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...
In this episode of Change Makers Among Us, host Jen Deitsch sits down with Laura Bache, founder of Oli's Cookies, a mission-driven, plant-based cookie company dedicated to spreading autism awareness. Laura shares her inspiring journey of turning a personal challenge into a thriving business—one that not only provides delicious treats but also advocates for the autism community. From baking in her home kitchen to scaling up and navigating the complexities of entrepreneurship, Laura’s story is ...
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...
