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Shelly Kirkland, Boot Campaign

In this episode of our Building Trust Video Series, we talk with Shelly Kirkland, CEO of Boot Campaign. Check out our interview then read our full report on Boot Campaign here, https://bit.ly/3du8SKS

Jun 30, 2021

Heart of Giving, Patrichi Shah, Part 1

This week, our guest is Pratichi Shah, an HR strategist and thought leader and the CEO of Flourish Talent Management Solutions, a firm focused on increasing impact through talent strategy development, organizational development; and coaching for emerging leaders. She is also currently serving on the...

Jun 29, 2021

Donating to Help Victims of Florida Building Collapse

As the tragedy of the Surfside, Florida building collapse unfolds, many will seek to help victims and their families. BBB Wise Giving Alliance provides the following advice to help make wise contribution decisions.

Jun 25, 2021

Wise Giving Wednesday: Generations Define “Charity Impact” Differently

When it comes to the term “charity impact,” it turns out different generations may respond to different messages.

Jun 24, 2021

NancyJo Houk, American Indian College Fund

In this episode of our Building Trust Video Series, Art Taylor chats with NancyJo Houk of the American Indian College Fund. Read our full report on AICF here, https://bit.ly/3d6ZrAW

Jun 23, 2021

Heart of Giving, Bob Johansen Part 2

We continue our conversation about the future of philanthropy with Bob Johansen in this week's exciting new episode. Bob Johansen is a distinguished fellow with the Institute for the Future in Silicon Valley. For more than 30 years, Bob has helped organizations around the world prepare for and...

Jun 22, 2021

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