Hope, Nevada

Give Hope Foundation This week we had a conversation with Elisabeth Hadler, marketing director for the Give Hope Foundation. Give Hope is a volunteer run organization providing assistance, hope, relief, and financial support for Northern Nevada families with children battling catastrophic illnesses. Learn more about Give Hope and get involved at https://givehopenv.org/

R.A.V.E. Family Foundation This week we had a conversation with Korine Viehweg, executive director for RAVE family foundation. RAVE improves the well-being of Nevada families by providing respite to those caring for children with special needs. They accomplish their mission by training youth volunteers to care for these exceptional children. Learn more about RAVE and get involved at https://nnrff....

This week we had a conversation with Myree Townsend, Executive Director of the Bed Bug Relief Foundation. The Bed Bug Relief Foundation is a non-profit dedicated to providing information, advice, local resources, and bed bug treatments to those individuals who cannot afford them on their own. Their goal is to remove the stigma and shame from bed bug infestations and see a drastic reduction in the...

This week we had a conversation with Lisa Moore, founder and CEO of Life Changes, Inc - a Level II Sober Living Home providing safety, shelter, and support to adults affected by substance abuse, mental illness, incarceration, homelessness, human trafficking, and domestic violence. They are dedicated to empowering each client to achieve their life vision. Learn more about the Life Changes, Inc. and...

This week we had a conversation with Patti Weiski, founder and CEO of Dress for Success Reno in Northern Nevada. Dress for Success empowers women to achieve economic independence by providing a network of support, professional attire, and development tools to help them thrive in work and life. Learn more about Dress for Success and get involved at  https://reno.dressforsuccess.org/

This week we had a conversation with Kerri Countess, founder, and CEO of Forever 14. Forever 14 advances conversation and human connection to prevent teen suicide. In honor of Kerri’s precious son Caleb who died by suicide, she is a passionate advocate for teenagers in our community and breaking the stigma around this topic. Learn more about Forever 14 and get involved at  https://forever14.org/

This week we had a conversation with representatives from Donor Network West - which connects organ and tissue donors to people in need throughout northern California and northern Nevada. We hear from Dawn, a donor mom; Tom, a two time organ recipient; and Jeff, the Director of Organ Operations. Learn more about Donor Network West at  https://www.donornetworkwest.org/

 This week we had a conversation with Monica DuPea, Executive Director of Nevada Youth Empowerment Project (NYEP). NYEP gives homeless young women in the Reno area a chance to reroute their lives through a structured program that provides housing and basic needs, life skills training, and opportunities to practice new life skills, and the support and love of a family. Learn more about NYEP’s...

This week we had a conversation with Nikki Hertzler, a local foster mom and author. Nikki is passionate about encouraging others to search for God’s strength and wisdom and in finding His purpose for their lives. To contact Nikki and to order her book Help! I’m a Foster Parent, visit her website: nikkihertzler.com Additional links from the episode: - LC Cares https://lifechurchreno.com/lccares - F...

This week on Hope, NV we got to have a conversation with Jason Sheffield with the Nevada House of Prayer In partnership with the local church and other organizations, they hope to equip our city with a culture of prayer, worship, and unity - and to be an incubator of true community and Kingdom lifestyle. For more info and to see the prayer room schedule, visit http://www.nvhop.org/

This week on Hope, NV we got to have a conversation with Jenny Yeager Chief Programs and Strategy Officer of the Food Bank of Northern Nevada. The Food Bank of Northern Nevada's mission is feeding the hungry today and solving hunger for tomorrow through community partnership. They are the primary regional food distribution and support system in our area - serving approximately 130,000 people. FBNN...

This week on Hope, NV we got to have a conversation with Lacie Carl, President of the Northern Nevada Chapter of Concerns of Police Survivors. NNCOPS has been serving the Northern part of Nevada since 2016, their primary goal is to rebuild the shattered lives of law enforcement survivors. If there's a line of duty death, they are there to serve the families, agencies, and coworkers to rally around...

