Do Something More

Melissa Draper
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Do Something More

This is a service-oriented podcast where we highlight the helpers who inspire us all to do something more.  We 'highlight the helpers' and tell the inspiring stories of others (individuals, organizations, and nonprofits) who have found unique ways to give back to their communities. And we inspire listeners to 'do something more' with simple ideas on how you can serve, volunteer and make a difference. Weekly interview and solo episodes hosted by Melissa Draper.  You can contact Melissa at dosomethingmore.podcast@gmail.com. Follow the podcast on Instagram @dosomethingmore.podcast

  1. HACE 4 DÍAS

    75. Holly Christensen with 'The Magic Yarn Project' and Making Fun Character Wigs for Children Experiencing Hair Loss from Cancer Treatments

    Send us a textHolly Christensen is a wife and homeschooling mom of three children, running her nonprofit ‘The Magic Yarn Project’ from her home. It all started several years ago when she decided to make a soft Rapunzel wig for a friend’s little girl who had been diagnosed with cancer. The wig was a hit…and Holly then started making more wigs for her local hospital, and from there her nonprofit took off. They’ve now delivered over 60,000 wigs to all 50 states and 52 countries around the world....

    35 min

  2. 23 OCT

    74. If You Want to Help After a Natural Disaster

    Send us a textWith Hurricanes Helene and Milton that have recently hit the United States, the topic of how to help after a natural disaster is at the forefront of many people’s minds. In this episode I’m sharing just a few ideas of ways you can serve and support communities that have experienced a natural disaster. Many of us have good intentions and truly want to offer help where it’s needed, so one thing I stress in this episode is making sure you offer your service in a coordinated way thr...

    15 min

  3. 15 OCT

    73. Mckell Draper and Being a Service Missionary for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

    Send us a textThis week on the podcast I am featuring my niece, Mckell Draper. Mckell is currently serving as a service missionary for our church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. As a service missionary, she is dedicating 18 months to full time service at a variety of church and community organizations. Mckell takes us through what a typical day and week look like for her, she shares about some of the service sites she gets to work at, and she tells some really touching stori...

    33 min

  4. 8 OCT

    72. Ashlee Taylor with ‘The Refuge Utah’ and Empowering Survivors of Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault

    Send us a textAshlee Taylor has worked with nonprofits for her entire career and she now serves as the Executive Director of The Refuge Utah, a center that assists victims and survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence. This can be a sensitive topic to cover, but I think an essential one as well. I really appreciated the ways Ashlee shared about the variety of services they offer, the real needs their center is actively fulfilling in their community, and even the stories of some of the...

    33 min

  5. 25 SEPT

    71. Ideas for Serving in Our Schools and Why It Matters

    Send us a textIt’s that time of year when many families are finally getting settled into their school routine and schedule. Life can be busy! Running kids around, balancing many responsibilities in and outside our homes, and keeping up with all that life has to offer. So with this episode I wanted to take a minute to give the reminder that volunteering in our children’s schools is a great way for parents…and even grandparents…to serve and make a difference! I share my personal reasons for why...

    31 min

  6. 18 SEPT

    70. Danielle Simko with 'Lead with Light' and Teaching Others to Become Effective Leaders Through Service

    Send us a textDanielle Simko graduated from high school this last May and along with everything else that you can imagine a busy senior doing, she also competed in her local city’s pageant with the Miss America organization. On this episode Danielle shares about the community service initiative she started called ‘Lead with Light’. Her goal with it is to teach different areas of leadership to children and youth, giving an especial focus on service and helping those around you. I love how we w...

    26 min

  7. 11 SEPT

    69. Anadine Marshall with 'Charity Vision' and Restoring Curable Sight Impairment Worldwide

    Send us a textAnadine Marshall has done work with many nonprofits in a variety of ways…and right now she’s serving as the Programs Director with the nonprofit Charity Vision. I was so inspired by this nonprofit and the work they do to not only restore curable sight impairment worldwide…but also the goal they have of empowering the communities they work with to be self-sustaining and giving them the tools they need to facilitate their own solutions for the work of giving vision care.Anadine ta...

    35 min

  8. 4 SEPT

    68. Participating in the National Day of Service on September 11

    Send us a textIn the United States, September 11 has been officially recognized and established under federal law as a National Day of Service and Remembrance. Organizations all over the nation…including nonprofits, employers, faith and religious groups, cities and schools…organize projects and use this day to encourage the people of our nation to serve and reach out to others. On today’s episode I’m giving you just a little background on this day and also some ideas for how you can participa...

    15 min
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This is a service-oriented podcast where we highlight the helpers who inspire us all to do something more.  We 'highlight the helpers' and tell the inspiring stories of others (individuals, organizations, and nonprofits) who have found unique ways to give back to their communities. And we inspire listeners to 'do something more' with simple ideas on how you can serve, volunteer and make a difference. Weekly interview and solo episodes hosted by Melissa Draper.  You can contact Melissa at dosomethingmore.podcast@gmail.com. Follow the podcast on Instagram @dosomethingmore.podcast

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  • Creador
    Melissa Draper
  • Años de actividad
    2023 - 2024
  • Episodios
    75
  • Clasificación
    Explícito
  • Copyright
    © 2024 Do Something More
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