This month, as local and regional school districts prepare for budget votes, Randi and Sara talk about the numbers behind these budgets. Why do they go up and down and how are taxes factored in?Bởi The Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Southern Finger Lakes

Randi and Sara share some of the most fun activities from the Community Foundation office over the past couple of months. Listen and take some ideas for your own office!Bởi The Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Southern Finger Lakes

In what has organically become a 3-part series, Randi is back to talk with Sara about getting through hard times. This topic is particularly aimed at nonprofit organizations that are feeling uncertain. And there's still lots to look forward to in the coming weeks!Bởi The Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Southern Finger Lakes

"The Sara and Katie Show" kicks off 2025 by talking about a book by Katherine May called Wintering: The Power of Rest and Retreat in Difficult Times. As always, at the end they share what they're looking forward to in the new year ahead.Bởi The Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Southern Finger Lakes

This episode features Sara and Katie talking about Seasonal Affective Disorder (aka 'SAD') and some of the things we can do to break out of the winter slump. Heading into the holidays, they also talk about what they're most looking forward to before the end of 2024. Happy listening, happy holidays, and happy New Year to all!…

Randi and Sara are back in the basement to record in person and talk about the upcoming election. What will you find on the ballot and how can you participate as an informed voter? Also, we're all looking forward to FLX Gives beginning November 14!Bởi The Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Southern Finger Lakes

Elaine Smith recently returned from her 3-month sabbatical, which was made possible by a grant from the Community Foundation. She joins Randi to talk about how it went and what she's looking forward to now that she's back at work.Bởi The Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Southern Finger Lakes

A new MP3 sermon from Westminster Reformed Presbyterian Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: A Peculiar People, Zealous of Good Works Subtitle: Communion Season Sept. 2024 Speaker: Joshua M. Smith Broadcaster: Westminster Reformed Presbyterian Church Event: Sunday - AM Date: 8/25/2024 Bible: Titus 2:11-14 Length…

A new MP3 sermon from Smithville Canadian Reformed Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: The good works of man display the grace of God Speaker: Rev. Cody Swaving Broadcaster: Smithville Canadian Reformed Church Event: Sunday Service Date: 8/25/2024 Bible: 1 Peter 2:1-12; Ephesians 2:1-10 Length: 31 min.…

A new MP3 sermon from First Reformed Protestant Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Renewed Unto Good Works Subtitle: Lord's Day Sermons Speaker: Rev. Tyler Ophoff Broadcaster: First Reformed Protestant Church Event: Sunday Service Date: 8/25/2024 Bible: Psalm 116 Length: 59 min.…

This month, we revisit a back-to-school conversation from 3 years ago. Randi and Sara are enjoying the last of summer vacation, but it's still important to check in on scholarship processes at the Foundation. Happy August!Bởi The Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Southern Finger Lakes

A new MP3 sermon from Hopewell Associate Reformed Presbyterian is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: God's Good, Useful Law Subtitle: Children's Catechism Lessons Speaker: James Hakim Broadcaster: Hopewell Associate Reformed Presbyterian Event: Teaching Date: 8/3/2024 Length: 4 min.…

A new MP3 sermon from Free Reformed Church of Langley is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Made alive for good works Speaker: Rev. Ben Van Liere Broadcaster: Free Reformed Church of Langley Event: Sunday - PM Date: 8/18/2024 Bible: Romans 6 Length: 34 min.

A new MP3 sermon from Arbor Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: What is the Place of Good Works? Speaker: Ryan Stern Broadcaster: Arbor Church Event: Sunday - PM Date: 8/6/2023 Bible: Titus 1-3 Length: 25 min.

In this episode, Randi goes solo to talk about the differences between 501c3, 501c4, and PAC organizations - and how or whether they are allowed to publicly discuss politics. In today's climate, there are very important distinctions to understand. And what can we all look forward to in the coming months?…

In this June episode of the Good Works Podcast, Randi and Sara are meeting to talk about meetings; how to run them more effectively, cancel them when necessary, and when the meeting could have been an email. Plus there are lots of fun things to look forward to this summer!Bởi The Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Southern Finger Lakes

Based on feedback from grantees and supporting foundation research, some changes are coming to the Community Foundation's annual grant cycle. Tune in as Randi and Sara discuss what's new - and what they love - about supporting Southern Finger Lakes nonprofits each year.Bởi The Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Southern Finger Lakes

Randi is joined by Karah Sheahan, Office Manager at the Community Foundation, to help put a voice to the name! Karah shares some of her favorite qualities about the work culture and talks about what she's looking forward to in the coming weeks.Bởi The Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Southern Finger Lakes

A new MP3 sermon from Changed By Grace is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: The Work of the Word Subtitle: Radio Program Speaker: Dr. Steve Hereford Broadcaster: Changed By Grace Event: Radio Broadcast Date: 3/16/2025 Bible: 2 Timothy 3:15-17 Length: 28 min.

