In this episode of the Giving Legends Podcast, we touch on what sets United Charitable and Athletes Charitable apart in the nonprofit space with the current CEO Julia Healey. Julia Healey shares her insights on breaking into philanthropy and the work she does to enable others to pursue their passions.

About the Hosts

The “Giving Legends” podcast is hosted by 9-year NFL vet Hannibal Navies and 15-year NFL vet & Super Bowl champion Charlie Batch. Both Hannibal and Charlie have been recognized off the field for creating community impact via their foundations – 360 Sports Academy (est. 2007) and Best of the Batch Foundation respectively (est. 1999). They have over 40 years of collective leadership experience in non-profit management/development and are excited to provide a platform that has the power to steward the next generation of Giving Legends.

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Nate Boyer talks about his journey from the military to pursuing his football dreams in the NFL as a long snapper. Now he’s pulling from both endeavors to foster post-career communities.

Nate Boyer is a former NFL long snapper, veteran, and co-founder of Merging Vets and Players (MVP), Nate’s journey is one of resilience, empathy, and leadership. With MVP, Nate has created a community where retired athletes and military veterans can come together, sharing their strengths and facing their vulnerabilities head-on. This episode delves into Nate’s unwavering commitment to fostering unity and purpose among those who have dedicated their lives to serving others—on and off the field. He shares his insights on the transformative power of teamwork and how it can be harnessed to support transition and growth in civilian life. 

Support Nate Boyer and Merging Vets and Players (MVP):

Nate Boyer (@nateboyer37) • Instagram photos and videos (https://www.instagram.com/nateboyer37/?hl=en)

Merging Vets and Players | Home (https://vetsandplayers.org/)

About the Hosts

The “Giving Legends” podcast is hosted by 9-year NFL vet Hannibal Navies and 15-year NFL vet & Super Bowl champion Charlie Batch. Both Hannibal and Charlie have been recognized off the field for creating community impact via their foundations – 360 Sports Academy (est. 2007) and Best of the Batch Foundation respectively (est. 1999). They have over 40 years of collective leadership experience in non-profit management/development and are excited to provide a platform that has the power to steward the next generation of Giving Legends.

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Our goal is to highlight influential people leveraging their platforms to drive impact and bring about positive change. We hope that our listeners are inspired by their stories and empowered with valuable insight into what it takes to be a Giving Legend. Tune in every other Thursday to hear impactful conversations about giving back!

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The MVP Journey: Nate Boyer’s Playbook for Post-Career Community

About the Episode

Dhani Jones is an accomplished former NFL linebacker, multipreneur, venture capitalist, media personality, and philanthropist among other things—the list goes on and on. He is currently serving as an ambassador for Stand Together and Café Momentum. With the support of the Stand Together Foundation, Café Momentum offers a 12-month internship program aimed at uplifting justice-involved youth. In this episode, Dhani touches on his desire to pour into something greater than himself and attributes his intrinsic benevolence to his career as a middle linebacker. He also speaks to the power of collaboration for young NFL players interested in giving back, but not necessarily starting their own foundation. Additionally, he gives thoughts on the changing landscape of college sports with the advent of NIL and the value of finding a coach in every stage of your life.

Support Dhani Jones

Dhani Jones (@d0057) • Instagram photos and videos

Dhani Jones | Facebook

Dhani Jones (@DhaniJones) / X (twitter.com)

Dhani Jones | LinkedIn

Stand Together Foundation & Café Momentum

Stand Together | A Non-Profit Philanthropic Community

Home – Café Momentum (cafemomentum.org)

Downtown Boxing Gym

Downtown Boxing Gym | Detroit Youth Boxing and Educational Program (dbgdetroit.org)

About the Hosts

The “Giving Legends” podcast is hosted by 9-year NFL vet Hannibal Navies and 15-year NFL vet & Super Bowl champion Charlie Batch. Both Hannibal and Charlie have been recognized off the field for creating community impact via their foundations – 360 Sports Academy (est. 2007) and Best of the Batch Foundation respectively (est. 1999). They have over 40 years of collective leadership experience in non-profit management/development and are excited to provide a platform that has the power to steward the next generation of Giving Legends.

Join Our Community of Giving Legends!

