Everything But The Lesson Plan

From Hope to Action Changing the Future for Our Youth


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What happens when a community decides that young people deserve more than just survival—they deserve opportunity?

In this powerful episode of Everything But The Lesson Plan, host Franchesca Thompson sits down with Patrice Wuerth, founder of Hearts to Nourish Hope, to explore how one organization is transforming the lives of youth through mentorship, life skills, and access to real opportunities.

Serving young people ages 16–24, Hearts to Nourish Hope is dedicated to helping youth build confidence, gain education, and develop the skills needed to become self-sufficient and successful in life .

This episode dives into:

  • Why life skills and mentorship matter more than ever

  • How exposure creates opportunity for young people

  • The real stories behind changing the trajectory of youth

  • What it takes to break cycles and build futures

If you care about education, community impact, and the future of our youth—this is a conversation you don’t want to miss.

🎙️ Because the lessons that change lives don’t always come from a lesson plan.

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About Patrice Wuerth

Patrice Wuerth is the co-founder of Hearts to Nourish Hope, a Georgia nonprofit she established more than 31 years ago with her sister, Deborah Anglin. Under her leadership, the organization has helped thousands of young people and families through education, workforce development, career training, housing assistance, food security, and family support.

A graduate of New York University, Patrice is passionate about helping young people discover hope, purpose, and a pathway to success. She believes every young person deserves someone who believes in them and is willing to do whatever it takes to help them thrive.

About Franchesca Thompson

Franchesca Thompson is the owner of Thrive12 and host of Everything But The Lesson Plan. With a passion for supporting teachers in and out of the classroom, she shares real stories, resources, and conversations that inspire educators to thrive personally and professionally.

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