(00 - 14:58) Chris von Ahnen joins Marcy to talk about what's happening at the Deutsch Institute. The executive director discusses what the nonprofit is, how it works, an exciting move and upgrade to Scranton's Robinson Park and a champagne brunch fundraiser coming up on May 17th at the Waldorf Park Social Club! The Deutsch Institute works to develop and expand resources and opportunities within the region in order to improve health and well being for persons with special needs. It was founded in 1979, and includes the Verve Vertu art studio in Dallas.

(14:59 - 30) The Ronald McDonald House has been a staple in the community for decades, and Rich Bradshaw joins the show once again to fill listeners in on all the amazing things happening during the month of May! The Ronald McDonald House of Scranton provides a place of rest and care for families whose children and battling serious illness in area hospitals free of charge. They have since expanded into Allied Services of Scranton, creating "Family Rooms" so families don't have to stray far from their children. The nonprofit starts off the month of May by kicking off a newly revamped brand reveal on the 15th to coincide with their 40th anniversary. The organization has also partnered with Mariotti Building Products for a special raffle, where one lucky winner will receive a $30,000 dream kitchen makeover! These events help fuel the nonprofit, who is always looking for donated supplies and volunteers to assist with keeping the Scranton House and family rooms fully stocked with everything a family away from home could need. Learn more www.rmhscranton.org.