnerable populations out there is homeless teens and young people. You will hear from Christina Carlson about how her and her team at Urban Peak Denver are helping thousands of individuals who are routinely overlooked and hidden be visible and find a path to a productive life through programs, facilities, compassion and humor. This podcast has been brought to you by JC Charity and Events Services where we help build great organizations. If you are interested in how I might be a

    Oct 03,2022 29:03
28. 28. Jude Solano | Providing Light With Harm Reduction

    Shining a light on the darkness of addiction and mental illness, and providing the peer support and programming needed to offer people hope for a better life takes a high level of expertise, determination and compassion - the qualities Jude Solano and her team at the Southern Colorado Harm Reduction Association bring to bear in their Pueblo, Colorado community every day, through their programming and care.To learn more about the Southern Colorado Harm Reduction Association and how you can suppor

    Sep 29,2022 41:51
29. 29. Maria & Will Bales | Helping Others Through Unimaginable Loss

    Losing a child is a membership to a club no parent wants to join, and teen suicide statistics are horrific. You will be inspired to hear Maria and Will Bales talk about how they are shining a light and carrying on the legacy of their son Nick, who they lost to suicide, through tireless efforts to help struggling teens and their families by addressing teen mental health through therapies, communication and Nick’s clothing brand BTR (Brought to Reality).This podcast is brought to you by JC Charity

    Sep 26,2022 32:12
30. 30. Paul Lhevine | A Strong Voice For Colorado Nonprofits

    Colorado is fortunate to be the home of one of the most vibrant nonprofit communities in the U.S., with more than 20,000 nonprofit organizations improving the quality of life. The Colorado Nonprofit Association lives in the epicenter of this community and you will hear from CEO Paul Lhevine how his awesome organization not only serves its members with tons of great resources, but provides a strong voice for this important sector when it comes to public policy and legislation.This podcast has bee

    Sep 19,2022 23:58
31. 31. Kelly Phillips-Henry, PsyD, MBA | Helping Mental Health Patients Live a Full Life

    The negative impacts and desperation caused by mental illness are increasing in our society and can be devastating and overwhelming, but fortunately there are organizations like the Aurora Mental Health Center here in Colorado dedicated to providing long term, short term and emergency therapy and treatment, all the while conducting clinical research learn how to better serve clients of all ages. You’ll hear from CEO Dr. Kelly Phillips Henry how this amazing organization is helping people from al

    Sep 15,2022 37:36
32. 32. Martin Richardson | Dawgs, Hockey and Making Lives Better

    One of the reasons I have loved sports for as long as I can remember is the chance to instantly be part of a community and to be part of something bigger than yourself. Martin Richardson explains how he created a movement through the Dawg Nation Hockey Foundation with a community of hockey players to help families in their deepest time of need, and how that movement has grown to provide millions of dollars for suffering families and also develop some exciting visions for the future for able bodi

    Sep 12,2022 37:04
33. 33. Bob Bell | Feeding Children, Creating A Better Tomorrow

    It’s Friday at 3:00 PM and the final school bell rings. For most kids, that brings the excitement the school week is over. But for other kids where their school is their lifeline to meals, it means the anxiety of wondering how, when and where they are going to eat for the next two and half days. You’ll hear from Bob Bell how he and his team at Food for Thought are tackling this problem for tens of thousands of children and their families across the Denver Metro area by delivering bags of non-per

    Sep 05,2022 23:48
34. 34. Mike Sinnett | Providing Shelters, Food, Clothing and Dignity

    "We don't help our guests because they are Catholic, we help them because WE are Catholic," says Catholic Charities of Denver (CCD) Vice President of Shelter Services Mike Sinnett. You will love hearing how Mike and his team uphold their commitment to providing a safe and dignified hand up for those experiencing homelessness through Samaritan House and the Catholic Charities of Denver shelters. To learn more about CCD shelters and how you can support or volunteer with the organization, visit www

    Aug 29,2022 28:54
35. 35. Julie Hall | Providing Comfort, Grace and Good Food

    GraceFull Community Cafe in Littleton, Colorado to bring delicious meals to the community, whether or not guests can afford their own meal. Julie Hill will explain how how the Gracefull Cafe is making a difference by not only feeding people who are hungry, but providing connection, dignity and much more.To learn more about the Gracefull Cafe and the Gracefull Foundation, visit www.gracefull.com.This podcast is sponsored by JC Charity & Events Services - you can find us at www.makingourworldbette

    Aug 25,2022 23:52
36. 36. Lorii Rabinowitz | Elevating College Dreams

    There is nothing that levels the playing field of life like education. The Denver Scholarship Foundation is unmatched when it comes to making seemingly impossible college dreams come true for aspiring Denver Public High school students. You’ll hear from powerhouse CEO Lorii Rabinowitz how the Denver Scholarship Foundation is elevating and transforming generations of thousands of students and families. To learn more about DSF, visit www.denverscholarship.org or search Denver Scholarship Foundatio

    Aug 22,2022 30:41
37. 37. Mike Sandgren | Tackling Homelessness In The Suburbs

    While homelessness may seem like it's a big city, urban issue, suburban areas are wrestling with how to work with citizens to make a difference; thanks to a thoughtful, individualized, compassionate approach, Mike Sandgren will lay out how Arapahoe County is working with the cities of Englewood, Sheridan and Littleton on making a difference. To learn more about the Tri-Cities Homeless Plan, visit https://www.englewoodco.gov/our-city/community/englewood-homelessness-initiative. You can also reach

    Aug 18,2022 31:25
38. 38. Andrew Brimeyer | Running To Make A Difference For Students

