52 Reasons Podcast

52 Reasons
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Podcast by 52 Reasons

Episodes

  1. 08/29/2017

    Ep 1.26 Multiple Sclerosis Association of America

    In this week's episode we chat with Kaitlyn from the Multiple Sclerosis Association of America (MSAA) to learn more about Multiple Sclerosis (MS) and what MSAA is doing to help patients who are diagnosed with this chronic disease. Kaitlyn also shares many different ways in which listeners can get involved in supporting the work of MSAA in your own community. 52 Reasons is focused on creating positive change in our neighborhoods and around the globe. To learn more about the topics in this episode and how you can get involved, visit 52reasons.org.

    16 min

  2. 08/07/2017

    Ep 1.25 American Rivers

    In this week's episode, we chat with Amy from American Rivers. American Rivers protects wild rivers, restores damaged rivers and conserves clean water for people and nature. Our discussion includes practical tips for citizens taking action and getting involved to protect one of our nation's most endangered natural resources. Listeners have the opportunity to hear directly from American Rivers staff about the type of support they need the most. 52 Reasons is focused on creating positive change in our neighborhoods and around the globe. To learn more about the topics in this episode and how you can get involved, visit 52reasons.org.

    18 min

  3. 07/14/2017

    Ep 1.24 Blue Missions

    In this week's episode we chat with Danny from BLUE Missions Group to discuss the global water crisis and how BLUE is working to inspire youth to make a difference and become global citizens through service trips focused on bringing safe and clean water to communities throughout the Dominican Republic. To learn more about how you can get involved with BLUE visit 52reasons.org/reason/blue-missions-group and click on ACT, LEARN or DONATE. 52 Reasons is focused on creating positive change in our neighborhoods, across the country and around the globe. To learn more about the topics in this episode and how you can get involved with this organization or other organizations, visit 52reasons.org.

    15 min

  4. 06/22/2017

    Ep 1.23 Homeboy Industries

    In this episode we chat with Christina, a young woman who is on the verge of completing the 18 month training program at Homeboy Industries. Christina shares her story, including her past and how she got involved with the life changing team at Homeboy. She also encourages listeners to get involved in supporting Homeboy Industries and we take a look at how you can do that. 52 Reasons is focused on creating positive change in our neighborhoods and across the country. To learn more about the topics in this episode and how you can get involved, visit 52reasons.org.

    15 min

  5. 06/12/2017

    Ep 1.22 Year Up

    Year Up empowers low-income young adults to go from poverty to professional careers in a single year. We discuss the opportunity divide and how you can get involved in helping young adults change their lives. 52 Reasons is focused on creating positive change in our neighborhoods and across the country. To learn more about the topics in this episode and how you can get involved, visit 52reasons.org.

    19 min

  6. 06/06/2017

    Ep 1.21 52 Reasons Recap

    We have spent the past 20 weeks talking with organizations large and small, working hard to address issues around our country related to topics such as education, equality, hunger, poverty, health, the environment and justice. We’re working to connect you, our listeners, to these organizations who are creating positive change day in and day out. We went back through those episodes to give you an update of some of the lessons we have learned by talking with leaders and subject matter experts from these organizations. As we look to make in impact in our community and across our country, we now know there are some things that we can all do to really, truly move the needle. 52 Reasons is focused on creating positive change in our neighborhoods and across the country. To learn more about the topics in this episode and how you can get involved, visit 52reasons.org.

    12 min

  7. 05/26/2017

    Ep 1.20 Charity Miles

    In this episode we chat with Gene and Lauren from Charity Miles about where the concept of Charity Miles came from, how they view users not just as users -- but as community members, how they are funded...and best of all, how you can get involved! So, without further adieu...download the Charity Miles app, plug your headphones in...and get moving while you listen to this awesome conversation with Gene and Lauren. 52 Reasons is focused on creating positive change in our neighborhoods and across the country. To learn more about the topics in this episode and how you can get involved, visit 52reasons.org.

    22 min

  8. 05/21/2017

    Ep 1.19 Scholar Match

    In this week's episode, we chat with Diana and Piper from Scholar Match. Founded in 2010 by author, Dave Eggers, the Scholar Match model champions low-income and first-generation students in the three critical areas: navigating the college admissions process, paying for school, and creating a support system in college. ScholarMatch is the only major nonprofit that combines a crowdfunded scholarship platform with game-changing college access and career support for low-income youth. Their typical student comes from a family earning less than $25,000 per year and attends a high school with just one counselor per 500-800 students. Learn more at 52reasons.org. 52 Reasons is focused on creating positive change in our neighborhoods and across the country. To learn more about the topics in this episode and how you can get involved, visit 52reasons.org.

    23 min

  9. 05/13/2017

    Ep 1.18 Black Girls Code

    We had the privilege to chat with Tiana from Black Girls Code to learn more about the work they are doing in their 13 chapters in the United States (plus one in South Africa) in this week's episode of the 52 Reasons Podcast. Tiana and I chatted about the history of Black Girls Code and the work of their talented and action oriented founder, Kimberly Bryant. We also had a chance to talk about the future of women of color in STEM fields, the importance of getting young girls involved in STEM related activities and most importantly, we talked about how you can get involved. 52 Reasons is focused on creating positive change in our neighborhoods and across the country. To learn more about the topics in this episode and how you can get involved, visit 52reasons.org.

    14 min

  10. 05/12/2017

    Ep 1.17 MN Reading Corps Part 2

    Ep 1.17 MN Reading Corps Part 2 by 52 Reasons

    20 min
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    52 Reasons
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