In Episode Six of “Be the Light” with Sarah MacHugh, three incredibly creative minds join forces for good, turning “can’t” into “CAN” every single day. This episode dives into the work of Adaptive Design Hudson Valley (ADHV), an organization that has built incredible momentum by creating a space for individuals of every ability to learn, grow, and… Continue reading Be the Light with Sarah MacHugh episode 6: Diversity Creating Accessibility – and magic!

In this episode, we’re shining a light on The Bar Fairies, a remarkable nonprofit proving that hope, kindness, and gratitude can inspire meaningful change, no matter the circumstances. Their mission is to celebrate those who make the responsible choice not to drive impaired. After experiencing unimaginable loss, Beth McBride and Carli Seymour chose purpose. Through… Continue reading Be the Light episode 5: The Bar Fairies – From Loss to Purpose

In this special May edition of the Be the Light podcast, we invited listeners to share heartfelt stories about the mothers and mother figures who have shaped their lives through kindness, strength, and unwavering love. From quiet acts of compassion to lifelong lessons that continue to inspire, each story shines a light on the impact… Continue reading Be the Light #4: Special Mother’s Day episode

In this episode, we shine a light on what it truly means to turn compassion into action. Host Sarah MacHugh sat down with Dan Budd of Red Hook Responds to explore how a grassroots COVID-19 response effort grew into an enduring force for good in the Red Hook, New York, community and beyond. Jack and… Continue reading Be the Light episode 3: Putting Good Into Action with Dan Budd of Red Hook Responds

In this episode, we explore the power of positivity, reframing life’s inconveniences, building community, and how small reminders of encouragement can create a butterfly effect of gratitude. Sarah is joined by Helena, Licensed Mental Health Clinician and Founder of Thoughts with H, which is a daily inspiration platform rooted in mindfulness, connection, and showing up… Continue reading Be the Light with Sarah MacHugh episode 2 – The Power of Positivity with Helena of Thoughts with H

In the first episode of Be the Light, host Sarah MacHugh sits down with Averie Shaughnessy-Comfort, Executive Director of Presque Isle Light Station in Pennsylvania, for a powerful conversation about what it truly means to serve a community with heart. Averie shares how she and her dedicated team of volunteers work to remove barriers and create… Continue reading Be the Light with Sarah MacHugh episode 1: Averie Shaughnessy-Comfort