A Better Place

Building Community With Marchel Marcos

Content Warning: Domestic Violence. Hey, friends! We missed you, but we are back and ready to inspire you more than ever. Today we are speaking with the fabulous political director, principal consultant, domestic violence survivor advocate & entrepreneur Marchel Marcos. Join us as she sits down with Alexis Hernandez and shares her reasons why she dedicates her energy to others in so many ways. Marchel chats about the organizations that helped her through her most difficult times and how she's giving back after receiving help from others. Connecting with people who need allyship is so important, so we're excited to teach you how you can be an ally for those experiencing D.V., plus learn how you can get politically involved with your local elected officials. To learn more about Marchel, check her out on Instagram @dearmarchel. This is an incredible & informing episode, so we hope you enjoy it. Episode Resources: www.thehotline.org [http://www.thehotline.org] www.safeandtogetherinstitute.com [http://www.safeandtogetherinstitute.com] www.multco.us/dv [http://www.multco.us/dv] www.apano.org [http://www.apano.org] Don't forget to rate us, subscribe, & leave a review on the Apple Podcast app!

Three Organizations to Get Involved With Today

Join Alexis Hernandez and community organization founder Dwindell Feeley as they chat about Love Your Black Community and all of it's amazing services, the Free Geek Organization; a foundation with a mission to close the digital divide, plus the PDX Free Fridge Initiative; a free food and supplies service in Portland, Oregon. How you serve others around you immensely affects the world in a positive way. Learn how giving back to others can be fun and fulfilling! Go to www.PDXfreefridge.com [http://www.PDXfreefridge.com] to get involved, or reach out to Dwindell Feeley if you'd like to join in on a youth cooking class. Like this show? Feel free to leave us a review here. Post a screenshot of your favorite episode on Instagram & tag us so we can thank you personally!

Spread Love Like Butter

Get inspired to spread love to planet earth with Shea Butter and her eco-friendly, customizable clothing brand. Learn tips and tricks on minimizing the environmental impact we have as consumers. Plus, hear about the small business of the week, Loveofall6loves. Who doesn’t love a good homemade vegan soap, am I right? www.sheabutterbrand.com [http://www.sheabutterbrand.com]

Giving Wisely

There are so many ways to get involved with your community! Now, more than ever, it’s important to be educated on giving back before gifting your time, energy, and money to others. Join Lex Hernandez and Dboi LTD as they chat about tips and tricks for donating wisely, and spreading kindness. www.give.org [http://www.give.org] https://www.irs.gov/charities-non-profits/search-for-tax-exempt-organizations [https://www.irs.gov/charities-non-profits/search-for-tax-exempt-organizations] www.sheabutterbrand.com [http://www.sheabutterbrand.com]

MacKenzie Scott's Money Talks

Cheers to the end of a year that devastated everyone but the wealthy! This year has created a greater need for charity and community. There are countless people in position to help those in need, including you! Join Lex Hernandez and Dboi LTD as they highlight American author MacKenzie Scott among other ladies who lead by example. Get inspired to get involved! www.bystanderrevolution.org [http://www.bystanderrevolution.org] www.nostalgialeather.com [http://www.nostalgialeather.com] www.mackenzie-scott.medium.com [http://www.mackenzie-scott.medium.com]