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Hubbard Helps is our locally-produced Public Affairs program that features weekly conversations with Chicago-area officials, experts and organizations all working to make a difference in our community. Hubbard Helps is hosted and produced by Kara Hernandez. Sunday Morning Show Schedule Throwback 100.3 at 5:15 AM 97.1 The Drive at 6:30 AM 101.9 The Mix at 6:45 AM.

Musically Fed works with artists, promoters, management and venues nationwide to donate unused backstage meals to community organizations that feed people facing homelessness, hunger and food insecurity. Musically Fed identifies the opportunities, procures the resources, and coordinates all aspects of food handling, transport, and distribution. Their goal is to make it easy for promoters and performers to leave a lasting impact on each city they visitSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Respiratory Health Association has been a local public health leader since 1906. At that time, tuberculosis was a prominent health threat. As health practices and treatments, medicines, and environmental factors have evolved, so has RHA. Today they’re addressing asthma, COPD, lung cancer, tobacco control and air quality with a comprehensive approachSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In Illinois, an estimated 25,000 homeless youth struggle to meet their most basic needs. Approximately 3,300 children remain in foster care and thousands continue waiting for permanent families. FAH4K provides critical necessities, food, clothing, educational support & life skills opportunities and enriching experiences with one goal: Building Brighter Futures 4 Kids. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Kids Above All was founded in 1894 on the principles of alleviating suffering, eradicating the causes of injustice and facilitating the development of full human potential. They continue that work today by placing the safety, well-being and education of kids above everything else.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The power of music goes beyond entertainment. In hospice care, music therapy can reach people when words no longer come easily, creating moments of connection, calm, and even recognition when families fear those moments are gone. With us this morning to talk more about music therapy and its benefits in hospice care is Cassie Piper.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Many young people face serious, even life-threatening adversity. Abuse. Neglect. Insecure homes and struggling schools. Growing up surrounded by violence, poverty, and lack of opportunity, or lack of stable housing, young people like these need safe harbor. With us this morning to talk more about Mercy Home and the work they are doing for young people in need of support is Mark Schmeltzer, the Director of Communications.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

When Marjorie Guthrie founded Huntington’s Disease Society of America in 1967, her vow was to “do something” about the devastating disease. Huntington’s disease (HD) is a brain disease that is passed down in families from generation to generation. HD causes deterioration in a person’s physical, mental, and emotional abilities, usually during their prime working years, and currently has no cure. With us this morning to talk more about the HDSA and the work they are doing for people living with Huntington’s Disease is Wayne Galasek, Board Member of the Illinois Chapter of the organization. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Miniature therapy horses can create powerful moments of healing, inclusion, and emotional well-being for those interacting with them. Mane in Heaven is bringing those horses all around the Chicagoland area to provide comfort, connection, and joy to those in need. With us this morning to talk more about Mane in Heaven is Dina Morgan, the President of the organization. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention is saving lives and bringing hope to those affected by suicide. On June 13th, they are holding their annual Overnight Walk at Navy Pier to raise funds and spread awareness about suicide prevention. With us this morning to talk more about AFSP and their Overnight Walk is Bob Gebbia, the CEO of the organization.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

National Cancer Survivors Day is June 7th, and Chicago will have their 33rd Annual Cancer Survivors’ Celebration Walk & 5K at Grant Park. It is a day for cancer survivors to connect and celebrate milestones with the friends, family members and medical professionals who supported them along the way. The community celebration is open to everyone whose life has been touched by cancer, regardless of where they were treated. With us this morning to talk more about the Survivors Celebration Walk & 5k is Grace Callihan, Program Administrator for the Education and Development Team, and Erin Donoghue, the Administrative Director of the Education and Development team at the Robert H Lurie Cancer CenterSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.