Patti Luttrell was starting a great career as a pediatric nurse when she overheard a family in the hospital who had just lost their young daughter to cancer. In the midst of their heart-wrenching grief, they were also burdened by not having the gas money to make the two-hour drive back to their home.

She started thinking about all the ways families whose children were dealing with cancer struggled with financial needs. Then in 2005, using proceeds from a garage sale and her daughter Jenny’s vision to host a fashion show, the Children’s Cancer Network started in earnest. 

Today, CCN is a $1.4 million philanthropic organization benefiting Arizona cancer families on a daily basis. The nonprofit provides everything from gas and grocery cards to wigs, health and wellness activities, adopt-a-family programs, college scholarships, networking opportunities, support programs, and more.

Click here to learn more about the Children’s Cancer Network: www.childrenscancernetwork.org

Original air date: October 17, 2024.

Patti Luttrell was starting a great career as a pediatric nurse when she overheard a family in the hospital who had just lost their young daughter to cancer. In the midst of their heart-wrenching grief, they were also burdened by not having the gas money to make the two-hour drive back to their home.
She started thinking about all the ways families whose children were dealing with cancer struggled with financial needs. Then in 2005, using proceeds from a garage sale and her daughter Jenny’s vision to host a fashion show, the Children’s Cancer Network started in earnest. 
Today, CCN is a $1.4 million philanthropic organization benefiting Arizona cancer families on a daily basis. The nonprofit provides everything from gas and grocery cards to wigs, health and wellness activities, adopt-a-family programs, college scholarships, networking opportunities, support programs, and more.
Click here to learn more about the Children’s Cancer Network: <a href="http://www.childrenscancernetwork.org">www.childrenscancernetwork.org</a>
Original air date: October 17, 2024.

The Rescuers radio show provides an opportunity to spotlight people who are working behind the scenes to make this world a better place. These people serve as inspiration and idea starters to encourage others to find creative ways to impact their community, their city, and the world.

Host Art Brooks has spent his career in broadcasting, both as on-air talent and in representing the industry as president and CEO of the Arizona Broadcasters Association for nearly 30 years. He was the driving force behind an Emmy-winning series of documentaries on drug abuse that combined a phone bank of 100 seasoned counselors and history-making "roadblock," as every TV station in Arizona and many radio stations broadcast the groundbreaking show on the same day at the same time. He also was instrumental in starting AZ AMBER Alert (one of two states in the nation where broadcasters initiated the program), helped form the Native American Broadcast Institute at Northern Arizona University and consulted with broadcasters in Bulgaria to help build commercial radio as the country was coming out of communism.

Rescuers airs 5:30-6 p.m. AZ time Thursdays on KPXQ-AM Faith Talk 1360, beginning May 7, 2020. Based in Phoenix, it is available internationally online. We invite you to submit names of heroes you think would be good subjects for the show - just message us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/rescuersradioshow/

The Rescuers radio show provides an opportunity to spotlight people who are working behind the scenes to make this world a better place. These people serve as inspiration and idea starters to encourage others to find creative ways to impact their community, their city, and the world. Host Art Brooks has spent his career in broadcasting, both as on-air talent and in representing the industry as president and CEO of the Arizona Broadcasters Association for nearly 30 years. He was the driving force behind an Emmy-winning series of documentaries on drug abuse that combined a phone bank of 100 seasoned counselors and history-making "roadblock," as every TV station in Arizona and many radio stations broadcast the groundbreaking show on the same day at the same time. He also was instrumental in starting AZ AMBER Alert (one of two states in the nation where broadcasters initiated the program), helped form the Native American Broadcast Institute at Northern Arizona University and consulted with broadcasters in Bulgaria to help build commercial radio as the country was coming out of communism. Rescuers airs 5:30-6 p.m. AZ time Thursdays on KPXQ-AM Faith Talk 1360, beginning May 7, 2020. Based in Phoenix, it is available internationally online. We invite you to submit names of heroes you think would be good subjects for the show - just message us on Facebook at <a href="https://www.facebook.com/rescuersradioshow/">https://www.facebook.com/rescuersradioshow/</a>

Rescuers radio show

Great feel good program with insightful guests highlighting our unsung heroes helping in our communities.

Great feel good program with insightful guests highlighting our unsung heroes helping in our communities.

Rescuers

Hope for Cancer Warriors  - Patti Luttrell

Every life matters. Yet once every 11 minutes, someone in the U.S. takes their own life.

