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The Power of Braille – A Conversation with Steve Bauer
In the latest episode of the Doing Good podcast, host Megan McInnis sits down with Steve Bauer, a retired Braille instructor and dedicated volunteer at the Braille Institute. With a background in radio and a 15-year career as a staff member teaching Braille and assistive technology, Steve has dedicated his life to literacy and accessibility...
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John Henry Soto: Finding Purpose through Art and Volunteerism
John Henry Soto’s journey is one of resilience, creativity, and selfless service. Growing up in New York City during the 70s and 80s, he experienced...
Ryan Tagg: Grief, Growth and Giving Back
In the latest episode of the Doing Good Podcast, host Megan McInnis sits down with Ryan Tagg, a dedicated volunteer at Comfort Zone Camp—a nonprofit...
Erin Harris: Aligning Personal Values with Meaningful Action
Erin Harris embodies the initiative and energy Doing Good enjoys seeing in volunteers. Eight months ago, she founded Un/Do Mindset, a nonprofit organization dedicated to...
Stephanie A. Wynn: Everyone Matters
“I love serving. I love giving back.” Stephanie Wynn has had the heart of a volunteer since she was young. From attending company picnics with...
Debbie Hartman: Making a Difference
Debbie Hartman is a mother of three and came to Nashville from San Diego to be closer to her first grandchild. In the eight months...
Living Is Giving
Bill Crump has worked hard, and now he’s playing hard. This career pilot flew for the United States Navy. While stationed in San Diego, he...
Dr. Tom Seals: A Warrior Helping Warriors
Dr. Tom Seals lives a life of service. From serving in the military to serving God, veterans, and his wife, 85-year-old Dr. Seals is an...
Pastor Luis Sura: True Volunteering
Pastor Luis Sura first heard the word “volunteer” from his mother when he was a child. In the beginning, he only believed the word meant...
Julie Ridenour: Unexpected Surprises
Some people volunteer four hours a week or a month with a specific schedule and list of directives. Julie Ridenour, on the other hand, has...
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In the latest episode of the Doing Good podcast, host Megan McInnis sits down with Steve Bauer, a...
John Henry Soto’s journey is one of resilience, creativity, and selfless service. Growing up in New...
In the latest episode of the Doing Good Podcast, host Megan McInnis sits down with Ryan Tagg, a...
Erin Harris embodies the initiative and energy Doing Good enjoys seeing in volunteers. Eight months...
“I love serving. I love giving back.” Stephanie Wynn has had the heart of a volunteer since she was...
Debbie Hartman is a mother of three and came to Nashville from San Diego to be closer to her first...
Bill Crump has worked hard, and now he’s playing hard. This career pilot flew for the United States...
Dr. Tom Seals lives a life of service. From serving in the military to serving God, veterans, and...
Pastor Luis Sura first heard the word “volunteer” from his mother when he was a child. In the...
