Impact Collective
Kindness, service & community
Hosted by Codie Donnell · New episodes daily
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Teaching Money to Dropouts: Dignity, Not Debt | Impact Collective
In this episode of Impact Collective, host Codie Donnell explores the critical intersection of financial literacy and social justice for high school dropouts. This conversation moves beyond traditional charity models to advocate for…
The Waiting Game: Why Foster Adoption Needs Radical Transparency | Impact Collective
In this powerful episode of Impact Collective, host Codie Donnell explores the critical issue of foster care adoption delays and advocates for radical transparency within the child welfare system. This discussion is essential for…
Stop Fixing, Start Listening: The Quiet Power of Service | Impact Collective
In this episode of Impact Collective, host Codie Donnell explores the transformative power of active listening in philanthropy and community service. The central thesis challenges the common instinct to 'fix' problems immediately, arguing…
The Quiet Heroism of Translating for Your Neighbor | Impact Collective
In this episode of Impact Collective, host Codie Donnell explores the profound emotional labor and hidden heroism involved in volunteer translation for non-English speakers. This is not a guide on vocabulary or grammar; it is a deep dive…
The Hard Work of Clean Water: Beyond the Viral Moment | Impact Collective
In this episode of Impact Collective, host Codie Donnell dismantles the myth that social impact is defined by viral moments or simple acts of charity. Instead, she reveals the unglamorous, rigorous reality of sustainable development: the…
Blood Drives in Bakeries: Why Unconventional Spaces Save Lives | Impact Collective
This episode of Impact Collective explores the transformative power of unconventional spaces in philanthropy, specifically focusing on how hosting blood drives in bakeries and other community hubs can save lives while strengthening social…
The Quiet Revolution of Handwritten Letters to Isolated Elders | Impact Collective
In this episode of Impact Collective, host Codie Donnell explores the profound social impact of handwritten letters to isolated elders, offering a practical guide to combating loneliness through simple, tangible acts of kindness. This…
The Paperwork of Waiting: Why Foster Adoption Breaks Hearts | Impact Collective
In this powerful episode of Impact Collective, host Codie Donnell dismantles the bureaucratic barriers that prevent loving families from adopting children from foster care. The conversation explores the emotional and systemic toll of 'the…