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All Volunteer, All Heart from Binky Patrol

Susan Finch - Binky Patrol

This show is about the ability to run a non-profit from the heart with a sense of humor and still be successful. We interview our volunteers, partners, and other non-profits to learn from each other, and support each other as we bring love and hope to our communities. Binky Patrol is a 100% volunteer grassroots 501c3 founded in 1996. Binky Patrol makes blankets and gives them away to children and teens in need of a reminder that they matter, are not invisible and that someone cares. We give to

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9:47

EP85 Filling Your Cup: How Weekend Warriors Transform...

All Volunteer, All Heart from Binky Patrol ·

2025/10/29

From Business Meeting to Beautiful Mission: When a routine client meeting with Mod Op's Kevin Krekeler transformed into an inspiring conversation about adaptive sports and giving back, we knew we had to hit record! In this spontaneous episode of All Volunteer All Heart from Binky Patrol, host Susan Finch discovers the incredible work Kevin does with Dallas Stars Adaptive Sports, providing hockey and life-changing experiences for youth and adults with intellectual, emotional, and physical

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27:42

EP84: Paul Walker's Legacy: Disaster Relief with...

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2025/10/09

When the Altadena fires devastated Southern California communities, two organizations came together in an extraordinary way. Binky Patrol Director, Jeanne Malgioglio found ROWW while we and Al's Angels were looking for a way to respond and directly help the fire victims in Altadena. Susan Finch sits down with John Brotherton, Outreach and Partnership Manager for Reach Out WorldWide (ROWW), to discuss how a charity founded by actor Paul Walker has evolved into a powerhouse of compassionate disaster

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35:21

EP83: Service Travel - When Your Vacation Makes a...

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2025/08/20

Twenty years ago, Kimberly Haley Coleman was stuck abroad on business weekends, wanting to volunteer but finding nothing meaningful to do. So she created her own opportunities—and Globe Aware was born.Today, Globe Aware connects volunteers with communities in 21 countries through week-long service projects. We're talking about real work: installing concrete floors in Guatemala, assembling wheelchairs in Cambodia, building stoves that actually vent smoke out of homes. In our conversation, Kimberly

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34:34

EP82: Turning Broken Spaces into Sacred Places - Room...

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2025/07/02

In this powerful episode of All Volunteer All Heart from Binky Patrol, host Susan Finch sits down with Susie Vybiral, founder of Room Redux, an incredible organization that transforms the living spaces of children who have faced sexual abuse, physical abuse, and violent crimes. Through the Mr. Ballen Foundation connection, Susan discovered this perfect partnership between two organizations dedicated to showing vulnerable children they are loved, valued, and supported. Room Redux has transformed

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28:17

EP81: Meeting People Where They Are & Comprehensive...

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2025/06/04

When someone asks for help, they're being brave. Host Susan Finch sits down with her niece Susan Arias, Chief Growth Officer at MAAC—recently named one of California's Nonprofits of the Year for 2025.For 60 years, MAAC has been proving that comprehensive community support works. From Head Start preschool to affordable housing, workforce training to innovative EV car loans, they meet people where they are and help them build the lives they want. Susan shares how her childhood of making "kid packs"

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08:16

EP80: Transforming Volunteer Frustration Into Better...

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2025/05/14

When 15 blankets arrived with messy selvage edges despite "clear" instructions, I blamed the volunteers. That was not great, but then I asked: What if the problem is my communication?In this vulnerable episode, I share how frustration over "ruined" Binky Patrol blankets led to a profound leadership insight about expert blindness. After 30 years of nonprofit work, I discovered I've been assuming knowledge that first-time volunteers simply don't have. Learn why I'm inviting children to critique our

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21:58

EP79: Systems Disruptors: How Two Nonprofits Rewrite...

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2025/04/16

Last week, we began our conversation with Cynthia Luvlee, CEO and Founding Board Member of Shyne. If you missed that episode, I encourage you to go back and listen as we discussed the economic challenges facing vulnerable communities and how innovative organizations are responding.Today, we continue that important conversation by exploring Shyne's revolutionary approach to supporting survivors of trafficking and exploitation. Cynthia and her unstoppable team of dedicated volunteers and employees

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24:47

EP78: From Rescue to Empowerment - A better model for...

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2025/04/02

A Candid Conversation About Economic Vulnerability and Innovative SolutionsIn this unfiltered discussion with Cynthia Luvlee, CDOand Founding Board Member of Shyne, we explore the harsh economic realities facing vulnerable communities today and how innovative approaches can create meaningful change. From skyrocketing housing costs to devastating program cuts, Cynthia offers unique insights into how these pressures particularly impact trafficking survivors. Drawing from her extensive background in

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EP77: Finding Affordable Fleece Alternatives to Joann...

All Volunteer, All Heart from Binky Patrol ·

2025/02/26

Part 2 of the Joann Panic: Finding Affordable Fleece AlternativesNow that we know ALL Joann Fabrics are closing don’t worry—you still have great options for buying fleece at great prices with a little planning! Here are a few trusted sources that can help you continue making blankets for those in need. Thank you to Cheryl Bean TX, Marlys Vaughan, MS, and Jeanne Malgioglio, CT for these resources. YOURFLEECE.com ✅ Special Discount for Binky Patrol! 1️⃣ Create an account at YOURFLEECE.com. This

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EP76 Keeping Calm - Options if the JOANN Fabric by...

