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Buzz4Good! Nonprofits + Marketing

98 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 days ago - ★★★★★ - 1 rating

Nonprofit organizations do so much to enhance the quality of life in our communities, but they often lack the time, talent and budget to properly promote their missions and attract more donors, volunteers and clients to their cause. 

Here on Buzz4Good! we feature the great work that nonprofits do. And we provide them with marketing tips and tools so they can achieve more buzz!

Buzz4Good! is hosted by Michael Hemphill, creator of the award-winning public television show "BUZZ," which features nonprofit organizations receiving pro bono "marketing makeovers" from teams of creative advertising professionals.

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The African American communities that urban renewal killed

March 23, 2024 01:00 - 59 minutes - 41.3 MB

There’s a lot of debate surrounding the legacy of slavery and segregation. Some may even question whether there’s still active racism. But if you happen to buzz down to Roanoke’s Taubman Museum of Art or Harrison Museum of African American Culture, you can see how discriminatory real estate practices from the past continue to impact Black Americans today. And that is due to a remarkable exhibit that both nonprofit museums are co-hosting: David Ramey: Gainsboro Road and Beyond. Buzz4Good ...

The Nonprofit TimeBank: earning interest in connection

March 02, 2024 18:00 - 59 minutes - 41.2 MB

We’re often told that time is money. And in our economy, we value some people’s time more than others. Try paying an attorney or pro athlete the same as a teacher or artist. But in the New River Valley of Virginia, there’s a nonprofit that values everyone’s time equally, regardless of their skills or education or expertise, as a way of building community and fostering human connection. The hour it takes John Smith to chop up a tree can earn him a hour of social media training from Julia Tho...

The Nonprofit TimeBank: Earning interest in connection

March 02, 2024 18:00 - 59 minutes - 41.2 MB

We’re often told that time is money. And in our economy, we value some people’s time more than others. Try paying an attorney or pro athlete the same as a teacher or artist. But in the New River Valley of Virginia, there’s a nonprofit that values everyone’s time equally, regardless of their skills or education or expertise, as a way of building community and fostering human connection. The hour it takes John Smith to chop up a tree can earn him a hour of social media training from Julia Tho...

Creating ArtSpace in Roanoke, Virginia

February 25, 2024 02:00 - 25 minutes - 17.6 MB

For Roanoke, Virginia entrepreneur and philanthropist Ed Walker, economic development is as much about building community as it is building business. Walker's latest project is his most ambitious ... and the most transformative in Roanoke's recent history: revitalizing an old 100-acre site comprising 20+ buildings totaling a million square feet just 1.5 miles from downtown into Riverdale. On today's Buzz4Good, creator Michael Hemphill talks to Amy McGinnis, who is part of Walker's team wo...

Truth is Marching On: A nonprofit’s ongoing fight against the Confederacy

February 18, 2024 13:00 - 29 minutes - 20.7 MB

"It's always been like a slap in the face," says Glenna Moore about the Confederate soldier statue in front of the Franklin County, Virginia courthouse. In honor of Black History Month, BUZZ creator Michael Hemphill talks with Moore and Cathie Cummins of the local NAACP, who have fought county officials in vain for years to remove the statue. Now they've changed battlefield tactics and are applying for funding from a "Monuments Across Appalachian Virginia" grant that Virginia Tech is coor...

It's Beginning to Sound a Lot Like Christmas: Nonprofit holiday performances

December 08, 2023 15:00 - 59 minutes - 41.2 MB

We're starting to celebrate the holiday season! Listen as Buzz4Good creator Michael Hemphill chats with two arts nonprofit leaders about the importance of Christmas performances for their annual budget: Ginger Poole of Mill Mountain Theatre, and Kim Davidson of the Roanoke Valley Children’s Choir. Also, we're buzzing about bringing our TV show BUZZ to Alabama Public Television! In preparation for its premier December 15, 2023, get a "sneak listen" to part of the first episode starring the n...

