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EPISODE · Sep 10, 2025 · 34 MIN

Sarah Wilkinson - CCP 106

from Community Cares · host Dave McLaughlin

Join hosts Chaplain Chaz Blackburn and Dave McLaughlin as they sit down with the remarkable Sarah Wilkinson, a true force for change in the Reno-Sparks community. As Executive Director and founder of Carolynn's Children & Family Foundation, Sarah shares her deeply personal journey that began when her daughter was diagnosed with epilepsy in 2021. This life-changing experience opened her eyes to the overwhelming challenges faced by families with children who have disabilities, inspiring her to create a compassionate network where no family feels like they're drowning alone.In this heartfelt conversation, Sarah discusses how her foundation provides comprehensive resources, advocacy, and educational support to empower children with disabilities and their families throughout Northern Nevada. But Sarah's community impact doesn't stop there - she also co-founded Compassionate Business Networking, a monthly gathering that brings together Reno business professionals while highlighting local charities and their missions.With her background spanning aviation, business development with Tuebor Security Network, and student pilot training, Sarah brings a unique perspective to nonprofit leadership. She's also the CEO of Wilkinson Growth Partners, providing outsourced business development solutions, proving that you can build successful businesses while making a meaningful difference in your community.This episode is packed with inspiration for anyone looking to turn their personal challenges into purpose-driven action, whether you're a parent navigating difficult circumstances, an entrepreneur wanting to give back, or simply someone seeking ways to create positive change in Northern Nevada.carolynnfoundation.orggetclothes.org**#CommunityCaresReno #CarolynnFoundation #EpilepsyAwareness #ChildrenWithDisabilities #RenoNonprofits #CommunitySupport #DisabilityAdvocacy #FamilySupport #NorthernNevada #CompassionateNetworking #EntrepreneurialGiving #TurningChallengesIntoPurpose #RenoSparks #NonprofitLeadership #CmunityImpact

Join hosts Chaplain Chaz Blackburn and Dave McLaughlin as they sit down with the remarkable Sarah Wilkinson, a true force for change in the Reno-Sparks community. As Executive Director and founder of Carolynn's Children & Family Foundation, Sarah shares her deeply personal journey that began when her daughter was diagnosed with epilepsy in 2021. This life-changing experience opened her eyes to the overwhelming challenges faced by families with children who have disabilities, inspiring her to create a compassionate network where no family feels like they're drowning alone.In this heartfelt conversation, Sarah discusses how her foundation provides comprehensive resources, advocacy, and educational support to empower children with disabilities and their families throughout Northern Nevada. But Sarah's community impact doesn't stop there - she also co-founded Compassionate Business Networking, a monthly gathering that brings together Reno business professionals while highlighting local charities and their missions.With her background spanning aviation, business development with Tuebor Security Network, and student pilot training, Sarah brings a unique perspective to nonprofit leadership. She's also the CEO of Wilkinson Growth Partners, providing outsourced business development solutions, proving that you can build successful businesses while making a meaningful difference in your community.This episode is packed with inspiration for anyone looking to turn their personal challenges into purpose-driven action, whether you're a parent navigating difficult circumstances, an entrepreneur wanting to give back, or simply someone seeking ways to create positive change in Northern Nevada.carolynnfoundation.orggetclothes.org**#CommunityCaresReno #CarolynnFoundation #EpilepsyAwareness #ChildrenWithDisabilities #RenoNonprofits #CommunitySupport #DisabilityAdvocacy #FamilySupport #NorthernNevada #CompassionateNetworking #EntrepreneurialGiving #TurningChallengesIntoPurpose #RenoSparks #NonprofitLeadership #CmunityImpact

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