Small Town, Big Impact: The Yooper Do-Gooders Story

Total Michigan

What can one person do? Meet Dean O'Brien, founder of Yooper Do-Gooders. He shares the divinely inspired story about a nonprofit that emphasizes neighbors helping neighbors. Dean discusses growing up in a tight-knit community, his journey to starting Yooper Do-Gooders, and how it has grown to involve thousands of members. He shares stories of various community programs, such as 'Shop with a Cop' and providing food assistance, and highlights the importance of community involvement and divine inspiration in driving the group's success.

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Show Notes:

00:00 Introduction

00:23 Meet Dean O'Brien: Founder of Yooper Do-Gooders

01:04 Dean's Background and Upbringing

02:32 The Birth of Yooper Do-Gooders

04:45 The Facebook Group and Its Impact

07:45 Challenges and Lessons Learned

12:13 Community Programs and Initiatives

16:20 The Nonprofit Journey

17:38 Collaborations and Future Plans

20:27 Heartwarming Stories and Miracles

24:55 How to Get Involved