African-American Community

Keisha Felton has only begun her journey to improve the lives of youths. She is a volunteer extraordinaire who founded the nonprofit, Project E3, with a mission of helping kids from low-income families attend summer camps in Nashville. She successfully served 26 kids from kindergarten through sixth grade in her first summer running Project E3.… Keisha Felton: Serving and Empowering Kids from Low-Income Families...

“African American history is American history,” says Natalie Bell, a volunteer forging her own path to preserve and teach history.  Natalie has always had a passion for discovering and sharing stories. Her over 25-year career has included roles as a contributing writer for NPR and as an award-winning news reporter. Over time, telling the stories… “African American history is American history,” says Natalie Bell...

By: Angela Barbosa Imagine being at an appointment with your doctor and learning you have cancer. According to the National Cancer Institute, more than 1.8 million people in the United States face that moment each year. Sadly, many of them face the uncertain and frightening next steps alone.  People with initial cancer diagnoses typically face… Lifelong Servant Leader Serves on the Path She Once Walked...

Listen to Jason, a husband, father of two, and a young professional, as he talks about the heart of a person. What happens to children after their court date? How do they move forward in a meaningful way? These are just two of many ways the Juvenile Justice Center impacts children & their families throughout… Featured Volunteer: Jason...