Connecting A Better World

On this episode, we chat with Jeff and Karlie Ruiter, Founders of Ordinary Nurses.Jeff and Karlie founded the non-profit organization to bring health and hope to the starving babies of rural Guatemala. With infant mortality high and accounting for 25% of all registered deaths as well as knowing that within the villages of Guatemala, over 80% of children under five years of age are malnourished, Ordinary Nurses is on a mission to change these statistics through disease prevention, community health education, high-quality medical care, and nutrition services.Listen as they share their emotions and experience in taking the HUGE step of faith along with their dedication to be obedient to the call that shaped the last few years of their lives together.For more information about Ordinary Nurses, please visit:www.ordinarynurses.orghttps://www.facebook.com/ordinarynurseshttps://instagram.com/ordinarynursesSupport us on Patreon!https://www.patreon.com/heyloudspeakerHosted by Dr. Natalie Phillips. Produced by Chris Lanphear for Loudspeaker.Hear more great podcasts at https://loudspeaker.orgFollow Natalie:https://twitter.com/AudioDrPhillipshttps://www.facebook.com/Connect4Excellencehttps://www.instagram.com/drnataliephillipsFollow Loudspeaker:https://twitter.com/heyloudspeakerhttps://instagram.com/heyloudspeakerhttps://www.facebook.com/heyloudspeaker

“The world of human trafficking, both labor and sex trafficking, is not a new thing but the world of anti-trafficking is.” ~ Lacy Tolar. Human trafficking is the second fastest growing criminal industry in the world, trailing the drug industry.  It has estimated an annual revenue of $42.5 billion and America is the #1 consumer of human trafficking due to the national and international consumption of commercialized sex and pornography.  The average age a person enters into the sex industry is 13 years of age, with 70% women and 30% men.  According to the International Labor Organization, over 45 million people are enslaved in human trafficking with another child entering this world of trafficking every 2 minutes.  In Lacy’s state of Tennessee – 700-900 children run away in a month, and according to national statistics, 1 out of every 6 children end up in human trafficking within 72 hours. On this episode, Dr. Natalie Phillips chats with Lacy Tolar, Founder of Rescue 1 Global. She shares her story about how her OWN child was almost taken right beneath her grasp and how she and her husband, Daniel changed the path of their lives with Rescue 1 Global, a standalone full-fledged prevention, rescue & restoration mission and force in the anti-trafficking world “It’s about rescuing ONE. There is a need around every corner. You never know who that ONE will be. Step in and step out of your comfort zone. ONE is worth it.” ~ Lacy Tolar For more information about Lacy Tolar and Rescue 1 Global, please visit:https://rescue1global.orghttps://rescue1global.org/donatehttps://www.facebook.com/Rescue1Global/https://twitter.com/Rescue1_https://twitter.com/LacyHensonTolahttps://instagram.com/rescue1_ If you see any suspicious activity, please CALL the National Human Trafficking Hotline at 1-888-373-7888 or Text “HELP” or “INFO” to 233733, 24 hours, 7 days a week OR  Call 911.Support us on Patreon!https://www.patreon.com/heyloudspeakerHosted by Dr. Natalie Phillips. Produced by Chris Lanphear for Loudspeaker.Hear more great podcasts at https://loudspeaker.orgFollow Natalie:https://twitter.com/AudioDrPhillipshttps://www.facebook.com/Connect4Excellencehttps://www.instagram.com/drnataliephillipsFollow Loudspeaker:https://twitter.com/heyloudspeakerhttps://instagram.com/heyloudspeakerhttps://www.facebook.com/heyloudspeaker

On this episode, we chat with Jason Phillips, husband to our OWN host, Dr. Natalie Phillips, father of two, Head Strength and Conditioning Coach at Colorado State University, and Founder of DAWGS, a non-profit organization that provides dads, and other father figures, with opportunities to support, encourage, fellowship, and serve one another, their children, their families, and their communities while demonstrating the willingness to be involved in their own and their children's mental, physical, and spiritual health & well being.Going into its 4th year, DAWGS has provided many environments and activities for Dads to have fun with their children including an annual chili cook-off competition, a 3-on-3 basketball tournament, internet safety workshops, family game nights, “Chopped” cooking events, and even a hairstyle night where Dad’s learned how to make different braids and ended in a little friendly competition. Listen as Jason shares how DAWGS began and his commitment to continue to work with relationships within the family and with his athletes as a male leader, coach, and inspiration. For more information about DAWGS, please visit:www.daddawgs.comhttps://www.facebook.com/DadDAWGShttps://twitter.com/@DadDAWGSSupport us on Patreon!https://www.patreon.com/heyloudspeakerHosted by Dr. Natalie Phillips. Produced by Chris Lanphear for Loudspeaker.Hear more great podcasts at https://loudspeaker.orgFollow Natalie:https://twitter.com/AudioDrPhillipshttps://www.facebook.com/Connect4Excellencehttps://www.instagram.com/drnataliephillipsFollow Loudspeaker:https://twitter.com/heyloudspeakerhttps://instagram.com/heyloudspeakerhttps://www.facebook.com/heyloudspeaker

