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People Inspired By Purpose - Purposely Podcast

Mark Longbottom
Philanthropy
Mental Health
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New Zealand
Leadership
Community Support
Non-Profit Sector
Community Foundations
Education
Social Justice
Social Impact
Sustainability
Community Engagement
Community Development
Bipolar Disorder
Benevity
Wellbeing
Aotearoa
Covid-19
Community Empowerment

Speaking with people of purpose, those making the world a better place People Inspired By Purpose - Purposely Podcast amplifies the stories of inspirational people from across the Globe, philanthropy leaders, founders and CEO's of nonprofits, charities, for purpose business leaders as well social entrepreneurs. They are often inspired by their own experiences. Join the Purposely team www.purposely... more

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Welcoming Tara Arnold back to Purposely Podcast. Tara is a fundraising consultant, engaged by grant making charities including Unbound Philanthropy and Lloyds Bank Foundation to help small and mid sized nonprofits strengthen their income generation. ... more

In this SHORT episode of Purposely, we are back with SimonBowden, Head of Philanthropic Services at Forsyth Barr, on why investment firms are bringing philanthropy into the advisory relationship, and what that means in practice.

Simon explains that ... more

Welcoming Shruthi Vijay Kumar, coach, facilitator andeducator based in Aotearoa New Zealand, to Purposely Podcast.

Shruthi works with leaders and organisations trying to shiftfrom extractive to more regenerative ways of working. She draws on indige... more

In this SHORT episode of Purposely, we are back with HelenHughes, Chief Executive of Sanctuary Mountain Mangatautari, on what she found when she lifted the bonnet on one of New Zealand's most remarkable conservation organisations, and what she did ab... more

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Recent Guests

Simon Bowden
Head of Philanthropic Services at Forsyth Barr
Forsyth Barr
Episode: SHORT 'When Giving Became Part of the Advice' Simon Bowden Head of Philanthropic Services at Forsyth Barr
Shruthi Vijayakumar
Coach, facilitator, educator; founder of Fire Circle
Fire Circle
Episode: #299 'Resource Follows Vision', Shruthi Vijayakumar, Coach, Facilitator and Founder, Fire Circle
Tara Arnold
Head of Grant Making at ShareGift
ShareGift
Episode: #298 'Turning Unwanted Shares Into Grants for Good Causes' , Tara Arnold ShareGift
Gary Stannett
CEO, Rio Ferdinand Foundation
Rio Ferdinand Foundation
Episode: SHORT 'What It Really Takes to Run a Celebrity Charity' Gary Stannett CEO Rio Ferdinand Foundation
Dan Leverington
Founder of The Ocelli Group
The Ocelli Group
Episode: #297 'Founding A For Purpose Distribution Business', Dan Leverington founder The Ocelli Group
Kate Slater
Head of Community Investment at Rātā Foundation
Rātā Foundation
Episode: #296 'Empowering People to Thrive, Responding to Disaster and Crisis', Kate Slater, Head of Community Investment, Rātā Foundation
Liz Gibbs
CEO of Burnett Foundation Altera, on a mission to eliminate HIV transmission in New Zealand
Burnett Foundation Altera
Episode: #295 'The Road to Zero HIV: 40 Years of Advocacy', Liz Gibbs, CEO, Burnett Foundation
Rose Challies
CEO of Terra Nova Foundation
Terra Nova Foundation
Episode: SHORT 'Fund the Human, Not the Project' Rose Challies CEO Terra Nova Foundation
Helen Hughes
Chief Executive, Sanctuary Mountain Maungatautari
Sanctuary Mountain Maungatautari / MEIT
Episode: #294 'Restoring Nature at Scale', Helen Hughes, Chief Executive, Sanctuary Mountain Maungatautari

Host

Mark Longbottom
Host of Purposely Podcast

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 51 ratings
  • Inspiring

    Great interviews with people helping make our world better for all. In big ways, in small ways, locally and nationally, something to learn and take with you in every episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lord Ruphus
    United States10 months ago
  • Purposely Inspires!

