Inspired Generosity Awards 2026
You can make a huge difference to a person or organization doing good in the world.
Share their story today and they could receive a $10,000 grant.
About the ‘Inspired Generosity’ Awards
This is our fourth year. Last year, more than 500 of you sent in nominations, and we gave $60,000 to organizations across the country.
What past recipients say…
"Because of this $10,000 donation, we have so much more resources available to support these residents and take care of them. We are so grateful for the Crazy Good Turns team. We hope you can continue to do this amazing work of supporting organizations that are trying to spread goodness and love in the world."
Rebecca Grunkemeyer, Heart of Mary House (Nashville, Tennessee)
"If you're a nonprofit or philanthropist and you're looking for assistance in continuing your mission, I would strongly suggest the Crazy Good Turns podcast. They're a crazy awesome team, and they're making a lot of good work in the community."
Joshua Williams, Joshua's Heart Foundation (North Miami Beach, Florida)
"That gift helped us save lives and provide help and hope to the community."
Pastor Dan Johnson, Pine Ridge Reconciliation Center (Pine Ridge, North Dakota)
"We really want to encourage you to nominate another worthy cause that you know that's doing good work in the world. It's a great way to show your support for the cause, and they deserve a crazy good turn too."
Kathy Long, Teens4Teens Help (Woodland Hills, California)
Who can be nominated?
When can I make a nomination?
Who Can Make a Nomination?
Anyone can. You may be involved with the organization as a member, volunteer or even a founder — but you don't have to be. You could also be — or have been — someone served by the organization.
Or, if you just know of a group doing good work in your community, that's welcome too.
How to make a nomination?
- Name & contact information for the organization.
- Your name and email.
- A brief story: what does this organization do, and who does it help?
- Your connection to this organization, and why it matters to you.
- A short video (optional, but we love them).
What happens after I make a nomination?
If you know of friends, family or others who would support the organization, ask that they send in a nomination also.
When we hear from multiple people on behalf of an organization, we can see it's making a real impact.
By making a nomination, you'll be added to our email list. You'll receive notices about our latest shows or blog posts (usually just 1 or 2 messages per month). And you'll get updates about our giveaways and other things going on.
Organizations that receive awards will be notified in the fall and featured in our December episode.
Where do I go to make a nomination?
Hear From Past Recipients
Inspired Generosity Award Recipients
2025
BRIDGE OF HEARTS
A group of retired North Carolina teachers who couldn't stop helping kids. They provide birthday bags, hygiene kits, books, and comfort to children facing homelessness and foster care.
GOTTA HAVE SOLE
When he was five years old, Nick Lowinger visited a homeless shelter and noticed children without proper shoes. The organization he built has since given brand-new shoes to more than 125,000 kids.
GOLDEN STRING
Founded by a man determined to help a friend with Down syndrome, this Ohio organization now provides residential care, life skills, and creative therapy to hundreds of people with disabilities.
LOCKER #505
This Albuquerque student clothing bank gives kids in need brand-new clothes, shoes, and school supplies — with the dignity of a personal shopper. Last year it served more than 5,000 children.
THE JEFFREY DESKOVIC FOUNDATION
Wrongly imprisoned at 17 for a crime he didn't commit, Jeffrey Deskovic spent 16 years behind bars. After his exoneration, he used his own compensation to start an organization that has helped free others who were wrongly convicted.
2024
HEART OF MARY HOUSE
This volunteer hospice in Nashville, Tenn., serves patients who have nowhere else to go. Many are homeless or estranged from their families. All are in the final weeks of their lives.
JOSHUA'S HEART FOUNDATION
At age 4, Joshua wanted to feed the hungry. The extraordinary young man has since built an organization that has served more than 6 million meals to 700,000 people in need.
PINE RIDGE RECONCILIATION CENTER
Located on a Native Reservation in one of the poorest counties in the nation, this organization provides food, shelter, and social services to local residents.
TEENS4TEENS HELP
Founded by two parents after their daughter went through an extremely difficult time in high school, this organization provides online support to teenagers suffering from mental or emotional health challenges.
2023
HEARTS AND HOOVES CORRAL
Horses can help people heal, whether they're a child with special needs or a war veteran. Founded on a family farm, these stables in Chattanooga, Tenn., offer equine therapy services to the community.
JOSHUA'S PLACE
What started as a food pantry in a basement grew to help kids in need in five school districts across southeastern Ohio. They're going even further to help people break free of the cycle of addiction and poverty.
JUST KEEP SMILING
Three women in Gardendale, Alabama, each endured terrible personal tragedies. They came together to turn their harrowing experiences into hope and support for families with critically ill children.