Join Lane Kipp and Brandon Giella as they explore what it means to adopt a truly redeemed perspective on giving. This episode unpacks the challenges of moving beyond traditional, guilt-driven money habits to a more joyful and impact-focused approach rooted in the Christian worldview. With practical insights, candid personal stories, and thought-provoking questions about church giving and financial strategy, Lane and Brandon make complex topics both accessible and actionable. If you're searching for a deeper, more rewarding vision for your generosity, you won't want to miss this conversation.

Chapter Outline

(00:01) Understanding a Redeemed Perspective of Giving

(04:48) Developing a Thoughtful Giving Strategy

(08:23) Forming a Biblical Worldview on Money

(13:27) Community and the Practical Journey of Giving

(16:20) Re-examining Tithing and Church Traditions

(19:41) Rethinking the Role of the Church in Missions

(25:20) Shifting to an Impact-Driven, Joyful Vision

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In this episode, I’m joined by Tom Dosch, co-founder and principal at Dosch Marshall Real Estate and a founding member of 100X Harvest—one of our valued sponsors and long-time All Access members. We discuss Tom’s journey from early tithing as a young professional with student debt to structuring his family’s giving for greater impact, drawing on insights from his experiences in real estate, Christian mentorship, and the global church. Tom shares practical strategies for intentional giving, the importance of collaborative groups, and why seeing God’s work overseas reshapes how we give. We explore how members can maximize their impact in the most unreached and impoverished places through trusted, vetted programs.

Key highlights

• Tom’s upbringing across the U.S., time at Texas A&M, and building a life in Dallas with his family.
• Early financial challenges—beginning to give while still managing student debt, and moving from basic tithing to sacrificial, strategic giving through the influence of Christian mentors and direct experiences with the global church.
• The story behind launching 100X Harvest, creating a group setting for giving—pooling resources, setting multi-year commitments, and inviting others to become members to maximize collective impact and accountability.
• Lessons learned from supporting programs—how careful screening, direct involvement, and working through vetted organizations help protect contributions and build trust, with practical guidance for avoiding common mistakes.
• Supporting smaller organizations and programs, such as partnering early on “I Found the Truth”—a channel sharing true stories of former Muslims coming to Christ that now reaches millions.
• The importance of aligning giving with personal calling, raising families to be generous in order to have global impact, and finding fulfillment by joining others to give effectively where the need is greatest.

In this episode, I speak with Zach Sudfeld—former NFL player and long-term All Access advocate—about his journey from professional sports to empowering locals with access to the Gospel and the means of physical well-being in Uganda. Zach shares how hands-on encounters with poverty shaped his vision for effective giving, the lessons he learned through partnering with locals on the ground, and why it’s critical to pair generosity with careful program evaluation. We discuss how transparency, pooled giving, and rigorous reporting enable All Access members to maximize their impact in the world’s most unreached and impoverished places.

Key Highlights

• Zach reflects on formative experiences traveling as a teenager, which led to a lifelong commitment to empower locals with access to the Gospel and physical well-being.
• Practical lessons from program work in Uganda—what it looks like to partner with locals, recognize cultural context, and shift from one-time giving to sustainable, long-term empowerment.
• The vital role of data, transparency, and ongoing reporting in selecting programs that actually maximize our impact for members.
• A deep dive into integrating giving into personal financial strategy, including the benefits of pooled giving and approaching generosity with intentionality.
• A candid look at the complexity of global poverty—from mistaken approaches that create dependency to the importance of humility and learning through real program updates.

In this engaging episode of The All Access Podcast, founder Lane Kipp welcomes Paul Norell, the new Chief Impact Officer. Kipp and Norell discuss the evolution of All Access, focusing on the power of analytics in transformative giving. Paul shares insights from his journey from business to impactful giving. This conversation offers valuable perspectives on effectively engaging donors and maximizing the potential of charitable funds.

Key Highlights

• Introduction of Paul Norell as Chief Impact Officer and his background in business and impactful giving.
• Discussion on All Access's unique approach to charitable giving—100% of contributions go directly to vetted programs.
• Exploration of how analytics have shaped All Access's strategy and decision-making process.
• Personal anecdotes from Paul Norell on the journey from corporate to nonprofit impact advising.
• Insights into how All Access supports spiritual and physical well-being through its portfolio of programs.

In this episode, we discuss the 2024 Annual Report of All Access International. Lane Kipp, the founder, unpacks the meticulous process behind compiling this data with contributions from portfolio partners. We highlight the stories of individuals impacted and the substantial $502,000 granted to top programs across 14 impoverished countries. This episode is a compelling insight into the dedicated work and genuine impact created by the members of All Access.