    I stumbled across Purposely a few months ago and found myself binge-listening to this wealth of inspiration. I really appreciate the emotion and energy of each person’s path of discovery. Thank you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Susans MacBook Air - MAIN
    New Zealand3 years ago
  • A fantastic and consistent source of inspiration

    Mark has been at it, on the streets and in the airwaves so consistently. I love that the guests come from all over, international and still relevant for me in Aotearoa New Zealand.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Rudorudorudo
    New Zealand3 years ago
  • Incredibly Enlightening

    Mark has a great interviewing style, which allows his guests to speak from their heart about their passions. I particularly enjoyed the two-part episode with Tim Jones on my morning run.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dan GTM
    Australia4 years ago
  • Fairshot Cafe

    A great episode! I felt like I was listening to my own story - but Bianca has made her training cafe dream a reality whilst I’m still plodding! Thanks for reigniting my motivation.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lady Sarah of Rosedale
    New Zealand5 years ago

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Insightful and inspiring interviews with leaders shaping the social sector.
Consistently high-quality conversations with diverse, purpose-driven guests.
Listeners appreciate the practical takeaways and real-world storytelling.
The host fosters thoughtful dialogue and authentic storytelling that resonates across borders.

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#298 'Turning Unwanted Shares Into Grants for Good Causes' , Tara Arnold ShareGift
Q: But just straight off the bat, give me the mission and purpose of ShareGift. What is it? What do you guys do?
ShareGift is a charity that collects small, donated shares from individuals, aggregates them, and donates the proceeds to various charities after due diligence. The process is simple for donors, there's no cost to donate, and grants are unrestricted to maximize charities' own mission delivery.
#296 'Empowering People to Thrive, Responding to Disaster and Crisis', Kate Slater, Head of Community Investment, Rātā Foundation
Q: How does the Foundation balance immediate needs with long-term investment strategy?
There is a deliberate mix of responsive funding and proactive capability building, with a focus on sustainable funding, diverse funding sources, and ensuring financial and social returns align with values.
#296 'Empowering People to Thrive, Responding to Disaster and Crisis', Kate Slater, Head of Community Investment, Rātā Foundation
Q: What foundations' mission and geography look like, and how is it anchored in Waitangi principles?
The foundation aims for an equitable and sustainable society across its region, guided by the kura way of Te Tiriti Waitangi, with a long-term, intergenerational focus and flexibility to respond to evolving community needs.
#295 'The Road to Zero HIV: 40 Years of Advocacy', Liz Gibbs, CEO, Burnett Foundation
Q: How has the organization evolved from its origins?
It grew from the New Zealand AIDS Foundation to its broader, more inclusive focus on Tukutapui communities and grassroots work, while maintaining advocacy and education as central pillars.
#295 'The Road to Zero HIV: 40 Years of Advocacy', Liz Gibbs, CEO, Burnett Foundation
Q: What is the Burnett Foundation's core mission in New Zealand?
The core mission is to eliminate HIV transmission by 2030 and to reduce stigma and discrimination, ensuring marginalized communities have better health and well-being, with a strong emphasis on health equity and cross-government collaboration.

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This show spotlights leaders who pursue purpose-driven work, featuring founders, nonprofit heads, philanthropy professionals, and social entrepreneurs. Episodes frequently tackle governance, funding models, and partnerships that scale social impact, from environment and education to community well-being. A standout pattern is how personal purpose intersects with organizational strategy, often highlighting cross-sector collaboration, sustainable funding, and leadership resilience. The format tends to blend practical guidance with inspirational journeys, making it valuable for aspiring guest speakers and sponsors seeking mission-aligned storytelling and tangible impact outcomes.

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1. Simon Bowden
2. Shruthi Vijayakumar
3. Tara Arnold
4. Gary Stannett
5. Dan Leverington
6. Kate Slater
7. Liz Gibbs
8. Rose Challies

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