“Little Give” - Positive, Kindness, Giving, Nonprofit, Mindset, Positivity, Empowerment

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In this episode of Little Give, we sit down with Jessica Aponte, a U.S. Army veteran, founder and CEO of Power & Presence, LLC, mental health advocate, and a valued member of the Driving Single Parents board. Jessica opens up about her path from growing up in Brooklyn’s tough neighborhoods, facing and overcoming personal challenges, to serving in the military, and building a meaningful business focused on empowering others. Tune in to hear her inspiring story of resilience, purpose, and how she uses her experience to uplift and support those around her.

Guest Contact Information

Name: Jessica Aponte

Website: mypowerandpresence.com

Social Media: Instagram LinkedIn and other platforms under the handle Jessica Aponte

Jessica welcomes contact and offers her services particularly in PR and business consulting.

Nonprofit Featured:

Driving Single Parents

Website: drivingsingleparents.org

About:

A nonprofit based in San Antonio that provides reliable vehicles to single parents to help them regain independence and stability. The organization supports recipients beyond just giving cars by building community and ongoing support calling their recipients the DSP family. Founded by Cindy Witteman, it has helped many single parents overcome challenges related to transportation and self-sufficiency.

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In this heartfelt episode of Little Give, host Cindy Witteman sits down with Tiffany Shah, founder of FEAM Revived, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting Financially and Emotionally Abused Mothers. Tiffany opens up about her own 20-year marriage, the painful road through divorce, and the financial and emotional devastation that inspired her to take action. From navigating life as a single mother of four to building a support network that empowers women to rebuild their independence, Tiffany shares hard-won lessons, hope for those still in crisis, and the vital role of friendship, faith, and community. Learn how FEAM Revived’s three pillars, support, advocacy, and financial independence, are helping women turn survival into strength.

Guest Contact Information

Name: Tiffany Shah

Location: Southern California (originally from Michigan)

Occupation: Therapist and Founder of FEAM Revived

Website: feamrevived.org

Social Media: LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram (under FEAM Revived)

Nonprofit Featured Information

Name: FEAM Revived (Financially Emotionally Abused Mothers Revived)

Mission: To support single mothers going through divorce or separation, with a focus on recovery from financial and emotional abuse.

Pillars: Support, Advocacy, Financial Independence

Services: Private support network, educational webinars, grants for members who complete program requirements, advocacy for awareness of financial and emotional abuse

Website: feamrevived.org

Ways to Help: Donate (one-time or monthly), volunteer, speak at webinars, spread awareness through social media and community connections

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In this episode of Little Give, Cindy sits down with Elicia Ybarra, lifelong martial artist and founder of Pretty Hands Hard Punches. Elicia shares her powerful journey from childhood passion to building a women focused self defense program rooted in more than physical skills. It is about knowing your worth, setting boundaries, and reclaiming control. She opens up about her personal experiences with abuse, the healing process that inspired her mission, and how she is helping women and young girls protect themselves physically, emotionally, and mentally. This conversation is filled with actionable insights, real life stories, and an important reminder that true self defense starts with self worth.

Guest Contact Info

Name: Elicia Ybarra

Business: Pretty Hands Hard Punches

https://www.prettyhandshardpunches.com

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In this powerful episode of Little Give, we meet Carrie Reichartz — a former award winning family law attorney who traded her courtroom career for a life of purpose and mission in Kenya. What began as a short church trip turned into a life altering calling. Carrie shares her raw and emotional journey from feeling unfulfilled in a successful legal career to founding Mercy’s Light, a maternity home in Vipingo, Kenya, that helps girls and women reclaim their lives through literacy, empowerment, and entrepreneurship.

Carrie opens up about what sparked the transformation, the cultural challenges she encountered, and how she now teaches sustainable solutions that equip women to change their futures, not just survive but thrive.

Don’t miss this deeply moving conversation about resilience, faith, and the power of teaching others how to fish.

Guest Contact Information:

Name: Carrie Reichartz

Website: CarrieReichartz.com

Email / Contact Method: Use the “Contact Us” page on MercysLight.org — inquiries are routed through her administrative assistant and then to Carrie directly.

