COMMUNITY- Brooke It Forward - with Marie Gregory & Megan Helwick

In this moving episode of In The Arena, co-hosts Lauren Navarre and Jared Miguez interview Marie Gregory, founder of the Brook It Forward Foundation, alongside Megan Helwick, a passionate supporter of the mission. Marie opens up about how the heartbreaking loss of her daughter Brooke in 2017 inspired her to create a foundation dedicated to bringing birthday joy to children in foster care or facing trauma. Since its inception in 2019, Brook It Forward has delivered nearly 2,200 birthday boxes filled with party essentials, a gift card, and a cross engraved with scripture—spreading faith, love, and hope to children across Louisiana and Florida.

This episode highlights the power of community and collaboration. Marie and Megan share how volunteers, local businesses, and organizations rally together to assemble and distribute these birthday boxes, ensuring every child feels celebrated and loved. Hear how this faith-driven mission continues Brooke’s legacy of kindness and resilience, offering children a chance to experience joy and healing on their special day.

Donate or Learn how to get involved: https://www.brookeitforward.org/
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