This week on The Ripple Effect Podcast, host Jessica Ausbrook and Kim Graves from Solidarity Community Federal Credit Union and co-host Kim Graves welcome a very special guest: Kevin Smith from the Kokomo Rescue Mission! Kevin shares huge news on their "Engage" project and new facility: More Beds: The men's shelter is expanding from 65 to over 100, finally ending the waiting list. New Center: The Engagement Center is launching to connect residents with partners (including Solidarity for financial literacy!) to help them step out of poverty. Holiday Cheer: Hear about their massive Thanksgiving Feast and the multi-county Red Ribbon Christmas program. Plus, hear about the Mission's massive Thanksgiving Feast and the heartwarming Red Ribbon Christmas program! Kevin shares how volunteering can be a deeply personal, life-changing experience. #therippleeffectpodcast #kokomoindiana #solidaritycommunityfcu #kokomorescuemision

This week on The Ripple Effect Podcast, hosts Jessica Ausbrook and Kim Graves from Solidarity Community Federal Credit Union welcome Jeremy Leazenby-Bruce "Mr. LB" from Kokomo Curtain Call for a deep dive into the world of local theater and its community impact. He shares how Curtain Call has been transforming lives for 25 years by building confidence, creating lifelong friendships, and giving kids and adults a place to belong. From family-focused productions to youth mentorship, volunteer opportunities, and real stories of growth and healing through the arts, this episode highlights how theater is more than performance; it is community, connection, and purpose. #therippleeffectpodcast #kokomoindiana #solidaritycommunityfcu #kokomocurtaincall