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United Voices - Stories of Change, Progress, and the People Making it Happen

United Way of Delaware

47 episodes

3 weeks ago

On this month's podcast, Michelle Taylor, President and CEO of United Way of Delaware leads a conversation diving into Freedom Schools - a powerful program that’s transforming not just classrooms — but the neighborhoods they serve. Featuring guests Frankie Bonilla, Director of the Peter Spencer Freedom School in Wilmington, and Ken Livingston, Senior Director of Student Success including Get Delaware Reading, this episode is the second installment of a 2 part conversation about the challenges...

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On this month's podcast, Michelle Taylor, President and CEO of United Way of Delaware leads a conversation diving into Freedom Schools - a powerful program that’s transforming not just classrooms — but the neighborhoods they serve. Featuring guests Frankie Bonilla, Director of the Peter Spencer Freedom School in Wilmington, and Ken Livingston, Senior Director of Student Success including Get Delaware Reading, this episode is the second installment of a 2 part conversation about the challenges...

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United Voices - Stories of Change, Progress, and the People Making it Happen

Season 5 / Ep. 10 (December 2025) - Beyond Literacy: Community

On this month's podcast, Michelle Taylor, President and CEO of United Way of Delaware leads a conversation diving into Freedom Schools - a powerful program that’s transforming not just classrooms — but the neighborhoods they serve. Featuring guests Frankie Bonilla, Director of the Peter Spencer Freedom School in Wilmington, and Ken Livingston, Senior Director of Student Success including Get Delaware Reading, this episode is the second installment of a 2 part conversation about the challenges...

3 weeks ago

33 minutes

United Voices - Stories of Change, Progress, and the People Making it Happen

Season 5 / Ep. 9 (November 2025) - Literacy: Voices From the Block

On this month's podcast, Michelle Taylor, President and CEO of United Way of Delaware leads a conversation with Jon Tucker, Chief Operating Officer of Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware, and Cierra Hall-Hipkins, Executive Director of Network Connect, in a the first installment of a 2 part conversation about the challenges of fostering literacy in our community. United Way of Delaware brings together people, organizations, and resources to address the challenges caused by long-standing d...

1 month ago

29 minutes

United Voices - Stories of Change, Progress, and the People Making it Happen

Season 5 / Ep. 8 (October 2025) - Winter is Coming, Hold onto Your Wallet!

On this month's podcast, Michelle Taylor, President and CEO of United Way of Delaware leads a conversation with Dave Tancredi from Delmarva Power and Lisa Farrow, a coach from the Stand By Me program, in a conversation about the rising cost of living, and solutions to help manage increased energy costs going into winter. United Way of Delaware brings together people, organizations, and resources to address the challenges caused by long-standing disparities. In partnership with passionate comm...

2 months ago

28 minutes

United Voices - Stories of Change, Progress, and the People Making it Happen

Season 5 / Ep. 7 (July 2025) - Summer: An Opportunity to Boost Literacy, Inspire Hope, and Grow Community

On this month's podcast, Michelle Taylor, President and CEO of United Way of Delaware leads a conversation with John Williams, Executive Director of a youth program that primarily serves children experiecing homelessness, and Nia Williams, a college senior dedicating her summer to closing the literacy gap by working directly with children through out-of-school programs, about Summer opportunities to boost literacy, inspire hope, and grow community United Way of Delaware brings together people...

5 months ago

26 minutes

United Voices - Stories of Change, Progress, and the People Making it Happen

Season 5 / Ep. 6 (June 2025) - College and Career Success and Navigating the FAFSA

On this month's podcast, Tierra Fair, Vice President of Engagement & Partnerships leads a conversation about College and Career Success and navigating the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) with Cory Dunt, Director of Stand By Me NexGen, and Ebony Brown, a parent whose child benefited from FAFSA support through our NexGen program. United Way of Delaware brings together people, organizations, and resources to address the challenges caused by long-standing disparities. I...

6 months ago

35 minutes

United Voices - Stories of Change, Progress, and the People Making it Happen

Season 5 / Ep. 5 (May 2025) - Then, Now, and The Future - The Evolution and Importance of United Way

On this month's podcast, Michelle Taylor, President and CEO of United Way of Delaware leads a conversation with Angela Williams, President and CEO of United Way Worldwide, and Brian Nourie, Board Chairman of United Way of Delaware, about United Way's history of engagement within our communities, and its importance as a critical resource now and into the future. United Way of Delaware brings together people, organizations, and resources to address the challenges caused by long-standing dispari...