Blue Ridge Jamboree features up-and-coming young artists

October 20, 2023 15:00 - 59 minutes - 41.2 MB

We're buzzing about the Blue Ridge Jamboree: ON THE RISE showcase of up and coming musical talent on Nov. 2 at the Jefferson Center in Roanoke, Va. The event is being hosted by the nonprofit Friends of the Blue Ridge, and Buzz4Good is proud to be the presenting sponsor.  Today, BUZZ creator Michael Hemphill talks to – and enjoys the music of – four of the acts: Addie Levy, a 21-year-old artist who now splits her time between her home in Radford and Nashville; A Mighty Friendly Mountain band...

Strolling on Straight Street: Nonprofit helps at-risk youth

September 23, 2023 12:00 - 58 minutes - 40.6 MB

Today Buzz4Good creator Michael Hemphill taking a stroll down Straight Street with two leaders of the Roanoke nonprofit that ministers to teenagers who struggle with a variety of challenges, from broken families and disconnected parents to homelessness, even sex trafficking. Through a variety of ministries, the 25-year-old Straight Street nonprofit provides a positive Christian environment for at-risk youth. We’ll talk with director Keith Farmer and volunteer and development coordinator Stac...

Celebrating Our Inner Goddess with Artemis Journal

September 02, 2023 09:00 - 55 minutes - 38.4 MB

One of the primary objectives today for NASA is sending American women to the Moon. The name of the mission is Artemis. Artemis was the Greek mythological twin sister of Apollo – the mission name for the original moon landings – and the goddess of the Moon. Here on Earth, we’re celebrating on today’s Buzz4Good a different Artemis, but one just as lofty and inspiring: the 45th anniversary of Artemis Journal, which showcases the artists and poetry of the Blue Ridge Mountains and beyond. On Se...

NIL for Good: Nonprofits that benefit from college athletes' name, image, likeness

August 25, 2023 19:00 - 59 minutes - 41.3 MB

Name, Image, Likeness has transformed college sports into the Wild West. But for some passionate Hokie fans, NIL has been incorporated into Virginia Tech's motto of Ut Prosim, That I May Serve, creating one of the most unique platforms in the country: The Hokie Way. Over the last few weeks, Buzz4Good creator Michael Hemphill shared conversations with head football coach Brent Pry, head women’s basketball coach Kenny Brooks, star center Liz Kitley, Sean Pedulla from the men’s basketball tea...

Friendship: Nonprofit senior living communities

August 21, 2023 09:00 - 59 minutes - 41.3 MB

Buzz4Good creator Michael Hemphill introduces a new sponsor to BUZZ whose mission is one that impacts – or will impact – all of us: retirement and growing old. Since 1966, Friendship has provided a friendly, safe, and comfortable place for Roanoke Valley residents to live healthier, fuller lives. Michael talks to Friendship president and CEO Joe Hoff about Friendship’s history and mission in the Roanoke Valley, and its recent acquisition of Richfield Living. They also chat about how the sen...

NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) for Nonprofits

August 11, 2023 09:00 - 59 minutes - 41.3 MB

On today’s show Buzz4Good creator Michael Hemphill presents a treat for all sports fans and, in particular, for those who cheer on the Virginia Tech Hokies.  College football kicks off in a few weeks, but for nonprofits in Southwest Virginia there’s as much enthusiasm for what Virginia Tech’s football players have been doing off the field as they’re on the field achievements. That’s due to The Hokie Way.  The Hokie Way provides NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) deals and money to Hokie student-...

Dying Well: Nonprofit hospice "is not a scary thing"

July 28, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 41.3 MB

Nonprofits are often awarded grants for their work contributing to a community’s quality of life. But how about quality of death? Buzz4Good creator Michael Hemphill features Good Samaritan Hospice, which earlier this month received the largest grant ever given by Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia: $500,000 for the first hospice house in the region. “Hospice is not a scary thing,” says Good Sam CEO Aaron Housch. “Hospice and palliative care is you choosing the way you want you...

Masterpieces: Nonprofits serving individuals with intellectual disabilities

July 21, 2023 18:00 - 1 hour - 41.3 MB

The American Disabilities Act ensures that people with disabilities have access to public facilities in our country.  But for our brothers and sisters with an intellectual disability – those on the autism spectrium, those with Down Syndrome, or a traumatic brain injury – when it comes to ensuring opportunities for meaningful employment, independent living, and a community of enriching relationships, that’s unfortunately left to their families and caregivers. And, thankfully, nonprofits. ...

