Empowering Youth Through Service, with Jennifer Guynn, Pebble Tossers (Good2Give Podcast, Episode 12)
In this episode of the Good2Give Podcast, hosts Maria Walden and DePriest Waddy from the Community Foundation for Northeast Georgia interview Jennifer Guynn, the founder and executive director of Pebble Tossers. Jen shares the origins and mission of Pebble Tossers, a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering youth through community service and leadership development. The discussion covers the impact of involving children in service projects, the organization’s structure, and the diverse range of cause areas they focus on, including the environment, homelessness, and social justice. They also explore potential partnerships, fundraising strategies, and upcoming events. The episode emphasizes the importance of instilling a sense of responsibility and civic engagement from a young age, as well as how community involvement can shape future leaders.
The Good2Give Podcast is presented by the Community Foundation for Northeast Georgia. The show is produced by John Ray and the North Fulton affiliate of Business RadioX®. You can find the full archive of shows by following this link.
Jennifer Guynn, Co-Founder and Executive Director, Pebble Tossers
As Co-founder and Executive Director of Pebble Tossers, Jen lives a life of service. She serves as a State Commissioner for Georgia Serves, the State Commission for Service and Volunteerism, and is Chair of the Service and Development Committee.
She is a 21/64 Certified Philanthropic Advisor, a mentor at Cristo Rey Atlanta Jesuit High School, and has been named a Titan CEO as one of the 2023 Georgia Titan 100 award winners.
She is an Atlanta native, serves on various boards and committees throughout Atlanta, and is married with three adult kids and three rescue dogs (and two rescue granddogs).
Pebble Tossers
Pebble Tossers is an organization dedicated to empowering youth through volunteerism and community service, creating meaningful pathways for young individuals to engage in impactful projects. The organization focuses on various key areas, including citizenship and social justice, where it educates youth about their role in driving change. It also addresses the needs of vulnerable 
communities, supports those experiencing homelessness, and promotes environmental stewardship by encouraging sustainable practices among families. Additionally, Pebble Tossers emphasizes the importance of arts and culture, global awareness, education and literacy, as well as support for the elderly and animal welfare.
Through its initiatives, Pebble Tossers provides resources for service-learning, including workshops and toolkits, while encouraging family involvement through membership options. By participating in these programs, youth not only contribute to their communities but also develop valuable leadership skills that shape them into future leaders. The organization fosters a sense of responsibility and compassion in young individuals, empowering them to make a positive difference in the world around them.
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Topics Discussed in this Episode
00:00 Introduction to the Good2Give Podcast
00:21 Meet Jen Guynn, Pebble Tossers
01:02 The Mission of Pebble Tossers
03:03 The Importance of Youth Service
04:59 Diverse Cause Areas and Projects
06:57 Engaging Families in Service
12:24 Operational Insights and Partnerships
22:54 Upcoming Events and Fundraising
29:51 Closing Remarks and Contact Information
The Good2Give Podcast celebrates the work of donors, nonprofits, and the causes they care about. DePriest Waddy and Maria Walden-Sullivan are the show’s hosts, and the Community Foundation for Northeast Georgia is the presenting sponsor.
The Good2Give Podcast is produced by John Ray and the North Fulton studio of Business RadioX®. You can find the full archive of shows by following this link. You can also find the show on all the major podcast apps, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and many others.
At the Community Foundation for Northeast Georgia, everything they do centers around one purpose: improving the world through the power of philanthropy.
On a fundamental level, they do that through managing funds held in trust, donated by individuals, organizations, and businesses. Most funds are donor-advised funds, similar to savings accounts. These funds are pooled for investment purposes, and their income is used to make grants for a wide variety of charitable purposes.
But the Foundation’s goals extend far beyond managing funds. They desire to strengthen the communities they serve in Gwinnett, Northeast Georgia, and beyond by providing leadership, addressing community needs, and assisting individuals and organizations with their charitable giving.
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