In this episode of the 'This is Beacon' podcast, hosts Brooke, Ruben, Brianna, and Brandon recount the highlights of 2024, share personal growth stories, and discuss their organizational goals for 2025. They talk about the impact of events such as the Back to School Block Party, the I Am Beacon 5K, and the Turkey on Every Table initiative, expressing gratitude to sponsors and community partners. Additionally, they detail their mental health resilience workshops for high school students and adults. Looking forward to 2025, the hosts emphasize the importance of community collaboration, personal well-being, and sustaining growth while maintaining the organization's authentic spirit.

00:00 Welcome to This is Beacon

00:31 Reflecting on 2024: Personal Growth and Achievements

11:51 Community Events Recap: Highlights and Successes

28:50 Mental Health Initiatives: Workshops and Impact

36:47 Community Foundation of Hudson Valley

36:49 Early Days and Impact

37:50 Challenges and Successes

39:06 Reflecting on Growth

41:31 Collaboration and Community

46:07 Looking Ahead to 2025

52:48 Authenticity and Inclusivity

01:06:27 Gratitude and Support