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Nonprofit Information

Name: Mercy’s Light Family

Website: MercysLight.org

Mission:

Mercy’s Light serves pregnant teens and young women on the coast of Kenya, offering holistic support, including:

•Maternity care

•Literacy and vocational training

•Entrepreneurship programs

•Christian discipleship

•Long-term empowerment and independence

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In this powerful episode of Little Give, host Cindy Witteman sits down with Jen Uschold, a seasoned physical therapist and fellowship-trained pain science expert, who has spent over 30 years helping people overcome chronic pain through education, movement, and mindset.

Jen shares how one patient early in her career sparked a passion that led her to the cutting edge of pain neuroscience and positive intelligence coaching. From rewiring the brain to understanding the true purpose of pain, Jen breaks down complex science into relatable stories, including the now-famous “nail and the leaf” analogy—that help clients regain control of their lives.

Discover how a woman who could only walk for two minutes a day is now hiking in Budapest, why understanding pain can actually reduce it, and what role sleep, movement, and mindset play in true healing. This episode is packed with lightbulb moments and empowering takeaways that just might change the way you think about pain forever.

Contact Information for Jen Uschold

•Website: www.jenuschold.com

•Email: [email protected]

•Programs Offered:

•Pain programs

•Physical therapy

•Coaching

•Support for individuals preparing for or navigating divorce

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Nonprofit Mentioned

•Name:FEAM Revived

•Mission: Supporting financially and emotionally abused mothers.

•Focus:

•Survivor-led network

•Support, advocacy, and financial independence

•Grants, loans, and holistic support

Website: https://www.feamrevived.org/

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In this powerful episode of Little Give we sit down with Amber Thompson Snell, Co-Founder and CEO of Foundation Mental Wellness, to explore how a deeply personal journey led her to build a groundbreaking mental health platform that puts accessibility, affordability, and healing at the forefront.

Amber shares how a desperate call from a concerned father combined with her own experiences growing up around mental illness became the catalyst for a bold decision to take on a broken mental health system. From advocating for real change to building an online platform with over 2,000 clinicians, Amber discusses how her organization fills the gap for those who are often left behind by traditional insurance-based care.

She also opens up about the ups and downs of entrepreneurship, the emotional toll of building something impactful, and the motivation behind every move: helping people. Plus, learn how her company gives back through a powerful nonprofit partnership with Room Redux, transforming the lives of children healing from trauma.

If you’ve ever felt called to turn your pain into purpose, this is an episode you won’t want to miss. Amber reminds us that you don’t need to have it all figured out—you just need to take the first step.

Tune in to hear how one woman’s mission to fix what’s broken is helping people heal one life at a time.

Name: Amber Thompson Snell

Organization: Foundation Mental Wellness

Website: foundationmentalwellness.com

Mission:

To provide accessible, personalized mental health support through both clinical and holistic approaches.

Services Include:

•Therapy, psychology, psychiatry, and medication

•Holistic support with a vegan, non-GMO product called “Happy Juice” to balance the gut-brain axis

Get Involved:

•Volunteer your time

•Donate (any amount helps)

•Support by sharing or advocating

Social Media:

•Facebook

•Instagram

•LinkedIn

Additional Info:

•Their services will be featured at the end of the movie Spiral, which focuses on mental health.

•The movie Spiral is also featured in People Magazine, TMZ, and in the Austin Texas area.

https://www.youtube.com/@LittleGive2023

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Welcome to another heart-opening episode of Little Give. This week, I’m beyond excited to introduce you to a one-of-a-kind guest: Emily Thorner, an internationally trained opera singer turned transformational sound healer. Emily doesn’t just sing. She shifts frequencies, heals through vibration, and channels pure intention into sound to help people around the world reconnect with their true selves.

In this inspiring conversation, Emily shares her journey from the world of contemporary classical opera to discovering the profound healing power of combining voice with energy work. We talk about how intention, frequency, and inner healing can literally change how we feel on a cellular level.

She opens up about a pivotal moment at a crypto convention in Dubai that changed everything for her and the emotional reactions from complete strangers who experienced her voice as a tool for deep healing.

