MPC: Milwaukee's Philanthropic Community

In Racine, one free after-school program is helping students catch up and believe in themselves again. On this episode of #MPC, we’re joined by Darci Green, Executive Director, and Julie Kamphaus, Program Director of the John 23 Education Center in Racine. They share how their free after-school program is helping students build confidence, strengthen academic skills, and develop the resilience needed to navigate life’s challenges. From individualized learning plans and literacy support to STEM activities and social-emotional development, John 23 goes beyond tutoring by meeting students where they are and walking alongside them every step of the way. Darci and Julie also highlight the real challenges families face, why community support matters more than ever, and how volunteers and donors can play a meaningful role in shaping the next generation. JOHN 23 EDUCATIONAL CENTER The John 23 Education Center serves students in Racine from 4th through 12th grade, providing free after-school academic support and enrichment programming. Focused on building both competence and confidence, the organization empowers students to succeed in school and in life through individualized learning, mentorship, and strong community relationships. Website: john23educenter.org ELLENBECKER INVESTMENT GROUP Presenter of the MPC Podcast. Ellenbecker Investment Group (EIG), a registered investment advisor, provides comprehensive financial planning and fiduciary wealth management for individuals, families, businesses, and charitable foundations. Website: ellenbecker.com This podcast is for educational purposes only and should not be considered legal, tax, or financial advice. Guest opinions represent the views of the individuals speaking, and references to companies or organizations do not imply endorsement by Ellenbecker Investment Group.

Waukesha County Technical College (WCTC), home to nearly 18,000 students, is investing in the future workforce of Waukesha County and beyond. On this episode of #MPC, we’re joined by Robyn Ludtke, the newly appointed Executive Director of the WCTC Foundation. Robyn shares how the Foundation supports students far beyond scholarships through emergency grants, campus food pantries, career closets, and hands-on program investments that help remove barriers and create real pathways to employment. Robyn also highlights the Foundation’s Forward Dinner, a signature event that brings donors and students together through live demonstrations and personal stories, including Robyn’s own experience as a WCTC student who received critical support during a life-changing moment. Looking ahead, Robyn discusses WCTC’s expanded focus on artificial intelligence (AI). Their newest facility is an Applied AI Lab, teaching students how to infuse AI across manufacturing, construction, health care, and business operations. WCTC FOUNDATION Established in 1977, the WCTC Foundation is dedicated to securing and managing charitable resources to support WCTC's mission of educational excellence and workforce development. Their work aims to enrich the quality of a WCTC education by promoting innovation, enthusiasm and collaboration. Website: wctc.edu/WCTC/About-WCTC/WCTC-Foundation ELLENBECKER INVESTMENT GROUP Presenter of the MPC Podcast. Ellenbecker Investment Group (EIG), a registered investment advisor, provides comprehensive financial planning and fiduciary wealth management for individuals, families, businesses, and charitable foundations. Website: ellenbecker.com This podcast is for educational purposes only and should not be considered legal, tax, or financial advice. Guest opinions represent the views of the individuals speaking, and references to companies or organizations do not imply endorsement by Ellenbecker Investment Group.

What started as a farm field has become a place of belonging for families of children with special needs across southeastern Wisconsin. In this episode of MPC, Zachariah’s Acres is introduced as an Oconomowoc‑based nonprofit whose mission is to connect children with special needs and their families to the miracles of nature so they may know their Creator. Director of Community Impact Emily Enockson shares how the organization began with family events under banquet tents and has grown into a fully accessible campus serving thousands of individuals each year. Emily explains how inclusive, outdoor experiences foster confidence, emotional regulation, and social connection. She shares how Zachariah’s Acres programs, including school partnerships, hands‑on gardening, and vocational learning, support families of children with special needs throughout the community. The conversation also explores the role of volunteers, faith, and community support in sustaining the mission, along with what lies ahead as Zachariah’s Acres celebrates 15 years of impact and looks to expand year‑round programming for families seeking connection, respite, and belonging. ZACHARIAH’S ACRES Zachariah’s Acres is a nonprofit organization based in Oconomowoc, WI. Its mission is to connect children with special needs, and their families, to the miracles of nature so they may know their Creator. The organization provides inclusive, nature‑based programs, family events, school partnerships, and vocational opportunities designed to create a place of belonging, dignity, and purpose. Website: zachariahsacres.org ELLENBECKER INVESTMENT GROUP Presenter of the MPC Podcast. Ellenbecker Investment Group (EIG), a registered investment advisor, provides comprehensive financial planning and fiduciary wealth management for individuals, families, businesses, and charitable foundations. Website: ellenbecker.com This podcast is for educational purposes only and should not be considered legal, tax, or financial advice. Guest opinions represent the views of the individuals speaking, and references to companies or organizations do not imply endorsement by Ellenbecker Investment Group.

