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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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.

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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.

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Michael sits down with Monica Hadvigerova, founder of Military Recreational Divers, Inc., to explore how ocean therapy and scuba bring healing, resilience, and community to veterans living with PTSD and other invisible wounds. We trace Monica’s journey from pro tennis to combat sports to service, hear the story of her husband’s path from Desert Storm to recovery through the water, and learn how monthly dive charters create connection that lasts well beyond the boat. We also talk family, food favorites, and why small donations make a big difference for certification, gear, and getting vets back into the ocean. Monica shares details for the MRD gala on November 7 at the Renaissance Marina in Fort Lauderdale at 6:30 PM and offers simple ways listeners can spread the word, donate, and get involved. Subscribe, leave a five star review, and help us amplify this mission of courage, compassion, and community.

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In this inspiring episode of Food, Family, and Philanthropy, host Michael Nathanson welcomes Jessica Williams, Etsy Manager at Her 2nd Chance, a nonprofit based in Boca Raton that empowers women in recovery through paid employment, personal growth, and community support.

Jessica shares how the organization provides a one year program rooted in healing and skill building, helping women rediscover confidence and stability through meaningful, creative work. From handmade mugs and candles to personalized gifts, each product sold supports the mission — offering 22 minutes of paid employment and the chance to start again.

Michael and Jessica also swap stories about food, family traditions, passion fruit desserts, and the unexpected life wisdom found in favorite meals and mismatched footwear.

This episode is a celebration of second chances, soulful storytelling, and the power of showing up — flaws, heart, and all.

Listeners are encouraged to learn more and shop products at her2ndchance.org

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When Diana Sierra first walked into what would become Boca School for Autism, she planned to volunteer. What happened next? A two-minute tour turned into a two-hour conversation that completely changed her life—and the lives of dozens of families. In this episode, we go beyond the classroom to explore how Diana created a school rooted in empowerment, inclusion, and hands-on learning that’s reshaping what education can look like for students on the spectrum.

You’ll hear everything from food favorites and travel dreams to why this principal once bleached toilets before school and how resin art and omelets play a role in student growth. Diana's passion is contagious, her story is unforgettable—and her mission? It's just getting started.

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Michelle Hendricks went from backyard gardening to leading a movement that’s transforming how South Florida connects with nature. As president of Friends of Loxahatchee, she’s on a mission to protect one of the last wild pieces of the Everglades—while planting seeds of conservation in the next generation. In this inspiring episode, Michelle shares how teen ranger camps, community education, and a whole lot of heart are reshaping the future of environmental stewardship.

Plus, we get personal—talking favorite restaurants, dream travel spots, parenting lessons, and how a rainbow eucalyptus tree became one host’s obsession. It’s part feel-good family story, part call to action, and all the more reason to fall in love with the wild again.

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In this heartwarming and eye-opening episode of Food, Family, and Philanthropy, we sit down with John Sawdon, Outreach Coordinator at The Volen Center, a powerhouse nonprofit supporting seniors across South Florida. From dementia care and adult day programs to intergenerational playdates and 6,000 monthly meals, John gives us a behind-the-scenes look at how one organization is redefining elder care with compassion, connection, and community. You'll hear touching stories, laugh over a shared love for nachos and ribs, and learn how outreach is more than a job—it’s a calling.

Whether you're looking to make a difference, discover hidden local gems, or just love hearing stories that feed the soul, this episode is for you. Plus, don’t miss John’s unforgettable tale about luggage triumphs and why Michael thinks Buc-ees might be the greatest place on Earth. Get ready to laugh, reflect, and maybe even volunteer.

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