As president of the board of directors for the Arizona Suicide Prevention Coalition, Nikki Kontz leads the charge in providing resources and education to support individuals, families, and communities impacted by suicide. The organization is comprised of a diverse group of mental health leaders, educators, healthcare professionals, survivors, and concerned citizens, all committed to making a positive impact on suicide prevention.

Nikki has dedicated her life to saving the lives of others. Starting as a teen peer counselor during high school, this has been her calling and her mission.

Click here to learn more about The Arizona Suicide Prevention Coalition: https://www.azspc.org/

Original air date: November 21, 2024.

Every life matters. Yet once every 11 minutes, someone in the U.S. takes their own life.
As president of the board of directors for the Arizona Suicide Prevention Coalition, Nikki Kontz leads the charge in providing resources and education to support individuals, families, and communities impacted by suicide. The organization is comprised of a diverse group of mental health leaders, educators, healthcare professionals, survivors, and concerned citizens, all committed to making a positive impact on suicide prevention.
Nikki has dedicated her life to saving the lives of others. Starting as a teen peer counselor during high school, this has been her calling and her mission.
Click here to learn more about The Arizona Suicide Prevention Coalition: https://www.azspc.org/
Original air date: November 21, 2024.

Preventing suicide in AZ – Nikki Kontz

It’s estimated nearly 7 million Americans have Alzheimer’s, and the ripple effects of the disease impacts families from all walks of life.

As executive director of the Alzheimer’s Association – Desert Southwest Chapter, Terri Spitz is on the front lines of battling the disease and working to accelerate global research, drive risk reduction and early detection, and maximize quality care and support.

The organization offers tremendous services both to those diagnosed with Alzheimer’s and the caregivers who help them. Their website is a treasure trove of information and services.

This is a show you won’t want to miss if you or a loved one is impacted by Alzheimer’s.

Click here to learn more about the Alzheimer’s Association: https://www.alz.org/

Original air date: November 14, 2024.

It’s estimated nearly 7 million Americans have Alzheimer’s, and the ripple effects of the disease impacts families from all walks of life.
As executive director of the Alzheimer’s Association – Desert Southwest Chapter, Terri Spitz is on the front lines of battling the disease and working to accelerate global research, drive risk reduction and early detection, and maximize quality care and support.
The organization offers tremendous services both to those diagnosed with Alzheimer’s and the caregivers who help them. Their website is a treasure trove of information and services.
This is a show you won’t want to miss if you or a loved one is impacted by Alzheimer’s.
Click here to learn more about the Alzheimer’s Association: <a href="https://www.alz.org/">https://www.alz.org/</a>
Original air date: November 14, 2024.

Fighting to end Alzheimer’s – Terri Spitz

Kelli O’Toole has dedicated her career to serving others. From working at Central Arizona Shelter Services to  being COO for STARS (Scottsdale Training and Rehabilitation Services), she has found her passion and her calling in working to help those with intellectual and developmental disabilities as CEO of The Opportunity Tree.

The organization has touched lives for 60 years – there are 75 people who have been members more than 30 years – with services including:
Employment Services
Adult Day Programs – These opportunities help build community, engage in meaningful programming, and build life skills.
Youth Programs – Kids are offered trips, adventures, and on-campus events, as they build life and employment skills.
Community Living Programs – Group homes and in-home supports focus on helping participants become part of the community around them and work toward independent living.

Click here to learn more about The Opportunity Tree: https://theopportunitytree.org/

Original air date: November 7, 2024.

Kelli O’Toole has dedicated her career to serving others. From working at Central Arizona Shelter Services to  being COO for STARS (Scottsdale Training and Rehabilitation Services), she has found her passion and her calling in working to help those with intellectual and developmental disabilities as CEO of The Opportunity Tree.
The organization has touched lives for 60 years – there are 75 people who have been members more than 30 years – with services including:
<ul>
<li>Employment Services</li>
<li>Adult Day Programs – These opportunities help build community, engage in meaningful programming, and build life skills.</li>
<li>Youth Programs – Kids are offered trips, adventures, and on-campus events, as they build life and employment skills.</li>
<li>Community Living Programs – Group homes and in-home supports focus on helping participants become part of the community around them and work toward independent living.</li>
</ul>
Click here to learn more about The Opportunity Tree: <a href="https://theopportunitytree.org/">https://theopportunitytree.org/</a>
Original air date: November 7, 2024.

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