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Philip Hyams: The Joy of Giving Back
In this episode of the Doing Good podcast, host Emily sits down with Philip Hyams, a college student and passionate volunteer, to discuss his inspiring journey in community service. From his early experiences as a young volunteer to co-founding a high school service organization, Philip shares how giving back has shaped his life. Philip’s passion...
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Allison showing the love letters written by volunteers Photography by: William Fahrnbach Photography Written by: Kingsley East “I volunteer because I believe the meaning of life...
Fighting for Joy
Joyce Wisby volunteering at the Sunny Day Club Written by: Kingsley East Joyce Wisby is this month’s honored volunteer. From the age of sixty-one, Joyce...
Bringing Life to the Radio
Justin’s passion of music Written by: Kingsley East “I volunteer because it brings joy to my heart to give back. I was always taught to give...
Through the Fire
Ndume Olatushani By: Kingsley East “No matter where we’re at, we can still help someone less fortunate than ourselves.” Many people claim this statement, but...
A date, a wedding, & a 3 year old daughter
The Harbin Family Michele Harbin began volunteering in 5th grade, continues today, and is passing it on to her daughter. Michele grew up in a...
Creative Service
David Tuchman Written by: Kingsley East David Tuchman is a financial analyst by day and volunteer videographer by night. In between, David also volunteers around...
Prioritizing Your Passions
Written by: Kingsley East: Misty Woodford is a mom, a daughter, a real estate broker, and a volunteer. She leads a life full of caring...
Radio Outreach
Krystle Couch volunteering – on the radio! by: Kingsley East Tune in on Saturday afternoons from 3-5 to hear this month’s honored volunteer, Krystle Couch...
The Road to Success
Coach Jermarus McInnis (seated, center) Written by Kingsley East “Instilling success today for a successful tomorrow.” This is the slogan under which Coach McInnis operates...
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By: Kingsley East “By letting my light shine through volunteer work, I’m able to help others...
Martin Plumlee Written by: Kingsley East “To whom much is given, much is required” (Luke 12:48)...
Roopa packing books for low-income children at Book’em Written by: Kingsley East...
Joyce Wisby volunteering at the Sunny Day Club Written by: Kingsley East Joyce Wisby is this month’s...
Justin’s passion of music Written by: Kingsley East “I volunteer because it brings joy to my...
Ndume Olatushani By: Kingsley East “No matter where we’re at, we can still help someone less...
The Harbin Family Michele Harbin began volunteering in 5th grade, continues today, and is passing it...
David Tuchman Written by: Kingsley East David Tuchman is a financial analyst by day and volunteer...
