Meet Barbara Barbara is a military spouse, executive director, and founder of  SisterHood Ministry, a 501c(3) nonprofit organization network geared towards women in the military community, both past and present affiliation, who have a heart for ministry. The nonprofit focuses on Faith-based network connections while providing tools and resources for managing ministry operations with Christian leadership development. Barbara is also pursuing a Master of Divinity – M.Div. focused in Christian Leadership from Grand Canyon University. On the podcast, we discuss how she got her start in ministry with military spouses, how the organization provides tools and resources to manage ministry operations successfully, and how to mend those cultural gaps between military families and the local community. If you want to be inspired by the ministry through military spouses, check out this podcast episode. More information on the Sisterhood Ministry can be found at https://www.sisterhoodministry.com.

Meet 1LT Scott Klein Scott is a well-regarded community activist and entrepreneur. Scott is a published author who hosts the popular "Get Down to Business" radio show in Chicago, the "WeAllServe" podcast, and serves as an Officer in the US Army Reserves (Military Police) as well as the Chairman of the Village of Skokie Economic Development Commission. Scott holds a doctorate in educational leadership and a master's degree in Jewish Professional Studies concentration in nonprofit management. On the podcast, we dove deep into nonprofit management; we chatted specifically about why fundraising is not the only essential element of being on a nonprofit board. We also discussed the steps to starting a nonprofit and how many people get the meaning of nonprofits wrong, equating it to being broke, but that's far from the truth. Listen to the podcast to learn the truth about fundraising and make a more significant impact in the lives of others through nonprofits! Listen up! Find out more about 1LT Scott Klein @ ShalomKlein.com.  This podcast episode is brought to you by Lettie Intebi Velasco with Coldwell Banker Call Lettie @ 915-820-8281 for all your real estate needs.

Meet Wayne Terronez Wayne was raised by a teenage single mother in Illinois. His mother was 17 when he was born, and she dropped out of high school. Due to her limited education and job skills, he and his brother were raised on state assistance. They were in and out of three foster homes before the age of ten. Wayne knew from an early age how it felt not to afford to play sports because his family was poor. Had it not been for his aunts, uncles, and coaches paying for his registration fees and equipment, he would have been unable to play sports.  Wayne often reflects on those early memories and how he felt, and he wants to help as many youth athletes as possible not feel how he did as a child. He also has overcome being a teenage father. Wayne knew the value of education and worked full time, stayed in school, and graduated high school on time at the age of 18. He joined the United States Marines Corps right after graduating high school at the age of 18. He will retire from the United States Marine Corps as a Master Gunnery Sergeant (E-9) after more than 29 years of service in January 2022. In the podcast, he shared that as he prepared to retire, he began to look at things he wanted to do after retirement, which led to helping the community. We discuss how his goal of helping the underprivileged led to creating Pathway to Sports and that data has shown that youth are more likely to graduate high school if they participate in sports. Find out more about how to support Pathway to Sports at https://www.pathwaytosports.org/

Meet Reba Terry-Wilborn Reba is an Inspirational Writer and Author, a Prayer Warrior, a Christian Mental Health Counselor, a Board-Certified Life Coach, and the Principal of Heritage Christian Academy, El Paso, Texas.  Meet Antonio Cassagnol Antonio is a retired Lieutenant Colonel (LTC) with over 28 years of military service, an Emergency Management Specialist, and the Superintendent of Heritage Christian Academy. In this podcast episode, we discuss : Through Heritage Christian Academy, they are training youth in accordance with the concepts of God's word.  How is HCA using the PACE curriculum to enhance character building and bible integration? The importance of educating all students to the highest levels of academic achievement enables them to reach and expand their potential and become lifelong learners. https://5agc.org/heritage-christian-academy

