Greg Burris builds bridges between seasoned citizens and communities
“So many people over 50 have this treasure trove of experience, wisdom and skills that are going unused,” said Greg. “That’s a tragedy. Through Give 5, we help them find places where their talents matter.”
Gwen Bordon and Amy Goober embrace life, legacy and lessons between generations
Their book is a warm, relatable and often humorous look at the wisdom passed from one generation to the next, and how we can all find the silver linings in life’s journey.
Kate Battistelli finds joy in the ‘after party’ of the empty nest
“When my daughter was gone, it just really hit me hard,” said Kate, “because I didn’t expect how lonely it would be and how without purpose I would feel.”
Angie Clayton feels chosen to tell stories that matter
“Stories connect us,” said Angie. “They teach, they encourage and they help others realize, ‘Oh, it’s not just me.’ And that can be everything.”
Annemarie Deutschmann finds purpose through grief, storytelling and aquaponics
Annemarie’s story, “Rosie Remembers,” was crafted to help families find peace and clarity during one of life’s most difficult chapters.
Pastor Ray Haas finds purpose in helping others to grow spiritually
“I don’t believe in retirement, not when it comes to God’s work,” Ray said. “Retiring financially is one thing, but spiritually, we don’t stop working until the day we die.”
Bill Hennessey inspires others to make retirement an impactful season
Whether it’s helping with a local nonprofit, teaching a young adult how to fish, or hosting meals for people living alone, Bill believes every act of service adds up to a life well-lived.
Linda Sasser helps people make sense of brain health
Linda’s mission became clear: educate people on what’s normal, what’s not and how they can take control of their brain health.
Helicopter veteran Mike Broderick keeps lifting others up
Although he’s no longer climbing into helicopters or chasing clients across time zones, Mike is still flying high through his writing, mentoring and unwavering dedication to the aviation field.
Turning grief into purpose: Mike Tobey’s heavenly mission
“I hope they become more heaven-minded,” said Mike. “I hope they study it, talk about it, anticipate it – and invite others to join them.”