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The Philanthropists
The Philanthropists is a weekly video podcast that shares deeply personal stories of extraordinary, human-centered philanthropy.
The show uplifts both notable philanthropists and everyday givers—mentors, artists, founders, teachers, and neighbors—whose acts of generosity create real, measurable change in people's lives.
The Hosts
Meredith Hanley
Meredith Hanley is a senior philanthropic leader and strategist who has spent her career inside the institutions that shape giving—leading development at nationally influential policy organizations and advising nonprofits on strategy, donor engagement, and growth.
Her work spans fundraising, organizational positioning, and institutional strategy, giving her a rare, inside view of how philanthropic decisions are actually made—what drives them, what constrains them, and where they fall short. She brings both rigor and curiosity to conversations about giving, helping donors and leaders think more intentionally about how they give, why they give, and what it ultimately makes possible.
Quanda Allen
Quanda Allen is a senior executive in institutional asset management and a trusted advisor at the intersection of philanthropy, capital, and strategy. She has spent her career working alongside nonprofits, foundations, and mission-driven leaders, helping them align financial resources with meaningful impact.
With a background that spans both nonprofit fundraising and investment management, she brings a rare, integrated perspective on how capital flows, how decisions are made, and where philanthropy succeeds—or falls short. Through The Philanthropists, Quanda explores how individuals move from success to significance, helping others navigate giving with greater intention, clarity, and impact.
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