Shannon Cox is the founder of Haitian Roots, a charity committed to protecting and empowering underserved Haitian children through education. Who’s The Guest? Shannon Cox is an executive director, primarily working on the Haitian Roots sponsorship programs. In 2005, Shannon had a goal to raise money to send 20 children to school. Funds were raised that year for 23 children. The funds raised each year since have grown, now with two schools and nearly 450 children enrolled. Shannon and her husband have six children, including two adopted from Haiti. “A huge change came over my heart,” said Shannon after her first visit to Haiti before founding Haitian Roots. She believes education is the key to overcoming poverty. Shannon earned a bachelor of science degree from Weber State University. She has worked as a court interpreter for the United Way of Northern Utah, Wasatch International Adoptions, and the State of Utah. She is currently a certified Body Code Practitioner, helping others find relief from physical and emotional distress. Shannon has been married to her husband Jason for more than 20 years. Her favorite pastime is hiking in the mountains with her husband. She also enjoys sports, fitness training, and spending time with her children. Highlights CrossFit as a tool to stay stronger Who is Shannon Cox? Going back to her Haitian Roots How education works in Haiti and how her organization helps with that Importance of education in Haiti Fundraising for their trainings Importance of donor support How to help or sponsor a child in Haiti Episode Resources Connect with Neil Bryce, Jeff Beck, and Greg Spencer Left of the Lake Podcast: https://www.facebook.com/groups/288869046622439/?ref=share https://www.instagram.com/accounts/login/?next=/leftofthelake/ Connect with Shannon Cox https://www.haitianroots.org/ 

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