We also explore:

• How energy, frequency, and intention work together to shift emotions and perspective

• What makes her method different from traditional sound healing

• The role of music in unity, awareness, and raising global consciousness

• How anyone can begin their own journey of energetic alignment through simply listening

As always, we wrap up with two signature Little Give questions that spotlight the ripple effect of everyday kindness and the people who have quietly changed lives with small, meaningful gestures.

This is an episode about more than just music. It is about finding your voice, following your higher purpose, and using your gifts to light up the world.

Guest Contact Information

Name: Emily Thorner

Website: https://emilythorner.com

Instagram: @emilyultrasoprano

Emily is a classically trained opera singer and transformational sound healer whose work blends vocal performance with energy healing to raise global consciousness. She is the founder of Moon Rising, and her debut single Prayer for Peace is now available on her website.

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Featured Nonprofit:

Name: Elevate Academy

Founder: Rebecca Bender

Website: https://rebeccabender.org

Overview:

Elevate Academy is the largest online program for survivors of human trafficking in the world. Founded by survivor and advocate Rebecca Bender, it provides personal and professional development resources to help survivors not only recover but truly thrive.

Emily specifically recommends watching Rebecca Bender’s TEDx Talk, which is featured on the “The Problem” page of the Elevate Academy website. It’s an eye-opening education on the reality of human trafficking — far beyond what’s depicted in movies.

Why It Matters:

•Only 1% of trafficking cases involve strangers

•99% involve people known and trusted by the victim

•Elevate Academy provides direct support, tools, an

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In this powerful and deeply human episode of Little Give, we catch up with Jen Rafferty, former teacher turned CEO and founder of Empowered Educator. Jen shares her journey from burnout and hidden pain to building a life rooted in emotional intelligence, intentionality, and impact.

We dive into how slowing down, shifting your mindset, and rewriting the stories you tell yourself can radically transform how you show up—not just in the classroom, but in every area of life. Jen opens up about what sparked her leap from education to entrepreneurship, how she now supports teachers across the country, and why self-care isn’t selfish—it’s essential.

Whether you’re an educator, parent, leader, or simply someone navigating a full and fast-paced life, this episode offers insight, inspiration, and real tools for lasting change.

Tune in and get ready to ask yourself: “Am I willing to see it differently?”

Contact Information for Jen Rafferty & Empowered Educator

Website:

https://empowerededucator.com

•Resources page with free content: meditations, podcast link, and practical tools

•Self-paced online courses including Thrive and Redesign Your Mind

•Upcoming summer programming

•Certification program launching in the fall

Social Media:

•Instagram: @jenrafferty_

•Facebook: Empowered Educator Faculty Room (private/group community)

Podcast:

Unlock Your Teaching Potential

Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major podcast platforms

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On this episode of Little Give, host Cindy talks with Azadeh Atzberger, a couples counselor, bestselling author, and founder of Power Within Publishing. Azadeh shares how she overcame trauma and addiction to help others transform their lives through mindset work, relationship healing, and book publishing. Learn how simple changes in thinking, daily routines, and communication can lead to powerful results in life and love.

Guest Contact Information

Name: Azadeh Atzberger

Website: finallyfreelife.com

Instagram: @breakfree_riseandrebuild

Facebook/TikTok/YouTube: @FinallyFreeLife

YouTube Name: Azadeh A

Featured  - Nonprofit Information

Name: Laura’s House

Website: laurashouse.org

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In this powerful episode of Little Give, host Cindy welcomes Connie Davis, founder of the Inspire World Foundation. Connie shares her remarkable journey from corporate America to the front lines of advocacy and healing, supporting survivors of human trafficking, domestic violence, and financial trauma. Discover how Connie and her team are transforming the financial landscape through trauma-informed banking, innovative community programs, and the incredible Fueling Resiliency initiative. You’ll hear how emotional learning, survivor advocacy, and economic literacy are changing lives, one small give at a time. This episode is a must listen for anyone who believes in the power of compassion, systems change, and the ripple effects of thoughtful giving.

Contact info: 

•Name: Connie Davis

•Organization: Inspire World Foundation

•Email: [email protected]

•Website: https://InspireWorldFoundation.org

•LinkedIn: Search for Connie Davis and Inspire World Foundation

•Facebook: Look for Inspire World Foundation on Facebook

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