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Our cityCURRENT Radio Show airs each Sunday from 7-8 AM across all four Cumulus Media Memphis radio stations, which reach more than 750,000 listeners each week: Kix 106, 98.1 The Max, 98.9 The Bridge, and 103.5 WRBO and also airs across all five Cumulus Media Nashville radio stations each Sunday from 5-6 AM on 104.5 The Zone, 95.5 NASH ICON, SuperTalk 99.7 WTN, NASH FM 103.3, and 4-5 AM on 92Q. The show is focused on positives and features interviews with a mix of business and community leaders who discuss important trends, efforts, lessons learned, and ways to get engaged and make an impact..…Copyright: cityCURRENT, Powered by Higginbotham Insurance & Financial Services Ciencia Política Economía Gestión Gestión y Liderazgo Política y Gobierno
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  • Habitat for Humanity Williamson-Maury

    Habitat for Humanity Williamson-Maury
    Sep 29 2025
    Host Jeremy C. Park talks with Bree DeMoss, Marketing and Events Manager with Habitat for Humanity Williamson-Maury, who discusses the nonprofit organization's mission to provide affordable homeownership opportunities through mortgage loans and home construction, while offering financial education and support services to help families succeed. The organization serves working families who earn too much for government assistance but not enough for traditional mortgages, with programs including volunteer-built homes, budget coaching, and credit improvement services. Through various initiatives like the ReStore, critical repair program, and community partnerships, Habitat for Humanity Williamson-Maury aims to address affordable housing needs while creating stable neighborhoods and empowering families through homeownership.A Mission to Empower FamiliesBree DeMoss, Marketing and Events Manager with Habitat for Humanity Williamson-Maury discusses their mission and efforts to build affordable homes and support local families. Bree explains that Habitat homes are purchased by families through affordable mortgages, and the organization provides financial literacy training, budget coaching, and credit improvement services to ensure long-term success. She highlights the Get Ready Program, which prepares potential homebuyers before they apply, and emphasizes Habitat's focus on empowering families to thrive in their new homes.Energy-Efficient Housing for Working FamiliesBree explains that their organization serves as both mortgage lender and general contractor, building energy-efficient homes with the help of volunteers and local sponsors. They focus on helping working families who earn too much for government assistance but not enough to qualify for traditional mortgages, offering a tailored budget coaching process and unique loan structures with the help of government and other partners. The program's impact extends beyond housing, as families experience improved educational outcomes, better health, and increased confidence after moving into their new homes.Homeownership's Role in Community StabilityBree discusses the positive impact of homeownership on communities, explaining how it helps families stay in their neighborhoods, spend money locally, and build long-term stability. She highlights how this stability enables families to advance in their careers and maintain connections to schools and local activities.Home Dedication Emotional CelebrationsBree describes the emotional experience of home dedication ceremonies, where she and other volunteers celebrate with families who have completed the home-building process. She explains that these ceremonies, which include sponsors, volunteers, and budget coaches, create a magical atmosphere as families receive their keys, and she has found the experience to be deeply moving over her four years of involvement.Habitat Volunteer Program OverviewBree discusses Habitat for Humanity's volunteer program, explaining that corporate and church sponsors typically provide groups of 20-25 volunteers for building projects. She notes that volunteers of all ages and skill levels are welcome, with age 16 for general participation and 18 for power tool use, and emphasizes that safety equipment and training are provided. She highlights the emotional impact of volunteering, noting that participants feel empowered by learning new skills and knowing they are helping families in need.House Building Financial StrategiesBree discusses the financial aspects of building houses, highlighting the significant costs involved, including lumber, contractors, and land development. She explains that they have various sponsorship levels, ranging from churches on the lower end to organizations willing to invest up to $70,000 for an entire house, with the actual cost closer to $200,000. They also seek in-kind donations from construction companies to offset expenses, emphasizing the importance of diverse support to address the challenges of building new homes in the current market.ReStore: Supporting Home BuildsBree highlights their ReStore, a home store in Franklin, Tennessee, that sells new and gently used appliances, furniture, and building materials. The store's profits help offset administrative costs and cover expenses not covered by donations and sponsorships, ensuring that donations go directly to home builds. She also mentions a Deconstruction program where they remove and transport kitchen materials from remodeling projects for free, supporting their home builds.Habitat's Critical Repair Program OverviewBree discusses their critical repair program, which provides major repairs for low-income homeowners in the community, regardless of whether they are Habitat homeowners. She emphasizes the need for community support through volunteerism, sponsorships, donations, and advocacy to raise awareness about affordable housing needs.Visit https://www.hfhwm.org to learn more.
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  • Empower Me Center

    Empower Me Center
    Sep 29 2025

    Host Jeremy C. Park interviews Beth Goolesby, Adult Program Director at Empower Me Center, who highlights the Lebanon, Tennessee-based nonprofit organization's efforts and mission to "transform the lives of individuals with special needs through activities and opportunities for growth in a safe, secure environment while providing community education on disabilities and inclusiveness."