Buzzing about Juneteenth

June 16, 2023 17:00 - 59 minutes - 41.2 MB

Buzz4Good creator Michael Hemphill celebrates Juneteenth with conversations with Kiana Price Marshall and Abby Hamilton with the United Way of the Roanoke Valley, who are participating in Juneteenth celebrations in Roanoke, Virginia.  And he chats with friend of BUZZ Bruce C. Bryan who, as a middle-aged white guy, talks about why his marketing agency 5Points Creative will be closed Monday in honor of a holiday that celebrates Black American independence in the U.S.

Fighting the Pipeline: Nonprofit activist finds power with POWHR

June 02, 2023 20:00 - 56 minutes - 39.1 MB

Here on Buzz4Good we often feature the nonprofit's mission. But today we focus as much on the life story – and world view – of one particular person who works for a nonprofit, Crystal Mello, a community organizer for Protect Our Water, Heritage, Rights or POWHR, which has been one of the most influential opponents of the Mountain Valley Pipeline (MVP). Buzz4Good creator Michael Hemphill's conversation with Crystal highlights POWHR's fight against MVP, which got national attention this we...

Memorial Day Special: Nonprofits Caring for Veterans

May 27, 2023 01:00 - 1 hour - 41.3 MB

Here on Memorial Day weekend Buzz4Good creator Michael Hemphill features four nonprofits that serve veterans:  Healing Strides of Virginia The Least of These homeless ministry Total Action for Progress Stop Soldier Suicide.  Michael praises the missions of these organizations, which work  each day to help veterans with housing, food, transportation and healing and, in the extreme, from harming themselves. Michael also explores why these nonprofits are needed in a country that claims t...

Ballet is Good Business: The Arts & Economic Development

May 19, 2023 21:00 - 58 minutes - 40.6 MB

What does ballet have to do with big business? That’s the question Buzz4Good creator Michael Hemphill asks in our exploration of the role the Arts play in stimulating a city’s economic development efforts. He talks to Mike Friedlander who leads the Fralin Biomedical Research Intstitue at Virginia Tech; Olivia King, manager of Mast General in downtown Roanoke; Roanoke economic development director Marc Nelson, and many others on today’s show. And we preview the work we’ve been doing on our...

Difference Makers & World Changers: Keeping the flame of idealism alive after graduating college

May 06, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 41.3 MB

College can inspire in its students an idealism and desire to “make a difference in the world.” But here in commencement season, as graduates prepare to walk the stage to receive their diplomas, BUZZ creator Michael Hemphill wonders if they will also take with them the passion and inspiration they found on campus to continue serving, creating and being a change for good? And so today we talk with nonprofit leader Ginny Ayers, whose nonprofit has benefited from college student volunteers, a...

From Greed to Good: How Virginia Tech's unique NIL helps nonprofits

April 28, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 41.2 MB

On today’s show  BUZZ creator Michael Hemphill talks Name, Image and Likeness or NIL, which allows college athletes to earn what is estimated to be more than $1 billion in 2023. NIL has transformed college athletics and created a new world rife with cynicism and greed. But not at Virginia Tech … if The Hokie Way nonprofit has a say. What is The Hokie Way? Listen as Virginia Tech alumnus and superfan Jim Petrine shares how The Hokie Way is transforming NILs into vehicles for positive chang...

Painted Violins: Creative Nonprofit Fundraisers

April 21, 2023 12:00 - 59 minutes - 40.8 MB

Today’s show features the richness of diversity of nonprofits in action. BUZZ creator Michael Hemphill talks to the leaders behind a creative “Painted Violins” fundraiser for Roanoke Symphony’s youth programs: a child abuse prevention event;  and a rock-and-roll festival helping brain injury survivors.  We also provide a sneak listen of our newest BUZZ television show starring Literacy Volunteers of the New River Valley!

