Lynne and Louise kick off this episode of Raise & Shine The Podcast with exciting news before diving into a lively discussion about the incredible value youth volunteers bring to nonprofits - and how organizations can both attract and keep them engaged.

What’s Inside:
Hear personal stories from Lynne and Louise about their early days in philanthropy and what first sparked their passion for giving back. Youth volunteer Parsa Moradi features in the conversation and reveals why young people step up to volunteer, what truly draws them in, and how charities can create experiences that make them want to stay.

Why Listen:
If you work with youth - or want to - this episode is packed with insights and practical tips. Discover how personal connection, social media, and post‑COVID fears shape youth engagement today. Learn strategies for creating a volunteer experience that’s social, meaningful, and impactful, and find out how supporting youth volunteers can even inspire donor families to give more deeply.

About Raise & Shine The Podcast

Welcome to Raise & Shine where every episode features a donor's voice - get fundraising insights right from the source. Hear what donors think, feel and say with cohosts Lynne Boardman and Louise Campbell. Lynne is Managing Director at Harvey McKinnon Associates and Louise is Vice President at Lions Gate Hospital Foundation.

Together they have 40 years of fundraising experience.

Thank you so much to Harvey McKinnon and Harvey McKinnon Associates for generously sponsoring this episode.

Sincerest thanks to episode producer, Lucy Campbell, for making the magic happen behind the scenes, and a shoutout to Scott Switzer for our signature Raise & Shine tune.

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