Jackie Jackson

Episode #15: Jackie Jackson

Meet Luanne Offer, President and Cindy Weber, President-Elect of Assistance League of Southeastern Michigan.  Assistance League of Southeastern Michigan, founded in 1993 and serving Wayne, Oakland and Macomb counties, is a nonprofit, 501(c)(3), hands-on, all-volunteer organization.Assistance League volunteers transform the lives of children and adults through community programs.Funding sources supporting our Philanthropic Programs include the all-volunteer staffed Assistance League ReSale Connection shop, fundraisers, grantors and contributors. With no paid staff, funds raised remain in Michigan, helping thousands of people in need year round.Visit: https://www.assistanceleague.org/southeastern-michigan/Hosted by Nicole LewisLearn more about Impact100 Metro Detroit HERE. 

Meet Luanne Offer, President and Cindy Weber, President-Elect of Assistance League of Southeastern Michigan. Assistance League of Southeastern Michigan, founded in 1993 and serving Wayne, Oakland and Macomb counties, is a nonprofit, 501(c)(3), hands-on, all-volunteer organization.Assistance League volunteers transform the lives of children and adults through community programs.Funding sources supporting our Philanthropic Programs include the all-volunteer staffed Assistance League ReSale Connection shop, fundraisers, grantors and contributors. With no paid staff, funds raised remain in Michigan, helping thousands of people in need year round. Visit: <a href="https://www.assistanceleague.org/southeastern-michigan/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.assistanceleague.org/southeastern-michigan/</a> Hosted by Nicole Lewis Learn more about Impact100 Metro Detroit <a href="https://impact100metrodetroit.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a>.

Episode #14: The Assistance League

Meet Kim Howard, Director of Stewardship &amp; Engagement and Adam DesJardins, Resource Services Coordinator from Culture Source.  CultureSource is a member association for non-profit arts and cultural organizations in Southeast Michigan serving Wayne, Oakland, Macomb, Washtenaw, Livingston, Monroe and St. Clair counties. As a regional service organization, they do this work through hosting professional development workshops that grow creative and leadership capacities, presenting programs that provide space for exchanging ideas about arts and culture, and leading initiatives that bring together stakeholders interested in the public accessing creative expression.Visit:CultureSource.org to learn more. Hosted By:  Eileen Vernor

Meet Kim Howard, Director of Stewardship &amp; Engagement and Adam DesJardins, Resource Services Coordinator from Culture Source.  CultureSource is a member association for non-profit arts and cultural organizations in Southeast Michigan serving Wayne, Oakland, Macomb, Washtenaw, Livingston, Monroe and St. Clair counties. As a regional service organization, they do this work through hosting professional development workshops that grow creative and leadership capacities, presenting programs that provide space for exchanging ideas about arts and culture, and leading initiatives that bring together stakeholders interested in the public accessing creative expression. Visit:<a href="https://CultureSource.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CultureSource.org</a> to learn more. Hosted By:  Eileen Vernor

Episode #13: CultureSource

Chris Tull

Entering housing is an important step in the journey out of homelessness, but not enough to solve the problem. Half of those who enter housing return to shelters within the year. Humble Design ends the revolving door of homelessness by creating homes where families can find peace, strength, and hope.  In this episode, meet Chris Tull of Humble Design and learn how he and their designers  on the foundation of dignity, comfort and stability, work with agencies in Metro Detroit to end the cycle of homelessness.Hosted By:  Nicole Lewiswww.humbledesign.orgwww.impact100metrodetroit.org

Entering housing is an important step in the journey out of homelessness, but not enough to solve the problem. Half of those who enter housing return to shelters within the year. Humble Design ends the revolving door of homelessness by creating homes where families can find peace, strength, and hope.  In this episode, meet Chris Tull of Humble Design and learn how he and their designers  on the foundation of dignity, comfort and stability, work with agencies in Metro Detroit to end the cycle of homelessness. Hosted By:  Nicole Lewis <a href="https://www.humbledesign.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.humbledesign.org</a> <a href="https://impact100metrodetroit.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.impact100metrodetroit.org</a>

Episode #12: Chris Tull, Humble Design

This episode is a recording of the Impact100 Metro Detroit Women of Impact Breakfast.  Our theme...Build your wealth and ignite your Philanthropic Power!  When women lean into their philanthropic power, their communities are stronger. Learn how to build your wealth and ignite YOUR philanthropic power at our 3rd Annual WOMEN OF IMPACT Breakfast.Our featured speakers are Lindsey Bell, Chief Investment Strategist at Ally Invest, and Jeannie Sager, Director of the Women’s Philanthropy Institute at the Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy. This virtual event will inspire women to take immediate action in building wealth, while also understanding the motivations of women philanthropists.Impact100 Metro Detroit is a collective giving organization that awards $100,000 high impact grants in the Macomb, Oakland &amp; Wayne County.