Tips for Nonprofit Giving Days

April 08, 2023 01:00 - 1 hour - 41.3 MB

We often relegate nonprofits and our charitable giving to the Christmas season when, perhaps, we ourselves feel more charitable. But the work of nonprofits isn’t confined to just the month of December. It’s year-round. On today’s show, BUZZ creator Michael Hemphill features two upcoming days when you can learn about — and hopefully support — hundreds of nonprofit organizations that are working daily to enhance the quality of life in our community. To talk up GIVE Roanoke on April 19 and G...

Musical Women on a Mission: Alma Ensemble

March 25, 2023 16:00 - 29 minutes - 20.1 MB

We continue to celebrate Women’s History Month today by featuring the Alma Ensemble, a nonprofit musical group created by three women whose mission is to perform and promote music by women who have often been underrepresented in the arts.  Are you a nonprofit with an event that we could help promote? Or a marketing problem we could help fix? Contact us and we’ll share on an upcoming episode. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - FOLLOW US: F A C E B O O K ➜ http://facebook.com/buzz4good​​ I N ...

Are Women Better Nonprofit Leaders?

March 17, 2023 20:00 - 59 minutes - 41.2 MB

Our last Buzz4Good, “Why Women Lead Nonprofits,” was our most popular yet, garnering twice as many downloads as our previous high. On today’s show, BUZZ creator Michael Hemphill digs deeper to explore not only what makes women good nonprofit leaders but, in some cases, what makes them more effective than men. We feature conversations with: Dawn Sandoval, executive director of The Least of These Ministry, which helps the homeless in Roanoke, and preview our 30th episode of our TV show BUZ...

Why Women Lead Nonprofits

March 11, 2023 11:00 - 59 minutes - 41.2 MB

Last time on Buzz4Good we celebrated Women’s History Month by talking with leaders of two giving circles — the Roanoke Women’s Foundation and 100+ Women Who Care NRV — about “Why Women Give.” Today we continue this conversation by talking to women who lead nonprofits to find out about the nature and nurture that inspired their work. BUZZ creator Michael Hemphill talks with: Carol Young of Healing Strides of Virginia  Ginny Ayers, Literacy Volunteers of the New River Valley Jodi Judge, Br...

Women Who Give: Why nonprofit philanthropy is powered by women

February 17, 2023 20:00 - 58 minutes - 39.9 MB

March is Women’s History Month and so on today’s show Buzz4Good creator Michael Hemphill features the work of two women’s philanthropies in Southwest Virginia – the Roanoke Women’s Foundation  and 100+ Women Who Care New River Valley. Collectively, through what are known as giving circles, these two organizations are arguably having the biggest impact on nonprofits in the region. One question in partcular we discuss: what is it about women that make them uniquely suited to creating and sust...

Black History Month: Celebrating nonprofits that promote African American heritage

February 10, 2023 18:00 - 1 hour - 41.2 MB

Here in the midst of Black History Month, Buzz4Good creator Michael Hemphill revisits nonprofit conversations that highlight three distinct yet common experiences involving Black Americans that tells more than just Black history but the history of all Americans in our United States. From the Christiansburg Institute founded in the aftermath of the Civil War to World War II and the famed Tuskegee Airmen to today's Black Father Family Initiative, our special Black History Month show features ...

Corrections to Connections: Nonprofits helping inmate families

January 28, 2023 02:00 - 1 hour - 41.3 MB

Deanna Cox learned too well the financial burden of our country’s correctional system out of her son’s anguished personal story. From $4/minute phone calls, pricey food, snacks and toiletries, the bills rack up quickly for families who want to stay connected, and help, their incarcerated relatives. On today’s Buzz4Good, creator Michael Hemphill shares Deanna’s commitment to helping other families thorough her nonprofit, Inmate Family Assistance of the New River Valley. We also share some ...

Blood Donations & Black American History

January 14, 2023 14:00 - 59 minutes - 40.7 MB

January is both National Blood Donor Month and when we honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. So on today’s Buzz4Good, creator Michael Hemphill features nonprofit organizations celebrating both causes. He chats with the American Red Cross of Southwest Virginia in hopes you’ll be inspired to give the gift of life with the gift of blood. And he buzzes about an upcoming event in February celebrating the Christiansburg Institute as we kick off Black History Month. Learn why you should care about thi...