Key Highlights

• Lane explains the rigorous data-collection process involving MOUs with partners and mid-year checks to ensure accountability.
• The annual report emphasizes storytelling alongside analytics, unveiling personal stories like Moses and Sonia’s transformation.
• Members contributed over half a million dollars—a testament to the power of collective, effective giving.
• The distinctive, web-based format of the report offers an engaging, comprehensive view of All Access's global work.
• Lane highlights the financial transparency with detailed expenditure reports and strategic insights for 2025.

Quotes

• "It is our fiduciary responsibility to our members to provide this information." – Lane Kipp
• "These numbers represent each person—a potential incredible story if we heard it out." – Lane Kipp
• "We're trying to accomplish these big goals. We want people to take it seriously." – Lane Kipp

In this episode of "The All Access Podcast," Lane Kipp sits down with Milmer Martinez Vergara and Corey Chin from Plant With Purpose, a dynamic addition to All Access's portfolio. The discussion explores Plant With Purpose's innovative model to restore ecosystems and livelihoods through transformative agricultural practices. This episode unfolds how the organization’s watershed approach and dedication to impact measurement create lasting change in communities facing poverty.

Key Highlights:

• Introduction of Plant With Purpose as a faith-driven, agri-ecological organization focusing on restoring livelihoods by working with smallholder farmers.
• Explanation of the watershed model to create community coherence and sustainable change on a large scale.
• Overview of Plant With Purpose's comprehensive program combining regenerative agricultural training, savings groups, and spiritual renewal.
• Insight into Plant With Purpose's use of the Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI) for assessing impact and understanding the complexities of poverty.
• Discussion on the significant impacts measured, like a 75% reduction in MPI in the DRC within three years.
• Exploration of regenerative agriculture and its role in long-term food security and environmental restoration.

Quotes:

• "We see monitoring and evaluation as an integral component of our programming, learning as we go." – Milmer Martinez Vergara
• "The effectiveness of the work is the biggest way to propagate the work." – Milmer Martinez Vergara
• "We like using MPI because it embraces the complexity of what poverty is." – Milmer Martinez Vergara
• "Bad data is worse than no data at all." – Corey Chin

In this episode we welcome Joy Kauffman, founder of FARM STEW, to discuss the organization's holistic approach to combating poverty and improving lives through farming. Joy shares her journey from nutritionist to creating FARM STEW, a program that empowers families in impoverished communities with practical agricultural skills and faith-based teachings. Discover how this initiative has positively impacted communities in South Sudan, delivering substantial increases in income and food security.

Key Highlights

• Joy Kauffman discusses the unique model of FARM STEW, combining agriculture, health, and faith.
• The origin story of FARM STEW: Joy's early passion for nutrition and experience in developing countries.
• Detailed insights on FARM STEW's program in Magui, South Sudan, and its impact on 250 households.
• Discussion on the collaboration with All Access to identify and support effective programs in challenging areas.
• Key results from the South Sudan program, including increased household income and food security.

Quotes

• "It's the small children that need it the most." – Joy Kauffman
• "We now have enough to eat." – Survey response from program participants
• "God is a God of multiplication." – Joy Kauffman

In this episode of The All Access Podcast, we sit down with Matt Letourneau and Jason Berry from Neverthirst to discuss their pioneering work in providing clean water and the gospel to the world's most impoverished and unreached areas. As we dive into the practical challenges of delivering safe drinking water, we also discuss the transformative effects of addressing spiritual needs. This episode provides a rare look into a faith-driven approach to resolving global water scarcity, offering listeners a comprehensive understanding of effective charity work in some of the world's most challenging environments.

Key Highlights

• Discover Neverthirst's origins and how the organization formed its mission to address global water scarcity while sharing the gospel.
• An insightful discussion on the unique geographic challenges Neverthirst faces working in the 10/40 Window, where many communities lack basic access to clean water and the gospel.
• An on-the-ground perspective on how Neverthirst collaborates with local partners to implement tailored water solutions that drastically reduce collection times.
• Insights into the critical role local churches and indigenous organizations play in spreading both "clean water" and "living water."
• Lessons learned over the years on building sustainable and context-driven water interventions.

