The Empowered Advocate

8. Walk For Life LIVE

We are thrilled to share that over $148,540 was raised at the Walk for Life [http://thepregnancynetwork.org/Walk]. Because so many in our community decided to Join the Movement through generous giving, the funds raised will provide 123 women with The Pregnancy Network’s free services [http://thepregnancynetwork.org/services]!  Over 500 participants took part in the event, both in person at Lawndale Baptist Church and virtually. This included an incredible team of 65 volunteers who helped to make this event a success. We recorded this podcast LIVE at the GSO Walk For Life so enjoy a handful of interviews with walkers, volunteers, and staff as we bring you along with us for the 2021 GSO Walk For Life. LINKS: GSO Walk For Life GIVE Page: thepregnancynetwork.org/gsowalk [thepregnancynetwork.org/gsowalk] VI Boutique Walk For Life Bracelets: https://vi-style.com/bracelets-for-life-100-donation/ [https://vi-style.com/bracelets-for-life-100-donation/] Share The Change Bottle Campaign: https://thepregnancynetwork.org/partner/sharethechange/ [https://thepregnancynetwork.org/partner/sharethechange/] Volunteer with TPN: https://thepregnancynetwork.org/partner/volunteer/ [https://thepregnancynetwork.org/partner/volunteer/]

7. Stepping Off The Sideline: Volunteering with TPN

Our organization is volunteer-led, staff-supported. While staff facilitate the organization, volunteers ultimately carry out the mission. Allison Herrington, our Volunteer Coordinator, joins us on the podcast this week to talk about all of the different volunteer opportunities here at The Pregnancy Network and shares important next steps for those who are ready to step off the sidelines and start volunteering with TPN! www.thepregnancynetwork.org/partner [http://www.thepregnancynetwork.org/partner] Contact Allison at aherrington@thepregancynetwork.org [aherrington@thepregancynetwork.org]

6. GSO Walk For Life

On this week’s episode, we sat down with Hope Earwood, our Development Director, and talked about our GSO Walk For Life coming up in just a few weeks. We invite you to #JoinTheMovement [https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/jointhemovement/] by participating in this year’s GSO Walk For Life! For more information, visit thepregnancynetwork.org/gsowalk [http://thepregnancynetwork.org/classes]. You can contact our Development Director, Hope Earwood, at hearwood@thepregnancynetwork.org [aherrington@thepregnancynetwork.org]. 8 Creative Ways To Raise Money For The GSO Walk For Life [https://thepregnancynetwork.org/8-creative-ways-to-raise-money-for-the-gso-walk-for-life/]   :40 - What is Hope Earwood's role at TPN? 2:00 - What is the GSO Walk For Life? 3:09 - What are ways people can get involved with the Walk For Life? 4:11 - What would you say to someone who wants to fundraise or be a team leader but is scared or feels inadequate? 6:17 - What is our goal for this year? 6:48 - Share the logistics of the event. Where is it? When is it? What should people wear? What can be expect at this event?

5. Building Community through Pregnancy & Parenting Classes

On this week’s episode, we sat down with Meredith Weber, our Development Coordinator, and talked about our Pregnancy 101 and Parenting 101 classes. Our classes empower women to face an unplanned pregnancy feeling fully equipped to take on pregnancy and parenting. For more information on our classes, visit thepregnancynetwork.org/classes [http://thepregnancynetwork.org/classes]. If you want to volunteer: visit website at thepregnancynetwork.org/volunteer Also contact our Volunteeer Coordinator, Allison Herrington, at aherrington@thepregnancynetwork.org [aherrington@thepregnancynetwork.org]. Time stamps: 30:00 - Mike and Erica's Interview

4. Pregnant During a Pandemic: Royal's Story

Summary:  Meet Royal, a young woman who found herself pregnant during the height of the coronavirus pandemic in 2020. Convinced abortion was her only option, she found herself walking through the front door at The Pregnancy Network. Her journey from fearful to fearless is a story you won’t want to miss.  Time Stamps: 0:54 - TPN’s Virtual Gala for Life, Success Sequence 4:45 - Royal’s Story Links Mentioned: Royal’s Story - YouTube Video - https://youtu.be/lKu42tADgCQ [https://youtu.be/lKu42tADgCQ] The Pregnancy Network Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ThePregnancyNetwork [https://www.facebook.com/ThePregnancyNetwork]  The Pregnancy Network - Make an Appointment - https://thepregnancynetwork.org/appointment [https://thepregnancynetwork.org/appointment]