Our goal is to highlight influential people leveraging their platforms to drive impact and bring about positive change. We hope that our listeners are inspired by their stories and empowered with valuable insight into what it takes to be a Giving Legend. Tune in every other Thursday to hear impactful conversations about giving back!

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About the Episode

Michael Thomas is a current NFL Safety, NFLPA Player Representative, entrepreneur, and philanthropist. He leverages his “No Excuses” brand to bring awareness to social justice issues and fund scholarships for youth to pursue higher education. In this episode, he also dives into his advocacy for NFL player benefits, the value of seeking opportunities that will prepare players for life after sport, the importance of cultivating relationships with mentors who can share a blueprint for success, and what it means to extend your legacy beyond the game.

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Michael Thomas (@micheal31thomas) • Instagram Photos and Videos

Michael Thomas | Facebook

Twitter (@Michael31Thomas) / X (twitter.com) 

Aldine Sports Association

Aldine Sports Association (@aldinesportsassociation) • Instagram Photos and Videos

Camp Mike T (@campmiket) • Instagram photos and videos

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No Excuses Shop

No Excuses Shop

About the Hosts

The “Giving Legends” podcast is hosted by 9-year NFL vet Hannibal Navies and 15-year NFL vet & Super Bowl champion Charlie Batch. Both Hannibal and Charlie have been recognized off the field for creating community impact via their foundations – 360 Sports Academy (est. 2007) and Best of the Batch Foundation respectively (est. 1999). They have over 40 years of collective leadership experience in non-profit management/development and are excited to provide a platform that has the power to steward the next generation of Giving Legends.

Join Our Community of Giving Legends!

Our goal is to highlight influential people leveraging their platforms to drive impact and bring about positive change. We hope that our listeners are inspired by their stories and empowered with valuable insight into what it takes to be a Giving Legend. Tune in every other Thursday to hear impactful conversations about giving back!

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About the Episode

Tory Dandy serves as Managing Partner and Co-head of CAA Football, a division of the #1 Sports and Entertainment Agency in the world. You may know him as a “super-agent” representing All-pro players such as AJ Brown, Deebo Samuel, and DK Metcalf among others. But he sees himself as much more than a “contract guy” investing much of his energy into mentoring young players and expanding the impact of the Tory Dandy Foundation whose mission is to equip youth with the skills to succeed in life. In this episode, he addresses the responsibility of athletes to give back and emphasizes the importance of being an All-pro person off the field. He also discusses his experience in the sports industry and reveals what contributed to his success as an agent.

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TD (@tdandy1) • Instagram photos and videos

Tory Dandy (@ToryDandy) / X (twitter.com)

Tory Dandy | Facebook

Tory Dandy Foundation

Tory Dandy Foundation (torydandyfoundation.org)

About the Hosts

The “Giving Legends” podcast is hosted by 9-year NFL vet Hannibal Navies and 15-year NFL vet & Super Bowl champion Charlie Batch. Both Hannibal and Charlie have been recognized off the field for creating community impact via their foundations – 360 Sports Academy (est. 2007) and Best of the Batch Foundation respectively (est. 1999). They have over 40 years of collective leadership experience in non-profit management/development and are excited to provide a platform that has the power to steward the next generation of Giving Legends.

Join Our Community of Giving Legends!

Our goal is to highlight influential people leveraging their platforms to drive impact and bring about positive change. We hope that our listeners are inspired by their stories and empowered with valuable insight into what it takes to be a Giving Legend. Tune in every other Thursday to hear impactful conversations about giving back!

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About the Episode

Tamala Jones is a film and television actress best known for her roles in Booty Call, Castle, and the Wood among others. What you may not be familiar with is her passion for uplifting troubled youth by encouraging them to put their energy into something that makes them “feel whole”. In this episode, we also dive into how she got her start in acting, her transition from comedic to dramatic roles, the realities of the acting business, and advice to women entering the industry. She also previews her new movie, Ordinary Angels—a faith-based film chronicling the true story of a woman who galvanizes a community to rally around the family of a widowed father caring for two daughters, one of whom needs a life-saving liver transplant.

