The Art of Volunteering
Connecting volunteers worldwide through conversations with individuals, leaders, and organizations that have volunteering as a core value.
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89 episodes
The State of Volunteering
The world’s most meaningful impact isn’t organized or counted, it’s ordinary people showing up in simple, profound ways. In today's episode Stormy shares how small acts of kindness are the true threads holding our communities together.
Year in Review (2025 - 26)
Thank you for another year of great conversations! We look forward to bringing you more volunteering stories!Links for today's episode:Join the Mailing List: https://www.sto...
Leslie Holt, A Child's Light
Today we are joined by Leslie Holt. Leslie is the Founder & Executive Director of A Child's Light and is a former Victims Advocate and Certified Trauma Specialist. Leslie is the force behind the success of ACL and is responsible for the Car...
Marie Wenzel, MSW, NAMI Delaware
Joining us today is Marie Wenzel, MSW. Marie is the CEO of National Alliance on Mental Illness Delaware, where she leads programs and initiatives supporting individuals and families affected by mental health challenges. With extensive experienc...
Sheila Rossi, Phoenixville Free Clinic
Joining the conversation today is Sheila Rossi, Volunteer Director of Phoenixville Free Clinic. Sheila has been in the healthcare field for over 30 years. Her career began in the Rochester, NY area at a community hospital in the Finger La...
Darya Sabocsik, Ambassador & Board Member
Today's episode, we are joined by Darya Sabocsik! Darya is a Coatesville Youth Initiative Ambassador and sits on the board of the Brandywine Valley Active Aging. We had a great conversation and hope you find value in it as much as we did.
Lynne Cohen & Allison Mafodda, American Red Cross
In conversation today are Lynne Cohen and Allison Mafodda of the American Red Cross. Lynne is the Executive Director for the Delaware Valley Chapter and Allison the is Senior Volunteer Recruitment Specialist. Join us in learning more about thes...
Kathy Gullickson & Sue Donkersgoed, Minnesota Sports and Events
Joining the conversation today are Director of Volunteer Programs Kathy Gullickson and volunteer Sue Donkersgoed of Minnesota Sports and Events! We talk about the World Junior's coming to Minnesota, SafeSport, and more. Links for tod...
2026 New Year's Intentions
Wishing all of our listeners a Happy New Year! With 2026 on the horizon there is no better time to make volunteering a part of your intentions. On this episode, we will be highlighting three organizations from this season to inspire your journe...
Jeff Westover, Santa Update
Joining us this week is Jeff Westover, Santa's Chief Elf Officer at Santa Update. Jeff is a Dad and a Grandpa providing a safe place online for believers in Santa and lovers of Christmas.Links for today's episode:Santa Update...
Sue Carter Kahl, Sue Carter Kahl Consulting
Joining the conversation this week is Sue Carter Kahl. Sue has spent her professional life working and volunteering in the nonprofit and philanthropic sectors. Her work as President of Sue Carter Kahl Consulting is infused with lessons learned ...
Kelsi Waltemire Palmer, Kite & Anchor
This week, we are joined by Kelsi Waltemire Palmer of Kite & Anchor. A self proclaimed "super communicator," Kelsi has held many different roles professionally - working in advertising, marketing, sales & management. After losing ...
Christy Marshall-Silva, Aidan's Heart Foundation
This week we are joined by Christy Marshall-Silva, Founder and Executive Director of Aidan's Heart Foundation. Christy, a PA-certified Reading Specialist and mother of four, founded Aidan's Heart Foundation in 2011, named after her oldest son w...
Travis Merrick, Volunteer
Joining us today is Travis Merrick. In his time volunteering, Travis has dawned the roles of President, Director of Events, Head Coach, Grade 3 Volunteer Coordinator, and more. Travis finds himself drawn to volunteering as his parents both exem...
Laurie Ryan, Exton Region Chamber
Joining us today is Laurie Ryan. Laurie is the President of the Exton Region Chamber of Commerce since January 2016. Her responsibilities include strategic and financial planning, events and programming, and membership growth and retentio...
Viviann Schorle, West Chester University Foundation
Viviann Schorle joins our ongoing conversation today! Viviann is the Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations for the West Chester University Foundation where she look for opportunities for Corporate and Foundation Partners to volunteer w...
Nelly Jiménez-Arévalo, Latino Professional Luncheon
Joining our ongoing conversation today is Nelly Jiménez-Arévalo! Nelly has been a community leader for the Latino community in the Greater Philadelphia area for more than 28 years. She was an appointed member of the Pennsylvania’s Governor’s Ad...
Monique Riotto, American Cancer Society
Joining us this episode is Monique Riotto. Monique is Senior Development Manger on the Greater Philadelphia Community Events Team for the American Cancer Society. She oversees four Relay events in the Greater Philadelphia Region. Relay For Life...
Angela Williamson, Community Relations Specialist
Angela Williamson has 19 years experience as a volunteer engagement leader in a museum and at the Blood Bank of Delmarva. She began volunteering early in life picking up trash at the state fair to earn concert tickets along with many other volu...
Leroy Roberts, Non-Executive Director
Leroy Roberts is a British Army veteran and former Jamaica Constabulary Force officer, with nearly two decades of experience in public service, law enforcement, and military leadership. He now serves as a Board Director at London Mutual Credit ...
Hanna McCarthy, Volunteer Firefighter
This week we are joined by volunteer firefighter Hanna McCarthy. Hanna is also serves as a board member for Maternal and Child Health Consortium. These roles align with her deep commitment to service and dedication to helping others to create a...
Katie Amoro, The Baker Center
Katie Amoro joins our conversation today. She has over 20 years of fundraising experience in the non profit and volunteer management space. Katie is passionate about organizations that help children and families in the community.Links...
Finding Purpose in Volunteering
Searching for purpose? Volunteering may just be the key. Today we'll cover the mental, social, and societal benefit of service and how giving back can help you find meaning in life.Join the FB Community:
Franny & Dennis McKane, Lifelong Volunteers
Lifelong volunteers Franny and Dennis McKane join us today. Franny is a retired occupational therapist and is currently the co-manager Nature Store for Friends of Cape May National Wildlife Refuge. She has been volunteering in numerous ways for...
Sean Halloran, Barnstone Art for Kids
Today we are joined by Sean Halloran, Executive Director of Barnstone Art for Kids. Sean has spent over 20 years in the non-profit, mental health world working with families as a Clinician and Program Administrator/Leader. Bringing his wealth o...