How 100 Women Turned $1,000 Checks Into a Worldwide Giving Movement
Summary
Wendy Steele, a former Cincinnati banker, founded Impact 100 to democratize philanthropy by removing barriers for women. Inspired by observing more efficient male fundraising methods, she created a model where 100 women each donate $1,000 to fund large community grants. The episode details the organization’s growth from its first dental clinic grant to a global movement, highlighting the success of chapters like Pensacola.
Topics discussed
Sponsors: ChatGPT, State Farm, Botox, and UPS Store
Wendy Steele's inspiration for democratizing philanthropy
Creating the Impact 100 model and founding board
Sponsors: ChatGPT, Botox, State Farm, and Kewpie Mayo
First grant: Transforming the McMicken Dental Clinic
People Magazine feature and global expansion
Pensacola chapter success and Million Dollar Sunday
Closing remarks and final sponsor ads
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