One would think after almost 40 years of volunteering, Frannie Martin would be ready to call it quits and hang up the towel for good. But this Nashville’s Volunteer of the Month sees no end in sight for her service work and still enjoys it every week. “It’s always been a part of my life, and I can’t imagine going on without it,” says Martin, “I feel I have gotten so much out of … [Read more...] about Keeps You Coming Back
Bake Sale Volunteer
Jena grew up with a mother who lived by the Golden Rule. With her mom as a role model and the love of her family, Jena’s lifelong passion became caring for others. “I just want to know I’m being effective and helping out,” she says. This young professional lives out her passion through volunteering, and it gives her a perfect opportunity to share her other passion – … [Read more...] about Bake Sale Volunteer
Gifted Reminder
Elizabeth Graham Pistole has been volunteering for as long as she can remember. “I’ve always been hands-on with what I can offer to my sister,” says Pistole, Nashville’s Volunteer of the Month. Pistole’s sister, Natalie, has Down syndrome and has always loved helping her and other individuals with special needs. Despite any challenges that she may face, Pistole says it’s always … [Read more...] about Gifted Reminder
A Passion for Helping Others
Michele Nicholson alongside Amanda Laginess and Drew Trapnell volunteering for Nashville Anti-Human Trafficking (NAHT) Written by: Gunnar Eng Volunteering is described by many as hard work which can be very rewarding. No one believes that more than Michele Nicholson, Nashville’s Volunteer of the Month who takes pride in helping others. Nicholson volunteers a good amount … [Read more...] about A Passion for Helping Others
A celebration of the community
With the recent World Humanitarian Day celebrated on August 19th, we can appreciate the fundamental values of differences in one another. We look to encompass what that means as we reflect on ourselves during times of uncertainty, because out of despair comes ingenuity, and out of absence comes recognition. Doing Good takes the time to not only acknowledge, but also uplift and … [Read more...] about A celebration of the community
A Young Volunteer with the Drive to Change the World
Sassy Neuman, only twelve years old, is a prime example there is no age limit to giving back to the community. Uniquely, Sassy’s love for volunteering and serving others first began when she was in the fourth grade watching a documentary on the devastation of children in the foster care system. Recognizing how thankful she was of the simple privileges some may take for granted, … [Read more...] about A Young Volunteer with the Drive to Change the World
A Celebration of the Community
As the middle of the year approaches, Doing Good takes a moment to reflect on this year’s outstanding service-oriented volunteers in the Nashville area. Local Nashville volunteers continue to selflessly give back to their community while volunteering in unique ways that express their passions and philanthropic interests. Sheila Habacker has been serving the Nashville … [Read more...] about A Celebration of the Community
Taking the Initiative to Make a Difference
From a young age, volunteering has been an integral part of Cara Finger’s life, which she credits to her parents. Raised in Texas, she says one of her most memorable moments was attending Buckner’s Children’s home where she first experienced the joy a child received from a new pair of shoes. Cara was just 6 years old, but she immediately recognized the need to help the … [Read more...] about Taking the Initiative to Make a Difference
From local fairs to the global pandemic
Written by: Emerson Loudenback Fifteen-year-old Leah Kennedy is a student at Fairview High School, but that’s not all she is. Since fourth grade, the young leader has been heavily involved in the county fair, specifically the Williamson County Fair, as well as local 4-H programs. Her personal experience is with raising and showing chickens, but Leah has grown and learned a lot … [Read more...] about From local fairs to the global pandemic
Happy to Serve
Written by: Emerson Loundenback When it comes to superpowers, Kaitlyn Jolley doesn’t have just one. She’s a middle school teacher, an advocate for health and wellness in the Nashville community, and she comes to the rescue in times of need, whether it’s helping the hungry, finding assistance for students who want better opportunities for their future, or, most recently, being … [Read more...] about Happy to Serve