In this episode, Co-founders of UI Charitable Todd Manwaring and Aaron Miller unpack the biggest mistake generous people make… and how to fix it.

Most workforce programs assume skills alone are enough to break poverty—but they overlook trauma, instability, and self-worth. Pawsperity proves otherwise, combining dog grooming training with holistic support to deliver 100% job placement and incomes that move families from crisis to stability.

Most people misunderstand poverty, reducing it to a lack of income while ignoring its deeper dimensions. Dr. Martin Burt reveals how the Poverty Stoplight redefines poverty through dignity, choice, and self-awareness—enabling families to eliminate it on their own terms.

The Other Side Academy defies national recidivism trends, helping former inmates stay drug-free, crime-free, and employed at unprecedented rates. This episode dissects how their peer-driven model and social enterprises are reshaping the future of rehabilitation.

Impact investing lets donors recycle their philanthropic capital by recovering funds for future giving. Beneficial Returns is proving this model works, backing social enterprises in Latin America and Southeast Asia with remarkable success.

Successful tech entrepreneur Luni Libes shares how his company Africa Eats is helping African entrepreneurs scale food and agriculture businesses that fight hunger, reduce waste, and lift farmers out of poverty—while staying profitable.

Most donors assume all charities help—but research shows the best can be 100x more effective. Todd Manwaring explains how shifting mindsets helps philanthropy create real change.