The Shine Brightly Podcast

In this episode, GiveSendGo Co-founder Heather Wilson speaks with human trafficking survivor and advocate Niki Rowe Cross, along with award-winning filmmaker Christopher Shawn Shaw. Niki shares her harrowing experience of being trafficked by her boyfriend as a teenager and held captive in an attic—until God used a fellow victim and complete strangers to orchestrate her rescue.   Now the Founder and President of S.T.A.A.R. Ministry (Stop The Abuse And Rescue), Niki has helped rescue and bring healing to over 9,000 men, women, and children. With the help of filmmaker Christopher Shawn Shaw, her powerful story is being developed into a feature film titled Like Daddy Used to Say.   Hear how this upcoming project is raising awareness about human trafficking, sharing hope, and shaping culture—and how YOU can help bring it to life!    Learn more about Niki’s story and the Like Daddy Used to Say film at https://www.givesendgo.com/ldutsdevelopment. 

On this episode of The Shine Brightly Podcast, GiveSendGo Co-Founder Jacob Wells speaks with Jon Seidl about The 50/50 Campaign, Jon’s bold initiative to get 50 boxes of his upcoming book, Confessions of a Christian Alcoholic, into 50 addiction and recovery centers across all 50 states.  “Anyone who donates at least $50 will automatically get a FREE, 1-year, unlimited membership to the daily devotional website theveritasdaily.com. Additionally, everyone who donates will be invited to be a part of a live, online Q&A session with me during book launch! (And by donating any amount, I'll add you to my email list that gets my free daily devotionals.)” To learn more about Jon’s campaign and give to The 50/50 Campaign, please visit https://www.givesendgo.com/50-50. 

In this episode of The Shine Brightly Podcast, Co-founder of GiveSendGo Jacob Wells speaks with Dr. Eithan Haim about his recently dismissed case. Eithan shares his story—how he became a whistleblower exposing Texas Children's Hospital’s transgender program, the intense legal persecution that followed, and his journey to vindication. They dive into the toll this fight has taken, the legal battles he faced, and what comes next as he works to pay off the remaining legal fees.   The funds raised through his GiveSendGo campaign continue to support his legal defense and ensuring other whistleblowers can speak out without fear. You can read more of Eithan’s story and show your support at https://www.givesendgo.com/texas_whistleblower.  

In this episode of The Shine Brightly Podcast, GiveSendGo Co-founder Heather Wilson speaks  with Bevelyn Beatty Williams to discuss her journey—from facing a prison sentence to life behind bars and now fighting for justice after her release.  Bevelyn’s fight isn’t over yet! If you want to support her fight for justice please, visit https://www.givesendgo.com/BevelynBeattyWilliams. Also go to https://atwellministries.org/about/ to learn all about her ministry.  Do you know of someone whose campaign deserves to be recognized in an upcoming episode? To submit a nomination or even your own campaign, simply fill out our Shine Brightly! form by clicking on this link: https://forms.gle/SydkhvjdYEuphVpR9.

In this episode of The Shine Brightly Podcast, GiveSendGo Co-founder Heather Wilson talks with Seak Smith, the driving force behind the HOPE Box Project, an initiative led by the MOM Army, a group passionate about fighting back against child trafficking and exploitation.    Seak shares about the HOPE Box—a resource lovingly curated to provide comfort, resources, and hope to children who are navigating healing after abuse. Each box is filled with items like a journal, affirmation stickers, and comforting objects, all aimed at helping survivors embark on their healing journey.    If you want to support this project please, visit https://www.givesendgo.com/hopebox. Also go to https://www.mom-army.com/ to check out more on the MOM army.    Do you know of someone whose campaign deserves to be recognized in an upcoming episode? To submit a nomination or even your own campaign, simply fill out our Shine Brightly! form by clicking on this link: https://forms.gle/SydkhvjdYEuphVpR9. 

