Podcasts about volunteer opportunities

SummaryIn this episode of Service Evolution, Jim Robinson is joined by Debi Kensell from the Restaurant Facility Management Association (RFMA) to dive deep into the powerful spirit of giving embodied by the RFMA Gives initiative. Debi shares the heartfelt origins of RFMA Gives, spotlighting how the board's vision in 2010 transformed a traditional member organization into a force for good—dedicated to leaving every host city better than they found it after each annual conference.Throughout the conversation, Debi and Jim recount moving stories from past projects, from supporting addiction recovery centers to uplifting organizations like soup kitchens and community-focused cafes. Debi emphasizes how the program has grown over seventeen years, not just enhancing facilities for those in need but also forging meaningful connections among volunteers, vendors, and restaurateurs. The conversation highlights how competitors within the industry set aside rivalry to work side by side, adding another dimension to the event's spirit of collaboration and community.Listeners learn about the tangible impact volunteer efforts have, both on local organizations and on participants themselves, who often walk away deeply enriched. The episode also introduces exciting new developments, such as the donation of a dedicated trailer to streamline tools and resources for future projects, demonstrating the ongoing innovation and generosity within the RFMA network. This episode extends an open invitation to experience firsthand the rewards of community service through RFMA Gives!Show Notes(00:00) Introduction(04:46) RFMA's Impactful Conference Mission(08:20) RFMA Gives Team Building Event(12:12) Engaging Communities Through Storytelling(15:24) Soup Kitchen Transformation(18:53) Personal Connections Beyond Conferences(21:18) Volunteer Opportunities and Project Wishlist(23:55) Empowerment Through Mobile Service Trailer(26:45) Volunteering Impact in Denver(29:26) Closing ThoughtsLinksJim Robinson CGP Maintenance and Construction ServicesDebi KensellRestaurant Facility Management Association (RFMA)

In this June, 2025 edition of "Keep it Wild," we talk with Jo Swanson, director of the Friends of the Superior National Forest. Formerly known as the Minnesota Volunteer Connection, the Friends of SNF partners with the U.S. Forest Service on maintenance projects throughout the Superior National Forest, including the BWCAW, and area campgrounds and trails. The group is currently looking for volunteers to help with a number of projects this summer, including pulling invasive plants at the Pincushion Mountains trail system outside of Grand Marais, and trail maintenance work on the Moss and South Lake trails on the Gunflint Trail. (Photo courtesy of Friends of SNF)

Dana In The Morning Highlights 6/10Since 2020 - 91,000 people have moved to HoustonMuseums, Food Bank & Houston Zoo have summer teen volunteer opportunitiesMajority of women love getting compliments on their purse or handbag

As we are well into the first half of the year – and here at INFORMS we have packed a lot into these first few months – now is a terrific time to circle back and check in with the 2025 INFORMS President Dave Hunt. We kicked off a brand-new year of Resoundingly Human podcasts back in January with a special double header featuring Dave where we discussed both his goals and objectives relating to INFORMS as well as heard his perspective on the unique and exciting ways INFORMS members are going to continue to help make smarter decisions for a better world.

Camp Volunteer Opportunities Spring cleaning  at a camp when I was 18 and a virgin. Based on a post by Had2write. Listen to the Podcast at My First Time. Every spring, several of the families from my home town would go to this local summer camp and do a ‘worker bee'. The camp had been around for over 50 years so there was always stuff that needed to be cleaned and fixed. This camp was located in the beautiful upper mid-west, in what folks call ‘lake country'. The plot of land that the camp sat on was just gorgeous. It was over 200 acers of tree covered lake front property. There were several camper cabins around the edge, a lodge/mess hall with a canteen to purchase snacks and souvenirs near the entrance, and a huge activity field in the middle. There was a lot of real estate that need to be spruced up because the winters always took a toll on the old camp and we were there to make it nice and shiny again before the summer campers arrived. The camp was a huge seasonal boost to the local economy and it generally boosted the tourism business and investments in lake properties for several miles around. The town folk realized this and tried to insure the viability in a win-win partnership. To that end, several of us enjoyed some free and discounted lodging options in the off-season. Each worker earned a credit toward an off-season weekend stay. My folks had a wedding to go to, this particular weekend, so since I was 18, I asked to take their slot and get the offer, for when I came home from college some weekend. Normally we would go on Friday and stay until Sunday. The women would clean the kitchen, grand lodge, and do laundry, the men would do building repairs, and the kids would work on cleaning up the grounds around the camp. I always enjoyed these weekends but nothing could ever top the spring trip when I was 18. There was another family who had a daughter, Lynn, she was 18 too. Lynn and I had known each other since preschool. I had never felt any attraction to her but I have to admit, she was turning into a hot lady. She had the nicest ass and her tits were perfect. I was taking notice that weekend. After everybody had arrived and had gotten settled in, we spent Friday night getting our detailed work list, and then everyone visited around the bonfire. I couldn't stop myself from glancing over at Lynn's fire-lit tits. They just kept pulling my eyes back to them. I am pretty sure that I got caught looking because she flashed me a smile and arched her back, pushing her tits out further into the bonfire lit night. The hour was starting to get late so everyone ended to bed. I had to just sit there for a while because there was no hiding what was going on in my pants. The camp was not open for the season yet so there were several cabins that I could go into to release the tension building up inside of me. I just kept thinking about what those beautiful tits would look like without being covered up by clothes. How these would feel in my hands. What it would be like to lick and kiss those nipples. Took me right over the top. Afterwards, I just rolled over and feel asleep until the morning. I walked back to the lodge where everyone else had spent the night. No one even noticed that I didn't sleep in the lodge, or so I thought. After breakfast I went about what I was supposed to be doing. I was picking up sticks and leaves and garbage on the grounds. Leftovers from the long winter. It was unusually warm for May so I had taken my shirt off. It helped some but I was still sweating in the warm sun. I had gone south a few weeks earlier and still had my tan. My shirtless, tan and glistening body must have looked good because as I was working over by the cabins, Lynn and her friend were walking towards the beach but detoured over to talk to me. I am not sure but it sure seemed like I was being checked out by these women. They were looking me all over. It felt nice and a little exciting. I was what you would call a late bloomer and I did not date much in high school. I was kinda shy. My junior year I started working out and over time developed a nice physique. I was no Adonis but I did look pretty good. I was 5' 11", 175 lbs . My legs and arms were solid and I was very proud of my six-pack abs. The fact that they came over to talk to and look at me, boosted my confidence. They were both in denim shorts and matching red bikini tops. Now Lynn's friend Carol, who was a year older than us, did not have the cutest face, but she also had a pretty nice set of tits under her red bikini. As they got closer to me and started a conversation, I got nervous because I knew she saw me looking the night before. I started to wonder, did she arch her back to give me a better look or was it just to tease me with something that I would never be near? Lynn came over and said; “I didn't see you come back to the lodge last night.” I told her that I just slept in one of the empty cabins. Good thing she didn't ask why I did that. She said it disappointed her and she wondered if I was avoiding her? In my urgent effort to ease her feared,  I blurted out; “Your sexy tits gave me a hard-on that I had to take care of or I wasn't going to get any sleep.” My God Did I just say that out loud? Lynn smiled and said; “Oh, I feel flattered, now.” She winked.  I was blushing beet red and returned my attention to raking up the leaves around the cabin front. She graciously changed the subject and started talking about how nice and warm it was. We talked about all of the years that we had been coming up there for the ‘work bees' and all of the fun that we used to have but now we were old enough that we actually had to start helping which sucked a little. They hoped that they wouldn't get to sweaty while they worked because they thought that the lake might still be a little too cold if they had to rinse off. During the talk, I kept on glancing at both of their smoking hot bodies and of course, there was a stirring in my basketball shorts. I think Lynn noticed because as Carol walked away, she smiled at me while she took a lingering glance down at my shorts. Busted. I continued to work for the next 5 hours or so, and the girls did as well, on raking the beach. Whenever I took a break, I glanced down to see those two nice bodies, which were now also glistening in the sun. One time I was sure that I saw Lynn checking me out again so I flashed her a lingering smile this time.  I had been sweating like crazy, so when I was done, I had 0 minutes left before the dinner bell rang. I just took off my shoes, ran down to the beach, and high-stepped directly into the water, up to my waist. It was cold. I called out to the girls to come and join me. They were raking the playground area. Neither of them wanted to look like it was too cold for them, so they ran right in the lake with me. Although the cold water made their nipples stick out like pencil erasers, I was way too cold to show any effect that it had on me. We all walked back to the lodge, changed, and went down to the mess hall for dinner. The girls and I sat together and talked about lots of stuff. I enjoyed it because it gave me a close up look at those two sets of beautiful tits. After dinner we went up to the bonfire pit for the evening. This time they sat on either side of me and arched every time they caught me looking. I wore a stretch tee compression top which contoured my well-defined abs and pecs. In my guilty delight I returned the favor; flexing myself in my skintight tee shirt when I caught her looking. It was a fun little game and I thought that would be the end of it. A few adults saw what was developing and chuckled.  After a couple hours, everyone headed back to the lodge bunk rooms. I stayed to put out the fire. When it was out, I didn't feel like walking back to the lodge so I went to the closest cabin. Although she had given me another hard-on, the director and several others were not going to tolerate any trysts, so there was no opportunity made me way to do anything about it. I think I was sleeping before I hit the pillow. I was sleeping for a couple of hours when I stirred awake. Someone entered the darkness of the cabin. I was laying on my back in the counselor's full-size bed behind a partition, so the visitor didn't see me right away. This stranger walked into the counselor's room by me and without saying a word, laid down and put their head on my chest.  