For more than four decades, Zamora Group International has helped develop stronger leaders by focusing on character, communication, and purpose. In this episode of MPC, we interview Chuck Zamora, founder of Zamora Group International, about leadership, wisdom, and the importance of using your time well. Chuck shares how his journey from teaching to corporate leadership training led him to create Tools of Life & Leadership, a program that brings proven leadership principles to high school students early in life. The conversation also explores Christian Leadership and Success Strategies (CLASS) and the lasting impact of Chuck’s son, Cory, whose life continues to shape Chuck’s message. His story is a powerful reminder that leadership is rooted in integrity and that everyday matters. ZAMORA INTERNATIONAL GROUPThe Learning Company was established in 1984 with only one purpose, to simply: “build better people to build better companies.” In 2017 that is still the basis that drives the business with only one minor change and that is, we see ourselves as an organization that “builds better people to build a better world.”Website: chuckzamora.com ELLENBECKER INVESTMENT GROUP Presenter of the MPC Podcast. Ellenbecker Investment Group (EIG), a registered investment advisor, provides comprehensive financial planning and fiduciary wealth management for individuals, families, businesses, and charitable foundations. Website: ellenbecker.com This podcast is for educational purposes only and should not be considered legal, tax, or financial advice. Guest opinions represent the views of the individuals speaking, and references to companies or organizations do not imply endorsement by Ellenbecker Investment Group.

For more than 110 years, Wisconsin Community Services (WCS) has quietly supported individuals facing complex mental health and justice‑related challenges.  In this episode, WCS President & CEO Clarence Johnson shares how community‑based mental health services, justice‑involved reentry support, housing programs, and even driver’s license recovery work together to help people live independently and with dignity.  Clarence also discusses why WCS’s trauma‑informed approach matters, what staff are seeing on the ground in Milwaukee’s mental health crisis, and how WCS’s first‑ever capital campaign aims to transform its Wisconsin Avenue Community‑Based Mental Health site into a more welcoming, healing space for clients and staff alike. WISCONSIN COMMUNITY SERVICES (WCS)WCS is a nonprofit human service organization that addresses the individual and systemic barriers that prevent many in our communities from leading productive and healthy lives. They empower individuals to build skills and overcome adversity, such as substance use, mental health needs, criminal justice involvement, and employment obstacles.Website: www.wiscs.org ELLENBECKER INVESTMENT GROUP Presenter of the MPC Podcast. Ellenbecker Investment Group (EIG), a registered investment advisor, provides comprehensive financial planning and fiduciary wealth management for individuals, families, businesses, and charitable foundations. Website: www.ellenbecker.com This podcast is for educational purposes only and should not be considered legal, tax, or financial advice. Guest opinions represent the views of the individuals speaking, and references to companies or organizations do not imply endorsement by Ellenbecker Investment Group.

