Community D.C.

Community DC Host Dennis Glasgow visits with Susan Hedstrom, she is the Executive Director for the Foundation for Prader WIlli Research, aka (FPWR) is a non-profit organization dedicated to eliminating the challenges of (PWS) Their primary goal is to advance research to develop effective treatments and an eventual cure. And for quick context, PWS is a complex, rare genetic disorder caused by an abnormality on the 15th chromosome. It affects approximately 1 in 15,000 births and impacts development, metabolism, and behavior. And we’ll also be visiting with Kristin White – she is local and on the board at FPWR – and one of her children has PWS and with her husband has spearheaded funding and education among many other things, a story that she’ll share with us. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Community DC Host Dennis Glasgow welcomes to the Program for the first time, Olu Adebayo, he is the Rainbow Place Shelter, located in Rockville MD is an emergency shelter for homeless women. Historically operating as a seasonal winter hypothermia program, they are working to secure a new location to expand into a year-round, 24/7 facility that also accommodates youth and young adults. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Community DC Host Dennis Glasgow visits with Kurt Erickson – he is the Executive Director for the Washington Regional Alcohol Program aka as WRAP to educate us on the latest impairment and driving initiatives in the DMV – plus we’ll plow through the latest data – DUI Checkpoints – Education for both adults and youth - programs, events and much more – plus talk about one of their most prized programs in SoberRide and how you can use it during one of the upcoming holidays. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Community DC Host Dennis Glasgow visits with Kurt Erickson – he is the Executive Director for the Washington Regional Alcohol Program aka as WRAP to educate us on the latest impairment and driving initiatives in the DMV – plus we’ll plow through the latest data – DUI Checkpoints – Education for both adults and youth - programs, events and much more – plus talk about one of their most prized programs in SoberRide and how you can use it during one of the upcoming holidays. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Community DC Host Dennis Glasgow visits with CEO for Higher Achievement Lynsey Wood Jeffries about her Washington, DC based non-profit, that bridges the opportunity gap for middle school students in under-resourced communities. They pair 5th through 8th graders with volunteer mentors to provide rigorous academic enrichment, social-emotional skill-building, and high school placement services. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Community DC Host Dennis Glasgow welcomes back to the program Dale Kunce, the CEO for the American Red Cross, of the National Capital & Greater Chesapeake Region to talk bout 2026 and beyond with topics including: History, Mission & Vision, Disaster Relief, Health & Safety Services, Service to Armed Forces, Community Service, Blood Services and Volunteerism. . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Community DC Host Dennis Glasgow speaks with President & CEO Kiryn Hoffman for the National Children's Museum in Washington, DC. The National Children's Museum in downtown Washington, D.C., sparks curiosity in science, technology, engineering, arts, and math (STEAM) for kids up to age 12 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Community DC Host Dennis Glasgow visits with Cat Oakar, she is the executive director for FRESHFARM a Mid-Atlantic nonprofit that builds a more equitable, sustainable food system by operating producer-only farmers markets, distributing food to underserved communities, and offering hands-on school education. We’ll talk about all the DMV farmers markets, how get executed every weekend and we’ll dig into the local scene for everything and anything you’ve ever wanted to know about healthy food distribution throughout the DMV. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Community DC Host Dennis Glasgow welcomes back to the program, Ria Freydberg Marcario, the Executive Director for Blood Cancer United, formally know as the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. Over the next 30 mins, topics include: the re-brand, mission & vision, what they do, research, advocation, events, donations volunteering and much more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Community DC Host Dennis Glasgow visits with the President & CEO for the Capital Area Food Bank, Radha Muthiah. She is the President and CEO for capital area food bank – this non-profit that’s been around since 1980, is the primary hunger-relief organization for the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. In 2026, it serves more than 1 million people annually across D.C., Maryland, and Virginia, distributing the equivalent of nearly 61 million meals through a network of 400+ nonprofit partners and direct programs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Community DC Host Dennis Glasgow welcomes back to the program, Ellen Shannon, Executive Director for the American Foundation of Suicide Prevention - National Capital Area. Topics included: 988 Crisis Hotline, May is Mental Health Awareness Month and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Community DC Host Dennis Glasgow visits with Jim Carroll, the CEO for the Professional Services Council, also referred to as PSC – which is the leading national trade association representing the federal technology and professional services industry. It serves as a primary advocate for government contractors, working to shape federal acquisition policies and build consensus between the government and industry. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Community DC Host Dennis Glasgow visits with CEO for Shatterproof Pam Jenkins to talk about Addiction. Shatterproof is a national non-profit organization dedicated to reversing the U.S. addiction crisis by transforming addiction treatment, ending stigma, and providing education. Founded by Gary Mendell, it advocates for policy changes, offers a treatment locator tool (ATLAS), and supports families. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Community DC Host Dennis Glasgow visits with President & CEO for Make-A-Wish Mid-Atlantic, Lesli Creedon about the history, mission/vision, events, donations, volunteering. And we also have a Make-A-Wish Mom, Emily, who talks about her son Zachary and his wish that was granted over this past year. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Community DC Host Dennis Glasgow visits with Andrew Molosky, who is the President and CEO for Chapters Health System - a not-for-profit, community-based organization specializing in comprehensive care for advanced illnesses, primarily in the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic U.S.. They provide hospice, palliative care, home health, and grief support, aiming to improve patient/family experiences through holistic, home-based services. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ann Mazur – she is the CEO for EveryMind – which is a Maryland-based nonprofit that provides comprehensive mental health services, including 24/7 crisis prevention (988 call/text/chat), counseling, school-based mental health programs, veteran support (ServingTogether), and housing assistance. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Community DC Host Dennis Glasgow visits with Executive Director for the National Kidney Foundation, Michele Anthony, topics include: history of NKF, latest data, treatments, medications, screenings, funding, donations, volunteering. Plus, we speak with New York Jets DT Khalen Saunders, who's Mom received a Kidney and using the NFL's platform 'My Cause, My Cleats' to highlight his Mom's fight and the NKF. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Community DC Host Dennis Glasgow welcomes to the program for the first time, Michael Sapienza, who is the CEO for the Colorectal Cancer Alliance, which is the largest US nonprofit dedicated to ending colorectal cancer through patient support, research funding, and prevention advocacy. It empowers patients and caregivers, increases screening rates, and drives initiatives to improve survival rates and reduce healthcare disparities. Dennis and Michael will discuss: screenings, diagnosis, treatment, medications, research, donations and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Community DC Host Dennis Glasgow visits with Molly Brooks, who is the Founder and CEO for Hero's Bridge, a local non-profit that provides free, comprehensive support to veterans aged 65 and older to improve their quality of life, independence, and safety. They offer specialized programs including, but not limited to, Battle Buddies (mentorship/socialization), Home Front (repairs), Paw Patrol (pet care), and Honor Guard (advocacy). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Community DC Host Dennis Glasgow welcomes to the program for the first time, Suzie Bartel, who is the Co-Founder & President for 'The Ryan Bartel Foundation". Over the 30 min conversation, Dennis talks about the origin story and everything about Ryan Bartel, why Suzie and her family chose to start the foundation, their programs, events, volunteering, donations and how you or a loved one aren't alone regarding Suicide. Please remember that if you or anyone in your life is struggling with mental wellness, the Suicide Crisis Hotline at 988 is open 24/7 365 days of the year. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.