It was Lynn. She was laying on her side and her hand was on my stomach and her leg slightly on top of mine. Still she said nothing. What was she doing here? Why hadn't she said anything. We laid there for what seemed to be an eternity but it was probably only 5 or 10 minutes. I know it was long enough for me to be affected by a hot teenager laying on me in the dark. I felt like I was going to bust right out of my shorts, I was so hard. This was a brave and bold act, so I thought she must be here for a reason so why not take a chance. I slowly kicked the covers down while I grabbed her wrist and slid her hand slowly down my six pack abs until it was on my throbbing cock. I let go, to see what she would do. For a few seconds she did nothing but she didn't pull her hand away either. She started to rub me through my almost splitting boxer briefs.  Within 2 or 3 minutes, she had tugged down my briefs. I arched my hips up and we each pulled down the waistband from the sides. The turgid pole sprang free and rose to full mast. She now had my fully erect cock in her hand. No need to hold back now. I reached around her with both arms and got one hand under her shirt. My other arm wrapped around her neck and softly stroked her far tit, then I very lightly teased her nipple.  I felt those wonderful orbs that I had been fantasizing about and I started squeezing them over her big oversized tee shirt. She moaned a little when I moved my hand under and touched both of her bare nipples, which were as hard as my cock. She must have liked it because she started to slowly stroke me. I pulled my hand out from under her shirt and slid it inside her shorts. I detoured around and was grabbing her tight little bare ass. After a couple more minutes I slid my hand down further and starting rubbing her now wet pussy. She moaned louder and started to stroke me faster. Her head was still lying on my chest. One of my arms was going numb from her weight, so I needed to reposition. That's when she lowered her head down towards my cock. She was close enough for me to feel her breath on my dick and in a few more seconds, I was in her mouth. I was so excited by this, and I was surprised I didn't cum right then and there, after all, I had never gotten a blowjob before. Like all teenage boys, I had put a ruler up to my erect penis and right now, it felt like that she had a good amount of my 6 1/2 inches in her mouth. I had no idea what a blowjob was supposed to feel like but at that time, nothing could have felt better. She reached down and tugged her shorts, and pushed them down past her hips. I took this as my queue to help her out and I removed them the rest of the way down her legs. Once I did this, she got up on her knees with her legs spread, straddling my waist. This gave me full access to her now almost dripping honey pot, which I rubbed and poked as she kept a hand on my shaft and rubbed it against her ass cheeks. She brought me closer and closer to cumming. Soon she scooted her body up, and rotated, straddling wide, above my shoulders, and dropped that beautiful pussy right on my face. My first taste of pussy and I loved it. I couldn't get enough of it. My hands were free to feel up her ass and I tenderly rubbed her sphincter. I am pretty sure she came right away because there was a rush of even more liquid and after that her thrusting slowed. I kept eating her. She started to buck harder on my face. Then she laid forward and softly sucked my cock, which rapidly pushed me over the top. I felt that I had to let her know, so through her extremely wet pussy I said that I was going to cum. She pushed my cock into the back of her month while  grinding my face real hard with her twat. It was all I could take and I shot my load down her throat. She tensed up and came for the second time. We laid there, still in the 69, breathing hard, sweaty and sticky. Once we settled down, she crawled off and turned back up on my side. We must have been a site, me in a tee shirt with my pants down to my thighs and her fully clothed from the waist up and naked from the waist down. She came up and we had our first kiss. The moonlight shining through the window, upon the bed. After we made out for a little bit, my 18-year-old cock began to come back to life. She climbed on top of me and I think we were just about to fuck when we heard a noise. It was Carol. She had followed Lynn and had been watching us the whole time. Once she knew we heard her, she came to the bedside. Carol started talking to Lynn, “I thought you told me you were a virgin? “ Lynn responded with “I am.” Which was about to change until our interruption.  To which Carol replied “It didn't look like it, watching you two.”  Lynn responded again saying; “I was a virgin, and still am, it was just oral. The only thing he put in my pussy was his finger and his tongue.” Carol came and sat on the bed next to us. Now Lynn was still on top of me with that wet pussy just inches from my cock. Needless to say, I was fully erect again. I thought about just arching up and sticking it in her, but in the back of my mind I kept hearing her say that she was still a virgin. You don't just take someone's virginity. That would have to be up to her.  I guess her answer was not tonight, as she rolled off of me onto the other side of the bed. So here I am, lying in bed with one girl naked from the waist down on my left and another with great tits fully clothed sitting on the edge of the bottom corner of the bed, on my right. With me lying there with my pants down to my thighs and my cock is at full attention again, in the moonlight, like a god damn flagpole. It felt like I wasn't even there as the girls started talking. “How did this happen?” “Was it good?” “Did he cum in your mouth?”  “What did it taste like?” “Did you cum too?” As Lynn answered her, I felt like superman the way she was describing how I made her twitch and shake, and cum twice. The two girls chatted with my turgid pole sitting right between them, in the moonlight.  She told Carol that it was so much better than doing it yourself. She also told Carol that I warned her that I was going to cum and that she decided why not have another first? Lynn said; “The taste wasn't the best but, it wasn't terrible and, in the moment, I didn't even notice what it tasted like.” Carol said; “I wished I could have done more than just watch. Lynn got this evil grin on her face and sat up near my waist. She took Carol's hand and put it on my cock just like I had done earlier to her. Just like Lynn, she did not pull away, but unlike Lynn, she didn't need the nudges. There must have been enough moonlight for Carol to see what we were doing because she took me right in her mouth. After a few seconds, she stopped and  stood up next to the bed. She took off her pants and panties and climbed up over my head. Then she dropped her pussy right on my face.  Slowly, Carol lowered her body over mine and her lips found the tip of my cock. Another 69. Over 18 years with nothing, and then 2 on the same night. It was funny how much different Carol's mouth action felt and she also tasted a little different. One thing that was the same, is how she was gridding on my face. Lynn was lying on the bed next to us, telling Carol to push it in further. It felt great, but unlike when Lynn was blowing me, I didn't feel like I was going to cum any second. I got to just enjoy the feeling and concentrate on taking care of Carol. She came right away and was shaking while she was cumming but she never slowed down her pumping on my face. She just kept riding me, enjoying my tongue. I reached down under her shirt and felt her perfectly shaped tits. The nipples were as hard as Lynn's had been but these tits were much fuller and firmer. As I used my mouth on her pussy, and my hands on her tits, she came 2 more times before I shot my second load of the night down her throat; saying; “I am going to cum” for the second time in one night.  Muffled by the juices of a second wet pussy, was something that I could not have dreamt of. It was amazing. I have to admit; my jaw was getting sore. Carol climbed off and put her head on my right shoulder while Lynn did the same on my left. They both had a hand on my stomach which was starting to have an effect on me again. I wondered what it would be like to have both of them at the same time, how would that work?  It was starting to get light out so I suggested that they get dressed and head back before anyone at the lodge woke up. Before heading back, they decided that next year we were going to take it to the next step so I should bring some rubbers. Carol said that she would try to wait and still be a virgin for me but Lynn didn't think that she could. She was ready to lose it tonight so waiting a year might be impossible. For me, it was a great night. I tasted my first pussy and my second pussy, both the same night. It didn't matter that I never got to feel my cock in their pussies or even see their wonderful tits, we had a great time and they were still virgins, for that matter so was I. It was just a great teenage night. They decided to go to the dock near the swim beach, to watch the sunrise. That's when the director's wife saw them and yelled; “Good morning, girls!”  She congratulated them for getting up so early to experience such a beauty of god's creation. As it turns out, My dad got a promotion and a transfer. So my family moved in September, and I never got the chance to have sex with Carol and/or Lynn at camp again. I did go back at spring break, to visit friends and old classmates, and I ran into Lynn. She was a receptionist at the local medical clinic. It was Friday and she only worked a half-day, so she was off at noon. We talked about our lives over lunch and she said; “I couldn't stop thinking about sex after that weekend until I finally just let go and had sex with some guy on a first date.”  She told me that she really hasn't had that much sex since, but she just couldn't wait to find out what it felt like. She said that I had awoken something and she just needed to feel what a cock in her pussy was like. She added “I wish it had been with you.” We had the rest of the day, so I told her; “You can have it now?” She came with me back to my rented cabin at the camp. As we made out and undressed each other, I finally got to see those beautiful tits of hers. They were as perfect as I had imaged and she moaned with pleasure as I caressed the underside. Her nipples were like delicious gumdrops that I kissed and sucked for what seemed like forever. When she pulled my cock up to her pussy, she was so wet that it slipped right in, until there was nothing left.  Having sex with her was like losing my virginity all over again. It felt that good. Although we were neither one's first, it felt like we were, because of what had happened at camp. We sucked and fucked all night. When she rolled off of me, she said; “I came so many times that I could not cum once more or I would pass out.”  It felt so good knowing that I was able to please her that way, and I got to cum a couple of times too. Win-win. We cuddled for a bit and then she left just as it was getting light, the same as the last time. I never saw her again but the memory of Lynn will always be amazing.  