In this episode, Heather chats with Andrew MacGillivray, President of Veterans for Freedom, about his organization’s fundraising efforts for Kayla Pollock, a 36-year-old who became paralyzed from the neck down after receiving a third booster shot.    Support Operation Kayla at https://www.givesendgo.com/kaylapollock. Visit Kayla’s website at https://www.opkayla.ca/ and learn more about Veterans for Freedom at https://veterans4freedom.ca/.  Do you know of someone whose campaign deserves to be recognized in an upcoming episode? To submit a nomination or even your own campaign, simply fill out our Shine Brightly! form by clicking on this link: https://forms.gle/SydkhvjdYEuphVpR9.

In this episode of The Shine Brightly Podcast, Heather talks with Jamie Sanchez, the owner of The Drip Café in Denver, CO. Jamie shares how his café, part of the "Project Revive" initiative to support the homeless, has faced relentless attacks from a group opposed to its Christian values. Despite the vandalism and harassment, Jamie stays committed to his mission, drawing strength from his faith in God.   “A message from Jamie Sanchez. ‘I am calling on the Body of Christ to support us during this time of attack by this anti-Christian group. For over 10 years, my team and I have been serving the homleless community in Denver out of the love we have felt from Christ. The Drip Cafe is meant to be a huge blessing for those struggling with homelessness. The communist group says they won't stop until we close. I am saying I will never back down from the Holy Scriptures of God our Creator’.”   To support Jamie and The Drip Café please, visit https://www.givesendgo.com/thedripcafecampaign.    Do you know of someone whose campaign deserves to be recognized in an upcoming episode? To submit a nomination or even your own campaign, simply fill out our Shine Brightly! form by clicking on this link: https://forms.gle/SydkhvjdYEuphVpR9. 

In this episode of The Shine Brightly Podcast, Jacob speaks with Dr. Tammie McClafferty,  CEO of Lifework Leadership First Coast, about expanding Cup of Jōb, a Christian coffee house that employs the homeless, to Murray Hill, Jacksonville, FL.   “We have been given the opportunity to expand this model in the nearby community of Murray Hill, Jacksonville, FL. We are working with another Lifework alumni and will focus on employing women and girls who are coming out of broken, harmful, and sexual environments. We will employ these girls straight from 2 of our Lifework alumni non-profits; Girls of Virtue and Hadassah's Hope.”   Check out her GiveSendGo campaign at https://www.givesendgo.com/murrayhill.    Learn more about Lifework First Coast at https://lifeworkfirstcoast.com/ and Cup of Jōb at https://www.cupofjob.com/.    Do you know of someone whose campaign deserves to be recognized in an upcoming episode? To submit a nomination or even your own campaign, simply fill out our Shine Brightly! form by clicking on this link: https://forms.gle/SydkhvjdYEuphVpR9. 

In this episode, Jacob chats with David Conley about his 2024 worship album and the GiveSendGo campaign that's funding its production. David's music tells a powerful story of a lost soul rediscovering God, himself, his calling, his passion, and his joy.   David shares his personal journey through faith, depression, and anxiety, revealing how he emerged from a dark place with the help of a Christian counselor and a renewed connection to his music. After swearing off writing and releasing music in 2019 due to his struggles, David was encouraged by his counselor to pick up his guitar again. This moment of reconnection with God sparked a creative resurgence, leading to the creation of the album he is now working to fund.   To support and learn more about David Conley's album, visit https://www.givesendgo.com/conley2024album.   Do you know of someone whose campaign deserves to be recognized in an upcoming episode? To submit a nomination or even your own campaign, simply fill out our Shine Brightly! form by clicking on this link: https://forms.gle/SydkhvjdYEuphVpR9. 

In this episode, Heather talks with Tom Floyd and Tom Anderson about their battle with United Airlines, which mandated the COVID vaccine for all employees, disregarding personal religious and medical beliefs.   “We are in a David vs. Goliath battle as we bring forward the law against United Airlines and their hostile actions against employees. They have deep pockets, and we expect them to try to run us out of money before justice can be served. We need help from everyone who believes that regardless of a current situation, no employer should be able to force you to take any drug to keep your job…”   To support this campaign please, visit https://www.givesendgo.com/wingsforliberty. Do you know of someone whose campaign deserves to be recognized in an upcoming episode? To submit a nomination or even your own campaign, simply fill out our Shine Brightly! form by clicking on this link: https://forms.gle/SydkhvjdYEuphVpR9.

