Philanthropy should not only be purposeful but fun. Check out these fun and informative conversations with Rena Olsen of the Uncommon Philanthropist Show.
Thriving Through Traumatic Brain Injury with Carole Starr
Traumatic brain injury can be difficult to diagnose and can dramatically impact the life of those affected.
Carole Starr survived a horrific car crash but was left with a traumatic brain injury with no chance of a full recovery. Carole shares her story of not only surviving the injury but rebuilding her life as an author, keynote speaker and trusted advocate for others impacted by brain injury. In using her gifts in love and service to others, Carole has found her purpose and is indeed a next-level uncommon philanthropist...#LETGO!!
Special thanks to the Brain Injury Association of America for the amazing work they do and for connecting us with Carole!
To learn more about Carole: StarrSpeakerAuthor.com
For more about Rena Olsen: UncommonPhilanthropist.com
Watch the full episode on YouTube or your favorite podcast platforms:
YouTube: https://youtu.be/ziUH0d5XAYo
Spotify: https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/ecnIzMWOJRb
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/uncommon-philanthropist/id1774213804?i=1000699222209
#braininjuryawareness #braininjuryrehab #braininjurysurvivor #uncommonphilanthropist #uncommonphilanthropy #UP #letgo
Everybody Needs a Champion
David Allen is a community paramedic and champion of the My Watch Alpharetta program.
It's a challenge for all...how do we serve the "invisible people" of our communities, including our homebound elderly, the housing insecure and those struggling with mental illness?
First responders throughout the U.S. are helping bridge this gap through community paramedicine programs implemented by local fire departments and hospitals. Learn more about the hope and possibility of community paramedicine as told by community paramedic David Allen of My Watch Alpharetta. Thank you to the City of Alpharetta, the Alpharetta Department of Public Safety, David Allen and the My Watch community paramedicine team and local taxpayers who make hope and help available to the most vulnerable in our community.
To learn more: https://alpharetta.ga.us
For more about Rena Olsen of Uncommon Philanthropist: https://uncommonphilanthropist.com
Listen/watch the episode:
YouTube: https://youtu.be/VfcfbMl0WEk
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3VzAycs582lV6kHA67rjwG
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/uncommon-philanthropist/id1774213804?i=1000695546614
#alpharettaga #awesomealpharetta #rotary #communityparamedicine #firstresponders #invisiblepeople #invisiblepopulations #socialwork #Alpharetta #MyWatchprogram #community champions #vulnerable populations #aging #mental health #homelessness
Mercy Chefs with Founder Chef Gary LeBlanc
When you've lost everything because of natural disaster, a hot and delicious meal does more than nourish the body, it nurtures the soul. Learn more about Mercy Chefs, a nonprofit organization that provides chef inspired catered meals to disaster victims and volunteers. Uncommon Philanthropist had a chance to volunteer with Mercy Chefs in Asheville, North Carolina following Hurricane Helene and interview its founder, Chef Gary LeBlanc to learn more about what it means "to feed body and soul". Let go!
To learn more:
https://mercychefs.com
https://uncommonphilanthropist.com
Watch Mercy Chefs on Uncommon Philanthropist:
YouTube: https://youtu.be/aZfu9mlyWD
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7vAdrVmjqZOv4nIUOFuEPl
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/uncommon-philanthropist/id1774213804?i=1000685176756
#disasterresponse #disaster #nonprofit #uncommonphilanthropist #charity #serving #foodislove
Bigger Than Texas Aspirations with Kile Lewis
Rena Olsen and Kile Lewis, fellow Rotarians, Texans and uncommon philanthropists.
Kile Lewis is a “go big or go home” kind of guy, especially when it comes to creative ways to raise money for charity. Gain insight from this fearless leader into what it means to be an uncommon philanthropist and learn more about the unique fundraising event he helped bring to life, The Alpharetta Polar Bear Plunge, presented by the Rotary Club of Alpharetta.
Watch or listen to this episode on your favorite platforms:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2U2sU5eY2OHpNDx9iiTcBO?si=EjYZjRriRGuRJOokFFfKhw
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bigger-than-texas-aspirations-with-uncommon/id1774213804?i=1000682563668
YouTube: https://youtu.be/qnQ641Fa_Tc?si=_T_E-jSwyTJEFc9O
For more details on the events, organizations and companies mentioned in this episode, visit:
https://alpharettapolarbearplunge.com
Follow Uncommon Philanthropist on social media!
