Explore every episode of the podcast Untapped Philanthropy
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| A Day Born from Tragedy, Built for Good: 25 Years of 9/11 Day with Jay Winuk | 17 Sep 2026 | 00:40:37 | |
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: Learn more about 9/11 Day and how to get involved: To learn more about Fluxx, visit: _____________________________________________________________________________________________ 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: Episodes of Untapped Philanthropy are edited, mixed, and mastered by Rocket Skates Recording: | |||
| Grants Shouldn’t Be a Riddle with Olivia Jones | 28 Aug 2026 | 00:53:58 | |
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: City of San Diego Cultural Affairs Meet the Cultural Affairs Team To learn more about Fluxx, visit: 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: Episodes of Untapped Philanthropy are edited, mixed, and mastered by Rocket Skates Recording: | |||
| What Does It Really Mean to Activate Good? Volunteerism, Identity, and Why Everyone Has a Role with Amber Melanie Smith | 15 May 2026 | 00:25:27 | |
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. 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 people already doing the work at the grassroots level. Listeners will come away with a clearer sense of how to align their skills, values, and lived experience with the change they want to help create, and why that alignment is essential to sustainable, meaningful giving. For more info on Amber, visit: Website: https://ambermelaniesmith.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ambermsmith/ To learn more about Fluxx, visit: 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. Episodes of Untapped Philanthropy are edited, mixed, and mastered by Rocket Skates Recording. | |||
| Why People Give: Identity, Love, and the Psychology of Philanthropy with Jen Shang | 26 Mar 2026 | 00:34:10 | |
In a new episode of Untapped Philanthropy, philanthropic psychologist Jen Shang joins hosts Kerrin Mitchell and Tim Sarrantonio to explore a fundamental question: what if giving is rooted in identity, rather than financial transaction? Drawing on decades of research, Jen introduces philanthropic psychology 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. Together, Kerrin, Tim, and Jen explore how foundations and nonprofits can move beyond strategy to better understand the individuals behind decisions. From authenticity in leadership to the role of identity in shaping philanthropic environments, they discuss why creating space for reflection, listening, and human connection can lead to more impactful and sustainable outcomes. They also unpack the tension between love and power in philanthropy, and what it looks like to center dignity, trust, and genuine care in the process. For more info on Jen, visit: Website: https://www.philanthropy-institute.org.uk/vision Linked In: www.linkedin.com/in/jen-shang-92320967 To learn more about Fluxx, visit: 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. Episodes of Untapped Philanthropy are edited, mixed, and mastered by Rocket Skates Recording. | |||
| Imagining a Future Good: Trends, Action, and Joy with Trista Harris | 09 Jan 2026 | 00:50:43 | |
In a new episode of Untapped Philanthropy, futurist Trista Harris joins hosts Kerrin Mitchell and Tim Sarrantonio to explore how the social sector can prepare for an increasingly uncertain future. Drawing on her work at Future Good, Trista reframes futurism as a practical discipline rooted in foresight, preparation, and choice. 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 essential in moments of rapid change. Together, Kerrin, Tim, and Trista discuss the importance of scenario planning, long-term vision, and collective sensemaking, along with why hope and imagination remain strategic assets for the sector. For more from Trista Harris, visit: wearefuturegood.com Continue the conversation: Trista Harris will also be joining Fluxx for an upcoming Pulse webinar, where she’ll go deeper into how futurism, foresight, and long-term thinking can help leaders navigate uncertainty in real time. Learn more and register here: https://www.fluxx.io/pulse-webinar-jan-2026 To learn more about Fluxx, visit: 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. Episodes of Untapped Philanthropy are edited, mixed, and mastered by Rocket Skates Recording. | |||
| 2025 Wrap Up | 19 Dec 2025 | 00:29:54 | |
In this season finale of Untapped Philanthropy, hosts Kerrin Mitchell and Tim Sarrantonio reflect on the moments, shifts, and conversations that defined 2025 for the social sector. From the evolving role of AI to growing expectations around accountability, value, and agency, they explore what surprised them most and what lessons are shaping the year ahead. This candid conversation looks beyond headlines to focus on how nonprofits, funders, and communities are navigating change in practice. Together, Kerrin and Tim share where they see momentum building, why clarity matters more than ever, and what gives them hope as the sector heads into 2026. To learn more about Fluxx, visit: 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.Episodes of Untapped Philanthropy are edited, mixed, and mastered by Rocket Skates Recording. | |||
