Friends! Apologies for the delay and odd timing of this episode drop. Maybe you aren’t even paying that close attention… but these usually drop on Fridays, and this episode was supposed to drop last Friday, October 24th.
Some scheduling and technical snafus made that impossible… so here we are. Thank you for your patience and understanding!
Also, also: with the delay, we are now exactly TWO WEEKS out from a community care-focused gathering that I really hope you’ll attend. We’ll tell you ALL about it in the episode. Register here!
In this episode of the For the Love of Humanity Podcast, I welcome Betsy McDermott Altheimer — a coach, artist, fundraising consultant, and founder of Table Forte Coaching and Consulting.
Betsy shares her transformative journey, emphasizing the importance of coaching, creativity, and community care in her work — and really, in her whole life.
She recounts personal stories that highlight her philosophy of compassion and human connection, including a profound experience at a hospital.
Our conversation delves into the essence of — and widespread need for! — the skill of coaching. Betsy also talks about her artistic and creative practices, connecting them to her work in fundraising.
The episode also announces the launch of the Community Care Collective in 2026 — a new initiative aimed at supporting individuals in community-based work through mutual care and coaching.
Don’t miss our special offerings for you — two introductory gatherings, planned for November and December 2025, providing both a “taste” of the Collective… AND a meaningful respite amidst the busy, stressful end-of-year fundraising season.
Episode Overview
00:00 | A Teaser
01:32 | Welcome to the Podcast
02:33 | Introduction to Betsy McDermott Altheimer
04:32 | Betsy’s Personal Stories of Dehumanization and Humanization
08:47 | The Power of Our Shared Human Experience
19:07 | Understanding the Role of a Coach
26:28 | The Center for Coaching in Organizations
29:52 | Creativity and Spirituality in Coaching
33:49 | The Power of Human Creativity
34:26 | The Joy of Social Media (!)
36:20 | Fundraising and Its Connection to Art
41:47 | Navigating Cancer, Building Community
48:30 | Holistic Wellness and Avoiding Burnout
55:00 | Introducing the Community Care Collective
01:02:51 | Embracing Abundance in Fundraising
01:06:16 | Final Thoughts and Gratitude
Links from Betsy
Table Forte Coaching and Consulting
Center for Coaching in Organizations
As Mentioned In the Episode
Inspiring Instagram Account to Follow!
Register TODAY for the online gathering coming up on November 12th: The Community Care Collective: A Taste
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