How Alma Randolph Turned Childhood Poverty Into A Local Mission

We sit down with Alma Randolph Crump to trace how childhood loss and poverty shaped a lifelong commitment to protect families from the quiet humiliations that follow kids into school hallways. Her foundation’s “hand up” approach shows what dignity looks like when a community meets real needs with practical help and steady love.• Alma’s early life in Beaver Dam shaped by faith, loss and welfare support • The lasting shame of poverty signals like the free lunch card • Feeling called in 1993 to build a local mission in Owensboro • The Alma Randolph Charitable Foundation’s growth and back-to-school clothing impact • HUTS Hands Up To Succeed requirements and why “hand up” matters • The hidden basics families often lack like beds, tables and curtains • Referral pathways from shelters and social services for families starting over • Stories of resilience after a home is furnished including kids thriving in school • Community partnerships like Build-A-Bed and why volunteers multiply impact • The case for giving time and talent even without extra money • Owensboro’s nonprofit culture and the Black and White Gala fundraiser • Alma’s legacy focus on faith, humility and serving without judgment https://almarandolphfoundation.org/Send us Fan MailCheck out All Things Owensboro's Facebook!It's been a great episode and I hope you share this with all your Owensboro friends! Thanks for the support and again, if you have questions or guests ideas, send a text!