| Trust, Tech, and Threats: Building Cyber Resilience in Philanthropy with Chris Aurelio | 20 Nov 2025 | 00:30:21 | |
In this episode of Untapped Philanthropy, we sit down with Chris Aurelio, Director of Security and Compliance at Fluxx, to explore how cybersecurity has become a cornerstone of trust in the philanthropic sector. Together, we unpack the latest threat trends, the role of AI in both risk and defense, and how mission-driven organizations can protect their data—and their impact—in an increasingly digital world. This conversation reframes cybersecurity not as a technical burden, but as a fundamental act of stewardship and resilience. To learn more about Fluxx, visit: fluxx.io Episodes of Untapped Philanthropy are edited, mixed, and mastered by Rocket Skates Recording. | |||
| Power, Purpose, and Parity: A Conversation on Women’s Leadership with Gloria Feldt | 02 Sep 2025 | 00:50:19 | |
This week on Untapped Philanthropy, Gloria Feldt, a nationally recognized expert on leadership, power, and movement building, joins us as our guest. As the co-founder and president of Take The Lead, she is championing a bold vision to achieve gender parity in leadership across all sectors. In this episode, Gloria explores what it means to lead with intention, courage, and strategy, drawing from her experiences in activism, philanthropy, and public leadership to offer insight into what’s next. To learn more about Gloria and her work, visit her official site: gloriafeldt.com Episodes of Untapped Philanthropy are edited, mixed, and mastered by Rocket Skates Recording. | |||
| Why the Next Big Thing in Philanthropy Is Small Groups with Emily Rasmussen | 26 Jun 2025 | 00:36:59 | |
Guest: Emily Rasmussen This week on Untapped Philanthropy, Emily Rasmussen, Founder & CEO of Grapevine, explores how giving circles are reimagining community-driven philanthropy. She discusses the emotional and practical value of collaborative giving, why connection matters more than ever, and how platforms like Grapevine are making generosity more accessible, inclusive, and impactful. To learn more about Grapevine, visit: www.grapevine.org Episodes of Untapped Philanthropy are edited, mixed, and mastered by Rocket Skates Recording. | |||
| A Better Way To Fund The Environmental Movement | 12 Jun 2025 | 00:44:38 | |
Guest: David Beckman This week on Untapped Philanthropy, David Beckman, President of the Pisces Foundation, challenges conventional thinking in environmental philanthropy. From his early legal advocacy to leading a foundation, Beckman shares how narrative, influence, and funding structures—not policy alone—shape the path to real change. He discusses the importance of local engagement, participatory grantmaking, and expanding support for frontline BIPOC-led organizations. To learn more about the Pisces Foundation, visit: www.piscesfoundation.org To learn more about Fluxx, visit: www.fluxx.io | |||
| Is the Social Sector Stuck in a Cycle of Inefficiency? | 31 Mar 2025 | 00:52:47 | |
Guest: Ori Carmel In this milestone 50th episode of Untapped Philanthropy, we welcome Ori Carmel, co-founder of Sowen, to explore the challenges and opportunities in how the social sector measures impact. Ori discusses his latest research on data-driven decision-making, the inefficiencies plaguing philanthropy, and the role of systems thinking in creating sustainable change. To learn more about Sowen, visit: www.sowen.co To review The State of Social Impact 2025 report by Sowen, click here. To learn more about Fluxx, visit: www.fluxx.io | |||
| Balancing our Sector: The Third Leg of the Stool: Corporate Philanthropy’s Role in Stability and Innovation with Graham Macmillan | 06 Mar 2025 | 00:43:16 | |
Guest: Graham Macmillan What role does corporate philanthropy play in balancing the social sector? In this episode of Untapped Philanthropy, Graham Macmillan, President of Visa Foundation, explains why corporate giving is the “third leg of the stool” that provides stability and drives innovation. Graham shares insights into how the Visa Foundation blends financial resources, employee expertise, and technology to create systemic impact. Tune in to learn how businesses can move beyond charity to become true agents of social change, bridging gaps across sectors and building trust in transformative ways. To learn more about Visa Foundation, visit: www.visa.com/foundation To learn more about Fluxx, visit: www.fluxx.io | |||
| How Can Philanthropy Embrace the Future? | 06 Feb 2025 | 00:46:05 | |
Guest: Trista Harris To learn more about FutureGood, visit: https://wearefuturegood.com/ To learn more about Fluxx, visit: www.fluxx.io | |||
| What Trends in Philanthropy Will Define 2025 and Beyond? | 30 Dec 2024 | 00:46:47 | |
As 2024 comes to a close, Untapped Philanthropy hosts Kerrin Mitchell and Tim Sarrantonio reflect on a transformative year and explore what’s next for the social sector. From AI’s growing influence to shifts in donor engagement and advocacy, this episode provides a thought-provoking recap of the year’s biggest trends. | |||
