
Giving Voices
If you want to hear real, relatable stories about the challenges & joys, dilemmas & successes behind and inherent in philanthropy, this podcast is for you. No jargon, no frills – just honest conversations with and about people who are working to make a difference in the world.
Join Philanthropy Advisor Stefanie Borsari and the Giving Voices listening community for geek-out sessions with philanthropists, donors, board members of private foundations, and their advisors.
And if you have a story to share, reach out at hello@givingvoicespodcast.com. I'd love to talk with you!
Giving Voices
Because of Relationships: Valerie Kind-Rubin, Managing Trustee, Patricia Kind Family Foundation
Valerie Kind-Rubin is simultaneously a daughter, a sister, a mother, a wife, an aunt, a sister-in-law, and Managing Trustee of the Patricia Kind Family Foundation. Patience, humility, and her careful attention to and passion for relationships contribute to her success in navigating the complexity of being both a family member and the executive leader of the private foundation her mom founded in 1996. In this episode, Valerie describes her challenges, satisfaction, and joy in helping the foundation face and agree on a decision about its future.
Bonus: Shame on us - at the beginning of our dialogue, Valerie and I obliquely reference "Ron" without any additional context. We mean Ron Toles, Founder and Executive Director of the small but mighty Ordinarie Heroes. Check out -- and prepare to be be inspired by -- this grassroots organization's powerful dedication to improving the lives of young people.
Do you have a story to share? Reach out at hello@givingvoicespodcast.com. I'd love to talk with you!
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Artwork by Justin Novick
Special Thanks to Daya Ottley