Camp Volunteer Opportunities Spring cleaning  at a camp when I was 18 and a virgin. Based on a post by Had2write. Listen to the Podcast at My First Time. Every spring, several of the families from my home town would go to this local summer camp and do a ‘worker bee'. The camp had been around for over 50 years so there was always stuff that needed to be cleaned and fixed. This camp was located in the beautiful upper mid-west, in what folks call ‘lake country'. The plot of land that the camp sat on was just gorgeous. It was over 200 acers of tree covered lake front property. There were several camper cabins around the edge, a lodge/mess hall with a canteen to purchase snacks and souvenirs near the entrance, and a huge activity field in the middle. There was a lot of real estate that need to be spruced up because the winters always took a toll on the old camp and we were there to make it nice and shiny again before the summer campers arrived. The camp was a huge seasonal boost to the local economy and it generally boosted the tourism business and investments in lake properties for several miles around. The town folk realized this and tried to insure the viability in a win-win partnership. To that end, several of us enjoyed some free and discounted lodging options in the off-season. Each worker earned a credit toward an off-season weekend stay. My folks had a wedding to go to, this particular weekend, so since I was 18, I asked to take their slot and get the offer, for when I came home from college some weekend. Normally we would go on Friday and stay until Sunday. The women would clean the kitchen, grand lodge, and do laundry, the men would do building repairs, and the kids would work on cleaning up the grounds around the camp. I always enjoyed these weekends but nothing could ever top the spring trip when I was 18. There was another family who had a daughter, Lynn, she was 18 too. Lynn and I had known each other since preschool. I had never felt any attraction to her but I have to admit, she was turning into a hot lady. She had the nicest ass and her tits were perfect. I was taking notice that weekend. After everybody had arrived and had gotten settled in, we spent Friday night getting our detailed work list, and then everyone visited around the bonfire. I couldn't stop myself from glancing over at Lynn's fire-lit tits. They just kept pulling my eyes back to them. I am pretty sure that I got caught looking because she flashed me a smile and arched her back, pushing her tits out further into the bonfire lit night. The hour was starting to get late so everyone ended to bed. I had to just sit there for a while because there was no hiding what was going on in my pants. The camp was not open for the season yet so there were several cabins that I could go into to release the tension building up inside of me. I just kept thinking about what those beautiful tits would look like without being covered up by clothes. How these would feel in my hands. What it would be like to lick and kiss those nipples. Took me right over the top. Afterwards, I just rolled over and feel asleep until the morning. I walked back to the lodge where everyone else had spent the night. No one even noticed that I didn't sleep in the lodge, or so I thought. After breakfast I went about what I was supposed to be doing. I was picking up sticks and leaves and garbage on the grounds. Leftovers from the long winter. It was unusually warm for May so I had taken my shirt off. It helped some but I was still sweating in the warm sun. I had gone south a few weeks earlier and still had my tan. My shirtless, tan and glistening body must have looked good because as I was working over by the cabins, Lynn and her friend were walking towards the beach but detoured over to talk to me. I am not sure but it sure seemed like I was being checked out by these women. They were looking me all over. It felt nice and a little exciting. I was what you would call a late bloomer and I did not date much in high school. I was kinda shy. My junior year I started working out and over time developed a nice physique. I was no Adonis but I did look pretty good. I was 5' 11", 175 lbs . My legs and arms were solid and I was very proud of my six-pack abs. The fact that they came over to talk to and look at me, boosted my confidence. They were both in denim shorts and matching red bikini tops. Now Lynn's friend Carol, who was a year older than us, did not have the cutest face, but she also had a pretty nice set of tits under her red bikini. As they got closer to me and started a conversation, I got nervous because I knew she saw me looking the night before. I started to wonder, did she arch her back to give me a better look or was it just to tease me with something that I would never be near? Lynn came over and said; “I didn't see you come back to the lodge last night.” I told her that I just slept in one of the empty cabins. Good thing she didn't ask why I did that. She said it disappointed her and she wondered if I was avoiding her? In my urgent effort to ease her feared,  I blurted out; “Your sexy tits gave me a hard-on that I had to take care of or I wasn't going to get any sleep.” My God Did I just say that out loud? Lynn smiled and said; “Oh, I feel flattered, now.” She winked.  I was blushing beet red and returned my attention to raking up the leaves around the cabin front. She graciously changed the subject and started talking about how nice and warm it was. We talked about all of the years that we had been coming up there for the ‘work bees' and all of the fun that we used to have but now we were old enough that we actually had to start helping which sucked a little. They hoped that they wouldn't get to sweaty while they worked because they thought that the lake might still be a little too cold if they had to rinse off. During the talk, I kept on glancing at both of their smoking hot bodies and of course, there was a stirring in my basketball shorts. I think Lynn noticed because as Carol walked away, she smiled at me while she took a lingering glance down at my shorts. Busted. I continued to work for the next 5 hours or so, and the girls did as well, on raking the beach. Whenever I took a break, I glanced down to see those two nice bodies, which were now also glistening in the sun. One time I was sure that I saw Lynn checking me out again so I flashed her a lingering smile this time.  I had been sweating like crazy, so when I was done, I had 0 minutes left before the dinner bell rang. I just took off my shoes, ran down to the beach, and high-stepped directly into the water, up to my waist. It was cold. I called out to the girls to come and join me. They were raking the playground area. Neither of them wanted to look like it was too cold for them, so they ran right in the lake with me. Although the cold water made their nipples stick out like pencil erasers, I was way too cold to show any effect that it had on me. We all walked back to the lodge, changed, and went down to the mess hall for dinner. The girls and I sat together and talked about lots of stuff. I enjoyed it because it gave me a close up look at those two sets of beautiful tits. After dinner we went up to the bonfire pit for the evening. This time they sat on either side of me and arched every time they caught me looking. I wore a stretch tee compression top which contoured my well-defined abs and pecs. In my guilty delight I returned the favor; flexing myself in my skintight tee shirt when I caught her looking. It was a fun little game and I thought that would be the end of it. A few adults saw what was developing and chuckled.  After a couple hours, everyone headed back to the lodge bunk rooms. I stayed to put out the fire. When it was out, I didn't feel like walking back to the lodge so I went to the closest cabin. Although she had given me another hard-on, the director and several others were not going to tolerate any trysts, so there was no opportunity made me way to do anything about it. I think I was sleeping before I hit the pillow. I was sleeping for a couple of hours when I stirred awake. Someone entered the darkness of the cabin. I was laying on my back in the counselor's full-size bed behind a partition, so the visitor didn't see me right away. This stranger walked into the counselor's room by me and without saying a word, laid down and put their head on my chest.  It was Lynn. She was laying on her side and her hand was on my stomach and her leg slightly on top of mine. Still she said nothing. What was she doing here? Why hadn't she said anything. We laid there for what seemed to be an eternity but it was probably only 5 or 10 minutes. I know it was long enough for me to be affected by a hot teenager laying on me in the dark. I felt like I was going to bust right out of my shorts, I was so hard. This was a brave and bold act, so I thought she must be here for a reason so why not take a chance. I slowly kicked the covers down while I grabbed her wrist and slid her hand slowly down my six pack abs until it was on my throbbing cock. I let go, to see what she would do. For a few seconds she did nothing but she didn't pull her hand away either. She started to rub me through my almost splitting boxer briefs.  Within 2 or 3 minutes, she had tugged down my briefs. I arched my hips up and we each pulled down the waistband from the sides. The turgid pole sprang free and rose to full mast. She now had my fully erect cock in her hand. No need to hold back now. I reached around her with both arms and got one hand under her shirt. My other arm wrapped around her neck and softly stroked her far tit, then I very lightly teased her nipple.  I felt those wonderful orbs that I had been fantasizing about and I started squeezing them over her big oversized tee shirt. She moaned a little when I moved my hand under and touched both of her bare nipples, which were as hard as my cock. She must have liked it because she started to slowly stroke me. I pulled my hand out from under her shirt and slid it inside her shorts. I detoured around and was grabbing her tight little bare ass. After a couple more minutes I slid my hand down further and starting rubbing her now wet pussy. She moaned louder and started to stroke me faster. Her head was still lying on my chest. One of my arms was going numb from her weight, so I needed to reposition. That's when she lowered her head down towards my cock. She was close enough for me to feel her breath on my dick and in a few more seconds, I was in her mouth. I was so excited by this, and I was surprised I didn't cum right then and there, after all, I had never gotten a blowjob before. Like all teenage boys, I had put a ruler up to my erect penis and right now, it felt like that she had a good amount of my 6 1/2 inches in her mouth. I had no idea what a blowjob was supposed to feel like but at that time, nothing could have felt better. She reached down and tugged her shorts, and pushed them down past her hips. I took this as my queue to help her out and I removed them the rest of the way down her legs. Once I did this, she got up on her knees with her legs spread, straddling my waist. This gave me full access to her now almost dripping honey pot, which I rubbed and poked as she kept a hand on my shaft and rubbed it against her ass cheeks. She brought me closer and closer to cumming. Soon she scooted her body up, and rotated, straddling wide, above my shoulders, and dropped that beautiful pussy right on my face. My first taste of pussy and I loved it. I couldn't get enough of it. My hands were free to feel up her ass and I tenderly rubbed her sphincter. I am pretty sure she came right away because there was a rush of even more liquid and after that her thrusting slowed. I kept eating her. She started to buck harder on my face. Then she laid forward and softly sucked my cock, which rapidly pushed me over the top. I felt that I had to let her know, so through her extremely wet pussy I said that I was going to cum. She pushed my cock into the back of her month while  grinding my face real hard with her twat. It was all I could take and I shot my load down her throat. She tensed up and came for the second time. We laid there, still in the 69, breathing hard, sweaty and sticky. Once we settled down, she crawled off and turned back up on my side. We must have been a site, me in a tee shirt with my pants down to my thighs and her fully clothed from the waist up and naked from the waist down. She came up and we had our first kiss. The moonlight shining through the window, upon the bed. After we made out for a little bit, my 18-year-old cock began to come back to life. She climbed on top of me and I think we were just about to fuck when we heard a noise. It was Carol. She had followed Lynn and had been watching us the whole time. Once she knew we heard her, she came to the bedside. Carol started talking to Lynn, “I thought you told me you were a virgin? “ Lynn responded with “I am.” Which was about to change until our interruption.  To which Carol replied “It didn't look like it, watching you two.”  Lynn responded again saying; “I was a virgin, and still am, it was just oral. The only thing he put in my pussy was his finger and his tongue.” Carol came and sat on the bed next to us. Now Lynn was still on top of me with that wet pussy just inches from my cock. Needless to say, I was fully erect again. I thought about just arching up and sticking it in her, but in the back of my mind I kept hearing her say that she was still a virgin. You don't just take someone's virginity. That would have to be up to her.  I guess her answer was not tonight, as she rolled off of me onto the other side of the bed. So here I am, lying in bed with one girl naked from the waist down on my left and another with great tits fully clothed sitting on the edge of the bottom corner of the bed, on my right. With me lying there with my pants down to my thighs and my cock is at full attention again, in the moonlight, like a god damn flagpole. It felt like I wasn't even there as the girls started talking. “How did this happen?” “Was it good?” “Did he cum in your mouth?”  “What did it taste like?” “Did you cum too?” As Lynn answered her, I felt like superman the way she was describing how I made her twitch and shake, and cum twice. The two girls chatted with my turgid pole sitting right between them, in the moonlight.  She told Carol that it was so much better than doing it yourself. She also told Carol that I warned her that I was going to cum and that she decided why not have another first? Lynn said; “The taste wasn't the best but, it wasn't terrible and, in the moment, I didn't even notice what it tasted like.” Carol said; “I wished I could have done more than just watch. Lynn got this evil grin on her face and sat up near my waist. She took Carol's hand and put it on my cock just like I had done earlier to her. Just like Lynn, she did not pull away, but unlike Lynn, she didn't need the nudges. There must have been enough moonlight for Carol to see what we were doing because she took me right in her mouth. After a few seconds, she stopped and  stood up next to the bed. She took off her pants and panties and climbed up over my head. Then she dropped her pussy right on my face.  Slowly, Carol lowered her body over mine and her lips found the tip of my cock. Another 69. Over 18 years with nothing, and then 2 on the same night. It was funny how much different Carol's mouth action felt and she also tasted a little different. One thing that was the same, is how she was gridding on my face. Lynn was lying on the bed next to us, telling Carol to push it in further. It felt great, but unlike when Lynn was blowing me, I didn't feel like I was going to cum any second. I got to just enjoy the feeling and concentrate on taking care of Carol. She came right away and was shaking while she was cumming but she never slowed down her pumping on my face. She just kept riding me, enjoying my tongue. I reached down under her shirt and felt her perfectly shaped tits. The nipples were as hard as Lynn's had been but these tits were much fuller and firmer. As I used my mouth on her pussy, and my hands on her tits, she came 2 more times before I shot my second load of the night down her throat; saying; “I am going to cum” for the second time in one night.  Muffled by the juices of a second wet pussy, was something that I could not have dreamt of. It was amazing. I have to admit; my jaw was getting sore. Carol climbed off and put her head on my right shoulder while Lynn did the same on my left. They both had a hand on my stomach which was starting to have an effect on me again. I wondered what it would be like to have both of them at the same time, how would that work?  It was starting to get light out so I suggested that they get dressed and head back before anyone at the lodge woke up. Before heading back, they decided that next year we were going to take it to the next step so I should bring some rubbers. Carol said that she would try to wait and still be a virgin for me but Lynn didn't think that she could. She was ready to lose it tonight so waiting a year might be impossible. For me, it was a great night. I tasted my first pussy and my second pussy, both the same night. It didn't matter that I never got to feel my cock in their pussies or even see their wonderful tits, we had a great time and they were still virgins, for that matter so was I. It was just a great teenage night. They decided to go to the dock near the swim beach, to watch the sunrise. That's when the director's wife saw them and yelled; “Good morning, girls!”  She congratulated them for getting up so early to experience such a beauty of god's creation. As it turns out, My dad got a promotion and a transfer. So my family moved in September, and I never got the chance to have sex with Carol and/or Lynn at camp again. I did go back at spring break, to visit friends and old classmates, and I ran into Lynn. She was a receptionist at the local medical clinic. It was Friday and she only worked a half-day, so she was off at noon. We talked about our lives over lunch and she said; “I couldn't stop thinking about sex after that weekend until I finally just let go and had sex with some guy on a first date.”  She told me that she really hasn't had that much sex since, but she just couldn't wait to find out what it felt like. She said that I had awoken something and she just needed to feel what a cock in her pussy was like. She added “I wish it had been with you.” We had the rest of the day, so I told her; “You can have it now?” She came with me back to my rented cabin at the camp. As we made out and undressed each other, I finally got to see those beautiful tits of hers. They were as perfect as I had imaged and she moaned with pleasure as I caressed the underside. Her nipples were like delicious gumdrops that I kissed and sucked for what seemed like forever. When she pulled my cock up to her pussy, she was so wet that it slipped right in, until there was nothing left.  Having sex with her was like losing my virginity all over again. It felt that good. Although we were neither one's first, it felt like we were, because of what had happened at camp. We sucked and fucked all night. When she rolled off of me, she said; “I came so many times that I could not cum once more or I would pass out.”  It felt so good knowing that I was able to please her that way, and I got to cum a couple of times too. Win-win. We cuddled for a bit and then she left just as it was getting light, the same as the last time. I never saw her again but the memory of Lynn will always be amazing.  

