The Business of Giving

The Business of Giving

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Denver Frederick is the Host of The Business of Giving. The program is the only show of its kind that focuses on solutions to today's complex social problems. What's working? Who are the changemakers? How is it all being financed? The program addresses issues such as global poverty, affordable housing, clean drinking water, medical breakthroughs, and matters related to education.

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526 episodes

Community Health Warriors: Elevating the Unsung Heroes of Healthcare

  IN A WORLD WHERE COUNTLESS COMMUNITY HEALTH WORKERS, MAINLY WOMEN, LABOR TIRELESSLY WITHOUT PROPER SUPPORT OR RESOURCES, THE Community Health Impact Coalition https://joinchic.org/ (CHIC) IS MAKING A SIGNIFICANT DIFFERENCE. LEADING THIS TRANSFORMATIVE EFFORT IS Dr. Madeleine Ballard https://joinchic.org/about/, CHIC'S EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR. HER VAST EXPERIENCE, FROM SHAPING LIBERIA'S NATIONAL COMMUNITY HEALTH PROGRAM, TO ACADEMIC CONTRIBUTIONS AT THE ICAHN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE AT MOUNT SINAI HAS POSITIONED HER AS A KEY FIGURE IN GLOBAL HEALTH.

29m
Mar 06, 2024
Harmonizing Generations: The Eisner Foundation's Approach to Social Cohesion

The following is a conversation between TRENT STAMP, President & CEO of THE EISNER FOUNDATION, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.

32m
Mar 05, 2024
A Conversation with Jean-Manuel Izaret: Reframing the Narrative on Pricing in Nonprofits

The following is a conversation between Jean-Manuel Izaret, the Managing Director & Senior Partner at Boston Consulting Group, and author of GAME CHANGER: HOW STRATEGIC PRICING SHAPES BUSINESSES, MARKETS, AND SOCIETY, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.

36m
Feb 27, 2024
Nurturing Excellence and Equity: Insights from the Vera Institute of Justice

Recent events have compelled nonprofit organizations to hange the way they get work done, how they deliver their services, and what they do to achieve a more just and equitable society. So, THE BUSINESS OF GIVING has connected with those organizations that are doing this exceptionally well in a segment we call: THE PATHS FORWARD. Because there is more than just one way.

12m
Feb 08, 2024
Combating Poverty in NYC: A Conversation with Robin Hood Foundation's CEO

The following is a conversation between Richard Buery, the Chief Executive Officer of the ROBIN HOOD FOUNDATION, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.

34m
Jan 31, 2024
Rewriting the Rules of Philanthropy: A Conversation with Tonya Allen of the McKnight Foundation

The following is a conversation between Tonya Allen, President of the MCKNIGHT FOUNDATION, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.

22m
Jan 30, 2024
The Non-Profit Revolutionizing Small Business Growth: A Look Inside The Acceleration Project

The following is a conversation between Jane Veron, co-founder and CEO of The Acceleration Project, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.

27m
Jan 04, 2024
Cultivating Wellbeing: The VillageReach Story of Transforming Healthcare and Workplace Culture

Recent events have compelled nonprofit organizations to change the way they get work done, how they deliver their services, and what they do to achieve a more just and equitable society. So, THE BUSINESS OF GIVING has connected with those organizations that are doing this exceptionally well in a segment we call: THE PATHS FORWARD. Because there is more than just one way.

15m
Jan 03, 2024
Noora Health's Unique Approach: How 'Doing the Needful' Transforms Nonprofit Success

Recent events have compelled nonprofit organizations to change the way they get work done, how they deliver their services, and what they do to achieve a more just and equitable society. So, THE BUSINESS OF GIVING has connected with those organizations that are doing this exceptionally well in a segment we call: THE PATHS FORWARD. Because there is more than just one way.

14m
Jan 02, 2024
A Legacy of Change: The Impact of Jim Clark's Leadership at Boys & Girls Clubs of America

Jim Clark https://www.bgca.org/about-us/leadership-team/jim-clark HAS LED THE Boys & Girls Clubs of America https://www.bgca.org/ SINCE 2012. HE OVERSEES A VAST NETWORK OF OVER 5,000 CLUBS THAT ENRICH THE LIVES OF 350,000 YOUNG PEOPLE ACROSS THE U.S. ON A TYPICAL DAY. HIS TENURE HAS BEEN MARKED BY SIGNIFICANT STRIDES IN ORGANIZATIONAL RESTRUCTURING AND THE LAUNCH OF A FORWARD-THINKING STRATEGY EMPHASIZING THREE CORE AREAS: ACADEMIC SUCCESS, CHARACTER AND CITIZENSHIP, AND HEALTHY LIFESTYLES. HIS COMMITMENT TO EMPOWERING THE NEXT GENERATION IS BOTH INSPIRING AND IMPACTFUL, MAKING HIM A TRUE LUMINARY IN THE FIELD OF YOUTH DEVELOPMENT, AND HE IS WITH US NOW.

35m
Dec 08, 2023
Exponential Organizations: Nonprofits Meeting the Challenges for a Digital Age

The following is a conversation between Salim Ismail, author of EXPONENTIAL ORGANIZATIONS 2.0: THE NEW PLAYBOOK FOR 10X GROWTH & IMPACT , and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.

26m
Dec 01, 2023
Championing Hope: The Muscular Dystrophy Association's Journey of Innovation

The following is a conversation between DR. DONALD WOOD, PRESIDENT & CEO OF THE MUSCULAR DYSTROPHY ASSOCIATION, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.

