In this episode of Changemakers Among Us, we meet the founder of Courts for Kids, a nonprofit that has partnered with over 250 communities worldwide to co-build sports courts that do far more than host games. They become gathering places, cultural bridges, and symbols of what’s possible. Derek shares how a chance email led to his first international build, what it means to serve with humility, and how one determined teenager reminded him just how much a court can mean to a community. From pos...
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In this episode of Changemakers Among Us, we meet the founder of Courts for Kids, a nonprofit that has partnered with over 250 communities worldwide to co-build sports courts that do far more than host games. They become gathering places, cultural bridges, and symbols of what’s possible. Derek shares how a chance email led to his first international build, what it means to serve with humility, and how one determined teenager reminded him just how much a court can mean to a community. From pos...
What happens when a family is faced with a medical crisis far from home? For many, the financial and emotional toll can be overwhelming. That’s where Hattie’s House steps in. Founded by Andy Albrecht, this nonprofit provides temporary housing for families navigating extended medical treatments in San Diego and Sacramento. In this episode, Andy shares the journey that led him to create Hattie’s House, the challenges of growing a mission-driven organization, and the impact it has on families in...
Changemakers Among Us
In this episode of Changemakers Among Us, we meet the founder of Courts for Kids, a nonprofit that has partnered with over 250 communities worldwide to co-build sports courts that do far more than host games. They become gathering places, cultural bridges, and symbols of what’s possible. Derek shares how a chance email led to his first international build, what it means to serve with humility, and how one determined teenager reminded him just how much a court can mean to a community. From pos...
