Conscious Alliance the Art of Feeding People with Justin Levy

Episode 266: Justin Levy, Executive Director at non-profit Conscious Alliance, talks about his cerebral palsy, working with at risk kids, and leading a movement that has served over 10 million meals to kids and families in need.

Guest Biography

Justin Levy has served as Executive Director of Conscious Alliance since 2012. His focus on expanding the organization's distribution capabilities resulted in the acquisition of a national distribution center and headquarters in Broomfield, Colorado in 2020, as well as the launch of new and innovative programs to accelerate delivery and impact. Levy has made food quality a priority, improving the health and nutrition standards of donated foods. Levy's focus lies heavily on serving the Native American and youth communities through seeking donations, as well as implementing gardening programs that align with community culture.

With Cerebral Palsy and severe dyslexia, Levy works with his limitations to bring a fierce spirit to support others. Levy has had 14 surgeries, has been in and out of wheelchairs, and has endured thousands of hours of painful physical therapy – and he had to learn how to walk four different times before finishing high school. Due to the hardships he has endured throughout his life, Levy is unable to read or drive. As a highly functioning Executive Director, where he lacks in creating spreadsheets and emails, he makes up for tenfold through inspiration, facilitating a powerful organizational culture, and cultivating meaningful partnerships through strong relationships. Levy holds a degree in Service-Learning Program Development from Warren Wilson College.

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In this episode, you'll learn:

• The power of experiential learning outside of the classroom
• Justin's sometimes circuitous and unplanned path of helping kids
• How Conscious Alliance has scaled its impact in a big way

Show notes: https://www.inspiredmoney.fm/266