Marguerite Casey's guest appearances

Marguerite Casey

Brand on Purpose

Swan Dive 

Michael Sharkey

Hank WIllis Thomas

Harry Belafonte

Rob Smith

John Spence

Josh Felser

Jonathan Miller

Nicole Berry

Nick Holt

Aaron Huey

Ken Russell

Bob Wiltfong

Marko Cheseto

Nancy Hogshead-Makar

Scot Nicol

OwlTail

Carmen Rojas

The youngest Latina ever to run a nationally endowed philanthropic foundation, this inspiring daughter of immigrants, Dr. Carmen Rojas, has dedicated her life to bettering the lives of underserved working people across the US. Growing up in a sprawling, multicultural family, surrounded by love and core values, instilled in Carmen a deep sense of promise. “For me, it’s really about supporting people, organizations and initiatives that create an alternative possibility where it’s not a zero sum game but where instead we are seen as collectively coming together in order to fill the promise of a multiracial democracy," says Carmen. Now, as president &amp; CEO of The Marguerite Casey Foundation, this visionary, dreamer and truth-teller puts the money where it matters to support leaders, scholars and initiatives focused on shifting the balance of power in society — building power for communities that continue to be excluded from shaping how society works … and from sharing in its rewards and freedoms. She holds a Ph.D. in City and Regional Planning from the University of California, Berkeley and was a Fulbright Scholar in 2007. Her 2021 Seattle Times editorial, "How philanthropies can support grassroots social movements," exemplifies her purpose-driven life, awash in much-needed optimism.Share your Swan Dive at www.swandive.us

The youngest Latina ever to run a nationally endowed philanthropic foundation, this inspiring daughter of immigrants, Dr. Carmen Rojas, has dedicated her life to bettering the lives of underserved working people across the US. Growing up in a sprawling, multicultural family, surrounded by love and core values, instilled in Carmen a deep sense of promise. “For me, it’s really about supporting people, organizations and initiatives that create an alternative possibility where it’s not a zero sum game but where instead we are seen as collectively coming together in order to fill the promise of a multiracial democracy," says Carmen. Now, as president &amp; CEO of <a href="https://www.caseygrants.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Marguerite Casey Foundation</a>, this visionary, dreamer and truth-teller puts the money where it matters to support leaders, scholars and initiatives focused on shifting the balance of power in society — building power for communities that continue to be excluded from shaping how society works … and from sharing in its rewards and freedoms. She holds a Ph.D. in City and Regional Planning from the University of California, Berkeley and was a Fulbright Scholar in 2007. Her <a href="https://www.seattletimes.com/opinion/how-philanthropies-can-support-grassroots-social-movements/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">2021 Seattle Times editorial</a>, "How philanthropies can support grassroots social movements," exemplifies her purpose-driven life, awash in much-needed optimism.Share your Swan Dive at <a href="http://www.swandive.us" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.swandive.us</a>

Dr Carmen Rojas - "Abundance & Spaciousness" - President and CEO of Marguerite Casey Foundation shifting the balance of power

Marguerite Casey Foundation (MCF) president &amp; CEO Dr. Carmen Rojas shines a light on the transformative nonprofit that provides grants to those on the ground that are fighting for a more just and equitable democracy and economy. For 20 years, MCF has supported leaders who have the ability to shift the balance of power both in their communities and in society toward working people and their families. Carmen and Aaron talk about MCF’s unique philanthropic model and approach to grants, optimism about the activism and passion of the youth of today, and how to take a data-driven approach to impact. Listen in to hear about how Carmen’s educational background in city planning impacted her career path, and learn more at caseygrants.org.Production Credits: Aaron Kwittken, Dara Cothran, Nina Valdes, Maria Bayas, Michael Grubbs, and Mathew Passy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Marguerite Casey Foundation (MCF) president &amp; CEO Dr. Carmen Rojas shines a light on the transformative nonprofit that provides grants to those on the ground that are fighting for a more just and equitable democracy and economy. For 20 years, MCF has supported leaders who have the ability to shift the balance of power both in their communities and in society toward working people and their families. Carmen and Aaron talk about MCF’s unique philanthropic model and approach to grants, optimism about the activism and passion of the youth of today, and how to take a data-driven approach to impact. Listen in to hear about how Carmen’s educational background in city planning impacted her career path, and learn more at <a href="caseygrants.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">caseygrants.org</a>. Production Credits: Aaron Kwittken, Dara Cothran, Nina Valdes, Maria Bayas, Michael Grubbs, and Mathew Passy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

Shifting the Balance of Power with Marguerite Casey Foundation President & CEO Dr. Carmen Rojas (S7EP15)