On this episode of Food, Family & Philanthropy, host Michael Nathanson sits down with Bryan Hunt, Executive Director of the Peter Blum YMCA in Boca Raton, to explore how a true community hub changes lives. Bryan shares his Jamaican roots and food memories, favorite local spots, and why family dinners matter. Then the conversation turns to impact: youth sports and coaching, teen leadership, swim lessons that lead to the swim team, and vital programs like Livestrong and support for people with Parkinson’s. You’ll hear how FAU athletes inspire kids on and off the court, why donations go directly to people and programs, and what membership dues really cover. The episode also spotlights signature events including Corporate Cup, Breakfast with Santa, Inspiration Breakfast, Healthy Kids Day, Casino Night, Halloween at the Y, and Shoot for a Change. If you care about building confident kids, strong families, and a safer, healthier community, this one will make you want to get involved.

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Email: Michael@soldbythebros.com
Website: https://soldbythebros.com/

Michael sits down with Jane Richardson, executive director of Friends of Foster Children, for a heart first conversation about building stability and joy for kids in Palm Beach County. Jane shares her path into nonprofit leadership and the programs that meet families where they are, including kinship navigators for relatives who step in overnight, a fatherhood program for dads learning to parent, and navigating adulthood support for youth aging out of care. They talk about the recent Impact 100 award, foster parent night out, emergency bags that offer dignity on day one, and the holiday drives that turn community generosity into real relief. You will also catch local food favorites, a little sports banter, and practical ways to help through time talent and treasures. Listen in and leave inspired to make sure no child feels forgotten.

Contact Michael Nathanson:
Email: Michael@soldbythebros.com
Website: https://soldbythebros.com/

We pull up a chair with Tamika Taylor, founder of Impact Achievement Learning Center, whose mission is to give every child a safe place to be seen, supported, and taught to read with confidence. We talk favorites from Lemongrass’s Sex on the Moon roll to taco spots and the perfect chicken wing partner, then shift to family and sports as Tamika shares proud moments from raising four sons, including a New England Patriot. From phonics and fundamentals to character and confidence, we explore how her center is moving students who are years behind into real progress with patience, love, and a personalized plan. We also highlight her upcoming fundraiser on November 6, 6 to 8 pm at Throw Social in Delray, with tickets and details at impactachievementcenter.com. Join us, spread the word, and help plant more seeds of hope.

Contact Michael Nathanson:
Email: Michael@soldbythebros.com
Website: https://soldbythebros.com/