In this episode, my guest Jean Shafiroff is sharing very important and meaningful topic. We are discussing a few key points:

• how Jean decided to switch from a career on Wall Street to full-time philanthropy
• what is the story behind "First Lady of Philanthropy"
• main missions and goals
• challenges in philanthropy
• lessons learned
• where is the most need
• how to become a philanthropist
• how can you make a difference

My Guest

Jean Shafiroff @jeanshafiroff

Fashion icon, philanthropist, TV host and author Jean Shafiroff continues her drive to motivate charitable giving among more people across the world. The name Jean Shafiroff is synonymous with philanthropy and fashion. Named the “First Lady of Philanthropy” by Hello and Hola Magazines, Ms. Shafiroff has heard her calling and uses her vast professional and personal network to bring aid to individuals and organizations in need.

Jean Shafiroff’s philanthropy and advocacy spans far and wide, both in regional, national, and international positions, in order to make sure that the causes she finds dear and deserving have a voice that resonates with donors, influencers, and those who rely on these charitable organizations.

Shafiroff is a board member of several charities including the French Heritage Society, Southampton Hospital Association, NYC Mission Society, CoutureCouncil, Southampton Animal Shelter Honorary Board and Global Strays, a charity founded by her daughter which helps and protects animals in Latin America. Jean is active with the NY Women’s Foundation and considers women’s issues a priority. She has been honored by countless charities just some of which are the American Heart Association , American Cancer Society, Stony Brook Southampton Hospital, NYC Mission Society, the Hadassah , Surgeons of Hope, Southampton Animal Shelter, the Ellen Hermanson Foundation and even Al Sharpton’s National Action Network .

Your Host

Olyasha Novozhylova - NotBasicBlonde @notbasicblonde_

NotBasicBlonde Podcast - @nbbpodcast

Olyasha Novozhylova is the founder and creator of Not Basic Blonde, a fashion, and lifestyle blog dedicated to inspiring young women to create an extraordinary style.

The Russian model led an impressive 10-year career in fashion and runway in Atlanta and overseas, as well as enjoying several acting roles.

Now a leading influencer, Olyasha shares her beauty, wellness, and fashion tips with an audience of over half a million.

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