In this episode of The Shine Brightly Podcast, Heather speaks with Amie Ichikawa, the executive director of Woman II Woman. Amie founded this nonprofit to support incarcerated women who face harassment, assault, medical abuse, and neglect, often living in fear of retaliation if they stand up for their rights. “We need your help to continue to advocate for them. We need help covering the costs of traveling to attend hearings, postage for mail outs and newsletters, taking days to drive to courthouses to file paperwork for resentencing petitions, filing writs, speaking at en banc hearings, spending hours on the phone fact checking, and finding and hiring defense teams for our sisters with the most severe cases. In those situations, we need to be able to support them by connecting them with the best possible legal representation we can find.” To support Amie's campaign, visit https://www.givesendgo.com/LRFUND. For more information about Woman II Woman, visit https://www.womaniiwoman.org/. Do you know of someone whose campaign deserves to be recognized in an upcoming episode? To submit a nomination or even your own campaign, simply fill out our Shine Brightly! form by clicking on this link: https://forms.gle/SydkhvjdYEuphVpR9.

In this episode, Jacob Wells speaks with Chris Hume, Managing Editor of The Lancaster Patriot, about the raid on Amos Miller's Amish farm in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. On January 4, 2024, state agents raided Amos' property, seized products, and banned the sale of many of his remaining products, putting his business at risk.   “As Amos fights this injustice, he needs to keep paying his employees and supporting the small farms that rely on Amos to sell their natural products.”   To support Amos Miller in his legal battles, visit www.GiveSendGo.com/SupportAmosMiller, for updates on his story, head to https://www.thelancasterpatriot.com/helpamos/, and to explore his business, visit https://amosmillerorganicfarm.com/?v=1d20b5ff1ee9.    Do you know of someone whose campaign deserves to be recognized in an upcoming episode? To submit a nomination or even your own campaign, simply fill out our Shine Brightly! form by clicking on this link: https://forms.gle/SydkhvjdYEuphVpR9. 

In this episode of The Shine Brightly Podcast, Heather speaks with Kyle Wells, a father and the owner of Wells Plumbing. Kyle opens up about the difficult choice to close his business after coming under attack for attending a Trump rally.   “I worked hard to become a master plumber and pursue my dream of helping people in service and creating plumbing systems that I am proud of and it has been taken away because of hatred of my support of Trump.”   To support Kyle and his family please visit https://www.givesendgo.com/wellsplumbing.    Do you know of someone whose campaign deserves to be recognized in an upcoming episode? To submit a nomination or even your own campaign, simply fill out our Shine Brightly! form by clicking on this link: https://forms.gle/SydkhvjdYEuphVpR9. 

In this episode, Jacob Wells chats with Brennen Hankins about his fundraising success story. Hear how his friends and family rallied to support his recent move to Alaska!    Check out his campaign at https://www.givesendgo.com/hankinsalaska.   Do you know of someone whose campaign deserves to be recognized in an upcoming episode? To submit a nomination or even your own campaign, simply fill out our Shine Brightly! form by clicking on this link: https://forms.gle/SydkhvjdYEuphVpR9.

In this episode, Jacob Wells chats with Lindsey Messina, executive director of Austin17House, a nonprofit center in Brentwood, NH dedicated to serving the youth and families of their community through free meals, mentorship, activities, and a safe place to visit.    “Without this funding, youth will continue to be caught in the tension between negative activities and environments, leading to negative outcomes, while expecting to master daily skills, without the positive environment to make that happen.”   To support Austin17House, please visit their campaign at https://www.givesendgo.com/austin17house. 