This week on Hope, NV we got to have a conversation with Jake Wiskerchen, the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Zephyr Wellness. Zephyr Wellness’ mission is to provide citizens in our community, state, and country with the best possible care for mind, body, and spirit through accessible, holistic, and compassionate approaches that honor personal freedom. Zephyr Wellness Online: zephyrwellness...

This week on Hope Nevada we got to have a conversation with Annie Goni-Stewart, the Executive Direction of For Kids Foundation. The mission of For Kids Foundation is to fill in the gaps, created by other programs, to fund urgent unmet needs of northern Nevada children where there is no other known resource available, so that children may thrive. For Kids Foundation online: forkidsfoundation.org

This week on Hope Nevada we got to have a conversation with Anne Elizabeth Northan, the Executive Director of Join Together Northern Nevada.

 This week on Hope Nevada we got to have a conversation with Trevor Macaluso, the Chief Executive Officer of Eddy House. Eddy House is a local non-profit that focuses on homeless and at-risk youth, 18-24. The focus on this young population is intentional, studies show that if a person is stably housed before the age of 25, they are 80% less likely to remain chronically unhoused over the span...

This week on Hope Nv, we got to have a conversation with Courtney Vogt, the Development Manager of Spread The Word Nevada. The goal of Spread The Word Nevada is to promote literacy and to make it possible for all of Nevada’s children to experience the magic of books. Office located at 290 Gentry Way Suite#6 24Hr Book Drop Box Spread The Word Nevada online: 

This week on Hope Nv, we got to have a conversation with Joy Heuer, the Executive Director of Girls On The Run Sierras. Girls On The Run Sierras is a non-profit designed to teach critical life skills using research-based programs. Meeting in small teams, trained volunteer coaches inspire girls of all abilities to strengthen confidence through dynamic interactive lessons and physical activity.

This week on Hope Nv, we got to have a conversation with Sharon Hickox, the Clinical Services Manager at NoteAble Music Therapy Services. NoteAble Music Therapy Services addresses physical, social, and mental health needs in our community, by offering a range of adaptive mental health services. NMTS Online: nmtsreno.org To get in contact with NMTS: mail@nmts.org 775-324-5521

This week on Hope, Nevada we got to have a conversation with Dr. Karen Gedney, the of Reno-Sparks Gospel Mission. We also got to hear from Dr. Karens' mentee, Jalissa Williams.

This week on Hope, Nevada we got to have a conversation with Mari Hutchinson, the Chief Executive Officer at Step2. Step2 is a private local nonprofit that was founded in 1986. At its core, Step2 was founded on the concept that women shouldn't have to choose between being a mom, and receiving substance use disorder treatment.  Step2 Online: step2reno.org

This week on Hope, Nevada we got to have a conversation with Luis Santoni, the of Reno-Sparks Gospel Mission. The Reno-Sparks Gospel Mission is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit, non-denominational Christian organization dedicated to helping the homeless, hungry, addicted, and abused in the Northern Nevada area. Reno-Sparks Gospel Mission online: rsgm.org

This week on Hope, Nevada we got to have a conversation with Jessica Cisneros, the Program Director of Awaken. Awaken is a faith-based nonprofit organization, whose mission is to increase awareness and education surrounding commercial sexual exploitation and to provide housing and restoration for its victims.  Awaken Online: awakenreno.org

This week on Hope, Nevada we got to have a conversation with Dave McLaughlin, the new Executive Director of Good Shepherd’s Clothes Closet. GSCC is here for people and the community, not just clothing - Their mission is to address the needs of the entirety of the person wearing the clothes by connecting them to other community orgs in the area - on top of providing a ( free ) dignified shopping ex...

This week on Hope, Nevada we got to have a conversation with Katie Pace, of Rebuilding Together Northern Nevada Rebuilding Together online: rtnnv.org Phone Contact: 775-395-9808