6 months ago

30 minutes

United Voices - Stories of Change, Progress, and the People Making it Happen

Season 5 / Ep. 4 (April 2025) - Amplifying Youth Voices and Engagement

On this month's podcast, Michelle Taylor, President and CEO of United Way of Delaware leads a conversation with Kenny Norwood and Mitchell Brenner, 2 interns at United Way of Delaware, about youth voice and empowerment, civic engagement and leadership, adult engagement and support, and their personal growth and experience working at United Way. United Way of Delaware brings together people, organizations, and resources to address the challenges caused by long-standing disparities. In partners...

8 months ago

26 minutes

United Voices - Stories of Change, Progress, and the People Making it Happen

Season 5 / Ep. 3 (March 2025) - The Importance of Grade-Level Reading and Closing the Literacy Gap

On this month's podcast, Michelle Taylor, President and CEO of United Way of Delaware leads a conversation with Dr. Dorrell Green, Superintendent of Red Clay School district, and Ralph Smith, Managing Director of the Campaign for Grade Level Reading, exploring the importance of grade-level reading on an individual's future academic and life incomes, and community and school district partnership efforts to close the literacy gap. United Way of Delaware brings together people, organizations, an...

9 months ago

32 minutes

United Voices - Stories of Change, Progress, and the People Making it Happen

Season 5 / Ep. 2 (February 2025) - Local Change Makers Working Together to Build Healthy and Sustainable Businesses

This month's podcast is dedicated to building stronger connections and getting to know our neighbors better. This podcast is a big part of that mission, where we delve into the stories of local changemakers, entrepreneurs, and community leaders who are working together to build healthy and sustainable minority businesses. Today, we’re in for an insightful discussion with three amazing individuals - Steve Johnson, Ray Parker, and LaVante Dorsey - who are driving positive change in their respec...

10 months ago

31 minutes

United Voices - Stories of Change, Progress, and the People Making it Happen

Season 5 / Ep. 1 (January 2025) - The Importance of Financial Health for ALICE and All of Us

In this episode, Michelle Taylor, President and CEO of United Way of Delaware, sets the stage by introducing the concept of ALICE communities—the Asset-Limited, Income-Constrained, Employed—and the struggles of many individuals and families. Joined by long time Stand By Me coaches Lori Hurst-Farrell and Karen Summa, she discusses how Stand By Me offers a range of services designed to help these and other families achieve financial stability and break the cycle of poverty. The discussion highl...

11 months ago

38 minutes

United Voices - Stories of Change, Progress, and the People Making it Happen

Season 4 / Ep. 36 (November 4, 2024) - Managing Finances Through Divorce and Single Parenting

This episode explores managing finances through divorce and single parenting. We’re joined by Lori Hurst-Farrell and Traceé Taylor in a conversation about the primary considerations and challenges of finances through divorce and how individuals can best manage through this difficult new financial reality. Topics include support considerations for both parents, importance of building a realistic and manageable post-divorce financial plan, employment considerations, assistance programs, and mor...

1 year ago

29 minutes

United Voices - Stories of Change, Progress, and the People Making it Happen

Season 4 / Ep. 35 (September 30, 2024) - The Rise of Marketplace Scams

This episode looks at the rise of marketplace scams - how to easily spot and avoid them, and what do you if you've been scammed. Joining us as guests are Jude Liskiewicz and Manoj Philip from the Stand By Me program, in a wide-ranging conversation about why scams work, why it's easy to fall for them, some of the patterns to look for to help identify a scam, and how to keep yourself as safe as possible. Stand By Me® provides Delawareans with a Personal Financial Coach and a toolkit to navigate...

1 year ago

27 minutes

United Voices - Stories of Change, Progress, and the People Making it Happen

Season 4 / Ep. 34 (August 30, 2024) - Exploring the Connection Between Money and Health

This podcast episode explores the important connection between money and our health, including how our health can impact our finances, how our finances can impact our health, and mental health concerns that can arise as a result of financial issues. Our guests on this episode are Karen Summa and Erin Doordan from the Stand By Me program. Stand By Me® provides Delawareans with a Personal Financial Coach and a toolkit to navigate the challenges leading to personal financial security. The ...

