Giving with Impact: The Power of Philanthropy with Ryan Corry (Ep. 99)
What’s driving the spirit of community and kindness in your neighborhood?
Brent Mekosh has an enlightening conversation with Ryan Corry, the Chief Philanthropy Officer at St. Vincent de Paul. Ryan shares insights from his journey into philanthropy, illustrating how early volunteering led him to a lifelong commitment to service. Together, Brent and Ryan discuss the organization’s mission to feed, clothe, house, and heal, detailing their expansive services like medical and dental clinics and transitional housing programs aimed at restoring stability for their clients.
Brent and Ryan discuss:
- The interconnected world of philanthropy and financial planning [00:02:18]
- The founding and mission of St. Vincent de Paul [00:06:19]
- Successful strategies for tackling homelessness [00:15:15]
- The innovative ‘Angels on Call’ app and its impact [00:30:59]
- Charitable giving, tax credits, and community engagement [00:26:42]
- And more
Connect With Ryan Corry:
Connect with Brent Mekosh:
- 602-255-0555
- LinkedIn: Brent Mekosh
- The Wealth Stewards
About Our Guest:
Ryan Corry is a dedicated nonprofit leader passionate about connecting those in need with those willing to help. During his decade of leadership at St. Vincent de Paul, he helped expand the organization’s reach nearly fivefold, strengthening efforts to feed, clothe, house, and heal the community.
Driven by curiosity, Ryan focuses on creating value for others, forging strong partnerships, and inspiring people to find joy and meaning in service. He firmly believes that more people can give than need help—and his mission is to facilitate those connections.
To scale this impact, he founded Southwest Philanthropy Partners, equipping fundraisers and nonprofit professionals with the tools, strategies, and systems to raise more money, serve donors better, and find fulfillment in their work. By supporting fundraisers—the brokers of community good—Ryan empowers them to create lasting change and build a stronger, more generous society.
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