| Alex Amouyel on How Newman's Own Foundation Empowers Change for Kids | 05 Dec 2024 | 00:33:24 | |
Guest: Alex Amouyel | |||
| Breaking Barriers: Roland Kennedy Jr. Talks Moving Philanthropy Toward Equity | 21 Nov 2024 | 00:44:19 | |
Guest: Roland Kennedy Jr. | |||
| Introducing Coffee, Tea, & Philanthropy: Inspiring Conversations on Impact | 29 Oct 2024 | 00:01:48 | |
In this special episode, Untapped Philanthropy host Kerrin Mitchell introduces the newest addition to our podcast family, Coffee, Tea, & Philanthropy. While Kerrin and Tim were busy attending various industry events, we took the opportunity to spotlight this exciting new series, hosted by Bill Campbell. Coffee, Tea, & Philanthropy explores the transformative power of philanthropy through inspiring stories and meaningful conversations. | |||
| Harnessing Technology for Global Impact: Inside GlobalGiving's Atlas Project | 12 Sep 2024 | 00:39:57 | |
Guest: Victoria Vrana | |||
| How Can Funders Effectively Support Advocacy Efforts? | 08 Aug 2024 | 00:32:05 | |
Guests: Debby Bielak and Liz Jain
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| What Does It Mean to Align Data with Community Values? | 11 Jul 2024 | 00:40:01 | |
Guest: Genevieve Smith | |||
| Breaking Down Data Barriers: Jesse Bourns on the Power of Collaborative Data Sharing | 05 Jul 2024 | 00:42:44 | |
Guest: Jesse Bourns | |||
| Is There a Responsible Way to Implement AI in Philanthropy? | 02 May 2024 | 00:39:27 | |
Guest: Nathan Chappell | |||
| Redefining Impact: A New Playbook for Social Change with Eric Ressler | 04 Apr 2024 | 00:33:28 | |
Guest: Eric Ressler | |||
| Empowering Communities: The Transformative Power of Relationships | 22 Feb 2024 | 00:32:45 | |
Guest: Dr. Froswa' Booker-Drew | |||
| Beyond the Magic Eight Ball - Trista Harris and the Real Future of Philanthropy in 2024 | 25 Jan 2024 | 00:49:35 | |
Guest: Trista Harris | |||
| Philip Deng on Responsible AI and the Impact of “Sectorism” | 04 Jan 2024 | 00:48:28 | |
Guest: Philip Deng | |||
| Live From The Clinton Global Initiative: How 6 Changemakers are Making an Impact | 22 Nov 2023 | 01:18:19 | |
Guests: Natalie Byrne, Kyran O’Mahoney and Chris White, Ellie Bertani, Kathryne Cooper and Maya Hardigan To learn more about Fluxx, visit fluxx.io | |||
| Impact Insights: Simplifying Philanthropic Measurement | 26 Oct 2023 | 00:39:52 | |
Guest: Drew Payne, CEO of UpMetrics | |||
| Healing, Reconciliation, and Action: Lessons from Mide Akerewusi's Journey | 28 Sep 2023 | 00:49:06 | |
Guest: Olumide (Mide) Akerewusi Additional resources: To learn more about Fluxx, visit fluxx.io | |||
| The Generosity Spectrum: Shaping Future Trends in Giving | 24 Aug 2023 | 00:40:39 | |
Guest: Woodrow Rosenbaum | |||
| From Star Trek to AI: Exploring Inclusivity and Innovation in the Social Sector | 18 Jul 2023 | 00:46:44 | |
Guest: Brandolon Barnett | |||
| Giving is Declining. What can we do about it? | 15 Jun 2023 | 00:26:26 | |
Guest: Soraya Alexander To learn more about Fluxx, visit fluxx.io | |||
| The Nonprofit Email Report: Data-Backed Insights for Better Engagement | 16 May 2023 | 00:43:58 | |
Guest: Abby Jarvis, Senior Content Manager, Neon One Abby Jarvis from Neon One talks about a recent report that looks at benchmarks and trends for nonprofit email campaign engagement, along with some best practices for small and large nonprofits. | |||
| Strengthening the Connection between Fundraiser and Funder | 03 Apr 2023 | 00:43:50 | |
Guest: Mallory Erickson Mallory Erickson joins Tim and Kerrin to talk about the dynamic of fundraiser and funder and how building meaningful relationships can create a more transformational connection for both parties to succeed. To learn more about Fluxx, visit fluxx.io | |||
| What are the Six Philanthropy Tech Trends to Watch in 2023? | 23 Feb 2023 | 00:51:24 | |
Guest: Chantal Forster, Executive Director, TAG. Tune in to learn as Chantal, Tim, and Kerrin delve into 2023 Philanthropy Tech Guide, To learn more about Fluxx, visit fluxx.io | |||
| How can nonprofits use data to increase trust? | 02 Feb 2023 | 00:29:23 | |
Guest: Michael Thatcher, President and CEO of Charity Navigator. Tune in to learn as Michael, Tim, and Kerrin delve into The Common Data Model, how nonprofits can leverage their Charity Navigator rating to be more discoverable for donors, and more. To learn more about Fluxx, visit fluxx.io | |||
| A new host + fresh topics: what's next for season 3 of Untapped Philanthropy | 22 Dec 2022 | 00:53:10 | |
Guest: Tim Sarrantonio, Director of Corporate Brand for Neon One. | |||
| How are intermediaries shaping India’s giving landscape? | 17 Nov 2022 | 00:29:35 | |
Guest: Deval Sanghavi, Partner and Co-Founder of Darsa. To learn more about Fluxx, visit fluxx.io | |||
| Does the fear of failure keep us from learning? | 20 Oct 2022 | 00:40:49 | |
Guest: Ewan Kirk, Founder and Director of Turner Kirk Trust. This week’s Untapped Philanthropy episode features Founder and Director of the Turner Kirk Trust, Ewan Kirk, who hopes to champion failure and progress within philanthropy. | |||
| How can we implement trust-based philanthropy? | 22 Sep 2022 | 00:34:49 | |
Guest: Geneva Pritchard, Executive Director of Move 92.