1 year ago

20 minutes

United Voices - Stories of Change, Progress, and the People Making it Happen

Season 4 / Ep. 33 (July 31, 2024) - Addressing Food Insecurity Throughout Our Community

The topic for this episode is food insecurity, how that impacts our community, and resources and partnerships within our State to address our community's need for sufficient and healthy food. To speak about this topic are Anna McDermott and Megan Zavala from The Food Bank of Delaware, one of Stand By Me's long-term implementation partners. Stand By Me® provides Delawareans with a Personal Financial Coach and a toolkit to navigate the challenges leading to personal financial...

1 year ago

25 minutes

United Voices - Stories of Change, Progress, and the People Making it Happen

Season 4 / Ep. 32 (June 11, 2024) - Rising Costs and Challenges for New Homeowners

The topic for this episode is home ownership, particularly how rising costs are impacting new homeowners and the challenges that presents. To speak about this topic are Delilah Blanchard and Sarah Cha Cha Carter, both from Stand By Me’s Home program. Stand By Me® provides Delawareans with a Personal Financial Coach and a toolkit to navigate the challenges leading to personal financial security. The Delaware Financial Empowerment Partnership (DFEP) is a joint venture of the State of Del...

1 year ago

30 minutes

United Voices - Stories of Change, Progress, and the People Making it Happen

Season 4 / Ep. 31 (February 9, 2024) - Budgeting and Stretching Your Dollar for Today's Economy

One of the big challenges we are seeing today is how inflation is resulting in higher prices and reduced spending power. Therefore, some creative ways of shopping and budgeting are needed. On today’s podcast we’re joined by Lori Hurst-Farrell and Larron Briddell, two coaches from the Stand By Me program to talk about budgeting for today’s economy. Stand By Me® provides Delawareans with a Personal Financial Coach and a toolkit to navigate the challenges leading to personal financial security...

1 year ago

26 minutes

United Voices - Stories of Change, Progress, and the People Making it Happen

Season 3 / Ep. 30 (Nov 28, 2023) - Financial planning for Hispanic and Latino individuals

Living as a first or second generation immigrant in this country and the State of Delaware can present many challenges, particularly for those navigating the world of personal finance such as purchasing a home, paying for college, and other major life events. Maria Ramos and Edwin Santos from United Way of Delaware's Stand By Me program are featured on this podcast episode, to talk about the challenges that Hispanic and Latino individuals face in the State of Delaware, and how the Stand By ...

2 years ago

22 minutes

United Voices - Stories of Change, Progress, and the People Making it Happen

Season 3 / Ep. 29 (Sept 6, 2023) - FAFSA Changes for 2024 and Beyond

As fall approaches, many families’ thoughts turn to school, and for families with students approaching college enrollment, FAFSA – the free application for federal student aid – is a hot topic. There are a number of recent significant changes to the FAFSA, and here on this episode to tell us more about those changes are Cory Dunt and Candace Powell Kinard from Stand By Me’s NexGen program. Stand By Me® provides Delawareans with a Personal Financial Coach and a toolkit to navigate the challen...

2 years ago

25 minutes

United Voices - Stories of Change, Progress, and the People Making it Happen

Season 3 / Ep. 28 (July 28, 2023) - Celebrating Stand By Me Coaches

The Stand By Me program would not be possible without the incredible coaching team, who are truly the heart of the program. Stand By Me is successful is because it connects customers with a coach for a one-on-one, highly customized partnership, where the coaches work closely with their customers through their financial challenges and onto prosperity. This episode is all about the coaches – their passion and commitment, their strength, wisdom and skill, and the diversity of experiences ...

2 years ago

19 minutes

United Voices - Stories of Change, Progress, and the People Making it Happen

Season 3 / Ep. 27 (April 21, 2023) - Homebuying…123

This podcast - Homebuying... 123 - How to go from Creditworthy to Mortgage Qualified - tackles important topics for the first-time homebuyer such as: The importance of credit – how does it factor into securing a mortgage?What are the factors that influence credit scores? Saving for a down payment – what are some strategies for success?Shopping for a mortgage - how to evaluate lender choices? What are some common mistakes first time home buyers should avoid? ... and much m...

2 years ago

29 minutes