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Heart of Giving podcast, Kimberly Callinan of Compassion & Choices

Join Host Art Taylor as he delves into the sensitive yet crucial topic of end-of-life quality with Kimberly Callinan, President and CEO of Compassion & Choices. This enlightening conversation challenges listeners to consider how facing death head-on can profoundly impact the way we live, while also exploring the legal and ethical landscape of end-of-life choices in America.

Wise Giving Wednesday: Donating to Help Those Impacted by Tropical Storm Debby

As Hurricane Debby, which evolved into Tropical Storm Debby, continues to rain down on the Southeastern United States, many communities brace for strong winds and major flooding. Read on for advice on making charitable contributions to help those in need.

Aug 07, 2024

Heart of Giving podcast 200th Episode, Dr. Helene Gayle

In this, our 200th episode of the Heart of Givin podcast, Art sits down with Dr. Helene Gayle, our very first guest, to discuss her journey to becoming a leader in philanthropy and education. She emphasizes the importance of giving back and creating positive social change.

Aug 06, 2024

Heart of Giving podcast, Rob Fersh, Founder of Convergence Center for Policy Resolution.

This week's Guest, Rob Fersh joins Art to discuss his work with Convergence. They explore how Convergence brings together diverse stakeholders to find common ground on contentious issues like healthcare, incarceration reform, and education.

Aug 01, 2024

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Wise Giving Wednesday: Taylor Swift’s Food Bank Donations

Last week, The Chronicle of Philanthropy featured an article about Taylor Swift’s donations to food banks during her Eras concert tour. As reported, her cumulative donations resulted in hundreds of thousands of meals being available to various food banks in the cities and communities where the shows took place.

Jul 31, 2024

Heart of Giving podcast, Elvia Castro, BBB Wise Giving Alliance

This week, our guest is Elvia Castro, Associate Director, Charity Evaluation, BBB Wise Giving Alliance. Art and Elvia discuss highlights of our latest Donor Trust Special Report: Public Eye on Charity Accountability.

Jul 24, 2024

Wise Giving Wednesday: Public Perception of AI-Generated Charity Appeals

Earlier this year, a Google survey found that more than half of nonprofits use Artificial Intelligence (AI) for some tasks, and that four in five nonprofits think AI may be applicable to their work.

Jul 24, 2024

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