In this episode, Rick interviews Ben Erwin, CEO of Charitybuzz. Ben shares how he's helped raise over $500 million for more than 5,000 charities—by transforming how people give. With a unique model that merges profit with purpose, Ben’s work unlocks creative, sustainable ways to fundraise while making generosity accessible and exciting. From celebrity dinners to once-in-a-lifetime experiences, Charitybuzz helps redefine philanthropy for the modern world.
Ben dives deep into why the nonprofit sector deserves the same respect, resources, and innovation as for-profits—and how aligning capitalism with compassion might just be the key to solving society’s biggest challenges.
This episode is a MUST-LISTEN! 🎙🚀
We will discuss the following:
⭐️ Ben argues that nonprofits should be treated like high-impact businesses—with proper funding, talented professionals, and scalable models.
⭐️ Using profit-driven innovation to supercharge giving, Charitybuzz makes charitable contributions both exciting and sustainable.
⭐️ Learn how small, creative shifts in fundraising (like celebrity experiences and private auctions) are unlocking millions in untapped charitable dollars.
⭐️ Ben’s journey from sales to CEO reveals how purpose-driven leadership can drive both revenue and deep social impact.
⭐️ A single conversation with his father changed Ben’s life trajectory—a reminder that everyday moments can have powerful ripple effects.
& more...
Know more about Ben:
Website: charitybuzz.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erwinbenjamin
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/charitybuzz
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