John Gungy Rivera, the founder of the Cristian Rivera Foundation, is this episode's guest. John started the foundation in honor of his four year old son, Cristian, who was diagnosed with Diffuse Intrinsic Pontine Glioma (DIPG), a rare brain tumor located in the stem of the brain. During the podcast, John and Brooke discuss DIPG, Cristian's story, and how the Foundation is helping to improve the lives of those suffering from this tumor. Cristian's experience reflects the importance of the Foundation's work. (0:16).

Website: https://cristianriverafoundation.org

Videos: https://cristianriverafoundation.org/videos/

Brad Corrigan, the director of the film Ileana's Smile, co-founder of the band Dispatch, and founder of Love Light + Melody, joins Charity Talks. In 2006, Brad founded Love Light + Melody and built a global community of supporters who are helping transform the lives of children, primarily in Nicaragua, and serving families on the frontlines of crisis and poverty through education and music. Brad and Brooke discuss what led Brad to nonprofit work and his experience creating the film, as well as the impact of his nonprofit. All proceeds from Ileana's Smile go towards funding the expansion of Ileana's School of Hope. (0:29).

Website: https://www.lovelightandmelody.org

Robin King, the CEO of the Navy SEAL Foundation (NSF), is this episode's guest. As Robin and Brooke discuss, NSF provides critical support for warriors, veterans and families of Naval Special Warfare. It offers assistance in a wide variety of areas, from health to education. NSF provides millions of dollars in comprehensive services, enabling SEALs to thrive despite the challenges of elite service. (0:20).

Website: www.navysealfoundation.org