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The Charity Charge Show

The Charity Charge Show is a podcast featuring nonprofit and social impact leaders from across the country discussing social good, fundraising, innovating, and much more!

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51:39

Protecting People and Planet: Inside the Sierra Club...

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2026/01/09

Stephen Garten sits down with Dan Chu, Executive Director of the Sierra Club Foundation, to unpack how one of America’s most established environmental institutions operates and funds its mission. Dan explains the Sierra Club’s roots going back to 1892, why the Sierra Club Foundation was created in 1960, and how the Sierra Club’s (c)(4) and Foundation’s (c)(3) roles work together.They cover the Sierra Club’s focus on three “existential crises”: biodiversity loss and extinction, climate

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42:50

Inside TGR Foundation’s(Tiger Woods Charity) Learning...

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2026/01/07

Stephen Garten sits down with Cyndi Court to mark the TGR Foundation’s 30th anniversary and unpack how the foundation evolved from golf clinics into a scaled education model centered on “Learning Labs.” Cyndi explains how TGR built a repeatable program framework, standardized curriculum, and modern measurement systems before expanding to new cities. The conversation also covers durable skills, partnerships that actually work, earned revenue through events, and what makes a strong nonprofit

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42:53

Vu Le (Nonprofit AF): Nonprofits and Funders, The...

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2026/01/05

Vu Le, founder of Nonprofit AF, joins Stephen Garten to talk about a problem many nonprofit leaders quietly live with: we are trained to tell funders half-truths because we fear losing funding. Vu breaks down how risk-averse philanthropy, obsession with overhead, and competitive grantmaking push nonprofits into scarcity and performance instead of honesty and impact.The conversation makes the case for better communication, collective organizing, and specific reforms like multi-year, general

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41:01

Melissa Lagowski on Burnout, Collaboration, and...

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2025/12/19

In this episode of the Charity Charge show, host Stephen Garten interviews Melissa Lagowski, founder and CEO of Big Buzz Idea Group. They discuss Melissa's journey from being an executive director of a nonprofit to starting her own company that supports nonprofits. The conversation covers the challenges faced by nonprofit leaders, the importance of self-care, and the need for collaboration over competition. Melissa shares tactical advice for nonprofit leaders, the role of technology and AI

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16:47

Nonprofit Spotlight - InAlliance

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2025/12/17

In this episode of the Nonprofit Spotlight Series, Grayson Harris interviews Andrea Croom, the Executive Director of InAlliance, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Andrea discusses the organization's mission, the misconceptions surrounding disability services, and the importance of community engagement.She shares insights into the challenges faced by nonprofits, particularly in staffing and funding, and highlights the

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53:33

How TechSoup Supports Nonprofits: A Conversation with...

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2025/12/15

In this episode of the Charity Charge Show, host Stephen Garten speaks with Marnie Webb, CEO of TechSoup, about one of the most influential infrastructure organizations in the nonprofit world. TechSoup has supported more than 1.4 million nonprofits, charities, and libraries across 234 countries and territories. It has delivered nearly 22 billion dollars in technology and financial resources to help mission driven organizations operate with confidence in an increasingly digital world.The

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20:30

Nonprofit Spotlight - DePaul Community Resources

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2025/12/12

In this episode of the Nonprofit Spotlight Series, we interview Renee Brown, CEO of DePaul Community Resources. We discuss the organization's mission to provide support for foster care, adoption, and individuals with disabilities. Renee shares insights on the challenges faced by nonprofits, the importance of community collaboration, and her leadership principles.The conversation emphasizes the need for trust with donors, the significance of self-care, and the value of recognizing and

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31:17

The Adaptive Intimacy Lab: MetroHealth and the Reeve...

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2025/12/10

When people think about spinal cord injury rehabilitation, they usually picture learning to walk again, transferring safely from bed to chair, or figuring out how to dress and bathe independently. Those are critical pieces of recovery.But there is another part of life that rarely makes it into care plans or team meetings: intimacy and sexual health.In this episode of The Charity Charge Show, we sit down with three leaders who are changing that reality:Gillian Gulan, OTR/L, Occupational

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20:37

Nonprofit Spotlight - Hume Lake Christian Camps

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2025/12/08

In this nonprofit spotlight conversation, we interview Dr. John Boal, the Executive Director of Hume Christian Camps, about the camp's mission, community engagement, challenges faced in the nonprofit sector, and future plans for growth. John shares insights into the camp's impact on youth, the importance of collaboration with local churches, and the balance between mission-driven work and business operations.---------------------------About Charity ChargeCharity Charge is a financial

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22:20

Nonprofit Spotlight - United Against Poverty

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2025/12/05

In this Nonprofit Spotlight episode of the Charity Charge Show, host Grayson Harris sits down with Matt Tanner, Executive Director of United Against Poverty, to walk through a very practical approach to fighting poverty. Matt explains how United Against Poverty runs a 46,000 square foot grocery and services center that feels like a normal store, yet delivers about a 70 percent discount on essentials for households up to 300 percent of the federal poverty level.Matt breaks down how the

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26:54

Leadership and Mission: A Conversation with JLL Vice...