Heather speaks with Jodi Mulder from Building Beyond Borders about their efforts to raise funds for the construction of two homes and two latrines in Tecate, Mexico!    “We are a group of friends from Santa Cruz and beyond who spend three days each summer in Tecate, Mexico building homes. (We cover our travel costs - these funds go directly to cover building materials, including a poured cement foundation and latrine foundation). Our goal is to build two homes in June 2024.”   Visit https://www.givesendgo.com/buildingbeyondborders to learn more about this campaign and support the efforts of Building Beyond Borders. 

In this episode of The Shine Brightly Podcast, Heather talks with Brandon about his and his wife's GiveSendGo campaign to support their family in their struggle against the military's COVID mandates. To read more on this story or to support Brandon and his family visit https://www.givesendgo.com/GBE5P. 

In this episode, Jacob talks with Tim Pinon and friends about their GiveSendGo campaign for Grace Place Properties. Support this cause at https://www.givesendgo.com/graceplaceproperties and learn more about Grace Place Properties at https://graceplaceproperties.org/. 

In this episode of The Shine Brightly Podcast, GiveSendGo Co-founder Heather Wilson sits down with Eithan Haim, a 33-year-old general surgeon and whistleblower, about his fundraising campaign.  To read more and support Eithan’s campaign visit www.GiveSendGo.com/texas_whistleblower.   

In this special episode of “Shine Brightly!”, GiveSendGo Co-founder Jacob Wells speaks with Joel Strasser and Garrett Smith, best friends, and partners during Season 35 of “The Amazing Race”. They talk about their experience on the show and how it led to Joel starting a GiveSendGo campaign to help get Garrett’s special needs daughter a service dog. To read more about their story and check out their GiveSendGo campaign visit www.GiveSendGo.com/SmithFamilyServiceDog.

In this episode of “Shine Brightly!”, GiveSendGo Co-founder Jacob Wells speaks with Monica Matthews about her new venture, Thirst Entertainment Network. It's a streaming platform that selects, produces, and shares digital content that honors the Lord and spreads His hope and love. To learn more about Monica’s campaign visit www.GiveSendGo.com/MonicaMatthews. 

In this episode of “Shine Brightly!”, GiveSendGo Co-founder Jacob Wells speaks with Pastor Cheryl M. Gaines about Project EDEN. EDEN which stands for "Project Everyone Deserves to Eat Naturally™," is a sanctuary aiming to save lives and empower marginalized youth. To read more about this project visit www.GiveSendGo.com/GB9V4. 

Join Jacob Wells, Co-founder of GiveSendGo, in a powerful conversation with Karen Fournier about Covenant Homes and Resources, a nonprofit that supports pregnant mothers by establishing family-style, safe group homes near abortion facilities. These homes provide a nurturing environment, offering stays from 2 hours to 2 years, with 24/7 on-site mentors.   Learn more about Karen's GiveSendGo campaign at www.GiveSendGo.com/HomeforPregnantMommas. Funds will go towards remodeling the nonprofit’s first home and affording monthly bills and staffing. 

In this episode of "Shine Brightly!", GiveSendGo Co-founder Heather Wilson chats with Michael about Diego Ranch, an equine therapy program that has helped and healed children, veterans, and others. To give or learn more about Deigo Ranch, visit www.GiveSendGo.com/DiegoRanch. 

In this episode of “Shine Brightly!”, GiveSendGo Co-founder Jacob Wells speaks with Lauren Dean about starting a GiveSendGo campaign to support her family amidst her husband’s Jan. 6 trial.  To give or learn more about Lauren’s campaign visit www.GiveSendGo.com/GBA9Q. 

In this episode of “Shine Brightly!”, GiveSendGo CoFounder Jacob Wells speaks with Marc Aramian and his wife from Crunch Entertainment about their new film, "He Named Him Adam." Do you know of someone whose shining light deserves to be recognized? We're looking for GiveSendGo campaigns to feature in an upcoming spotlight episode. To submit a nomination or even your own campaign, simply fill out our Shine Brightly! form by clicking on this link: https://forms.gle/SydkhvjdYEuphVpR9. 

