In this episode, we explore how education can be a powerful force for community transformation. Learn how Edify International is using microfinance to support private Christian schools across Africa and Latin America, creating sustainable impact at a remarkably low cost. We also dive into the inspiring story of Atlanta Youth Academy and discuss whether churches should broaden how they consider their involvement in local service.

On this episode of the Simple Charity Podcast, we got to dive into the inspiring story of Griffin Storm and Nicholas Hathaway, two young men who founded the Norman Water Club at their high school in Oklahoma to raise funds and awareness about the global water crisis. Together, they raised over $60,000 to provide access to clean drinking water for people in need around the world. Throughout the episode, we cover how important leadership, service, and the impact of active empathy in the face of global crises is in today's world. We hope this episode inspires you to make an impact in your community!

In this episode of the Simple Charity Podcast, host Brian Grasso interviews Susan McSwain, Executive Director of Reality Ministries in Durham, North Carolina. The conversation explores some of the challenges faced by adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and how these experiences can teach us about belonging. Susan shares insights on the ministry’s organizational development, the need for authentic inclusion, and the transformative impact of mutual relationships. We hope that the conversations in this episode inspire you to build communities that value unconditional love and belonging from the very beginning!

Welcome to the Simple Charity Podcast, hosted by Brian Grasso. This podcast is about learning to love like Jesus in a crazy and complex world.

On this intro episode, we have three special guests: Brian's wife, Savanna, and two of his best friends, Matthew Brague and Chris Kuo.

Brian introduces the podcast to his wife and friends, and they give him feedback on what issues to cover and what challenges they experience that hinder them from loving like Jesus.

Then, his wife and friends introduce Brian to you. This is your podcast, and as we’re launching, please reach out if you know someone we should interview, something we should cover, or anything that we get right, or wrong, along the way. Send Brian an email at [email protected].