Karen Koenig first volunteered for the Kentucky Humane Society 22 years ago. Today she serves as vice president of animal welfare, leading the society’s mission of championing companion animals and the people who love them. Karen and her team are working to create … [Read more...] about Meet The Animal Advocate
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Sharing The Gift Of Reading
You may have seen Little Free Libraries dotting neighborhoods throughout the city. These colorfully decorated, tiny houses on stilts are filled with books, making the joy of reading more accessible for everyone in our community. Started in 2009 by Todd Bol of Hudson, … [Read more...] about Sharing The Gift Of Reading
Reading At The Racetrack: Volunteering On The Backside
For horseracing fan Clyde Coatney, the Backside Learning Center offered the perfect opportunity for him to give something back to a community he loves. Located on Oakdale Avenue, just steps from Churchill Downs, the Backside Learning Center provides educational resources and … [Read more...] about Reading At The Racetrack: Volunteering On The Backside
Stitching Together For A Cause
If you hear the term “sewing society,” you might visualize a small circle of three or four demure women of the Victorian era, quietly stitching in front of a fireplace. That image may have been a somewhat accurate picture of the St. Joseph Children’s Home Sewing Society back when … [Read more...] about Stitching Together For A Cause
A Safe Place In A Tough Time
Michelle Robinson says her Catholic upbringing taught her the importance of giving back and helping those in need. Her parents — a nurse and a doctor — led by example, giving their time to serve others in their community. Michelle even chose a career in nursing because of her … [Read more...] about A Safe Place In A Tough Time