In this episode of the We Can't Do This Alone Podcast, discover how the 100 Strong giving circle is revolutionizing charitable giving in Central Ohio by making philanthropy accessible, low-commitment, and community-driven. Learn from founders Danielle, Krista, Susie, and Mary Beth how this organization is fostering trust, connection, and impact among women of diverse backgrounds. Takeaways: <ul class="css-2jiys3"> <li class= "root--v_1_44_0--hcxfpIUi bodyMedium--v_1_44_0--73AdKUte color-secondary-c200--v_1_44_0--RUo3R-S4"> How the group operates: low-cost membership, biannual meetings, and simple online giving through Grapevine</li> <li class= "root--v_1_44_0--hcxfpIUi bodyMedium--v_1_44_0--73AdKUte color-secondary-c200--v_1_44_0--RUo3R-S4"> The importance of transparency, trust, and community in philanthropy</li> <li class= "root--v_1_44_0--hcxfpIUi bodyMedium--v_1_44_0--73AdKUte color-secondary-c200--v_1_44_0--RUo3R-S4"> How this model attracts younger women and provides an accessible entry point into charitable giving</li> <li class= "root--v_1_44_0--hcxfpIUi bodyMedium--v_1_44_0--73AdKUte color-secondary-c200--v_1_44_0--RUo3R-S4"> Practical advice for starting your own giving circle or community-based fund</li> </ul> Links & Resources: <ul class="css-2jiys3"> <li class= "root--v_1_44_0--hcxfpIUi bodyMedium--v_1_44_0--73AdKUte color-secondary-c200--v_1_44_0--RUo3R-S4"> <a href="https://the100strongcentralohio.com/">The 100 Strong Foundation</a></li> <li class= "root--v_1_44_0--hcxfpIUi bodyMedium--v_1_44_0--73AdKUte color-secondary-c200--v_1_44_0--RUo3R-S4"> <a style= "font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Open Sans', 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif;" href="https://www.facebook.com/the100strongcentralohio/">100 Strong Foundation Facebook</a></li> <li class= "root--v_1_44_0--hcxfpIUi bodyMedium--v_1_44_0--73AdKUte color-secondary-c200--v_1_44_0--RUo3R-S4"> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/the100strongcentralohio/">!00 Strong Instagram</a></li> <li class= "root--v_1_44_0--hcxfpIUi bodyMedium--v_1_44_0--73AdKUte color-secondary-c200--v_1_44_0--RUo3R-S4"> <a href="https://www.victoriastraussfoundation.com/">Victoria Strauss Foundation</a></li> </ul> Connect with Erin Stizel: <ul> <li dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.instagram.com/erinmstitzel/">Instagram</a></li> <li dir="ltr"><a href= "https://wecantdothisalone.com/">Website</a></li> <li><a href= "https://www.linkedin.com/in/erinmstitzel/">LinkedIn</a></li> </ul>

We Can't Do This Alone is the podcast for philanthropy professionals who know that collaboration with allies isn't just helpful—it's essential.

Hosted by a seasoned heath care philanthropy professional, this show explores how partnership with key allies—physicians, nursing leaders, executives, and board members—can unlock greater giving, strengthen relationships, and drive transformational impact.

In each episode, we talk with those very allies and the philanthropy officers who've worked alongside them. You'll hear practical strategies, powerful success stories, and honest insights on how to work with key allies and to raise more money in partnership.

Whether you're a frontline fundraiser or executive looking to better understand the powerful impact of allyship in philanthropy, you will find value in hearing the firsthand accounts of allies who have partnered with philanthropy to raise significant funds for their organizations. 

Because in philanthropy… we can't do this alone.