On this episode, we have A LOT of fun talking (and even singing!) as we spend time with Jill Van Orden, founder of Arts Reach Center and Jalyn Webb, owner and director of The Academy by Divabee. After moving to Fort Collins in 1999, “Miss Jill” made quick connections into the Arts and soon became a much sought after and loved free-lance choreographer for local high schools and other local performing arts organizations.  In 2012, Jill founded her non-profit organization, Arts Reach Center, Inc. offering year-round performing arts opportunities both in her studio and in many area public schools. Through Arts Reach Center, Jill has produced and directed over 40 productions at local performance venues and is best known for the inclusive, thoughtful, and supportive environment she creates with each and every cast while teaching performance skills, developing self-confidence, and life-skills to each and every child. A favorite performer and vocal coach throughout Colorado for the past 25 years, Jalyn Webb has an impressive list of performance and directing accolades on stage including performing as the National Anthem Singer for the Colorado Avalanche.  As the owner and director of The Academy by Divabee as well as teaching Music Theatre at the University of Northern Colorado, Jalyn is an incredible vocal and stage coach and instructor for kids of all ages and adults.Together, these two powerhouses of talent and instruction are joining forces to continue to give back and provide quality performing arts education for the Fort Collins community.Sign up for King Soopers Community Rewards:https://www.kingsoopers.com/topic/king-soopers-community-rewardsFor more information about Arts Reach Center and The Academy by Divabee, please visit:http://www.artsreachcenter.org/https://www.facebook.com/www.artsreachcenter.org/https://www.facebook.com/divabeeejalyn/https://instagram.com/divabeeproductions

On this episode, we talk with Executive Board Members, Lindsay Panyko (Secretary) and Paul Dirkes (Vice President) of the Santa Cops of Larimer County.  Santa Cops is a non-profit organization consisting of representatives from Fort Collins Police Services, Loveland Police Department, Larimer County Sheriff’s Office, Colorado State Patrol, Timnath Police Department, Alternative Sentencing Department, the District Attorney’s Office and Colorado State University Police. Santa Cops of Larimer County works to provide toys and other gifts for children in need within Larimer County to enhance a relationship and allow children to experience law enforcement officers as caring people who are willing to provide positive support within our communities for Christmas and throughout the year. Each Christmas season, involved officers personally delivery presents to the children of the families in Larimer County that are eligible and apply for their program. For more information about Santa Cops of Larimer County, please visit:https://santacopslarimercounty.org/https://www.instagram.com/santacopsoflarimercounty/https://www.facebook.com/SantaCopsLC/Monetary donations can be sent to:Santa Cops of Larimer CountyP.O. Box 270693Fort Collins, CO 80527-0693

“There are approximately 18,000 small business started every year in Colorado; 500 in Fort Collins. It is important to understand that it goes both ways…although there were about 270,000 jobs started in 2019, there were also 220,000 lost jobs – so, therefore, if there were no entrepreneurs, we would have lost more jobs than those that were gained. Entrepreneurs create ecosystems.” – Mike O’DonnellOn this episode, we chat with Mike O’Donnell, Executive Director of Colorado Lending Source, an organization that has helped inspired people create thriving businesses with funding, education, and resources. For over 25 years, they believe in fostering the economic growth of diverse small businesses within our communities. They strive to offer outstanding customer service and expertise as a resource for lenders and small businesses. Colorado Lending Source is an organization engaged with one another and in the success of their stakeholders. As a small nonprofit lender, they have created a culture where the pursuit of individual passions is supported and encouraged, emphasis is placed on living life, and the desire to have a positive impact in communities is a collaborative effort. For more information about Mike O’Donnell and Colorado Lending Source, please visit:https://www.coloradolendingsource.orghttps://www.facebook.com/ColoradoLendingSource/https://twitter.com/modonnellhttps://www.instagram.com/coloradolending

