S2 Ep1797: GOOD DEEDS Hypatia Collaborative's Bradley Nabours & The Packs of Love Foundation

In this episode of Hypatia Collaborative's GOOD DEEDS, host Bradley Nabours introduces us to Sapheria Emani Samuels, founder and executive director of the The Packs of Love Foundation, Inc. This 501c3 Non-Profit organization tackling the decline of self-esteem, sense of belonging, and sense of security amongst kids in the foster care system. They provide consistent care packages of encouragement, resources and essentials, designed to IMPACT the way kids in foster care reach self-actualization and feel the gift of L.O.V.EThe Packs of Love Foundation, founded in 2022 by Sapheria Emani Samuels, is a St. Petersburg-based nonprofit dedicated to supporting teenagers in the foster care system. They provide duffle bags filled with personal hygiene products, toiletries, and, in 2026, started offering life skills classes and prom experiences to promote normalcy.  Follow them on social.Key Details About Packs of Love Foundation Mission: To provide essential items and support to foster care youth, helping them feel seen and valued. Impact: Over 420 duffle bags filled with items like shampoo, toothpaste, and deodorant have been delivered to local group homes. Expansion: Supported by a 2025 capacity-building grant, the organization is expanding to include life skills classes covering topics like financial literacy and stress reduction. Support: They are supported by community partnerships, including the Foundation for a Healthy St. Petersburg, and accept donations to create these care packages #sapheriaemanjsamuels #packsoflovefoundation #hypatiacollaborative #fostercare #lifeskills #stressreduction #non-profit #bradleynabours #stpete #stpetefl  #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #cityofstpete  #dtsp #downtownstpete