Legacy giving and planned gifts can shape vibrant, long-lasting futures for our communities. This episode of Philanthropy Speaks features a conversation with Aaron Hamp. Aaron is the founder and president of INC Systems and co-founder and president of ProSwipe. In addition to his businesses, Aaron is a proud member of the Legacy Society at the Community Foundation of Greater Flint. Alongside host Lottie Ferguson, Vice President of Development and Donor Services at the Community Foundation of Gre...
Jun 20, 2025•19 min•Season 5Ep. 6
Content Warning: This episode discusses topics related to suicide, self-harm, mental health, gun violence, and death, which may be distressing for some listeners. Listener discretion is advised. In honor of Mental Health Month, Philanthropy Speaks presents a powerful conversation featuring CFGF President & CEO Dan Kildee, community advocate and nurse Tarnesa Martin ("Nurse T"), and host Moses Bingham, CFGF Director of Strategic Initiatives. Together, they open up about mental health struggle...
May 01, 2025•44 min•Season 5Ep. 5
In honor of Arab American Heritage Month, this episode of Philanthropy Speaks features a conversation with Lucine Jarrah, Executive Director of the Arab American Heritage Council (AAHC). Host Sue Peters, Vice President of Community Impact at the Community Foundation of Greater Flint, dives into the rich culture, stories, and leadership of the Arab American community in Flint and Genesee County. Lucine shares how her Lebanese heritage shapes her identity and fuels her passion for advocacy, civic ...
Apr 10, 2025•28 min•Season 5Ep. 4
In this special episode of Philanthropy Speaks , we're celebrating National Reading Month by exploring the role reading plays in strengthening our communities. Host Chakara Wheeler, Program Officer at the Community Foundation of Greater Flint, is joined by Susana Quintanilla, the founder and director of El Ballet Folklórico Estudiantil (EBFE). Tune in to hear how EBFE is preserving Mexican culture and empowering children through dance, music, and education, all while promoting literacy initiativ...
Mar 05, 2025•25 min•Season 5Ep. 3
In this episode of Philanthropy Speaks, we shine a light on the powerful story of the St. John Street neighborhood, a once-thriving Black community in Flint, Michigan through the lens of the documentary St. John Street: Story of a Neighborhood. This film celebrates the vibrant history and enduring spirit of the St. John Street neighborhood, a once-thriving Black community in Flint. The documentary highlights the neighborhood's rich cultural heritage and the resilience of its residents in the fac...
Feb 03, 2025•33 min•Season 5Ep. 2
In this episode of Philanthropy Speaks , we're observing the National Day of Racial Healing through a discussion with local racial healing practitioners. Host Sue Peters, Vice President of Community Impact at the Community Foundation of Greater Flint, is joined by Elizabeth Jordan, Patrick McNeal, and Regina Laurie. Tune in to discover how these community members conduct racial healing circles and visioning sessions throughout Flint and Genesee County—and the insights, lessons, and perspectives ...
Jan 21, 2025•35 min•Season 5Ep. 1
In this episode of Philanthropy Speaks , we're highlighting the Sacred Heart Veteran Village—a transitional housing program designed specifically for local veterans. Host Damon Ross, Program Officer at the Community Foundation of Greater Flint, is joined by Katie Baxter and Tom Haeussler from Catholic Charities of Shiawassee & Genesee Counties. Tune in to discover how this innovative project will create a community of 24 to 26 small homes, complemented by a Community Veteran Resource Center ...
Nov 20, 2024•25 min•Season 4Ep. 8
In this special episode of Philanthropy Speaks , we’re highlighting Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month. Host Chakara Wheeler, Program Officer at the Community Foundation of Greater Flint, is joined by Asa Ascencio Zuccaro. Asa is the Executive Director of Latinx Technology & Community Center, a non-profit organization focused on enhancing the dignity and quality of life for the Flint & Genesee County Latinx community and other cultures. Tune in to discover how this community-driven org...