In this episode of the Drop In CEO podcast, Bill Bresser discusses extensive journey from volunteer to CEO, the organization's mission and services, and the impact they have on the youth in their community. Bill shares inspirational stories of transformation, challenges faced, and the importance of fundraising and storytelling in nonprofit work. The episode also highlights opportunities for community involvement and volunteerism, as well as the future vision for the organization's Youth Workforce Development Center. Episode Highlights: 07:25 Fundraising and Storytelling 08:57 Heartwarming Success Stories 16:41 Volunteer Opportunities and Community Involvement 20:04 Youth Workforce Development Center William (Bill) Bresser is the CEO of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Cincinnati, where he leads an organization serving over 2,500 youth annually. A University of Cincinnati graduate, Bill began as a volunteer in 2003 and rose through the ranks to become CEO in 2018. Over two decades, he’s held roles from Education Director to VP of Operations, shaping programs and managing millions in grants. He holds multiple leadership certifications and serves on several boards, including the Ohio Alliance of Boys & Girls Clubs. Bill lives in Cincinnati with his wife Bethany and son Will, who inspires his dedication daily. Connect with Bill Bresser: Company Website: www.bgcgc.org Linkedin: https://www.facebook.com/thecincyclub For More Insights from The Drop In CEO:

In this episode of "Crafting A Meaningful Life with Mary Crafts," listeners are introduced to the inspiring journey of Carin Crowe, the CEO of Habitat for Humanity in the Greater Salt Lake Area. Mary Crafts delves into the personal and professional journey of Carin, exploring how her early life experiences led her to impact lives by providing safe and stable housing through Habitat for Humanity's programs. The episode sheds light on the pivotal role non-profit organizations play in community upliftment and the healing power of creating safe spaces for vulnerable families. Carin Crowe shares her story, detailing how she rose from a challenging childhood to become a powerful voice in the non-profit sector. Her work with Habitat for Humanity focuses on constructing new homes, carrying out critical repairs, and providing supportive programs to help underserved populations. Notably, the conversation includes meaningful anecdotes and success stories that highlight the transformative impact of providing housing and community support. Mary and Carin also discuss various initiatives such as international partnerships and the importance of viewing service to others as a unifying mission. "Affordable housing is not just a local issue, it's international," Carin emphasizes, underscoring the timeless value of breaking bread together for fostering community and belonging. Carin Crowe Carin Crowe is the CEO of Habitat for Humanity in the Greater Salt Lake Area, a position she has held for a year. Crowe's dedication to service is deeply rooted in her personal experience growing up in a challenging environment. She transforms her resilience into empowering work, fostering safe spaces for families. She brings her leadership expertise to Habitat for Humanity, utilizing her platform to mentor young women and elevate marginalized communities through housing initiatives. Episode Summary: Key Takeaways: Personal Growth Through Service: Carin Crowe explains how her turbulent upbringing led her to a career dedicated to crafting safe spaces and building communities. Habitat for Humanity's Multifaceted Programs: The conversation covers Habitat's home-building projects in Tooele County and Magna, their critical repair services, and their role in the Restore thrift store, emphasizing the organization's far-reaching impact. The Healing Power of Home: Through heartfelt stories, Carin highlights how providing families with a home can significantly enhance their quality of life and personal stability. Global and Local Outreach: Listeners learn about Habitat for Humanity's international efforts in Kenya and upcoming initiatives in Ukraine, reinforcing the interconnectedness of global support. Embracing Community and Oneness: Carin and Mary discuss the crucial idea of community as a space for breaking bread together, fostering unity, and uplifting marginalized voices. Resources: Habitat for Humanity, Greater Salt Lake Area: Website Mary Crafts Website For more about Carin Crowe's impactful work and insights into building meaningful communities, tune in to the full episode. Stay updated with "Crafting A Meaningful Life" for more stories of inspiration and transformation through service.

Find out more about this New Hope gem from their Executive Director, Jeff Johnson.

Find out more about this New Hope gem from their Executive Director, Jeff Johnson.

In this episode of The Volunteer Nation Podcast, Tobi Johnson challenges the status quo of traditional volunteer position descriptions. She explores why the standard, task-heavy approach often falls flat and shares how a simple shift in language and structure can dramatically improve volunteer recruitment.  Tobi introduces creative alternatives—like adding impact statements, showcasing team values, and sharing volunteer testimonials—that speak to both the hearts and minds of prospective volunteers. You'll also hear practical, easy-to-implement tips, such as renaming your descriptions to "Volunteer Opportunities" and reframing responsibilities as meaningful accomplishments.  If you're looking to attract more passionate and committed volunteers, this episode is packed with fresh ideas to help you do just that. Full show notes: 157. A Fresh Take on Volunteer Position Descriptions Volunteer Position Descriptions - Episode Highlights [00:29] - Reevaluating Volunteer Position Descriptions [01:03] - Challenges in Volunteer Recruitment [02:04] - Traditional Volunteer Position Descriptions [05:20] - Fresh Take on Volunteer Position Descriptions [10:27] - Aligning Volunteer Descriptions with Volunteer Needs [14:05] - Do This, Not That: Revamping Volunteer Descriptions Helpful Links VolunteerPro™ Impact Lab 2025 Volunteer Management Progress Report – The Recruitment Edition  Volunteer Nation Episode #019: Improve the Volunteer Experience with a Journey Map Volunteer Nation Episode #146 - Expanding Volunteer Jobs to Be Done at Your Nonprofit Volunteer Nation Episode #101: Tap the Power of Psychological Contracts with Pam Kappelides Thanks for listening to this episode of the Volunteer Nation podcast. If you enjoyed it, please be sure to subscribe, rate, and review so we can reach more people like you who want to improve the impact of their good cause. For more tips and notes from the show, check us out at TobiJohnson.com. For any comments or questions, email us at WeCare@VolPro.net.

In the eighth episode of Season 10 of the Meet the Mancunian podcast, host Deepa Thomas-Sutcliffe speaks with Niki Banks, co-founder of One World Together. Niki shares herjourney from her academic background in global development to launching a social enterprise aimed at providing flexible funding directly to communities.  She highlights the challenges faced by small charities and community groups in obtaining long-term funding and highlights the importance of trust and local empowerment in solving community issues. Niki also discusses the impact OneWorld Together has made in Manchester, Kenya, and Zambia, and the importance of collaboration and community bonds in driving social impact. The episode ends with Niki sharing upcoming events and her thoughts on Manchester's uniquespirit for social impact work. #Community #Fundraising #Charities #GM #manchester #SocialImpact #NonProfit #podcast Did you know:  ·     Smaller charities face challenges of funding. Nearly 90% of UK funds reaching international charities go to the 77 largest charities.·     Smaller charities are often overlooked in favour of larger, well-established charities and face challenges of trust.·     Local, grassroots charities are often the ones best placed to support the most vulnerable in their communities. Key resource:One World Together Time stamps of key moments in the podcast episode &transcript:(00:56) Meet Niki Banks(01:37) Niki's Journey into Charity Work(02:55) Challenges in the Charity Sector(04:13) One World Together's Mission(07:00) Community Savers and Global Learning(09:10) Impact and Achievements(15:46) Volunteer Opportunities and EventsListen to the episode and read the transcript on www.meetthemancunian.co.uk 

Pastor Willie Mayfield joins Pastor Sean for a conversation on Real Life Community Outreach, which serves over 400 families through their food ministry, vocational training, and kids camps in low-income neighborhoods. You can support it by joining a Sporting/Shooting Clays Event, volunteering, or donating. https://outreach.reallife.org 00:00 Introduction: 03:30 Upcoming Easter Events04:28 Special Guest: Willie Mayfield04:54 Community Outreach Overview05:00 Food Ministry and Its Impact07:47 Vocational Training Programs09:49 Building a Food Warehouse12:00 Collaborations and Community Support13:53 Discussing the Fundraiser Event14:10 Details of the Sporting Clays Event14:53 Community and Corporate Involvement16:12 Faith and Vocational Training19:10 Volunteer Opportunities and Event Goals22:23 Concluding Remarks and Future Plans23:32 Easter Celebration Announcement

Pastor Willie Mayfield joins Pastor Sean for a conversation on Real Life Community Outreach, which serves over 400 families through their food ministry, vocational training, and kids camps in low-income neighborhoods. You can support it by joining a Sporting/Shooting Clays Event, volunteering, or donating. https://outreach.reallife.org 00:00 Introduction: 03:30 Upcoming Easter Events04:28 Special Guest: Willie Mayfield04:54 Community Outreach Overview05:00 Food Ministry and Its Impact07:47 Vocational Training Programs09:49 Building a Food Warehouse12:00 Collaborations and Community Support13:53 Discussing the Fundraiser Event14:10 Details of the Sporting Clays Event14:53 Community and Corporate Involvement16:12 Faith and Vocational Training19:10 Volunteer Opportunities and Event Goals22:23 Concluding Remarks and Future Plans23:32 Easter Celebration Announcement

Join guest host Samantha Marinko of The Boulos Company on the Boulos Beat as she interviews Melissa Martens Yaverbaum, Executive Director of Portland Ballet. Melissa shares ways the arts have shaped her life in unexpected ways, given her experiences with different museums, libraries, and cultural organizations. In this episode, Melissa also underscores Portland Ballet's work to engage new communities, build partnerships, and to make ballet approachable to all in Maine. Additionally, Sam and Melissa discuss Portland Ballet's upcoming performances, including "New Works" and "Sleeping Beauty." 

Hey everyone! Welcome back to another week of news here on Summit in Six. Today, we dive into another legislative update, highlight adoptable animals at the Summit County Animal Shelter, and share some exciting volunteer-related news items. Alright, let's get into the news!  TOPIC 1: Legislative Update  We are wrapping up week 5 of the … Continue reading February 21, 2025 – Adoptable Pets, Volunteer Opportunities & more! →

In this episode we have the honor of interviewing Roland, a member of Colorado Voters for Animals. We talk about how everyone can get involved in furthering the cause of animal welfare, what legislation we have seen and would like to see, and what to do if you witness animal mistreatment. Below are resources and ways to get involved.How to get involved: Reach out to legislators in your area and follow them on social mediaProvide testimony Attend town hall meetingsVolunteer with organizationsLearn and educate othersResources: Colorado Bureau of Animal Protection-https://ag.colorado.gov/animal-welfare/bureau-of-animal-protectionOther organizations with information about animal welfare:https://ag.colorado.gov/ics/pacfahttps://www.mdawalliance.org/https://www.cfawa.org/cpages/homeColorado Voters for Animals Resource Page- https://covotersforanimals.org/resources/Volunteer Opportunities- https://covotersforanimals.org/volunteer/Connect with us:Email: we.are.youth.org@gmail.comTwitter: We Are @weare_youthorgFacebook: We AreYoutube: We ArePinterest: We Are @weare_youthorgInstagram: We Are @weare_youthorgWebsite: https://weare-youth.org/

As always, Earthkeepers is on the lookout for stories of faith communities who are creating new, imaginative ways to integrate creation care into the values and practices of faith life. In episode 121 for example, we spoke with folks at the Rainier Avenue Church about their urban community garden and their creation care study group. In this episode, Forrest talks with Matt and Mary Anne Ryan about their church's efforts to engage in social justice by growing fresh produce for their community's foodbank. Their faith community—called Vineyard Christian Fellowship, located just north of Chicago—has converted a large part of their property into what they call the Vineyard Farm. In that context, Matt and Mary Anne are pioneering some great new ideas in community-based earth care.  Evanston GrowsEvanston Vineyard Christian FellowshipVineyard FarmVineyard Farm Photos and VidsKeywords: Evanston Grows, Vineyard Church, food insecurity, community farming, environmental justice, volunteer opportunities, creation care, sustainable practices, church initiatives, local produce, nature, environmental stewardship, church, community, creation care, theology, sustainability, future generations, partnership, small beginningsFind us on our website: Earthkeepers Support the Earthkeepers podcast Check out the Ecological Disciple