    During the interview, Beth discusses how the organization was established in 1999 and how they have expanded from summer children's programs to supporting youth and adults through a six-week Summer Day Camp, an Adult Day Program and other Year-Round Respite and Enrichment Activities that are personalized to meet each individual's behavioral and medical needs. The Adult program, which started seven years ago with six participants, now serves 70 individuals through both home and travel teams, offering activities like crafts, karaoke, bowling, and community outreach. Beth explains their five-program vision (DREAM) including day camp, education initiatives, and professional training, all aimed at fostering abilities rather than focusing on disabilities.

    The organization is developing a 25-acre campus with plans for multiple living arrangements and outdoor amenities. She outlines the three-phase capital campaign, with Phase 1 nearly complete and Phase 2 focusing on outdoor amenities like a splash pad, playground, and sports courts. Beth emphasizes the importance of community support through donations, volunteering, and social media engagement, mentioning upcoming events like the Party on the Property Fall Sports Festival and Dice and Dreams Casino Night.

    Visit https://www.empowermecenter.com to learn more and to get involved with Empower Me Center.
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  • BoardBuild, platform training and connecting board candidates with nonprofits

    BoardBuild, platform training and connecting board candidates with nonprofits
    Sep 29 2025

    Host Jeremy C. Park talks with TD Smyers, CEO of BoardBuild, who highlights the technology platform that connects board candidates with nonprofit organizations through a certification course and matching system. The platform offers nonprofit board training and continuing education credits to help open access and democratize nonprofit board service by overcoming geographic and demographic barriers, while providing companies with professional development opportunities. BoardBuild is working heavily in states like Texas and Tennessee and in collaboration with organizations, including the Tennessee Nonprofit Network. Their expansion strategy involves establishing deep roots in multiple states through partnerships with regional organizations and financial support, with plans to expand their influence to eventually become nationwide.

    BoardBuild: Board Candidate Matching Platform

    Jeremy and TD discuss BoardBuild, a platform that equips and matches board candidates with nonprofit organizations. TD explains that BoardBuild started as a way to diversify boards but evolved into a comprehensive solution that includes a robust certification course that is not just educational but entertaining, as it is presented by improv comedians. The platform now offers continuing education credits through a partnership with UT Arlington, making it beneficial for both individuals seeking board positions and nonprofits looking for qualified candidates.

    Nonprofit Board Service Platform Overview

    TD explains how BoardBuild.org helps nonprofits and companies by democratizing nonprofit board service, enabling access to a diverse pool of candidates regardless of geographic, socioeconomic, racial, ethnic, or age barriers. The platform offers free services to nonprofits through donations, while providing companies with affordable professional development opportunities and community engagement solutions. Jeremy highlights how Higginbotham has empowered their employees to participate in community service through BoardBuild's certification and matching program.

    Leader Development and Nonprofit Matching

    TD explains that companies can easily sign up and manage cohorts of participants through the platform, which provides automated notifications and recommendations. The platform facilitates matches between participants and nonprofits in three ways: individual searches, company searches, and automated recommendations, with over 140 opportunities available. The platform has expanded beyond North Texas to Tennessee, and TD shares positive testimonials from users.

    Board Build: Expanding Nonprofit Boards

    TD shares an example of a Missouri-based veteran entrepreneur support nonprofit that successfully recruited a board candidate from Boston through BoardBuild, highlighting how the platform enables diverse board compositions. Jeremy emphasizes how BoardBuild helps organizations "open up the floodgates" for new board members with untapped potential, while TD notes that this approach aligns with the growing trend of "open source board recruiting" discussed in a recent Stanford Social Innovation Review article.

    BoardBuild's Regional Expansion Strategy

    TD discusses BoardBuild's expansion strategy, aiming to establish deep roots in its current states, including Texas, Washington, Nebraska, Tennessee, Illinois, Louisiana, Mississippi, Georgia, and Virginia. The company plans to collaborate with regional energy companies and banks to expand its influence across multiple markets. TD highlights the importance of donations, financial contributions, and partnerships with nonprofits and leadership organizations to support BoardBuild's mission. The platform offers packages and pricing options to accommodate various needs, and TD emphasizes the success of collaborations with organizations like Junior League chapters and Leadership North Texas.

    Visit https://www.boardbuild.org to learn more about BoardBuild. If you are in Tennessee, you can visit the Tennessee Nonprofit Network (under the Resources tab) to connect with and access BoardBuild: https://tnnonprofits.org.
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