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”Everyday Heroes: A Kandid Chat w/ Katina Holliday Founder of Hollidays Helping Hands”
On this “Everyday Hero Spotlight episode, The Kandid Shop welcomes Katina Holliday, the Founder and CEO of Holliday's Helping Hands, an organization that provides interim housing and wraparound services to people experiencing homelessness in the LA County area. Katina shares her personal experience with homelessness via her father, as well as statistics about homelessness in the United States- there are roughly 582,462 people experiencing homelessness or 18 out of every 10,000 people.
Holliday's Helping Hands takes a "hand- up" approach, providing love and support to those in need. This organization allows families to stay together, including same-sex parents and mothers and daughters and single father’s in a “home” not a warehouse-like shelter. The organization also operates a recuperative care facility for individuals who have been discharged from hospitals but still need medical care.
One of the organization's key programs is a 12-week life skills training program for homeless individuals. The program focuses on teaching skills such as money management, budgeting, opening a bank account, professionalism, completing job applications, writing resumes, and interviewing. The goal is to equip individuals with the necessary skills to secure and maintain employment. The program also includes hands-on training in retail services and landscaping and maintenance. The retail services program teaches customer service skills, while the landscaping and maintenance program teaches the necessary skills for those fields. The organization plans to expand the program to include a catering service, which will provide certification for those who love to cook. The program is part of the organization's holistic approach to addressing homelessness, which includes providing counseling services, mental health services, nursing staff, and specialized meals for individuals with chronic health issues. The program is designed to help reduce homelessness and assist individuals on their journey to finding permanent housing.
Katina & Holliday's Helping Hands are committed to helping families and individuals experiencing homelessness by providing them with the support and resources they need to achieve self-sufficiency and a better quality of life.
Guest Contact Info:
https://hollidayshh.org/
https://instagram.com/hollidayshelpinghands?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=
https://www.facebook.com/HollidaysHH
About Katina Holliday:
From the time she was a little girl growing up in Aberdeen, Mississippi, Katina Holliday knew she wanted to help people. How exactly? She didn’t quite know. Never in her wildest dreams, though, could she ever have imagined running one of Southern California’s most successful, minority-led companies dedicated to serving society's “forgotten populations.”As founder of Holliday’s Helping Hands (HHH), Miss Holliday is transforming the lives of both homeless and pregnant women recently released from the penal system who are taking their first steps to reenter society. Through her specialized programs, HHH is helping give them newfound purpose. But that’s not all her faith-based company does. In fact, it was her ability to adapt to the needs of the communities she serves that led her to answer a call from the Department of Human Services. The agency sought to ease the pressure exerted on our overburdened hospitals caused by the high numbers of COVID patients. Miss Holliday worked closely with the County of Los Angeles to reinvent motels and hotels in communities with the greatest need into makeshift hospitals to accommodate the overflow.To get a glimpse of what Miss Holliday is all about, one need only retrace her upbringing. Born into a warm, caring and religious family, she was one of two
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May 26, 2023
Artist Spotlight: Rick DellaRatta & Jazz For Peace
On this episode, I am shining a very special artist spotlight on Rick DellaRatta, Jazz singer/pianist & Founder of Jazz for Peace, an organization that provides empowerment, grant sustainable funding, and advocacy for nonprofits, artists, and all outstanding causes worldwide to enable them to be more productive and successful.
Key Takeaways
* Rick's passion for music ignited at a young age, fueling his desire to bring joy through his musical talents.
* Jazz for Peace originated as a response to 9/11, aiming to bridge divides and connect people through the power of music.
* The concept started with a poem, later transformed into a musical composition, resonating with audiences and receiving positive feedback.
* Jazz for Peace expanded from local concerts to a global organization, including initiatives like providing musical instruments to underprivileged children and promoting music in schools.
* The conversation stresses the importance of preserving rights and taking action through platforms like music before it's too late.
* Rick's journey emphasizes adaptability and seizing opportunities for personal and professional growth.
* Rick's words and quotes gained popularity, demonstrating the impact of genuine expressions of creativity.
* When we fill our souls up with creativity, artistry and intelligence ...we have a better chance at avoiding the behavior that leads to destruction. Rick DellaRatta
* Jazz for Peace unites individuals from diverse backgrounds, showcasing music's power to foster positive change and bring people together.
* The conversation highlights music's ability to ignite passion, inspire personal growth, and transcend cultural and religious boundaries.
Guest Contact Info
https://www.rickdellaratta.com/
https://jazzforpeace.org/
About My Guest
Rick DellaRatta, the acclaimed jazz singer/pianist and founder of Jazz for Peace, has made an indelible mark on the music world with his extraordinary achievements. Considered "One of the most significant cultural events of our time," Jazz for Peace has earned a reputation as one of the world's greatest jazz acts.
* Here are six unprecedented achievements in Rick DellaRatta's jazz journey:
* UNITED NATIONS CONCERT: In a groundbreaking moment, Rick DellaRatta and Jazz for Peace performed at the United Nations Headquarters, leading an international band of jazz musicians from diverse backgrounds. This historic event played a pivotal role in world history, bridging divides through the universal language of music.