Join us for an inspiring conversation about aging with dignity and independence as we delve into the transformative work of Life Senior Services in Tulsa. Our guest, Eileen Bradshaw, executive director, shares how the organization is reshaping senior care through innovative programs and community support. Discover how seniors in Tulsa are staying active, engaged, and connected through dynamic activities and volunteer opportunities.Episode Highlights: Introduction to Life Senior Services (0:00:00): Meet Eileen, who outlines the mission and diverse programs offered by Life Senior Services, from Medicare assistance to active senior centers featuring activities like yoga and line dancing. Learn about their unique Vintage Magazine and Vintage Housing initiatives. Community Support and Engagement (0:08:58): Explore the profound impact of senior community centers on older adults seeking purpose and connection. Hear heartwarming stories of seniors finding joy through creative arts, theater, and volunteerism. Active Senior Center Activities (0:15:17): Dive into the world of pickleball and other community activities, highlighting intergenerational play and storytelling. Discover the range of physical and social opportunities available at the center. Preserving Life Stories (0:19:43): Understand the importance of capturing and sharing personal narratives. Eileen discusses collaborations with various organizations to support seniors facing challenges like elder abuse and homelessness. Volunteer Opportunities and Community Engagement (0:32:51): Learn about the diverse volunteer roles available through Life Senior Services, including the educational Give 5 program. Discover how volunteering fosters personal fulfillment and community connection. Valuing Seniors in the Workforce (0:40:56): Acknowledge the valuable contributions seniors bring to the workforce. Challenge age-related biases and explore opportunities for seniors in fields like audio and video editing.Transcript Samples: Senior Services and Aging in Tulsa: Eileen provides an overview of the services offered by Life Senior Services, including Medicare assistance and community activities that keep seniors engaged and connected. Capturing and Sharing Life Stories: Reflect on the significance of recording family stories and creating safe spaces for sharing narratives, emphasizing the collaborative efforts to support aging populations.Connect with Us: Visit Life Senior Services Website for more information on their programs and initiatives. Subscribe to our podcast for more insightful discussions on aging and community engagement.Support Our Work: Consider supporting Life Senior Services through donations or volunteering to help transform senior care in Tulsa. Tune in to this episode to reshape your perspective on aging and discover the vibrant world of Life Senior Services!

Send us a textWelcome to another God-sized Stories episode!In today's interview, I had the honor of speaking with Scott Fuller, Vice President of Advancement at Murphy-Harpst Children's Centers in Georgia. Scott's heartwarming and powerful narrative illuminates the incredible work being done for at-risk foster children.Scott shares his inspiring journey of faith and how, after a career in church planting and pastoral ministry, he found his calling in child welfare. Hear first-hand accounts of transformative stories within Murphy-Harpst, including unique therapeutic approaches like equine therapy and innovative foster care models.Key Takeaways:Scott Fuller's personal faith journey, from youth ministry to child welfare.The inspiring history of Murphy-Harpst, founded by two remarkable women, Sarah Murphy and Ethel Harpst.The unique therapeutic programs offered at Murphy-Harpst, including equine therapy and the Evolve Initiative.The crucial role of churches in supporting foster children and families.How you can help, even if you're not ready to foster a child yourself.

Disasters happen. Communities come together to recover and rebuild. Governments and NGOs help however they know how.  Will Heegaard sees every disaster as a chance to build back greener. His non-profit provides power and water from nature. · power from the sun - instead of gas generators· water from the air - instead of plastic water bottlesHe helped with disaster relief from hurricanes in Florida, North Carolina, and Puerto Rico.He helped in West Africa, in the Philippines, and with the Maui Fires.He's helping with the LA Fires.And he taught himself to create power and water from nature while serving as a paramedic in Black Rock City.These are stories about truths, ideas, and levity in learning. FootprintProject.orgBurnersWithoutBorders.orgBurning Man Project: Philosophical Center LIVE.BURNINGMAN.ORG

It takes a village to protect the ocean even though ocean conservation can sometimes feel lonely. Leaning on your community can help to inspire you to take more action for the sea. In this episode of the "How to Protect the Ocean" podcast, host Andrew Luan emphasizes the vital role of community in ocean conservation efforts. He discusses how protecting the ocean can feel overwhelming for individuals, especially when faced with complex issues like climate change, overfishing, and plastic pollution. However, community involvement can transform this daunting task into a collective effort, providing support, knowledge, and motivation. Key points include: Shared Knowledge: Communities offer access to valuable resources and experiences. Learning from others who have successfully navigated local challenges can enhance individual effectiveness in advocacy. Accountability and Motivation: Being part of a group fosters accountability. When individuals work alongside others, they are less likely to give up, as they can draw inspiration from each other's successes. Amplifying Voices: A united community can significantly amplify individual voices. Collective action, such as signing petitions or attending public meetings, can lead to substantial changes that one person alone might not achieve. Finding Your Community: Andrew encourages listeners to seek out local organizations, clubs, and online groups focused on ocean conservation. Engaging actively and bringing value to these communities is essential for personal growth and collective impact. Upcoming Online Community: Andrew announces the launch of a new online community aimed at supporting individuals in becoming better advocates for the ocean. This platform will provide opportunities for connection, learning, and action. Overall, the episode highlights that protecting the ocean is a shared responsibility that thrives in a supportive community, where individuals can find purpose, strength, and inspiration to continue their efforts despite challenges. Follow a career in conservation: https://www.conservation-careers.com/online-training/ Use the code SUFB to get 33% off courses and the careers program.   Do you want to join my Ocean Community? Sign Up for Updates on the process: www.speakupforblue.com/oceanapp   Sign up for our Newsletter: http://www.speakupforblue.com/newsletter   Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3NmYvsI Connect with Speak Up For Blue: Website: https://bit.ly/3fOF3Wf Instagram: https://bit.ly/3rIaJSG TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@speakupforblue Twitter: https://bit.ly/3rHZxpc YouTube: www.speakupforblue.com/youtube  

Host Lou Diamond engages in an enlightening conversation with Joanne Telser-Frere, the Director of Program Development at Literacy Chicago and the author of "33 Ways Not to Screw Up Teaching Adults to Read." With over 30 years of experience in teaching ESL, Joanne delves into her passion for literacy and the innovative approaches she has developed to help adults overcome reading challenges. Discover the inspiring stories of individuals impacted by Joanne's work, including a train conductor who transformed his interactions with passengers after stumbling upon her book, and a heartwarming tale of an 82-year-old man who learned to read post-retirement. Joanne sheds light on the often-overlooked literacy crisis in the U.S., where millions are functionally illiterate, and shares her insights on how tailored teaching methods can make a transformative impact. Listeners will gain valuable insights into Joanne's multi-faceted teaching techniques, which blend auditory, visual, and kinesthetic learning styles to meet the unique needs of each student. Joanne also discusses the psychological aspects of teaching adults to read and the importance of empathy and personalized education. Tune in to this episode of Thrive Loud to be inspired by Joanne Telser-Frere's dedication to literacy and her innovative strategies for teaching adults to read, ensuring that no learner gets left behind. Follow Us:

Bangladeshis are beset by frequent natural disasters - more than one per month - that affect rural communities' access to healthy food. Lotus Ministry Trust is partnering with local organizations to provide much-needed food relief. Learn more here: https://www.lotus-ministry.org/post/lotus-ministry-s-food-relief-in-bangladesh Lotus Ministry Trust City: San Francisco Address: 2269 Chestnut St Website: https://www.lotus-ministry.org/ Phone: +1 415 579 7780 Email: lotus.ministry.trust@gmail.com

Send us a textUncover the true power of generosity and how it can transform lives—starting with yours.In this special end-of-year episode, Hillary sits down with Brooke, V.P. of Advancement, and Judy, a passionate supporter, to explore the many forms of generosity.Through personal stories, they share how 'giving' goes far beyond monetary gifts. From simple acts of service to moments of kindness and offering your time, discover how even the smallest gestures can create ripples of hope in someone's life.Tune in and be inspired to make a difference!For more information about this podcast, please visit: https://www.wedgwood.org/podcast/For merch, please visit:https://wcb.myprostores.com/Volunteer Opportunities at Wedgwood: https://www.wedgwood.org/get-involved/Your gift today creates hope for tomorrow.​ Make a gift:  https://www.wedgwood.org/share-your-light/Venmo: https://www.venmo.com/wedgwoodcsSupport the showDon't forget to subscribe to stay up-to-date on the latest episodes!

Bryan Barrett talks with Sabastian Jordan with Rutherford County PAWS. He talks about the pet adoption and welfare services offered. Plus, Steve "The Cat Man" Edwards shares h

Just Admit It! host Tasha (formerly at Boston University and USC) chats with IvyWise Counselor Nat (Formerly at NYU) to discuss the importance of volunteer opportunities to build your student profile. 

Send us a textAdvocating for Migrant Workers with Debbie from TWC2In this episode of the Truly Expat Podcast, Paula and Rachel host Debbie, the president of Transient Workers Count Two (TWC2). Debbie shares her journey to Singapore and discusses TWC2's mission to advocate for the rights and well-being of migrant workers. The conversation covers the challenges faced by migrant workers, including injuries, salary issues, and harsh recruitment fees. Debbie explains TWC2's various programs, such as meal services, outreach, and advocacy. She also highlights the importance of volunteers and how the organisation supports male and female migrant workers with different needs. This insightful episode sheds light on the critical issues within the expat community and the impactful work being done by TWC2.00:00 Introduction to the Truly Expat Podcast00:41 Meet Debbie, President of TWC201:37 The Origin of TWC203:31 Mission and Volunteer Involvement05:05 The Cuff Road Project07:53 Challenges Faced by Migrant Workers12:21 Advocacy and Outreach Efforts17:21 Common Issues: Injury and Salary26:36 Navigating Complex Issues with Patience and Compassion27:19 Challenges Faced by Domestic and Foreign Workers28:11 Collaborations and Support Systems29:08 How to Contribute and Donate29:56 Events and Outreach Programs33:56 Volunteer Opportunities and Training37:09 Wages and Economic Realities for Migrant Workers43:28 Concluding Thoughts and Call to ActionBecome a volunteer:Website: www.twc2.org.sg WhatsApp: +65 6247 7001email: info@twc2.org.sg Remember, the conversation doesn't end here. Join us on our social media platforms to share your thoughts and continue the dialogue:Email: podcast@trulyexpat.comFacebook Page: Truly Expat PodcastInstagram: @trulyexpatpodcastTikTok: @trulyexpatpodcastLinkedin: Truly Expat PodcastWebsite: www.trulyexpatlifestyle.comPodcast: https://podcast.trulyexpatlifestyle.comDisclaimer:While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information, the nature of expat experiences can evolve. We encourage listeners to verify details independently. For inquiries or guidance, reach out to us at podcast@trulyexpat.com. Your questions are essential, and we're here to help you navigate expat life effectively.Thanks for tuning in to our latest episode. Subscribe for more valuable insights and information for expats in Singapore and beyond.