Meet Simon Chandler Originally from England, Simon has lived on the US/Mexico border since the early 90s. Born and raised in Marlborough, UK, he came to the United States after completing a bachelor’s degree in International Relations from Stafford University, UK. He spent about a decade working with refugees and undocumented immigrants in El Paso, Texas, and Ciudad Juarez, Chihuahua with Annunciation House. He is also the founder and executive director of Segundo Barrio Futbol Club. He first got involved in youth soccer as a volunteer with his son’s team. Segundo Barrio Futbol Club is a small, all-volunteer nonprofit that started in 2011. It seeks to use soccer as a tool for social change by providing opportunities for low-income youth to play the sport. Today it has several soccer programs with over 150 boys and girls ages 8 to 18. On the podcast, we discuss: Segundo Barrio Futbol Club’s mission is to use soccer as a tool for change. How many of the kids struggle in school academically and need a lot of support, and they wanted to start a program to do more than just recreational soccer. Segundo Barrio Futbol Club uses the philosophy of guided discovery to create the conditions and the structure where the kids learn to resolve problems themselves. Find out more about Segundo Barrio Futbol Club at https://www.segundobarriofutbolclub.org/ https://www.facebook.com/segundobarriofutbolclub/ Lettie Intebi Velasco of Coldwell Banker sponsors this podcast episode.  If you’ve been thinking about getting that bigger yard, or downsizing now that the kids are gone, give my friend Lettie a call at (915) 820-8281. Lettie Intebi Velasco of Coldwell Banker.

Meet  Patrick Nolan Patrick is the Executive Director of Friends of Organ Mountains-Desert Peak. Patrick brings thirteen years of organizing experience and six years with the American Federation of Teachers New Mexico (AFTNM).  With AFTNM, Patrick worked with school employees across the state of New Mexico as they advocated for strong public schools. Patrick’s work with the American Federation of State and County and Municipal employees took him to several western states, Alaska, Utah, Colorado, and Washington. Public lands play a pivotal role in all of these states and their economies, much as they do in New Mexico. The extensive time working in these states opened Patrick’s eyes to the benefit of protecting and advocating for Public Lands. He worked with folks tasked with protecting and maintaining public lands on state, county, and city levels. The love they had for public lands helped Patrick learn the value of public lands. His experience building coalitions across the diverse state of New Mexico will serve him well as we advocate for Public Lands. On the podcast, we discussed: Climate change and the role public lands play in addressing it. Connecting the community to public lands. Challenge of fundraising. Find out more about Friends of Organ Mountains-Desert Peak at the following: https://organmountainsdesertpeaks.org/or https://www.facebook.com/FriendsOMDP Also, check out sponsors onFacebook, Lettie Intebi Velasco of Coldwell Banker, (915) 820-8281 Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/Lettie-Intebi-Velasco-Realtor-444247292395194  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lettieintebiv.realty/?hl=en

Meet Eric Ressler Eric is the Founder and Creative Director at Cosmic, a Social Impact Creative Agency. Cosmic empowers social impact organizations to catalyze real-world change by helping them nail their impact story, build brand awareness, and inspire action. Eric got his start in design from a very young age, and after leaving a design program in San Diego early to pursue freelance work, he cut his teeth running a freelance business in the digital design space. After organically building a strong roster of clients, he discovered a passion for the social impact and philanthropic space. On the podcast, we discuss: -What’s a social organization -Scarcity Mindset of nonprofits -Why social organizations should be concerned with their brand If your nonprofit needs rebranding, listen to this podcast. https://designbycosmic.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/design-by-cosmic-inc-/

