Merrick Foundation: Making an Impact Together
Welcome to Merrick Foundation: Making an Impact Together, where we bring you the stories, voices, and ideas that are shaping our communities. Each episode dives into the heart of Merrick County, showcasing the people, organizations, and initiatives that are making a lasting difference. Tune in for inspiring conversations and real-life impact—because together, we’re building something greater.
Merrick Foundation: Making an Impact Together
Latest Episodes
From an Idea to a Waitlist: Little Storm Childcare
Three years ago, Little Storm Childcare opened its doors with a vision to help meet a growing need for quality childcare in our area. Today, they’re full, have a waiting list, and are already seeing families plan ahead for future openings.<...
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Planting Seeds of Community: The Story Behind Central City's Community Garden
What started as a simple idea has turned into something pretty incredible growing right here in Central City. In this episode, Bill Bolte, Laurie Dexter, and Pastor Francis Kinyua from the Central City United Methodist Church join u...
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Giving Back Starts Young: A Conversation with Fyn Fasbender
We sit down with Central City junior Fyn Fasbender to talk about youth philanthropy—what it looks like, what motivates it, and how to get more young people involved. From being “voluntold” at a young age to finding real passion in giving back, ...
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Building Brighter Futures in Merrick County: A Conversation with the Merrick County Child Development Center
In this episode, we sit down with Katie Benner, President of the Merrick County Child Development Center Board, for an inspiring conversation about the vital role high-quality, reliable child care plays in sustaining and growing our small commu...
From Application to Award: The Story Behind 179 Student Scholarships
Ever wonder how 179 students received scholarships from the Merrick Foundation this year? In this episode of Making an Impact Together, Shauna sits down with Rachel Brandquist to pull back the curtain on the entire scholarship process—...