April 19, 2023

Empowering Communities Through Innovative Tech: An Interview With Our Co-Founder

Amy Gardinier is the guest speaker on Female Founders Podcast

Improving the community and student’s lives is of paramount importance to Amy Gardinier, CEO of Givefinity. Amy recently had the true pleasure of speaking on the Female Founders Podcast with Naghilia Desravines, Founder & CEO of WomELLE, about innovative tech and how it can empower communities.

WomELLE is a woman-owned company that brings women together from across the globe to share ideas and provide guidance to help us all achieve our collective and individual goals.

Hear the behind-the-scenes founding story of Givefinity and learn where the company is headed. In this episode, Amy discusses:

  • Givefinity’s Enterprise Organizational Dashboard
  • The importance of privacy for students
  • Volunteer opportunities on campuses
  • Managing the launch of a new product, specifically during the pandemic
  • How she sees technology shaping the nonprofit sector
  • Advice for women who want to get involved in volunteering

Amy Gardinier: Empowering Communities Through Innovative Tech | Female Founders Podcast Ep #93

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Stand Out in the Common App: The Importance of Highlighting Your High School Volunteer Experiences

As summer winds down and August approaches, high school students are preparing for one of the most exciting times of their academic careers: college applications! The Common Application, or Common App, which goes live on August 1st, opens the door to a world of opportunities for your future. According to Forbes, for the 2023-2024 academic school year, 4 year institutions 1,244,476 distinct first-year applicants had applied to 841 colleges participating in the Common App. With thousands of students applying to colleges across the country, how can you make your application stand out? One key way to differentiate yourself is by showcasing your high school volunteer experiences. Here’s why highlighting your volunteer work is crucial and how Givefinity can help you do it effectively.

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Transitioning from Summer to School Volunteering: How to Keep Stress at Bay and Embrace the New School Year with a Positive Attitude

As the golden days of summer draw to a close, the anticipation of a new school year begins to build. For students who have spent their summer break engaging in meaningful volunteer work, the transition back to school can feel overwhelming. Balancing academic responsibilities with ongoing volunteer commitments might seem daunting, but with the right approach, it’s entirely manageable. Here’s how to keep stress at bay and put forward a positive attitude as you transition from summer to school volunteering.

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