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| Feminist movements are under attack. How can we help? | 25 Aug 2022 | 00:29:35 | |
Guest: Debby Bielak, Bridgespan Group partner and social activist. | |||
| What can we do to Fix the Form? | 29 Jul 2022 | 00:25:50 | |
Guest: Kari Aanestad, Co-Director of Grantadvisor.org. To learn more about Fluxx visit fluxx.io. To learn more about Fix the Form, visit grantadvisor.org, #fixtheform. Episodes of Untapped Philanthropy are edited, mixed, and mastered by Rocket Skates Recording. | |||
| What’s next for the Impact Genome Project? | 26 May 2022 | 00:32:21 | |
Guest: Jason Saul, Executive Director of the Center of Impact Sciences at the University of Chicago and the co-founder of the Impact Genome Project. Tune in to this week’s episode to hear from the Executive Director of the Center of Impact Sciences at the University of Chicago and the co-founder of the Impact Genome Project, Jason Saul, and learn about the new integration his team is deploying with Fluxx! To learn about Fluxx visit fluxx.io To learn about the Impact Genome Project visit impactgenome.org | |||
| Will trust-based philanthropy solve the funder to nonprofit power imbalance? | 05 May 2022 | 00:37:42 | |
Guest: Shaady Salehi, Executive Director, Trust-Based Philanthropy Project. That’s why we are especially thrilled to welcome Executive Director, Trust-Based Philanthropy Project, Shaady Salehi to this week’s Untapped Philanthropy podcast! | |||
| Which nonprofits would benefit from endowments? | 23 Mar 2022 | 00:28:44 | |
Guest: William Foster, Bridgespan Groups Managing Partner. | |||
| Is philanthropy ready for crypto? | 02 Mar 2022 | 00:48:45 | |
Guest: Robbie Heeger, CEO of Endaoment. Robbie Heeger is the president and CEO of Endaoment, a tax-exempt community foundation built for the crypto industry and focused on social impact. This week he sits down with Untapped Philanthropy host and Fluxx co-founder, Kerrin Mitchell, to explore crypto giving, and just how easy it can be. To learn about Endaoment visit https://endaoment.org/ To learn more about Fluxx visit fluxx.io Episodes of Untapped Philanthropy are edited, mixed, and mastered by Rocket Skates Recording. | |||
| How is philanthropy shaped by DEI and technology? | 27 Jan 2022 | 00:49:10 | |
Guest: Satonya Fair is a philanthropy visionary and industry strategist who currently serves as the President and CEO of PEAK Grantmaking — a thriving organization of 6000 grants professionals working together towards equitable, effective grantmaking practices. This week she and Untapped Philanthropy’s host and Fluxx co-founder Kerrin Mitchell kick off season two of the podcast. Satonya reflects on her storied career in foundations and nonprofits, shares her thoughts on leadership and DEI, and the implications technology has on the work of thousands of grantmakers. Learn more about PEAK Grantmaking at https://www.peakgrantmaking.org/ Learn more about Fluxx at https://www.fluxx.io/ | |||
| Untapped Season Finale: Special Guest Host and a Big Announcement! | 15 Dec 2021 | 00:17:41 | |
Guest: Kristy Gannon And as a bonus, we have a special announcement to share with you at the end of the episode. To learn more about Fluxx, visit fluxx.io. Episodes of Untapped Philanthropy are edited, mixed, and mastered by Rocket Skates Recording. | |||
| Do corporate givers hold the secret to funder agility? | 18 Nov 2021 | 00:26:06 | |
Guest: Lynette Bell | |||
| Is journalism changing thanks to new billionaires and mega-donations? | 21 Oct 2021 | 00:31:18 | |
Guest: Teddy Schleifer | |||