Uplift: Personal journey filled with warmth about a husband-and-wife team who founded homeless shelter in Pickens County, South Carolina.

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Tracy and Sunshine Gantt. A husband-and-wife team who founded the first and only homeless shelter in Pickens County, South Carolina. Here are some key highlights and themes from the conversation: Here are some key highlights and themes from the conversation: 🌟 Key Themes and Highlights Faith and Redemption Tracy shares a deeply personal journey from a troubled past involving street life, incarceration, and violence to becoming a pastor and community leader. Sunshine also opens up about her own struggles, including a period of homelessness, and how faith and resilience brought them back together. Founding the Shelter Despite numerous obstacles—including zoning issues, lack of funding, and health challenges—they transformed a 6,000 sq. ft. warehouse into a fully operational homeless shelter. The shelter now serves 50–60 individuals daily, offering meals, shelter, and care at no cost. Community and Recognition Their work has been recognized with local and national honors, including the Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award. They emphasize the importance of community support, with contributions from businesses like Home Depot and local churches. Humor and Humanity The interview is filled with warmth, humor, and authenticity, making their story not only inspiring but also deeply human and relatable. Call to Action and Support Host Rushion McDonald pledges a $1,000 donation and promises to visit and bake for the shelter residents, reinforcing the show's mission to uplift and support changemakers. #SHMS #STRAW #BESTSupport the show: https://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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