Sosamma Samuel-Burnett, J.D, is Founder and President of G.L.O.B.A.L Justice, an international non-profit organization founded in 2014 that informs, impacts, and inspires the generations to learn, lead, and do justice together.  With 30+ years of experience in human rights advocacy and 15+ years as a university professor, Sosamma has focused the work of G.L.O.B.A.L. on serving as a significant justice resource to the community. G.L.O.B.A.L. helps inform the community on international justice issues, equips students and professionals to pursue justice, promotes advocacy organizations addressing global injustices, and supports educational institutions preparing the next generation of advocates.  On this episode, we spend time chatting with Sosamma as she shares with us her passion for advocacy through learning opportunities to pursue justice ethically, creatively, and collaboratively.For more information about Sosamma and G.L.O.B.A.L. Justice, please visit:Email:[email protected]:www.globaljusticeonline.orgFacebook:www.facebook.com/globaljusticeonlineTwitter:www.twitter.com/GLOBAL4JusticeInstagram:www.instagram.com/global4justiceLinkedIn:www.linkedin.com/groups/G.L.O.B.A.LJustice

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Alessandra (Aley) Desiderio is a serial entrepreneur and mom who has fought to overcome homelessness, cancer, the loss of her daughter, domestic violence, and divorce. She has dedicated her life to making an impact in the areas of family issues and security, justice, equality, education, and creating economic opportunity. As a result of her own insufficient and expensive childcare issues raising children as a single parent, Alessandra created CREW Childcare Rewards App, a technology solution to the high cost of childcare. The app pays parent users to share information about the care options in their area; draws a map of care check-ins for parents; and offers providers a marketplace where they can buy field trip vouchers, classroom supplies, and services for their center.For more information about Alessandra Desiderio or the Crew Childcare Rewards App, please visit:

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Alessandra (Aley) Desiderio is a serial entrepreneur and mom who has fought to overcome homelessness, cancer, the loss of her daughter, domestic violence, and divorce. She has dedicated her life to making an impact in the areas of family issues and security, justice, equality, education, and creating economic opportunity. As a result of her own insufficient and expensive childcare issues raising children as a single parent, Alessandra created CREW Childcare Rewards App, a technology solution to the high cost of childcare. The app pays parent users to share information about the care options in their area; draws a map of care check-ins for parents; and offers providers a marketplace where they can buy field trip vouchers, classroom supplies, and services for their center.For more information about Alessandra Desiderio or the Crew Childcare Rewards App, please visit:https://crewchildcareapp.com (https://crewchildcareapp.com)https://www.alessandradesiderio.com (https://www.alessandradesiderio.com)https://www.fiore3.consulting (https://www.fiore3.consulting)https://www.facebook.com/crewchildcarerewardsapp/ (https://www.facebook.com/crewchildcarerewardsapp/)https://www.facebook.com/alessandradesiderio.usa/ (https://www.facebook.com/alessandradesiderio.usa/)https://www.facebook.com/Fiore3-Consulting-114522926624388/ (https://www.facebook.com/Fiore3-Consulting-114522926624388/)https://twitter.com/CrewChildcare (https://twitter.com/CrewChildcare)https://www.linkedin.com/company/28440081/ (https://www.linkedin.com/company/28440081/)https://www.linkedin.com/company/48330496/ (https://www.linkedin.com/company/48330496/)Support us on Patreon!https://www.patreon.com/nocofm (https://www.patreon.com/nocofm)Hosted by Dr. Natalie Phillips. Produced by Stina Willemsen for NoCo FM.Hear more great podcasts at https://noco.fm (https://noco.fm)Follow Natalie:https://twitter.com/AudioDrPhillips (https://twitter.com/AudioDrPhillips)https://www.facebook.com/Connect4Excellence (https://www.facebook.com/Connect4Excellence)https://www.instagram.com/drnataliephillips (https://www.instagram.com/drnataliephillips)Follow NoCo FM: https://twitter.com/nocofm (https://twitter.com/nocofm)https://instagram.com/nocofm (https://instagram.com/nocofm)https://www.facebook.com/nocofm (https://www.facebook.com/nocofm)

High Performance Dance Theatre is an innovative, alternative style, dance company that enhances Northern Colorado's cultural community. As a nonprofit educational organization, their mission is to combine dance and modern technology to provide high quality training and productions, while increasing the community’s knowledge of the arts. Today, we will be talking with Founder and Owner, Artistic Director Kim Lang. She shares her vision and passion to perform throughout Colorado and hopefully beyond!Learn more:

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