The wonderful people at Seedleaf take on a nontraditional approach to ending hunger. “The purpose of Seedleaf is to increase the amount, affordability, nutritional value, and sustainability of food available to people at risk of hunger in central Kentucky.” Through various activities Seedleaf is making great strides in ending hunger throughout the community of Lexington.

The racing industry has endured a great deal of criticism throughout its time. Industry leaders in the 1980’s decided that effort must be put forth to both increase the professionalism and integrity of racing.

Einstein once said, “Only a life lived for others is a life worth while.” The wonderful people at Surgery on Sunday give a whole new life to Einstein’s quote. Dr. Andrew Moore and his fabulous team of volunteers provide essential outpatient surgical services for free to those in need. And guess what?! You can become involved too!..

Breast cancer virtually touches everyone with the astonishing statistic of 1 in 8 women being diagnosed sometime in their lives. Vicki Blevins the Executive Director and co-founder of Kentucky Pink Connection took the time to speak with us and tell KY Pink Connection’s story and the different ways you can become involved in winning the battle against breast cancer. Vicki Blevins an electrifying woman began her breast cancer patient advocacy many years ago. As an avid runner and a woman she and her two close friends felt the emotionally..

Blue Grass Community Foundation (BGCF) is a nonprofit corporation that promotes charitable giving and community engagement by connecting community members with causes they are interested in donating to. Lisa Adkins, president and CEO, said anyone can get involved such as individuals, families, organizations, nonprofits and businesses. BGCF provides donors with philanthropic guidance and support while keeping donations organized and efficient...

Central Kentucky Radio Eye brings the world of print to those who unable to access printed words. This Radio Reading Service is accessible with a pre-tuned CKRE radio or on basic cable channel 97. A pre-tuned CKRE radio allows listeners to hear the readings of newspapers, magazines, health materials, grocery ads and many more all day, every day...

International Book Project (IBP) is a nonprofit organization that promotes worldwide literacy by providing hundreds of thousands of books each year to areas in need of reading material. Rachel Lewis, executive director, said IBP ships a variety of donated books to other countries, such as Central America, Africa, Asia and Eastern Europe, as well as local regions like Appalachia Kentucky..

Lexington Habitat for Humanity provides affordable housing to those in need by partnering families with sponsors and volunteers who work together to build safe homes in the community. The organization operates by collecting various donated household items, such as couches, refrigerators and carpet, to sell to the public in their ReStore...

We have all seen the heart wrenching animal cruelty commercials and felt the impulse to help. Thanks to the Lexington Humane Society who has a mission “to advocate the compassionate treatment of animals; educate the community on responsible, lifelong pet ownership; and promote adoption as the best option when searching for a new pet”, you can help! This non-profit humane agency relies completely on private donations and community support for not only monetary donations and adoptions, but also through various activities.

The great writer Dr. Seuss once said, “Unless someone like you cares a whole lot, nothing is going to get better. It’s not.” In about ten minutes YOU could care a whole lot and save as many as 3 lives. How? It’s easy, give blood at the Kentucky Blood Center. The Kentucky Blood Center is based right here in Lexington and is proud to be one of the largest recruiters of volunteers in central and eastern Kentucky. The volunteers of the Kentucky Blood Center serve a wide variety of needs that range from a blood drive coordinator to a hospital service driver like John whom you get the privilege of meeting in our live interview.