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    The Art of Volunteering

    Connecting volunteers worldwide through conversations with individuals, leaders, and organizations that have volunteering as a core value. 

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    Episodes (33)

    Kate Hensen, The Garage Youth Center

    Kate Hensen, The Garage Youth Center

    Today's conversation is with Kate Hensen of The Garage Youth Center. Join us as Stormy and Kate discuss her role as Director of Development, the impact volunteering has, and more.

    Links for today's episode:
    The Garage Youth Center - www.garageyouthcenter.org
    The Garage Youth Center's Facebook - www.facebook.com/garageyouthcenter

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    Nicole Snyder & Sarah Gibbons, Family Support Line

    Nicole Snyder & Sarah Gibbons, Family Support Line

    On this episode, Stormy is joined by Family Support Line's Development Officer Nicole Snyder and Executive Director Sarah Gibbons. The pair share about their work with the nonprofit and how their volunteering journeys led them to where they are.

    Links for today's episode:
    Family Support Line - www.familysupportline.org
    Family Support Line's Facebook - www.facebook.com/FamilySupportLine

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    Mike Harder, Volunteering Worldwide

    Mike Harder, Volunteering Worldwide

    Today our conversation is with Mike Harder. Mike has worked in the Christian nonprofit and church world for over 37 years, including being President of the nonprofit Concentric Global for the last six. Additionally, Mike has authored and co-authored a couple of books on working with teens and he travels globally doing training and coaching of leaders around the world and speaking at conferences and events related to his work.

    Links for today's episode:
    Concentric Global - www.concentricglobal.org
    Concentric Global's Facebook - www.facebook.com/disciplemakingalliance

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    Josh Maxwell, Chester County Commissioner

    Josh Maxwell, Chester County Commissioner

    Today we are joined by Josh Maxwell. In addition to being the Chester County Commissioner, Josh is an adjunct professor of Political Science at Lincoln University. Our conversation finds us on the topics of time donations, Josh's path to volunteerism and more.

    Links for today's episode:
    Chester County  - www.chesco.org
    Chester County's X (Twitter) - www.twitter.com/ChescoGovt
    Chester County's Instagram - www.instagram.com/chescogovt
    Episode Transcription - www.heatheroaks.com/2024/01/17/josh_maxwell

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    Michael Rothberg, LCSW, Core Psychotherapy

    Michael Rothberg, LCSW, Core Psychotherapy

    Today Michael Rothberg, LCSW joins us on the podcast and shares with us his goal of raising public awareness for mental illness, the benefits of seeking help, and how volunteering can be incorporated. 

    Links for today's episode:
    National Alliance on Mental Illness - www.nami.org
    Episode Transcription - www.heatheroaks.com/2023/11/15/michael_rothberg

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    Anne Forcine, Internal Controls Auditor for SIL

    Anne Forcine, Internal Controls Auditor for SIL

    Today Stormy chats with Anne Forcine about her experience as a internal controls auditor for SIL International in Africa.

    Links for today's episode:
    SIL International – www.sil.org
    SIL International’s Facebook – www.facebook.com/SIL.International
    SIL International’s X (Formerly Twitter) – www.twitter.com/silintl
    SIL International’s LinkedIn – www.linkedin.com/company/sil-international
    SIL International’s Instagram – www.instagram.com/sil_international
    Episode Transcription – www.heatheroaks.com/2023/11/01/anne_forcine

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    Peter Urscheler, Mayor of Phoenixville

    Peter Urscheler, Mayor of Phoenixville

    Today's guest is Mayor Peter Urscheler. Since 2018, he has served as mayor in addition to taking part in numerous volunteer activities as well as being the Development Director of Ann’s Heart. Join us in listening to his passion for his town and volunteerism.

    Links for today's episode:
    Ann's Heart - www.annsheart.org
    Episode Transcription - www.heatheroaks.com/2023/10/18/peter_urscheler

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    The Art of Volunteering
    en-usOctober 18, 2023

    Lori Martinek, Certified SCORE Mentor

    Lori Martinek, Certified SCORE Mentor

    Today, Stormy is joined by Lori Martinek. Lori is a lifelong volunteer as well as a small business advocate and mentor and a published author. On this episode, Lori shares her SCORE experiences, those from her own journey, and how to share your superpower with the world.

    Links for today's episode:
    Lori Martinek - www.lorimartinek.com
    Lori Martinek's LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/lorimartinek
    SCORE  - www.score.org
    SCORE's Instagram - www.instagram.com/score_mentors
    SCORE's X (Formerly Twitter) - www.x.com/SCOREMentors
    SCORE's LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/company/score-mentors
    SCORE's Facebook - www.facebook.com/SCOREMentors
    Episode Transcription - www.heatheroaks.com/2023/10/04/lori_martinek

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    Kate Lannan, Education Director for A Haven

    Kate Lannan, Education Director for A Haven

    Today's guest is Kate Lannan. Kate is the Education Director for A Haven where she oversees their education grief training and volunteer coordination.

    Links for today's episode:
    A Haven  - www.ahaven.org
    A Haven's Instagram - www.instagram.com/ahaven.chesterco
    A Haven's LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/company/a-haven
    A Haven's Facebook - www.facebook.com/ahaven.chesterco
    Episode Transcription - www.heatheroaks.com/2023/09/06/kate_lannan

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    Kendra Corman, Nonprofit Marketing

    Kendra Corman, Nonprofit Marketing

    On today's episode, Kendra Corman shares why she believes that we are obligated to give back to the community in which we live, work, and play.

