Mended Futures | Presented By FIVE18 Family Services and Vision30

FIVE18 Family Services
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We work toward mended futures for every family. The Mended Futures Podcast is a platform and trusted companion for connection, collaboration, understanding, and exploration surrounding the concept of family and family welfare. By providing a space for voices and perspectives to be heard, we hope to contribute to a more informed, empathetic, and inclusive society.

  1. Mended Futures - S2E6 | The Sacred Art of Becoming

    FEB 19

    Mended Futures - S2E6 | The Sacred Art of Becoming

    In the sixth episode of season two of Mended Futures Podcast, Amy Keenan-Amago, founder of the Arc Studio, invites listeners into the heart of her journey — one that led to the creation of a studio devoted to artists with developmental disabilities. In this episode she offers a tender glimpse into daily life at the Arc Studio, sharing the beauty of the artwork and the richness of the lives behind each piece. This conversation is a gentle reminder of the power of art, the dignity of every creator, and the meaningful ways creativity can expand lives — both for those who make the art and those who are changed by it. For more information about FIVE18, visit us here. At Five18 Family Services, our mission is to build communities of faithful relationships to ensure children are safe and families are restored. Our vision positions every child in a thriving family that’s supported by a faithful community. Together, we can make it possible — one child, one family at a time. Join us in our mission to keep children and families safe. Consider a donation toFive18 Family Services.

    39 min
  2. Together We Heal | Mended Futures S2:E5

    JAN 15

    Together We Heal | Mended Futures S2:E5

    In the fifth episode of the second season of the Mended Futures Podcast, Jeff Nitz, CEO of FIVE18, joins Evan and Liz to share thoughtful conversations about what 2026 holds. He speaks about advancing the Vision30 goal of placing every child in a safe home surrounded by a faithful community by 2030. Drawing on his own family of adopted and biological children, he reflects on what he’s learned about healing childhood trauma as a father and a Traumatologist. He also emphasizes the need for community nonprofits to link arms, walking side-by-side in a healing response for our community’s children. Finally, he invites listeners to consider their gifts, time, and resources, showing how each of us can play a part in a shared mission of hope and healing. In this, he lays out a pathway for realizing community healing by leaning on each other. For more information about FIVE18, visit us here. At Five18 Family Services, our mission is to build communities of faithful relationships to ensure children are safe and families are restored. Our vision positions every child in a thriving family that’s supported by a faithful community. Together, we can make it possible — one child, one family at a time. Join us in our mission to keep children and families safe. Consider a donation toFive18 Family Services.

    36 min
  3. Christmas Cheer for Every Child | Mended Futures S2:E4

    12/18/2025

    Christmas Cheer for Every Child | Mended Futures S2:E4

    Presented by FIVE18, our fourth, season two Mended Future Podcast episode features Dr. Jen Owen, Director of FIVE18 Counseling. She joins Evan and Liz to share about FIVE18’s Sensory Santa experience and how it serves to bring Christmas cheer to children with special needs. She offers a behind-the-scenes look at what goes into arranging a magical meeting with Santa, carefully designed to honor each child’s unique sensory needs and sensitivities. She also shares touching moments that have made the experience meaningful not just for the kids served, but for their families, and the FIVE18 staff who serve them. From our FIVE18 family, we wish you and yours a very Merry Christmas! For more information about FIVE18, visit us here. At FIVE18 Family Services, our mission is to build communities of faithful relationships to ensure children are safe and families are restored. Our vision positions every child in a thriving family that’s supported by a faithful community. Together, we can make it possible — one child, one family at a time. Join us in our mission to keep children and families safe. Consider a donation to FIVE18 Family Services.