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2025/02/19

We are always trying to help our volunteers with resources. Many of you are losing your Joann Fabric stores. Some entire states are losing all stores. They are open online, but we at Binky Patrol have had ISSUES with big orders online. Here are some options. A fantastic one came in from Stan at Fleece-fabric.com. More details in this short episode.He says, "For our printed and solid double-brushed fleece, we will be able to ship bolts of 22 yards each for $5.76/yd with free shipping to the

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23:27

EP75: Skills-Based Volunteering - A Tech...

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2025/01/29

Today we're talking with data science manager Gaurav Mittal about how tech professionals can transform nonprofits by volunteering their skills. While many organizations struggle with limited budgets and technical resources, professionals like Gaurav are showing how a few hours of volunteered expertise in data analysis, automation, or system design can help nonprofits dramatically scale their impact. Whether it's creating dashboards to better understand donor patterns, building tools to streamline

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EP74: Non-Profit Tech Audit: Simple Steps to Save...

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2025/01/09

In this week's episode of All-Volunteer, All Heart, we're tackling a critical but often overlooked aspect of running a non-profit: managing your tech stack and subscriptions. Did you know the average non-profit wastes between $1,000-3,000 annually on unused or redundant digital tools? We'll walk through a practical audit system to help you identify what you actually need, what you're paying for but not using, and where you might be missing out on free non-profit resources. Whether you're running a

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25:06

EP73: Beyond the Label - Supporting Children of...

All Volunteer, All Heart from Binky Patrol ·

2024/11/26

In 2012, just two days before her 16th birthday, Sunnie Carney lost her father to homicide. Through her personal journey of grief, mental health struggles, and ultimately healing, she discovered a critical gap in support services - one that affected countless children in similar situations. This revelation led her to found Children of Homicide Victims (COHV) in Kansas City, an organization dedicated to restoring hope, love, and faith to children who have lost parents to violence.COHV serves

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EP72: Ideas to Gain Volunteers and Sponsors In Your...

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2024/11/14

In this segment from a recent Binky Patrol meeting, Area Coordinators who participated in the MrBallen Bink-a-Thon event share strategies for volunteer recruitment. Caitlin Peterson-Woolard discusses challenges with community outreach, while experienced coordinators Susan Finch, Terrie Madruga, Kathy Taylor, and Jeanne Malgioglio offer proven solutions including:Leveraging church bulletins and service organizations Engaging high school sports teams and clubs Utilizing corporate volunteer

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EP71: Nationwide Bink-A-Thon 2024: Stories from the...

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2024/10/30

In this first episode of our special two-part series, we're taking you inside our nationwide Bink-A-Thon debrief meeting, where chapter coordinators share their heartwarming stories from this year's MrBallen Foundation event. From Meridian, Idaho to Connecticut, from Southern California to Virginia, our volunteers united in their mission to create comfort one blanket at a time.Join Susan Finch and chapter leaders, including Kathy Taylor from Irvine/Orange County, whose partnership with Girl Scouts

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EP70: Microsoft Stitching Together Corporate Giving...

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2024/10/16

In this episode, we're joined by Keri Banghart from Microsoft's Corporate, External and Legal Affairs team in Seattle. Keri recently organized a blanket-making event for her team as part of Microsoft's annual giving campaign. We'll discuss how they set up the event, its impact on local and remote team members, and the creative ways they're supporting their community. Keri shares insights on coordinating volunteer efforts in a large corporation and how these initiatives foster team bonding while

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EP69: Mr. Karl Update - Fleece EVERYWHERE!

All Volunteer, All Heart from Binky Patrol ·

2024/10/08

We had talked about the man who lost his wife in the Temecula area. It was a funny tale about golfing, hobbies, and fabric. But it has turned into a beautiful relationship and legacy. Temecula Area Coordinator, Kimberly Legg joins Susan to give an update about their chapter's newest volunteer and patron, Mr. Karl. Let's just say the Temecula chapter is SET for their Bink-A-Thon October 19. Mr. Ballen Foundation has sponsored each chapter's events, but there's a new donor in town - Mr. Karl fills

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EP68: Three Ways to Change Many Lives

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2024/10/02

Today is a short episode requesting you consider these requests:Consider starting a local chapter - 2 - 100 people! Great way to build community and make friends. (info here) Make binkies, aka blankets. We can send you the labels. (info here) Host a Bink-A-Thon at your company or in your community - we'll give you all the stuff you need. (what's a bink-a-thon?) Sponsor Binky Patrol - podcast, website, events - request a sponsor package. (info here) (request a package)

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25:49

EP67: Happy Pucks, Going Dark, and Growth

All Volunteer, All Heart from Binky Patrol ·

2024/09/03

Today we're catching up with Russ Cassavah, founder and president of Little Bricks Charity. It's been over a year since we last spoke with Russ, and the changes in his organization are remarkable.In this episode, Russ shares how Little Bricks Charity has transformed its approach to helping hospitalized children. We'll hear about their innovative livestream building sessions that combine LEGO construction with educational content, including collaborations with local zoos. A highlight of their new

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EP66: Community Service Tied Blankets - Let's do better!

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2024/08/27

In this episode, Binky Patrol founder Susan Finch delivers a candid and passionate message about the importance of quality in our mission to comfort children through handmade blankets. Susan's 'tough love' approach tackles a growing concern: the influx of hastily-made fleece blankets that don't quite meet the mark.Get ready for a mix of hands-on tips, heartfelt pleas, and a dash of humor as Susan guides us through the do's and don'ts of creating blankets that truly show care. Whether you're a

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