In this episode of Nonprofit Spotlight, we sit down with Kamilah McAfee, President and CEO of Wesley Housing, one of the nation’s top 50 affordable housing developers. With a powerful mission to provide safe, quality, and affordable housing across Virginia and Washington, D.C., Wesley Housing is celebrating 50 years of impact.

Kamilah shares the inspiring history behind the organization’s growth and success, the variety of dedicated housing solutions they offer, and the holistic programs that go beyond housing—from food assistance and seasonal support to after-school care and educational resources for local youth. In 2024 alone, Wesley Housing served over 1,500 families and built more than 850 affordable units, changing lives and strengthening communities.

Kamilah also opens up about the economic and political headwinds the organization faces in today’s housing landscape—and how listeners like you can get involved through volunteering or donations to help sustain their vital work.

Tune in to hear how Wesley Housing is more than a place to live—it's a place to grow, thrive, and belong.

Learn More about Wesley Housing here: https://wesleyhousing.org/

#Affordablehousing #Nonprofitspotlight #WesleyShousing #CommunityDevelopment #SocialImpact

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In this inspiring episode of Nonprofit Spotlight, we sit down with Michelle Connors, the passionate Founder and Executive Director of Rustic Love, a grassroots nonprofit making a powerful impact in Northern Virginia. Michelle shares the heartwarming story of how a simple idea—selling charming, handmade heart signs—blossomed into a vibrant community movement helping fight food insecurity.

With over 100,000 people in the Vienna community facing food insecurity, Rustic Love has become a symbol of hope and support, especially for children in local public schools. Michelle opens up about the organization’s humble beginnings, the creative spark behind the iconic heart signs, and the heartfelt stories of lives changed through their mission.

Discover how you can get involved, donate, or proudly display a Rustic Love heart of your own—and become part of a growing community that’s leading with compassion and action.

Tune in and be inspired to spread love, one heart at a time.

Learn More and Support Rustic Love here: https://rusticlove.org/

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In this episode of Nonprofit Spotlight, we sit down with Monica Springman, Director of Programs, and Tom Powell, Executive Director of Caroline Furnace Lutheran Camp and Retreat Center. Discover what sets this unique summer camp apart—from its deep roots in Lutheran faith to the lasting impact it has on young hearts and minds. We explore how Caroline Furnace blends spiritual growth with a strong commitment to environmental sustainability, and how that mission is reflected in everything from their daily programming to long-term initiatives. Tune in to hear how faith and creation care go hand in hand—and how you can get involved through summer camp sessions, volunteer opportunities, and even exploring their beautiful nature trails.

Learn More about Caroline Furnace on their website: https://www.carolinefurnace.org/

#FaithAndNature #LutheranCampLife #EcoMinistry #CarolineFurnace #YouthFaithFormation

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