The Bridgeton Beacon welcomes Newell Thompson for a conversation that explores the New Jersey #Agricultural Society and its initiatives, particularly the Farmers Against Hunger program. Thompson discusses the history, mission, and impact of the organization, emphasizing the importance of education, community engagement, and local food systems. The discussion also highlights the role of migrant workers, the cultural significance of agriculture, and the need for volunteer support to address food insecurity in New Jersey. takeaways The New Jersey Agricultural Society was founded in 1781. Farmers Against Hunger collects and distributes food to those in need. Education is crucial for understanding the value of agriculture. Consumer behavior can be influenced to support local food systems. Seasonal eating enhances nutritional value and supports local farmers. Volunteering is essential for food collection efforts. Migrant workers play a vital role in agriculture. Respectful treatment of workers is key to successful farming. Agriculture contributes significantly to New Jersey's culture. Preserving agricultural land is important for future generations. Sound Bites "Farmers Against Hunger began 30 years ago." "We collect about one and a half million pounds of food." "Education is about the value of agriculture." Chapters 00:00 Introduction to New Jersey Agricultural Society 03:00 Farmers Against Hunger: Mission and Impact 05:53 Education and Leadership in Agriculture 09:11 Understanding New Jersey's Agricultural Landscape 11:58 Consumer Behavior and Local Food Systems 15:12 The Importance of Seasonal Eating 18:03 Volunteer Opportunities and Community Engagement 20:49 Fundraising and Support for Farmers Against Hunger 24:07 Building Relationships with Farmers 27:00 The Role of Migrant Workers in Agriculture 30:07 Cultural Significance of Agriculture 32:49 Future of Agriculture in New Jersey

(Note: This episode is a clip from our Monday night Insider's Club livestream.) They're not even hiding it anymore. This is so embarrassing. An MSNBC reporter is literally choking back tears on live TV, imploring her rapidly dwindling audience to get out and vote for a campaign that is in absolute tatters. The desperation is so palpable, and I will show you exactly why and why it's just getting started. -- Join my new Courageous Conservative Bootcamp and get equipped to fight back and restore foundational values.  Learn more at http://fight.turleytalks.com/join YOUR HOMEWORK TO HELP TRUMP WIN, OR FACE 8 YEARS OF KAMALA IS HERE: 1) https://win.donaldjtrump.com/trump-na - Donate to Trump (bare minimum, and get your lower propensity friends and family to vote) 2) https://Talk.donaldjtrump.com - Phone Banking 3) https://Protectthevote.com - Poll Watching 4) https://Swampthevoteusa.com - Voter Registration 5) https://Earlyvoteaction.com - Grass Roots Voter Registration/Postcards (Downloadable App too) 6) https://TPAction.com/app - Grass Roots Activism (also Phone Baking, registration efforts, etc. on the downloadable app) 7) https://theamericapac.org/ - Get paid $30/Hr. by Elon Musk to Chase Ballots for Trump in Swing States! 8) https://Turnoutfortrump.com - Paid Canvassing  9) https://AMillionForMAGA.com - Volunteer Opportunities 10) https://PAChase.com – PA specific 11) https://10xvotes.com – MI specific (coming to WI/PA/AZ soon) for turning out lower propensity voters 12) https://t.co/zfE2RzvIyE - Posters A comprehensive guide to how we, as a community, can get Donald Trump Re-Elected. -- **All clips used for fair use commentary, criticism, and educational purposes. See Hosseinzadeh v. Klein, 276 F.Supp.3d 34 (S.D.N.Y. 2017); Equals Three, LLC v. Jukin Media, Inc., 139 F. Supp. 3d 1094 (C.D. Cal. 2015).

Summary: In this urgent episode of 'Mending on the Fly,' host Devin interviews Caleb Sneed, chief creative officer at Rambler Angler & Blade, about the catastrophic aftermath of Hurricane Helene. Caleb provides a firsthand account of the storm's impact on Spartanburg, SC, and surrounding areas, detailing the widespread destruction and ongoing recovery efforts. The conversation highlights the crucial role of local organizations, churches, and fly shops in providing relief and the fly fishing community's collaborative response to this natural disaster.Show Notes:Introduction to Hurricane Helene's devastating impact (00:00) One of the deadliest hurricanes in modern U.S. historyAt least 213 fatalities across six statesCaleb Sneed's personal experience of the storm (01:07) Impact on Spartanburg, SCDisruptions to emergency services and infrastructureImmediate aftermath and community response (04:01) Search and rescue effortsChallenges in communication and basic necessitiesRambler Angler & Blade's post-storm situation (06:24) Damage to facilitiesEmployee impact and recovery effortsRole of local organizations in relief efforts (09:47) Churches as distribution centersFly shops becoming community hubsWarning about potential scams and frauds (17:36) FEMA's caution against impostersTips for safe donation and assistanceReputable organizations mobilizing for help (19:54) GoFundMe campaignsLocal church initiativesImpact on local ecosystems and fishing spots (23:47) Changes to river paths and landscapesPotential long-term effects on fish habitatsRambler's role in recovery and community support (30:43) Product donations for fundraisingFuture plans for community involvementImmediate needs and long-term support (36:22) Critical supplies needed (water, food, clothing)Potential long-term displacement of residentsKey Takeaways:Hurricane Helene's unprecedented impact on the SoutheastThe vital role of community organizations in disaster responseHow the fly fishing community is rallying to support affected areasThe importance of verified donation channels and avoiding scamsLong-term implications for local ecosystems and fishing spotsSupport verified relief efforts and stay informed about ongoing recovery needs in the affected areas. Visit our website for links to reputable organizations and updates on how you can help.#HurricaneHelene #DisasterRelief #FlyfishingCommunity #SpartanburgSC #CommunityResilience #RamblerAnglerBlade #flyfishing #flytying #mendingonthefly #oldlineangling

(Note: This episode is a clip from our Friday livestream.) Go to http://turleytalkslikesgold.com/ to get your free 2024 Gold & Silver Kit now. *The content presented by sponsors may contain affiliate links. When you click and shop the links, Turley Talks may receive a small commission.* -- Join my new Courageous Conservative Bootcamp and get equipped to fight back and restore foundational values.  Learn more at http://fight.turleytalks.com/join YOUR HOMEWORK TO HELP TRUMP WIN, OR FACE 8 YEARS OF KAMALA IS HERE: 1) https://win.donaldjtrump.com/trump-na - Donate to Trump (bare minimum, and get your lower propensity friends and family to vote) 2) https://Talk.donaldjtrump.com - Phone Banking 3) https://Protectthevote.com - Poll Watching 4) https://Swampthevoteusa.com - Voter Registration 5) https://Earlyvoteaction.com - Grass Roots Voter Registration/Postcards (Downloadable App too) 6) https://TPAction.com/app - Grass Roots Activism (also Phone Baking, registration efforts, etc. on the downloadable app) 7) https://theamericapac.org/ - Get paid $30/Hr. by Elon Musk to Chase Ballots for Trump in Swing States! 8) https://Turnoutfortrump.com - Paid Canvassing  9) https://AMillionForMAGA.com - Volunteer Opportunities 10) https://PAChase.com – PA specific 11) https://10xvotes.com – MI specific (coming to WI/PA/AZ soon) for turning out lower propensity voters 12) https://t.co/zfE2RzvIyE - Posters A comprehensive guide to how we, as a community, can get Donald Trump Re-Elected. **All clips used for fair use commentary, criticism, and educational purposes. See Hosseinzadeh v. Klein, 276 F.Supp.3d 34 (S.D.N.Y. 2017); Equals Three, LLC v. Jukin Media, Inc., 139 F. Supp. 3d 1094 (C.D. Cal. 2015).

(Note: This episode is from our Friday livestream.) A deflated and defeated Cenk Uygur of the Young Turks openly admits that Kamala is losing virtually everywhere. Everything is swinging to Trump as we speak. The damn has broken, the Kamala campaign is in a freefall and we're going to see how more and more Democrats are openly panicking and why they ain't seen nothin' yet - the Kamala implosion is just getting started! -- Go to https://preparewithturley.com right now and stock up on their best-selling 3-Month Emergency Food Kit. Start the 24/7 Protection of Your Home and Equity Today! Go to  https://www.hometitlelock.com/turleytalks Go to http://patriotmobile.com/turleytalks or call 972-PATRIOT for your FREE MONTH of service today *The content presented by sponsors may contain affiliate links. When you click and shop the links, Turley Talks may receive a small commission.* -- Join my new Courageous Conservative Bootcamp and get equipped to fight back and restore foundational values.  Learn more at http://fight.turleytalks.com/join YOUR HOMEWORK TO HELP TRUMP WIN, OR FACE 8 YEARS OF KAMALA IS HERE: 1) https://win.donaldjtrump.com/trump-na - Donate to Trump (bare minimum, and get your lower propensity friends and family to vote) 2) https://Talk.donaldjtrump.com - Phone Banking 3) https://Protectthevote.com - Poll Watching 4) https://Swampthevoteusa.com - Voter Registration 5) https://Earlyvoteaction.com - Grass Roots Voter Registration/Postcards (Downloadable App too) 6) https://TPAction.com/app - Grass Roots Activism (also Phone Baking, registration efforts, etc. on the downloadable app) 7) https://theamericapac.org/ - Get paid $30/Hr. by Elon Musk to Chase Ballots for Trump in Swing States! 8) https://Turnoutfortrump.com - Paid Canvassing  9) https://AMillionForMAGA.com - Volunteer Opportunities 10) https://PAChase.com – PA specific 11) https://10xvotes.com – MI specific (coming to WI/PA/AZ soon) for turning out lower propensity voters 12) https://t.co/zfE2RzvIyE - Posters A comprehensive guide to how we, as a community, can get Donald Trump Re-Elected. -- **All clips used for fair use commentary, criticism, and educational purposes. See Hosseinzadeh v. Klein, 276 F.Supp.3d 34 (S.D.N.Y. 2017); Equals Three, LLC v. Jukin Media, Inc., 139 F. Supp. 3d 1094 (C.D. Cal. 2015).

Here are a few of the questions and topics from September's Q&A podcast. * Announcements * Invocation and Meditation * Post Reiki class/session discomfort * Reiki Online Skepticism : What can we do? * Volunteer Opportunities and Ideas at a Cancer Center  (link: https://centerforreikiresearch.com) * Techniques for Reiki Energy Protection * Utilizing Reiki for Making Amends/Self Forgiveness * Combining modalities into a Reiki practice? Clients using insurance? ✨Connect with Colleen and Robyn  Classes: https://reikilifestyle.com/classes-page/ FREE Distance Reiki Share: https://reikilifestyle.com/community/  Podcast: https://reikilifestyle.com/podcast/ (available on all major platforms too) Website: https://reikilifestyle.com/ Colleen Social Media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ReikiLifestyle Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reikilifestyleofficialempo Robyn Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robynbenellireiki Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/robynbenellireiki **DISCLAIMER** This episode is not a substitute for seeking professional medical care but is offered for relaxation and stress reduction which support the body's natural healing capabilities. Reiki is a complement to and never a replacement for professional medical care. Colleen and Robyn are not licensed professional health care providers and urge you to always seek out the appropriate physical and mental help professional health care providers may offer. Results vary by individual.

