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Champale Anderson wasn't raised with wealth but she remembers goodness around her. Today she is that most important person to her north St. Louis neighborhood. Most notably, she is a champion for the children who call Penrose home. And lucky for them - there is so much more to her mission than food. It's called Sweetie and our story starts here.

What animals bring to society – to our families, into our homes or our work – is priceless. But sometimes, their lives don’t start out or end up so great. From Houston to Wisconsin, for two women, their passions in life have come as a calling and they care for souls, both two and four-footed, with a love and patience focused to bring, heal or resurrect life. It’s called Rescued and our story starts here.

There's a special bond among Michiganers, particularly in the music community. And there is one woman in this unique fraternity who is playing a significant role in supporting out-of-work artists. Her work manifests as a love for her fellow musicians in good times AND in bad. It's called Music in the Mitten, and our story starts here. This show is part one of a three-part series focusing on individuals and their communities helping each other during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The weight of one man's gratitude triggered a movement in Pittsburgh that can't be missed. Sometimes it's manifested in a small home repair. Sometimes it's a sizable cash loan. And at least once it was the gift of life. Each deed is based on intuition and integrity. And as long as it's legal and it won't harm anyone else, he and his volunteers will carry on that Mister Rogers ethos of being present for other people one deed, one neighborhood at a time. The mission is to bring friends from different situations together sparking the act of people helping people - without pretense or fear.

Bridging humor with dreaming and exploring big ideas. Taking risks. Building trust. Experimenting. Valuing & encouraging play. Children making a difference in their own lives and the lives of others with kindness. Some schools are building curriculum around these uniquely human skills because we know young minds developmental success depends on it. For two women, Nicole Jakob and Lowey Bundy Sichol, and educator Dr. Tom Flemma, their ideas came from thinking outside the box when it comes to "can do" kids. It's called moms on a mission!

Eric Wallner, is a visionary who is powered by the sun, art, invention and thermal winds – self-taught and with quiet focus, he looks for them. To live. To imagine. To fly. He and his partner, Michelle, built this little house on the hill with social and environmental responsibility at the top of their list. Along with Tony Wood and Claudia Looze who are that most important and perfectly imperfect friendship complement to Eric's precisely, Dodgeville Wisconsin is home.

#ChooseWV feels SO strongly about the Mountain State finding hope again that they are collectively writing a new narrative and bolstering their image from the inside out.

Jenna and Chris Simpler chose the Poconos and have invested both significant amounts of money and time in this revitalization – valuing the history, natural beauty and economic opportunities of these mountain communities. The Simpler’s call it “Everything Old is New Again”. Jenna and Chris are a wonderful example of when spouses work together well. You'll fall in love with their visions for making hospitality more inclusive, more sustainable and their passion and commitment to caring for others.

Have you ever wondered…. How a brand is born? It is an idea? Is it a philosophy? Or could it be both? 7 years ago, Bubba Albrecht started a brand in his garage with 2 close friends where he lives in Jackson Hole, WY. The company is a direct reflection of his love for the outdoors – a way for Bubba to share a local colloquialism, the beauty, history and adventure of Northern Ontario and with his close pals. Being in this place will consume you leaving an indelible mark in your memory that will never fade. It's all about encouraging people to give life their all - to do what they love most. Bubba and his friend, David "Cups" Duchen are eager to share it with you. It's called Give'r and our story starts here.

Episode One travel with us deep into the heart of Texas. You'll meet a woman whose green eyes twinkle with secrets and if you ask Craig Pfluger about the magic, he'll say "It's the music". For a small town in its heart, music struck a chord. It's called Eden and our story starts here.