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Helping the Homeless Goes Mobile

Helping the Homeless Goes Mobile - 4:16

Elena Russo speaks with Donna Fortier, CEO, Mobile Hope. They discuss. How they assist homeless youth by using a mobile bus to provide services.

Seeking Opportunities for Civic Engagement

Seeking Opportunities for Civic Engagement - 4:06

Elena Russo speaks with Meagan Landis, Constituent Service and Policy Director, Office of Woodbridge District Supervisor Frank Principi. They discuss the vast opportunities to serve in the community and have a voice in the Prince William County area.

Committed to Giving Back to the Community

Committed to Giving Back to the Community - 5:11

Elena Russo speaks with Lorraine Jackson, President, Prince William Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. They discuss the programs they have to help serve and support the communities they live in.

Promoting Community Service to Younger Generations

Promoting Community Service to Younger Generations - 4:44

Elena Russo speaks with Will Archer, Senior Pastor and Community Leader, Potomac Valley Church/Acts I-Walk. They discuss the passion of the younger generation and how they can serve and lead in their community.

Building Character, Leadership and Providing an Education

Building Character, Leadership and Providing an Education - 3:35

Elena Russo speaks with Jason Crummett, President, Boys and Girls Club of Greater Washington - Prince William County/Manassas Region. They discuss how they provide much more than before and after school care. They discuss how they teach career development skills, healthy lifestyles and leadership skills.

Redirecting Wasted Food to Combat Hunger

Redirecting Wasted Food to Combat Hunger - 4:13

Elena Russo speaks with Aaron Tolson, Development Director, ACTS. They discuss their partnership with 412 Food Rescue to help distribute food that otherwise will go to waste from restaurants, stores etc.

Understanding How Individuals with Disabilities Live Life

Understanding How Individuals with Disabilities Live Life - 4:17

Elena Russo speaks with Ellen Head, Senior Director of Development, Special Olympics Virginia. They discuss how they provide more than just competitions for their athletes. She also talks about the Unified Teams that they offer and the benefits to everyone involved.

Bringing New Business to Prince William County

Bringing New Business to Prince William County - 4:29

Elena Russo speaks with Jeanine Lawson, Prince William Board of County Supervisors, Brentsville District. They discuss the various new businesses coming to PWC primarily in the science and technology fields.

Creating Jobs for the Future

Creating Jobs for the Future - 4:51

Elena Russo speaks with Victor Angry, Prince William Board of County Supervisors, Neabsco Magisterial District. They discuss jobs and benefits in the county and how using the bus system can help the commuting issues in the area.

Veterans Health Administration

Veterans Health Administration - 4:29

Elena Russo talks with Dr. Ryan Vega, VA Diffusion of Excellence Lead for the Veterans Health Administration. The VHA Innovation Program facilitates results-driven and forward-looking health care innovation within VA. The program allows critical health care innovations to emerge from the field, evolve based on constructive and collaborative review, and be piloted in a safe harbor environment. For more information on the Veterans Health Administration Innovation Program, visit their website.

The American Pops Orchestra

The American Pops Orchestra - 4:48

Elena Russo talks with Hillary Morrow, Performer for The American Pops Orchestra. They discuss the orchestra their upcoming season and the Dolly Parton Saturday, September 21^st. For more information on The American Pops Orchestra and their upcoming season, visit their website.

29th Annual Manassas African American Heritage Festival

29th Annual Manassas African American Heritage Festival - 3:52

The Annual Manassas African American Heritage Festival is to honor and celebrate the history and culture of the African American Community in the Cities of Manassas, Manassas Park and Prince William County. Elena Russo talked with Curtis O. Porter, Vice Chairperson for the 29^th Annual Manassas African American Heritage Festival. They discuss the festival and the days activities. For more information on the 29^th Annual Manassas African American Heritage Festival, visit their website.

Friends of Fort Dupont Ice Arena

Friends of Fort Dupont Ice Arena - 4:44

Elena Russo talks with Brittany Green, the Community Outreach and Enrichment Coordinator for Fort Dupont Ice Arena. The mission of the Fort Dupont Ice Arena is To provide increased opportunity, education, and inspiration to the young people of Washington, DC and the surrounding area through ice skating and educational activities. For more information about Fort Dupont Ice Arena and their programs, visit their website.

Music at the Monument

Music at the Monument - 4:09

Music at the Monument is a concert series heldon the steps oftheLincoln Memorial in Washington, DC. The concert series brings an opportunity to improve access for minority populations who use infrequently our National Parks and Monuments, as well as other priority populations (veterans, youth and seniors). Elena Russo talks with Darryl Haley, Producer of Music at the Monument. They discuss the concerts that take place at the Lincoln Memorial now thru September. For more information on Music at the Monument, visit their website.

National Voices for the Equality Education and Enlightenment (NVEEE)

National Voices for the Equality Education and Enlightenment (NVEEE) - 3:46

The mission of NVEEE is to prevent bullying, violence, and suicide among youth, families and communities through direct service, mentoring and prevention education. Elena Russo sat down with Jowharah Sanders, Founder and Executive Direct for NVEEE. They discuss the organization and their mission to the community. For more information on NVEEE, visit their website.

Helping Veterans Reconnect

Helping Veterans Reconnect - 4:31

Elena Russo speaks with Sam Cachola, Jr., Board Member, American Veteran’s Ball. They discuss how they meet veteran’s reconnect with what they can do to continue to serve.

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