Have a story idea or guest for us to consider? Email: uncommonphilanthropist@gmail.com
#LetGo!! #UncommonPhilanthropist #GenerousGiving
Elizabeth Omilami (Hosea Helps) on Uncommon Philanthropist
Elizabeth Omilami on Uncommon Philanthropist.
Don’t miss this inspiring conversation with the multi-talented Elisabeth Omilami, a true humanitarian, actor and the daughter of civil rights great Rev. Hosea Williams. Elizabeth is the President and CEO of Hosea Helps (formerly Hosea Feed the Hungry,) an Atlanta-based nonprofit that serves the needs of over 50,000 families per year in the U.S. and six countries abroad.
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0Sa76BZEvKjb6cd4puOw2x?si=cx42o9umTYqtUFsFh1c7OA
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/uncommon-philanthropist/id1774213804?i=1000681135498
YouTube: https://youtu.be/UEmUXIb-DAM?si=dXJL7orE-xIke_3B
For more details on the events, organizations and companies mentioned in this episode, visit:
Follow Uncommon Philanthropist on social media!
Have a story idea or guest for us to consider? Email: uncommonphilanthropist@gmail.com
#LetGo!! #UncommonPhilanthropist #GenerousGiving
What exactly is an Uncommon Philanthropist?
Rena and Erin Peterson of Scout Stories.
Rena Olsen, the founder and host of Uncommon Philanthropist, sits down with Emmy-award winning journalist and producer Erin Peterson of Scout Stories to talk about everything UP. Don’t miss our fun and informative conversation:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2Nvzims9sXnNxhWcw87Gxk?si=_IiTtDKrSL6X-AALtXNC9w
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/uncommon-philanthropist/id1774213804?i=1000679497600
YouTube: https://youtu.be/Eup4odvl9sU?si=wuwmlH46KVCY4tWu
#LetGo!! #UncommonPhilanthropist #GenerousGiving
Remember to check out Scout Stories for all of your story telling needs: https://scoutstories.org
Donor Advised Funds (DAFs) with Adam Nash of Daffy
Adam Nash, CEO and co-founder of Daffy, joins Rena on the Uncommon Philanthropist Show.
The donor advised fund, or DAF, has long been a valuable tool for traditional philanthropists. Think of a DAF as a savings account for charitable giving with additional benefits designed to fuel efficiency and help increase your donations to your favorite nonprofits. In this episode, you’ll meet Adam Nash, the CEO and co-founder of Daffy. Utilizing the latest technology, Daffy is a new way to “DAF” with additional functionality and ease of use built in for those who wish to take their charitable giving to new heights while having fun along the way.
Watch or listen to this episode on your favorite platforms:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5fGiaccLkSzxHl5rgDu1Fe?si=kRDC8wdRQImABU9oTRGYkg
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/uncommon-philanthropist/id1774213804?i=1000677528533
YouTube: https://youtu.be/GZdQLLwEChA?si=IC7ngwBU9umH-kzL
For more details on the events, organizations and companies mentioned in this episode, visit:
https://daffy.org
Follow Uncommon Philanthropist on social media!
Have a story idea or guest for us to consider? Email: uncommonphilanthropist@gmail.com
#LetGo!! #UncommonPhilanthropist #GenerousGiving
Philanthropy 101 with Elizabeth Burdette
As we all begin to form muscle as “uncommon philanthropists,” this episode with Elizabeth Burdette is a must-listen. It is an “UP Class 101” on everything philanthropy.
Elizabeth is a former attorney and now serves with the wealth management firm SignatureFD as their philanthropic advisor. She has a true servant’s heart and deep knowledge of philanthropy. Elizabeth is well connected with both the donor and nonprofit communities, has launched a giving circle (Bloom Atlanta) and is a friend to many…all the while parenting three young children.
Elizabeth Burdette and Rena at at Bloom Atlanta gathering.
When developing the concept of Uncommon Philanthropist, Elizabeth was one of the first people I reached out to share the seed of the idea—how do we mobilize everyday people to engage in philanthropy? Like a true Uncommon Philanthropist herself, she immediately gave of her heart, time and expertise and helped breathe life, vision and structure into what is now UP.
And of course, she agreed to be one of my first guests on UP and to freely share what has been given to her.
Enjoy this episode with my brilliant friend and philanthropy expert, Elizabeth Burdette.
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2bdumTvcNjMyd6rEN6Asog?si=tqmSzxYGQ0K0cnnztZd8CQ
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/uncommon-philanthropist/id1774213804?i=1000674876869