This episode is a recording of the Impact100 Metro Detroit Women of Impact Breakfast.  Our theme...Build your wealth and ignite your Philanthropic Power!   When women lean into their philanthropic power, their communities are stronger. Learn how to build your wealth and ignite YOUR philanthropic power at our 3rd Annual WOMEN OF IMPACT Breakfast. Our featured speakers are Lindsey Bell, Chief Investment Strategist at Ally Invest, and Jeannie Sager, Director of the Women’s Philanthropy Institute at the Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy. This virtual event will inspire women to take immediate action in building wealth, while also understanding the motivations of women philanthropists. Impact100 Metro Detroit is a collective giving organization that awards $100,000 high impact grants in the Macomb, Oakland &amp; Wayne County.

Episode #11: Women of Impact Breakfast 2021

In this Episode, Eileen Vernor hosts our September Coffee &amp; Conversation with Najah Bazzy, CEO, Zaman International and Deborah Drennan, CEO, Freedom House Detroit.  This important conversation centers on the hardships faced by international refugees, with a special focus on those who are coming from Afghanistan.  With conflict and natural disasters so prevalent in the world today, these amazing nonprofit heroes will share with us the ways they are making a difference, and how we can help.Host:  Eileen VernorLearn more about Impact100 Metro Detroit at www.impact100metrodetroit.org

In this Episode, Eileen Vernor hosts our September Coffee &amp; Conversation with Najah Bazzy, CEO, Zaman International and Deborah Drennan, CEO, Freedom House Detroit.  This important conversation centers on the hardships faced by international refugees, with a special focus on those who are coming from Afghanistan.  With conflict and natural disasters so prevalent in the world today, these amazing nonprofit heroes will share with us the ways they are making a difference, and how we can help.Host:  Eileen Vernor Learn more about Impact100 Metro Detroit at <a href="https://impact100metrodetroit.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.impact100metrodetroit.org</a>

Episode #10: Coffee & Conversation - Zaman International and Freedom House Detroit

Meet Dave Garcia, Executive Director &amp; Kathleen Redmon, Director of Programs for Affirmations LGTBQ+ Community Center in Ferndale, MI.  The support they provide for the LGBTQ+ Community in Metro Detroit and their collaborations with other organizations across Michigan is remarkable.  We can't help but fall in love with Dave &amp; Kathleen!  Hosted by:  Eileen VernorLearn more at: https://goaffirmations.org/https://impact100metrodetroit.org

Meet Dave Garcia, Executive Director &amp; Kathleen Redmon, Director of Programs for Affirmations LGTBQ+ Community Center in Ferndale, MI.  The support they provide for the LGBTQ+ Community in Metro Detroit and their collaborations with other organizations across Michigan is remarkable.  We can't help but fall in love with Dave &amp; Kathleen!  Hosted by:  Eileen Vernor Learn more at: <a href="https://goaffirmations.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://goaffirmations.org/</a> <a href="https://impact100metrodetroit.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://impact100metrodetroit.org</a>

Episode #9: Affirmations LGBTQ+ Community Center

This special episode features our three 2021 grant finalists, Accent Pontiac, Brilliant Detroit, and LifeBUILDERS, all of whom received our first time finalists awards of $17,000 each to further their work in the community. These nonprofit heroes will discuss the impact these funds will make and their goals for the future.  Listen now to learn more about these amazing nonprofit heroes!Learn more at Impact100MetroDetroit.org

This special episode features our three 2021 grant finalists, Accent Pontiac, Brilliant Detroit, and LifeBUILDERS, all of whom received our first time finalists awards of $17,000 each to further their work in the community. These nonprofit heroes will discuss the impact these funds will make and their goals for the future.  Listen now to learn more about these amazing nonprofit heroes! Learn more at <a href="https://impact100metrodetroit.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Impact100MetroDetroit.org</a>