Quotes

• "The domino of being able to provide clean water, safe water, ended up knocking down these other dominoes in social issues." – Matt Letourneau
• "703 million people are collecting water every day from an unsafe source." – Jason Berry
• "Spending money is one thing, but spending money well is something totally different." – Matt Letourneau
• "The opportunity we have to solve what really is a solvable crisis." – Jason Berry

In this episode of the All Access podcast, I sit down with Haril and Andrea Kizindra from Musana, a newly added partner in our portfolio. Musana's journey from orphanage to a thriving community development organization is truly inspiring. We discuss their sustainable model, focusing on local ownership and social enterprise, which has transformed Ugandan communities. This episode offers a unique insight into how empowering locals can create lasting change and reduce dependency on outside aid.

Key Highlights:

• Musana's origin story: transitioning from an orphanage to a community development organization in 2011.
• The importance of local ownership and sustainability in creating resilient communities.
• Musana's holistic approach through social enterprise—combining education, health, and economic empowerment.
• The impact of high-quality and affordable services on local communities, attracting external interest.
• Successful replication of Musana's model across different Ugandan communities, with plans for further expansion.

Quotes:

• "The approach we're trying to use is not the approach that is going to work. We need an approach that can completely transform this community." – Haril Kazindra
• "When your own community is there for you, there is hope, there is dignity, there is value." – Haril Kazindra
• "Instead of covering operations, can they build infrastructure for enterprises that are going to be owned and sustained by the local community?" – Andrea Kazindra
• "We have to stop funding things that are going to just create more dependency." – Andrea Kazindra

In this thought-provoking episode of "The Effective Giving Podcast," I sit down with my mentor and long-standing friend, Raymond Harris, to discuss the transformative power of stewardship and how it shapes our perspective on giving. Raymond, an architect and venture capitalist, shares his compelling journey towards becoming a responsible steward of wealth and offers an insightful look into his concept of 'economic engines'. Whether you're just beginning your giving journey or seeking ways to align your resources with impactful outcomes, Raymond's practical wisdom provides a blueprint for navigating the complexities of generosity.

Key Highlights:

• Raymond Harris shares his journey from a small wedding gift to becoming a lifelong steward of wealth.
• Insights into the concept of 'economic engines' for sustainable kingdom investments.
• How to identify and evaluate potential kingdom investments effectively through relationships and stewardship.
• The importance of being efficient, effective, and sustainable when handling resources.
• Discussion on the pitfalls of relying too heavily on traditional fundraising methods.

Quotes:

• "Stewardship means that you don't have rights or ownership." – Raymond Harris
• "Economic engines are about using business principles to build the kingdom." – Raymond Harris
• "God out multiplies us in His kingdom with your money than what you can do on this earth." – Raymond Harris

In this episode of the Effective Giving Podcast, we explore the meticulous process of evaluating portfolio programs for the coming year. Joining me, Lane Kipp, are experts Brian Grasso and Andrew Forrester from Simple Charity. Discover how we sifted through over 1,100 organizations to identify two programs with transformative potential—highlighting our rigorous evaluation backed by data and evidence. Join us to learn about the selected organizations, Musana and Plant with Purpose, and how you can maximize your impact by giving effectively.

Key Highlights:

• A discussion on the partnership between All Access and Simple Charity, enhancing evaluation rigor.
• Insight into our five-step screening strategy, examining effectiveness in various cause areas.
• The innovative use of the Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI) to measure program impact.
• Introduction of Musana and Plant with Purpose as new portfolio partners.
• Details on Musana's self-sustaining social enterprises in Uganda.
• An overview of Plant with Purpose's environmental and economic initiatives across Africa.

Quotes:

• "We flip giving on its head—we start with the problem and find who can address it most effectively per dollar." – Lane Kipp
• "Education isn't just a degree—each year contributes significantly to poverty reduction." – Brian Grasso

In episode 30 of The Effective Giving Podcast, Lane Kipp shares updates from his recent trip to South Asia and the Middle East. We delve into how our All Access strategy is making strides in spiritual and physical poverty alleviation, and discuss the complexities of advised giving across diverse regions. This episode unravels stories of transformation and highlights the truly impactful work happening through our partnerships.

Key Highlights

• Observations from the trip show that our strategic approach in evaluating organizations is bearing fruit across unreached regions.
• Personal stories highlight the transformative power of the gospel in people's lives, demonstrating real change.
• The importance of advised giving is emphasized—highlighting the complexities and necessity of a curated giving strategy.
• Behind the scenes discussions about theology and cultural sensitivity point to the nuanced nature of effective charity work in these regions.
• Acknowledging the tension between available resources in the West and the dire needs abroad underscores the urgency of our mission.

