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The Patterson Foundation drives meaningful change through strategic philanthropy by building relationships, fostering collaboration, and sharing knowledge. Moving beyond its weekly blog posts, the Foundation offers Beyond The Blog podcasts to inform and engage listeners while sharing compelling stories of people, organizations, and communities strengthened by its initiatives. Listen to Beyond The Blog podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and iHeartRadio.

  1. 15h ago

    Taking Fundraising to the Next Level with Fueling Dynamic Fundraising and Rebekah Prieto

    What happens after you complete Fueling Dynamic Fundraising? Rebekah Prieto, Director of Development and Marketing at Parenting Matters, joins the Nonprofit Thrivability Podcast to share how the program helped her organization strengthen its fundraising infrastructure and put new strategies into action. Rebekah discusses what she learned through Fueling Dynamic Fundraising, from donor stewardship and board engagement to annual planning and building a case for support. She also shares how the program’s ongoing education and one-on-one consulting helped Parenting Matters develop a major donor program, strengthen donor relationships, and create a more intentional approach to fundraising. Hear how Parenting Matters turned the lessons from Fueling Dynamic Fundraising into systems and strategies that continue to shape the organization more than a year later.  Timestamps  00:39 What is Fueling Dynamic Fundraising?01:27 Why Rebekah chose to participate02:42 What an experienced fundraiser relearned03:51 Helping board members engage in fundraising08:54 The value of one-on-one fundraising consulting11:58 Donor stewardship, case for support, and annual planning13:47 Building an intentional fundraising calendar18:09 Creating a culture of philanthropy across the organization20:28 Rebekah’s biggest accomplishments since the program21:32 How Parenting Matters’ fundraising has changedConnect Beyond The Blog Rebekah Prieto on LinkedIn Links to learn more Blog: Building the Foundation for Stronger Fundraising Want to hear more? Follow us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, iHeartRadio, or visit us Beyond The Blog! Join The Journey

  2. Aug 10

    Abraham Lincoln and Frederick Douglass: Beth Duda on A Walk to Respect

    On this episode of Civic Sparks, Leah Verier-Dunn and Beth Duda, Director of the Suncoast Campaign for Grade Level Reading and playwright, talked about the acclaimed one-act play,Abraham Lincoln and Frederick Douglass: A Walk to Respect.  A staged reading and powerful theatrical experience, Beth and Leah discuss the impact of this opportunity to look back at our country’s history through an artistic lens that provides space to take a deeper dive.  Abraham Lincoln and Frederick Douglass had opposing views and lived very different lives, but through deep listening and consideration, they found themselves at the meeting place of respect. This effort led to an unsuspecting friendship, and Beth’s discovery of this friendship inspired the crafting of A Walk to Respect. Timestamps  00:00 Introduction00:44 How A Walk to Respect Began05:12 Lincoln and Douglass: Different Views, Mutual Respect09:36 What Makes the Play Unique10:49 The Post-Show Discussion Experience13:11 How Audiences Have Responded16:29 Creating Conversation Without Blame18:09 Where the Play Goes Next20:38 What Lincoln and Douglass Can Teach Us TodayLinks to Learn More Abraham Lincoln and Frederick Douglass: A Walk to Respect Voter Education Initiative Ticket Information for A Walk To Respect Want to hear more? Follow us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, iHeartRadio, or visit us Beyond The Blog! Join The Journey

  3. Aug 5

    Shaping A Shared Future: Cheri Coryea on Growing Together in North River Manatee County

    Growing Together: North River Manatee County highlights the people, partnerships, and possibilities shaping the future of North River. Each episode shares real stories and local insights that reveal what matters most to residents and how communities grow stronger by listening and working together. In this episode of Growing Together: North River Manatee County, host Alicia Chalmers talks with Cheri Coryea, initiative lead for the Aspirations to Actions initiative at The Patterson Foundation. Together, they discuss Cheri’s deep roots in North River and her public‑service leadership. We offer a thoughtful look at community growth, collaboration, and trust. We explore the history and rapid expansion of North River and the multi‑year partnership among the Bishop Parker Foundation, The Patterson Foundation, and The Harwood Institute for Public Innovation a long‑term effort to strengthen civic culture and support residents in shaping a shared future. Whether you live, work, or play in North River, this podcast invites you into meaningful conversations about where we are and how we can grow together. Timestamps 00:55 – About North River and Its Growth3:07 – Investing in North River with The Harwood Institute and the Bishop Parker Foundation 10:31 – Lessons from the Growing Together in North River Manatee County Report16:25 – Why Meaningful Community Change Takes Time18:07 – How You Can Get Involved and Help Shape the FutureLinks to Learn More  North River Manatee County Initiative Description North River Manatee County Harwood Report Want to hear more? Follow us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, iHeartRadio, or visit us Beyond The Blog! Join The Journey

