EPISODE · Feb 23, 2026 · 30 MIN
Empower Hour Episode 8: Donor Spotlight Featuring Community Foundation of the Ozarks
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In this episode of Empower Hour, we highlight one of our community partners and supporters, the Community Foundation of the Ozarks. We are joined by Rachel Tripp, Community Impact Manager, for a donor spotlight conversation.Because of a grant from Community Foundation of the Ozarks, we were able to purchase the podcast equipment that makes Empower Hour possible. This episode recognizes that support and the role local philanthropy plays in strengthening community initiatives.Rachel shares ways people can give back, including donating, serving on grant committees, and supporting efforts that build up local communities. She also discusses the Youth Empowerment Program and the Foundation’s commitment to investing in rural communities, which are the backbone of Missouri.We are grateful for partners who believe in accessibility, community engagement, and amplifying disability voices. This conversation highlights how local philanthropy creates real, tangible impact.
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In this episode of Empower Hour, we highlight one of our community partners and supporters, the Community Foundation of the Ozarks. We are joined by Rachel Tripp, Community Impact Manager, for a donor spotlight conversation.Because of a grant from Community Foundation of the Ozarks, we were able to purchase the podcast equipment that makes Empower Hour possible. This episode recognizes that support and the role local philanthropy plays in strengthening community initiatives.Rachel shares ways people can give back, including donating, serving on grant committees, and supporting efforts that build up local communities. She also discusses the Youth Empowerment Program and the Foundation’s commitment to investing in rural communities, which are the backbone of Missouri.We are grateful for partners who believe in accessibility, community engagement, and amplifying disability voices. This conversation highlights how local philanthropy creates real, tangible impact.
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