Empowering the next generation of Latino leaders to create lasting change.

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October 30, 2025 – Episode # 205

The Power of Us: Strengthening Latino Leadership, Amplifying Community Impact

In this episode of Raise Nation Radio, host Dawn Lego sits down with Elizabeth Gutierrez, Deputy Director of the Illinois Legislative Latino Caucus Foundation, for an inspiring conversation about leadership, legacy, and Latino pride. From empowering the next generation through scholarships to uniting communities at their annual fundraising gala, Elizabeth shares how the foundation turns purpose into progress. Together, they explore the vibrant intersection of culture, community, and philanthropy that fuels the foundation’s mission.

Guest Reflection:

“When you invest in a Latino student, you’re not just changing one life — you’re uplifting an entire community.“ — Elizabeth Gutierrez

Episode Highlights:

• The Foundation’s powerful mission to foster Latino leadership and education.
• How a scholarship program transforms futures and inspires community pride.
• Behind the scenes of their signature fundraising gala and its lasting impact.
• Debunking myths: Philanthropy is alive and thriving in the Latino community.
• The growing role of technology in connecting and empowering donors.

OneCause Customer Profile:

• Customer Success Manager: Ahilen Bernal
• Fundraising Software: OneCause Fundraising Platform
• Signature Event(s): 4th Annual Gala: Our Wings, Our Legacy

Connect with our Guests:

• Elizabeth Gutierrez

Episodes Resources:

• Illinois Legislative Latino Caucus Foundation
• Support
• Rapid Response Program

Episode Credits and Extras:

• YouTube
• FREE Resources
• Raise Event Fundraising Conference
• Grant Program

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Inspiring hope and health through powerful stories of community and compassion.

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October 23, 2025 – Episode # 204

Miles of Hope: Walking Together Toward Awareness and Healing

On this heartwarming episode of Raise Nation Radio, host Dawn Lego sits down with Pari Forood, Executive Director of the Miles of Hope Breast Cancer Foundation, to honor the stories, strength, and spirit behind breast cancer awareness. From financial assistance to patient advocacy, Pari shares how her small but mighty team turns compassion into action – empowering survivors, supporting families, and funding education programs that create real change in the fight against breast cancer.

Together, Dawn and Pari remind listeners that awareness doesn’t stop when October (breast cancer awareness month) ends. It’s a year-round commitment to health, community, and early detection.

Tune in to hear how one foundation’s miles of effort have turned into miles of hope. And ladies—consider this your friendly reminder: please schedule your annual mammogram today.

Guest Reflection:

“Every step we take, every dollar we raise, brings us closer to a world where no one faces breast cancer alone.” — Pari Farood

Episode Highlights:

• Turning Awareness into Action: Understand how early detection saves lives and strengthens communities.
• Power of Purposeful Giving: Discover how creative, community-driven fundraising translates into real-world impact.
• Hearts that Heal: Meet the volunteers who transform compassion into connection, one act of kindness at a time.
• Hope for the Next Generation: Learn how scholarships for students affected by breast cancer are rewriting stories of loss into legacies of love.
• $4 Million and Counting: Explore the ripple effect of Miles of Hope’s remarkable fundraising efforts, and how every dollar raised restores dignity, courage, and care.

OneCause Customer Profile:

• Customer Success Manager: Tyler Tranberg
• Fundraising Software: Peer-to-Peer
• Signature Event(s): Miles of Hope Walk

Connect with our Guests:

• Miles of Hope Leadership

Episodes Resources:

• Miles of Hope Breast Cancer Foundation
• Grants
• Get Involved

Episode Credits and Extras:

• YouTube
• FREE Resources
• Raise Event Fundraising Conference
• Grant Program

Thank you for tuning in wherever you listen to your favorite podcast. Please like, follow, and subscribe to grow our community. Stay Fearless!

Big Ideas. Bold Voices. Fresh from Raise 2025!

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October 16, 2025 – Episode # 203

Turned Up Raise Series: Part 8

Lights, energy, impact…Raise 2025 is a wrap! But the bold ideas and breakthrough moments from the conference are still rolling. From the backdrop of the San Antonio Riverwalk, our Raise Amplifiers captured powerful conversations, bold perspectives, and fearless fundraising strategies, delivering the magic from the stage straight to you.

In the 8th episode of our special Raise Nation Radio series, we’re spotlighting dynamic voices offering fresh ideas, expert knowledge, and practical insights to drive fundraising forward.

Erin Kienzle – Giving4Good

Bradley Martin – Feathr

Louis Murad & Marty Murad – Murad Auctions

Get ready for fundraising fuel that’s equal parts practical and inspiring. Stream this episode on your favorite podcast platform or catch the full series on the OneCause YouTube Channel.

Highlights You’ll Take Away:

Creating Buzz and Bids: Use story-driven videos to grab attention, inspire giving, and elevate your gala – right from your iPhone.

Pixels and Pints: Unlock digital tactics that prove real marketing ROI.

Game On! Auction Strategies: Energize your auction with games and strategies that drive engagement and bigger bids.

Celebrating the magic when families, volunteers, and communities come together under one roof of hope.

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September 4, 2025 – Episode # 194

Love Has an Address: A Home of Heart at Ronald McDonald House Charities Augusta

Raise Nation returns this season with a mission that touches the heart of every listener.

What does love look like when a child is sick? Sometimes, it looks like a warm meal after a long day at the hospital. Sometimes, it’s a cozy room where families can rest without worry. And sometimes, it’s the kindness of strangers who choose to care.

On this heart-inspiring episode of Raise Nation Radio, host Dawn Lego sits down with David Jacobsen, President and CEO of Ronald McDonald House Charities Augusta, to open up about the ways this extraordinary mission has been keeping families close for 50 years. From unforgettable family stories to the simple yet profound ways communities give back, this conversation reminds us that love doesn’t just heal, it multiplies.

Guest Reflection:

“Every Ronald McDonald House is proof that when a community decides to care, love becomes stronger than illness, and families find the strength to keep going.“ — David Jacobsen

Episode Highlights:

• Jimmy Murray’s visionary leadership

• Dr. Audrey Evans’ (Mother of Neuroblastoma) compassionate legacy.

• Why “home” means more than a roof for families facing pediatric medical treatment.

• Stories that reveal the everyday miracles inside Ronald McDonald Houses.

• How volunteers turn small acts, like cooking dinner, into lifelong impact.

• The partnership with McDonald’s and local communities fueling the mission.

OneCause Customer Profile:

• Customer Success Manager: Kaitlin Desautels

• Fundraising Software: OneCause Fundraising Platform

• Signature Event(s): Wine, Women, and Shoes

Connect with our Guests:

• David Jacobsen

Episodes Resources:

• Ronald McDonald House Charities Augusta

• Audrey’s Children on Peacock

• R.I.P. Jimmy Murray (6/5/1938 – 8/25/2025)

• Get Involved

• Family Table