Ennoble | A True Charity Podcast

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A podcast of True Charity where we explore effective charity practices and policies, uncovering innovative strategies and success stories that celebrate dignity. From the dust of poverty to the seat of nobility, let's embark on another empowering journey together.

  1. Find Your People: Why the True Charity Summit Is the Ultimate Event To Ignite Effective Compassion

    1D AGO

    Find Your People: Why the True Charity Summit Is the Ultimate Event To Ignite Effective Compassion

    Hear directly from church and nonprofit leaders across the country about why the True Charity Summit has become the premier national gathering for those committed to practicing effective, dignity-centered charity. This special feature explores how the Summit brings together like-minded practitioners for meaningful connection, practical training, and renewed clarity around relational approaches to poverty alleviation—equipping leaders to move beyond handouts toward lasting transformation. You’ll Learn: Why leaders practicing effective compassion often feel isolated—and how the True Charity Summit creates meaningful communityWhat makes the Summit different from traditional conferences, with a focus on relationships, practical tools, and ongoing connectionHow attending the Summit equips church and nonprofit leaders to implement dignity-centered, relational charity with confidenceMemorable Quotes: “The Summit is a place where you find like-minded people in one place who are doing your work.”“It’s not just a shot in the arm—it’s new relationships and new direction that last well beyond the conference.”What’s Next?  If you’ve been at it alone, are ready to turn the corner, and want to learn proven models for effective charity, join us in Jacksonville Beach, April 22–24, 2026. We can’t wait to see you there!Already planning to attend? Share this with someone who needs to join you this year. And remind them they don’t need to wait until April to get connected — they can join the True Charity Network today!This educational content is just the tip of the iceberg for practical resources available through the True Charity Network. Check out how it can help you learn, connect, and influence here. Already a member? Access all your benefits through the member portal.

    6 min
  2. One Young Momma at a Time

    3D AGO

    One Young Momma at a Time

    ANEW Ministries of Northwest Indiana supports young mothers by championing dignity over dependency, equipping local churches and communities through weekly mentoring, intentional relationship-based programs, and proven strategies that promote long-term self-sufficiency. You’ll Learn: Why consistent relationships, not grand gestures, produce the most lasting change in charity workHow ANEW’s mentoring-based model prevents unhealthy dependency while restoring dignityPractical ways churches and nonprofits can engage young mothers through low-pressure connection points that lead to deeper transformationMemorable Quotes:  “Transformation happens when a church doesn’t just care about her, but commits to walking with her.”“By prioritizing being with rather than doing for, ANEW helps young moms move from survival to flourishing.”What's Next? Dig deeper into effective charity and dignity-centered poverty alleviation on our YouTube Channel.Want to join or support the movement? Discover how True Charity members are shaping a movement that empowers individuals to break free from dependent poverty and journey towards a more flourishing life. Thank you for listening! If this episode encouraged you, please leave a review—it helps more people find the show. This educational content is just the tip of the iceberg for practical resources available through the True Charity Network. Check out how it can help you learn, connect, and influence here. Already a member? Access all your benefits through the member portal.

    8 min
  3. Learned Helplessness: The Hidden Barrier to Escaping Poverty

    FEB 2

    Learned Helplessness: The Hidden Barrier to Escaping Poverty

    Why do some people remain trapped in poverty, even when real opportunities exist to move forward? In this episode, we explore learned helplessness, a powerful psychological barrier that quietly keeps individuals stuck in cycles of chronic poverty. Through a real-life story of transformation, you’ll hear why dignity-centered, relational support is essential for long-term change. You'll learn:  Why learned helplessness develops and how it silently traps people in povertyThree practical, relational strategies charities and churches can use to help people regain agencyHow encouragement, coaching, and vision can help individuals move toward a flourishing lifeMemorable Quotes:  “When people have learned that effort doesn’t matter, they stop trying—even when escape is possible.”“Learned helplessness can be unlearned when someone walks alongside you with hope, patience, and belief.”What's Next? Dig deeper into Learned Helplessness on our YouTube Channel.Not a member? Discover how True Charity members are shaping a movement that empowers individuals to break free from dependent poverty and journey towards a more flourishing life.   Thank you for listening! If this episode encouraged you, please leave a review—it helps more people find the show. This educational content is just the tip of the iceberg for practical resources available through the True Charity Network. Check out how it can help you learn, connect, and influence here. Already a member? Access all your benefits through the member portal.