What happens to animals when they grow too big, too expensive, or too inconvenient for the humans who bought them? In this episode, host Jill Economou sits down with Jill Carnegie, founder of Valley of the Kings, and Shirley Combes, a volunteer of more than 25 years, to share the real stories behind lifelong animal rescue. From former circus tigers whose teeth were removed, to bears saved from a roadside zoo, to farm animals and pot‑bellied pigs surrendered after outgrowing human expectations, the conversation explores how Valley of the Kings became a permanent refuge for animals with nowhere else to go. Shirley also highlights one of the most overlooked animal welfare crises in the U.S., feral and community cats, and why spaying and neutering is essential to preventing suffering. VALLEY OF THE KINGS SANCTUARY & RETREATValley of the Kings Animal Sanctuary provides lifelong care for exotic, farm, and domestic animals who cannot return to the wild or be rehomed. Founded more than 50 years ago, the sanctuary serves as a permanent retirement home where animals rescued from neglect, abuse, roadside zoos, and private ownership can live out their lives with dignity and care.Website: votk.orgFacebook: facebook.com/votkbigcats ELLENBECKER INVESTMENT GROUP Presenter of the MPC Podcast. Ellenbecker Investment Group (EIG), a registered investment advisor, provides comprehensive financial planning and fiduciary wealth management for individuals, families, businesses, and charitable foundations. Website: ellenbecker.com his podcast is for educational purposes only and should not be considered legal, tax, or financial advice. Guest opinions represent the views of the individuals speaking, and references to companies or organizations do not imply endorsement by Ellenbecker Investment Group.

Nearly one in five adults in Wisconsin lives with a mental health condition, yet more than a third cannot access support when they need it. So where do people go before a crisis hits?Host Jill Economou sits down with Jennifer Zuelke, Certified Peer Support Specialist, and Melissa Wisniewski, Administrative Assistant at Our Space, to explore how peer support, drop‑in community spaces, and Parachute House fill critical gaps in the mental health system. Jennifer shares her personal journey through trauma, addiction, and recovery, and how lived experience fuels her work today, while Melissa explains why Our Space feels different and why connection and trust are essential to healing.OUR SPACEOur Space is committed to creating a safe and supportive environment where individuals living with mental health and substance use challenges can thrive. Since 1989, they’ve been a beacon of hope in our community, providing recovery-oriented, person-centered programs designed to foster independence, connection, and wellness.Website: ourspaceinc.orgELLENBECKER INVESTMENT GROUP Presenter of the MPC Podcast. Ellenbecker Investment Group (EIG), a registered investment advisor, provides comprehensive financial planning and fiduciary wealth management for individuals, families, businesses, and charitable foundations. Website: ellenbecker.comThis podcast is for educational purposes only and should not be considered legal, tax, or financial advice. Guest opinions represent the views of the individuals speaking, and references to companies or organizations do not imply endorsement by Ellenbecker Investment Group.

Where do you turn when you’re searching for guidance? This week, Sabrina Busch, founder of the new ministry Prayer Haven, shares how her mission to bring faith beyond church walls is transforming communities.Sabrina shares how Prayer Haven supports people who feel disconnected from church environments, and why obedience, storytelling, and community resources can transform lives. She also explains Prayer Haven’s “Legacy Piece” program, the growing demand for “Bible Boxes” and her long‑term vision for a mobile ministry that meets people in crisis. Want to get involved, donate, or sponsor a Bible Box? Search “Prayer Haven Wisconsin” to learn more and support this growing grassroots nonprofit.PRAYER HAVENPrayer Haven’s mission is to help people build a real relationship with God outside traditional church settings by offering accessible faith resources, supportive spaces, and opportunities for personal spiritual growth. The ministry focuses on meeting people where they are and provides tools to help individuals deepen their faith and experience God’s presence in everyday life.Website: prayerhavenministry.orgELLENBECKER INVESTMENT GROUP Presenter of the MPC Podcast. Ellenbecker Investment Group (EIG), a registered investment advisor, provides comprehensive financial planning and fiduciary wealth management for individuals, families, businesses, and charitable foundations. Website: ellenbecker.comThis podcast is for educational purposes only and should not be considered legal, tax, or financial advice. Guest opinions represent the views of the individuals speaking, and references to companies or organizations do not imply endorsement by Ellenbecker Investment Group.