In this episode of "Shine Brightly!," GiveSendGo Co-founder Heather Wilson interviews Robbie and Yvonne Walden about their GiveSendGo campaign for Christ Fit Gym in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. To read more about this campaign visit www.GiveSendGo.com/christfitgym_cda. Also, visit www.ChristFitGymCDA.org to learn more about Christ Fit. 

In this episode of Shine Brightly!, GiveSendGo Co-founder Jacob Wells chats with Kurt Muller about Tribute Aviation, his nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting combat veterans through aviation. To read more about or support Tribute Aviation and Kurt’s GiveSendGo campaign visit www.GiveSendGo.com/Tribute-Aviation. 

Join GiveSendGo Co-founder Jacob Wells as he talks with Malachi and Rachel Taylor, two inspiring siblings raising money on GiveSendGo to embark on a God-centered mission trip to Oaxaca, Mexico. While the Taylors’ fundraising deadline has since passed, you may still contribute donations and prayers to their campaign at www.GiveSendGo.com/MRtaylor_missiontrip.

In this episode of “Shine Brightly!”, GiveSendGo CoFounder Jacob Wells speaks with Charley Voos and his wife about their daughter Gwen’s journey through the NICU and their mission to bring hope and support to other families facing similar challenges. To read more about the Voos’ story and give to their campaign visit www.GiveSendGo.com/Gwens_Toy_Chest. 

In this episode of Shine Brightly!, GiveSendGo Co-founder Heather Wilson speaks with Robin Shirley, from The Compass Center Foundation. The Compass Center Foundation is a Christian ministry working towards private school accreditation for Compass Academy, a childhood enrichment program that offers academic enrichment through daily immersion into homesteading, farming, and gardening. To read more about and give to Compass Academy please visit www.GiveSendGo.com/CompassAcademy. 

In this episode of Shine Brightly, Jacob Wells, co-founder of GiveSendGo, talks with Paula Knauss Selph about raising funds for her organization "The Respect and Remember Memorial Foundation Inc" on GiveSendGo. To learn more about R2Factor, visit www.R2Factor.org. Visit www.GiveSendGo.com/R2Factor to donate, pray, or learn more about Paula's campaign  

Join GiveSendGo Co-founder Jacob Wells as he speaks with a group of moms from the Tahquamenon Area Homeschool Community, a volunteer-led group that serves homeschooling families in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, about their GiveSendGo campaign.  To read more about the Tahquamenon Area Homeschool Community please visit www.GiveSendGo.com/G9T4K. 

In this episode, GiveSendGo Co-founder Jacob Wells speaks with Jacob Bradshaw to talk about his recent trip to the Super Bowl in Phoenix, AZ. Jacob and his twelve-year-old son joined almost 100 other evangelists in sharing the Gospel throughout the city and surrounding areas. To read more about Jacob’s campaign please visit www.GiveSendGo.com/G9STW.  

Join GiveSendGo Co-Founder, Heather Wilson, as she speaks with Angel Mendez about raising funds on GiveSendGo to go on an educational trip with his son to Washington, D.C., New York, and Boston in June 2024.  Support the Mendez boys on their trip by visiting www.GiveSendGo.com/G9YUA. 

In this episode of Shine Brightly!, co-founder Heather Wilson interviews Jennifer (Jenny) Johnson, a stay-at-home mom who started a fundraising campaign for the Parker family. The Parker family is facing a difficult situation, having to relocate due to the effects of the train derailment in East Palestine, OH. If you would like to read more about or support the Parker family please visit www.GiveSendGo.com/g9uzj. 

In this episode of Shine Brightly!, Hudson Wells, executive director of GiveSendGo Charities, interviews Josh Alexander, a teenager, and leader of “Save Canada”, an organization that seeks to ignite and engage Canadian youth in saving their nation.  If you want to read more about the mission of “Save Canada” please visit www.GiveSendGo.com/G9VHB. 

In this episode of Shine Brightly!, GiveSendGo Co-founder Heather Wilson talks with Emma, Sophie, and their mom Sarah about the girls’ upcoming educational trip to Italy and their mission trip to England.  If you want to support Emma and Sophie as they raise money for their mission trip, please visit www.GiveSendGo.com/MayersMission. 

