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🎙️Every community has stories waiting to be heard. On The Bridge, we sit down with local nonprofits and the people they serve to share real conversations about hope, resilience, and connection. This isn’t just talk — it’s about showing up for each other. 💛 Join us as we shine a light on our people and organizations making a difference right here in the Mid-Columbia. Krista Hill - Host/Producer Sophia Hill - Audio Editor/Composer
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- 6 days ago52 min
The Bridge: Communities in Schools of Benton-Franklin ft. Amber Gonzalez & Lisa Bugas
Join us for a conversation with Communities in Schools of Benton-Franklin! Amber Gonzalez/Assistant Director and Lisa Bugas/Board Chair join us to talk about helping students overcome barriers, the power of community partnerships, and how businesses, volunteers and individuals can make a difference. We explore the role of CIS in supporting local schools, why business investment matters, and how everyone has something to give—whether it's time, talent, resources or simply a willingness to show up. And it's always a full-family effort! It's a conversation about hope, service and building a stronger community, one student at a time.Because when it comes to our kids, we're all in!Learn more at https://bentonfranklin.ciswa.org/Volunteer opportunities with CISBF on JustServe.org https://www.justserve.org/communitiesinschools4
- 1 weeks ago53 min
The Bridge: Mid-Columbia Meals on Wheels ft. Brian Kinner & Joan Kessner
On this episode of The Bridge, we welcome Brian Kinner, Director of Mid-Columbia Meals on Wheels, and Joan Kessner, Board Vice President and dedicated volunteer, to talk about the power of a meal—and the connections that make it so much more. From delivering nutritious meals to supporting homebound seniors, Brian and Joan share how compassion, community, and volunteers make a meaningful difference in the lives of our neighbors - Because Meals on Wheels is about more than a meal. It's about connection, dignity, and reminding people they are cared for.Find them online here:https://gencare.org/mid-columbia-meals-on-wheels/And find ways to volunteer with them and others on JustServe.org!https://www.justserve.org/midcolumbiamealsonwheels
- 2 weeks ago52 min
The Bridge: Children's Developmental Center ft. Zahra Roach & Meiske Millward
We sit down with Zahra Roach, Executive Director, and Meiske Millward, Programs Manager, from the Children’s Developmental Center in Richland as they share insights into the Center’s mission, the importance of early intervention, and how their programs support children and families throughout the Tri-Cities. The conversation explores the impact of developmental services, the importance of meeting families where they are, and how community support helps create opportunities for children to grow, learn, and thrive. Join us & discover how the Children’s Developmental Center makes a difference in the lives of local families and why investing in children’s development strengthens our entire community!🎧 Tune in to hear the people and purpose behind this important local organization.Learn more: https://www.childrensdevelopmentalcenter.org/And support them at the Giving Machine Experience 2026!! Nov 20-Dec 10, Fairchild Cinema in Richland
- 3 weeks ago57 min
The Bridge: Teen & Kid Closet ft. Ela Lopez & Sarah d'Hulst
Join us on The Bridge as we talk with Ela Lopez/Program Administrator and Sarah D’Hulst/Board & Volunteer from Teen & Kid Closet in Spokane about providing clothing, dignity, and confidence to children and teens in our community. Building on our connection through donation drives supporting families affected by the recent Spokane-area fires, we explore the power of community, volunteering, and showing up for one another. Learn how you can get involved and make a difference at https://www.teenkidcloset.org/ , along with their Amazon WISHLIST at https://www.amazon.com/registries/gl/guest-view/2CHPPLRVR7C0MAs always you can find Teen & Kid Closet on JustServe.org:https://www.justserve.org/projects/d1abb36f-ee86-4eec-9097-dc14c95146f8/teen-&-kid-closet-volunteer?shiftId=9112f0a0-125e-467c-966e-6b6dac7583eb&cid=projectsearch1
- Sep 20, 202651 min
The Bridge: B5 Learning Center ft. Theresa Roosendaal & Omkalthom Abaker