Meet Lindsey Hardman Lindsey is the Co-Founder of FETCH (Fostering Empowerment Through Canine Help). She has always been an avid horse and dog lover, having managed multiple farms throughout her life. Still, it wasn't until she acquired a stray dog with significant "baggage" that she discovered the near-identical similarities between people and dogs who have experienced trauma. That dog, Noah, became the catalyst for her mission in life. It wasn't long before people around her started telling her to euthanize him because he was so aggressive, but she knew that he was something special without a shadow of a doubt. This proved to be true when he later saved her life on multiple occasions through pure intuition. Years later, this led her to the mission of FETCH, and her desire and passion for educating on these parallels have become a heart calling. Lindsey is a Virginia native living in Texas, where she has resided for the last eight years. Lindsey holds a B.S. in Criminal Justice. Meet Jennifer Baptista Jennifer is the Secretary and Co-Founder of FETCH (Fostering Empowerment Through Canine Help). She has always had a passion and love for dogs, but this grew increasingly in 2019 when Willow, a Goldendoodle,  joined the Baptista family and began training with FETCH partner Paws in Hand.  What started as obedience training and hunting training quickly turned into something more when Paws in Hand saw great potential in Willow at a young age to serve the community as a certified therapy dog. Jennifer holds B.S. in Business Administration from The University of Texas at Dallas. On the podcast, we learned the why behind FETCH.’ -How existing is not just an option for the organization -The goal of therapy dogs -Dogs don’t live in the past Take a listen to this intriguing podcast episode.  For more information about FETCH: Website:https://fetchdfw.org/about-ushttps IG: https://www.instagram.com/fetchdfw/

Meet Tramain Rayford Born to a single mother, Tramain quickly comprehended the challenges that encompassed fatherlessness. He observed his mother struggling to educate herself at The University of Toledo while providing for her children, maintaining their home, and looking after him and his two older brothers. Without having a moral compass that is often found in a father figure, Tramain struggled with insecurity, identity, peer pressure, and drug abuse. It wasn’t until he was an adult that he began to recognize the negative impact of not having a father in his life. On the podcast, we discussed: His dream is to change the cycle of fatherlessness. Why praying is essential in mentorship matches? What exactly is dodgeball economics? Find out how you can help young men go from a statistic to a success story.  Take a listen. https://programinc.org/

Meet Jessica Chinyelu is the creator of the Sponsored and Secured, a program that helps organizations grow their sponsorship revenue systematically and reliably. She teaches you how to craft win-win relationships through her proven methods that have transformed the way global influencers and organizations increase cash flow On the podcast, we discuss: Three levels of sponsorships Sponsorships equal relationships Importance of Alignment Find out how to get sponsored and secured with this podcast episode. Listen up! https://www.jessicachinyelu.com https://www.jessicachinyelu.com!

Meet Andrea Ramirez, Chief Executive Officer of Amistad Andrea has been with Amistad for 11 years and has grown into several roles during her tenure with the agency. She began her journey with Amistad as the Director of the Aging, Disability & Transportation Resource Center (ADTRC) and was later promoted to Chief Operating Officer of Social Service Programs. She ensures that Amistad advocates, connect, and delivers social services to communities that are dignified and meaningful for their clients. Her success at the agency has revolved around grant writing and sustainability to provide much-needed assistance. On the podcast, we chat about the 45th Anniversary of Amistad and the organization's changes during the forty-five years. We examined Amistad's role in guardianship and their role and helping veterans of the El Paso Community. Finally, we spoke about what Amistad is planning for the future. To learn more about Amistad, check out their website at https://projectamistad.org/ Follow: https://www.facebook.com/AmistadElPasoTX/ https://www.instagram.com/amistadelpaso/

Meet Kris Putnam-Walkerly, the author of Delusional Altruism For over 20 years, she has advised top global philanthropists to transform their giving and catapult their impact. As a sought-after philanthropy advisor, expert, and award-winning author, she has helped hundreds of wealthy families, foundation and Fortune 500 companies, and wealth advisors strategically influence and allocate over half a billion dollars in grants and gifts. On the podcast, we talk about how you give matters and transforming your giving. We also discussed things that reduce speed the speed of philanthropy, such as: - Bottlenecks - Fear - Overthinking strategic planning - Scarcity Mindset Finally, we also examined how COVID changed how funders gave by eliminating restrictions and more. If you want to know more about how to be an altruistic giver, check out the podcast. Find out more about Delusional Altruism at https://putnam-consulting.com/