What happens when a community removes limits and lets every individual discover what they are truly capable of?In this episode, host Jill Economou talks with Erik Martin, Executive Director of Pantheon Industries, about how the organization helps individuals with disabilities explore careers, build skills, and find meaningful employment in southeastern Wisconsin. Eric explains Pantheon’s full spectrum of services, including center-based pre-vocational work, community-based job shadows and mock interviews, supported employment, coaching for employers, and day programming for older adults or those needing a blended schedule of work and enrichment.Erik also shares memorable stories of impact, from a young man who discovered a perfect fit as a hospital sterilization technician to a long-term restaurant employee who recently celebrated a well-earned retirement. He discusses the creative partnerships that make these outcomes possible, including employers who provide tours, job shadows, contracted work, and customized roles that match a person’s abilities.PANTHEON INDUSTRIESPantheon Industries is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization which strives to help individuals with disabilities achieve their full potential through a variety of employment opportunities. They believe that in meaningful work lies dignity and self-worth, which is why they emphasize possibilities over limitations.Website: pantheonindustries.orgELLENBECKER INVESTMENT GROUP Presenter of the MPC Podcast. Ellenbecker Investment Group (EIG), a registered investment advisor, provides comprehensive financial planning and fiduciary wealth management for individuals, families, businesses, and charitable foundations. Website: ellenbecker.comThis podcast is for educational purposes only and should not be considered legal, tax, or financial advice. Guest opinions represent the views of the individuals speaking, and references to companies or organizations do not imply endorsement by Ellenbecker Investment Group.

Sometimes the most powerful encouragement comes from someone who has lived the struggle themselves.In this episode of MPC, we sit down with Roger Smith, fifth‑generation member of the A.O. Smith family and founder of The Builders Ministry. After battling depression for 56 years, Roger now uses his story and his renewed faith to help others break free from fear, anxiety, and emotional wounds.Roger shares his journey from growing up in a prominent Milwaukee business family, to navigating a decades‑long corporate career while carrying private pain, to finally finding healing through intentional counseling, gratitude practices, and spiritual renewal. Today, The Builders Ministry exists to support people with broken hearts, offering hope, encouragement, and tools to rebuild emotional and spiritual strength.THE BUILDERS MINISTRYThe Builders Ministry equips Christians with the full power of the gospel to ignite their faith and bring healing to the broken‑hearted. Their mission is to strengthen, encourage, and restore believers so they can walk confidently in their identity in Christ.Website: thebuildersministry.comELLENBECKER INVESTMENT GROUP Presenter of the MPC Podcast. Ellenbecker Investment Group (EIG), a registered investment advisor, provides comprehensive financial planning and fiduciary wealth management for individuals, families, businesses, and charitable foundations.Website: ellenbecker.comThis podcast is for educational purposes only and should not be considered legal, tax, or financial advice. Guest opinions represent the views of the individuals speaking, and references to companies or organizations do not imply endorsement by Ellenbecker Investment Group.

Women were the original brewers, and they’re reclaiming their place in the industry.In this episode, we revisit that powerful history as we sit down with Julianna Pierandozzi from the Women’s Beer & Spirits Collective, a statewide collaboration of women working across Wisconsin’s breweries and spirit companies. Julianna shares how the Collective began with women simply looking around their industry and recognizing that their shared experiences, challenges, and expertise could be a force for good.Julianna shares how the collective selects local nonprofit partners and works with breweries and bars to raise funds throughout March. She also shares real examples of their impact, including support for domestic violence services and creative programs like art therapy.WOMEN’S BEER AND SPIRITS COLLECTIVE The Women’s Beer & Spirits Collective is a grassroots collaboration of women working across Wisconsin’s beer and spirits industry. The group comes together each March to host events that raise money for nonprofits serving women and families. Formed by women who noticed their growing representation in the industry, the collective focuses on giving back through industry partnerships and month‑long fundraising efforts.Instagram: @WIBeerandSpiritsCollectiveFacebook: Women’s Beer and Spirit CollectiveELLENBECKER INVESTMENT GROUP Presenter of the MPC Podcast. Ellenbecker Investment Group (EIG), a registered investment advisor, provides comprehensive financial planning and fiduciary wealth management for individuals, families, businesses, and charitable foundations. Website: ellenbecker.comThis podcast is for educational purposes only and should not be considered legal, tax, or financial advice. Guest opinions represent the views of the individuals speaking, and references to companies or organizations do not imply endorsement by Ellenbecker Investment Group.

