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How 100 Men of Dane County Turned $1,000 Donations Into $2.8 Million of Impact

October 21, 2025 • Josh Kosnick • Episode 229

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When a handful of friends decided to turn generosity into action, they created something extraordinary.

In this episode of the Spartan Leadership Podcast, host Josh Kosnick sits down with Charlie Wills and Jason Guttenberg, two of the founding members of 100 Men of Dane County—a collective of business leaders dedicated to helping local children and families move from survival → success → significance.

Together they unpack how a small idea born on a golf course became a powerhouse of community transformation, giving away more than $2.8 million to Dane County nonprofits since 2018.

You’ll hear:
• How HackFest and a cancer diagnosis sparked the idea.
• Why simple structure and shared purpose beat red tape and perfection.
• The real stories behind the grants changing kids’ lives.
• Lessons on faith, fatherhood, and legacy from three servant-leaders.
• How you can start a giving collective in your own community.

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If this conversation moves you, share it—and consider joining or starting your own “100 Men” chapter. Leadership begins where generosity meets action.

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