  4. Jul 7

    Partnerships Rooted in People, Purpose, and Possibility with Rich Harwood

    In a recent Beyond The Blog podcast, Debra Jacobs, President and CEO of The Patterson Foundation, speaks with Rich Harwood, President and Founder of The Harwood Institute for Public Innovation, a nonprofit advancing positive community action by inspiring people and communities to turn outward.  Working with Rich Harwood and The Harwood Institute for more than a decade, The Patterson Foundation has provided the community with an additional tool for changing how it approaches challenges and developing innovative, collaborative partnerships that might not otherwise form. Through its Aspirations to Actions work in DeSoto County and North River Manatee County, as well as its book circles series, the Foundation has helped introduce new ways of thinking and working together. Most interestingly, Debra and Rich pull back the curtains and share how the alignment of leadership, willingness, readiness, capacity, and culture amongst their two organizations has been critical to a successful and evolving partnership.  What You'll Learn in This Conversation: Why people-centered approaches help communities move from identifying challenges to taking meaningful action together.How alignment in leadership, culture, readiness, and shared values has sustained a successful partnership between The Patterson Foundation and The Harwood Institute for more than a decade.The meaningful impact and ripple effects that can emerge when organizations invest in community-driven relationships, collaboration, and public innovation.Timestamps  2:03 – Why TPF and Harwood Have Worked Together for More Than a Decade3:36 – The Harwood Approach Explained6:52 – What Communities Across the Country Have in Common: Lessons from DeSoto, Alamance, Reading, and Beyond 9:18 – How Harwood Practices Took Root in DeSoto and North River10:35 – Shifting from Problems to Possibilities19:20 – Why We Created Book Circles Instead of Book Clubs23:11 – How Debra Jacobs and Rich Harwood Met25:19 – A Real-World Example of Partnership in Action27:25 – The Truth About Long-Term Partnerships: Highs, Lows, and GrowthLinks to Learn More  The Harwood InstituteDeSoto County Coming Together: Unleashing the Community’s Potential (2024)Growing Together in North River Manatee County: Shaping a Shared FutureBlog: The Power of Partnerships To Create Meaningful ImpactConnect Beyond The Blog Rich Harwood The Harwood Institute Want to hear more? Follow us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, iHeartRadio, or visit us Beyond The Blog! Join The Journey

  5. Jun 22

    Engaging Young Readers: From Summer Slide to Summer Success with Ben Tollefson

    On this episode of Connecting Communities, host Leah Verier-Dunn sat with Ben Tollefson, consultant with The Patterson Foundation, to discuss the Suncoast Campaign for Grade Level Reading’s THIS BOOK IS COOL! program.  The summer slide is a real concern, particularly for our asset-limited families. Research spanning more than a century has shown that students can experience academic learning loss over the summer when they are not engaged in educational activities. These losses can widen existing achievement gaps, making it even more difficult for students to stay on track academically. Without intervention, students may fall further behind year after year. SCGLR creates opportunities to prevent the “summer slide” and help close the achievement gap. Timestamps  00:30 – Meet THIS BOOK IS COOL! 01:28 – How a Simple Idea Became THIS BOOK IS COOL! 04:09 – Combating the Summer Slide Through Reading 06:59 – Who the Program Serves and Why It Matters 09:36 – What’s Inside a THIS BOOK IS COOL! Backpack 16:48 – Getting Started: Ben’s Tips for Families Links to Learn More  Season of Sharing (Community Foundation of Sarasota) THIS BOOK IS COOL! Webisode Library Suncoast Campaign for Grade Level Reading (SCGLR) Want to hear more? Follow us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, iHeartRadio, or visit us Beyond The Blog! Join The Journey

  6. Jun 18

    Voter Education and Civic Responsibility: Why The Patterson Foundation Cares

    In this episode of Civic Sparks, host Leah Verier-Dunn talks with Debra Jacobs, President and CEO of The Patterson Foundation, about why TPF cares about investing in civic responsibility. Together, they discuss the history of The Patterson Foundation and its continued commitment to knowledge sharing and widespread participation.  Identifying that voting is perhaps the most important place to encourage widespread participation.  Listeners will hear about: TPF’s voter education effortsVoting resourcesWhy TPF caresThis conversation addresses the need to remove barriers, make resources accessible, and demystify the voting process to encourage more turnout at the polls.  Timestamps  00:00 Introduction to Civic Sparks and voter education00:43 The Patterson family history and connection to civic responsibility04:46 How census work led to the voter education initiative08:42 How civic responsibility strengthens people and communities11:37 Encouraging widespread participation in voting13:54 Why every vote matters15:13 Voting resources and making election information easier to understand17:19 Removing the chaos from election season18:43 You do not have to vote on every item to participate meaningfully20:16 Sharing voter education resources through community partners22:20 Voting as a way to build the society we want23:52 Multilingual voter education resources and county-specific information24:20 Voting matters at every age25:36 Closing thoughts and call to learn moreLinks to Learn More  The Patterson Foundation’s Voter Education Initiative The League of Women Voters Vote411.org Flyer in English Flyer in Spanish Blog: Engaging Voters: Why The Patterson Foundation Promotes Civic Responsibility Want to hear more? Follow us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, iHeartRadio, or visit us Beyond The Blog! Join The Journey

