373. Born This Way Foundation: Building a Kinder, Braver World - Alex Aide

Meet Alex. He’s the Director of Programs + Impact at Born this Way Foundation. That’s right - Born This Way Foundation - as in the nonprofit co-founded and led by Lady Gaga and Cynthia Germanotta 🤩 The team at Born This Way have spent the past 🔟 years working with and for young people to build a kinder, braver world - particularly. Alex talks us through their high-impact programming, youth-led conversations and their swoon-worthy mission to make kindness cool. They’re breaking down the stigma around mental health too. Tune in to find out how. 💡LearnThe mission of Born This Way FoundationHow Born This Way Foundation leans into community + collaboration to deepen impactWhat happens when you empower the voice of your communityToday’s GuestAlex Aide, Director of Programs + Impact, Born This Way FoundationEpisode HighlightsAlex’s story and journey to where he is today (4:15)Overview and history of the Born This Way Foundation (11:15)Overview of Born This Way Foundation’s Programs (16:05)Be There Certificate (22:00)2022 Impact Report (30:00)A powerful moment of philanthropy in Alex’s life (39:50)Alex’s One Good Thing: You matter. (45:00)How to connect with Born This Way Foundation (46:25)For more information and episode details visit: weareforgood.com/episode/373.About our Sponsor Neon OneTechnology alone can’t solve the challenges nonprofits face. That’s why Neon One provides software that empowers you to manage constituents all while giving you the resources and support you need to connect to what matters most - your people and their passions. Learn more about how Neon One is helping nonprofits create stronger connections by visiting neonone.com/weareforgood.//Join the We Are For Good Community—completely free.Join fellow changemakers, share takeaways from this working session, and keep collaborating in a space built for connection, inspiration, and real impact: www.weareforgoodcommunity.comSay hi 👋LinkedIn / Instagram / Facebook / YouTube / Twitter