According to Leading on Opportunity’s definition, “Social Capital is defined as a person’s ability to access information resources, support, or opportunity through their social network. Contributing to a person’s Social Capital builds more tight knit communities, increases local knowledge and resource sharing and introduces people to new learning opportunities about culture, art, and economics. In the context…
Congratulations to the SEED20 Class of 2023! The ten nonprofit leaders took the stage on Thursday, April 27, and wowed us with their compelling stories of how they are making the greater Charlotte region a better place! The Children’s Theater of Charlotte was a buzz with excitement and energy as audience members piled in to support our nonprofit…
On March 23rd, RSM, one of our esteemed SVP Corporate Partners, took a proactive step in addressing the prevalent issue of food insecurity by hosting a lunch and learn session in their Uptown Charlotte office. Attended by over 35 employees, the event aimed to deepen their understanding of local food insecurity challenges. Kristin Winkle Beck,…
Founded by David Jessup in 2014, Digi-Bridge is a nonprofit dedicated to fostering a generation of learners passionate about science, technology, engineering, and the arts (STEAM). After a successful run at SEED20 OnStage in 2016, David continued leading the organization until 2019 when Alyssa Sharpe assumed the CEO role while David pursued a career in…
As the world returned to more events and meetings in person, including Partner meetings, social gatherings and workshops, our members and nonprofits forged new connections and rekindled relationships. Programs that emerged during the challenging times of the pandemic, such as Spark Teams, became integral offerings for SEED20 alumni and former Investees. SVP Partners and staff…
Anne Sinsheimer, a dedicated SVP Partner, discovered Families Forward Charlotte (FFC) when the nonprofit became an SVP Investee. Drawn to hands-on volunteer opportunities that directly impact the community, Anne was captivated by FFC’s model and mission. “I prefer hands-on volunteer opportunities working directly with people in our community, and I simply fell in love with…
We are delighted to share the exciting news that Youth Meditation has been selected as the latest addition to Social Venture Partners Charlotte’s (SVP) Investee program in 2023. This program empowers promising nonprofits like Youth Meditation with multi-year investments encompassing financial, social, and human capital. Over the next three years, Youth Meditation will receive $20,000…
Fall brings shorter days, cooler temperatures, and the unmistakable aroma of pumpkin spice wafting through coffee shops and hardware stores. For me, autumn is a season of reflection. On October 14th, I’ll mark my third anniversary with SVP Charlotte – the traditional length of engagement time for one of our investees. Now, with this milestone…
Ever thought about joining a nonprofit board? Whether you’re a current or past board member, understanding your core responsibilities beforehand is crucial. LendingTree, one of our esteemed Corporate Partners, actively encourages its talented employees to contribute their time, skills, and leadership to bolster community strength. In a remarkable commitment to community impact, LendingTree generously matches…
SVP Charlotte is thrilled to announce its newest corporate partner, RSM US, LLP, a dynamic audit, tax, and consulting services firm with a robust presence in the middle market. RSM’s core values – caring, curious, collaborative, courageous, and critical thinking – perfectly align with SVP’s mission and its commitment to supporting the nonprofit community. Expressing…