I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text...Discover the incredible journey of Wendi and Rick Cross as Wendi takes us from the heart of Africa to the vibrant communities of Sacramento. Wendy's story began with the adoption of a young boy from Ethiopia, sparking a mission that transcends borders to support vulnerable children. Learn how an eye-opening family trip to Africa inspired the creation of a children's home in Uganda, where local staff strive to empower ...
I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text...Evelyn Jensen, CEO of Impact 100 and Sarina Paulsen, President of the organization give us some key dates as we head into the new year. A recently launched opportunity for a member scholarship is now available with the application period open from Dec1, 2024 thru January 5, 2025. The other key dates are application for your nonprofit organization to compete in the 2025 awards and they are January 13th, 2025 through Ma...
I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text...Trailblazer, performing artist, Executive Driector and Co-Founder of G.I.R.L.S. Rock Sacramento, Larisa Bryski joins me to share her inspiring journey behind founding G.I.R.L.S. Rock Sacramento, a dynamic initiative empowering young girls, women and those struggling to be their authentic selves. Through gender inclusion with radical love and support (GIRLS), the organization uses music, performance and other creative ...
I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text...If you missed the first ever, Sacramento Philanthropy Summit this past October, you may have heard about the incredible presentation made by Dr. Jane Wei-Skillern. I had the opportunity to catch up with her afterward to share a brief summary of what she presented. If this piques your interest and you would like to see a little more, you can get a summary video in the link HERE. Finally, if you would like to view...
I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text...How does a nonprofit like the Safety Center maintain its mission of enhancing community safety over 90 years? Join me, Jeff Holden, as we uncover the remarkable legacy and strategic vision of this organization with insights from CEO, Darell Teat and Chief Operations and Strategy Officer, Kelly Huffman. With divisions spanning DUI education, motorcycle safety, workplace training, and the beloved Safetyville, the Safety...
I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text...Unlock the secrets to breaking the cycle of poverty through education, work and community with Father Christopher Calderon, President of Cristo Rey High School as he shares the transformative journey of students as they progress through their years on campus. With heartwarming success stories like Ximena's—a trailblazer as the first in her family to attend college—this episode sheds light on the powerful role educatio...
I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text...The loss of her grandson, Joshua, to addiction and homelessness profoundly changed Marlene Fitzwater's perspective on caring for marginalized communities. This personal tragedy motivated her to establish Joshua's House, a hospice facility dedicated to offering dignity and support to terminally ill homeless individuals. In this episode, listeners are invited to join a heartfelt discussion with Marlene, the visionary fo...
I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text...Imagine standing on a sprawling ranch in Grass Valley, where the chaos of urban life fades away and students in need find a sanctuary of hope. Nate Boyd, Executive Director and Zach Malek, Outreach Pastor join me to share their experiences at Christian Encounter Ranch, a place of refuge and transformation for young individuals facing severe challenges like domestic violence and substance use disorders. Nate takes us t...
I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text...Join me for an emotional and inspiring conversation as I welcome Erica Pope, Executive Director and John Burke Camp Director from the Me-One Foundation to explore their remarkable mission of providing cancer patients and their families with a much-needed escape. We discuss how the foundation was born from the personal journey of Tom and Heidi Wieser, who, after experiencing the benefits of a similar camp in Southern C...
I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text...Ever wondered how a career path can take unexpected yet rewarding turns? Join me for an inspiring conversation with Lauretta Casimir-Mahoney, the CEO and President of NeighborWorks. Lauretta takes us through her unique journey from aspiring to be a judge advocate general in the US Navy to becoming a powerhouse in real estate and mortgage finance. You'll hear firsthand how an aversion to student debt led her to buy her...
I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text...What if we could see homelessness not just as a social issue but as a deeply personal journey? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Christina Bilyeu, Chief of Mental Health Services, The Permanente Medical Group, and President of the board at HOPE Cooperative, to explore the layers of homelessness in Sacramento. Dr. Bilyeu shares moving insights from her own family’s struggles with housing insecurity, revealing how th...
I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text...What if you could directly impact the lives of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) while fostering a more inclusive society? They could be autism, Down's Syndrome, FragileX and other not so visible disabilities that none the less, create challenging lifestyles for those experiencing them as well as the families who support those with these conditions. Join me, Jeff Holden, for an inspiri...
I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text...Join me, Jeff Holden, for an enlightening conversation with Amanda McCarthy, Executive Director of River City Food Bank, as we explore the vital role food banks play in our communities. Amanda breaks down the differences between regional and local food banks, shedding light on how River City Food Bank directly supports nearly 30,000 people each month. Discover the organization's incredible adaptability in the face of ...
I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text...What if you could help create a world where people with disabilities thrive in fulfilling careers? We're going to discuss just that. Join me as I sit down with Jeff Dern, President and CEO of PRIDE Industries to uncover the inspiring journey of the organization, a pioneering nonprofit with a mission to foster employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. From their modest beginnings at St. Luke's Church ...
I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text...What if nearly half the youth in your community felt hopeless? Join me, Jeff Holden, as I sit down with Staci Anderson, President and CEO of Pro Youth and Families to explore how this remarkable organization has transformed over the past forty years to meet the evolving needs of young people. From its beginnings tackling drug and alcohol issues, Pro Youth and Families has expanded to offer resilience-building, leaders...
I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text...What if the solution to combating domestic violence, elder abuse, and human trafficking lies in the power of community collaboration? Join me as I sit down with the inspiring Faith Whitmore, a United Methodist pastor turned political figure, who now leads the Family Justice Center in Sacramento. Faith's journey is nothing short of remarkable, and she credits her diverse background for preparing her to champion a cause...
I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text...What critical role do vernal pools play in our ecosystem, and why should their preservation be a priority? Join me, Jeff Holden, as I uncover these questions with Mackenzie Wieser, CEO off Sacramento Splash. Mackenzie offers an in-depth look into these unique habitats, discussing the diverse species they host and their importance in maintaining biodiversity. Highlighting the lifecycle of creatures like tadpole shrimp,...
I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text...What if navigating the healthcare system could be a seamless journey rather than a daunting challenge? Greg Stone, CEO of Peach Tree Health joins me to shed light on the fascinating evolution of Peach Tree Health, from its humble beginnings as a county-controlled clinic in Yuba County to a pioneering independent nonprofit and federally qualified health center. Together, we unpack the collaborative efforts with hospita...
I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text...Join me for a fascinating exploration of Sacramento's significant historical evolution with our passionate guests, Walter White, President of the Sacramento Historical Society, Delta Pick Mello, Vice President and Gregg Lukenbill, Vice President. Listen in as Gregg passionately outlines Sacramento's monumental contributions from the Civil War, the Gold Rush, and the construction of the transcontinental railroad to the...
I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text...What does it take to help newly arriving refugees, immigrants, and survivors of trafficking find stability and a sense of belonging in a new country? On this episode, I welcome Jessie Mabry, CEO of Opening Doors, a nonprofit organization that has been making a significant impact in Northern California since 1993. Jessie takes us through the inspiring journey of how a modest church outreach grew into a robust 501c3 non...