Act to Impact with Brandi DeVries
This show will fuel your fire within to make an impact in the world. It will ignite action to become aware of your untapped gifts, connect with causes close to your heart, and inspire you to take action to make a lasting impact. Brandi is a long-time advocate and fundraiser for a national non-profit and is dedicated to introducing you to stories of hope, resilience, and community from the pediatric cancer community and impact makers around the world that will inspire your purpose to make an impact.
Episodes
61 episodes
The Hidden Reality of Childhood Cancer Survivorship
What happens when surviving childhood cancer is only the beginning of the battle?In this deeply moving episode of Act to Impact, Brandi sits down with childhood cancer survivor, author, and advocate Mariah Forster Olson t...
How Perseverance Built a Crown
After competing four times, Bella finally earned the title of Miss South Dakota Teen USA 2025. But her story is about so much more than a crown. It’s about resilience, growth through rejection, and using your voice to create real impact....
Mom on a Mission: Why Sun Safety Can’t Wait
In this episode of Act to Impact, Leah shares her journey from new mom to melanoma survivor—and how she’s now on a mission to make skin checks routine, sun safety non-negotiable, and awareness personal for families everywhere.Th...
How Miss Minnesota USA Is Fighting for Girls’ Dignity
What if something as simple as a pad or tampon determined whether a girl could go to school?In this episode of Act to Impact, host Brandi DeVries sits down with Megan Rivera to discuss how she’s using her crown to ...
The Secret to ‘Doing It All’ (DIML)
If you’ve ever wondered how some women seem to do it all? This episode pulls back the curtain on my daily life. In this solo episode of Act to Impact, Brandi DeVries shares a behind-the-scenes look at her daily ro...
How College Prep Is a Catalyst for Lifelong Purpose and Global Impact
What if preparing students for college could also prepare them to change the world?In this powerful episode of Act to Impact, host Brandi DeVries sits down with Shellee Howard, Founder and CEO of College Ready and ...
From Misdiagnosed to Mission-Driven: Protecting Skin, Saving Lives
Just three weeks after welcoming her daughter into the world, Melissa Kultgen was diagnosed with Stage 2C melanoma—after four doctors told her the spot on her lip was “nothing to worry about.”In this powerful episode of
From Medicine to Mission: What Serving on a Nonprofit Board Really Looks Like
What does it actually mean to serve on a nonprofit board, and how do you know if it’s right for you?This conversation is a must-listen for anyone curious about serving on a nonprofit board or volunteer committee. Dr. Abbie Mille...
Inclusion Revolution: The Impact of Buddy Benches
In this episode of Act to Impact, host Brandi DeVries sits down with Karri Seland—former Miss Minnesota Galaxy 2025, United States of America’s Miss Wisconsin 2024, marketing professional, and founder of the STAR initiative. Karri shares how he...
What to Say (and Not Say) When a Child Has Cancer: How to Truly Support Families
When a family is facing childhood cancer—or grieving the loss of a child—many of us want to help but don’t know what to say. In this episode of Act to Impact, host Brandi DeVries sits down with Abby Breyfogle, a mom, advocate, and nonp...
December 25 – The Fire Within
Focus: Your light doesn’t end on Christmas — it’s just beginning. Action Prompt: Write one commitment for how you’ll keep making an impact in 2026.Subscribe and Follow Act to Impact: Don’t miss an episode! New ep...
December 24 – The Greatest Gift
Focus: The greatest gift you can give is yourself — your time, love, and light. Action Prompt: Be fully present with someone you love today.Subscribe and Follow Act to Impact: Don’t miss an episode! New episodes ...
December 23 – The Legacy You Leave
Focus: You’re writing a story of love through your actions. Action Prompt: Share your favorite “impact moment” from this year.Subscribe and Follow Act to Impact: Don’t miss an episode! New episodes drop every oth...
December 22 - Joy in the Journey
Focus: Impact isn’t about perfection — it’s about progress. Action Prompt: Reflect: What has brought you joy this month?Subscribe and Follow Act to Impact: Don’t miss an episode! New episodes drop every other Wed...
December 21 – The Gift of Hope
Focus: Your hope might be the miracle someone’s waiting for.Action Prompt: Send an encouraging message to a friend who’s struggling.Subscribe and Follow Act to Impact: Don’t miss an episode! New episodes drop eve...
December 20 – Lead by Example
Action Thought: When you feel the focus is on you, act with purpose to be an example for others. Action Prompt: Share one impact story that has inspired you recently.Subscribe and Follow Act to Impact: Don’t miss...
December 19 - Give From Your Heart
Action Thought: You don’t need money to make a difference — you need heart.Action Prompt: Use a personal skill to help someone else today.Subscribe and Follow Act to Impact: Don’t miss an episode! New episodes dr...
December 18 - The Power of Consistency
Action Thought: Impact grows through commitment, not intensity. Action Prompt: Write one consistent action you can take weekly in 2026.Subscribe and Follow Act to Impact: Don’t miss an episode! New episodes ...
December 17 - From Thought to Action
Action Thought: Ideas mean nothing without getting put into motion. Action Prompt: Schedule 15 minutes today to take action on a cause you care about.Subscribe and Follow Act to Impact: Don’t miss an episode! New...
December 16 - Courage Over Comfort
Action Thought: You won’t always feel ready. Choose to say 'yes' and act anyway.Action Prompt: Say yes to one thing that scares or stretches you.Subscribe and Follow Act to Impact: Don’t miss an episode! New epis...
December 15 - Small Acts, Big Impact
Action Thought: Every small step counts.Action Prompt: Choose one small action to repeat every day this week.Subscribe and Follow Act to Impact: Don’t miss an episode! New episodes drop every other Wednesday....
December 14 - Compassion in Action
Action Thought: True connection turns empathy into energy. Action Prompt: Donate an item or volunteer for a local drive.Subscribe and Follow Act to Impact: Don’t miss an episode! New episodes drop every other Wed...
December 13 - The Power of Presence
Action Thought: Sometimes the most impactful thing you can give is your time. Action Prompt: Put down the phone and any distraction. Spend time fully present with someone today.Subscribe and Follow Act to Impact...
