Podcast
From Service to Success: AmeriCorps and the Power of Community Engagement
From Service to Success: AmeriCorps and the Power of Community Engagement Today’s episode is a special re-release from a series we did in 2022 to celebrate our 20th anniversary! In a conversation celebrating SCI’s 20th anniversary, host David welcomes Roger Wong, the first AmeriCorps member with SCI. They discuss his Read more…
Podcast
Celebrating Cultures, Nurturing Neighbors
Celebrating Cultures, Nurturing Neighbors In this episode of the Cultivating Connections podcast, Woburn Memorial High School rising senior Luke Sheldon discusses the inspiring work of Inclusive Eats, an organization dedicated to advocating for cultural relevancy in food aid programs. Luke shares how Inclusive Eats addresses the traditional shortcomings of food Read more…
Podcast
Building Bridges and Developing Leaders – Social Capital in 2024
Building Bridges and Developing Leaders – Social Capital in 2024 In this episode of the “SCI Cultivating Connections” podcast, SCI Development & Program Manager Leah Mulrenan interviews David Crowley, President & Founder of SCI Social Capital Inc.. David shares about the origins of SCI, which formed to foster intentional community Read more…
Community Connections
Building Community at the Farmer’s Market with Fred Yen
This Cultivating Connections podcast episode explores how a local farmers market can build community. Guest Fred Yen discusses his journey and involvement in the Winchester Farmers Market and related community initiatives. He shares how his passion for community building and social justice led to the market’s inception, inspired by his Read more…
Community Connections
SCI Connect for Community Impact: Panel & Award Presentation
Join SCI for a lunch event where you will gain insights from our panelists, celebrate a community, and of course, make connections! The event will feature the SCI Connect for Community Impact Award presentation, sponsored by Eastern Bank. This year’s award will be given to the Quincy community, with Tim Read more…
Community Connections
Bridging the Generational and Digital Divide with Dia Ghosh
In this episode of the Cultivating Connections podcast, host David Crowley engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Sulagna (Dia) Ghosh, the founder of Joint Family, a social initiative aimed at bridging generational gaps to address pressing social issues. Dia explains the core principles of Joint Family, which include community engagement, Read more…
Community Connections
Enhancing Philanthropic Engagement and Collective Impact
In this episode of Cultivating Connections, host David Crowley engages in a lively conversation with Gail O’Rourke, a seasoned entrepreneur and the driving force behind the innovative mobile application, Benefact4. Drawing from her rich entrepreneurial journey in cabinetmaking and construction, Gail shares insights into her transition into the tech industry Read more…
Community Connections
SCI Idealist Celebration: May 2nd
Don’t miss out on the SCI Idealist Event on May 2nd! We invite you to join us at the SCI Idealist Event to connect, inspire, and be inspired! Take advantage of the 2-for-1 ticket offer before it ends. This unique event allows you (and a friend, partner, or colleague!) to Read more…
Community Connections
Social Capital for Youth Educational Opportunities
In episode 5 of the Cultivating Connections podcast, host David Crowley talks with Ayele Shakur, President of the Redstone Family Foundation. Ayele talks about how she centers relationship building in her work. Throughout her career, she has focused on helping young people develop the social capital they need to flourish Read more…