We Are For Good Podcast - The Podcast for Nonprofits 229. Finding Hope in the Midst of Pain: The Mission of Paul's Place - Amy Torrez
Meet Amy. She knows what it's like to be displaced during a loved one's medical emergency. And she's removing those barriers for future families. Amy founded Paul’s Place following her father's 6-month experience with temporary medical housing while fighting lymphoma. "My last months with my father may have been just days if it had not been for the generosity shown to us at that time." 🎧Tune in to hear a heart-warming story about a legacy that's paying generosity forward.
EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS
- Amy’s story and journey to where she is today (2:30)
- The founding story and mission of Paul’s Place (11:00)
- Amy’s advice for nonprofit professionals who are in “survival mode” (16:00)
- A powerful moment of philanthropy in Amy’s life (19:00)
- Amy’s One Good Thing: Embrace adversity. (24:00)
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