Oct 25, 2024•36 min•Season 4Ep. 7
In this special episode of Philanthropy Speaks , we’re highlighting National Literacy Month with an in-depth conversation on the transformative power of literacy in Flint and Genesee County. Host Sue Peters, Vice President of Community Impact at the Community Foundation of Greater Flint, is joined by Vincent Slocum, Executive Director of the Flint & Genesee Literacy Network. Together, they explore how raising literacy levels strengthens families, drives community development, and fosters las...
Sep 24, 2024•31 min•Season 4Ep. 6
In this episode of Philanthropy Speaks, Lynn Williams, Director of Equity & Community Engagement of the Community Foundation of Greater Flint, sits down with Flint neighborhood advocate Carma Lewis to celebrate Black Philanthropy Month. Carma is a CFGF Board Member, Office Manager for US Representative Dan Kildee, and President of Flint Neighborhoods United. Tune in to discover Lynn and Carma's philanthropic journeys, passion towards Flint and Genesee County, and what inspires them to give b...
Aug 27, 2024•20 min•Season 4Ep. 5
In this episode of Philanthropy Speaks, Lydia Starrs, Senior Program Officer of the Community Foundation of Greater Flint, sits down with Jennifer Silverton and Teresa White, the founders of Xceptional Heroes. These dedicated mothers of young adults with cognitive and intellectual disabilities share their journey of establishing an organization that creates meaningful opportunities throughout Genesee County. Tune in to discover the impactful mission of Xceptional Heroes, the vital resources they...
Jul 26, 2024•34 min•Season 4Ep. 4
In this episode of Philanthropy Speaks—Championing Fatherhood, Host Moses Bingham, Director of Strategic Initiatives of the Community Foundation of Greater Flint, is joined by Shon Hart and Alan Jordan of InvolvedDad. Explore how Shon Hart founded InvolvedDad, an organization that empowers men to be engaged fathers by providing training, coaching, and peer support in a safe environment. Learn more about the Dialogue Initiative from Alan Jordan, teaching youth about healthy dialogues with their p...
Jun 18, 2024•35 min•Season 4Ep. 3
Join us in this episode of Philanthropy Speaks as we dive into entrepreneurship, social enterprise, and the evolving food scene in Flint, Michigan. Host Damon Ross, Program Officer at the Community Foundation of Greater Flint, engages in a captivating dialogue with Tony Vu, the pioneering force behind Flint Social Club. Explore Tony's remarkable journey, from the legacy of his Vietnamese heritage to his pivotal role in nurturing culinary innovation and community empowerment in Flint. Support the...
May 21, 2024•38 min•Season 4Ep. 2
Description: In this episode of Philanthropy Speaks, join us as we delve into the inspiring stories and impactful initiatives of the women from the Flint Area Chapter of The Links, Incorporated. This episode's host Lottie Ferguson, Vice President of Development and Donor Services has a meaningful conversation with her Links sisters Lennetta Coney and Wanda Harden. Discover their motivations, challenges, and successes in giving back to the community through their partnership with the Community Fo...
Apr 04, 2024•27 min•Season 4Ep. 1
As August marks National Breastfeeding Month, we dive into an important topic that is often overlooked but deeply impactful – breastfeeding and its connection to racial and ethnic disparities within Flint and Genesee County. Join Lydia Starrs, Senior Program Officer, and Chakara Wheeler, Program Officer, as they have a conversation with Shonte Terhune Smith, the driving force behind YOLO Breastfeeding, a transformative organization dedicated to empowering birth and breastfeeding families. Find m...
Aug 25, 2023•23 min•Season 3Ep. 4
Empowering Youth: Exploring the Work of Michigan Organization on Adolescent Sexual Health (MOASH) On this episode of Philanthropy Speaks, we have the privilege of shining a spotlight on the Michigan Organization on Adolescent Sexual Health (MOASH). Vice President, Sue Peters has a conversation with Natasha Thomas, Program Coordinator at MOASH about the work of the organization and how they support LGBTQ+ youth. MOASH’s mission is to mobilize youth voices, engage community partners, and inform de...