In this meta episode of The Good Works Podcast, Randi and Sara update their podcast audience on some of their favorite other podcasts - including "If All Else Fails" by North Country Public Radio and "Up And Vanished" by Tenderfoot TV.Bởi The Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Southern Finger Lakes

Randi talks with Sara about the importance of legal immigration into New York State, especially as jobs become more difficult to fill. They discuss the difference between asylum seekers and "illegal" immigrants. And as always, listen to the end to find out what they're looking forward to this month!Bởi The Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Southern Finger Lakes

Following the Buffalo Bills playoff loss to the Kansas City Chiefs, Sara and Randi discuss how sports play a role in community-building. From professional teams to little league and recreation, there are lots of opportunities to connect over athletics. Stay til the end to find out what Sara and Randi are looking forward to in the coming weeks!…

Coming out of the Thanksgiving break, Randi and Sara talk about the importance of "Third Spaces" and how to enrich them for yourself and everyone around you. And as always, they share what they're looking forward to as we launch into the holiday season!Bởi The Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Southern Finger Lakes

This month, Randi and Sara talk all about the Community Foundation's Leadership Advancement Award. This grant provides experienced non-profit executive directors with sabbatical funding to avoid burnout and stagnation through rest, exploration, and personal reflection. You can find out more on the website here: https://communityfund.org/what-we-do/…

This month, Randi and Sara talk about places where people feel like they belong or don't belong - and how to create spaces where more people feel comfortable and welcome. As always, they talk about what they're looking forward to as the leaves begin to change and the most colorful season of the year quickly approaches.…

How can we impact the community when we're not making grants? That's the question Randi and Sara ask in this month's episode. At the end, they discuss end-of-summer and beginning-of-school-year activities coming right around the corner.Bởi The Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Southern Finger Lakes

In this episode, Randi and Sara talk about the relationships we build at work and with nearby colleagues. They share some of the people who have made their careers so enjoyable. And as always, we look forward to what they're looking forward to in the coming weeks.Bởi The Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Southern Finger Lakes

What if your ChatGPT, Bard, or any other LLMs could remember the things you said last month? For example, if you were planning to buy a home near your kids' school, the story you told your son last week, or the gift ideas your wife wouldn't like. That would be amazing, right? However, with the current short memory limit, also known as the context w…

Hear from internationally renowned AI language experts Nickle Lyu (Alibaba / Tencent) and Alyona Medelyan PhD (Thematic), along with General AI Specialist, A.I. Joe, about the profound watershed Artificial Intelligence technology, ChatGPT. We'll tackle the big questions about ChatGPT, including: Why does it work so well? Does ChatGPT really underst…

Randi is back from sabbatical, during which she traveled around the region (and the world) and spent an unprecedented amount of time in her attic. She and Sara talk about the 7 types of rest, according to Saundra Dalton-Smith, and what they're looking forward to in the coming weeks.Bởi The Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Southern Finger Lakes

Katie joins Sara to talk about the upcoming educators trip to Finland. They discuss the selection process, itinerary, and overall goals for taking a group of local teachers to one of the happiest countries in the world. At the end - as always - Katie and Sara talk about summer plans and what they're looking forward to.…

Sara is joined by Susan Pawlak from the Career Development Council to talk all about the programs and services they offer. Sara shares how the Community Foundation staff has helped with some of the efforts of the CDC, and Susan and Sara both talk about what they're most looking forward to.Bởi The Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Southern Finger Lakes

Sara welcomes Jackie Council to kick off this 3-part series featuring individual nonprofit organizations. Jackie shares all about the mission and inspiration behind Altagracia House of Healing. The episode ends with some exciting things to look forward to.Bởi The Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Southern Finger Lakes

In this episode, Randi and Sara review a listicle from "Nonprofit AF" with 10 things that a foundation just shouldn't do. These are the things that make nonprofit organizations crazy, and the hosts throw in a few "pickup line" laughs near the end.Bởi The Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Southern Finger Lakes

Randi and Sara shake off the winter hibernation - or in some cases, embrace it - by sharing their favorite Finger Lakes cold weather activities. (As a reminder, you can always find things to do at FLXCalendar.com.) The podcast ends with a preview of what they're looking forward to, including the 2023 Gratitude Summit in February.…

In this episode, Randi breaks down the implications of the 2020 census related to redistricting in New York State. Sara recognizes it's not the most exciting topic on the Good Works Podcast, but it's important for understanding our region (and others) with Election Day around the corner.Bởi The Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Southern Finger Lakes

It's #InternationalPodcastDay! Randi and Sara are here to talk about their favorite podcasts - right down to the episodes you should download right away. Whether you're into comedy, storytelling, or self improvement, you'll find some great recommendations in this month's Good Works Podcast.Bởi The Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Southern Finger Lakes

If you had a magic wand that could make anything possible for our community, what would you create? Randi and Sara discuss a few of their own ideas!Bởi The Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Southern Finger Lakes

It's the 50th episode of the Good Works Podcast! And if that isn't hot enough, the Finger Lakes - like many other parts of the world - are in the middle of a heat wave. Randi and Sara share some fun and affordable ways to cool off and escape the dangerous temps.Bởi The Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Southern Finger Lakes

In the wake of the Supreme Court decision to overturn Roe vs. Wade, Randi and Sara talk about child care and support for parents in the Southern Finger Lakes.Bởi The Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Southern Finger Lakes

Two recent shootings have hit close to home in different ways. Randi and Sara talk about the concept of "softening" - rather than hardening - and what that means for our community and schools.Bởi The Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Southern Finger Lakes

Recorded between Earth Day and Arbor Day, this episode features a variety of ways you can help the environment. Randi and Sara talk about the "Three R's," and how they reduce, reuse, and recycle in their daily lives.Bởi The Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Southern Finger Lakes

A new MP3 sermon from Trinity Bible Church of Dallas is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: The 1689: Good Works Part III Subtitle: The Baptist Confession of 1689 Speaker: Matt Heidelbaugh Broadcaster: Trinity Bible Church of Dallas Event: Sunday School Date: 11/14/2021 Length: 51 min.…