A Brighter Day Outreach Podcast
Society & Culture
About
Welcome to A Brighter Day Podcast with your host, Beverly Knox-Davis. Recorded at the Brighter Day HUB in Historic Hoskins, this podcast shares stories of empowerment, resilience, and growth. At A Brighter Day Outreach, our vision is to create a thriving community where every youth, senior, and family in the Thomasboro-Hoskins and Charlotte areas has secure placement and the potential to grow. Join us as we shine a light on the people and initiatives making brighter days a reality!
Episodes
- Genesis Project One and Youth Outreach in Charlotte Part 2
This episode features a discussion between Beverly Knox Davis of Brighter Day Outreach and Eric from the Genesis Project. They discuss their collaboration to serve the Hoskins community in Charlotte, highlighting the importance of communit…
- Genesis Project One and Youth Outreach in Charlotte Part 1
This episode explores how mental health support and grassroots outreach, exemplified by the Genesis Project and A Brighter Day Outreach, are positively impacting at-risk youth in Charlotte by addressing underlying issues like food insecuri…
- From the Streets to Service Raphael Floyds Journey to Community Leadership Part 2
In the second part of this podcast episode, host Beverly Knox Davis continues her conversation with community leader Raphael Floyd. They discuss the holistic approach of The Hub, Mr. Floyd's radio station "A Dream Radio," his vision for tr…
- From the Streets to Service Raphael Floyds Journey to Community Leadership Part 1
Raphael Floyd discusses his past struggles with gangs, incarceration, and homelessness, and how these experiences fueled his commitment to community service.
- Beverly and Ashlyn Davis on Feeding the Hoskins Community Part 2
Host Beverly Knox Davis and her daughter Ashlyn Davis discuss Ashlyn
- Beverly and Ashlyn Davis on Feeding the Hoskins Community
Beverly Knox Davis and her daughter Ashlyn Davis discuss the operations of the A Brighter Day Outreach food pantry. Ashlyn, the new interim manager, details the process of preparing and distributing food, emphasizing integrity and accounta…
- Human-Centered Solutions to Homelessness in Charlotte Part 2
This episode features Jessica Lefkowitz discussing Hearts for the Invisible Charlotte's work addressing homelessness. She shares insights on transitioning individuals into stable housing and challenges misconceptions, emphasizing community…
- Human-Centered Solutions to Homelessness in Charlotte
Host Beverly Knox Davis talks with Jessica Lefkowitz about addressing homelessness in Charlotte with dignity. They discuss securing government funding, expanding outreach, and the importance of human connection and stable housing.
- A Brighter Day Outreach Community Voices and District 2 Priorities (Part 2)
This episode of A Brighter Day Outreach Podcast features host Beverly Knox Davis and candidate Monifah Drafford discussing District 2 priorities and community engagement. The conversation also touches upon A Brighter Day Outreach's program…
- A Brighter Day Outreach Community Voices and District 2 Priorities (Part 1)
In this episode, Beverly Knox Davis and Mo Drayton discuss District 2 priorities, focusing on neighborhood protection, livability, opportunity, and community engagement. They also address funding challenges for A Brighter Day Outreach and…
- Compassion in Action How A Brighter Day Serves the Hoskins Community
This episode details A Brighter Day Outreach's mission in Charlotte's Hoskins community, focusing on their food pantry's operations and the importance of compassionate, dignified service to families facing increasing needs.
- Serving with Dignity Veronica Alexander on Strengthening the Brighter Day Food Pantry
Veronica Alexander, manager of the Brighter Day community hub and food pantry, shares her experience and commitment to serving the community with dignity. The episode details new requirements for recipients to verify household size for fai…
- A Brighter Day Outreach Funding and Service Needs
Beverly Knox Davis provides an update on A Brighter Day Outreach's mission in Charlotte, North Carolina, highlighting urgent funding needs and ways listeners can support the organization through financial contributions, volunteering, and d…
- Building Hope Together with Excel Peer Support Unite for Community Change
Host Beverly Knox Davis talks with Stephanie Chavis about their partnership between A Brighter Day Outreach and Excel Peer Support Services. They discuss their work providing housing assistance, financial support, therapy, and substance ab…
- Break Every Chain Changing the Path for Our Children
Beverly Knox Davis interviews Miss Minnie McPherson about the Break Every Chain program at Thomasboro Academy. Miss Minnie shares her personal journey and discusses the program's focus on teaching emotional intelligence to second graders t…
- Community Outreach and Capital Campaign Appeal
Beverly Knox Davis of A Brighter Day Outreach details the organization's $150,000 capital campaign to fund their hub and operating expenses, including a food pantry. They are requesting financial support, specific item donations, and volun…
- Building Community in Charlotte Giveback, Girl Flow, Hoskins Parade
A Brighter Day Outreach Podcast shares details on upcoming Charlotte community events: the Monthly Community Giveback on Sept 20, the Fourth Annual Historic Hoskins Parade and Festival on Oct 4, 2025, and the 'Girl Flow' event on Sept 20,…
- Episode 18 Part 2 Darnell Edwards on Empowering Youth and Transforming Communities
In part two of this episode, host Beverly Knox Davis speaks with Darnell Edwards about his work with Joshua Christian Leadership Academy in Charlotte. They discuss empowering youth through arts, leadership, and culturally responsive teachi…
- Episode 17 Darnell Edwards on Empowering Youth and Transforming Communities
Host Beverly Knox Davis interviews Darnell Edwards about his work with Joshua Christian Leadership Academy and A Brighter Day Outreach. They discuss empowering youth through education and community programs, including a partnership for an…
- Episode 16 City of Charlotte Council Member At-large Representative LaWana Mayfield
In this episode, Beverly Knox (Davis) interviews City of Charlotte Council Member At-large LaWana Mayfield. They discuss affordable housing and community issues in Charlotte and the Historic Hoskins Community.