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2025/12/03

In this episode of the Charity Charge Show, Grayson Harris sits down with Herman Bulls, International Director and Vice Chairman at JLL, board leader across several public companies, and long time nonprofit board member. Herman shares how West Point, Army Ranger School, and decades in corporate real estate shaped his approach to leadership, relationship building, and governance.He explains how JLL supports nonprofits and public institutions with real estate strategy, why culture and

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20:02

Nonprofit Spotlight - St Vincent De Paul Society Of...

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2025/12/01

In this Nonprofit Spotlight episode of the Charity Charge Show, host Grayson Harris speaks with Bethany Cartledge, Executive Director of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul of Lane County.Bethany breaks down how the organization serves people across five counties in Oregon and two cities in California through three core pillars: affordable housing, retail and manufacturing, and homeless and emergency services. She explains what success looks like for her team, how they maintain an "all hands

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15:05

Panda Cares: How One Foundation Delivers Every...

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2025/11/25

In this episode of the Charity Charge Show, we talk with Tina Hsing, Director of the Panda Cares Foundation, about a model that many donors wish more organizations followed. Panda Cares is the philanthropic arm of Panda Restaurant Group, and it operates in a simple way. The parent company covers every administrative cost. That choice allows the foundation to send one hundred percent of store donations and event contributions straight into community

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21:57

Nonprofit Spotlight - Boys & Girls Clubs of Central...

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2025/11/24

In this conversation, Grayson Harris interviews Jamie Merrill, the president and CEO of the Boys and Girls Club of Central Florida. They discuss the organization's mission, the importance of engaging youth through programs like the Teen Advisory Council, and the challenges and successes of nonprofit leadership.Jamie shares her transition from the business world to the nonprofit sector, emphasizing the significance of building strong relationships with board members and navigating mission

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19:48

Nonprofit Spotlight - HIV Alliance

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2025/11/21

In this episode of the Charity Charge Show, host Grayson Harris speaks with Renee Yandel, Executive Director of HIV Alliance, a community based organization serving 15 counties across Oregon. HIV Alliance provides holistic services for people living with HIV and those at highest risk, from nursing and pharmacy care to housing, behavioral health, and harm reduction services.Renee shares her personal journey from intern and volunteer to executive director, and explains how the organization

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55:42

David Gottfried, Founder of the U.S. Green Building...

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2025/11/20

In Episode 134 of the Charity Charge Show, host Stephen Garten sits down with David Gottfried, founder of the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), the World Green Building Council, and the architect behind the LEED green building rating system. What begins as a conversation about sustainable buildings quickly expands into something much deeper. It becomes a straight talking roadmap for nonprofit leaders who are trying to build something that feels larger than their budget, their team, or

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16:07

Nonprofit Spotlight - Butte Humane Society

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2025/11/19

In this episode of the Nonprofit Spotlight Series, Grayson Harris interviews Emily Acevedo, Executive Director of Butte Humane Society. They discuss the organization's mission, the concept of limited admission shelters, and the importance of veterinary services in reducing euthanasia rates. Emily shares her journey from veterinary clinic manager to executive director, highlighting the challenges and successes in fundraising and community engagement. The conversation also touches on upcoming

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10:20

Nonprofit Spotlight - Cystic Fibrosis Foundation New...

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2025/11/18

In this episode of the Nonprofit Spotlight Series, Grayson Harris interviews Amy Spranger, the area director of Upstate New York for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. They discuss the foundation's mission to find a cure for cystic fibrosis, the impact of recent advancements in treatment, and the challenges of fundraising in a changing landscape.Amy shares insights on how the foundation supports the community, adapts to change, and plans for the future, emphasizing the importance of individual

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11:01

Nonprofit Spotlight: Stanford Sierra Youth and Families

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2025/11/17

In this episode, Grayson Harris welcomes Laura Hines, CEO of Stanford Sierra Youth and Families, for a thoughtful conversation on the organization’s 125 year journey and its mission to strengthen youth, families, and communities across Northern California.Laura reflects on how the organization has transformed from its origins as an orphanage into a comprehensive provider of mental health care, family stabilization supports, and community based services. She gives an honest look at the

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20:54

Nonprofit Spotlight: Chicago Youth Centers with...

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2025/11/14

In this Nonprofit Spotlight episode, we sit down with Tina Ayala, President and CEO of Chicago Youth Centers (CYC), to explore how a 70 year old organization is still deeply rooted in community while adapting to today’s realities for children, teens, and families across Chicago.With 21 sites across the south and west sides of the city, CYC provides early learning, out of school time, teen programs, and mentoring that follow young people from 15 months through college and into adulthood

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