Doing Good

Ann Marie Nordgren works at the Wilson County CASA nonprofit and volunteers for another,   Wilson Rides . This caring mother shares why she views volunteering as a way to help others and an opportunity to learn from those who are vulnerable while expanding one’s own perspective. This podcast is brought to you by Doing Good, a 501c3 nonprofit. www.doinggood.tv

Hillary Cohen founded and volunteers with Every Day Action, the LA-based nonprofit which saves food from film and television productions to feed the hungry. Hear what led her to create the nonprofit and how, with the help of a friend, they grew the new nonprofit. This podcast is brought to you by Doing Good, a 501c3 nonprofit. www.doinggood.tv

Idella Hansen’s passion for volunteering stems from her grandmother’s involvement in their hometown church years ago. Due to her career of driving for 54 years, Idella volunteers at many trucking organizations including CDL TEAR , Real Women in Trucking , Trucker’s Christmas Group , and Operation Roger . Listen as Idella shares unforgettable stories about drivers who have been stranded, injured, o...

In this week's episode of "Doing Good," join us as we delve into the world of making a positive impact through understanding dyslexia. Our host, Megan, engages with Leah Marcus, a passionate volunteer and graduate student, who discusses her journey with dyslexia and her involvement with Learning Matters, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting students with dyslexia. Leah sheds light on dyslexia's cha...

In this podcast episode, join us as we speak with Michael Freeman, a true embodiment of the spirit of service. With an unyielding sense of adventure, fearlessness, and a heart full of compassion, Michael's life is dedicated to making a difference. From his work in the public sector and service in the National Guard to his extensive volunteering with water-related non-profits in the southeastern Un...

Martin Plumlee finds inspiration to volunteer from his family, West Point experience, and his faith. He contributes to various organizations including High Hopes , Rotary Club , and Reboot Recovery , among others. Listen as Martin shares the joy and peace he gains from aiding others, recommends several organizations, and emphasizes a vital message about mental wellness. Martin was born and raised...

Tanya Kanney has been a dedicated volunteer for children since high school. As the founder of Orphans to Royalty, her passion for people comes from God and the example set by her mother in soup kitchens. Listen as Tanya speaks about the origin of Orphans to Royalty , the sometimes “muddy” side of volunteering, and how to get involved volunteering in your passions. Tanya resides in Austin, Texas, a...

Shavonya Washington encourages each of us to “Just be bold!” A break-up led her to volunteer, and today she serves several nonprofits including No Man Left Behind, Gilda’s Club, Nashville Children’s Theatre, and a local YMCA. Her personal reason for volunteering ties the four together for her. Shavonya lives south of Nashville, Tennessee. This podcast is brought to you by Doing Good, a 501c3 nonpr...

John Richardson finds immense joy and wisdom in both older and younger individuals, and his volunteerism reflects this. He volunteers for the Boy Scouts of America, Tres Dias, and local government as an Officer of Elections for the Davidson County Election Commission. Hear his passion, reasons for volunteering, and how he benefits from serving others on this Doing Good podcast episode. John lives...

In today's episode, Megan speaks with John Baker. John is an insurance professional who passionately preserves African American history. His lifelong interest is the genealogy of African American families – including those whose ancestors were slaves. He leads by example by volunteering in leadership and hands-on roles for a museum, library, and archives. This podcast is produced by Doing Good, a...

In today's episode, our host Megan speaks with Natalie Bell. Natalie is a journalist who discovered her passion through her work. She believes understanding the past is essential to understanding the present. This conversation focuses on her volunteerism in history with a focus on African American cemeteries. This podcast is produced by Doing Good, a 501 nonprofit which celebrates volunteers’ stor...

Anna Kate Roberson is a determined fourteen-year-old who doesn’t let her autism diagnosis get in the way of her dream of becoming a veterinarian. She volunteers at two horse rescue centers where she is able to help with the horses and gain valuable experience. Music: Uppbeat License code: ULKLLZSLSU8XCRCS

As an employee of John Deere and former CEO of KPA, Vane leverages his broad range of education and work experience to reconnect with his passion: farming. Vane largely gives back to his Colorado-based community through Farm Rescue, a non-profit that helps family farms plant and harvest crops following unexpected medical crises.

In today's episode, Susan Hartley talks about her experience raising a special needs child and how it helped her discover the Developmental Disabilities Resource Center. She also discusses her cousin's non-profit, the Imagine Project, and how beneficial its program can be. Music: Uppbeat License code: ULKLLZSLSU8XCRCS

In this episode of Doing Good, Carroll Hill discusses her experience volunteering with the National Museum of African American Music.

LaDawn volunteers for her church and for Cray Youth & Family Services. In this episode, she dives into not only how she volunteers, but how religion has impacted her volunteerism. Music:  Uppbeat License code: ULKLLZSLSU8XCRCS

Cylinda Smith shares her story on volunteerism with Roberta's House in Baltimore,Maryland. As a mother,grandmother and community leader, she also shares stories on serving various program efforts as grief counselor and minister. Music:  Uppbeat License code: ULKLLZSLSU8XCRCS

This is the last of five episodes when I am humbled to step in with a mini-series on volunteering so our podcast editor volunteers can enjoy a well-deserved break. In this mini-series, we’re breaking volunteering down into age groups. Prior episodes targeted retirees, the majority of the working adult population, and college-age – slash-young professionals. This week is about children and youth. I...

This is the fourth of five episodes when I am humbled to step in with a mini-series on volunteering so our podcast editor volunteers can enjoy a well-deserved break. In this mini-series, we’re breaking volunteering down into age groups. The prior episodes targeted retirees and the majority of the working adult population. This week is college age – slash-young professionals, and next week is about...

In this mini-series, we’re breaking volunteering down into age groups. Last week’s episode was about retirees and spouses. Today’s is about the working adult population. And the next two weeks are for college age – slash-young professionals then children and youth.

Now, everyone’s heard the phrase “everyone can make a difference.” But, do they really mean it? I say yes. I’m breaking it down to age groups to show you, or remind you, how you can make a difference.

So, for five weeks, I am humbled to offer a short series on volunteering so our podcast editor volunteers can enjoy a well-deserved break.

Farhana Ali has also made huge contributions while sharing her volunteering roots in her community, with her children, husband and as head treasurer and board of directors at Texas Muslim Women's Foundation in Dallas/Fort Worth, Texas. Music from Uppbeat "Clarity" by Zoo License code: ULKLLZSLSU8XCRCS

Even though Katie has terminal cancer, she volunteers at Little Pink Houses of Hope and is living her new normal. Music from Uppbeat "Clarity" by Zoo License code: ULKLLZSLSU8XCRCS

Daisuke was never taught in a way that worked well for him, so he is volunteering with Class Act Detroit to help make education better for the next generation of students. Music: Uppbeat License code: ULKLLZSLSU8XCRCS