Could you have helped a Damar Hamlin? Meet the nonprofit Compress & Shock Foundation

January 06, 2023 18:00 - 1 hour - 41.3 MB

On the last Monday Night Football, millions across the country witnessed the horrifying spectacle of Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin suffer cardiac arrest. Saving his life was the quick response of medical professionals on the field who performed CPR and used a defibrillator to shock his heart back into rhythm. On today's Buzz4Good, host Michael Hemphill reshares his conversation with Dr. Karen Perkins of the nonprofit Compress and Shock Foundation so that listeners are better aware and ...

The Legend of the Tuskegee Airmen + Happy New Year

December 30, 2022 21:00 - 35 minutes - 24.3 MB

A found $5 bill in an Iowa field paid for Luther Smith’s first plane ride in the 1930s – a life-changing moment for the Black American teenager that led him to joining the Tuskegee Airmen during World War II. His service inspired his son Gordon Smith to become an expert on the fighter group and speak around the U.S. On today's Buzz4Good, host Michael Hemphill talks with Gordon Smith about his upcoming “Legend of the Tuskegee Airmen” presentation on January 6 at the Harrison Museum of Afric...

Christmas Special: Holiday music from Southwest Virginia nonprofits

December 18, 2022 18:00 - 1 hour - 41.9 MB

Merry Christmas! On today’s show we are featuring the sounds of the season with recent – and a few vintage – holiday recordings by Southwest Virginia nonprofit organizations like: Roanoke Valley Children’s Choir Blacksburg Master Chorale Opera Roanoke Roanoke College Choir And a special treat from Soul Sessions Roanoke.

Sounds of the Season: Nonprofit holiday events - Part 2

December 11, 2022 15:00 - 18 minutes - 12.7 MB

On today’s show we’re still buzzing about the sounds of Christmas! Last week we previewed some holiday performances being produced on by various nonprofits throughout Southwest Virginia. Today we’re featuring Mill Mountain Theatre’s production, Holiday Inn, with an interview with MMT artistic director Ginger Poole! We hope you'll be inspired to attend these events to enhance your holiday spirits … and provide some cheer to these life-giving organzations in return.

Sounds of the Season: Nonprofit holiday events

December 02, 2022 16:00 - 59 minutes - 41.3 MB

Not only is it beginning to look at lot like Christmas … it’s beginning to sound a lot like Christmas as well throughout Southwest Virginia. On today’s Buzz4Good, we highlight some of the nonprofits in our community that have been working hard on their upcoming holiday productions and performances in hopes you will be inspired to attend them to enhance your spirits … and provide some cheer in return to these life-giving organizations. Such as: CommUNITY Arts Reach's Kuzaliwa Nativity Story...

#GivingTuesday tips to maximize nonprofit year-end donations

November 19, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 41.3 MB

On today’s show BUZZ creator Michael Hemphill learns from two marketing experts how nonprofits can get the most out of #GivingTuesday and year-end contributions.  We also showcase the incredible variety of these life-giving and community-building organizations by featuring the likes of: RAMP, a regional accelerator for tech and biotech startups Theatricus Logos’ upcoming holiday production  The Least of These Ministry which helps the homeless And a sneak audio peek into our newest BUZZ ...

#GivingTuesday tips to maximize nonprofit year-end donations

November 19, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 41.3 MB

On today’s show BUZZ creator Michael Hemphill learns from two marketing experts how nonprofits can get the most out of #GivingTuesday and year-end contributions.  We also showcase the incredible variety of these life-giving and community-building organizations by featuring the likes of: RAMP, a regional accelerator for tech and biotech startups Theatricus Logos’ upcoming holiday production  The Least of These Ministry which helps the homeless And a sneak audio peek into our newest BUZZ ...