Episode #8 Coffee & Conversation - 2021 Finalists: Accent Pontiac, Brilliant Detroit, Life Builders

Kelly Walsh

In this episode, Eileen Vernor talks with Impact100 Metro Detroit current President, Kelly Walsh about the I100MD model, why it works and how we plan to reach our goal of 500 members by 2023.  500 members equates to FIVE $100,000 grants.  $100,000 for one nonprofit hero in each of the following focus areas:  Arts &amp; Culture Education Family &amp; Individual Support Health &amp; Wellness Revitalization, Recreation &amp; Environment

In this episode, Eileen Vernor talks with Impact100 Metro Detroit current President, Kelly Walsh about the I100MD model, why it works and how we plan to reach our goal of 500 members by 2023.  500 members equates to FIVE $100,000 grants.  $100,000 for one nonprofit hero in each of the following focus areas: <ul><li> Arts &amp; Culture</li><li> Education</li><li> Family &amp; Individual Support</li><li> Health &amp; Wellness</li><li> Revitalization, Recreation &amp; Environment</li></ul>

Episode #7: Kelly Walsh, President, Impact100 Metro Detroit

Join us for a riveting conversation with Deborah Drennan, CEO of Freedom House Detroit as she paints a picture of what it truly means to be an asylum seeker in America and how Freedom House Detroit provides support through the incredibly arduous process. Hosted by: Kelly Walsh, President, Impact100 Metro Detroit

Join us for a riveting conversation with Deborah Drennan, CEO of Freedom House Detroit as she paints a picture of what it truly means to be an asylum seeker in America and how Freedom House Detroit provides support through the incredibly arduous process.  Hosted by: Kelly Walsh, President, Impact100 Metro Detroit

Episode #6: Coffee & Conversation - 2021 Grant Recipient Freedom House Detroit

Our podcast supports the mission of Impact100 Metro Detroit to fuel transformation in the communities where we work, live &amp; play. This podcast is intended to highlight the work of local nonprofit heroes in Metro Detroit, connect our members and listeners to nonprofits who could use their help, and aid women in becoming philanthropic leaders in their communities.

Impact100 Metro Detroit members and friends had an opportunity to get to know Kim Johnson, Founder &amp; CEO of Developing K.I.D.S. Kim shared her inspirational story of overcoming personal tragedy, and offered insight into how her triumph over heartbreaking loss gave her the determination, resilience, and vision that has shaped Developing K.I.D.S. into the successful organization it has become today.Kim reminds us that determination pays off, as this was her 3rd time applying for the Impact100 MD grant. She also gives us a glimpse into the $100,000 project and why it's so important to her.

Impact100 Metro Detroit members and friends had an opportunity to get to know Kim Johnson, Founder &amp; CEO of Developing K.I.D.S. Kim shared her inspirational story of overcoming personal tragedy, and offered insight into how her triumph over heartbreaking loss gave her the determination, resilience, and vision that has shaped Developing K.I.D.S. into the successful organization it has become today.Kim reminds us that determination pays off, as this was her 3rd time applying for the Impact100 MD grant. She also gives us a glimpse into the $100,000 project and why it's so important to her.

Episode #5: Coffee & Conversation - 2021 Grant Recipient Developing K.I.D.S.

SHARE Detroit believes that doing GOOD and investing in our community should be fun, easy and something everyone should do and anyone can do!In this week's episode, our very own Nicole Lewis interviews Karly Moore, Director of Community Impact for SHARE Detroit to learn how this grassroots nonprofit is connecting local Nonprofi Heroes to Community Members in Metro Detroit looking to volunteer their time and talents. It truly is a match made in heaven!To learn more about Impact100 Metro Detoit, visit www.impact100metrodetroit.org

SHARE Detroit believes that doing GOOD and investing in our community should be fun, easy and something everyone should do and anyone can do!In this week's episode, our very own Nicole Lewis interviews Karly Moore, Director of Community Impact for SHARE Detroit to learn how this grassroots nonprofit is connecting local Nonprofi Heroes to Community Members in Metro Detroit looking to volunteer their time and talents. It truly is a match made in heaven! To learn more about Impact100 Metro Detoit, visit <a href="https://impact100metrodetroit.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.impact100metrodetroit.org</a>