Bryan Barrett talks to Michelle Clifford with the Boys and Girls Club of Rutherford County about last summer's trial of a La Vergne site and what that could mean for the futur

In today's Clark County Today Morning Rundown, we cover a gunfire exchange in Hazel Dell under investigation by CCSO, Paul Valencia's unique experience judging a barbecue contest, and the race to complete a hand recount in the Washington Lands Commissioner primary. Plus, opinion pieces on the 'President of Joy' and grocery price caps, and updates on Washington Fish and Wildlife's body camera program, volunteer opportunities in the city, Merwin Dam's higher flow releases, and a recent arrest in a Vancouver drive-by shooting. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/ #ClarkCountyWa #LocalNews #VancouverWa #HazelDellNews #GunfireIncident #BBQContest #JournalismLife #WACommissionerRace #PresidentOfJoy #GroceryPrices #WashingtonPolicyCenter #WDFW #BodyCameras #VolunteerOpportunities #MerwinDam #VancouverPolice #DriveByShooting #LocalNews

In this episode, Hailey spotlights Washington County–the perfect combination of friendly, small-town charm and nearby city amenities. Rich with history and culture, Washington County is home to 20 cities, towns, and villages, including West Bend, Hartford, Richfield, and Germantown featured in this episode. These neighboring communities each have their own unique flare, but share an overarching goal–to love and support Washington County.Read the blog here: https://discoverwisconsin.com/a-few-featured-communities-in-washington-county-west-bend-hartford-slinger-richfield-germantown/West Bend Farmer's Market: https://www.westbendfarmersmarket.com/; Washington County Historical Society: https://www.wchspa.org/; The Tower Heritage Center: https://thetowerheritagecenter.org/; The Bend Theater: https://thebendwi.org/; Volunteer Center of Washington County: https://volunteernow.net/; The Hub: https://www.socialgoodbrews.org/; Social Good Brews: https://www.socialgoodbrews.org/social-good-brews/; Kindness Project: https://volunteernow.net/project/; Do Good Bus: https://volunteernow.net/do-good-bus/; Camp Superhero: https://volunteernow.net/camp-superhero/Hartford: https://www.ci.hartford.wi.us/; Wisconsin Automotive Museum: https://wisconsinautomuseum.com/; Southeast Wisconsin Short Track Hall of Fame: http://sewishorttrackhof.com/; Scoop DeVille: https://scoopdevillehartford.com/; Slinger Speedway: https://slingersuperspeedway.com/; Holy Hill Art Farm: https://www.holyhillartfarm.com/; Old Germantown: https://oldgermantown.com/The Bobber: https://discoverwisconsin.com/blog/The Cabin Podcast: https://the-cabin.simplecast.com. Follow on social @thecabinpodShop Discover Wisconsin: shop.discoverwisconsin.com. Follow on social @shopdiscoverwisconsinDiscover Wisconsin: https://discoverwisconsin.com/. Follow on social @discoverwisconsinDiscover Mediaworks: https://discovermediaworks.com/. Follow on social @discovermediaworksWashington County: https://www.washcowisco.gov/. Follow on social @washcowisco

“Instead of creating silos, how can we work together, create networks, and elaborate more in the future? Because we have such a robust wealth of knowledge and expertise, that ONS is very good at helping to facilitate that,” Jan Tipton, DNP, APRN-CNS, AOCN®, clinical assistant professor in the School of Nursing at Purdue University in West Lafayette, IN, told Jaime Weimer, MSN, RN, AGCNS-BS, AOCNS®, manager of oncology nursing practice at ONS, during a conversation about her volunteer experience in a think tank held during the 2024 ONS Congress®. Music Credit: “Fireflies and Stardust” by Kevin MacLeod Licensed under Creative Commons by Attribution 3.0  Earn 0.25 contact hours of nursing continuing professional development (NCPD) by listening to the full recording and completing an evaluation at myoutcomes.ons.org by August 2, 2026. The planners and faculty for this episode have no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose. ONS is accredited as a provider of NCPD by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. Learning outcome: Learners will report an increase in knowledge related to participation in professional collaboration opportunities. Episode Notes  Complete this evaluation for free NCPD.  Volunteer Opportunities on ONS Communities Oncology Nursing Podcast episodes: Episode 320: What It's Like to Be a Peer Reviewer or Associate Editor for an ONS Journal Episode 309: What Brings You to ONS Congress®? ONS Voice articles: What Brings You Value in ONS? You Can Thank a Volunteer for That The Power of Connection in Oncology Nursing ONS Health Policy Priorities and Agenda ONS Resources for Researchers Luma Institute: Abstraction laddering American Organization of Nursing Leadership think tanks National Association of Clinical Nurse Specialists health policy think tanks To discuss the information in this episode with other oncology nurses, visit the ONS Communities. To find resources for creating an Oncology Nursing Podcast™ Club in your chapter or nursing community, visit the ONS Podcast Library. To provide feedback or otherwise reach ONS about the podcast, email pubONSVoice@ons.org. Highlights From This Episode “Individuals that would be helpful for this type of think tank would be those that view themselves as change agents, those who are willing and motivated to confront uncomfortable truths, persistent issues, that might think of a better way to do things. In addition, people that are highly inquisitive, curious, eager to learn, and those that have out-of-the-box type thinking, flexible, creative, and would work well in this group environment.” TS 3:29 “We all came from very diverse backgrounds, all over the country, and it was a great opportunity to blend our backgrounds in academia, clinical practice, and then be able to share not only some of the dilemmas and hardships that we see, but then to recommend some actions for the future.” TS 6:12 “But things that sparked my interest were things that were very small scale and then things that were very large scale that everyone could benefit from hearing. And one that comes to mind was, in a very small way, how can we collaborate with our various backgrounds and PhDs and DNPs and have more of a meet-and-greet? We're sometimes in our silos. And how can we create opportunities for each other to learn from each other, to have these meetings, maybe in social venues, to learn about interests, research, collaborations in the future?” TS 6:55 “I think it's important to challenge yourself to be open to new ideas, to keep an open mind. Consider that your idea may not be agreeable to everyone. So to think through, everyone that you may be participating with and have a heightened awareness of all the differences that we may have in our different backgrounds, gender, characteristics that we believe in, in terms of our practice. So thinking through those things in advance and being open to new ideas, I think, is really important and sort of self-reflecting before the event.” TS 15:41

Wednesday, July 24th 2024Today, fact checking claims and combating misinformation about Kamala Harris; the Trump Campaign has filed a complaint with the FEC over Harris taking over the Biden war chest; the Harris Campaign has requested VP vetting materials for a short list of potential candidates; the Trump Campaign is second guessing their choice of JD Vance; Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle has resigned her position in the wake of the assassination attempt; President Biden is COVID negative and will address the nation tonight at 8 PM ET; Senator Menendez says his last day in the Senate is August 20th; a conversation with Tennessee Rep Gloria Johnson and her campaign to beat Senator Marsha Blackburn; plus Allison and Dana deliver your Good News.Our GuestTennessee State House Rep. Gloria Johnson​​ (TN-90)Gloria Johnson Campaign (votegloriajohnson.com)Tickets and LIVE show dates https://allisongill.comSubscribe for free to MuellerSheWrote on Substackhttps://muellershewrote.substack.comAnswer The Call! Thursday, July 25 8:30pmhttps://twitter.com/shannonrwattsStoriesA Reader's Guide To MAGA's Racist And Misogynistic Attacks On Kamala Harris (Talking Points Memo)FACT FOCUS: A look at false claims around Kamala Harris and her campaign for the White House (AP News)Trump campaign files complaint over transfer of Biden funds to Harris (NYT)Harris campaign requests vetting materials from several possible running mates (NBC News)Check out other MSW Media podcastshttps://mswmedia.com/shows/Subscribe to Lawyers, Guns, And MoneyAd-free premium feed: https://lawyersgunsandmoney.supercast.comSubscribe for free everywhere else:https://lawyersgunsandmoney.simplecast.com/episodes/1-miami-1985Follow AG and Dana on Social MediaDr. Allison Gill Follow Mueller, She Wrote on Posthttps://post.news/@/MuellerSheWrote?utm_source=TwitterAG&utm_medium=creator_organic&utm_campaign=muellershewrote&utm_content=FollowMehttps://muellershewrote.substack.comhttps://twitter.com/MuellerSheWrotehttps://www.threads.net/@muellershewrotehttps://www.tiktok.com/@muellershewrotehttps://instagram.com/muellershewroteDana Goldberghttps://twitter.com/DGComedyhttps://www.instagram.com/dgcomedyhttps://www.facebook.com/dgcomedyhttps://danagoldberg.comHave some good news; a confession; or a correction to share?Good News & Confessions - The Daily Beanshttps://www.dailybeanspod.com/confessional/From The Good NewsSasha RPS' Web Page (New Jersey)|https://www.ehrdogs.org/animals/detail?AnimalID=20501580 Live Show Ticket Links:https://allisongill.com (for all tickets and show dates)Friday August 16th Washington, DC - with Andy McCabe, Pete Strzok, Glenn Kirschner https://tinyurl.com/Beans-in-DCSaturday August 24 San Francisco, CA https://tinyurl.com/Beans-SF Listener Survey:http://survey.podtrac.com/start-survey.aspx?pubid=BffJOlI7qQcF&ver=shortFollow the Podcast on Apple:The Daily Beans on Apple PodcastsWant to support the show and get it ad-free and early?Supercasthttps://dailybeans.supercast.com/OrPatreon https://patreon.com/thedailybeansOr subscribe on Apple Podcasts with our affiliate linkThe Daily Beans on Apple Podcasts

In this week's episode, we have a moving conversation with Gyda Loveres, founder of the nonprofit Safe Streets Arizona. Gyda shares her inspiring story of overcoming adversity since immigrating to the US from the Philippines. Despite online bullying while volunteering and her own mental health struggles, Gyda perseveres to make a difference helping Phoenix's homeless community. Her organization provides basic necessities like food, water, and clothing to those in need. Gyda offers actionable ways we can all pay it forward in small acts of kindness. Her message is if we each do our little part with compassion, together we can create positive change.In this episode, you will be able to: Discover the essential steps to launch a nonprofit organization in Arizona. Explore effective strategies to make a meaningful impact. Learn how to build resilience and overcome online bullying. Hear inspiring success stories of immigrant entrepreneurs achieving their dreams. Check out SFE Streets of Arizona's website at sfestreetsaz.org to stay updated on their events and initiatives, and consider purchasing a SFE Streets t-shirt to support their cause. Follow SFE Streets of Arizona on Instagram for regular updates and opportunities to volunteer or contribute to their efforts. Consider donating clothes, bras, socks, blankets, sweaters, water bottles, hydration packets, and school supplies to SFE Streets of Arizona to help those in need. https://www.youtube.com/youtube.com/channel/UCT1El4slg62CP_XGg_i23vA https://www.youtube.com/youtube.com/channel/UCT1El4slg62CP_XGg_i23vA https://www.linkedin.com/linkedin.com/findingarizonapodcast https://www.findingarizonapodcast.com/ https://www.twitter.com/twitter.com/findingarizona https://www.facebook.com/facebook.com/findingarizonapodcast The key moments in this episode are: 00:01:29 - Gyda's Journey to the U.S.  00:09:47 - Overcoming Adversity and Finding Success  00:11:22 - Facing Online Bullying and Taking Action  00:16:41 - Building SFE Streets and Helping the Homeless  00:19:51 - Future Goals for SFE Streets  00:23:27 - GYDA's Personal Experience and Resilience  00:27:28 - Volunteer Opportunities  00:28:16 - Encouraging Acts of Kindness  00:33:30 - Support and Donation Opportunities The resources mentioned in this episode are: SUPPORT: If you love this episode, please share it with someone you know will also enjoy it! Not for us, but for our guests, leave a review on iTunes. While you are listening, post a screenshot on social media and make sure to tag @FindingArizonaPodcast so we can thank you! Leave us a five star review!  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/finding-arizona-podcast/id969100902?mt=2   Ready to start your own podcast? Found-House.com powered by The Finding Arizona Podcast is your best find! Want to be a guest or a sponsor of the show? Send us a message on the https://www.findingarizonapodcast.com/contact  SPONSORS:  Revitalize your self-care routine with Earth Based Body! Get 20% off your first online purchase at https://earthbasedbody.com/discount/FINDINGARIZONA. Embrace the goodness of nature for radiant skin! Upgrade your wellness game with Oura Ring! Enjoy $40 off your purchase using our exclusive link: https://ouraring.com/raf/a6bde107b4?utm_medium=iac. Elevate your health and sleep tracking now!  Score a $20 discount on your SeatGeek tickets with code FINDINGARIZONA. Catch your favorite events live from seatgeek.com

