The Restoration Project: Giving Hope & Building Connection in Wilmington

South Bay Buzz with Megan Lebre is back from summer break! In today's episode, Megan Lebre interviews Kevin Wallner, the founder of The Restoration Project. Kevin shares his inspiring journey of serving the unhoused community in Wilmington for nearly a decade, which stemmed from a childhood experience of serving dinner at a homeless shelter. Kevin explains the mission and impact of The Restoration Project, which includes monthly community events and a new mobile resource unit to provide support directly to those in need. The discussion delves into the misconceptions surrounding the unhoused, the power of community, and the simple yet profound ways we can all make a difference. Join us as we explore the transformative power of compassion and service.00:00 Introduction and Welcome00:42 Meet Kevin Wallner: Founder of The Restoration Project01:36 The Mission and Impact of The Restoration Project02:39 Personal Experiences and Emotional Moments04:27 Understanding the Unhoused Community06:33 Challenges and Successes in Wilmington17:11 Daily Operations and Mobile Resource Unit20:14 Stories of Hope and Resilience23:48 Final Thoughts and How to Get InvolvedFor more information and to get involved with The Restoration Project, please visit https://therestorationproject.org/. Thank you to the South Bay Buzz with Megan Lebre podcast sponsor, Orange Door Spaces! Visit Orange Door Spaces in the South Bay Galleria and their website at orangedoorspaces.com.