  7. May 26

    Nonprofit Is a Tax Status, Not a Business Plan: Rick Yocum on Margin & Mission Ignition

    In this episode of the Nonprofit Thrivability Series of Beyond The Blog, a Podcast by The Patterson Foundation, host Read Corley talks with Rick Yocum, executive director of the Humane Society of Manatee County, about his experience with Margin & Mission Ignition. Rick shares how the program helped his team focus its veterinary clinic around community needs, build a stronger business plan, and keep every decision tied to the organization’s mission. He also discusses the role of board and staff buy-in, listening to the public, expanding dermatology services, and using clinic revenue to support the shelter and keep more pets with the families who love them. Timestamps  00:00 Introduction to Rick Yocum and Margin & Mission Ignition01:29 The first Margin & Mission Ignition venture03:14 Listening to staff, board members, volunteers, and the public06:02 Investing in staff and capacity to grow clinic revenue08:38 Tracking impact beyond dollars10:02 Expanding into dermatology services11:40 Nonprofit is a tax status, not a business plan14:56 Why board involvement mattered from the beginning18:20 The waves created by Margin & Mission Ignition23:23 Rick’s advice: be open and transparent with stakeholdersLinks to Learn More  Margin & Mission IgnitionHumane Society of Manatee CountyBlog: How Margin & Mission Ignition Helped the Humane Society of Manatee County Grow With PurposeWant to hear more? Follow us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, iHeartRadio, or visit us Beyond The Blog! Join The Journey

  8. May 14

    Ericia Henry Reflects on Gaining Confidence, Courage, and Connections During Her TPF Fellowship

    In a recent Beyond The Blog podcast, Debra Jacobs, President and CEO of The Patterson Foundation, speaks with Ericia Henry, TPF Fellow 2024/26, right before she launches to the Kiwanis International Headquarters. Both reflect on her TPF Fellowship experience and what happens when someone actually leans into possibility even when it’s uncomfortable. In this conversation, you'll…. Hear what it really looks like to choose courage over comfort because Ericia doesn’t sugarcoat the unknowns, she walks through the fear, the decision-making, and what it takes to say yes anyway.Get an inside look at the TPF Fellowship experience, not just the structure, but how it actually stretches you, builds new skills, and shapes who you become along the way.Walk away with a clearer sense of what can happen when you explore possibilities for your own path. Whether you’re considering the Fellowship or just navigating your next step, her journey sparks that “what if I did it too?” feeling.  Timestamps  1:18 - About Fellowship3:53 - About Ercia Henry 4:11 - Indiana University Southeast 5:40 - Learning About The Fellowship Through Avery Crews Prado de Lima6:15 - Getting to Know TPF Through the internship with Neurochallenge8:27 - TPF’s Immersive Impact: Through Engagement, Experience, and  Expertise (Aka Study Away)9:48 - The Flexibility & Opportunity of The Fellow Day-to-Day Experience 11:20 - Developing Intellectual Muscles & Connections While at TPF13:17: Learning To Work High Level with Intention, Strategy, and Organization 15:40 - Ericia’s Plans to Make the World a Better Place16:43 - Launching to Kiwanis International in Indianapolis, Indiana, as Steewardship and Engagement  Officer  17:45 - Reconnecting and Reconvening Fellows During TPF Beyond19:41 - Why Apply to be a Fellow?Links to Learn More  About Ericia HenryThe Patterson Foundation FellowshipBlog: Reflecting on Ericia Henry's Confidence and Courage Throughout Her TPF FellowshipJoin The Journey

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The Patterson Foundation drives meaningful change through strategic philanthropy by building relationships, fostering collaboration, and sharing knowledge. Moving beyond its weekly blog posts, the Foundation offers Beyond The Blog podcasts to inform and engage listeners while sharing compelling stories of people, organizations, and communities strengthened by its initiatives. Listen to Beyond The Blog podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and iHeartRadio.

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    The Patterson Foundation
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    115
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