What would you do if a sudden crisis turned your world upside down? When tragedy strikes, the emotional, physical, and financial toll can feel overwhelming. In this episode of Expert Connexions, host Julie Holton Smith speaks with Mark Howell, the visionary founder of Fund A Life, a Michigan nonprofit dedicated to lifting people out of crisis with critical financial support.

Since its founding in 2017, Fund A Life has granted over $1 million to families in need, covering everything from severe illness and unexpected losses to tragic accidents. Now, this Giving Tuesday, Fund A Life is launching its boldest campaign yet, “A Spark of Hope,” aiming to bring relief to even more lives in Michigan. Mark shares his journey, the challenges, and the uplifting moments of hope that have defined his organization’s mission.

In this episode:

• Discover Fund A Life’s impact across Michigan.

• Get an inside look at “A Spark of Hope,” Mark’s innovative plan for Giving Tuesday.

• Learn valuable fundraising strategies and community engagement tips for

• nonprofits to amplify their end-of-year impact!

Join us for this powerful episode to see how hope and community support can transform lives in their darkest moments.