    6 min
  4. Leading Through Change: Lessons from Hope Counseling Center’s Bold Switch

    JAN 12

    Leading Through Change: Lessons from Hope Counseling Center’s Bold Switch

    What do you do when a government policy change makes your charity's mission obsolete overnight? This was the reality for Faith Community Health when Medicaid expansion caused their patient base to collapse. Instead of closing their doors, Executive Director Kyle David led a courageous transformation to address a new, urgent gap in the community: affordable mental health care. In this episode, we explore how knowing your data and being outcomes-driven empowered a struggling clinic to rebrand as Hope Counseling Center, ultimately expanding its impact far beyond what was thought possible  You'll Learn:  How to recognize when the status quo is no longer sustainable and why "mission drift" is different from strategic transformation aligned with community needsWhy you must use metrics to build a case for change rather than guessing about your next moveHow Hope Counseling Center differs from traditional models by focusing on "working themselves out of a job" and graduating clients rather than retaining them indefinitely Memorable Quotes: “Charitable efforts should be outcomes-driven, which means knowing and analyzing your metrics and using them to drive change rather than guessing about your next move.” — Kyle David“Our goal is to work ourselves out of a job.” — Kyle David What's Next? Learn to practice effective, Biblical charity on our YouTube Channel. Share this resource with your friends, family, and co-workers. Are you a charity practitioner, ministry worker, or volunteer with a heart for the poor? Discover how True Charity network members are shaping a movement that empowers individuals to break free from dependent poverty and journey towards a more flourishing life.Thank you for listening! If this episode encouraged you, please leave a review—it helps more people find the show. Episode image source: Hope Counseling Center in Branson, MO This educational content is just the tip of the iceberg for practical resources available through the True Charity Network. Check out how it can help you learn, connect, and influence here. Already a member? Access all your benefits through the member portal.

    8 min
  5. What’s the Best Way to Help a Panhandler?

    JAN 5

    What’s the Best Way to Help a Panhandler?

    What’s the best way to help a panhandler? Learn why giving cash often makes things worse and explore three practical alternatives that provide real help and long-term hope. You'll learn: Why giving cash to panhandlers often reinforces harmful incentives rather than alleviates true needThree practical, relational alternatives that offer real help without fueling dependencyMemorable Quotes: “Paying someone to stand on a corner only incentivizes standing on a corner.”“If what we give actually harms the person we’re trying to help, then anything doesn’t help.”What's Next? Learn to practice effective, biblical compassion on our YouTube Channel. Share this resource with your friends, family, and co-workers. Are you a charity practitioner, ministry worker, or volunteer with a heart for the poor? Discover how True Charity network members are shaping a movement that empowers individuals to break free from dependent poverty and journey toward a more flourishing life.Thank you for listening! If this episode encouraged you, please leave a review — it helps more people find the show. This educational content is just the tip of the iceberg for practical resources available through the True Charity Network. Check out how it can help you learn, connect, and influence here. Already a member? Access all your benefits through the member portal.

    5 min
  6. 4 High-Impact Ways Your Church Can Serve the Poor

    12/29/2025

    4 High-Impact Ways Your Church Can Serve the Poor

    How can churches effectively serve the poor? Learn four biblical strategies that move beyond short-term charity to lasting change and flourishing. You'll learn: Why traditional charity efforts fall shortHow churches are uniquely positioned to serve the poor relationally and sustainablyFour practical strategies churches can use to mobilize members, partner with ministries, and develop long-term pathways out of povertyMemorable Quotes: “The church is best equipped to implement real solutions.” “Simple provision of material goods isn’t the pressing need for people in poverty—relationships, connections, and skills development are far more useful.”What's Next? Learn to practice effective, Biblical charity on our YouTube Channel. Share this resource with your friends, family, and co-workers. Are you a charity practitioner, ministry worker, or volunteer with a heart for the poor? Discover how True Charity network members are shaping a movement that empowers individuals to break free from dependent poverty and journey towards a more flourishing life.  Thank you for listening! If this episode encouraged you, please leave a review—it helps more people find the show. This educational content is just the tip of the iceberg for practical resources available through the True Charity Network. Check out how it can help you learn, connect, and influence here. Already a member? Access all your benefits through the member portal.

    8 min
  7. How to Change Things When Change is Hard: A Bird’s Eye View on the Book Switch by Chip and Dan Heath

    12/12/2025

    How to Change Things When Change is Hard: A Bird’s Eye View on the Book Switch by Chip and Dan Heath

    Whether you’re seeking change in your own life, guiding others through their personal transformation, building buy-in for organizational programs, or helping your community rethink how to address poverty, Switch provides a practical framework for making change stick. Switch can be purchased at Amazon. If you purchase the book through this link, True Charity will earn a small amount as an Amazon Associate. This educational content is just the tip of the iceberg for practical resources available through the True Charity Network. Check out how it can help you learn, connect, and influence here. Already a member? Access all your benefits through the member portal.

    9 min
  8. The Key to Effective Charity: Image is Everything

    12/10/2025

    The Key to Effective Charity: Image is Everything

    What does it mean to help the poor with dignity? Discover how the biblical idea of being made in God's image (imago Dei) changes the way we fight poverty effectively. This educational content is just the tip of the iceberg for practical resources available through the True Charity Network. Check out how it can help you learn, connect, and influence here. Already a member? Access all your benefits through the member portal.

    10 min
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A podcast of True Charity where we explore effective charity practices and policies, uncovering innovative strategies and success stories that celebrate dignity. From the dust of poverty to the seat of nobility, let's embark on another empowering journey together.

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