33m
Dec 01, 2023
Clean Slate Initiative: Cultivating a Culture of Redemption and Empowerment

Recent events have compelled nonprofit organizations to change the way they get work done, how they deliver their services, and what they do to achieve a more just and equitable society. So, THE BUSINESS OF GIVING has connected with those organizations that are doing this exceptionally well in a segment we call: THE PATHS FORWARD. Because there is more than just one way.

17m
Nov 28, 2023
Humanity United: Championing a Culture of Continuous Learning and Empathy

Humanity United https://humanityunited.org/, or HU, is dedicated to cultivating the conditions for enduring peace and freedom. They support and work alongside partners who are working to advance human dignity and change the systems that enable violent conflict and human exploitation around the world.  

13m
Nov 27, 2023
The New Era of Climate Giving: Insights from Sonali Patel of The Bridgespan Group

The following is a conversation between Sonali Patel, Partner at The Bridgespan Group, and co-author of the paper:  WINNING ON CLIMATE CHANGE: HOW PHILANTHROPY CAN SPUR MAJOR PROGRESS OVER THE NEXT DECADE, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.

14m
Nov 20, 2023
Half a Century of Change: Lessons from Patagonia's First 50 Years in Sustainable Business

The following is a conversation between Vincent Stanley, Director of Philosophy at Patagonia, and co-author of THE RESPONSIBLE COMPANY: WHAT WE'VE LEARNED FROM PATAGONIA'S FIRST 50 YEARS, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.

28m
Nov 20, 2023
In Pursuit of Racial Justice: The Imperative of Reparations and Philanthropic Involvement

The following is a conversation between TONYEL EDWARDS, Partner at The Bridgespan Group and ARIA FLORANT, co-founder and CEO of Liberation Ventures, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.

27m
Nov 14, 2023
Radical Inclusion: Dr. David Sengeh's Strategy for Societal Change

The following is a conversation between DR. DAVID SENGEH, the Chief Minister of Sierra Leone and author of Radical Inclusion: SEVEN STEPS TO HELP YOU CREATE A MORE JUST WORKPLACE, HOME, AND WORLD, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.

25m
Nov 03, 2023
Work Reimagined: Adapting Organizational Culture in Changing Times

The following is a conversation between DR. JESSICA KRIEGEL, Chief Scientist of Workplace Culture at Culture Partners, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.

28m
Nov 01, 2023
Navigating Global Challenges: The Resilient Mission of Doctors Without Borders

The following is a conversation between AVRIL BENOÎT, the EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF DOCTORS WITHOUT BORDERS, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.

34m
Oct 26, 2023
Cultivating Excellence: Inside the Unique Workplace Culture of Silicon Schools Fund

Recent events have compelled nonprofit organizations to change the way they get work done, how they deliver their services, and what they do to achieve a more just and equitable society. So, THE BUSINESS OF GIVING has connected with those organizations that are doing this exceptionally well in a segment we call: THE PATHS FORWARD. Because there is more than just one way.

11m
Oct 26, 2023
Navigating Global Challenges: The Resilient Mission of Doctors Without Borders

AVRIL BENOÎTEXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF DOCTORS WITHOUT BORDERS

34m
Oct 23, 2023
Hispanics in Philanthropy: A Culture of Listening and Inclusivity

Recent events have compelled nonprofit organizations to change the way they get work done, how they deliver their services, and what they do to achieve a more just and equitable society. So, THE BUSINESS OF GIVING has connected with those organizations that are doing this exceptionally well in a segment we call: THE PATHS FORWARD. Because there is more than just one way.

11m
Oct 16, 2023
Dan Doctoroff, Target ALS - Teamwork in the Fight Against ALS: Dan Doctoroff's Collaborative Vision

The following is a conversation between DAN DOCTOROFF, FOUNDER AND CHAIRMAN OF TARGET ALS, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.

33m
Oct 13, 2023
Project ECHO's Commitment to Cultivating a Value-Driven Culture

Recent events have compelled nonprofit organizations to change the way they get work done, how they deliver their services, and what they do to achieve a more just and equitable society. So, THE BUSINESS OF GIVING has connected with those organizations that are doing this exceptionally well in a segment we call: THE PATHS FORWARD. Because there is more than just one way.

12m
Oct 05, 2023
The Transformation of Workplaces: A Deep Dive with HR Expert Josh Bersin

The following is a conversation between JOSH BERSIN, author of IRRESISTIBLE: THE SEVEN SECRETS OF THE WORLD'S MOST ENDURING, EMPLOYEE-FOCUSED ORGANIZATIONS, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving.

32m
Oct 02, 2023
Susan G. Komen: The Power of Collective Mission, Collaboration, and Excellence

Recent events have compelled nonprofit organizations to change the way they get work done, how they deliver their services, and what they do to achieve a more just and equitable society. So, THE BUSINESS OF GIVING has connected with those organizations that are doing this exceptionally well in a segment we call: THE PATHS FORWARD. Because there is more than just one way.

14m
Sep 30, 2023
A Values-Driven Culture: The BBB Pacific Southwest Experience

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11m
Sep 28, 2023
Brandee McHale: Crafting a Holistic Toolkit for Positive Societal Change with Citi

BRANDEE MCHALE, the Head of Community Investing and Development at Citi and President of the Citi Foundation,

35m
Sep 12, 2023