Beyond the Box

In this episode of Beyond the Box, Sherri Anderson welcomes Kristen “Mama K” Walther, Fairway Home Mortgage teammate, branch manager, and Fairway Cares Champion. Kristen shares the story behind the Mama K nickname, her heart for caring for others, and how Fairway Cares changed from a mission she supported to a lifeline she personally leaned on after the loss of her son, Cameron. With honesty and c...

What happens when the people who once cared for you suddenly need you to care for them? In this episode of Beyond the Box, Sherri Anderson sits down with Kathleen Caddell for a deeply personal conversation about family, caregiving, dementia, grief, and love. Kathleen shares the joy of her relationship with her sister Wendy, who has lived with a lifelong disability and continues to bring light, hum...

In this episode of Beyond the Box, Sherri Anderson welcomes Lori Martin and Kim Bowder from Delaware to talk about Pacing for Packages and the community they have helped build around Fairway Cares. Lori and Kim share how movement, accountability, and weekly “walk and talk” meetups have become more than a fitness routine. Through Pacing for Packages, they have created a space for connection, encour...

In this episode of Beyond the Box , Sherri Anderson sits down with Jeff Buum , a Fairway team member and Fairway Cares Champion, to talk about faith, loss, and the impact of being cared for when life changes suddenly. Jeff first experienced the power of Fairway Cares after receiving a package during a life-threatening battle with COVID. More recently, after the unexpected passing of his father, an...

What do you do when someone you care about is facing unimaginable loss ? In this episode of Beyond the Box , Sherri Anderson welcomes Steve Riese , SVP of HR Operations for Fairway Home Mortgage and Fairway Cares Champion. Steve shares a moving impact story about supporting a family after a tragic loss and the emotional experience of personally helping assemble their Fairway Cares packages. Throug...

Mental health struggles do not always look like a crisis. Sometimes they look like someone showing up to work, caring for their family, answering “I’m fine,” and quietly carrying more than anyone realizes. In this episode of Beyond the Box , Sherri Anderson sits down with Alaynah Sawczak , Supervisor of the Community Intervention Team at Tellurian’s Jake’s Place, for a thoughtful conversation duri...

Kristina Poltrack joins Sherri to talk about what you cansay and do to help someone walking through a critical illness, and how sometimes well-meaning comments can come across in an unintended way. She explains why it's difficult to ask for help or let friends and loved ones know what you are going through, and the regret that can come from that posttreatment. For more information on Fairway Cares...

Johanna White talks with Sherri about the emotional toll of a mastectomy, something that is not talked about much even between women who have gone through it. They talk about accepting help when you are going through something, how people can help, and how much it all means to someone who is walking through a difficult journey. For more information on Fairway Cares please visit www.fairwaycares.or...

Sherri and Eileen recorded live on this month's Women's Empowerment call. Eileen shares her story of facing breast cancer shortly after joining Fairway, and the love and support she felt from the entire company. They talk about building relationships and how important it is to get the message out that Fairway is not just another mortgage company. For more information on Fairway Cares pleas...

Jennifer returns to talk with Sherri about what happens after treatment is over, the emotional toll of adopting a new normal, and how support communities can help those dealing with restarting life after cancer. Links: www.fairwaycares.org Produced by China Shop Productions www.chinashopproductions.com

Steve Cox chats with Sherri about his family's journey through childhood cancer, and the impact of receiving a Fairway Cares package. They talk about the importance of support and getting through difficult times together. Links: www.fairwaycares.org LightTheNight.org Produced by China Shop Productions www.chinashopproductions.com

Bonnie and Tim Ray join Sherri to tell their family's story and support Childhood Cancer Awareness month. They detail the journey they've been on, offering valuable insights about navigating the challenges of childhood cancer, and provide information on how to support research for cures. Links: www.fairwaycares.org www.fibrofoundation.org Kroger Community Rewards charitynavigator.org tray@...

Beth Rhuberg joins Sherri to explain her journey fromrecipient of a Fairway Cares Box to becoming a Fairway Cares Champion, and what that means to her. They discuss Beth's experiences with GriefShare, and how she became inspired to help others who are walking through grief. Links: www.fairwaycares.org www.griefshare.org Produced by China Shop Productions www.chinashopproductions.com

Sue Maki chats with Sherri about taking time to be aware ofpeople's needs in a busy fast-moving world. They discuss Fairway's evolution and Core Values, and why the best part of Fairway is the people! Links: www.fairwaycares.org americanwarriorinitiative.com Produced by China Shop Productions www.chinashopproductions.com

Dan Guarrero talks with Sherri about his journey to becominga Fire Service Chaplain and Fairway Cares Champion. Links: www.fairwaycares.org americanwarriorinitiative.com Produced by China Shop Productions www.chinashopproductions.com

Brittney Hanson shares the reasons she came to Fairway, andher passion for giving back. Check out Brittney's organization, The Success Collective, and be sure to join Fairway Cares as we Paint the Street Pink this fall! Links: successcollective.org The Go Giver book www.fairwaycares.org Produced by China Shop Productions www.chinashopproductions.com

Sherri talks with Debbie Edwards about her journey and whygiving back is so important to her. Links: www.fairwaycares.org Produced by China Shop Productions www.chinashopproductions.com

Sherri sits down with Kristi Brannon to talk about her experiences with Fairway Cares package recipients, and being the inspiration for the Fairway Cares Champions. Kristi talks about how moving it is to be involved in something that is so meaningful to people who are going through a difficult time, and how she found camaraderie with the Champions. Find out more about Fairway Cares packages, who t...

Angie Turley shares how the company culture makes Fairwaystand out from other mortgage companies. She talks with Sherri about being a Fairway Cares Champion, working with AWI, and Homes for Heroes. They talk about Sunshine packages and sending boxes of encouragement and hope. Links: www.fairwaycares.org americanwarriorinitiative.com www.homesforheroes.com Produced by China Shop Productions www.chi...

Sherri chats with Peter Elsby about his sister's story, and his passion for spreading breast cancer awareness. Peter and his wife Tammy serve on the board of the Suddenly Pink Foundation which provides support to those fighting breast cancer. They are also involved with Night Out With The Girls, whose mission is bringing early breast cancer detection and overall breast health education to ever...

Sherri talks with Scott Wehrs, President of Warmies aboutthe tremendous impact that Warmies have had for Fairway Cares Package recipients of all ages. Scott tells the story of how he and Sherri met and talks about Warmies mission to bring comfort and well-being to children, parents, and anyone else who needs a long warm hug. Links: https://www.fairwaycares.org/ https://warmies.com/ Produced by Chi...

Sherri talks with Jennifer Rome about her journey toovercoming breast cancer and becoming a Warrior for Bra Couture. Jennifer explains the gifts she discovered from facing turmoil, finding joy in the little things, and taking things one day at a time. She shares her vision as a Fairway Cares Champion, and her passion for providing a support system forthose facing critical illness. Links: Bra Coutu...

Louise Thaxton joins Sherri to tell the origin story of Fairway Cares, and how it has grown over the years. They talk about the impact that Fairway Cares packages have made for people in Louise's life, and that no matter the season, just do the next right thing! For more information on Fairway Cares please visitwww.fairwaycares.org. For more information on American Warrior Initiative (AWI), pl...