Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Tarence Wheeler.

Founded a nonprofit in Detroit focused on removing non-academic barriers to education.
- During the pandemic, he helped distribute over **15 million meals** through a partnership with Forgotten Harvest.
- His work is rooted in personal experience: growing up with a mother struggling with addiction and an absent father.
- He credits his success to mentors, coaches, and community members who supported him.

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### 👥 **Youth Advocacy**
- Terrence emphasizes the importance of **adult involvement** in youth success.
- He believes that **every child who shows up to school is already succeeding**, and it’s up to adults to help them cross the finish line.
- His programs are designed to **uplift, mentor, and provide resources** to underserved youth.

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### 🦃 **Annual All-Star Giveback**
- Terrence and NBA great **Derrick Coleman** started the **All-Star Giveback** 27 years ago with 200 turkeys.
- It has grown to include:
  - **3,000 turkeys**
  - **500 chickens**
  - **Socks, belts, rental assistance, and more**
  - **Special deliveries** for seniors, veterans, and disabled individuals
- The event features appearances from celebrities and athletes like:
  - **Gary Payton, Isaiah Thomas, Rick Mahorn, Tim Hardaway, Calvin Johnson, Big Sean**, and more
  - **Governor Gretchen Whitmer** and other local officials also participate

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### 💬 **Key Quotes & Insights**
- “It’s not your conditions, it’s your decision making that determines your destiny.”
- “If I can go from a dope house to the White House, so can you.”
- “If everyone does a little, no one has to do a lot.”

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### 💻 **How to Support**
- **Phone**: (313) 819-0040
- **Website**: TerrenceWheelerFoundation.com *(as mentioned in the script)*
- **Volunteer or donate**: Not just about money—human capital and time are just as valuable.

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### 🧠 **Tone and Style**
- **Inspiring and heartfelt**: Terrence shares deeply personal stories to connect with listeners.
- **Community-focused**: Emphasizes collective action and the power of showing up.
- **Uplifting and motivational**: Encourages listeners to give back and believe in their potential.

 

#STRAW

#SHMS

#BEST

 

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed&nbsp;Tarence Wheeler.
Founded a nonprofit in Detroit focused on removing non-academic barriers to education. - During the pandemic, he helped distribute over **15 million meals** through a partnership with Forgotten Harvest. - His work is rooted in personal experience: growing up with a mother struggling with addiction and an absent father. - He credits his success to mentors, coaches, and community members who supported him.
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### 👥 **Youth Advocacy** - Terrence emphasizes the importance of **adult involvement** in youth success. - He believes that **every child who shows up to school is already succeeding**, and it&rsquo;s up to adults to help them cross the finish line. - His programs are designed to **uplift, mentor, and provide resources** to underserved youth.
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### 🦃 **Annual All-Star Giveback** - Terrence and NBA great **Derrick Coleman** started the **All-Star Giveback** 27 years ago with 200 turkeys. - It has grown to include: &nbsp; - **3,000 turkeys** &nbsp; - **500 chickens** &nbsp; - **Socks, belts, rental assistance, and more** &nbsp; - **Special deliveries** for seniors, veterans, and disabled individuals - The event features appearances from celebrities and athletes like: &nbsp; - **Gary Payton, Isaiah Thomas, Rick Mahorn, Tim Hardaway, Calvin Johnson, Big Sean**, and more &nbsp; - **Governor Gretchen Whitmer** and other local officials also participate
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### 💬 **Key Quotes &amp; Insights** - &ldquo;It&rsquo;s not your conditions, it&rsquo;s your decision making that determines your destiny.&rdquo; - &ldquo;If I can go from a dope house to the White House, so can you.&rdquo; - &ldquo;If everyone does a little, no one has to do a lot.&rdquo;
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### 💻 **How to Support** - **Phone**: (313) 819-0040 - **Website**: TerrenceWheelerFoundation.com *(as mentioned in the script)* - **Volunteer or donate**: Not just about money&mdash;human capital and time are just as valuable.
---
### 🧠 **Tone and Style** - **Inspiring and heartfelt**: Terrence shares deeply personal stories to connect with listeners. - **Community-focused**: Emphasizes collective action and the power of showing up. - **Uplifting and motivational**: Encourages listeners to give back and believe in their potential.
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#STRAW
#SHMS
#BEST
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Hi, this is Rushion McDonald. Welcome to the podcast world of Money Making Conversations Master Class. I interview profits and nonprofits to learn their "Secrets to Success."  I'm a former IBM Executive with a degree in Mathematics. I started my entrepreneurial career as a stand-up comic, then became a sitcom writer, award-winning baker, social media influencer, award-winning television Executive Producer, and brand architect for super-successful celebrities and products. Money Making Conversations Master Class interviews a diverse group of celebrities, entrepreneurs, and influencers in the financial and business community with their advice and tips so you can be successful, too. It's time to stop reading other people's success stories and start building your own. People always talk about their purpose or gifts. If you have a gift, Lead with your Gift, and don't let your friends, family, or co-workers stop you from planning or living your dream. Keep Winning!

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Hi, this is Rushion McDonald. Welcome to the podcast world of Money Making Conversations Master Class. I interview profits and nonprofits to learn their "Secrets to Success."  I'm a former IBM Executive with a degree in Mathematics. I started my entrepreneurial career as a stand-up comic, then became a sitcom writer, award-winning baker, social media influencer, award-winning television Executive Producer, and brand architect for super-successful celebrities and products. Money Making Conversations Master Class interviews a diverse group of celebrities, entrepreneurs, and influencers in the financial and business community with their advice and tips so you can be successful, too. It's time to stop reading other people's success stories and start building your own. People always talk about their purpose or gifts. If you have a gift, Lead with your Gift, and don't let your friends, family, or co-workers stop you from planning or living your dream. Keep Winning!
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Uplift: He overcame a drug abusing mom and founded a nonprofit in Detroit focused on removing non-academic barriers to education.

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