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TAMALA RENEÉ JONES (@tamjones1) • Instagram photos and videos

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TAMALA RENEÉ JONES | Facebook

Ordinary Angels- IN THEATRES NATIONWIDE FEB. 23

Ordinary Angels (2024) Trailer – Hilary Swank, Alan Ritchson, Nancy Travis, Tamala Jones (youtube.com)

About the Hosts

The “Giving Legends” podcast is hosted by 9-year NFL vet Hannibal Navies and 15-year NFL vet & Super Bowl champion Charlie Batch. Both Hannibal and Charlie have been recognized off the field for creating community impact via their own foundations – 360 Sports Academy (est. 2007) and Best of the Batch Foundation respectively (est. 1999). They have over 40 years of collective leadership experience in non-profit management/development and are excited to provide a platform that has the power to steward the next generation of Giving Legends.

Join Our Community of Giving Legends!

Our goal is to highlight people of influence who are leveraging their platforms to drive impact and bring about positive change. We hope that our listeners are inspired by their stories and empowered with valuable insight into what it takes to be a Giving Legend. Tune in every other Thursday to hear impactful conversations around the topic of giving back!

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About the Episode

Robert Irvine is a world-renowned chef, serial entrepreneur, and philanthropist. What separates him from most is that a portion of the proceeds from each of his ventures are contributed to the Robert Irvine Foundation whose mission is to support and strengthen the physical and mental well-being of our service members, veterans, first responders, and their families. In this episode, he talks about what we can do to serve those who serve us, including supporting the Chef for Vets initiative led by Heritage Gear & Hunger Related Events in collaboration with NFL Legends and renowned chefs. 50% of the proceeds from Heritage Gear bag purchases completed by February 14th, 2024, will be donated to the Robert Irvine Foundation to help tackle veteran food insecurity. Tune in to hear more about that and Robert’s upbringing/Royal Navy background, how he developed a passion for food, why he uses his platform to give back, and more!

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Robert Irvine (@chefirvine) • Instagram photos and videos

Robert Irvine (@RobertIrvine) / X (twitter.com)

Robert Irvine | Facebook

Robert Irvine | LinkedIn

Robert Irvine – Official Website for Chef Robert Irvine (chefirvine.com)

Chefs for Vets:

Chefs for Vets – Heritage Gear

Robert Irvine Foundation:

Robert Irvine Foundation | Giving Back to the Military and First Responders

Robert Irvine Foundation (@robertirvinefoundation) • Instagram photos and videos

https://www.linkedin.com/company/robert-irvine-foundation

About the Hosts

The “Giving Legends” podcast is hosted by 9-year NFL vet Hannibal Navies and 15-year NFL vet & Super Bowl champion Charlie Batch. Both Hannibal and Charlie have been recognized off the field for creating community impact via their own foundations – 360 Sports Academy (est. 2007) and Best of the Batch Foundation respectively (est. 1999). They have over 40 years of collective leadership experience in non-profit management/development and are excited to provide a platform that has the power to steward the next generation of Giving Legends.

Join Our Community of Giving Legends!

Our goal is to highlight people of influence who are leveraging their platforms to drive impact and bring about positive change. We hope that our listeners are inspired by their stories and empowered with valuable insight into what it takes to be a Giving Legend. Tune in every other Thursday to hear impactful conversations around the topic of giving back!

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About the Episode

Stevie Baggs is a multi-hyphenate athlete, actor, author, philanthropist, and motivational speaker. His 10-year football career spanning 11 different teams was characterized by determination and resiliency, which fueled his personal growth into someone “Greater Than the Game—the title of his first book. He has since led the CETA Foundation for over 20 years with the goal of empowering disenfranchised communities and encouraging personal autonomy. In this episode, Stevie discusses his desire to leverage his experiences in the sports and entertainment industries to make a difference in the life of others. We also dive into the importance of defining your “why”, continually seeking knowledge, and understanding the value of mentorship.

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@steviebaggsjr on all social platforms!

Stevie Baggs Jr. | LinkedIn

Greater Than the Game by Stevie Baggs Jr. | Goodreads

CETA Foundation Website/Instagram:

CETA Foundation

CETA Foundation Inc. (@cetafoundation) • Instagram photos and videos

About the Hosts

The “Giving Legends” podcast is hosted by 9-year NFL vet Hannibal Navies and 15-year NFL vet & Super Bowl champion Charlie Batch. Both Hannibal and Charlie have been recognized off the field for creating community impact via their own foundations – 360 Sports Academy (est. 2007) and Best of the Batch Foundation respectively (est. 1999). They have over 40 years of collective leadership experience in non-profit management/development and are excited to provide a platform that has the power to steward the next generation of Giving Legends.