- Episode 15 City of Charlotte Council Member At-large Representative LaWana Mayfield - Part 1
This episode features Charlotte Council Member At-large LaWana Mayfield discussing affordable housing and community matters in Charlotte and the Historic Hoskins Community. Mayfield has a background in community organizing and immigration…
- Episode 14 Nasar El-Arabi The Real Estate Doru
Nasar El-Arabi, also known as The Real Estate Doru, has been a prominent figure in real estate investing and wholesaling since 2007. Starting in New Jersey, he was inspired by his parents and entrepreneurial spirit from a young age. After…
- Episode 13 Celebration of Kings in Historic Hoskins
This episode of the A Brighter Day Outreach Podcast explains why Beverly created the Celebration of Kings for Historic Hoskins. Information on donations, services, and the organization's history is available through provided links and cont…
- Episode 12 Arkevious J Armstrong Founder/Executive Director for Step Up To Leadership
This episode of A Brighter Day Outreach Podcast features Arkevious J Armstrong, Founder/Executive Director for Step Up To Leadership. Armstrong is an inspirational speaker and advocate for youth, particularly young men, promoting positive…
- Episode 11 Michele Juliana Non-Profit Education Industry Leader
Episode 11 of A Brighter Day Outreach Podcast highlights Michele Juliana, a non-profit education industry leader and career leader with RSM. The episode discusses her support for nonprofit leaders and her dedication to helping communities…
- Episode 10 Darrell Gregory Founder/CEO of Youth Based Strategies Chief Logistics Officer for Toys-For-Tots
This episode of A Brighter Day Outreach features Darrell Gregory, founder of Youth Based Strategies and Chief Logistics Officer for Toys-For-Tots. He discusses his extensive advocacy for youth and justice in Mecklenburg County, his persona…
- Episode 9 Charis Blackmon Executive Director of the Westside Community Land Trust
This episode features Charis Blackmon, Executive Director of the Westside Community Land Trust, discussing her advocacy for Charlotte's Historic Hoskins Community and her efforts to revitalize 32 homes in the area. Blackmon shares insights…
- Episode 8 Jamaal Kinard Lakeview Neighborhood Alliance
This episode features Jamaal Kinard, Executive Director of the Lakeview Neighborhood Alliance. He discusses his journey, the success of LNA, and his aspirations for future growth.
- Episode 7 Zack Wyatt - Carolina Farm Trust Market
This episode of A Brighter Day Outreach Podcast features Zack Wyatt, CEO of Carolina Farm Trust Market. He discusses the process of establishing the market at Historic Hoskins, including challenges, timelines, goals, and his personal visio…
- Episode 6 Ronnequeh Meggett - Resilience and Overcomer
In this episode, Ronnequeh Meggett shares her experiences growing up in Historic Hoskins, her journey through foster care, and her successes as a wife, mother, and entrepreneur. She details how she survived and persevered, becoming an exam…
- Episode 5 Heritage In Historic Hoskins!
Episode 5 discusses the Heritage in Hoskins Community, focusing on the FoxRidge Lofts and Condominiums, also known as The Mill. Narrated by HOA President Chris Smalls, the episode covers the property's past and present significance and its…
- Episode 4 Connections and Collaborations
This episode of A Brighter Day Outreach Podcast discusses the importance of connections and collaborations in creating successful new beginnings. It highlights a specific partnership with a local nonprofit that resulted in increased volunt…
- Episode 3 Thomasboro Academy Break Every Chain Program
This episode details the A Brighter Day Outreach Break Every Chain Program. It focuses on preventing the school-to-prison pipeline, aiding youth emotional development, and supporting the Reading and Math Buddy Program at Thomasboro Academy…
- Episode 2 with Ms. Patricia Houston Buford
In this episode of the A Brighter Day Outreach Podcast, guest Patricia Houston Buford, who is 80 years old and has lived in the Hoskins Community her entire life, shares her experiences of the past and present, along with valuable advice.
- Episode 1 A Brighter Day Outreach
Episode 1 of A Brighter Day Outreach Podcast, hosted by Beverly Knox-Davis, features stories of empowerment, resilience, and growth. The podcast highlights the organization's vision to support youth, seniors, and families in the Charlotte…