7 BrewHeroes
Meet Our Heroes
February:Holly Jackson
(Columbus, OH)
Holly Jackson founded Walls of Love, a safe and judgment-free way for anyone to pick up essential goods such as food, clothes, and personal hygiene items. With Walls of Love, Holly has supported over 1 million people across 30 states.
Watch VideoMarch:Temethia Joyner
(Decatur, IL)
Temethia Joyner is a teacher and a facilitator of Young Leaders in Action in Decatur, IL. She is known throughout the community for inspiring students to be community leaders by supporting local organizations through volunteer work and fundraising.
Watch VideoApril:Tommy Cook
(Palm Bay, FL)
Tommy Cook runs Wishing and Fishing, an organization in Palm Bay, FL aimed to relieve the stress and anxiety of children facing serious illnesses or adversity through outdoor water activities.
Watch VideoMay:Kricket Dezendorf
(Baton Rouge, LA)
Kricket Dezendorf is the founder of the Baton Rouge Mom Network and offers resources and support to fellow parents. Having been a single mom herself, Kricket understands the daily challenges her community encounters.
Watch VideoJune:Brady Krysiewicz
(Lee’s Summit, MO)
When Brady was 9 years old, he started his own non-profit called Keeper for a Cure to provide support to cancer patients and their families. Now at 14 years old, he has raised over $12,000 for local nonprofits in his areas.
Watch VideoJuly:Dr. Lai Brooks
(Memphis, TN)
Dr. Brooks, Senior Director of the Neuroscience Institute at Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital, is dedicated to helping children and families navigate epilepsy. She is widely recognized for spreading hope and kindness in the community.
Watch VideoAugust:Tremaine Brown
(Amarillo, TX)
Tremaine Brown is the founder of Vessel of Humanity and Compassion. His nonprofit offers free meals during school breaks, organizes community events, and hosts drives for toys, clothing, and school supplies to uplift local families.
Watch VideoSeptember:Lynn Weintraub
(Lake St. Louis, MO)
Lynn Weintraub, a three-time cancer survivor, leads Lucky Chance Rescue with a deep commitment to rescuing stray dogs and finding them loving homes. Her determination to create a positive legacy drives her mission to make a lasting impact in her community.
Watch VideoOctober:Amaya Kindle
(Jonesboro, AR)
Amaya Kindle, a cheerleader at Arkansas State University, coaches Team Unstoppable, a cheer team for children with special abilities. Her passion is centered on creating an inclusive environment that provides the opportunity for anyone to be a part of a team!
Watch VideoNovember:Michelle Hroncich
(Vestal, NY)
Michelle Hroncich, a school nurse at Vestal Middle School in Vestal, NY responded to a cardiac arrest incident, and because of her dedication to the health and well-being of the students and her 23 years of experience, she was able to save the student’s life.
Watch Video2023 7 Brew Hero of the Year:Ralph Coldiron
Ralph Coldiron from Lexington, KY dedicates his free time to volunteer and raise funds for the Kentucky Children’s hospital. After Ralph’s daughter was born prematurely, he realized how important it is for families to have access to urgent and immediate care for children.
Watch VideoWhat is a 7 BREW HERO?
A 7 Brew Hero is someone who goes out of their way to make the world a better place, one act of kindness at a time. They are the people who make us smile, who help us when we need it most, and who make our community a special place.
Every month, our 7 Brew communities will be nominating a winner to receive $500 and a year of free coffee! We want to honor these everyday heroes each month, and celebrate one Hero of the Year with a $10,000 grand prize.
To nominate a 7 Brew Hero, simply fill out the form on our website. We will be accepting nominations until the end of the year.