Be Kind Always

As parents, we know the importance of community when raising children. Parents with children with special needs come together at Raising Special Kids to provide support for one another and walk along side them on their journey. 

Kate Fasset of Valleywise Health Foundation joins the show to announce their official move-in date to the new Valleywise Hospital. Decked out with state-of-the-art technology and immaculate facilities, Valleywise aims to break more records and serve more Arizonans in the improved space. 

Special Olympics of Arizona CEO Jamie Heckerman has decades of experience, having worked her way up through many differing roles and responsibilities. She explains the way athletes are treated at Special Olympics and some of the exciting accomplishments in her tenure. 

What does it take to start a tuition-free public charter school? Julia Meyerson knew she had what it took. The group of 5 schools now known as Vista College Preparatory empowers at-risk children to look beyond childhood to wonder, "what's next?"  

UMOM is positioned as the experts for family homelessness in the Valley and act as the matching agency for the Family Housing Hub. CEO Jackson Fonder joins Jordan Moreno to discuss the future of homelessness in Phoenix and how we can help.

It's no secret that Central Arizona Shelter Services is busy. Between addressing singles, families and elders that are experiencing homelessness, the organization is expanding and addressing the root causes of homelessness for all ages. 

The American Red Cross is an organization that's been around since before Arizona was even a state. Chances are, you've heard of the brand but what I bet you didn't know is the importance and the presence right here in Arizona.

April is Autism Awareness and Acceptance month. Our guest is SARRC's CEO Danny Openden, who is a wealth of knowledge on autism and hopeful that the next generation of Arizonans will understand and accept autism better than ever before. 

Now more than ever, seniors are turning to nonprofits for food needs. We're wrapping up National Nutrition Month and seniors are in dire need of relief from the rising cost of goods across the state and that's one of the reasons Valley-based nonprofit FSL (Foundation for Senior Living) is seeing a 15% spike in the number of people using their food pantries. 

Linda Scott joins Jordan Moreno for a discussion surrounding the skills needed to be successful in "the real world" for teens aging out of foster care. 

The Be Kind People Project exists to instill core values and behaviors such as kindness in children and adults alike through storytelling, dance, positive role models and a whole lot of entertainment!

In pivoting with the ever-evolving shifts in care for Mesa residents, CEO Mark Young leads the charge as Mesa United Way launches a secondary nonprofit; Azura. 

You may have visited the Children's Museum of Phoenix with littles, but do you know the rich history of the organization? CEO Kate Wells has been part of the growth since its very inception and is a wealth of knowledge on child wellbeing. 

One local family is celebrating the life of a daughter gone too soon by raising funds and awareness for congenital heart disease in honor of baby Raegan. 

Phoenix Rescue Mission's CEO Ken Brissa talks homelessness, addiction, cycles of poverty and more as the org celebrates 71 years in the Valley. 

Swift Youth Foundation Board Chair Lori Berman sits with host Jordan Moreno to express her passion for the Swift Youth Foundation model and shares campfire stories of lives changed in the process. 

The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society exists to seek a cure for blood cancers, and to improve the quality of life for patients throughout their journey. What's more, LLS advocates for safer, tailored treatment and care of children nation-wide. 

Check For A Lump; the simple advice from one local organization that could be life-saving. Ashley Plum joins host Jordan Moreno to talk about women's health and the simple ways we can check for potentially cancerous lumps right at home. 

Rachel Sisneros is the CEO of Rising Families, an organization dedicated to ensuring children of all communities feel empowered to make a difference in the place they call home. 

Feeding Matters CEO Jaclyn Pederson joins host Jordan Moreno as they discover they had more in common than they initially thought. Both having navigated the journey of a child with Pediatric Feeding Disorder, the conversation is packed with good-to-know info, anecdotes and ah-ha moments. 

Wade Crum is an extraordinary young person who started the nonprofit at just 13 years old. Now, Pass It On is a state-wide organization taking donations of gently used sports gear, and repurposing the items for children who need it most so that all children have access to play sports without barriers. 

Chandra Stewart is the Director of Donor Relations at HonorHealth Foundation. She sits down with host Jordan Moreno to explain the Foundation's role in a hospital to provide support beyond the procedure. 

Calling all boujee dog owners! The Day of the Dog is for you. Everything from pet pampering to all-organic treats, and all for a great cause. 

Madonna Bistany has been Future for KIDS' CEO for more than 17 years. During that time, she's seen the impact that positive adult mentors can have on at-risk youth. As she describes it, "magic".

Noah Wolfe joins host Jordan Moreno to discuss the ways Grand Canyon University serves our community, and the major plans for the coming years. 

One child's experiment to battle isolation during the COVID-19 pandemic turned into a full-blown international nonprofit. Just 8 years old at the time, Anaik Sachdev tells us about the ups and downs of entrepreneurship. 

Fran Mallace is the driving leader behind Make-A-Wish Arizona and their efforts to spread light and wishes to spark hope for children facing critical illness.

Miss Mesa Stephanie Deleon and board member Erica McBeth discuss their personal journeys with mental health and the steps we can take as friends and family in the community to TALK away the dark. 

Kitchen On The Street CEO Lisa Scarpinato was at a dinner party with friends and family over a decade ago when they started discussing the food insecurity that existed within the school districts. Little did they know, that conversation would lead to the Kitchen On The Street organization that it is today! 

Host Jordan Moreno sits down with Stacey Jay Caviliere of Aunt Rita's Foundation to discuss the way living with HIV and AIDS has changed over time, and the steps Aunt Rita's Foundation takes daily to improve the lives of those impacted. 

Baller Dream Foundation supports children and young people through their cancer journey. When talking with Jennifer Van Moorelehem one thing is clear; they aren't patients, they are "ballers" living a baller lifestyle!

Alice Cooper's Solid Rock Teen Centers in Phoenix and Mesa are grooming the rockstars of tomorrow--all for free. Hear their stories with our guest, Randy Spencer. 

Maria Jesus Cervantes joins host Jordan Moreno for a deep dive into Chicanos Por La Causa history and Arizona's rich Latino roots. 

Jessie Bustamante is a rockstar leader in our community who drives ACCEL's daily programs, ensuring education, dignity and independence for anyone with special needs. 

What was once considered a sleepy retirement community is now a bustling cluster of cities making serious economic impact! 

Jason Reed is United Food Bank's newest CEO with big dreams for the future!

Ability360's CEO Chris Rodriguez joins host Jordan Moreno to discuss Ability360's programs, advocacy efforts and community to ensure inclusion for Phoenicians living with a wide variety of disabilities. 

Spectrum Medical stopped by to discuss the ways that they serve the LGBTQ+ community from primary care to HIV testing and more. National HIV Testing Day is coming up June 27th. 

There is nothing more powerful than a mom on a mission. Amanda Hope Rainbow Angels CEO Lorraine Tallman tell us about her journey with childhood cancer and the ways in which she ensures her daughter's legacy lives on. 

Time to talk human trafficking in Phoenix. It's a heartbreaking reality, but it's happening in our neighborhoods. Carlos Daniel and Shauna Sexton from Phoenix Dream Center join host Jordan Moreno to discuss the signs of trafficking, how we can help and how we can turn trauma into triumph together. 

Dr. Aaron Blocher-Rubin sits down with Jordan Moreno to discuss Arizona Autism United's expansion into the West Valley and the importance of location when receiving treatment. 

10 foster children, 4 adoptions, 1 very busy mama! Darcy Olsen is the CEO of The Center for the Rights of Abused Children and passionate caregiver for vulnerable children across the country.