We Are For Good Podcast - The Podcast for Nonprofits 581. Empowering Change Through Financial Literacy + Entrepreneurship - Shelley Miles
Meet Shelley. She brings 30 years of experience leading entertainment and tech businesses to the Singleton Foundation for Financial Literacy and Entrepreneurship, where she serves as CEO. Shelley shares how the foundation is redefining financial and entrepreneurial education with storytelling, engaging games, and innovative tools. From creating business plans to building productive habits, these resources make learning about money fun and accessible for all ages. 💸🎮 Tune in to hear how this org scales impact through media, helping people reach their full potential and create a brighter future!
💡 Learn
- Mission + history of the Singleton Foundation
- Mindsets + advice for leaders and entrepreneurs
- The power of financial and entrepreneurial education
Today’s Guest
Shelley Miles, CEO, Singleton Foundation for Financial Literacy and Entrepreneurship
Episode Highlights
- Shelley’s journey and story to where she is today (2:45)
- The Singleton Foundation's History and Mission (4:30)
- The Singleton Foundation’s program (6:50)
- The importance of financial literacy and entrepreneurship for future generations (14:55)
- Mindsets shifts from CPA to nonprofit leader (18:10)
- A powerful moment of philanthropy in Shelley’s life (22:45)
- Shelley’s One Good Thing: I live by wanting to bring my full self to whatever I'm doing every day. + I like to surround myself with people that care about similar things, that are way better at what they do than I could ever be. (26:45)
- How to connect with the Singleton Foundation (27:55)
For more information + episode details visit: weareforgood.com/episode/581.
📅 Don't Miss These Free Upcoming Events! 👇
APRIL 29: Working Session Live: Forecast Your Monthly Giving Growth in 2026 with Dana Snyder (and the pathways to get you there!)
MAY 14: ImpactUp: Story This quarter, we're going deep on your most powerful (and underused) tool - Story. Local meetups happening worldwide. Find one near you.
//
Join the We Are For Good Community—completely free.
Join fellow changemakers, share takeaways from this working session, and keep collaborating in a space built for connection, inspiration, and real impact: www.weareforgoodcommunity.com