How 2 Local Business Owners Fed 600 Families | Buying Local #84

Discover how local entrepreneurs Ryan Holderman and Chris Mastantuono turned a grassroots Thanksgiving food drive into a massive community movement that fed over 3,000 people. In this episode, host Mike Nelson explores the inspiring launch of their brand-new nonprofit, 518 Great, a charity dedicated to providing year-round hope for the community. Tune in to uncover the chaotic logistics behind their massive giving efforts and learn about their upcoming charity Color Run and Back to School backpack drive.Check out Ryan's business, The Gym, 518 at thegym518.com and Chris's ventures at hecarshoppeny.com and requalify360.com. 0:00 Introduction of Chris and Ryan.1:00 Chris’s entrepreneurial background and ventures.2:01 Ryan’s history, background, and The Gym 518.3:24 The origins of the Thanksgiving turkey drive.5:18 Community kids helping assemble the food boxes.6:15 The logistics of organizing tractor-trailers full of food.7:32 Announcing the launch of the 518 Great nonprofit.9:28 Details on the upcoming charity 5K Color Run.10:00 Planning the Back to School backpack initiative.12:00 Navigating the challenges of setting up a new nonprofit.14:34 How busy business owners find the time to help the community.16:49 What to expect at the upcoming Color Run event.18:15 Sourcing massive amounts of food from local stores like Walmart and Hannaford.21:13 Brainstorming future holiday toy drives and parades.23:59 The mission to help families year-round beyond the holidays.25:02 Final thoughts and how viewers can get involved.Discover more Buying LocalWebsite: buyinglocal.usFacebook: facebook.com/buyinglocalny Instagram: instagram.com/buyinglocalny Twitter: x.com/buyinglocalny LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/buyinglocal#BuyingLocal #518Great #CommunitySupport #LocalBusiness #CharityRun