In this episode, we speak with Jesse Coontz, founder of Moms on Target: A Safe & Supportive Community for Moms to Raise Happy, Healthy Children. Jesse shares her journey and the inspiration behind creating a nonprofit dedicated to empowering single moms. We explore how providing meaningful support to moms can help prevent family involvement in the child welfare system and foster healthier communities.

Jesse discusses the challenges single moms face and how a supportive community can break generational cycles. She shares how her personal experiences shaped her mission to create a space where moms can connect, share their struggles, and receive the resources they need to thrive.

Through Moms on Target, Jesse aims to address the gaps she witnessed in her own upbringing by offering single moms the support, encouragement, and opportunities they deserve. Her work highlights the power of proactive solutions to strengthen families and create lasting change.

Learn more about Moms on Target and how you can support their mission at MomsonTarget.org. Tune in to hear Jesse’s inspiring story and discover the impact of supporting moms in your community.

Episode Highlights: 

• Jesse Coontz’s journey and the inspiration behind Moms on Target.
• Supporting single moms to prevent child welfare involvement.
• Breaking generational cycles through community support.
• The mission and impact of Moms on Target.
• Challenges single moms face and how support helps.
• Proactive solutions for stronger families and communities.

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• Moms on Target Website
• Moms on Target Facebook
• Moms on Target Instagram 
• Moms on Target TikTok 

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This show has been produced by Adkins Media Co.

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