Author 2000 articles, guest 150 podcasts, Past President American Agri-Women, author bio of Mark Victor Hansen, the Chicken Soup for the Soul guy.
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Mitzi Perdue has spent a lifetime proving that generosity is about far more than money. An author, humanitarian, philanthropist, and war correspondent, Mitzi brings a unique perspective shaped by a family legacy of giving and a personal commitment to serving others. In her conversation with Rick on Money to Give, she shares how the values instilled by her parents and reinforced throughout her life continue to guide her work today, from reporting on the war in Ukraine to helping develop innovative solutions for mental health support in conflict zones.
One of the most powerful themes in the conversation is the idea that true fulfillment comes from helping others. Mitzi recalls a lesson from her father, co-founder of the Sheraton Hotel chain, who told her, "The greatest pleasure that all my money has ever given me is in giving it away." Her mother reinforced a similar philosophy, encouraging her children to "put back in the bucket" and to act quickly when they felt inspired to do something kind or generous. Those lessons became the foundation of a life measured not by accumulation, but by contribution.
Today, Mitzi channels those values into her work as a war correspondent in Ukraine. Through hundreds of published articles, she documents stories of resilience, courage, and survival that might otherwise go untold. She believes storytelling itself is an act of service; one that helps people understand suffering, preserves truth, and inspires action. Reflecting on her family's values, she noted that people were never admired for what they owned, but for how much they served others. That perspective continues to shape her approach to philanthropy and humanitarian work.
The conversation also explored an ambitious initiative aimed at addressing the mental health crisis created by war. Recognizing that millions of Ukrainians lack access to counseling and support, Mitzi is helping advance an artificial intelligence-based platform designed to provide culturally relevant mental health assistance through smartphones. While she readily acknowledges that technology cannot replace trained professionals, she views it as a compassionate and scalable solution where traditional resources are scarce. At its heart, the project reflects a simple but profound belief: when people are suffering, we have a responsibility to use every tool available to help.
Mitzi's story reminds us that generosity can take many forms, sharing resources, telling stories, supporting innovation, or simply choosing to care about someone else's struggle. Her life offers a compelling example of how purpose-driven service can create lasting impact across generations and across borders. If philanthropy is ultimately about improving the lives of others, Mitzi demonstrates that there are countless ways to answer that call.
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UN Fund Launches Global Luminary Campaign, Calls on Private Sector to Support & Stand in Solidarity with Women Building Peace
10 Feb 2025
(New York) – The United Nations Women’s Peace and Humanitarian Fund (WPHF) has launched a new global campaign calling on individuals and corporations to scale up investment in women building peace. Together with WPHF Global Advocate Kristen Bell and thirteen distinguished women entrepreneurs, influencers, philanthropists and youth activists from around the world, the WPHF Global Luminary Campaign spotlights the inspiring stories of women peacebuilders, humanitarians, and rights defenders - while calling on the private sector to support women who are forging a more peaceful and equal world for all.
“In today’s rapidly shifting partnership landscape, those of us committed to the promise of peace must remain steadfast in our shared vision to make peace a reality for all,” said Tonni Brodber, Head of the WPHF Secretariat. “Today we’re calling on everyone – from governments, philanthropists, corporations, and people just like you – to join us in solidarity with women who are changing the world.”
Less than 1% of international aid ever makes it into the hands of women’s organizations working in crisis contexts, and that figure is only backsliding. As the UN’s only financing mechanism dedicated to supporting local women’s groups and women human rights defenders in conflict settings, WPHF provides flexible funding and capacity strengthening to women in over 46 crisis-affected countries working to transform their communities, respond to crisis and build lasting peace.
Today the world is seeing lifesaving foreign aid and critical funding for gender equality initiatives allocated for conflict and crisis settings at severe risk. While women and girls continue to bear the brunt of escalating crises worldwide, women and their local organizations are serving as the engines of peace and transformation in their communities. Across the globe women are organizing to improve the impact of humanitarian aid, protect the fundamental rights of the most marginalized, and lift entire communities out of poverty. These women are demanding and deserve the world’s renewed attention, recognition and support.
Time and time again it has been proven that women are at the heart of lasting peace.” said Brodber. “Support to WPHF means direct support to women on the frontlines who are building peace where it’s needed most. Now more than ever, we must step up and push forward the global movement for peace. The world needs us and these Global Luminaries are answering the call. Will you?”
Find out more and join the WPHF Global Luminary movement at WPHFund.org/GlobalLuminaries