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:Dana Clah
(Crestview, FL)
Danah Clah is the founder and president of the Emerald Coast Life Center in Crestview, FL, a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting those facing homelessness, addiction, and incarceration.
Watch VideoSeptember:Juan Carmona
(Donna, TX)
Mr. Carmona is a Social Studies teacher at Donna High School in the Rio Grande Valley. He has inspired many of his students to pursue higher education and was a major supporter of the DHS food drive for community members struggling with food insecurity.
Watch VideoOctober:Carl Minden
(Bryant, AR)
Carl Minden, Police Chief of Bryant, AR, serves his community by not only protecting it, but by investing in the local youth. Chief Minden volunteers for Arkansas Safety Town, is on the Board of Directors for the Boys and Girls Club of Bryant, and participates in Drug Take Back Days.
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
(Lexington, KY)
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.