SEED20 Class of 2018: You Do So Much Good

Wednesday was SEED20 Selection Night where all twenty participants in the SEED20 Class of 2018 gave their three minute pitches in hopes of being selected as one of the ten to present on the stage of Knight Theater on April 16th. All involved — the coaches and SVP Partners — were blown away by the…

Project Safe Child

Project Safe Child Andrew Oliver Pat’s Place Child Advocacy Center coordinates the investigation and treatment of the most serious cases of child abuse throughout Mecklenburg County. Project Safe Child strategically targets child abuse prevention and intervention efforts to improve the protective capacities of adults and transform how the community understands and confronts child abuse.

Meet Our Judge: Corri Smith

Corri Smith, owner of Black Wednesday, will take the SEED20 stage as one of our judges! Since our ten finalists will only have three minutes to tell their story, we’ve given Corri three questions to get to know her. Advice for Entrepreneurs: It’s never simple. There is no balance. Accepting that you’ll be uncomfortable forever is required. If it’s meant…

Project Harmony

Project Harmony Johammee Romero Project Harmony, a program of Charlotte Symphony and Community School of the Arts, is social change through music. This powerful after-school intensive provides free instruments, ensemble training, academic support, leadership, and life skills to children in our community with the fewest resources and greatest need. Project Harmony changes lives one child,…

Meet Our SEED20 OnStage Stars

You’ve met the SEED20 Class of 2018 — now we want to introduce you to the dynamic group of judges and entertainers who will be on the SEED20 stage on April 16th!   Matt Olin, Master of Ceremony: We are thrilled to have Matt Olin back again to host SEED20 OnStage! Matt is the creative genius behind Creative Mornings CLT and…

Meet Our SEED20: Project Harmony

Johammee Romero of Project Harmony (a collaborative program of the Charlotte Symphony and Community School of the Arts) talks about his SEED20 experience. Since he only has three minutes to tell his story, we’ve given him three questions to share his reflections!  3 Words to Describe Project Harmony: Inspiring. Authentic. Instrumental. A Highlight of SEED20: Gaining access to feedback, training,…

Lorien Academy of the Arts

Lorien Academy of the Arts Michael Khoe Lorien Academy of the Arts provides high quality art education and experiences for West Charlotte youth. Engagement with the arts develops confidence, creativity, and critical thinking – crucial life skills that are notably underdeveloped in low socio-economic youth. For these youth, the arts may be their key to upward…

Think Broader Foundation

Meet Our SEED20: Think Broader Foundation

Paula Broadwell, founder of Think Broader Foundation, 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 SEED20 Highlight: This group of philanthropists and public servants provide optimism, energy, and genuine support. I’m so grateful to be a part of SEED20! I can’t wait to support…

Human Capital Investment

Human Capital Investment Dr. Vanessa Y. Stuart Human Capital Investment (HCI) increases reentry success of minority male youth offenders by creating viable employment options. HCI provides a unique vocational development experience that empowers them to leverage their strengths to address the critical needs of Charlotte, specifically lack of locally grown food, health disparities, and affordable housing.

Meet Our SEED20: Reading Partners Charlotte

Sharon Harrington, Executive Director of Reading Partners Charlotte, 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 SEED20 Highlight: I value the opportunity to engage with other nonprofit leaders who are creating an equitable and vibrant Charlotte community. Everyone cares deeply about social…