Episode #9
The People Shaping SWFL: The Healthy Earth Story
What does it take to turn a community’s concerns into meaningful change? On this episode of Chapman On Air , we sit down with Falon Tabares , CEO and co-founder of the Healthy Earth Organization , a Southwest Florida nonprofit helping young people and families become active stewards of the environment. Falon shares the story behind building Healthy Earth from the ground up, starting with conversations at local community tables and growing into an organization that now engages thousands of volunteers and community members through sustainability, education, and hands-on programs. Together, we explore why empowering the next generation is key to creating lasting environmental change, how small actions can lead to bigger impact, and why solutions often start with simply listening to the people who live in a community. Falon also breaks down the idea of a circular economy , the importance of reconnecting children with nature and how organizations can think differently about sustainability and long-term responsibility . As part of Chapman Insurance Group’s ongoing commitment to supporting and strengthening Southwest Florida, CIG has partnered with Healthy Earth to bring the community together through initiatives like beach cleanups and environmental events that turn shared challenges into opportunities for connection and positive change. This conversation acts as a reminder that meaningful change doesn’t always begin on a global scale—it begins right here at home. Tune in to hear how Healthy Earth is inspiring the next generation of environmental leaders and how partnerships across Southwest Florida are creating a lasting impact in the community we all call home. Prefer Video? Watch us on Youtube here: https://youtu.be/mG7rvbMpm-M
