Making Our World Better
Lively conversations with inspiring people who every day are making our world better. Listen in an be encouraged that no matter where you are in your life, there are ways you can make our world better. Hosted by Jay Clark, Principal of JC Charity Services.
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The"Making Our World Better" podcast is a production of JC Charity Services.
With more than 1.8 million nonprofit organizations in the U.S., it is difficult for nonprofits and their leaders to thrive in a hyper-competitive, do-more-with less environment. With lessons learned from more than 20 years of successfully nonprofit leadership, JC Charity Services can be a competitive advantage and help leaders navigate the potholes they face every day.
We would love to talk to have a conversation about how we can elevate your organization or feature you on this podcast - contact Jay Clark at jay@jccharityservices.com.
Episodes
Monday Aug 08, 2022
Monday Aug 08, 2022
Wings Over The Rockies Museum is heaven for aviation enthusiasts, but like so many great cultural attractions, there is way more to the organization that meets the eye; listen as President and CEO John Barry explains how his organization is a national trendsetter in aviation education! To learn more about Wings Over The Rockies, visit www.wingsmuseum.org; you can find museum hours and information about all their cool programs and the Blue Skies Academy.
This podcast was sponsored by JC Charity & Events Services. If you would like to discover how we can bolster your effort or help your team achieve its goals, visit www.makingourworldbetter.com.
Thursday Aug 04, 2022
Thursday Aug 04, 2022
Tucked just off Interstate 70 just minutes outside of Denver lies one of the greatest outposts of peace and serenity in Colorado, the Mother Cabrini Shrine. Director of Development JoAnn Seaman shares some great history to the shrine, expansion plans, and how a small but might team keeps this incredible facility going.
To learn more about Mother Cabrini Shrine, or to purchase tickets to super fun upcoming Mother Cabrini Shrine Gala, visit www.mothercabrinishrine.org.
This podcast is presented by JC Charity & Events Services - we would love to have a conversation with you about how we can help your team achieve its goals. You can reach Jay Clark at jay@jccharityservices.com.
Monday Aug 01, 2022
Monday Aug 01, 2022
The all-volunteer Cancer League of Colorado is an army of people driven to defeat this insidious disease, and driving the bus is President Gary Reece. Gary has been a business fixture in Colorado for decades and continues to make a mark leading this incredible organization that through its fundraising efforts has helped some of the biggest breakthroughs in cancer research in the country. The secret sauce is the organization's ability to partner with other organizations and leverage donations, so every dollar given to the Cancer League of Colorado has an exponential impact.
To learn more and find out ways to volunteer to help, visit www.cancerleague.org.
This podcast is sponsored by JC Charity & Events Services- if you would like to find out how we can help your team achieve its goals, we'd love to have a conversation with you: contact us at www.makingourworldbetter.com
Thursday Jul 28, 2022
Thursday Jul 28, 2022
Learning independence, and inter-dependence are valuable lessons the Wayfaring Band, a Colorado nonprofit dedicated to helping those with intellectual and developmental disabilities, teaches to it's merry band of travelers as together, they take wonderful expeditions all around the world. Program Director Kendal Hagar shares how enriching this life on the road is as a member of the Wayfaring Band!
To learn more about, volunteer for or support the Wayfaring Band, visit www.wayfaringband.com.
To learn more about how JC Charity & Event Services can help you and your team achieve its goals, visit us at www.makingourworldbetter.com. Thanks for listening!
Monday Jul 25, 2022
Monday Jul 25, 2022
A good bean soup provides protein and helps fight heart disease. For the Women's Bean Project, a good bean soup also changes lives. Hear from powerhouse CEO Tamra Ryan how this amazing social enterprise has won from a simple bean soup to one that generates millions in sales through an entire line of products and elevates women from dire circumstances to success through work.
To learn more about the Women's Bean Project and support its awesome mission, visit https://www.womensbeanproject.com.
To learn more about the services Jay Clark can offer to lift your organization through JC Charity & Events Services, visit www.makingourworldbetter.com.
Monday Jul 18, 2022
Monday Jul 18, 2022
In this world of abundance, where so much food is wasted, and so many people experience food insecurity, Arlan Preblud and his organization We Don't Waste are creating a bridge between recovering food, feeding people and saving the environment. We Don't Waste has come a long way from humble beginnings of loading leftovers in the back of his car to today where he oversees a nationally-recognized organization with warehouse operations, a fleet of refrigerated trucks and a growing staff!
To volunteer, support or learn more about We Don't Waste, visit them online at www.wedontwaste.org, or call 720.443.6113.
To learn more about the services Jay Clark can offer to elevate your organization through JC Charity & Events Services, visit www.makingourworldbetter.com.
Thursday Jul 14, 2022
Thursday Jul 14, 2022
Life is a roller coaster of ups and downs and while we cannot always control what happens to us, we can always control how we react to any situation. Former athlete and journalist Mark McIntosh is a shining example of choosing to help others. You will enjoy hearing Mark McIntosh's journey and adventure that led him to where he has devoted himself to making our world better through his organization A Strong Cord and more.
To learn more about Mark's speaking, coaching, books, blogs and more, visit www.seekvictory.com or email Mark directly at mark@seekvictory.com.
To learn more about the services Jay Clark can offer to elevate your organization through JC Charity & Events Services, visit www.makingourworldbetter.com.
Monday Jul 11, 2022
Monday Jul 11, 2022
Legendary nonprofit leader Lloyd Lewis, President and CEO of arc Thrift Stores, shares how his crusade to make a better life for his son Kennedy, who was born with Down syndrome, led him to build and oversee one of Colorado's largest social enterprises, which has a billion-dollar economic impact on Colorado and helps thousands of people across the country.
To learn more about arc Thrift Stores, visit www.arcthrift.com or call 303-231-9222.
To learn more about the services Jay Clark can offer to elevate your organization through JC Charity & Events Services, visit www.makingourworldbetter.com.
Thursday Jul 07, 2022
Thursday Jul 07, 2022
The death of a parent can have tragic, long-term effects. Judi's House and the JAG Institute shine a light into the darkest of times for children and families who suffer the trauma of loss. Brook Griese, PhD, joins us for a conversation about how she and her husband Brian took a joint vision and built a groundbreaking, innovative, loving organization that has earned national recognition for grief support and therapy.
To learn more about Judi's House and the JAG Institute, and how you can volunteer or support these great organizations, visit www.judishouse.org or call 720-941-0331.
To learn more about the services Jay Clark can offer to elevate your organization through JC Charity & Events Services, visit www.makingourworldbetter.com.
Tuesday Jul 05, 2022
Tuesday Jul 05, 2022
Bruce Springsteen said, "The best music is essentially there to provide you something to face the world with." Teach Rock, an organization founded by Steven Van Zandt, created a high school curriculum to open the world of history, science, culture and more through music, giving high school students something to face the world with. You will hear from Teach Rock partner and education innovator Pat McGuire on how this program is creating impacts across the globe.
To learn more about Teach Rock, visit www.teachrock.org; to contact Pat directly, email him at mac@teachrock.org.
To learn more about the services Jay Clark can offer to elevate your organization through JC Charity & Events Services, visit www.makingourworldbetter.com.