Community View Points

Latasha Looper, MBA, Broker , Executive Director came by the show on behalf of Home Steps to talk about making a positive impact to the community for our veterans. Home Steps is a non-profit organization that helps veterans achieve homeownership here in Jacksonville, Florida. In their effort to assist more veterans with this endeavor; they are hosting a “Chat N’ Chew FREE Homebuyer Breakfast For Veterans” on Saturday; August 25th at The Golden Corral on Southside Blvd at 10am. The goal is to highlight available homes throughout Jacksonville and have more veterans become aware of the prequalification process.

Lakecia Walker came by the show to talk about her involvement It’s A girl Thing, a nonprofit organization that empower young girls aka Queens. She also talk about her 3rd annual C.O.G. Fashion show, connecting with Autistic children and adults empowering them as they walk the run way in the fashion show. A portion of the proceeds from the C.O.G Fashion Show will go toward It’s a Girl Thing.

Alvin Brown – Former Mayor of Jacksonville came by the show to talk about returning to the political race for the U.S. House of Representatives for the 5th Congressional District, his past accomplishments to empower the Jacksonville community as well as why it is so important to get out and Early VOTE to ensure the community’s voice is heard.

Dr. Nekeshia Doctor, Founder/Executive Director The BW Project, Inc. "Embracing the Beauty that was Given to You", came by the show to share an annual free event that her 501(c)3 non-profit organization provides for girls in the community. The Beauty Within Project, Inc., hosts an annual seminar for girls between the ages of 8-18 years old within the community of Jacksonville and the surrounding areas to empower young ladies to embrace their own beauty internally and externally. She is sharing her love and would like to inform the citizens (families) of Jacksonville about this event and share whatthe organization is doing to empower youth and transform communities, one girl at a time.

Kuzzo Deville – Mr. Dunbar came by the show to talk about F.L.A United The Treasure Box The Ultimate Back to School Benefit Mixer a fundraiser event for DCPS Students & Athletes celebrating educators and tastemakers! As an educator in the community, Mr. Dunbar is asking the community to help empower our North side community and teachers with this event. As well, as to create awareness of the need for new equipment in schools to empower our children in our urban communities.

Kingz of the South Biker Club – Back to School Supply Party - Dre Hannon – Road Captain call into the show to talk about Kingz of the South back to school drive and fundraiser and partnering with Harley Davidson to connect with the community all over the country. .

Michael Hartman and Kathy Stephens came by the show to talk about the 40 Club’s partnership with Alpha Starz to present a Back to school Jamboree, with special appearance by Taylor Richardson AKA Astronaut StarBrigtht. The event on August 11, 2018 also provides Community Resources and Educational resources.

Briana Johnson Communications and Outreach Coordinator & Jenel’s Big Sister came to talk about the upcoming Chipotle fundraiser and provide information about their local organization.

Freeman Stephens, Director of Security of SALTech Charter High School came by the show to talk about SALTech Charter High School along with the GEERS and Kidz Xtreme Fun Camp 2018 holding a BACK-2-School supply drive on July 27, 2018 from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. The school , which primarily serves's the Northside and Eastside of Jacksonville, is seeking donations and volunteers to support our backpack, school supplies, haircuts, and shampoo fun drive. Also they will be registering 9 - 12 graders for the upcoming 2018 - 2019 school year.

Lindsey Bivens came by the show to talk about hosting a conference in Jacksonville, FL on July 21st. It's the first stop of a 4-city tour. The 2018 My Message Matters conference, a one day event designed to reignite your fire to follow your dreams and step forward to discover a new course for your life. Donating a portion of our proceed to a non-profit organization, Krumpin 4 Success, Inc Entrepreneurial Camp founded by Dr. Shanna Carter!