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In this episode, Rena sits down with Morgan DeNicola, a fresh voice in philanthropy.  Morgan leads The DeNicola Family Foundation a private, charitable foundation rooted in advancing World Health, Cultural Diplomacy, Humanitarian Recognition and Conservation. An extension of  Cosmo DeNicola Compani…

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In this fabulous conversation, Rena sits down with Dawn Pinnock, President and CEO of the Center for Urban Community Services (CUCS), one of New York’s most effective social service organizations. The organizations mission is “Helping New Yorkers rise from poverty, exit homelessness and be healthy.…
It was not the illness that defined Erik's daughter, Jessie, but her ebullient spirit, her heart to serve others and the encouragement she delivered to other children battling cancer to "Never Ever Give Up" (NEGU.) Jessie's spirit lives on through the foundation her family founded to enco…
Horses have power, intuition and gentleness within to be magical therapists. Hippotherapy can be used in a number of therapies--helping disabled children learn to walk and healing emotional wounds of veterans and other trauma survivors. Shining Hope Farms, a non-profit, is a three-farm facility in …
Dr. Deborah Heiser joins Rena for an inspiring word about aging (newsflash, it does have a few advantages) and how mentoring is a form of philanthropy.  Dr. Heiser is an Applied Developmental Psychologist and shares her brilliant insight on mentoring, generativity and how we can make the most of ou…
Walking with a loved one through dementia or Alzheimer’s Disease can be a long and often lonely experience. It can also be offset by moments of love and joy. Family members who’ve traveled this path of caring for a loved one with dementia often learn valuable lessons along the way. Many are inspire…
In this episode of Uncommon Philanthropist, you'll learn more about the power of hope and help as shared by Ethan Forhetz, Vice President of Public Engagement/ National Spokesperson for Convoy of Hope. Convoy of Hope is a tremendous organization working to make a differenc ein the lives of children…
Have you ever considered that connecting is a form of philanthropy? In this episode, you’ll meet David Homan, a next level connector, uncommon philanthropist, dad, author and composer. He is here today to challenge the way we think about connection and how we can maximize our ability as connectors …
Caring for a loved one with dementia is truly one of the highest forms of philanthropy. Kathi Miracle is an author, expert and consultant and helps caregivers navigate the challenges of dementia care with compassion, knowledge and practical strategies.  She is here to share more with us about The S…
Professor Renee Bourque leads us through the essentials of finding grant funding and so much more in this fun and informative episode. Renee advises UPs that curiosity should lead the way for those seeking to serve others through philanthropy. Let go! For more information: GettingFundedBooks.com Br…
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