TeamTeal365 began because its founder didn’t see what survivors needed in her community and decided to build it.In this episode of Milwaukee’s Philanthropic Community (MPC), host Jill Economou speaks with Samantha Collier, Executive Director and Founder of TeamTeal365, and advocate Tycie Godsey. They share how TeamTeal365 has grown into a survivor-led, statewide movement serving all 72 counties in Wisconsin, empowering youth and adults through healing centered engagement, prevention education, and hands on advocacy.The conversation explores survivor‑led programming, cultural gaps in victim services, the importance of warm handoffs, and “Paint the City Teal Day,” a growing April awareness effort that lights up landmarks like Milwaukee’s Hoan Bridge and invites communities everywhere to stand with survivors.TEAMTEAL365 TeamTeal365 is a survivor‑led nonprofit whose mission is to empower survivors, encourage dialogue about sexual abuse, and educate the community on prevention. Through year‑round advocacy, healing‑centered engagement, youth and adult programming, and community awareness efforts, TeamTeal365 opens conversations that help survivors protect self, heal self, and thrive. Website: teamteal365.com Email: [email protected] Register for our March 12th webinar on travel insurance here: https://bit.ly/4ccSKgaELLENBECKER INVESTMENT GROUP Presenter of the MPC Podcast. Ellenbecker Investment Group (EIG), a registered investment advisor, provides comprehensive financial planning and fiduciary wealth management for individuals, families, businesses, and charitable foundations. Website: ellenbecker.comThis podcast is for educational purposes only and should not be considered legal, tax, or financial advice. Guest opinions represent the views of the individuals speaking, and references to companies or organizations do not imply endorsement by Ellenbecker Investment Group.

Kwizera Ministries began with one trip to Rwanda and a simple desire to help. Today, that desire has grown into a global effort that supports genocide survivors, strengthens vulnerable communities, and rescues children who have been forgotten on the streets of India.In this episode of Milwaukee’s Philanthropic Community, host Jill Economou speaks with founders Carolyn and Ray Gumm about the moments that launched Kwizera’s mission and the people who shaped its direction. They reflect on the importance of listening before acting, the power of prayer, and the way compassion can open doors to healing. The conversation also explores Nani’s Kids, an initiative designed to bring safety, education, and stability to children living outside a train station in Varanasi.KWIZERA MINISTRIES Kwizera Ministries exists to bring the Word of God and the hope of Christ to underserved, persecuted, and vulnerable communities in Rwanda and South Asia, working through prayer, Scripture, and relationship to help people find healing, forgiveness, love, and peace. Their mission includes educating children, supporting widows and pastors, and empowering communities through practical care and spiritual support.Website: kwizeraministries.orgELLENBECKER INVESTMENT GROUP Presenter of the MPC Podcast. Ellenbecker Investment Group (EIG), a registered investment advisor, provides comprehensive financial planning and fiduciary wealth management for individuals, families, businesses, and charitable foundations. Website: ellenbecker.comThis podcast is for educational purposes only and should not be considered legal, tax, or financial advice. Guest opinions represent the views of the individuals speaking, and references to companies do not imply endorsement by Ellenbecker Investment Group.

The G-IV Recovery Foundation is working to change the conversation around opioid addiction by breaking stigma, expanding awareness, and making life-saving resources accessible across Wisconsin.In this episode, founder George Moore and board member Kevin Roach share the powerful and heartbreaking story that led to the creation of the Foundation. After losing George’s son to an overdose, the Moore family made it their mission to ensure no other family has to experience the same tragedy. They explain how the opioid crisis is affecting students as young as middle school, why fentanyl contamination is now involved in the majority of accidental overdoses, and how stigma continues to keep people from seeking help.Join the Movement ➡️ Add your name at www.narcanaforschools.com and help make Narcan accessible in every school where it can save a life.G-IV RECOVERY FOUNDATIONThe G-IV Recovery Foundation was created in memory of George Moore IV with a mission to save lives by increasing awareness, fighting stigma, and expanding access to overdose prevention tools. Through community outreach, advocacy, education, and free Narcan kits, the Foundation is committed to reducing opioid deaths throughout Wisconsin.Website: www.georgeivrecoveryfoundation.org/ELLENBECKER INVESTMENT GROUP Presenter of the MPC Podcast. Ellenbecker Investment Group (EIG), a registered investment advisor, provides comprehensive financial planning and fiduciary wealth management for individuals, families, businesses, and charitable foundations. Website: www.ellenbecker.com/This podcast is for educational purposes only and should not be considered legal, tax, or financial advice. Guest opinions represent the views of the individuals speaking, and references to companies do not imply endorsement by Ellenbecker Investment Group. 