Meet Art Gloria, President of the El Paso Society of Human Resource Managers (SHRM). On the podcast, he shares that SHRM is a nonprofit organization of human resource management professionals and why the organization is essential for human resource professionals, supervisors, and employees. He also speaks on the purpose of SHRM: to make the workplace better for all, especially in the time of racial justice and mental health awareness.  Finally, he discusses the challenges of human resource professionals in the time of COVID. http://www.epshrm.org/ @elpashrm

Meet Roshanda Williams, President and Community Liaison for the Collective Impact App. On the podcast, she shares that the Collective Impact App was started because of the lack of funding for Black Nonprofits. She also tells that the Collective Impact App's mission is to provide educational workshops and professional services to nonprofits of color to help them overcome internal and external barriers. Find out more about the internal and external barriers that prevent nonprofits of color from receiving funds and how they can overcome those barriers. Tune and listen to how to make a collective impact! Link in the bio! S3EP1 @collectiveimpact_app www.collective-impact.app

Do you want to know some techniques to get donations for your nonprofit? Listen to the wise words of Kathrin Berg, El Paso Community Foundation Vice President of Donor Relations, as she shares some insightful donor tips. We also discuss that it’s essential to listen to the voice of the experts in the room when you don’t know to avoid making mistakes.  Finally, we talk about how to build and maintain relationships with donors. Listen to this podcast episode and get those donations! Website: https://epcf.org/ Phone:  (915) 533-4020

Touching the lives of others through music is a gift that continues to give. Listen to this great episode with the Grammy Award-Winner Zuill Bailey, Artistic Director of El Paso Pro Musica, and Felipa Solis, Executive Director of El Paso Pro Music. We discussed their season dedicated to thanking people for their support. We also chatted about how they have collaborated with others to bring El Paso Pro Musica to being the beacon of classical music that it is today.   Finally, we listen to Zuill's Bach performance of Cello Suite No. 1 in G Major. Peak up your ears and listen! https://elpasopromusica.org/

WOW,  this episode was so illuminating about what young black girls face daily. Listen to the interview with Alana V. Allen, Founder and Executive of I Am A Queen. We talk about mentoring to ensure that young black girls can reach their higher education and leadership goals. We also discuss how mental health challenges are factoring into their lives. Finally, Alana talks about the joys of being with a staff that loves whom they serve. https://www.iamaqueen.org/ info@iamaqueen.org

Why is it essential for veteran organizations to collaborate? Listen to, Benjamin Miranda, Jr, the Director of Operational Impact and Business Development of Endeavors, talk about the importance of collaboration in the veteran space. We also discuss the innovative techniques used to help veterans on the brink of homelessness. Finally, he shares some valuable lessons from 24 years in the Air Force going into the nonprofit world. Take a listen and share this valuable resource with a veteran in your life. El Paso Endeavors Website: https://endeavors.org/ Phone: (915) 320-1390 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CohenClinicEP

The Boys and Girls Club of El Paso has the vision that every young person who comes to the club will graduate from high school with a plan for their future and demonstrate good character and leadership and live a healthy lifestyle. Listen to the featured guest Anthony Tomasheski, CEO of the Boys and Girls Club of El Paso,  share how that vision has been achieved even during the pandemic. We also discuss what the Boys and Girls Clubs do for youth who are on the Autism Spectrum. Lastly, we chat about the characteristics of a great board. Listen up! https://bgcelpaso.org/ https://www.facebook.com/bgclubelpaso

Inspired by Science Do you have a complete understanding of science? The terms used, scientific papers, etc., etc. Don't fret; Dr. Parmvir Bahia, CEO of Scientist Inc, discussed how her organization breaks down science for the non-scientific audience and shares the critical work done in local communities with friendly neighborhood scientists. We also discuss how COVID has affected their bottom line and methods to attract volunteers from more diverse backgrounds. Peak up your ears and listen! Website: https://scientistsinc.org/ Scientists, Inc. 3104 N. Armenia Ave, STE2 Tampa, FL, 33607