{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Ask A Kansan","title":"Service and Passion: Abel Frederic on Strengthening Kansas | Giving Kansas","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/036a5849\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":4596,"description":"\nWhat does it take to turn a personal journey into a force for community change? Today’s conversation explores the inspiring story of Abel Frederic, Vice President of Community Impact at United Way of the Plains. From his roots as the son of Haitian immigrants to his leadership in Kansas, Abel shares how service, collaboration, and innovation can transform lives and communities. You’ll hear about the power of literacy, the challenges of homelessness, and the importance of supporting local nonprofits. Also, you’ll get a glimpse into Kansas’s vibrant art scene and some unexpected shoutouts along the way.\n\nHighlights\n\n\nAbel Frederic’s journey from South Florida to Kansas and his path to community leadership\nThe influence of Abel’s immigrant family and the American dream\nHow United Way of the Plains supports nonprofits and provides direct services\nThe impact of Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library on early childhood literacy\nBehind the scenes of the Give Items of Value Warehouse and the 2-1-1 call center\nAddressing homelessness through the Continuum of Care program\nThe importance of collaboration over competition in nonprofit work\nInnovative approaches to philanthropy and community impact\nSpotlight on Kansas artist Lester Raymer and the Red Barn Studio\nReflections on technology, community, and the future of Kansas\n\nChapters\n\n00:00 — Introduction & Nathan Pyle’s Illustrations\n01:30 — Guest Introduction: Abel Frederic\n03:27 — Abel’s Journey to Kansas\n05:01 — Career and Community Impact\n12:00 — United Way’s Role and Services\n21:05 — Leadership Kansas Experience\n26:35 — Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library\n31:29 — Give Items of Value Warehouse & 2-1-1 Call Center\n37:41 — Using Data to Support Nonprofit Partners\n39:00 — Continuum of Care (COC) Program & Homelessness\n45:13 — Community Partnerships & Success Stories\n50:30 — Balancing Planning and Execution in Nonprofits\n53:30 — Innovative Approaches in Nonprofit Work\n61:25 — Encouraging Community Support and Participation\n61:45...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/31uDhQmE-73zaqpWjXtwnyYffNMsUnDPiL6GtjTddEQ/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9mNzBm/YzFkNDBkODVjNGM2/MzMwMGViYjhmZTY4/Nzc0Mi5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}