Episode 159 – YOUCAN Youth Services

On this episode, our correspondent, Danielle Paradis introduces us to Kyle Dubé, the executive director at YOUCAN Youth Services. Kyle tells us how being relentless can make a difference.

YOUCAN helps young people out of harm’s way, and onto a path of economic independence. They do this through a series of programs that empower healthy decision-making.  They also help youth to return to school and enter the work force with training and skill development.

Links:
Learn more abut YOUCAN Youth Services.
Check out their Relentless podcast series.

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Find out how to create an Endowment Fund of your own.
Read the latest on our blog.
See how ECF connects you with Edmonton’s community.
Check out some of the amazing funds our donors have created. 

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Upcoming Student Awards:
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The Well Endowed Podcast is produced by Edmonton Community Foundation. 

Photo by Danielle Paradis.

 

Episode 158 – The Wade Screpnek Speech Therapy Fund

In February 2023, Betty and George Screpnek created a fund to celebrate their son, Wade, on his 50th birthday. It is the Wade Screpnek Speech Therapy Fund, and it will assist families with the cost of accessing speech therapy.

On this episode, we meet Betty Screpnek, donor, and Janet Tryhuba, executive director of Edmonton Down Syndrome Society. They show us how vibrant communities are built  when we support and celebrate each other for who we are.

Links:
Learn more about the Wade Screpnek Speech Therapy Fund.
Connect with Edmonton Down Syndrome Society.
See more resources for people born with down syndrome.

ECF Happenings:
Find out how to create an Endowment Fund of your own.
Read the latest on our blog.
See how ECF connects you with Edmonton’s community.
Check out some of the amazing funds our donors have created. 

ECF Grants:
* Click here to see all ECF Grants. 

Upcoming Student Awards:
* Click here to find details for all of our student awards! 

The Well Endowed Podcast is produced by Edmonton Community Foundation. 

Photo courtesy of Betty, George and Wade Screpnek.

Sound effect: Piano note recorded by Kelsey_w on Freesound.