Charity Matters

The Charity Matters Podcast shares the stories of innovators, entrepreneurs and inspiring modern-day heroes who set out to solve the problems of humanity with their incredible journeys of service. Join us each week for a front-row seat to the best of humanity.

Charity Matters is a business podcast hosted by Heidi Johnson, with 109 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Heidi Johnson hosts Charity Matters, a business show with 109 episodes published.

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  Episode #109

  Episode 109: Pacer Nation

  Sep 2, 202641 minS10

  Sometimes making a difference begins with something as simple as putting one foot in front of the other. More than three decades ago, chiropractor Steve Smith invited a group of patients to meet him at the Rose Bowl. His goal was simply to help people feel better through movement. However, something unexpected happened along the way. A running program became a community, strangers became friends, and the Pasadena Pacers grew into Pacer Nation. Steve’s story is about connection, kindness, service and the power of showing up for one another. His message is also beautifully simple: You don’t need to know every step before you begin. You simply need to take the first one.

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  Episode #108

  Episode 108: The Acceleration Project

  Aug 18, 202643 minS10

  In this inspiring conversation, Jane Veron shares how a successful corporate career, a decade spent raising her children, and a passion for solving problems led her to build a national movement, The Acceleration Project (TAP) , that has already helped thousands of entrepreneurs thrive. Along the way, she reminds us that we don't have to have all the answers before we begin, that asking for help is a sign of strength, and that our greatest gifts are meant to be shared. Whether you're a nonprofit leader, business owner, volunteer, or simply someone looking for more purpose in your own life, Jane's story is a powerful reminder that when we invest in people, we don't just change one life.....we strengthen entire communities.

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  Episode #107

  Episode 107: Southeast Community Foundation

  Jul 14, 202636 minS10

  In this episode of the Charity Matters Podcast, we sit down with Julie Coyne, Founder of the Southeast Community Foundation , to explore how a childhood battle with polio and the kindness of others shaped her lifelong commitment to serving children. Julie shares why helping students build confidence is just as important as improving reading and math skills, the difference between career success and finding your true passion, and how investing in one child can change the future of an entire community. This inspiring conversation is a reminder that lasting impact begins when we choose to truly see and believe in others.

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  Episode #106

  Episode 106: Bags of Fun

  Jun 23, 202643 minS10

  In this heartfelt episode of the Charity Matters Podcast, we explore the powerful story behind Bags of Fun. .....an organization built on the belief that every child deserves joy, even in the midst of life’s hardest battles. This is a story about showing up, about seeing a need others might overlook, and about choosing to bring light into dark places. What makes this episode so compelling is not just the mission, but the heart behind it. It reminds us that service doesn’t have to be complicated to be life-changing. Sometimes, the greatest impact comes from meeting people exactly where they are with compassion, creativity, and care. This conversation will inspire you to think differently about what it means to make a difference and will leave you asking yourself a simple but powerful question: What can I do, right where I am, to bring joy to someone else?

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  Episode #105

  Episode 105: Ripple Effects Artist

  May 27, 202636 minS10

  What if art wasn’t just something we experienced but something that moved us to act? This week’s Charity Matters episode introduces you to Jessie Fahay, a true “ Ripple Effects Artist ” who is transforming the way we think about theater, storytelling, and service. Jessie doesn’t just create powerful productions ....she creates experiences that spark conversations, challenge perspectives, and connect audiences directly to the people and causes working to change our world. Her work sits at the intersection of art and advocacy, reminding us that when we feel something deeply, we have a responsibility to do something with it. This episode will leave you thinking differently about the power of creativity and your own ability to make a difference.

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