November 12, 2022 - Making the most of your nonprofit's corporate sponsor

November 11, 2022 19:00 - 30 minutes - 20.7 MB

On today's Buzz4Good, creator Michael Hemphill previews the new "Construction Zone" exhibit at downtown Roanoke's children's museum, Kids Square, and shares lessons learned about engaging corporate sponsors to help fulfill a nonprofit's mission. Don't just ask local businesses for sponsorship dollars. Align your nonprofit's mission with theirs! In creating its newest exhibit, Kids Square relied on the talent and expertise – in addition to funding – of The Branch Group construction firm and ...

October 29, 2022 - Hallowheels & Jamborees: Nonprofit fundraisers that highlight the mission

October 28, 2022 19:00 - 1 hour - 41.2 MB

On today’s show, BUZZ creator Michael Hemphill highlights two incredible fundraising events that not only benefit two equally incredible nonprofits but perfectly showcase their respective missions:  Children’s Assistive Technology Service, whose Hallowheels fundraising kicks off Oct. 29 and runs through Nov. 4.  FRIENDS of the Blue Ridge, which on Nov. 5 is hosting its first ever Blue Ridge Jamboree with a “Doc Watson sat 100” tribute concert featuring guitar greats Wayne Henderson, Jack H...

October 7, 2022 - Compress & Shock: life-saving nonprofits you hope to never use

October 07, 2022 14:00 - 31 minutes - 21.9 MB

On today’s show BUZZ creator Michael Hemphill features a nonprofit whose services we hope you'll never have to use. But in the unfortunate event that you do, the Compress & Shock Foundation gives you the tools and skills to save a life. Here on our first episode of Season 2 of Buzz4Good, listen now to Michael's conversation with Dr. Karen Perkins, Compress & Shock vice director. Are you a nonprofit with an event that we could help promote? Or a marketing problem we could help fix? Contact ...

September 22, 2022 - How to start a nonprofit newspaper: Happy Birthday, Cardinal News!

September 22, 2022 21:00 - 46 minutes - 32 MB

Today's show takes BUZZ creator Michael Hemphill  back to his first job in Virginia when he was a cub reporter at The Roanoke Times. Michael chats and swaps some war stories with his former editor, Dwayne Yancey, who is now the executive editor of Cardinal News, the nonprofit news source for Southwest and Southside Virginia.  On Tuesday, Sept. 27, Cardinal News celebrates its first birthday, so Michael reached out to Dwayne and Cardinal’s executive director Luanne Rife, to learn more about ...

September 19, 2022 - Securing the Corporate Sponsor: A conversation with Freedom First Credit Union

September 19, 2022 11:00 - 30 minutes - 21.2 MB

So many nonprofit leaders who are passionate about their mission get frustrated when they’re unsuccessful attracting businesses to their cause. In today's episode, BUZZ creator Michael Hemphill talks to Steve Hildebrand, Senior Vice President of Marketing and Product Development at Freedom First Credit Union, among the most philanthropic companies in the region. Steve shares the do's and don't's of pitching a corporation, and offers tips to help nonprofits better position themselves to app...

September 15, 2022 - Nonprofits celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month

September 15, 2022 15:00 - 28 minutes - 19.7 MB

We're celebrating the start of Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept. 15 to Oct. 15)  with an interview featuring the founders of Latinas Network, a nonprofit that provides entrepreneurial resources and support for Hispanic women. BUZZ creator Michael Hemphill also chats with Kat Pascal and Iliana Sepulveda about public events happening throughout Southwest Virginia to celebrate Hispanic Heritage, and learns why the celebration spans half of two months. Are you a nonprofit with an event that we ...

September 10, 2022 - Nonprofit Grant-Writing 101

September 09, 2022 18:00 - 59 minutes - 41.2 MB

On today’s show, BUZZ creator Michael Hemphill talks to his good friend and professional grant writer Lori McAnnally, owner of Write On, who provides invaluable grant writing tips and tools to help nonprofits secure vital foundation dollars. Lori recently secured a grant for Buzz4Good to produce two episodes of the TV show BUZZ featuring Saint Francis Service Dogs and West End Center. Also Buzz4Good co-host Carrie Cousins, director of marketing at LeadPoint Digital, offers up a new install...