* UNITING WORLD LEADERS: The Benefit Concert Series organized by Jazz for Peace has garnered support from more world leaders and prestigious supporters than any other musical event in history. This exceptional achievement underscores the power of jazz to unite people and promote positive change.
* UNPRECEDENTED FUNDING FOR OVER 850 OUTSTANDING CAUSES: Through the Benefit Concert Series, Jazz for Peace has provided unprecedented funding and support to over 850 outstanding causes worldwide. This remarkable contribution has solidified Jazz for Peace as the most significant cultural event of our time, showcasing the transformative power of jazz.
* HELPING CHILDREN: Rick DellaRatta's commitment to helping children extends through the Education Series & Instrument Donation Program. By using Jazz for Peace as a platform, he advocates for musicians' rights and promotes the importance of music education for future generations.
* UNPRECEDENTED MUSICAL PERFORMANCE: Rick's musical prowess is unparalleled, combining mesmerizing vocals in English and Portuguese with virtuoso piano playing and outstanding compositions. His ability to seamlessly blend Latin and Brazilian rhythms has captivated audiences worldwide, solidifying him as one of the most unique and exciting performers in the music industry.
* SUCCESSFULLY BRINGING JAZZ TO NEW AUDIENCES: Rick DellaRatta has successfully introduced the art form of jazz to people who may have never experienced it before. His performances have broken barriers and expanded the reach of jazz, ensuring its enduring relevance in the modern music landscape.
From performing with legendary artists like Dizzy Gillespie to earning comparisons to jazz icons such as Chick Corea and Billie Holiday, Rick DellaRatta's talent as a singer, pianist, and composer knows no bounds. His ongoing "Rick DellaRatta and Jazz for Peace World Tour" has brought him to prestigious venues across the globe, including historic performances in the US, Europe, Africa, and Brazil.
Rick's landmark Jazz for Peace concert at the United Nations continues to inspire and make a lasting impact. Supported and praised by prominent figures like President Barack Obama, Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, and many others, Jazz for Peace has raised funds, awareness, and publicity for over 700 non-profit organizations. Rick's philanthropic efforts have placed him alongside esteemed musicians like Bono, Elton John, Peter Gabriel, and Sting, recognized as top musician philanthropists of our time by The Foundation Center.
Rick DellaRatta's journey embodies the transformative power of jazz, showcasing its ability to bridge divides, uplift communities, and bring people together through the art form of music.
Intro Music: "Welcome To The Kandid Shop" by Anthony Nelson aka BUSS
https://music.apple.com/us/artist/buss/252316338
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May 19, 2023
Author Spotlight: New York Times & International bestselling Author of ”A Child Called It”, Dave Pelzer
In this episode, I am thrilled to shine a very special Author Spotlight on National Jefferson Award recipient and New York Times & International bestselling author of "A Child Called It" and "Return to the River: Reflections of Life Choices during a Pandemic," Dave Pelzer. We chatted about overcoming hardships, resilience and living in gratitude.
Key Takeaways
● Dave Pelzer emphasizes the importance of not giving up and striving for greatness. ● "Return to the River" is a haunting love story that explores loss and the effects of the pandemic. ● Dave Pelzer's childhood abuse as told in his book "A Child Called It," gave him the desire to live a life of service that emphasizes the importance of kindness, manners, and making a positive impact. ● Giving advice is easy, but applying it to your own life is challenging. ● Reflecting on your past actions and taking inventory of what you did right and wrong is important. ● Life is about movement and taking action to make your life better. ● Resilience is crucial, and it means accepting your situation, finding ways to overcome challenges, and never giving up. ● Resilience is about standing up for something and not falling victim to circumstances. ● Life's challenges are temporary, and it's important to focus on the present and make the most of it.
Dave's Contact Info:
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Dave-Pelzer/120306964692233 http://www.youtube.com/user/davepelzerofficial https://www.davepelzer.com/
About My Guest:
Dave Pelzer is an extraordinary individual who has achieved remarkable success as an author. He has reached great heights, becoming a #1 New York Times bestselling author and a #1 international bestseller. Additionally, Dave has been recognized for his exceptional contributions and was honored as a recipient of The National Jefferson Award.
Dave's journey is truly inspiring, embodying the spirit of Esprit: Spirit, Humor & Wit. Despite enduring severe abuse in his childhood, his resilience propelled him to overcome life-threatening obstacles. For over 25 years, Dave's inspirational work has touched the lives of countless organizations and individuals, motivating them to remain steadfast in their convictions and personal growth.
Dave Pelzer is a living testament to the power of perseverance and self-determination. His unique perspective on life, coupled with his wit and sense of humor reminiscent of Robin Williams, captivates and motivates others to conquer any challenge. Dave's life's work has been dedicated to helping others help themselves, making him a truly remarkable individual.
Intro Music: "Welcome To The Kandid Shop" by: Anthony Nelson aka BUSS
https://music.apple.com/us/artist/buss/252316338
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