Niro Knox - Rock, Metal, Home, and Cherry Tomatoes

Do you ever yearn for the days of 90s Rock/Metal? Love you some Guns N’ Roses, AC/DC, or Bon Jovi? Well, boy are you in for a treat with Niro Knox! Niro will rock your socks off into the 2024 and beyond with his new album and song “Save Me”. What’s more is Niro is a really nice guy! He is very passionate about giving back, particularly to mental health and homeless causes, as he has struggled with these in the past. In fact, all of the proceeds from his new single “Save Me” are going to the mental health charity, SANE. When he isn’t creating new work or rifting on a guitar he can be found helping homeless nonprofits like Meir Panim and Kilburn Streets Kitchen/OKT (Our Kilburn Table). To learn more about this Israeli Rock Star, his music, his thoughts on Israel, and how he is giving back, please read on!

Alonzo B. Slater - An Actor On Screen Making Homelessness Seen

While Alonzo B. Slater continues to make strides in the world of acting, he's also stepping into a different kind of role as a humanitarian, dedicating his time to serve those in need at St. James. From starring in “A Christmas Family Reunion,” to creating a fresh business in commercial acting, he not only continues to hone his craft but also helps open doors for aspiring talents in the industry. Read on to discover the captivating story of an actor with a heart as big as his dreams.

SWAC: Influencer, zIssue 51Chelsea ChanSeptember 20, 2023Actor, male actor, homelessness, homeless crisis, Community, community developmentComment

Mary “Mandie” Davis - Bringing Home To You

Meet Marie “Mandie” Davis, founder of Worthy of Love, a non profit organization that hosts birthday parties for the homeless, allowing them to have a chance to celebrate themselves and experience new forms of self-love. Worthy of Love’s origin story has its roots in a sweet personal anecdote of Mandie (read on to learn more), and has been throwing monthly birthday parties since January 2013! Having been sponsored by celebrities like Steve Harvey, Mayim Bialik, and Kelly Clarkson, the non profit hopes to continue to expand in the future to other cities and events. Read Mary “Mandie” Davis’s interview with Jejune Magazine to know more about this wholesome initiative, and, remember, you are worthy of love.

Do The Work With Jake Satow

Get used to California-based actor Jake Satow because he is here to stay! You may know Jake from his roles in the HULU miniseries “The Dropout” or “Gaslit,” a political thriller based on the Watergate scandal. Jake’s talent radiates off the T.V screen and has earned him parts opposite actors like William H. Macy and Amanda Seyfried. Not only is Jake taking over the entertainment industry one role at a time, but he is also heavily involved in humanitarian work. Currently, Jake works with the Ronald McDonald House, where he prepares and delivers food to sick children. If you are interested in his work with the Ronald McDonald House, his latest roles, or his next steps in the industry, please continue reading below!

Niki Koss: The Future Of Film

Niki Koss is the future of the film industry. This accredited producer, director, and actress is not new to the game. You can spot Niki on Freeform's "Famous In Love," and now, she has more to offer under her production company K Factor Films. Niki has produced numerous movies, and one of her latest films,
Night Night, directed by the one and only Koss, dropped last November. Jejune is super excited to gain insight into her productions and experience behind the camera. Niki's talents are undeniable. She has also been featured in 2021's Forbes 30 Under 30 for acting, directing, and producing. In addition to her achievements in the film industry, she is a diligent spokesperson for "Open Door Media," a non-profit education program centered around global culture and issues. Niki's brilliance does not stop there, and Jejune is eager to share! Please continue reading for Niki's origin story, her work at K Factor films, and her efforts to assist the homeless.

Fighting Homelessness & Poverty with HOPE

During one of the largest economic crises our country has ever seen, when cities are forcing landlords not to evict tenants who can’t pay, thousands have lost their jobs, and the number of homeless has yet to be calculated, there is hope. There is hope in Tiny Homes. Hope of the Valley’s Tiny Homes Villages is one of the most beautiful initiatives I have heard about so far in 2021. In one of the cities in the US that has the worst numbers of homelessness, Los Angeles, this organization is just stating the fight, and they are doing it in style. They have set up a transitional micro-village, where people wanting to pull themselves off the streets are given the resources to do so. Hope of the Valley has no only done this smartly, but also sensitively for the people who are moving in. They make sure they are safe, clean, feed, and even have a dog park for those with pets. I’m so excited to share with you our exclusive interview with the CEO of Hope of the Valley, Ken Craft.

Hallmark Movie Star Jessy Schram Is Helping The Homeless Crisis In L.A.

Jessy Schram lives a busy life. You may know her from her starring lead roles in Hallmark films such as A Royal New Year’s Eve, The Birthday Wish, Road to Christmas, and Harvest Moon; or perhaps you have seen her in Season Five of NBC’s Chicago Med, where Jessy plays a complex OB-GYN surgeon, Dr. Hannah Asher. The star has a passion for music that she was able to share with viewers in her most recent Hallmark Channel Movie, Country at Heart. Jessy loves entertaining and storytelling, and we were also able to discuss another thing that is close to her heart: helping those in need. Jessy has a demonstrated history of working with philanthropies like Corazon De Vida and Red Eye to help people of all ages secure basic human needs. Her work with the homeless population in L.A. with Dineoneonone is her most recent way of helping her community, as her team works together to distribute plant-based meals during COVID-19. How does one balance a career with philanthropic work, as well as stay positive during COVID-19? Read our interview below for Jessy’s insights.