Milwaukee Chamber Theatre is reimagining what it means to be a local arts organization by building community connection and bringing storytelling beyond the stage.In this conversation, Executive Artistic Director Brent Hazelton shares how the company is not only producing high quality theatrical work but also building connections across Milwaukee and neighborhood community spaces.Topics discussed: Milwaukee Chamber Theatre’s focus on local talent, with most artists coming from Milwaukee or Wisconsin Their new community outreach initiative that brings theater into schools, senior centers, and community spaces How partnerships and shared storytelling can help communities understand one another Ways to get involved through donations, partnerships, advocacy, or attending performances Why theater can be a powerful catalyst for conversations about mental health, connection, and community change MILWAUKEE CHAMBER THEATRE The mission of the Milwaukee Chamber Theatre is to produce intimate, high-quality, professional theatrical works of literary merit that engage and challenge the audience, while employing and nurturing principally local theatre artists.Website: https://www.milwaukeechambertheatre.org/ ELLENBECKER INVESTMENT GROUP Presenter of the MPC Podcast. Ellenbecker Investment Group (EIG), a registered investment advisor, provides comprehensive financial planning and fiduciary wealth management for individuals, families, businesses, and charitable foundations. Website: https://www.ellenbecker.com/This podcast is for educational purposes only and should not be considered legal, tax, or financial advice. Guest opinions represent the views of the individuals speaking, and references to companies do not imply endorsement by Ellenbecker Investment Group. 

Hunger affects more than 694,000 people in Wisconsin, including 200,000 children. We’re sitting down with Feed Your Soul, Inc. to talk about how they’re helping. In this episode of “MPC: Milwaukee’s Philanthropic Community", founder Rick Lowry shares how the organization uses a mobile, faith-based approach to serve individuals and families facing food insecurity and homelessness. We also discuss Feed Your Soul’s growth from a small local effort to a national nonprofit, how their mobile trucks deliver “total needs” support directly into communities, and the role partnerships and volunteers play in expanding their impact.FEED YOUR SOUL, INC Feed Your Soul is a Wisconsin-based nonprofit that addresses food insecurity through mobile meal programs, community partnerships, and faith-driven outreach focused on serving the whole person.Website: https://www.feedyoursoulwi.com/ ELLENBECKER INVESTMENT GROUP Presenter of the MPC Podcast. Ellenbecker Investment Group (EIG), a registered investment advisor, provides comprehensive financial planning and fiduciary wealth management for individuals, families, businesses, and charitable foundations. Website: https://www.ellenbecker.com/This podcast is for educational purposes only and should not be considered legal, tax, or financial advice. Guest opinions represent the views of the individuals speaking, and references to companies do not imply endorsement by Ellenbecker Investment Group. 

On this episode of “MPC: Milwaukee’s Philanthropic Community,” we sit down with representatives from Wildlife In Need, a nonprofit organization dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating, and releasing injured, sick, and orphaned native Wisconsin wildlife back into their natural habitats. They share how Wildlife In Need responds to thousands of calls each year, cares for nearly 3,000 wild animals across more than 140 species, and operates as a volunteer-driven center that educates the public about peaceful coexistence with our wild neighbors. The discussion highlights the organization’s community education programs, including school visits and ambassador animal presentations, which help tens of thousands of people better understand wildlife and how to help them thrive.WILDLIFE IN NEED Wildlife In Need is a nonprofit wildlife rehabilitation center based in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin, devoted to rescuing, rehabilitating, and releasing injured, sick, and orphaned native wildlife while educating the public about humane coexistence with wild animals. Website: https://www.helpingwildlife.org/ELLENBECKER INVESTMENT GROUP Presenter of the MPC Podcast. Ellenbecker Investment Group (EIG), a registered investment advisor, provides comprehensive financial planning and fiduciary wealth management for individuals, families, businesses, and charitable foundations. Website: https://www.ellenbecker.com/This podcast is for educational purposes only and should not be considered legal, tax, or financial advice. Guest opinions represent the views of the individuals speaking, and references to companies do not imply endorsement by Ellenbecker Investment Group. 

