The Shine Brightly Podcast

In this episode, Jacob talks with Tim Pinon and friends about their GiveSendGo campaign for Grace Place Properties. 

Grace Place Properties “Provides Intentional Ministry Solutions for Complex Social Problems.”

Founded in 2011, Grace Place Properties is a ministry that assists individuals in starting fresh after addiction or incarceration by offering spiritually healthy housing, accountability, and job opportunities. They're cu...

In this episode of The Shine Brightly Podcast, GiveSendGo Co-founder Heather Wilson sits down with Eithan Haim, a 33-year-old general surgeon and whistleblower, about his fundraising campaign. 

Eithan shares his story of exposing misconduct at Texas Children's Hospital regarding their transgender program, which led to legislative changes in Texas. Despite facing legal challenges and personal attacks, Eithan remains committed to...

In this special episode of “Shine Brightly!”, GiveSendGo Co-founder Jacob Wells speaks with Joel Strasser and Garrett Smith, best friends, and partners during Season 35 of “The Amazing Race”. They talk about their experience on the show and how it led to Joel starting a GiveSendGo campaign to help get Garrett’s daughter a service dog. 

To read more about their story and check out their GiveSendGo campaign visit www.GiveSendGo.com/S...

In this episode of “Shine Brightly!”, GiveSendGo Co-founder Jacob Wells speaks with Monica Matthews about her new venture, Thirst Entertainment Network. It's a streaming platform that selects, produces, and shares digital content that honors the Lord and spreads His hope and love.

“My vision- THIRST Ministries, is expanding our reach to create and distribute abundant life content to take our country back for the Kingdom! To inc...

In this episode of “Shine Brightly!”, GiveSendGo Co-founder Jacob Wells speaks with Pastor Cheryl M. Gaines about Project EDEN. EDEN which stands for "Project Everyone Deserves to Eat Naturally™," is a sanctuary aiming to save lives and empower marginalized youth.

Pastor Gaines discusses EDEN's journey since 2012, emphasizing the initiative's focus on substituting guns with garden tools for inner-city youth, parti...

Join Jacob Wells, Co-founder of GiveSendGo, in a powerful conversation with Karen Fournier about Covenant Homes and Resources, a nonprofit that supports pregnant mothers by establishing family-style, safe group homes near abortion facilities. These homes provide a nurturing environment, offering stays from 2 hours to 2 years, with 24/7 on-site mentors.

Covenant Homes and Resources goes beyond providing shelter, teaching essential l...

In this episode of "Shine Brightly!", GiveSendGo Co-founder Heather Wilson chats with Michael about Diego Ranch, an equine therapy program that has helped and healed children, veterans, and others.

Diego Ranch Inc., is known for its equine-assisted therapy with a 100% success rate, saving and healing over 8000 lives. Having faced a lease expiration on December 1st and a waitlist of 3800, they’re raising support to ensure ...

In this episode of “Shine Brightly!”, GiveSendGo Co-founder Jacob Wells speaks with Lauren Dean about starting a GiveSendGo campaign to support her family amidst her husband’s Jan. 6 trial. 

“The financial strain of traveling back and forth to DC is overwhelming. The immense cost of hotel expenses, travel, childcare and more just before the holidays is unbearable. Everyone has been so kind to our family and these funds will help me...

In this episode of “Shine Brightly!”, GiveSendGo CoFounder Jacob Wells speaks with Marc Aramian and his wife from Crunch Entertainment about their new film, "He Named Him Adam."

"He Named Him Adam" tells the true story of Regina Block, who faced severe depression after an abortion. However, a surprising message from her daughter leads her to God's healing and forgiveness in her life.

The film aims to shift t...

In this episode of "Shine Brightly!," GiveSendGo Co-founder Heather Wilson interviews Robbie and Yvonne Walden about their GiveSendGo campaign for Christ Fit Gym in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho.

"Christ Fit," is a non-profit gym that goes beyond fitness, addressing pressing societal issues. Their aim is to bridge the gap between Sunday service and the rest of the week, using exercise and events to share the Gospel, reac...

In this episode of Shine Brightly!, GiveSendGo Co-founder Jacob Wells chats with Kurt Muller about Tribute Aviation, his nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting combat veterans through aviation. 

Kurt also shares his mission: to reduce veteran suicides by offering combat and high-risk veterans a life-changing experience – a flight, free of charge. By immersing these veterans in the exhilarating world of aviation, Tribute Avi...

Join GiveSendGo Co-founder Jacob Wells as he talks with Malachi and Rachel Taylor, two inspiring siblings raising money on GiveSendGo to embark on a God-centered mission trip to Oaxaca, Mexico.

Their mission trip will take place during the summer, where they will join forces with students from the Antioch Discipleship School and local missionaries. These siblings are eager to make a positive impact and spread love in the community....

In this episode of “Shine Brightly!”, GiveSendGo CoFounder Jacob Wells speaks with Charley Voos and his wife about their daughter Gwen’s journey through the NICU and their mission to bring hope and support to other families facing similar challenges.

Every year on Gwen's birthday, they create thoughtful gift bags for NICU families at Cook Children's Hospital. These special bags are carefully curated to include a newborn bla...

In this episode of Shine Brightly!, GiveSendGo Co-founder Heather Wilson speaks with Robin Shirley, from The Compass Center Foundation. The Compass Center Foundation is a Christian ministry working towards private school accreditation for Compass Academy, a childhood enrichment program that offers academic enrichment through daily immersion into homesteading, farming, and gardening.

Funds raised will go towards construction costs t...

In this episode of Shine Brightly, Jacob Wells, co-founder of GiveSendGo, talks with Paula Knauss Selph about raising funds for her organization "The Respect and Remember Memorial Foundation Inc" on GiveSendGo.

Paula's dedication to her work is a tribute to her son, Staff Sergeant Ryan Knauss, who made the ultimate sacrifice along with other brave military warriors in combat in Afghanistan.

R2Factor has three goals: E...

Join GiveSendGo Co-founder Jacob Wells as he speaks with a group of moms from the Tahquamenon Area Homeschool Community, a volunteer-led group that serves homeschooling families in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, about their GiveSendGo campaign. 

With over 50 students from 20 families, this group is rapidly expanding and is excited to soon offer co-op-style classes. Any funds raised will go towards essential expenses, such as rent...

In this episode, GiveSendGo Co-founder Jacob Wells speaks with Jacob Bradshaw to talk about his recent trip to the Super Bowl in Phoenix, AZ. Jacob and his twelve-year-old son joined almost 100 other evangelists in sharing the Gospel throughout the city and surrounding areas.

Funds raised were used for food, travel expenses, and other last-minute needs for their trip. Jacob shared his passion for spreading the Word of God and talks...

Join GiveSendGo Co-Founder, Heather Wilson, as she speaks with Angel Mendez about raising funds on GiveSendGo to go on an educational trip with his son to Washington, D.C., New York, and Boston in June 2024. 

Funds raised will go towards offsetting the cost of the trip for Angel and his son. Any additional funds raised will go towards paying for other students’ trip costs if needed. 

Support the Mendez boys on their trip by visitin...

In this episode of Shine Brightly!, co-founder Heather Wilson interviews Jennifer (Jenny) Johnson, a stay-at-home mom who started a fundraising campaign for the Parker family. The Parker family is facing a difficult situation, having to relocate due to the effects of the train derailment in East Palestine, OH.

“Morgan is requesting a place to relocate her family as soon as possible. A free place to live for a while would be a big b...