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Air date: 09/25/2017

Cindy Chavez was inspired by her daughters’ concern for a fellow schoolmate who did not have enough food to get through the weekend. They came to her and suggested that they could be a part of the solution. Her first answer was no. How could she take on this task? But after reconsidering, she decided to honor her daughters’ optimism. She considered herself a guide to making their wish that no classmate would go hungry a reality. It took two years and a lot of planning and collaboration to get Pantry 279 off of the ground. Today the pantry serves nearly 3100 people per month. Thanks to their hard work, thousands of individuals know that food and a helping hand are just around the corner from where they live, work and worship.

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Activate is a co-production of WFHB Community Radio and the City of Bloomington Volunteer Network.

Air date: 09/18/2017

Wendy Rubin volunteers with the Alzheimer’s Resource Service’s Service and Support Group, providing support to participants and their family caregivers. Wendy also co-chairs the local Walk to End Alzheimer’s Committee and advocates for it tirelessly. Personal experience supporting her late husband as he lived with Alzheimer’s allows Wendy to relate to others with compassion, insight, and wisdom. Her presence in the lives of those participating in the Service and Support Group is one of guidance as well as friendship. Wendy is joyful and passionate as she supports families and individuals who live with dementia.

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Activate is a co-production of WFHB Community Radio and the City of Bloomington Volunteer Network.

Air date: 09/11/2017

Indiana University student Levi Brock intends to be a Veterinarian. Lucky for him, he was able to get real life experience this summer as a volunteer with the Monroe County Humane Association’s low-cost Nonprofit Veterinary Clinic. Clinic volunteers at the Monroe County Humane Association allow Bloomington residents to access medical care for their pets at affordable rates. Many clients would not be able to pay for the services they receive at the clinic. Being a part of a clinic that provides access to affordable pet medical care for those in need, gave him experience in all of the important roles required in any veterinary practice. At any given time, at least 50% of the clinic team is comprised of volunteers, filling administrative, sanitary, and professional tasks.

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Air date: 09/04/2017

Since 2013, Susan Powell has worked tirelessly to secure the establishment and successful operation of a Monroe County branch of Safe Families for Children. Monroe County’s poverty rate is reflected in the large population entering the child welfare system. Many families are unable to overcome hurdles that other families overcome through extended family or other supports. Acting in such a role, Monroe County Safe Families for Children is critically needed in order to keep families stable and intact. Susan brought this resource to our community through sheer determination, and she continues to serve its mission in literally every possible role, from board chair to host parent. Susan has made Monroe County happier and more stable for families and children who are struggling.

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Activate is a co-production of WFHB Community Radio and the City of Bloomington Volunteer Network.

Air date: 08/28/2017

Mary Goetze’s work through New Leaf-New Life is marked by compassion and intelligence. The struggle of inmates to remain connected with their young children inspired Mary to create the Read To Me program. Mary’s Read To Me program has enabled 500 incarcerated parents to send recordings of themselves reading a book to their children, improving morale for the parents and providing a bridge over which they can send love to their children.

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Activate is a co-production of WFHB Community Radio and the City of Bloomington Volunteer Network.

Air date: 08/21/2017

Justice Unlocked bridges a gap in legal aid accessibility, providing services to victims of human trafficking, sexual abuse, or domestic violence, to assist in their recovery. Lassserina’s attention to the branding and sustainability of the organization was extremely important in the first year of Justice Unlocked, when she volunteered 20 hours/week as their volunteer deputy development director, in order to build a solid base and ensure a strong future. Lasserina’s commitment to both the present and the future of Justice Unlocked will allow some of Bloomington’s most vulnerable to have access to the legal consultation that is critical to upholding their human rights.

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Activate is a co-production of WFHB Community Radio and the City of Bloomington Volunteer Network.

Air date: 08/14/2017

Caleb Poer never thought of himself as an activist before that day. Outspoken maybe, but not an activist. That all changed on the morning that he walked into his high school and was confronted with a display of racial hatred that gave him no choice but to act. That incident gave Caleb his voice. It also revealed to him a passion for social justice and racial inclusion that he has been acting on ever since. Caleb is now an advocate and an activist for causes that he believes in and for the betterment of the community in which he lives.

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Air date: 08/07/2017

Fred Parker’s commitment to the solid presence of jazz music in the Bloomington community is tireless and immeasurably fruitful. When many jazz venues closed in Bloomington, Fred found himself energized, seeing this as an opportunity. He helped an existing organization adapt to a changing music culture through B’Town Jazz. Fred’s work has allowed jazz to reach an estimated 20,000 listeners over the last 10 years. Fred handles a great deal of work behind the scenes of jazz performances around town, from organizing months ahead of time to taking down equipment after events. Without his long-lasting support of this art form, jazz musicians and jazz lovers alike would not have the plentiful opportunities they have today.

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Activate is a co-production of WFHB Community Radio and the City of Bloomington Volunteer Network.

Original air date: 07/31/2017

Olivia Ness never considered herself a dancer. It wasn’t until she arrived at Indiana University that she ever saw the opportunity to dance – and to move – as one that was available to her. In her role as a volunteer for the IU chapter of Movement Exchange, Olivia has been able to share the life-changing power of dance and movement with the young women at Girls Inc.

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Activate is a co-production of WFHB Community Radio and the City of Bloomington Volunteer Network.

Original air date: 07/24/2017

Each family celebrates the holidays a little differently; we could all learn from Lindsay Schroeder’s commitment to service as a hallmark of her holiday season. For many years, Lindsay has designed and created hand-sewn ornaments to raise money for WildCare. Lindsay works at College Mall Veterinary Hospital, and is able to sell her ornaments there throughout the holiday season. Her ornaments are so beautiful and such a long-standing tradition, many times visitors at her workplace come not to receive veterinary care but specifically to purchase one of Lindsay’s ornaments! Lindsay’s impact is difficult to measure, but her hard work, on top of a full time job and parenting a five year old, proves that one person’s efforts and compassion truly make a difference.

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Music D.J. and Court Monitors for 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament – July 29

Official for Girl’s Lacrosse – Middle and High School Level

Drool in the Pool

Activate is a co-production of WFHB Community Radio and the City of Bloomington Volunteer Network.