The Heart of Giving Podcast

The Heart of Giving Podcast is hosted by Art Taylor, President and CEO of BBB Wise Giving Alliance. The weekly podcast celebrates the transformative effects that giving and service have on the human spirit and community.

As host, Art interviews a diverse range of guests including non-profit leaders, social entrepreneurs, business executives, celebrities, authors, and everyday heroes about their experiences with philanthropy and community service. The conversations spotlight inspirational stories of how giving back has impacted the lives of his guests and the people they serve.

Through storytelling and thoughtful discussion, The Heart of Giving Podcast explores the meaningful reasons, profound effects, and personal fulfillment that come from supporting worthy causes and helping others in need. The podcast aims to educate and encourage listeners to embrace the spirit of generosity.

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Wise Giving Wednesday: Embezzlement at Youth Sports Clubs

A front-page article in the Sunday sports section of The Washington Post (Stubbs, Roman, Cash Keeps Disappearing from Youth Sports Clubs, 10/16/2022) provides an overview of financial embezzlement allegations about a soccer sports club in Oregon

Oct 26, 2022

Heart of Giving Podcast, Can Charities Lead on DEIA

In this week's episode, our host and the President & CEO of BBB Wise Giving Alliance, Art Taylor, shares his thoughts on DEIA and how the nonprofit sector can lead the nation in addressing some of the challenges with implementing DEIA.

Oct 20, 2022

Wise Giving Wednesday: International Charity Fraud Awareness Week

As part of International Charity Fraud Awareness Week, which represents an international coalition of government regulators, law enforcement agencies, charities and others seeking to address charity fraud issues, BBB Wise Giving Alliance is pleased to share some steps that donors might take to help...

Oct 19, 2022

Wise Giving Wednesday: Breast Cancer Awareness Month

As October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we wanted to bring attention to this important cause and provide tips to help donors make informed choices in supporting charities that address this issue.

Oct 12, 2022

Heart of Giving Podcast, Amit Kumar

In this week's episode, our guest is Amit Kumar who is currently an Asst. Professor of Marketing and Psychology at the University of Texas at Austin. We discuss his research into the scientific study of happiness and the impact of random acts of kindness.

Oct 12, 2022

BBB Accredited Charities Addressing Hurricane Disaster Relief

To assist donors seeking to support relief efforts for those impacted by either Hurricane Ian and/or Hurricane Fiona, BBB Wise Giving Alliance is providing the following giving tips along with a list of BBB Accredited Charities that are engaged in disaster relief activities.

Oct 05, 2022

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