In this Snippet of Good we hear from Carol Herrick, Executive Director for the OKC Dodgers Foundation. She shares how, over the last year, the Dodgers chose to be innovative in their community involvement. Brainstorming new ways to connect, and to give back to their communities. Catch the full episode when it drops on Friday.
Snippet of Good with Ben Knockles of Common Place Books
Please, do yourself a favor, take the 9 minutes and listen to this Snippet of Good with Ben Knockles- Common Place Books. He shares what it looks like for Common Place to give back to their communities. How it’s about caring for people and shepherding moments. How no one leaves empty handed, but that has very little to do with buying books. Enjoy!
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Conversations Around Good - We are for Good -Becky Endicott & Jonathan McCoy
This episode with Becky Enidcott and Jonathan McCoy the geniuses behind We Are For Good , is so full of goodness it is hard to contain. Listen to catch tidbits like: “Staying decent in indecent times.”; “Take the risk your challenge deserves.”; and how to Creating an inclusive table. They are the SMEs on all things non profit, marketing and story telling. Enjoy!
Snippet of Good with We Are for Good
In this Snippet of Good we hear from Becky Enidcott and Jonathan McCoy , the geniuses behind We Are For Good . They have created a place to celebrate the power of philanthropy, and equip this generation of nonprofit leaders and philanthropists with the mindsets, tools and innovative ideas to make a bigger impact than any of us could ever dream to accomplish on our own. They share how corporate giving is changing and recommendations for businesses to connect with their customers and community. Come back Friday to catch their entire Conversations Around Good Episode.
Conversations Around Good - Nicol Ragland - Regenerate Oklahoma
In this episode we talk to Nicol Ragland of Regenerate Oklahoma (imagery craft specialist of 18+ years; environmental scientist; film maker and world traveler). She shares how her interest in "regenerative farming" began, and how it is much more than just organic, it's about actually healing the land. She also talks about how she traveled the world to discover what makes us us. That community isn't based on language or location. It comes down to connection. This episode will inspire you to make changes in your shopping habits, and provides tips on healing soil in your own back yard. Enjoy!
Snippet of Good Nicol Ragland - Regenerate Oklahoma
We are honored to have Nicol Ragland of Regenerate Oklahoma (imagery craft specialist of 18+ years; environmental scientist; film maker and world traveler) as a guest. In this Snippet of Good we hear how Nicol's interest in "regenerative farming" began, and how it is much more than just organic. It's about actually healing the land. Come back Friday to catch her entire episode to hear about her travels, ideas on community and tips on soil healing.
Conversations Around Good - Dr. Nathan Proud - Proud Dental
In this episode we hear from Canadian born Dr. Proud of Proud Dental. He is an entrepreneur who cares deeply about his community. He invests in his town in many ways including local events, free clinics, sports teams and more. His university, Loma Linda,'s motto is "Service is our calling". He puts it into action daily. Community to him means to be a part of something bigger than self. Enjoy!
Snippet of Good with Dr. Nathan Proud
Dr. Proud (husband; dad; tri-athlete; dentist) of Proud Dental shares what community means to him. Come back Friday to catch his entire Conversation Around Good podcast.
Conversations Around Good - Madeline LeBlanc - On Board
This episode highlights Canadian Female Elite Paddle Boarding Champion Madeline LeBlanc. She shares how she fell in love with the sport while on vacation with her family and how that moment grew into a career in the SUP industry. In 2017 she claimed the Ontario SUP Series overall Open Female Category winner, as well as the ‘MVP’ (most valued paddler) award for her On Board efforts. At the end of the season she signed on as a team rider with ‘Starboard’ one of the worlds leading SUP companies. In 2018 she made an even bigger statement winning the overall Elite Female Category with the Ontario SUP Series, as well as taking the overall win and the yellow jersey at the 2018 and 2019 Mammoth Race in Toronto. She is also university student currently working on her master degree while congruently training the the world champion event. Hear how tragically losing two friends to cancer inspired her to create On Board, cancer research fundraiser which is now in its 7th year.
Snippet of Good with Madeline LeBlanc Professional SUP (Stand Up Paddle Boarder)
In this Snippet of Good we hear from Canadian Female Elite Paddle Boarding Champion Madeline LeBlanc. She shares how she fell in love with the sport while on vacation with her family. Stay tuned for her entire Conversation Around Good podcast that drops on Friday to hear how she took her love for Stand Up Paddle Boarding and raised thousands for cancer research.