“In my role as an associate editor, I truly felt like I was bringing the voices of nurses who were new to oncology or new to writing forward. I was able to provide a venue for those oncology nurses who also wanted to bring forward some of the cool quality improvement projects that they were working on. I was really happy to share that knowledge through this role, so that all the other institutions can learn and maybe implement some of those solutions,” Megha Shah, DNP, FNP, OCN®, charge nurse at Northwestern Medicine Cancer Center Delnor in Geneva, IL, told Jaime Weimer, MSN, RN, AGCNS-BS, AOCNS®, manager of oncology nursing practice at ONS, during about her experience volunteering as a peer reviewer and associate editor for the Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing (CJON). Music Credit: “Fireflies and Stardust” by Kevin MacLeod Licensed under Creative Commons by Attribution 3.0  Earn 0.25 contact hours of nursing continuing professional development (NCPD) by listening to the full recording and completing an evaluation at myoutcomes.ons.org by July 12, 2026. The planners and faculty for this episode have no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose. ONS is accredited as a provider of NCPD by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. Learning outcome: Learners will report an increase in knowledge related to the role of a peer reviewer and associate editor for an ONS journal. Episode Notes  Complete this evaluation for free NCPD.  Volunteer Opportunities on ONS Communities Open Call for CJON Peer Reviewers Open Call for Oncology Nursing Forum Peer Reviewers Oncology Nursing Podcast episodes: Episode 73: Overcoming Challenges as a New Nurse Author Episode 25: How Publishing Can Advance Your Nursing Career – Part 2 Episode 24: How Publishing Can Advance Your Nursing Career – Part 1 ONS Voice articles: Publish Your First Article With ONS Voice The Power of Peer Review: With a Little Professional Polish, Your Work Will Shine Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing resources: For Authors Peer Review CJON Writing Mentorship Program Oncology Nursing Forum resources: For Authors Peer Review Upon Further Review: Peer Process Vital to Publishing ONS Career Development Learning Library ONS Resources for Book Authors and Editors ONS Books Peer Review To discuss the information in this episode with other oncology nurses, visit the ONS Communities. To find resources for creating an Oncology Nursing Podcast™ Club in your chapter or nursing community, visit the ONS Podcast Library. To provide feedback or otherwise reach ONS about the podcast, email pubONSVoice@ons.org. Highlights From This Episode “I review an article for relevancy and accuracy, score the article, provide detailed comments and feedback on sections that need improvement or the sections that look wonderful and can go straight to publishing. After that, I submit the article to the editor. You have to meet the deadlines that are given. So, I could say an article on an average takes me about one to two hours to review, which is not bad. And you're given about three or four days to review an article, so it's very attainable.” TS 7:23 “Honestly, I wasn't expecting to be picked for the associate editor position because I did not have any prior experience when I applied. But then soon after I applied, I got a call from the editor of CJON that she had reviewed my resume, she had reviewed my application, and she would love for me to join the team. She couldn't see me on the call, but I was jumping up and down.” TS 9:24 “It's fun, it's rewarding, and I promise it will help you at some point in your career or your personal life. Whether you're helping to lead a project at work or helping your child to write a paper for school, it's going to come in handy; I promise you.” TS 17:00 “I feel like one of the biggest common misconceptions is [that volunteering as a peer reviewer] is a lot of work and it's boring. That's what I hear some of the nurses say. I disagree with that. I feel like it's a lot of fun, and it's rewarding, and it's a great opportunity. I feel like everybody should try it.” TS 18:47

Send us a Text Message.This conversation explores the importance of volunteering and giving back to the community. The guests, representatives from the Assistance League of Las Vegas, discuss the various ways in which volunteering can be beneficial, such as boosting mood, learning new skills, and building connections. They highlight their organization's mission and programs, including Operation School Bell, which provides new clothes to children in need, and the Owls Closet, which offers immediate clothing assistance to students. The guests also discuss volunteer opportunities and ways to support the Assistance League, such as shopping at their thrift shop or making donations. The conversation with the Assistant League of Las Vegas covered various topics including upcoming events, social media presence, popular items at the thrift shop, and a Las Vegas trivia question. The main themes of the conversation were the Assistant League's events and promotions, the thrift shop, and the history of Las Vegas.TakeawaysVolunteering is not only beneficial for those being helped but also rewarding for the volunteers themselves.Volunteering can boost mood, provide learning opportunities, and help build a network of like-minded individuals.The Assistance League of Las Vegas offers various programs, including Operation School Bell and the Owls Closet, to support children and adults in need.There are volunteer opportunities available for individuals and corporations, and donations can be made to support the Assistance League's programs.Raising awareness and sharing resources is crucial in helping those in need and creating a stronger community. The Assistant League of Las Vegas has upcoming events such as the Springs Preserve event and the holiday shop opening in October.Connect with The Assistance League Las Vegas:Assistance League of Las Vegas | Instagram, Facebook | LinktreeSubscribe to Visit Vegas Places with Coyal Never miss an episode again!Plus get behind the scenes coverage with business owners and chefs.Have you thought about hosting your own podcast show? If so, I have provided links below to get you started in the right direction. Start with some gear that you already have, and a quiet space. Now you are officially ready.Riverside FM - provides quality recording and virtual capabilities for long distance guest.Access RiversideFM hereBuzzsprout - is hands down the easiest and best way to launch, promote, and track your podcast. Your show can be online and listed in all the major podcast directories (like Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, and more) within minutes of finishing your recording.Access Buzzsprout HereShow music composed by: Visit Vegas Places with Coyal. Real Vegas, Real Topics, Real Business with Real Owners. Covering topics on economics, entrepreneurship, health, well-being and FOOD! Thank You for tuning in and make sure to VISIT VEGAS PLACES!Follow our social media platforms:https://www.instagram.com/visitvegasplaces/https://www.youtube.com/c/CoyalHarrisonIIISupport the Show.

This week on the pod is our monthly solo episode with Paul Zelizer.  Paul is one of the first business coaches to specialize in working with social entrepreneurs and the host of the popular Awarepreneurs podcast.  This episode explore offer 7 questions to help you decide if joining a particular board or saying yes to specific volunteer opportunities is a good use of your time and resources. This episode is sponsored by the coaching company of our host, Zelizer Consulting Services. Resources mentioned in this episode include: Karla Causey episode The UN's Sustainable Development Goals Paul's Strategy Sessions Pitch an Awarepreneurs episode

In the final episode of the Invasive Plant Series Bob, Greg and Sam outline several possible paths that the common person can undertake to help turn the tide of invasive plants. From education and community driven initiatives to pushing market changes through purchasing power, we can all do a small part to make a big difference.  Related Episodes: Walnut Woods, Invasive Plants, Lawns, Gardening for Moths with Jim McCormac, The Nature of Oaks with Doug Tallamy For more information, we recommend these sources: Native Plant Education and Volunteer Opportunities with Civic Garden Center Native Plant Education with Active Outdoors Native Plant Gardening Intro Cincinnati Volunteer Opportunity with Cincinnati Parks    

Dr. Paul Weiss President Oasis Institute and Brenda Smith, Facilitator in Program for retirees joins Tom and Megan talking about the new plan announced Oasis new paid and volunteer opportunities for older adults. 314.862.4859 ext. 24  volunteer line at St. Louis Oasis.

This week we sat down with Dr. Lauri Wright, PhD, RDN, LD, FAND, 2023-2024 President of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. She is currently an associate professor and the director of nutrition programs at the University of South Florida College of Public Health. In this episode, we learn more about Wright's background and what led her to her current role as president. We discuss how RD2BE's can get involved within AND, the benefits of advocacy within the profession, as well as how we as students can make the future bright for dietetics! For more information about the Academy, please refer to the links below: Professional Website (for RDN practitioners and students): https://www.eatrightpro.org/ Advocacy Page: https://www.eatrightpro.org/advocacy/take-action Volunteer Opportunities: https://www.eatrightpro.org/leadership/developing-leaders/volunteer-opportunities

This week, Little Green Light shares four tips for reengaging your lapsed donors. Then we take a Rewind back to a conversation with Abby Lehman from Photo Start about how to engage lapsed, existing, and future supporters through skilled volunteer opportuniteis. In this episode, we mention a few resources you may want to check out! — Find Little Green Light's Free Resources: www.littlegreenlight.com/jenni — Check out Photo Start's website: photostart.org — Try out Catchafire: catchafire.org — Get my once-per-week email newsletter: nonprofitjenni.com/subscribe   Produced by Ben Hill Sound Music by Emily Summers ©2024 Nonprofit Jenni. All Rights Reserved.

This episode marks the 10th for Seacoast Real Talk with John Rice, and he has his first guest:  Anne Hayes executive director of Gather, a dedicated team working to end hunger on the Seacoast.Gather's focus on streamlined internal systems, processes and controls ensures that every dollar donated has a big impact on hunger. 90¢ of every dollar donated to Gather goes directly toward local hunger relief. And so many programs to help folks in need!Plus, John and Sean discuss the Real Estate market numbers and so many other Volunteer Opportunities in and around the Seacoast.  Don't be shy, get out and do something good for the community and for yourself!  Anne Hayes, Executive DirectorGather is located at 210 West Road Suite 3Portsmouth, NH 03801Email: info@gathernh.orgPhone: 603-436-0641Facebook Messenger: @GatherNH Contact John Rice HEREContact Sean Fellows HEREContact Michelle O'Dell HERE

Often times, when we think about safety planning for survivors of domestic violence, we don't always think about the choices they have to make about one of the most special creatures to them - their pets. Join Racheal Reed-Maloney (she/her) and Katie Campbell (she/her), the Director of Collaboration & Outreach at Red Rover, as they discuss how perpetrators of violence use pets as a way to maintain power and control over survivors, the impact domestic violence has on pets, and options survivors have when they are considering leaving an abusive relationship.Check out the resources and statistics mentioned in this podcast below!Volunteer Opportunities with Red Rover redrover.org/responders Instagram: @redroverorgDomesticShelters.org Safe Havens Mapping Project https://www.safehavensforpets.orgNational DV Hotline https://www.thehotline.orgDon't Forget The Pets Project https://dontforgetthepets.orgMy Dog is My Home https://www.mydogismyhome.orgMy Pitbull is Family https://www.mypitbullisfamily.orgThe Michaelson Foundation https://www.foundanimals.orgNational LINC Coalition https://nationallinkcoalition.org25 by 2025.org. https://25by2025.orgPet Power & Control WheelIf you are in crisis and need immediate support, please call our 24/7 interpersonal violence helpline at 303-556-2255.Request an Appointment with an Advocate athttps://www.thepca.org/online-appointment-requestRequest a Violence Prevention Presentation at https://www.thepca.org/prevention-educationInstagram @phoenixcenter