    31 min
  4. Every Good and Perfect Gift

    11/20/2025

    Every Good and Perfect Gift

    Presented by FIVE18, the third Mended Futures Podcast episode focuses on this Thanksgiving season. Hosts Evan and Liz reflect on how God has worked in their lives in 2025, generously providing “good and perfect gift[s].” They also share the rewarding opportunities God gave them to “do good works” this year and how He equipped them to best serve. Then, we invite you to listen in as staff across the FIVE18 family share their reasons to be thankful this season! From our FIVE18 family to yours, we warmly wish you the happiest of Thanksgiving seasons! For more information about FIVE18, visit us here. At Five18 Family Services, our mission is to build communities of faithful relationships to ensure children are safe and families are restored. Our vision positions every child in a thriving family that’s supported by a faithful community. Together, we can make it possible — one child, one family at a time. Join us in our mission to keep children and families safe. Consider a donation to Five18 Family Services.

    31 min
  5. For You, I Will

    10/16/2025

    For You, I Will

    Presented by FIVE18, the second Mended Futures Podcast episode introduces this season’s new host, Evan Burgener, a FIVE18 Donor Engagement Coordinator. In this interview, we explore: Why he decided to dedicate so much of himself to the FIVE18 missionWhat inspires him to intentionally value each person each dayThe details of how he serves our community in his roleWhat he’s most excited about for this season of the podcastHe also shares about the mantra that helps him navigate non-profit work on a daily basis: “For you, I will.” For more information about FIVE18, visit us here. Thank you to our sponsor, CarePortal! At Five18 Family Services, our mission is to build communities of faithful relationships to ensure children are safe and families are restored. Our vision positions every child in a thriving family that’s supported by a faithful community. Together, we can make it possible — one child, one family at a time. Join us in our mission to keep children and families safe. Consider a donation to the following: Five18 Family Services

    31 min
  6. Caring Is Her Superpower | Mended Futures S2:E1 (Liz Mahan)

    09/18/2025

    Caring Is Her Superpower | Mended Futures S2:E1 (Liz Mahan)

    Presented by Five18, The Mended Futures Podcast is back for season 2! This week we have the pleasure of hearing from our new season 2 host, Liz Mahan. Liz is currently a Five18 Family Services Donor Care Coordinator. This episode introduces our new hosts, explores the ins and outs of donor engagement, and details life in the nonprofit space. Tune in monthly for more true stories about healing and reconciliation in and around our community. For more information about FIVE18, visit us here. Thank you to our sponsor, CarePortal! At Five18 Family Services, our mission is to build communities of faithful relationships to ensure children are safe and families are restored. Our vision positions every child in a thriving family that’s supported by a faithful community. Together, we can make it possible — one child, one family at a time. Join us in our mission to keep children and families safe. Consider a donation to one of the following: Five18 Family Services Vision30

    28 min

  7. 07/10/2025

    We Are Closing Out Season 1 | Episode 39

    It is with heavy hearts that we are saying farewell to Season 1 of the Mended Futures Podcast. In this final episode, Taylor and Allison look back at their favorite memories from this season, what they have learned, and their plans for the future. At Five18 Family Services, our mission is to build communities of faithful relationships that ensure children are safe, and families are restored. Our vision is every child in a thriving family, supported by a faithful community. Together, we can make it possible, one child, one family at a time. If you would like to be apart of our mission and donate to us, visit: https://five18.org/ https://visionthirty.org/

    27 min

  8. 07/03/2025

    They Are Passionate About HumanKind | Episode 38 (feat. Kloie Rogers and Graycen Hurt)

    On this week's episode, we are joined by two women who work for a HumanKind, another Lynchburg nonprofit focused on the care of children and families. Taylor and Allison chat with Kloie Rogers and Graycen Hurt about the mission of HumanKind, their passion for helping families, and the many fundraising events they put on each year. For more information about HumanKind: https://www.humankind.org/ At Five18 Family Services, our mission is to build communities of faithful relationships that ensure children are safe, and families are restored. Our vision is every child in a thriving family, supported by a faithful community. Together, we can make it possible, one child, one family at a time. If you would like to be apart of our mission and donate to us, visit: https://five18.org/ https://visionthirty.org/

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We work toward mended futures for every family. The Mended Futures Podcast is a platform and trusted companion for connection, collaboration, understanding, and exploration surrounding the concept of family and family welfare. By providing a space for voices and perspectives to be heard, we hope to contribute to a more informed, empathetic, and inclusive society.

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