Butler Buzz

Host Tricia Pritchard sits down with Margie Wolfe to discuss a hearing aid program designed to meet the needs of people who otherwise would not be able to afford a hearing health solution. The Miracle-Ear Foundation: The Gift of Sound™ | Miracle-Ear

Host Tricia Pritchard sits down with Julie Thumma to discuss an organization that brings together early childhood programs, families, public and private schools, higher education, and businesses to assess what quality early learning opportunities exist in the community.  Early Care & Education Council • Lifesteps

Host Tricia Pritchard sits down with Jackie Eppler to discuss a group that increases the awareness of resources available to the special needs community through networking, promotion, and advocacy. HOME | Wersnc (specialneedsconsortium.org)

Host Tricia Pritchard sits down with Barb Gade to discuss the free adult literacy programs available at Butler County Community College. Adult Literacy | Butler County Community College (bc3.edu)

Host Tricia Pritchard sits down with Danielle Schmidt to discuss how the Children's Advocacy Center of Butler County protects children and help prosecute those who abuse them. HOME | Children's Advocacy Center of Butler County (butlercountycac.org)

Host Tricia Pritchard sits down with Diane Myers to discuss providing sports training and athletic competitions for people with mental developmental handicaps. Special Olympics PA Butler County | Butler PA | Facebook

Host Tricia Pritchard sits down with Annie Mersing to discuss an organization that facilitates the development of new capital projects, programs and scholarships for Seneca Valley students. Seneca Valley Foundation / Overview (svsd.net)

Host Tricia Pritchard sits down with Chris Ebner who provides outdoor experiences designed to strengthen the bonds between family members. https://fishing4memories.org/

Host Tricia Pritchard sits down with Cody Slater of this year's Leadership Butler County class to discuss which nonprofits they chose for this year's project. Leadership Butler County - Butler County Chamber of Commerce

Host Tricia Pritchard sits down with Mark Buchek to discuss all of the things offered to the member of the Butler County Chamber of Commerce. Butler County, the fastest-growing county in Western Pennsylvania - Butler County Chamber of Commerce

Host Tricia Pritchard sits down with Mary Chitwood to discuss a new thrift store that supports Robin's Home as well as an upcoming fundraiser. Robin's Home (robinshome.us)

Host Tricia Pritchard sits down with Tammy Rose to discuss a beauty pageant whose goal is to build friendships and instill confidence in young women with special needs.  https://www.miss22quties.org/

Host Tricia Pritchard sits down with Dr. Shanea Clancy to discuss her role as the Suicide Prevention Coordinator at the Butler VA and how they are taking a proactive approach to help not only Veterans but their entire family with comprehensive mental health services. Local Resources (veteranscrisisline.net) Dial 998 if you are experiencing difficult thoughts.

Host Tricia Pritchard sits down with John Vento to discuss a nonprofit that uses music to provide experiences and opportunities to enhance the lives of those on the autism spectrum. Homepage - Band Together Pittsburgh (bandtogetherpgh.org)

Host Tricia Pritchard sits down with Krista Washkau to discuss some new events Butler Downtown has coming up including the return of Foodie Fridays. https://butlerdowntown.org/

Host Tricia Pritchard sits down with Jessica Burr of the Butler YMCA's Reach and Rise program to discuss how much it has grown and expanded to other parts of the county.  About Us - Reach & Rise (Youth Mentoring) (bcfymca.org)

Host Tricia Pritchard sits down with Patti Kuniak to discuss free classes offered by Butler Health System that take place in person and virtually.  Lifestyle Coaching | Butler Memorial Hospital (butlerhealthsystem.org)

Host Tricia Pritchard sits down with Kristen Duckstein to discuss an organization that she started that supports families to be more social at home and out in the community. Social Revolution - Nonprofit, Workshops, Youth Space (social-rev.com)

Host Tricia Pritchard sits down with Donna Lamison to discuss, NAMI Butler County, which has been supporting individuals affected by mental illness since the 1990s. NAMI Butler County PA

Host Tricia Pritchard sits down with Alice Del Vecchio to discuss the Institute for Nonprofit Leadership at Slippery Rock University. Institute for Nonprofit Leadership | Slippery Rock

Host Tricia Pritchard sits down with Penny Cullen to discuss an upcoming event that will help grant wishes for elderly people right here in Butler. Twilight Wish Foundation – Celebrating Seniors And Making Dreams Come True

Host Tricia Pritchard sits down with Jean Bowen of the Center For Community Resources to talk about the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program. VITA Tax Preparation Program - Center for Community Resources (ccrinfo.org)

Host Tricia Pritchard sits down with the Executive Director of The Ellen O’Brien Gaiser Center, Joe Mahoney, to discuss their programs and an upcoming event. Drug and Alcohol Rehabilitation Facilities Butler PA | Gaiser Addiction Center (gaisercenter.com)

Host Tricia Pritchard sits down with Dena Martinez of the Butler AM Rotary to discuss the upcoming Carved in Ice happening in Downtown Butler. Home - Butler AM Rotary

Host Tricia Pritchard sits down with Cameron Suorsa to discuss a nonprofit educational organization that teaches public speaking and leadership skills. Earlybirds Toastmasters Club # 2255 (toastmastersclubs.org)