Stock Yards Bank & Trust “Piggest Raffle Ever” raising funds for local nonprofit organizations
By Stephanie Smith, Building Kentucky This month, the Flying Pig Marathon and Stock Yards Bank & Trust are teaming up for the 15th Annual Piggest Raffle Ever, which has garnered more than $900,000 for local charities since its inception. Stock Yards Bank & Trust will serve as the event’s presenting sponsor for the ninth consecutive […]
New research outlines gaps and opportunities to end food insecurity in Kentuckiana
By Tom Lally, Building Kentucky Nearly half of our neighbors in Kentuckiana choose between paying for food and paying their utility bills, according to new research from Dare to Care Food Bank. The organization partnered with IQS Research for a multi-year project to better understand individuals who receive food from food pantries in its 13-county […]
Flemingsburg practice recognized by Anthem in inaugural Care Provider Recognition Program
By Quin Welch, Building Kentucky Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kentucky today proudly named Flemingsburg-based Family Medicine Associates of Flemingsburg as one of only 19 national recipients in its inaugural Care Provider Recognition Program. Created in partnership with its affiliated health plans across the country, Anthem’s new program celebrates top performing independent and […]
EKPC shares new project goals with Pulaski County community
By Quin Welch, Building Kentucky East Kentucky Power Cooperative (EKPC) recently held a public meeting to gather public input for projects designed to keep the lights on for Kentuckians. One project EKPC spoke with local residents about was its planned upgrade of John Sherman Cooper Power Station, also known as Cooper Station. As energy demands […]
OPINION: Wasted food is a threat to our community
By Heather Stewart, Kentucky Harvest In the kitchen of your favorite restaurant, there’s a shelf full of canned tomatoes, crackers, or even fresh vegetables that will never make it to your plate. The manager ordered too much, the chef expected more interest in a particular dish or someone misread the expiration date. Whatever the reason, […]
Thomas More’s Dyslexia Institute introduces Orton-Gillingham training program
By Lilli Dubler, Building Kentucky Thomas More University’s Dyslexia Institute recently introduced its latest initiative: a comprehensive Orton-Gillingham training program. Orton-Gillingham is a practical, research-based approach that teaches children and adults, especially those with dyslexia, to read. The first training sessions will begin in January 2025, offering a unique opportunity for educators and parents in […]
Volunteers of America provides a home for Kentuckians in recovery this holiday season
By Lilli Dubler, Building Kentucky Volunteers of America (VOA) Mid-States helps people overcome substance use, strengthen their recovery, return to the workforce and reunite with their families. During especially challenging times – like the holidays – VOA’s Recovery Community Centers offer people in recovery a space where they can meet, gather, fellowship and share. “The […]
2.1 million pounds of food rescued: new app drives Louisville to fight hunger and waste
By Tom Lally, Building Kentucky Kentucky Harvest, Louisville’s most established organization committed to food rescue, is proud to celebrate a significant milestone for the Louisville region. Since launching the Kentucky Harvest app in November of 2023, the organization facilitated the rescue of 2,108,636 pounds of food from 191 business locations like Papa John’s, Cysco and […]
Volunteers of America kicks off “Hope for the Holidays” campaign
By Stephanie Smith, Building Kentucky Volunteers of America Mid-States has kicked off its “Hope for the Holidays” campaign. You can help by donating much needed items like hygiene products, food, winter clothing, toys and more to support families in need. To see the wish list, drop off locations or to donate online, visit VOA Hope […]
Toys for Tots, Paristown and Stock Yards Bank & Trust host kickoff event for WLKY/Marine Toys for Tots 2024 Toy Drive
By Stephanie Smith, Building Kentucky Representatives from Marine Toys for Tots, Paristown, WLKY and Stock Yards Bank & Trust came together in November to kick off the 2024 WLKY/Marine Corps Toys for Tots campaign as organizers and shared the importance of donating toys for older children this holiday season. Stock Yards Bank & Trust is […]
Comprehensive community health center officially opens in Lexington
By Lilli Dubler, Building Kentucky The Isaiah House Community Health Center, a joint venture between Isaiah House, the Commonwealth’s largest Christ-centered nonprofit addiction recovery organization, and Lexington Rescue Mission officially opened its doors to the public this morning. The first-of-its-kind facility in Lexington is accessible to all Kentuckians, especially those experiencing homelessness, offering wrap-around services, […]
Dare to Care rallies record number of volunteers, community partners to end hunger in Kentuckiana
By Tom Lally, Building Kentucky Dare to Care mobilized more than 500 volunteers and community partners across Kentucky and Southern Indiana to end hunger this September in honor of Hunger Action Month. Hunger Action Month is a nationwide effort to raise awareness around hunger and inspire communities to act. Dare to Care volunteers, community retail […]
OPINION: MA Supplemental Benefits address gaps in Traditional Medicare
By Dave Mull, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Medicare in Kentucky Medicare Advantage (MA), also known as Medicare Part C, is a managed care alternative to traditional Medicare coverage offered by health plans. In recent years, MA membership has grown substantially and MA plans have been permitted to add new benefits to better address […]
Tommy Elliott Fund, Leadership Louisville Center honor Elliott’s memory with new storytelling training for local nonprofits
By Lilli Dubler, Building Kentucky Louisville-area nonprofits can hone their storytelling skills and win thousands in grant money thanks to a new partnership between the Tommy Elliott Fund for Community Leadership and the Leadership Louisville Center. The new Tommy Elliott Fund Storytelling Program honors one of Louisville’s great communicators and furthers his mission of community service. […]
OPINION: Taking action against loneliness and embracing Senior Independence Month with community connection
By Robin Caruso, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Chief Togetherness Officer Lacking social connection increases risk of premature death by more than 60% according to the Surgeon General’s advisory about the devastating impact of the epidemic of loneliness and isolation in the United States. The physical health consequences of poor or insufficient connection include […]