Conversations Around Good - Terrance Craft of Young Professionals OKC
In this episode Terrance Craft, Executive Director of OKC Young Professionals, will make you feel so good about you. He shares how celebrating the little things in life helps him succeed and can help you as well. He is a small business owner, horror movie addict, and huge supporter of young professionals. He also shares how OKCYP has meant everything to him and how they choose to invest in its communities through volunteering with organizations like Food Bank, OK Children Rehab, OU Children Hospital, Big Brothers Big Sisters and the Great OKC Bake Off.
Snippet of Good Terrance Craft of OKC Young Professionals
In this Snippet of Good we hear from Terrance Craft, Executive Director of OKC Young Professionals. He shares how OKCYP invests in its communities through volunteering with organizations such as the OKC Food Bank; OK Children Rehab; OU Children Hospital; Big Brothers Big Sisters and the Great OKC Bake Off. Don’t miss his full episode that drops on Friday.
Conversations Around Good - Dr. Deb Shropshire of OK Child Welfare
May is National Foster Care Month, which is a time to acknowledge families and professionals who help children and youth in foster care find permanent homes and connections. Dr. Deb Shropshire, the director of Child Welfare for OK Department of Child Services, shares about the incredible support Oklahoman foster families have not just from DHS but from a plethora of community organizations. She also shares how more homes are needed. This is an inspiring conversation and quite possibly the sign you have been looking for to take the next step.
Snippet of Good with Dr. Deb Shropshire of DHS
May is National Foster Care Month which makes it the perfect time to hear from Dr. Deb Shropshire. She is the director of Child Welfare for OK Department of Child Services. In this Snippet of Good Dr. Deb talks about the desperate need for more therapeutic foster homes. Stay tuned to catch her entire Conversations Around Good podcast that drops on Friday.
Conversations Around Good - Abigail Cabello of Focus Federal Credit Union
Part of our vision at Made Possible By is to equip, align and inspire companies, causes and people to do make a bigger difference together. Focus Federal Credit Union fits right in. Their heart to help their community succeed financially is inspiring. Their programs, their mission, their community involvement are all centered around serving their community. As Abigail Cabello, their Community Development Officer, shares “Can’t isn’t a word.”. If you are in need of a second chance bank account or simply want to work with an organization that cares about others, Focus is at the top of the list. Thank you to Focus for supporting the YMCA, YWCA, Litter Blitz, Feed the Children and more. We see you working!
Snippet of Good with Abigail Cabello of Federal Focus Credit Union
In this Snippet of Good we hear from Abigail Cabello, Community Development Officer of Focus Federal Credit Union. She shares what community means to Focus and about their CDFI accommodation programs including: Fresh Start Program; second chance checking accounts; financial literacy classes and more. Stay tuned to catch the entire Conversations Around Good episode that drops on Friday.
Conversations Around Good - Eve Staszczyszyn & Livia Han of Wellness World Canada
Meet the two, female founders of Wellness World Canada. Eve Straszczyszyn and Livia Han . They share how having 5 suicides their senior year in college drove them to create the platform. Learn how Wellness World, designed by students for students, makes it easy for students to navigate the saturated wellness system with a recommendations tool that directs them to existing resources on campus, off campus, or online.
Snippet of Good with Eve Staszczyszyn & Livia Han of Wellness World Canada
In this Snippet of Good we hear from the two, female founders of Wellness World Canada. Eve Straszczyszyn and Livia Han share how it can be difficult setting a hard stop on working hours. Learn how Wellness World, designed by students for students, makes it easy for students to navigate the saturated wellness system with a recommendations tool that directs them to existing resources on campus, off campus, or online. Their entire episode of Conversations Around Good will drop on Friday.
Conversations Around Good - Rachel Mathew of Polston Tax
In this episode we hear from attorney; accountant; public speaker; author and more, Shiny Rachel Mathew of Polston Tax. She shares how Polston fervently fights for the “little guy”, and how giving is part of the Polston culture. All employees receive a quarterly paid day off to volunteer with an organization of their choice. They have also volunteered together with the Regional Food Bank, painting an elementary school, to helping a cancer patients family move. So much goodness here. Enjoy!
Snippet of Good #2 with Rachel Mathew of Polston Tax
In this Snippet of Good Rachel Mathew of Polston Tax shares a few tax tips for businesses. She didn’t become a nun, as she planned as a teen, but that hasn’t stopped her from living her life for others. Catch her full episode of Conversations Around Good on Friday.