46. Podcast Replay: As Seen On Pokes PodCAS - Jonathan McCoy, CFRE and Becky Endicott, CFRE
Listen to this episode
Overview
Take a peek behind the curtain as Jon and Becky sit down with their alma mater's podcast to talk about our early professional days, how we met, our favorite charities and what we're hoping to disrupt in the nonprofit space by launching We Are For Good (Don't worry, buddies. It's all positive!). We hope you'll enjoy this turning of the tables as we get placed on the hot seat...and still can't seem to take ourselves seriously.
“We believe in the power of philanthropy and how every person can be a part of it. Our business is about building a kindness revolution.”
Jon and Becky’s professional journeys
Starting We are for Good during a global pandemic
The process to launching the We are for Good Podcast
What has drawn Jon and Becky to the nonprofit world
Everyone has an interesting story, they just may not know what it is
The power of storytelling and becoming an active listener
Advice for listeners about starting a podcast or a business
What Jon and Becky wish more people knew about philanthropy
Causes near and dear to Jon and Becky’s hearts
Powerful Quotes:
“Becky and I bonded over missional work, and using our gifts and skills in that way.” -Jon
“We got to be a part of OSU at such a pivotal time.” -Jon
“People are searching for something that is uplifting and good. Our world is rip with division and hate, and we’re trying to move away from that place.” -Becky
“COVID has ushered in a lot of pain in the world, but there has been a lot of silver lining. For us, it further refined that this is the next step. We are building something that is fully remote and now more than ever we need new ideas.” -Jon
“It has been a gift to be a light during this time.” -Becky
“This is a chance to pivot. Everyone is stepping into the unknown.” -Jon
“I wanted to use my gifts to further good. It was at OSU Foundation that I knew I didn’t just want to be in design, I wanted to be in the philanthropy space.” -Jon
“There is no boring story out there. We can all be listeners to hear a great story. If you aren’t asking someone to tell their story, you are missing an opportunity.” -Becky
“We aren’t asking for just money. We are asking them to serve a need to bring more hope and healing into the world. Fundraisers are bridges between generous individuals and great need.” -Becky