Join Our Community of Giving Legends!

Our goal is to highlight people of influence who are leveraging their platforms to drive impact and bring about positive change. We hope that our listeners are inspired by their stories and empowered with valuable insight into what it takes to be a Giving Legend. Tune in every other Thursday to hear impactful conversations around the topic of giving back!

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About the Episode

Rennie Curran is a Georgia football legend and former professional athlete who has successfully transitioned into a career as an author, keynote speaker, leadership coach and philanthropist. Given his background as the son of Liberian immigrants and the “undersized” moniker he was often labeled with, Rennie categorizes himself as an outlier. He gives credit for the realization of his dreams to his faith and the people who have poured into him—his family, coaches, and mentors. Therefore, he feels a sense of obligation to “leverage [his] past lessons to help [others] achieve success”. In this episode, Rennie describes his passion for helping people reach their full potential, explains his approach to relationship building, and acknowledges the value of authenticity. He also details the challenges he has faced throughout his journey and shares the perspective he has gained in the process.

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@RennieCurran on all social platforms!

Rennie Curran | LinkedIn

Motivational Keynote Speaker | Leadership Coach – Rennie Curran

Rennie Curran – YouTube

The Game Changers Foundation Website/Instagram:

The Game Changers Foundation – Building Athletes Into Leaders | Atlanta (gamechangersfoundationga.org)

The Game Changers Foundation (@thegcfga) • Instagram photos and videos

About the Hosts

The “Giving Legends” podcast is hosted by 9-year NFL vet Hannibal Navies and 15-year NFL vet & Super Bowl champion Charlie Batch. Both Hannibal and Charlie have been recognized off the field for creating community impact via their own foundations – 360 Sports Academy (est. 2007) and Best of the Batch Foundation respectively (est. 1999). They have over 40 years of collective leadership experience in non-profit management/development and are excited to provide a platform that has the power to steward the next generation of Giving Legends.

Join Our Community of Giving Legends!

Our goal is to highlight people of influence who are leveraging their platforms to drive impact and bring about positive change. We hope that our listeners are inspired by their stories and empowered with valuable insight into what it takes to be a Giving Legend. Tune in every other Thursday to hear impactful conversations around the topic of giving back!

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About the Episode

Agusta native Deon Grant admittedly came from humble beginnings yet garnered immense success throughout his 12-year career as an NFL safety that culminated in a Super Bowl XLVI Championship win. However, he never lost touch with the Southside Augusta projects he once called home, finding peace in being a source of inspiration and motivation to youth facing the same pressures he did growing up. The desire to become deeply entrenched and pour into the communities he is a part of has stuck with him. In this episode Deon reveals his passions outside of football, which include his roles as founder of the Grant Foundation, a Captain for the Trust powered by the NFLPA, and an owner/partner/advisor in multiple business ventures.

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Deon Grant | LinkedIn

GRANT (Greatness Requires All Necessary Tools) Foundation Instagram:

Deon Grant Foundation (@grantfoundation_1) • Instagram photos and videos

About the Hosts

The “Giving Legends” podcast is hosted by 9-year NFL vet Hannibal Navies and 15-year NFL vet & Super Bowl champion Charlie Batch. Both Hannibal and Charlie have been recognized off the field for creating community impact via their own foundations – 360 Sports Academy (est. 2007) and Best of the Batch Foundation respectively (est. 1999). They have over 40 years of collective leadership experience in non-profit management/development and are excited to provide a platform that has the power to steward the next generation of Giving Legends.

Join Our Community of Giving Legends!

Our goal is to highlight people of influence who are leveraging their platforms to drive impact and bring about positive change. We hope that our listeners are inspired by their stories and empowered with valuable insight into what it takes to be a Giving Legend. Tune in every other Thursday to hear impactful conversations around the topic of giving back!

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We want to hear from you! Leave a comment on the @givinglegendspodcast Instagram page detailing what inspired you most about today’s conversation or share the work you are doing to build your own “giving legacy”. Don’t forget to #GivingisLegendary for a chance to be featured on our account!

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