Episode #4: Karly Moore, Share Detroit

Hear our Coffee &amp; Conversation with Eric Miller of the Lawn Academy and Coleman Yoakum of Micah 6 Community and see how they're both doing ONE YEAR LATER after each receiving a $100,000 grant from Impact100 Metro Detroit.Hosted by: Kelly Walsh, President, Impact100 Metro DetroitRecorded: 04/22/2021

Hear our Coffee &amp; Conversation with Eric Miller of the Lawn Academy and Coleman Yoakum of Micah 6 Community and see how they're both doing ONE YEAR LATER after each receiving a $100,000 grant from Impact100 Metro Detroit. Hosted by: Kelly Walsh, President, Impact100 Metro Detroit Recorded: 04/22/2021

Episode #3: Coffee & Conversation - One Year After Winning the Grant

Ann Arbor

Will Jones

In an interview by Eileen Vernor from Impact100 Metro Detroit, take a journey with Will Jones, Relationship Manager for NEW, Nonprofit Enterprise at Work in Ann Arbor, Michigan (new.org) where he connects communities to NEW’s work in supporting mission-driven people and organizations to realize their visions of a just and thriving society.  Through inspiring stories Will describes NEW’s nearly 30-year evolution from its roots servicing the arts community to servicing all nonprofits in the Metro Detroit area through fee-for-service back-office financial and technology support, long-term consulting partnerships, learning communities, and collaborative workspace.  During this spirited dialogue Will describes where many nonprofits are today struggling against systemic racism and paints a vision of how each of us can become philanthropists at the forefront of social change to uplift our communities.

In an interview by Eileen Vernor from Impact100 Metro Detroit, take a journey with Will Jones, Relationship Manager for NEW, Nonprofit Enterprise at Work in Ann Arbor, Michigan (<a href="http://new.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">new.org</a>) where he connects communities to NEW’s work in supporting mission-driven people and organizations to realize their visions of a just and thriving society.  Through inspiring stories Will describes NEW’s nearly 30-year evolution from its roots servicing the arts community to servicing all nonprofits in the Metro Detroit area through fee-for-service back-office financial and technology support, long-term consulting partnerships, learning communities, and collaborative workspace.  During this spirited dialogue Will describes where many nonprofits are today struggling against systemic racism and paints a vision of how each of us can become philanthropists at the forefront of social change to uplift our communities.

Episode #2: Will Jones, Relationship Manager for NEW, Nonprofit Enterprise at Work in Ann Arbor, Michigan

“We Are All Philanthropists” – Amy Bouque, Immediate Past President, Impact100 Metro DetroitHosted By:  Eileen Vernor, Director of Wellbeing &amp; HR Systems at Urban Science; Impact100 Metro Detroit Member Our debut episode features founding member and Immediate Past Impact100 Metro Detroit President, Amy Bouque, who shares the story of the Metro Detroit chapter from a living room conversation with a few friends to the 252 member collective giving organization that it is today.By day, Amy Bouque is the Chief Human Resources Officer at Kelly Services, a workforce solutions company headquartered in Troy, MI. Additionally, Amy is a dedicated community volunteer, wife and mother of two. Her community involvement spans from having served on the board of Cass Community Social Services, being a founding board member of Impact100 Metro Detroit, and coordinating and volunteering for Focus Hope Delivery. Amy has degrees from both Michigan State University and Wayne State University.

“We Are All Philanthropists” – Amy Bouque, Immediate Past President, Impact100 Metro DetroitHosted By:  Eileen Vernor, Director of Wellbeing &amp; HR Systems at Urban Science; Impact100 Metro Detroit Member Our debut episode features founding member and Immediate Past Impact100 Metro Detroit President, Amy Bouque, who shares the story of the Metro Detroit chapter from a living room conversation with a few friends to the 252 member collective giving organization that it is today.By day, Amy Bouque is the Chief Human Resources Officer at Kelly Services, a workforce solutions company headquartered in Troy, MI. Additionally, Amy is a dedicated community volunteer, wife and mother of two. Her community involvement spans from having served on the board of Cass Community Social Services, being a founding board member of Impact100 Metro Detroit, and coordinating and volunteering for Focus Hope Delivery. Amy has degrees from both Michigan State University and Wayne State University.

Episode #1: “We Are All Philanthropists” – Amy Bouque, Immediate Past President, Impact100 Metro Detroit

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