Philanthropy Speaks
A podcast by the Community Foundation of Greater Flint, Philanthropy Speaks brings you candid conversations with leaders from the nonprofit sector and inspiring individuals who are making an impact in Flint and Genesee County, Michigan. Tune in as we explore the stories and initiatives driving positive change in our community.
Episodes
24 episodes
National Reading Month with El Ballet Folklórico Estudiantil
In this special episode of Philanthropy Speaks, we're celebrating National Reading Month by exploring the role reading plays in strengthening our communities. Host Chakara Wheeler, Program Officer at the Community Foundation of Greater...
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Season 5
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Episode 3
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25:04
St. John Street: Remembering, Honoring, and Preserving History
In this episode of Philanthropy Speaks, we shine a light on the powerful story of the St. John Street neighborhood, a once-thriving Black community in Flint, Michigan through the lens of the documentary St. John Street: Story of a Neighborhood....
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Season 5
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Episode 2
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33:05
National Day of Racial Healing with Racial Healing Practitioners
In this episode of Philanthropy Speaks, we're observing the National Day of Racial Healing through a discussion with local racial healing practitioners. Host Sue Peters, Vice President of Community Impact at the Community Foundation of...
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Season 5
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Episode 1
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35:13
Groundbreaking Housing for Veterans with Catholic Charities
In this episode of Philanthropy Speaks, we're highlighting the Sacred Heart Veteran Village—a transitional housing program designed specifically for local veterans. Host Damon Ross, Program Officer at the Community Foundation of G...
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Season 4
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Episode 8
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25:16
Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month with Asa Ascencio Zuccaro
In this special episode of Philanthropy Speaks, we’re highlighting Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month. Host Chakara Wheeler, Program Officer at the Community Foundation of Greater Flint, is joined by Asa Ascencio Zuccaro. Asa is the ...
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Season 4
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Episode 7
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35:55
The Power of Literacy in Genesee County
In this special episode of Philanthropy Speaks, we’re highlighting National Literacy Month with an in-depth conversation on the transformative power of literacy in Flint and Genesee County. Host Sue Peters, Vice President of Community ...
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Season 4
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Episode 6
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31:21
Black Philanthropy Month with Carma Lewis
In this episode of Philanthropy Speaks, Lynn Williams, Director of Equity & Community Engagement of the Community Foundation of Greater Flint, sits down with Flint neighborhood advocate Carma Lewis to celebrate Black Philanthropy Month. Car...
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Season 4
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Episode 5
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19:57
Celebrating the ADA with Xceptional Heroes
In this episode of Philanthropy Speaks, Lydia Starrs, Senior Program Officer of the Community Foundation of Greater Flint, sits down with Jennifer Silverton and Teresa White, the founders of Xceptional Heroes. These dedicated mothers of young a...
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Season 4
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Episode 4
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33:38
Championing Fatherhood with InvolvedDad
In this episode of Philanthropy Speaks—Championing Fatherhood, Host Moses Bingham, Director of Strategic Initiatives of the Community Foundation of Greater Flint, is joined by Shon Hart and Alan Jordan of InvolvedDad. Explore how Shon Hart foun...
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Season 4
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Episode 3
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35:23
Culinary Vision and Social Impact: Tony Vu's Journey with Flint Social Club
Join us in this episode of Philanthropy Speaks as we dive into entrepreneurship, social enterprise, and the evolving food scene in Flint, Michigan. Host Damon Ross, Program Officer at the Community Foundation of Greater Flint, engages in a capt...
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Season 4
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Episode 2
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37:47
Sisters in Service: Flint Area (MI) Chapter of The Links, Inc. Philanthropic Impact
Description: In this episode of Philanthropy Speaks, join us as we delve into the inspiring stories and impactful initiatives of the women from the Flint Area Chapter of The Links, Incorporated. This episode's host Lottie Ferguson, Vice Preside...
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Season 4
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Episode 1
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26:51
YOLO Breastfeeding: Latching on to Change
As August marks National Breastfeeding Month, we dive into an important topic that is often overlooked but deeply impactful – breastfeeding and its connection to racial and ethnic disparities within Flint and Genesee County. Join Lydia Starrs, ...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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22:50
Philanthropy Speaks presents: Centering Gender Equity
Empowering Youth: Exploring the Work of Michigan Organization on Adolescent Sexual Health (MOASH) On this episode of Philanthropy Speaks, we have the privilege of shining a spotlight on the Michigan Organization on Adolesce...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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17:33
Bill Piper Story: Impact for Good
We are joined in this episode by Bill Piper and Kathi Horton to discuss the importance of philanthropy to drive change in the community. We also talk about the rewarding feeling of seeing the meaningful change that support nurtures over time.
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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59:26
Pride Fund: Equity Issues in Public Policy
In this episode Sue Peters sits down with the following guests to discuss the work that's being done in Flint, Genesee County, and the State of Michigan to address equity issues in the LGBTQAI+ community. Dale Weighi...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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59:57
National Day of Racial Healing 2021
In this episode, we discuss 10 months of accomplishments made by the CFGF Racial Inequities Task Force. We are joined by the following members of the task force:City of Flint – Mayor Sheldon Neeley who presents the proclamation for ...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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1:09:54
Flint Kids Fund 5 Year Anniversary
We are joined by Dr. Mona Hanna-Attisha, founder of the Flint Kids Fund, to celebrate 5 years of helping Flint's youth population. We discuss the great work the Flint Kids Fund has done and continues to do in the Flint community. Visit fl...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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48:26
Celebrating Black Philanthropy Month
We celebrated Black Philanthropy Month in August with a new episode featuring local philanthropists Wanda Harden, George Wilkinson, Adrian Walker, DeAndra Larkin and Shannon Polk.Tune in and listen to a great conversation with former Isaiah Oli...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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1:09:32
Dr. Mona Hanna-Attisha
In this episode, we speak with Dr. Mona Hanna-Attisha on her recent book and programs focused on the children of Flint affected by the Flint Water Crisis.Dr. Hanna-Attisha shares about programs such as the Flint Registry which is in plac...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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23:37
Brandon Carr and the Carr Cares Foundation
In this episode, we speak with Brandon Carr of the Baltimore Ravens and Troy Forte, Executive Director of the Carr Cares Foundation. A graduate of Carman-Ainsworth High School and a product of Flint, MI, Brandon Carr always knew he ...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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23:16
Dr. Gail Christopher, Truth, Racial Healing & Transformation
In this episode, we speak with Dr. Gail Christopher, racial healer, holistic doctor, and architect of the Truth, Racial Healing & Transformation (TRHT) initiative taking place in Flint and 13 other communities across the United States. TRHT...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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27:56