Inspiring Good Community Foundation of Elkhart County

In this transformative episode of "Inspiring Good," hosts Marshall King and Kevin Deary unravel the touching history and virtues of the Bashor Children's Home, an enduring beacon of hope for the children of Elkhart County. This incredible organization, founded by John and Emaline Bashor, has been transforming lives for nearly a century, standing firm throughout the decades as a haven for needy children. Explore the remarkable metamorphosis of the once orphanage-turned-comprehensive treatment center and the deep-rooted values it carries within its heart-warming legacy.
As our conversation progresses, listen as President and CEO Sean McCrindle passionately shares the narrative of growth, innovation, and steadfast commitment to serving as many children as possible under the Bashor Children's Home. Discover the sublime beauty and tranquility of the unyielding embodiment of hope that this campus signifies. Learn about Shawn McCrindle's succession from mentor Don Phillips and how this continuity of leadership has helped preserve and create even stronger connections to communities for Bashor.


00:00:24: Introduction to guest Sean McCrindle
00:04:54: Why did Sean choose Bashor for his career?
00:08:14: The legacy of Don Phillips, the former CEO of Bashor
00:10:12: Expansion and breakdown of Bashor's services
00:14:18: Impact of Bashor on Kevin's family
00:15:37: Bashor's influence and role in the community
00:16:52: Program highlights; Teen Court
00:19:20: Success story of a benefited kid from Bashor's services
00:20:31: Host's personal narrative about Shawn's father and son
00:20:55: Discussion about family and bagpipes
00:22:49: Children's educational paths and future career prospects
00:23:14: Vision for the organization in the next ten years
00:24:27: Stories related to Bashor and people involved with this organization
00:25:22: Introduction to volunteer Jay and his contribution to Bashor
00:27:17: What brings hope amidst challenges
00:28:32: Show closing and acknowledgments


This show is a production of the Community Foundation of Elkhart County. It is powered by equipment from Sweetwater and recorded in the Viaggio Studio at weIMPACT in Elkhart's River District. Editing is done by the award-winning communication students at Goshen College, home of one of the best college radio stations in the nation. Listen to Globe Radio at 91.1 FM. Learn more about the Community Foundation of Elkhart County at inspiringgood.org You can follow us on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn. Music is provided by Sensational Sounds. Thanks for listening. We hope you are inspired and inspire good and your community.

William (Bill) Purcell returns to Crossroads United Way of Elkhart, LaGrange & Noble Counties after almost 30 years, from when he was Vice President of the United Way of Elkhart. Prior to returning to United Way, Bill was a faculty member, advisor and administrator at the Center for Social Concerns at the University of Notre Dame for over 18 years. He also served in nonprofit and ecclesial leadership roles before that in Chicago and Washington, D.C.
Our conversation with Bill is about what he's finding as he returns to serve this community.
This show is a production of the Community Foundation of Elkhart County. It is powered by equipment from Sweetwater and recorded in the Viaggio Studio at weIMPACT in Elkhart's River District. Editing is done by the award-winning communication students at Goshen College, home of one of the best college radio stations in the nation. Listen to Globe Radio at 91.1 FM. Learn more about the Community Foundation of Elkhart County at inspiringgood.org You can follow us on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn. Music is provided by Sensational Sounds. Thanks for listening. We hope you are inspired and inspire good and your community.

Rebecca Shetler Fast is president and CEO of CAPS, which works to keep kids safe from harm and help support families in Elkhart County.
Rebecca grew up in Canada and graduated from Goshen College. She worked in Haiti with Mennonite Central Committee, but came back to Goshen to be closer to family and is now a key part of one of Elkhart County's important organizations.
Our conversation with her is about how she does her job as a new president and CEO and how partnerships and volunteers are key as we all work together.


This show is a production of the Community Foundation of Elkhart County. It is powered by equipment from Sweetwater and recorded in the Viaggio Studio at weIMPACT in Elkhart's River District. Editing is done by the award-winning communication students at Goshen College, home of one of the best college radio stations in the nation. Listen to Globe Radio at 91.1 FM. Learn more about the Community Foundation of Elkhart County at inspiringgood.org You can follow us on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn. Music is provided by Sensational Sounds. Thanks for listening. We hope you are inspired and inspire good and your community.