Meet Our SEED20: Pop Up Produce

Amanda Zullo, founder of Pop Up Produce, talks about her SEED20 experience. Since she only has three minutes to tell her story, we’ve given her three questions to share her reflections!  A Highlight of SEED20: The camaraderie and support! From the high fives and encouragement from our coaches, to the “I’m not alone in this” reassuring feeling of being a…

Hip Hop Orchestrated

Hip Hop Orchestrated Kia Octavia Moore Hip Hop Orchestrated is transforming people’s love for music into social capital to tackle the issue of upward mobility. This program blends Hip Hop and Orchestral music to connect people from various classes, races, ages and genders. A common love for music can transform into a genuine friendship.

Meet Our SEED20: Shakespeare in a Chair

We caught up with Mark Williams, founder of Shakespeare in a Chair to hear more about his SEED20 experience. Since he has three minutes to tell his story, we’ve given him three questions to share his reflections!  3 Words to Describe Shakespeare in a Chair: Collaborative. Emerging. Innovative. Impact of SEED20 Coaching: Everyone involved with SEED20 is sincere about…

Great Outdoors University (NCWF)

Great Outdoors University (NCWF) Mary Bures North Carolina Wildlife Federation’s Great Outdoors University (GoU) is a conservation-based, experiential education program. GoU brings outdoor adventures to underserved kids of all ages who have limited opportunities to explore and discover the natural world. GoU ignites curiosity, excitement and awe in ways that encourage continued learning and stewardship.

Meet Our SEED20: INTech Camp for Girls

We caught up with Khalia Braswell, founder of INTech Camp for Girls to hear more about her SEED20 experience. Since she only has three minutes to tell her story, we’ve given her three questions to share her reflections!  A Highlight of  SEED20: I’ve loved getting to know the other nonprofit leaders. I didn’t know about the SEED20 Alumni Network. I’m excited about getting involved…

Families First in Cabarrus County

Families First in Cabarrus County Aurora Swain Families First in Cabarrus County provides early childhood education and intervention for families and their children who are linguistically isolated and at risk. The in-home visiting programs and Cabarrus Bilingual Preschool finds these young children, gives them a voice, and ensures success at home, school, and life.

Meet Our SEED20: Xcel 2 Fitness

Stephen Vaughn, founder of Xcel 2 Fitness, is one of several teachers in the SEED20 Class of 2018 who has become a nonprofit entrepreneur. We caught up with Stephen to hear more about his SEED20 experience. Since he only has three minutes to tell his story, we’ve given him three questions to share his reflections!  The Impact of SEED20: SEED20 has far exceeded my…

Advice from Our Alumni: Girls Rock Charlotte

We asked Kelly Finley of Girls Rock Charlotte (Class of 2015) about her SEED20 experience. She had three minutes on stage to tell her story so we’ve given her three questions to share her reflections! Advice to the SEED20 Class of 2018: Enjoy and take advantage of the experience. No one loses. Each organization has a lot to learn and gain…

BELL

BELL Sasha Trosch Building Educated Leaders for Life (BELL) transforms the academic achievements, self-confidence, and life trajectories of lower performing students. BELL’s summer program allows certified teachers to deliver small-group academic instruction and enrichment activities and to support community engagement by children. BELL scholars gain self-confidence and become more prepared for classroom success.

Advice from Our Alumni: Digi-Bridge

  We asked David Jessup, Jr. of Digi-Bridge (Class of 2016) about his SEED20 experience. He had three minutes on stage to tell his story so we’ve given him three questions to share his reflections! Three Words to Describe Digi-Bridge: Agile. Innovative. Intentional. Impact of SEED20 on Digi-Bridge: SEED20 fostered forward-minded connections to leading organizations including 3D Systems, Reemprise Fund,…

ArtPop

ArtPop Wendy Hickey Art + Public Outdoor Project = ArtPop! ArtPop promotes local artists’ works and brings art to communities through available media space. ArtPop connects communities to their local artists and beautifies the streets at the same time. #enjoyyourcommute