Jun 27, 2023•18 min•Season 3Ep. 3
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Jan 28, 2022•1 hr 4 min•Season 3Ep. 2
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Nov 01, 2021•44 min•Season 3Ep. 1
We are joined in this episode by Bill Piper and Kathi Horton to discuss the importance of philanthropy to drive change in the community. We also talk about the rewarding feeling of seeing the meaningful change that support nurtures over time. Support the show
May 31, 2021•59 min•Season 2Ep. 6
In this episode Sue Peters sits down with the following guests to discuss the work that's being done in Flint, Genesee County, and the State of Michigan to address equity issues in the LGBTQAI+ community. Dale Weighill , Associate Vice President, Institutional Advancement, Mott Community College and Co-Founder, CFGF Pride Fund Mikaylah Heffernan, Legislative Director, State Rep. John Cherry and executive board member for SALUS CENTER, Lansing’s only LGBTQAI+ community center Samara L. Hough , LM...
May 03, 2021•1 hr•Season 2Ep. 5
In this episode, we discuss 10 months of accomplishments made by the CFGF Racial Inequities Task Force. We are joined by the following members of the task force: City of Flint – Mayor Sheldon Neeley who presents the proclamation for National Day of Racial Healing George Wilkinson and Tim Herman (Business and Banking) Chris Burtley (Philanthropy) Pastor Monica Villareal, Pastor Daniel Moore (Faith) Adrian Walker (Government) Kirk Smith and Clarence Pierce (Health) Support the show...
Feb 08, 2021•1 hr 10 min•Season 2Ep. 4
We are joined by Dr. Mona Hanna-Attisha, founder of the Flint Kids Fund, to celebrate 5 years of helping Flint's youth population. We discuss the great work the Flint Kids Fund has done and continues to do in the Flint community. Visit flintkids.org to make your lasting impact. Support the show
Jan 18, 2021•48 min•Season 2Ep. 3
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Dec 28, 2020•40 min•Season 2Ep. 2
We celebrated Black Philanthropy Month in August with a new episode featuring local philanthropists Wanda Harden, George Wilkinson, Adrian Walker, DeAndra Larkin and Shannon Polk.Tune in and listen to a great conversation with former Isaiah Oliver, President and CEO. Support the show
Sep 15, 2020•1 hr 10 min•Season 2Ep. 1
In this episode, we speak with Dr. Mona Hanna-Attisha on her recent book and programs focused on the children of Flint affected by the Flint Water Crisis. Dr. Hanna-Attisha shares about programs such as the Flint Registry which is in place to identify individuals exposed to the Flint Water Crisis. This program is designed to help keep Flint residents healthy by connecting them to different resources in the community. She also explains the biggest concern she has for Flint kids is the ability to ...
Nov 05, 2019•24 min•Season 1Ep. 3
In this episode, we speak with Brandon Carr of the Baltimore Ravens and Troy Forte, Executive Director of the Carr Cares Foundation. A graduate of Carman-Ainsworth High School and a product of Flint, MI, Brandon Carr always knew he wanted to give back. Together with Troy, they share their passion and commitment for Flint and how they use their platform to support education, entrepreneurship and cancer care. If you want to learn more about the Carr Cares Foundation and support the great work they...
Jun 20, 2019•23 min•Season 1Ep. 2
In this episode, we speak with Dr. Gail Christopher, racial healer, holistic doctor, and architect of the Truth, Racial Healing & Transformation (TRHT) initiative taking place in Flint and 13 other communities across the United States. TRHT is a comprehensive, national and community-based process launched by the W.K. Kellogg Foundation. Dr. Christopher describes “the why” behind TRHT and what communities can do to address the contemporary effects of racism. If you’d like to learn more about ...
Feb 15, 2019•28 min•Season 1Ep. 1