Join Hudson Wells, Executive Director of GiveSendGo Charities, as he speaks with Drew McLeod about starting a GiveSendGo to purchase an expensive app called “Loop” to aid in his daughter Phoebe’s speech therapy. To give to the McLeod's campaign for Phoebe visit www.GiveSendGo.com/PhoebesVoice. 

Join Heather Wilson, GiveSendGo Co-Founder, as she speaks with Stephanie Zamora about her campaign to raise money for an upcoming mission trip to serve with the Houston Prison Ministry. To read more about Stephanie’s campaign visit www.GiveSendGo.com/szmt2houstonprisons. 

In this episode of Shine Brightly!, Hudson Wells, Executive Director of GiveSendGo Charities, speaks with Dan Fitzgerald about his GiveSendGo campaign to get an all-terrain wheelchair for his wife, Kimberly. He shares that she’s a gentle soul that loves life and all those around her. If you would like to support Dan’s goal to get Kimberly an all-terrain wheelchair visit www.GiveSendGo.com/FitzCrafter. 

Listen to this podcast episode where Hudson Wells, Executive Director of GiveSendGo Charities, talks to Ashleigh Corbin about her family's excitement for their upcoming mission trip to Baja California with their children. If you would like to support their mission trip visit www.GiveSendGo.com/CorbinsInBaja2023.   

If you would like to support the mission of “Wings of Compassion” visit www.GiveSendGo.com/WingsOfCompassion.  If you or someone you know is shining brightly and has a GiveSendGo campaign you'd like featured in a spotlight episode, click here (https://forms.gle/SydkhvjdYEuphVpR9) to fill out our Shine Brightly! Form. 

If you would like to support John and Joy in their ministry visit www.GiveSendGo.com/G9CKP.  If you or someone you know is shining brightly and has a GiveSendGo campaign you'd like featured in a spotlight episode, click here (https://forms.gle/SydkhvjdYEuphVpR9) to fill out our Shine Brightly! Form. 

To donate and support Father Denis’ endeavor, visit www.GiveSendGo.com/CentreOfMercy.  If you or someone you know is shining brightly and has a GiveSendGo campaign you'd like featured in a spotlight episode, click here (https://forms.gle/SydkhvjdYEuphVpR9) to fill out our Shine Brightly! Form.

Visit Aminadab’s GiveSendGo campaign, “Supporting International Students at Bible School”, at www.GiveSendGo.com/AminadabFeliz.  If you or someone you know is shining brightly and has a GiveSendGo campaign you'd like featured in a spotlight episode, click here (https://forms.gle/SydkhvjdYEuphVpR9) to fill out our Shine Brightly! Form. 

Read more about David’s campaign for Nabila at www.GiveSendGo.com/G3FBD.   If you or someone you know is shining brightly and has a GiveSendGo campaign you'd like featured in a spotlight episode, click here (https://forms.gle/SydkhvjdYEuphVpR9) to fill out our Shine Brightly! Form. 

Melissa’s campaign “Value Them Both - Kansas Amendment Recount” can be found at www.GiveSendGo.com/G3NJF.  If you or someone you know is shining brightly and has a GiveSendGo campaign you'd like featured in a spotlight episode, click here (https://forms.gle/SydkhvjdYEuphVpR9) to fill out our Shine Brightly! Form. 

Visit www.GiveSendGo.com/HelpJeffHelp to read more about Jeff’s campaign.  If you or someone you know is shining brightly and has a GiveSendGo campaign you'd like featured in a spotlight episode, click here (https://forms.gle/SydkhvjdYEuphVpR9) to fill out our Shine Brightly! Form. 

Visit www.GiveSendGo.com/G31X5 to read more about Kevin’s story and campaign.  If you or someone you know is shining brightly and has a GiveSendGo campaign you'd like featured in a spotlight episode, click here (https://forms.gle/SydkhvjdYEuphVpR9) to fill out our Shine Brightly! Form.