    Links for today's episode:
    Kendra Corman - www.kendracorman.com
    Kendra Corman's Facebook - www.facebook.com/kacorman
    Kendra Corman's LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/kendracorman
    Kendra Corman's Instagram - www.instagram.com/kendracormancoach
    H2H Consulting's Facebook - www.facebook.com/h2hmarketingconsulting
    H2H Consulting's LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/company/h2h-consulting
    Episode Transcription - www.heatheroaks.com/2023/05/10/kendra_corman

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    Daniel Kasambira, United Way of Madison County

    Daniel Kasambira, United Way of Madison County

    Today's guest is Daniel Kasambira. Daniel joined the United Way of Madison County in Huntsville, Alabama as President & CEO in April 2022. He received his undergraduate degree from Roberts Wesleyan College in Rochester, New York where he was a 3-year starter on the basketball team. Daniel maintains active involvement in community service organizations.

    Links for today's episode:
    United Way of Madison County - www.uwmadisoncounty.org
    United Way of Madison County in Huntsville Alabama - www.facebook.com/uwmadisoncounty
    Episode Transcription - www.heatheroaks.com/2023/04/26/daniel_kasambira

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    Year in Review (2022 - 23)

    Year in Review (2022 - 23)

    April is National Volunteering month. For those who are faithful listeners of The Art of Volunteering, you'll know that it is also the anniversary of our first episode. 

    Today's episode marks a year of incredible people, leaders, and organizations who value volunteering who are making a difference.

    Links for today's episode:
    The Art of Volunteering YouTube  - www.youtube.com/@artofvolunteering

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    Tracy Huxley, President-Elect Optimist International

    Tracy Huxley, President-Elect Optimist International

    Tracy Huxley has been volunteering alongside her parents since a young age. Her father being a charter member of their Optimist club, Tracy has been a product of the service of her club until she was herself serving her community in return. From being the 25th President of her club in 2007 to now preparing to be the 4th female International President during the organization's 106th year and 100th anniversary of serving Canadian communities. She is a 2nd generation Optimist and the first ever 2nd generation International President for Optimist International.

    Links for today's episode:
    Optimist International - www.optimist.org
    Episode Transcription - www.heatheroaks.com/2023/03/15/tracy_huxley

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    Kathy Grubelic, Habitat for Humanity Cape May County

    Kathy Grubelic, Habitat for Humanity Cape May County

    Kathy Grubelic is the Volunteer Coordinator/Community Engagement Ambassador for Habitat for Humanity Cape May County. In today's episode, Kathy highlights the sourcing and onboarding volunteer processes of the affiliate and how she works with volunteers to help place them on the path where their interest and talents work best.

    Links for today's episode:
    Habitat for Humanity Cape May County - www.habitatcapemaycounty.org
    Episode Transcription - www.heatheroaks.com/2023/02/15/kathy_grubelic

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    Adonia Magwaza, Zimbabwean Pastor

    Adonia Magwaza, Zimbabwean Pastor

    Pastor Adonia Magwaza speaks to the incredible challenges in his 1,200-person church. With 90% unemployment, he and his wife are teaching skills that provide an income to pay for basic needs. He shares how his faith is the core value that motivates him to serve his community.

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    Episode Transcription - www.heatheroaks.com/2023/01/25/adonia_magwaza

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    Shirley Fan-Chan, Students Assisting Students

    Shirley Fan-Chan, Students Assisting Students

    On this episode, Stormy is joined by fellow Lasell University alumnus Shirley Fan-Chan. Shirley is the founding member of Students Assisting Students a 100% volunteer group who pack care bags for college students in need.

    Links for today's episode:
    Students Assisting Students - www.studentsassistingstudents.org
    Episode Transcription - www.heatheroaks.com/2023/01/04/shirley_fan-chan

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    The Art of Volunteering
    en-usJanuary 04, 2023

    Benjamin Baham, Volunteer Firefighter and EMS Officer

    Benjamin Baham, Volunteer Firefighter and EMS Officer

    On today's episode we are joined by Benjamin Baham a volunteer firefighter and EMS officer with the Eighth Ward Volunteer Fire Department in the Tangipahoa Parish of Louisiana. Ben shares the process volunteer firefighters have to go through, what a T-shirt firefighter is, and how volunteering has impacted his own life.

    Links for today's episode:
    Benjamin Baham, FireRescue1 - www.firerescue1.com/columnists/benjamin-baham
    Eighth Ward Volunteer Fire Department - www.eighthwardvfd.com
    Eighth Ward Volunteer Fire Department Facebook - www.facebook.com/eighthwardfire
    Episode Transcription - https://heatheroaks.com/2022/12/21/benjamin_baham

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    Dr. Kathleen O'Connor, Volunteering for Higher Education

    Dr. Kathleen O'Connor, Volunteering for Higher Education

    On this episode Dr. Kathleen O'Connor, former Vice President of Enrollment Management for Lasell University, discusses the importance of volunteering on higher education applications.

    Links for today's episode:
    Episode Transcription - https://heatheroaks.com/2022/11/30/dr_kathleen_oconnor

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