On this episode of “MPC: Milwaukee’s Philanthropic Community,” we sit down with leaders from Heart 2 Heart Compassionate Widows Circles (H2HCWC) to explore how this nonprofit is creating spaces of healing, connection, and hope for widows in our community. They share the heart behind H2HCWC’s mission and the impact of programs like Tea Talks and culinary arts sessions, which provide widows with safe, nurturing environments to process grief, build meaningful relationships, and support one another through shared experience. Looking ahead to 2026, they plan to expand mobile programming across southeast Wisconsin.#WidowSupport #GriefSupport #MentalHealth #NonprofitImpact #CommunityHealing #WomenSupportingWomen #MPCPodcastH2HCWC Heart 2 Heart Compassionate Widow's Circles Inc. is a non-profit organization that was founded in January 2022 with a powerful mission: to bridge the gap between church and community while empowering participants towards independence and self-sufficiency through participation in Compassionate Widow’s Circles.  Website: h2hcwc.org/ELLENBECKER INVESTMENT GROUP Presenter of the MPC Podcast. Ellenbecker Investment Group (EIG), a registered investment advisor, provides comprehensive financial planning and fiduciary wealth management for individuals, families, businesses, and charitable foundations. Website: ellenbecker.com/This podcast is for educational purposes only and should not be considered legal, tax, or financial advice. Guest opinions represent the views of the individuals speaking, and references to companies do not imply endorsement by Ellenbecker Investment Group. 

On this episode of “MPC: Milwaukee’s Philanthropic Community”, we sit down with Dr. Heather Jones and Margaret Lidstone of Rogers Behavioral Health Foundation to learn how philanthropy is helping support mental health in our community. They share how programs like canine-assisted therapy, the Firewatch initiative for first responders, and spiritual care are making a real difference for patients. Rogers is also calling on the community to help break the stigma around mental health and come together to create innovative solutions. #MentalHealth #Philanthropy #NonprofitImpact #RogersBehavioralHealth #FirstResponders #CommunitySupport #MPCPodcast ROGERS FOUNDATION Rogers provides a full continuum of care for individuals facing complex mental health and substance use challenges, including OCD, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, trauma, and PTSD. Website: rogersbh.org/foundationELLENBECKER INVESTMENT GROUP Presenter of the MPC Podcast. Ellenbecker Investment Group (EIG), a registered investment advisor, provides comprehensive financial planning and fiduciary wealth management for individuals, families, businesses, and charitable foundations. Website: ellenbecker.comThis podcast is for educational purposes only and should not be considered legal, tax, or financial advice. Guest opinions represent the views of the individuals speaking, and references to companies do not imply endorsement by Ellenbecker Investment Group. 

Director of Community Relations, Jill Economou, speaks with Women's Club of Pewaukee and Pewaukee Area Arts Council about how they're making a difference in the community. 

This MPC episode features two Wisconsin nonprofits making a real difference. Campus Guardians of Wisconsin helps young adults who have aged out of foster care by providing financial support, care packages, and encouragement so they can thrive in college. The Right Relief Inc focuses on caregivers, delivering home-cooked meals and thoughtful experiences to ease stress and prevent burnout. Hear their stories, learn why their missions matter, and find out how you can support their work.

Host Jill Economou speaks with Visiting Angels of Pewaukee and Safe Families for Children Wisconsin about their impactful work in providing compassionate care and support to families and seniors in need.

Discover how Habitat for Humanity and the Community Development Alliance are transforming lives through affordable housing initiatives.

Discover how DanceWorks and the Medical College of Wisconsin are transforming health through art and dance. 

Jill Economou, Director of Community Relations, speaks with leaders from ArtWorks for Milwaukee and Artists Working in Education (AWE). Learn how these nonprofits are enriching the lives of young people through art and creative programs. 

This episode discusses the vital role of education in community development featuring insights from the Waukesha Education Foundation and Blessings in a Backpack. 

