Nonprofit Luminaries

Nonprofit Luminaries


Latest Episodes

Building Power Among Youth
July 20, 2020

On today's episode I speak with Ayan Hersi and Amy Do, Board President and Vice President of All Girls Everything Ultimate, also known as AGE UP.  AGE UP is a nonprofit organization South Seattle that uses Ultimate Frisbee as a catalyst for change.

Parent Allies for Reunification – Parents for Parents
June 29, 2020

Navigating the child welfare system can be a daunting task, even for seasoned professionals.  There are layers of regulations, policies, state laws, and industry jargon.  It's enough to make your head spin.  Add to that the power dynamic that exits,

Parenting towards equity, inclusion & antiracism – Families of Color Seattle
June 15, 2020

Every parent hopes to have the support of their friends and family as they grow in their parenting.  Parenting advice, resources knowledge and a helping hand are key to "parenting success".  For families of color however,

Preserving our past, present & future through performing arts – Red Eagle Soaring
May 25, 2020

On Today's Episode, I'm joined by Russell Brooks, Executive Director at Red Eagle Soaring. We talk about the work of Read Eagle Soaring, its impact on Native Youth and what inspired him to pursue filmmaking.

A Nurse’s vision of family-centered palliative care for children.
May 12, 2020

My guest for this episode is Suzanne Gwynn, Executive Director at Ladybug House. Suzanne shares her vision for family centered palliative care for children and how Ladybug house is supporting families dealing with end-of-life care.

Community support in the midst of crisis
April 27, 2020

I'm back after a long break adjusting to the "normal" this pandemic has thrust on us.My guests this week are Alice Casson and Amber Lindamood of Hand in Hand. Alice Casson serves as the Executive Director of Hand in Hand,

Giving Youth Voice through Photography
March 16, 2020

Today's guest is Samantha Kelly Executive Director of Youth in Focus.  Youth in Focus provides a supportive and inclusive community with a sense of belonging and safety for youth from a variety of backgrounds.

Breaking the Cycle – Ending Domestic Abuse
March 02, 2020

Domestic violence impacts a wide range of people in the community. Survivor's lives can be impacted for years, but so can the lives of their children, friends, family and even their pets. For many survivors,

Disrupting the Nonprofit Sector
February 03, 2020

Welcome to Nonprofit Luminaries, I'm you're host, Anibal Ruiz, today I get the privilege of sharing my conversation with Vu Le, author of Nonprofit AF and former executive director or Rainier Valley Corp.  Vu has a passion for making the world better b...

Mobilizing Youth Toward Advocacy
January 20, 2020

I'm back with a new episode after a short holiday break.  Here's hoping for a great 2020 for you, your friends and loved ones.   Think back to your high school days.  What took up most of your time and energy.  If you were like me it was sports,