Untapped Philanthropy

Untapped Philanthropy profiles leaders, public figures, philanthropists and industry experts to explore the fascinating intersection of funding, technology and policy. We're here to analyze the most formative topics and trends that shape the present and future of philanthropy. Each episode features conversations with philanthropic visionaries who work to unpack an industry that is increasingly put under pressure to do more – faster. Expect conversations centered around how philanthropy can unleash the power of the collective in order to drive action and innovation, deepen support, and strengthen relationships with communities, nonprofits, and public institutions. Untapped Philanthropy is produced by Fluxx – the cloud platform that powers giving and impact in philanthropy. Learn more at fluxx.io

Untapped Philanthropy is a business podcast hosted by Fluxx, with 59 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Fluxx hosts Untapped Philanthropy, a business show with 59 episodes published.

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  Episode #5

  A Day Born from Tragedy, Built for Good: 25 Years of 9/11 Day with Jay Winuk

  Sep 16, 202641 minS6

  In a new episode of Untapped Philanthropy , Jay Winuk, co-founder and Executive Vice President of 9/11 Day, joins hosts Kerrin Mitchell and Tim Sarrantonio to explore how a day born from tragedy became one of the nation’s largest days of service. Jay shares how the loss of his brother, Glenn, inspired him and co-founder David Paine to transform the anniversary of September 11 into a day dedicated to remembrance and doing good. The conversation explores how coalition building, national service, and accessible ways to participate have helped 9/11 Day grow over the past 25 years. Listeners will hear how 9/11 Day is engaging generations with no personal memories of the attacks while preserving the meaning behind the observance. Jay also offers a powerful reminder that meaningful movements can begin with a simple idea and that everybody has the opportunity to make a difference. Learn more about Jay Winuk: https://www.911day.org/leaders/jay-winuk/ Learn more about 9/11 Day and how to get involved: https://www.911day.org/ To learn more about Fluxx, visit: https://www.fluxx.io/ _____________________________________________________________________________________________ Tim Sarrantonio has launched The Generosity Spectrum, an educational gaming company focused on helping nonprofit leaders explore generosity, identity, and motivation through hands-on learning. To learn more, subscribe to Tim’s LinkedIn newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/6907361946723889152/ Episodes of Untapped Philanthropy are edited, mixed, and mastered by Rocket Skates Recording: https://rocketskatesrecording.com/

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  Grants Shouldn’t Be a Riddle with Olivia Jones

  Aug 27, 202654 minS6

  In a new episode of Untapped Philanthropy , Olivia Jones, Senior Arts and Culture Funding Manager for the City of San Diego, joins hosts Kerrin Mitchell and Tim Sarrantonio to explore what equitable and accessible grantmaking requires in practice. Drawing on her experience as both a nonprofit leader and public sector grantmaker, Olivia examines how complicated language, rigid spending restrictions, and traditional reporting requirements can create unnecessary barriers for the organizations seeking support. The conversation explores how funders can communicate more clearly, make application materials accessible, offer greater flexibility in how funds are used, and recognize forms of community impact that cannot always be captured through conventional measurements. Listeners will come away with a clearer understanding of why equitable grantmaking requires more than changing terminology or following philanthropic trends. It requires trust, consistency, accessibility, and a willingness to design funding systems around the real needs of communities and the organizations serving them. For more information on Olivia and her work, visit: Linkedin City of San Diego Cultural Affairs Meet the Cultural Affairs Team To learn more about Fluxx, visit: https://www.fluxx.io/ Tim Sarrantonio has launched The Generosity Spectrum, an educational gaming company focused on helping nonprofit leaders explore generosity, identity, and motivation through hands-on learning. The work blends research, play, and systems thinking to create practice spaces where people can learn together in more human ways. To learn more about the thinking behind the company and where it’s headed, listeners can subscribe to Tim’s LinkedIn newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/6907361946723889152/ Episodes of Untapped Philanthropy are edited, mixed, and mastered by Rocket Skates Recording: https://rocketskatesrecording.com/

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  Episode #3

  What Does It Really Mean to Activate Good? Volunteerism, Identity, and Why Everyone Has a Role with Amber Melanie Smith

  May 15, 202625 minS6

  <p>In a new episode of Untapped Philanthropy, Amber Melanie Smith, award-winning nonprofit founder, social entrepreneur, and creator of Activate Good, joins host Tim Sarrantonio to explore what it means to build a life and career around genuine community service.</p><p>Drawing on two decades of mobilizing volunteers and supporting nonprofit leaders, Amber reframes the connection between personal identity and civic action. The conversation examines why so many people want to make a difference but may not know where to start, how social entrepreneurship can become a path to impact, and what philanthropists and funders often miss about the...

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  Why People Give: Identity, Love, and the Psychology of Philanthropy with Jen Shang

  Mar 26, 202634 minS6

  <p>In a new episode of Untapped Philanthropy, philanthropic psychologist <b>Jen Shang</b> joins hosts <b>Kerrin Mitchell</b> and <b>Tim Sarrantonio</b> to explore a fundamental question: what if giving is rooted in identity, rather than financial transaction?</p><p>Drawing on decades of research, Jen introduces <b>philanthropic psychology </b>as the study of how people love, and how that understanding can reshape fundraising, grantmaking, and the broader social sector. The conversation centers on how generosity connects to meaning, relationships, and psychological well-being.</p><p>Together, Kerrin, Tim, and Jen explore how foundations and nonprofits can...

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  Imagining a Future Good: Trends, Action, and Joy with Trista Harris

  Jan 9, 202651 minS6

  <p>In a new episode of Untapped Philanthropy, futurist <b>Trista Harris</b> joins hosts <b>Kerrin Mitchell</b> and <b>Tim Sarrantonio</b> to explore how the social sector can prepare for an increasingly uncertain future. Drawing on her work at <b>Future Good</b>, Trista reframes futurism as a practical discipline rooted in foresight, preparation, and choice. </p><p>The conversation examines how nonprofits and funders can move from reacting to disruption toward shaping long-term impact. From managing volatility and misinformation to engaging thoughtfully with emerging technologies like AI, Trista shares why values, governance, and human-centered leadership are e...

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