Quotes

• "This is working...just encourages me...to see the data and know that what we’re doing bears fruit." – Lane Kipp
• "It’s very, very complicated...there's a lot of easy ways to go wrong when it comes to giving towards reaching unreached people groups." – Lane Kipp
• "If we just took what we already give to charity...and focused it through a strategy like this, we could change access to the gospel globally." – Lane Kipp

In this final episode of our six-part series on All Access’s core strategy, join Lane Kipp as we explore the transparency and accountability of reporting everything. From financials to impact metrics, Lane walks us through how we collect data, monitor progress, and share reports with our members to ensure every contribution makes a difference. Whether you’re a seasoned member or new to the All Access community, this episode provides valuable insights into how we maintain transparency and trust in our mission.

Key Highlights:

• Explanation of All Access's transparent, quantitative, and data-driven approach.
• Quarterly reports detailing the latest updates from programs in our portfolio.
• Insights into the operational side of All Access—every dollar tracked and reported.
• The simplicity and efficiency of reporting for partners in the field.
• The actively managed and metric-driven aspect of our giving strategy.
• Comparing the efficiency of our current strategy to outdated rating systems.

Quotes:

• “We want them to succeed, but we're also monitoring them to hold them accountable and to make sure that this is actually, this is happening.” – Lane Kipp
• “The best way to give today is through a metric-driven, actively managed fund, just like you do with your investing.” – Lane Kipp

In this episode of the Effective Giving Podcast, we interview an expert, Harry Brown of New Generations, on the impactful work his organization is undertaking in creating global movements across 93 countries. They discuss the strategy behind their approach, focusing on the principle of creating self-sustaining movements that multiply without external intervention.

In this episode, we dive into episode five of our six-part series on the strategy behind All Access. We discuss the unique value of our commitment to grant 100% of funds directly to vetted programs in our portfolio and the importance of financial integrity and transparency. Learn why we operate on a dual-account model to ensure every dollar from our members goes straight to the field, and how this strategy makes us a leader in the philanthropic space. Tune in to hear about our rigorous processes and how we're setting a new standard for charity efficiency.

Key Highlights

• Explanation of All Access's 100% giving model and its origins.
• How financial integrity, transparency, and efficiency drive our operations.
• The logistics behind managing two separate bank accounts for operations and field grants.
• Importance of overhead and why it should be viewed in relation to organizational impact.
• Encouragement for other organizations within the charity industry to adopt similar models.

Quotes

• "I really want people to take advantage of this giving strategy. And I realized that they're putting trust in me as someone doing that for them." – Lane Kipp
• "What donors are really looking for when they ask about overhead is, 'How well can I trust you with this dollar?'" – Lane Kipp

In this episode of the Effective Giving podcast, we continue our six-part strategy series by diving into strategy number four: "giving together." Lane Kipp, founder of All Access, discusses the power of pooled giving to an actively managed portfolio, and how it can exponentially increase impact. We also explore the joys of community involvement and the tactical approach behind our collaborative giving strategy. Tune in to discover how inviting friends to join you in giving can transform lives and maximize your contributions.

In this episode of "The Effective Giving Podcast," Lane Kipp, the founder of All Access International, takes us through part three of their six-part miniseries on All Access's strategy to end global physical and spiritual poverty. This episode delves into evaluating organizations, shedding light on the rigorous process All Access undertakes to select high-impact programs. Listeners will gain valuable insights into the meticulous approach used to ensure all the organizations All Access supports are transparent and maximally effective in the mission to provide access to the gospel and the means of physical wellbeing in the places that need it most.

In this episode of the Effective Giving podcast, Lane Kipp, founder of All Access International, delves into part two of the six-part miniseries on our strategy: 2. Consulting experts. Lane sheds light on how All Access harnesses insights from both global and local experts to identify and implement high-impact solutions aimed at ending global spiritual and physical poverty. This episode offers listeners a closer look at the value of expert consultation in crafting effective and sustainable interventions.

In this episode of the Effective Giving Podcast, we kick off a six-part miniseries with Lane Kipp, founder of All Access International, exploring their comprehensive strategy to maximize global impact. Lane delves into the first component of their strategy: analyzing data to identify the most impoverished and unreached areas globally. Learn how data drives effective giving and ensures every contribution makes a significant difference.

In this episode of the podcast Lane Kipp discusses lessons learned from his interactions with organizations and donors, emphasizing the need for efficiency, transparency, and a redemptive perspective on giving. He suggests treating organizations as vendors and focusing on the impact and efficiency they can provide. Lane also explores the tension between efficiency and building relationships, highlighting the importance of balancing both aspects. He addresses the challenges faced by donor-advised funds and the need for a better donor experience. Overall, Lane encourages donors to be more transactional in their giving and to prioritize effectiveness in addressing global problems.