The Giving Glow Up

Xenia Emmanuel and Alexis Marion•www.buzzsprout.com

The Giving Glow Up provides an honest look at philanthropy from the perspectives of two Black and Brown millenials who work in the sector. Traditional philanthropy has yet to save the world, so it's time to go back to the drawing board and give it a makeover. Join us, Xenia Emmanuel and Alexis Marion, as we discuss the fun, the fallacies and the fixes needed to make the field of philanthropy more welcoming for our colleagues and communities.

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Episodes

The One Where They Reflect on 2023

Did you miss us? Our best laid podcast plans were upended, but we have a fun end of the year episode for you. We discuss our 2023 highlights and lowlights, plus, podcast plans for 2024. We'll be back sharing episodes in February and hope you'll join us! What needs a glow up? We all need more peace and more community. Site Visits: La Casa Del Jardin/ The Garden House Website Official Lahaina Strong Linktree Funder Hui Maui Resources Maui Organizer Malama Fund Donate You can't do all the good in t...

Dec 30, 2023•34 min•Season 1Ep. 5

The One With Their Very First Interview ft. Kameron Green

Episode 4: Alexis and Xenia chat with Kameron Green, a veteran in philanthropy who uses her talents to design professional development programming and support nonprofits and funders. Kameron shares the importance of mentorship, using our imagination and prioritizing our mental health. What needs a glow up? Micromanaging, intentional time with colleagues, respecting the relationships you build and LA freeways. Site Visits: Central City Neighborhood Partners https://laccnp.org/ Direct Relief https...

Aug 30, 2023•46 min

The One Where They Win the Lottery

Episode 3: If you won the lottery, how would you create more good in the world? Alexis and Xenia daydream about mutual aid and animal rescue with money they don't have (yet). And, answer some fun work-related would you rather questions. What needs a glow up? Delivery fees and the unending need for more digital storage. Site Visits: Lost Angels Children's Project - https://www.lostangelscp.org/ Little Miss Flint - https://www.maricopeny.com/about Also mentioned: Dolly Parton's Imagination Libary ...

Aug 01, 2023•39 min•Season 1Ep. 3

The One Where The Kids Get Involved

Episode 2: Young people are a powerful force for good in our world and philanthropy is no exception. Xenia and Alexis discuss the unique challenges that arise in intergenerational giving and the solutions needed to bridge the gap between generations. We share our essential tools for supporting board members, non-family staff and youth in the process of building a successful giving program. What needs a glow up? Generational complaining and "founderitis" (founder's syndrome). Nibling= Children of...

Jul 14, 2023•37 min

Minisode 1: Reimagining Power and Practice

Minisode 1 : Join Xenia and Alexis as they talk about their takeaways from SCG's 2023 Family Philanthropy Town Hall — REIMAGINE: Power and Practice. We hope this episode inspired you! How are you reimagining your current practices? Please reach out to us at givingglowup@gmail.com and share your thoughts and experiences. SoCal Grantmakers Self Help Graphics & Art The Heart Dept Nonprofit Finance Fund Project Q Los Angeles Room & Board...

Jun 25, 2023•13 min•Season 1Ep. 2

The One Where They Introduce Themselves

Episode 1 : Get to know Xenia and Alexis as they talk about what needs a glow up this week, their favorite philanthropy moment and go on a site visit. We hope you enjoyed this episode. Please reach out to us at givingglowup@gmail.com if you have any question, comments or would like a transcript of the episode.

May 31, 2023•25 min•Season 1Ep. 1

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