On April 30th, the SEED20 community gathered at Galilee Ministries of East Charlotte (SEED20 Class of 2020) for a heartwarming and inspiring Alumni Luncheon. The event marked a special occasion: the official welcome of the Class of 2025 into the alumni network. 

Alumni from several past cohorts came together to celebrate, reconnect, and encourage the newest class to fully embrace the journey ahead. Their message was clear: the SEED20 experience doesn’t end with the pitch, it’s just the beginning. 

During the luncheon, Alumni Enrichment Co-Lead Christi Farr shared an overview of the seven capacity-building enrichment events planned for the year. These events are designed to be attended by each organization’s participant and/or Board Chair or another key leader, reinforcing the importance of collaborative growth and strategic alignment. Our three active SVP Investees will also receive priority access to these events. 

Henry Lander, Alumni Enrichment Co-Lead and Lead Partner for Spark Teams, introduced the Class of 2025 to Spark Team program, which provides a unique opportunity for tailored, expert support. These services are offered at no cost to participating nonprofits thanks to the generous contributions of SVP Partners. Similarly, the Alumni Enrichment workshops are made possible through SEED20 donations, including those from this year’s dedicated Cultivators who answered the call to support our region’s next generation of innovative nonprofits. 

Alumni in attendance shared how the connections they made and the visibility they gained during their SEED20 season continue to yield significant dividends for their organizations. Their stories served as both inspiration and affirmation for the Class of 2025.