Summary
Shonda Johnson, founder of the Rick Miller Foundation, Inc., shares her journey of creating a foundation to alleviate hunger and support those in need. Growing up in a generous household, Shonda was inspired by her father's commitment to helping others. After witnessing the need for food among college students, Shonda started the foundation to ensure that no one's quality of life is compromised by the quality of food they can afford. She balances her full-time job as a crime victim advocate with her work at the foundation, driven by her passion to make a difference. Shonda's future goals include expanding the foundation's reach and establishing a 24-hour warehouse to provide food and resources to those in need.
Takeaways
Generosity and compassion can be instilled from a young age, shaping a person's desire to help others.
Hunger should not limit or compromise a person's quality of life.
Balancing a full-time job with a passion for helping others requires dedication and support.
Providing resources and support to those in need can have a profound impact on their lives.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Shonda Johnson and the Rick Miller Foundation
13:22 Shonda's upbringing and inspiration from her father
18:05 Shonda's desire to help others and become a teacher
21:16 Shonda's father's impact on the community
23:12 The moment that sparked Shonda's full-time commitment to helping others
25:06 The impact of hunger on children's education
26:33 Shonda's day job as a crime victim advocate
28:30 Finding time for self-care and rejuvenation
31:55 Securing donations and distributing them to those in need
34:12 Future goals for the Rick Miller Foundation
43:44 The impact of the Rick Miller Foundation's work
48:30 Closing remarks and well wishes
