In this episode, I speak with Zach Sudfeld—former NFL player and long-term All Access advocate—about his journey from professional sports to empowering locals with access to the Gospel and the means of physical well-being in Uganda. Zach shares how hands-on encounters with poverty shaped his vision for effective giving, the lessons he learned through partnering with locals on the ground, and why it’s critical to pair generosity with careful program evaluation. We discuss how transparency, pooled giving, and rigorous reporting enable All Access members to maximize their impact in the world’s most unreached and impoverished places.

Key Highlights

• Zach reflects on formative experiences traveling as a teenager, which led to a lifelong commitment to empower locals with access to the Gospel and physical well-being.
• Practical lessons from program work in Uganda—what it looks like to partner with locals, recognize cultural context, and shift from one-time giving to sustainable, long-term empowerment.
• The vital role of data, transparency, and ongoing reporting in selecting programs that actually maximize our impact for members.
• A deep dive into integrating giving into personal financial strategy, including the benefits of pooled giving and approaching generosity with intentionality.
• A candid look at the complexity of global poverty—from mistaken approaches that create dependency to the importance of humility and learning through real program updates.

In this engaging episode of The All Access Podcast, founder Lane Kipp welcomes Paul Norell, the new Chief Impact Officer. Kipp and Norell discuss the evolution of All Access, focusing on the power of analytics in transformative giving. Paul shares insights from his journey from business to impactful giving. This conversation offers valuable perspectives on effectively engaging donors and maximizing the potential of charitable funds.

Key Highlights

• Introduction of Paul Norell as Chief Impact Officer and his background in business and impactful giving.
• Discussion on All Access's unique approach to charitable giving—100% of contributions go directly to vetted programs.
• Exploration of how analytics have shaped All Access's strategy and decision-making process.
• Personal anecdotes from Paul Norell on the journey from corporate to nonprofit impact advising.
• Insights into how All Access supports spiritual and physical well-being through its portfolio of programs.

In this episode, we discuss the 2024 Annual Report of All Access International. Lane Kipp, the founder, unpacks the meticulous process behind compiling this data with contributions from portfolio partners. We highlight the stories of individuals impacted and the substantial $502,000 granted to top programs across 14 impoverished countries. This episode is a compelling insight into the dedicated work and genuine impact created by the members of All Access.

Key Highlights

• Lane explains the rigorous data-collection process involving MOUs with partners and mid-year checks to ensure accountability.
• The annual report emphasizes storytelling alongside analytics, unveiling personal stories like Moses and Sonia’s transformation.
• Members contributed over half a million dollars—a testament to the power of collective, effective giving.
• The distinctive, web-based format of the report offers an engaging, comprehensive view of All Access's global work.
• Lane highlights the financial transparency with detailed expenditure reports and strategic insights for 2025.

Quotes

• "It is our fiduciary responsibility to our members to provide this information." – Lane Kipp
• "These numbers represent each person—a potential incredible story if we heard it out." – Lane Kipp
• "We're trying to accomplish these big goals. We want people to take it seriously." – Lane Kipp