We sit down with the team at B5 Learning Center in Kennewick, an organization serving refugees and immigrants throughout the Tri-Cities through education, relationships, and community. Theresa Roosendaal, Executive Director, and Omkalthom Abaker, Team Read Coordinator, bring a powerful perspective to the conversation. Omkalthom first came to B5 as a refugee and English-language student. Today, she works at B5 helping children through the Team Read program—and her own children are part of the program. Together, they talk about:🌍 Starting over in a new country📚 The power of learning English❤️ Finding connection and belonging👧 Supporting children and families🤝 The importance of volunteers and community partnerships🌱 What happens when people move from receiving support to becoming community leaders🏡 What it really means to create a welcoming Tri-CitiesThis is a conversation about more than programs. It's about people, perseverance, opportunity, and the bridges that connect us.thriveatb5.orgAlso connect with B5 on JustServe.org!https://www.justserve.org/familylearningcenter
- Sep 9, 202650 min
The Bridge: Magic Valley 9/11 Memorial ft. Angela Johnson & Larae Saufley
JustServe’s podcast THE BRIDGE just took a roadtrip! This amazing conversation the Magic Valley 9/11 Memorial in Twin Falls, ID with Co-Founders Angela Johnson & Larae Saufley tells their story, their love of community & the opportunities they provide for all of us to stand together and belong beside our flag. Cannot wait to share this one! Just in time for 9/11 - A Day of Remembrance & a Day of Service. Website:https://mv911.org/JustServe Link:https://www.justserve.org/magicvalley911memorialTavin & (Facebook) "Magic Valley Run Club"Steve Madsen & Pleasant Grove "Follow the Flag"https://followtheflag.org/Love Yourself Organizationwww.love-yourself.org
- Aug 3, 202656 min
The Bridge: Grace Collective ft. Amanda Lorraine & Satara Barrientoz
Today we get to talk about the power of transformation, finding hope and belonging, and opening doors of opportunity for the most vulnerable in our community - women who experience domestic violence, exploitation & addiction. We are celebrating Grace Collective with Amanda Lorraine, director and founder, and Satara Barrientoz, who has personally experience this journey. Whether you're someone looking for hope, someone passionate about serving others, or simply someone who believes in the power of women empowering women, I think you'll find something meaningful in this conversation. Find more info on Grace Collective & how you can help in the links below!www.gracecollective.orghttps://www.justserve.org/GraceCollective
- Jul 27, 202645 min
The Bridge: TROT/Therapeutic Riding of Tri-Cities ft. Jessica Parnell & Dorcus Buckley
What happens when the bond between people and horses becomes a path to healing? In this episode, we sit down with Jessica Parnell, Executive Director of Therapeutic Riding of Tri-Cities (TROT), and Dorcas Buckley, Programs Manager, to explore how this remarkable nonprofit is changing lives throughout the Tri-Cities. These women share the story behind TROT, the science and heart of therapeutic riding, and how their programs empower children, adults, veterans, first responders, and individuals with disabilities to build confidence, improve physical abilities, and discover new possibilities. We also discuss the incredible therapy horses that make it all possible, inspiring stories of transformation, the vital role volunteers play, and how our community can support TROT's mission for years to come.Whether you're a horse lover, interested in adaptive recreation, or simply looking for an inspiring story of hope and resilience, this conversation will leave you encouraged by the extraordinary impact that can happen when people, horses, and compassion come together.Learn more about Therapeutic Riding of Tri-Cities (TROT):https://www.trot3cities.orgIf you enjoyed this episode, please follow, rate, and share the podcast to help us continue highlighting the people and organizations making a difference in our community. And as always, you can find ways to volunteer here and throughout your community at JustServe.org!
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🎙️Every community has stories waiting to be heard. On The Bridge, we sit down with local nonprofits and the people they serve to share real conversations about hope, resilience, and connection. This isn’t just talk — it’s about showing up for each other. 💛 Join us as we shine a light on our people and organizations making a difference right here in the Mid-Columbia. Krista Hill - Host/Producer Sophia Hill - Audio Editor/Composer
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