    Running cross county or track is not always about coming in first place, it’s about bringing out the best of yourself. In this conversation with inspiring teacher and coach Andrew Brimeyer, founder of Denver Urban XC, you will hear how he combines his love of cross country running and track and field with a drive to help young athletes break down participation barriers, cross the finish line and bring out the best of themselves. To learn more about Denver Urban XC, follow the organization on Fac

    Aug 15,2022 29:29
39. 39. John Barry | Giving Flight to Aviation Dreams

    Wings Over The Rockies Museum is heaven for aviation enthusiasts, but like so many great cultural attractions, there is way more to the organization that meets the eye; listen as President and CEO John Barry explains how his organization is a national trendsetter in aviation education! To learn more about Wings Over The Rockies, visit www.wingsmuseum.org; you can find museum hours and information about all their cool programs and the Blue Skies Academy.This podcast was sponsored by JC Charity &

    Aug 08,2022 38:03
40. 40. JoAnn Seaman | Stewarding An Oasis Of Peace And Prayer

    Tucked just off Interstate 70 just minutes outside of Denver lies one of the greatest outposts of peace and serenity in Colorado, the Mother Cabrini Shrine. Director of Development JoAnn Seaman shares some great history to the shrine, expansion plans, and how a small but might team keeps this incredible facility going.To learn more about Mother Cabrini Shrine, or to purchase tickets to super fun upcoming Mother Cabrini Shrine Gala, visit www.mothercabrinishrine.org.This podcast is presented by J

    Aug 04,2022 27:14
41. 41. Gary Reece | Passion Drives Relentless Fight Vs. Cancer

    The all-volunteer Cancer League of Colorado is an army of people driven to defeat this insidious disease, and driving the bus is President Gary Reece. Gary has been a business fixture in Colorado for decades and continues to make a mark leading this incredible organization that through its fundraising efforts has helped some of the biggest breakthroughs in cancer research in the country. The secret sauce is the organization's ability to partner with other organizations and leverage donations, so

    Aug 01,2022 34:28
42. 42. Kendall Hagar | Building Up Lives Through Wayfaring Band

    Learning independence, and inter-dependence are valuable lessons the Wayfaring Band, a Colorado nonprofit dedicated to helping those with intellectual and developmental disabilities, teaches to it's merry band of travelers as together, they take wonderful expeditions all around the world. Program Director Kendal Hagar shares how enriching this life on the road is as a member of the Wayfaring Band!To learn more about, volunteer for or support the Wayfaring Band, visit www.wayfaringband.com.To lea

    Jul 28,2022 27:01
43. 43. Tamra Ryan | Social Enterprise Elevates Women

    A good bean soup provides protein and helps fight heart disease. For the Women's Bean Project, a good bean soup also changes lives. Hear from powerhouse CEO Tamra Ryan how this amazing social enterprise has won from a simple bean soup to one that generates millions in sales through an entire line of products and elevates women from dire circumstances to success through work.To learn more about the Women's Bean Project and support its awesome mission, visit https://www.womensbeanproject.com.To le

    Jul 25,2022 30:57
44. 44. Arland Preblud | Recovering Food, Saving People and the Planet

    In this world of abundance, where so much food is wasted, and so many people experience food insecurity, Arlan Preblud and his organization We Don't Waste are creating a bridge between recovering food, feeding people and saving the environment. We Don't Waste has come a long way from humble beginnings of loading leftovers in the back of his car to today where he oversees a nationally-recognized organization with warehouse operations, a fleet of refrigerated trucks and a growing staff!To voluntee

    Jul 18,2022 29:52
45. 45. Mark McIntosh | Choosing Positivity To Help Others

    Life is a roller coaster of ups and downs and while we cannot always control what happens to us, we can always control how we react to any situation. Former athlete and journalist Mark McIntosh is a shining example of choosing to help others. You will enjoy hearing Mark McIntosh's journey and adventure that led him to where he has devoted himself to making our world better through his organization A Strong Cord and more.To learn more about Mark's speaking, coaching, books, blogs and more, visit

    Jul 14,2022 30:41
46. 46. Lloyd Lewis | Personal Crusade Helps Build Empire For Good

    Legendary nonprofit leader Lloyd Lewis, President and CEO of arc Thrift Stores, shares how his crusade to make a better life for his son Kennedy, who was born with Down syndrome, led him to build and oversee one of Colorado's largest social enterprises, which has a billion-dollar economic impact on Colorado and helps thousands of people across the country.To learn more about arc Thrift Stores, visit www.arcthrift.com or call 303-231-9222.To learn more about the services Jay Clark can offer to el

    Jul 11,2022 34:17
47. 47. Brook Griese | Shining Light In The Darkest Hour

    The death of a parent can have tragic, long-term effects. Judi's House and the JAG Institute shine a light into the darkest of times for children and families who suffer the trauma of loss. Brook Griese, PhD, joins us for a conversation about how she and her husband Brian took a joint vision and built a groundbreaking, innovative, loving organization that has earned national recognition for grief support and therapy.To learn more about Judi's House and the JAG Institute, and how you can voluntee

    Jul 07,2022 38:14
48. 48. Pat McGuire | Opening Up Education With Rock ’n’ Roll

    Bruce Springsteen said, "The best music is essentially there to provide you something to face the world with." Teach Rock, an organization founded by Steven Van Zandt, created a high school curriculum to open the world of history, science, culture and more through music, giving high school students something to face the world with. You will hear from Teach Rock partner and education innovator Pat McGuire on how this program is creating impacts across the globe. To learn more about Teach Rock, vi

    Jul 05,2022 34:13