September 3, 2022 - Saint Francis Service Dogs & Doc Watson revisited

September 02, 2022 18:00 - 1 hour - 41.2 MB

On today's show, BUZZ creator Michael Hemphill previews the next new BUZZ television show starring Saint Francis Service Dogs. And he revisits his recent radio show on the Blue Ridge Jamboree, a fundraising concert for the nonprofit FRIENDS of the Blue Ridge, featuring "Doc Watson at 100" as performed by Wayne Henderson, Jack Lawrence, T. Michael Coleman and Jack Hinshelwood. About BUZZ and Saint Francis Service Dogs: For more than 150 year, Virginians with disabilities, dogs are not onl...

August 20, 2022 - Back to School Special: Nonprofits providing after-school programs

August 20, 2022 20:00 - 1 hour - 41.3 MB

It’s that time of year when millions of children across the U.S. return to school.  On today’s Buzz4Good Back to School special, we feature three nonprofits that provide incredible after school programs that help parents by providing a safe, enriching refuge for their kids while they finish their workdays … and  help children become better students, better leaders, even better filmmakers! Listen to BUZZ creator Michael Hemphill's conversations with Karen Pillis, executive director of West ...

August 6, 2022 - "Doc Watson at 100" and the Blue Ridge Jamboree

August 05, 2022 13:00 - 59 minutes - 41.3 MB

On today’s show, BUZZ creator Michael Hemphill features the music and legend of Doc Watson as an all-star lineup of musicians – Wayne Henderson, Jack Lawrence, T. Michael Coleman and Jack Hinshelwood, joined by East Tennessee State University Appalachian Studies professor Ted Olson – prepare to perform at the first ever Blue Ridge Jamboree in Roanoke, Virginia, on November 5, and Asheville, North Carolina on March 25.  We also introduce you to the nonprofit that has created the Blue Ridge J...

July 30, 2022 - Arts Nonprofits that Heal

July 29, 2022 19:00 - 57 minutes - 39.2 MB

Today’s show features nonprofits that use the arts to help people suffering from psychological, spiritual and physical illnesses. BUZZ creator Michael Hemphill shares portions of his newest PBS TV episode that focuses on “the healing arts” and connects with two of the leading voices involved who helped envision this show: Shaleen Powell, executive director of the Roanoke Cultural Endowment, and Douglas Jackson, Arts & Cultural Coordinator for Roanoke, Virginia.

July 23, 2022 - It's a Jungle Out There: Nonprofits Enhancing Entrepreneurial & Environmental Ecosystems

July 22, 2022 16:00 - 59 minutes - 41.2 MB

On today's show, BUZZ creator Michael Hemphill talks to the leaders of VERGE, the nonprofit that houses the Roanoke Blacksburg Technology Council and RAMP. These organizations help technology entrepreneurs accelerate their startups and grow their businesses. Interestingly, in a tech space traditionally dominated by men, VERGE's leadership is all women. Co-host Carrie Cousins offers marketing tips for membership-based nonprofits like the technology council. We also revisit Mill Mountain Zoo...

July 16, 2022 - Why marketing agencies give to nonprofits

July 15, 2022 19:00 - 59 minutes - 41.2 MB

On today's Buzz4Good, host Michael Hemphill talks with Greg Brock, CEO of Firefli digital marketing agency about the company's launch of Firefli Gives, a grant-based initiative aimed at helping nonprofits in Southwest Virginia thrive online. And proof that nonprofits really do everything in our society, Michael previews these two new episodes of BUZZ television show: Airing July 27 on PBS, BUZZ features arts organizations – including Carilion Clinic, Roanoke Symphony, Taubman Museum, 5 Poi...

Fourth of July Special: Boys & Girls Club & Brain Injury Services

July 01, 2022 19:00 - 1 hour - 41.3 MB

On today's Buzz4Good, host Michael Hemphill celebrates Independence Day with a conversation with former Roanoke City Council member and Boys & Girls Club of Southwest Virginia CEO Michelle Davis. On July 4, the nonprofit hosts its annual fundraiser: Four on the 4th. Michelle shares her reflections from her time on City Council and how it shaped her work today as a nonprofit leader. And she talks about the vital work being done to impact boys and girls for the rest of their lives. Later in ...

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