Altruism Unplugged

 Episode 7 features Laura Kent and Sabrina Kelly, the co- creators of the non profit Jiu Jitsu Event Sub Out Domestic Violence. Their events feature women's superfights under a sub or draw ruleset.  The purpose of the event is two-fold
 - to highlight female jiu jitsu competitors and to raise money for Domestic Abuse Project of Delaware County, a local non-profit
that supports victims of domestic violence and empowers victims to move toward self sufficiency

 Their first event held on May 23rd, 2021 was a huge success.  SUB OUT, DAP Delco and the entire Jiu Jiu community came together to rasie close to $14,000. 

  The 2nd Sub Out Domestic Violence event is being held on March 27, 2022.  if you want to donate or support the cause you can contact them at the link below:

https://www.instagram.com/suboutdomesticviolence/?utm_medium=copy_link

DAP was created in 1976 as part of a movement to provide safety, advocacy and supportive services to victims of domestic abuse not otherwise available within Delaware County. Today, they remain the only provider of services exclusive to victims of domestic violence in Delaware County.

https://dapdc.org

Our guest for episode 6 is Sally Shaughnessy, the operations lead for Bella Boutique, a non-profit based in Denver that provides free formalwear to teens in financial need. She has worked with Bella since 2015. Sally is committed to improving her local community and has been involved with non-profits and volunteering for twenty plus years, since her college days in Western Massachusetts. 

Prom can cost a teenage girl over $1,000 on average when you factor in a dress, shoes, jewelry, purse, hair, and makeup as well as the ticket, transportation and floral expenses. Middle- and lower- class families cannot always afford this.  Bella Boutique has stepped up and been there for these families since 2014. 

There are very few organizations doing it quite the way Bella is - completely free and totally comprehensive. They distribute prom and homecoming gowns, tuxedos, shoes, accessories and vouchers for free hair and makeup to teens on free and reduced lunch or facing transient financial hardship.  They are based in Denver and have had students drive from all over the state of Colorado and as far as Montana, Nebraska and Wyoming.  

Website 
https://www.bellaboutiquedenver.org

Instagram 
@bellabtqdenver

‘If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.”  This mantra summarizes the story and mission for episode 5, featuring Max Fisher, perfectly.   Max operates Endurance Leadership Coaching and is an accomplished producer and musician who has toured all over the world.  He has performed at the White House, Kennedy Center and had the honor to play at Stevie Wonder's Lifetime Achievement Award Celebration with 24 time grammy nominated artist, India Arie.

THE STORY  is of one of transformation, failure, & redemption.  Max narrates Raphael Rayevsky‘s journey that takes him from an uninspired and directionless youth to a successful adult leading a life that is full of positive impact. 

THE MISSION:  After leading Raphael towards living a fulfilled life, Max created Endurance Leadership coaching.  Max’s mission is to use his platform to give back.  He has generously offered to mentor someone (preferably a young man) for an entire year.  We will coordinate together , using the podcast’s forum to ensure his selfless act is fulfilled.

http://enduranceleadershipcoaching.com/about

In episode 4, our guest is Meg Hanebutt, the Operations Manager of the City Surf Project. CSP is a San Francisco based non profit, that  provides equitable access to the ocean through the sport of surfing.  Meg details for us how CSP is fulfilling its mission to provide the underserved youth in the Bay Area valuable life lessons both in and out of the water. The program has affiliated itself with 5 different public schools, offering 9, 18, and 36 week surf courses for PE credit and after school activity.  Meg was raised surfing the mid-Atlantic beaches of Delaware, and is an amazing ambassador for female surfers from coast to coast. 

Altruism Unplugged was also joined today by co-host Ryan Palermo.  Ryan has been an integral part of the show behind the scenes since its inception.  His knowledge and passion about surfing were a refreshing addition to the show. He represents the Long Beach Islander aka LBI surf community proudly.

Links

City Surf Project Website

https://www.citysurfproject.com/#hello

Social media

https://instagram.com/citysurfproject?utm_medium=copy_link

In Episode 3, Jared Silverstein introduces us to Puzzle Pieces Squared, a non profit that helps provide Autism support & awareness.  His organization’s goal is to help provide Autism support for one local family at a time, helping to find the missing piece to give back to families through financial resources and make them whole again.

In the winter months of 2021, a fundraiser was started among the members of Philadelphia Fire department for the family of Brian Dolan, a proud member of Ladder 29 who died tragically while off duty on May 10, 2018.  He was survived by his wife, Laura, and their children Brian, Gywn, and Danny.   The children also suffered another tragedy when they lost their mother less then 3 years later on February 10th, 2021.  Brian Jr.  recently finished his distinguished service with the United States Air Force.  He was not only tasked with navigating the challenges of losing both of his parents, but was also thrust into the role of taking care of his youngest brother, Danny, who is diagnosed with Autism. 

Brian Jr wouldn’t be alone in this journey.  With just days left before the recording of this episode, Jared and his team welcomed the Dolans  into the P2 family without hesitation.  To date, Puzzle Pieces Squared has provided grants for over 20 families & 5 Tri state area school districts.
Jared doesn’t believe in the word quit, and never backed down from his dream of starting a non-profit when everyone told him it couldn’t be done.  He sets the perfect example for families looking for someone to guide them forward. The PP2 foundation kept their operations rolling throughout the pandemic, and continued showing up for the families affected by Autism Spectrum Disorder.

Stephen McNally, and the current members of Ladder 29,  were instrumental in getting this family the help they need and keeping Brian Sr’s legacy alive.  Their actions are proof that the long honored traditions of the Local 22 brotherhood are still present. 

Links

https://puzzlepiecessquared.org/

https://www.facebook.com/P2-Autism-Advocacy-Support-104110724762996

In the second Episode, Altruism Unplugged is teaming up with Chef Nicholas Elmi to raise money For the Non-Profit No Kid Hungry.  Chef Nick is the owner of Restaurant Laurel, In the Valley Cocktail Bar in South Philadelphia and Royal Boucherie in Old City. Nicholas Elmi is also the Season 11 winner of Bravo’s Television Series top chef 

Nicks Restaurants have been recognized and received praise  from award winning critic Craig Laban of the Philadelphia Inquirer. Chef Elmi is a graduate of the Culinary Institute of America, where he is now an ambassador, and native of West Newbury Massachusetts. 

You'll hear in this episode about the leadership role he has developed in the Kitchen and in the community of Philadelphia.  As his success in Philadelphia has grown, so has his willingness to Give back.  BOLO ( be on the look out) for a future fund raising event  that we’re working on to stack some cash for the no kid hungry foundation

Links

https://www.nokidhungry.org/

https://instagram.com/nicholaselmi?utm_medium=copy_link

Focused athletics students are provided with free SAT & ACT test prep, mentorship, and workouts on a weekly basis. Over 40 of their members have obtained academic and athletic scholarships. 

You can't spell Philanthropy without PHILA, and Jackson has brotherly  Love that is beyond measure. 

In this episode you hear how these young men are flourishing under his guidance. His team has created a culture that has a lot of these young men coming back to the program to lead the next group of underclassmen. His efforts were the catalyst that inspired me to start a Podcast focused on Humanitarianism.  

If you would like to donate your time, talent , or treasure go to 

https://www.focusedathletics.org/about-us

Or visiting their social media pages below

https://www.facebook.com/FocusedAthletics

https://www.instagram.com/focusedathletics215/