Discover how the Powering Milwaukee Forward Initiative is uniting these nonprofits to uplift community health.

Tune in to hear EIG Director of Community Relations, Jill Economou, speak with this week's featured nonrofits, Family Connect of Wisconsin and Evangelical Children & Family Association (ECFA). 

Tune in to hear Jill Economou speak with this week's guests, Susan G. Komen Foundation and Trisha's Troops Cancer Connection. Discover how these inspiring leaders are making a difference in the fight against cancer.

Tune in to hear EIG Director of Community Relations, Jill Economou, speak with this week's featured nonprofits about empowering families with free diapers and providing quality housing, childcare & food programs. 

Jill Economou hosts a discussion with Samantha Maldonado from Spectrum Nonprofit Services and Dr. Her-Xiong from the Hmong American Peace Academy focusing on strategic planning and community impact in the nonprofit sector. 

Tune in to hear EIG Director of Community Relations, Jill Economou, speak with this week's featured nonprofits about inspiring kids to love data and math, and transforming communities with actionable data. 

Tune in to hear EIG Director of Community Relations, Jill Economou, speak with this week's featured nonprofits about serving kids with special needs and providing safe environments for children and families. 

Tune in to hear EIG Director of Community Relations, Jill Economou, speak with this week's featured nonprofits about breaking segregation through youth leadership and equitable arts access for every learner. 

Tune in to hear EIG Director of Community Relations, Jill Economou, speak with this week's featured nonprofits about cultivating a lifelong love of nature for all and grant writing services for nonprofits. 

Tune in to hear EIG Director of Community Relationsm, Jill Economou, speak with this week's featured nonprofits about equine-assisted therapeutic activities and supporting local charities in southern Wisconsin. 

Tune in to hear EIG Director of Community Relations, Jill Economou, speak with this week's featured nonprofits about transforming lives of families experiencing homelessness and helping those in need. 

Tune in to hear EIG Director of Community Relations, Jill Economou, speak with this week's featured nonprofits about fostering forever families, & equine and animal-assisted services. 

Tune in to hear EIG Director of Community Relations, Jill Economou, speak with this week's featured nonprofits about improving the life of a loved one with horses and creating opportunities to enrich lives. 

Tune in to hear EIG Director of Community Relations, Jill Economou, speak with this week's featured guests about supporting nonprofits to maximize impact and empowering youth and young adults to become change agents.

Tune in to hear EIG Director of Community Relations, Jill Economou, speak with this week's featured nonprofits about being dedicated to service above self, and delivering a lifetime of arts education and experiences.

Tune in to hear EIG Director of Community Relations, Jill Economou, speak with this week's featured nonprofits about fostering life-long learning for adults and support for people affected by dementia. 

Tune in Sunday to hear EIG Director of Community Relations, Jill Economou, speak with this week's featured nonprofits, and special guest Karen Ellenbecker, about caring for our community and empowering and equipping children for brilliant futures. 

Tune in to hear EIG Director of Community Relations, Jill Economou, speak with this week's featured nonprofits about helping special needs dogs and lost dog search and recovery efforts. 

Tune in Sunday to hear EIG Director of Community Relations, Jill Economou, speak with this week's featured nonprofits about animal welfare and assuring sanctuary for animals in need, and providing a learning community for students.

Tune in Sunday to hear EIG Director of Community Relations, Jill Economou, speak with this week’s featured guests about providing safety, shelter and support to people impacted by abuse, and maintaining a safe and secure community. 

Tune in Sunday to hear EIG Director of Community Relations, Jill Economou, speak with this week’s featured nonprofits about providing free, quality children's books and encouraging healthy growth and early literacy. 

Tune in Sunday to hear EIG Director of Community Relations, Jill Economou, speak with this week’s featured nonprofits about BRAVEing grief and healing together, and taking big steps for little hearts.  

Tune in Sunday to hear EIG Director of Community Relations, Jill Economou, speak with this week's featured nonprofits about the wonder of science, endless exploration, and building great futures. 

Tune in Sunday to hear EIG Director of Community Relations, Jill Economou, speak with this week’s featured nonprofits about supporting older adults and those who serve them, and advancing healthy aging.