Xcel 2 Fitness Stephen Vaughn Xcel 2 Fitness is an after-school fitness and character development program empowering boys to chase their dreams. Participants build confidence through fun fitness challenges while engaging in discussions around the importance of finding their passion, getting the right people around them, and developing grit to overcome obstacles in life.
Cole Monroe of Transcend Charlotte 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! A SEED20 Highlight: While I was nervous, I really enjoyed the first night of hearing everyone’s pitch. It’s great to see how supportive we are of one another! Advice on Practicing a 3…
Wise Guys Jeff Rothberg Wise Guys® is an evidence-based program for adolescent males which stresses positive conceptions of masculinity, responsible behavior in relationships, and healthy decision-making. It is a program of Children’s Home Society of NC, the leading private foster care and adoption agency in NC that provides a broad range of prevention, family education, foster…
When not teaching science at Garinger High School, Bethany Darnley runs the Ultreia Society. We caught up with Bethany to hear 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: A highlight of SEED20 is the wealth of knowledge and mentorship from my coaches,…
Ultreia Society Bethany Darnley The Ultreia Society creates cyclical systems of support for students through mentorship and community engagement. The program builds a foundation of support through wrap-around mentorship for freshmen students from upperclassmen. It not only propels students further and higher, but teaches them how to inspire others to reach higher for themselves.
Bentzion Groner of ZABS Place, 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! A SEED20 Highlight: It’s been great to meet so many amazing people in the SEED20 Class of 2018 and hear about their organizations and causes. They don’t just make noise…
Think Broader Foundation Paula Kranz Broadwell Think Broader provides education, training, and content development to advocate for individuals or groups who face systematic social (and media) discrimination. Our mission is to use innovative and engaging approaches, such as virtual reality simulations, to facilitate empowered lives free from social stigmas and stereotypes brought about by both conscious…
Dr. Vanessa Stuart of Human Capital Investment 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: The highlight of SEED20 has been connecting with other passionate community leaders that sincerely seek to change lives. Advice on Practicing a 3 Minute Pitch: I had…
The Be More Foundation James E. Ford The Be More Foundation is a media literacy organization, addressing issues of economic mobility in Charlotte through social innovation. Be More educates students on how to use media platforms to defy negative stereotypes, while creating social messaging regarding fiscal responsibility, productive citizenship, education, and family planning.
Project Safe Child is a new program of Pat’s Place Child Advocacy Center. We caught up with Pat’s Place Executive Director, Andrew Oliver, to hear about his SEED20 experience. Since he only has three minutes to tell his story, we’ve given him three questions to share his reflections! An Unexpected Benefit of SEED20: I’ve been so impressed by the…
Shakespeare in a Chair Mark Williams Shakespeare in a Chair is a youth literacy program focused on enhancing reading comprehension, self confidence, and critical thinking skills. The program uses the stories in Shakespeare’s plays, as an opportunity to learn great literature, but also discuss the importance of adopting family values, personal decision making, and goal setting…
Michael Khoe, founder of Lorien Academy 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! A Highlight of SEED20: Meeting with my coaches for a Saturday prep session prior to the first pitch night. How SEED20 Has Shifted Your Mindset: I know that we…
