Social Impact Leader

Super Bowl to Nonprofit leader with Malcolm Mitchell

Episode Summary

Today we are sitting down with Malcolm Mitchell, a Super Bowl Champion turned nonprofit leader who is tackling the issues around illiteracy through his organization, Share the Magic. During his freshman year in college, Malcolm developed a love of reading. Initially, reading was a challenge, however, through perseverance, books became an avenue for expanding his curiosity, creativity, and learning. Malcolm shares his story and challenges throughout his journey. "My mother instilled this mentality of open-mindedness... Every human being is important. Everyone has something to offer." - Malcolm Mitchell, Share the Magic Foundation

Episode Notes

Today we are sitting down with Malcolm Mitchell, a Super Bowl Champion turned nonprofit leader who is tackling the issues around illiteracy through his organization, Share the Magic. During his freshman year in college, Malcolm developed a love of reading. Initially, reading was a challenge, however, through perseverance, books became an avenue for expanding his curiosity, creativity, and learning. Malcolm shares his story and challenges throughout his journey.

"My mother instilled this mentality of open-mindedness... Every human being is important. Everyone has something to offer." - Malcolm Mitchell, Share the Magic Foundation

Check out Malcolm's Work:
Share the Magic Foundation - Read with Malcolm
The Magician's Hat by Malcolm Mitchell
Watch Malcolm's talk at Plywood Presents 2021

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