The Origin Project: Believing in the Creativity of Our Children
The Origin Project was founded by critically acclaimed author Adriana Trigiani and Executive Director Nancy Bolmeir Fisher. Photos by Tim Stephenson/Tim Cox. “Our young…
CARITAS: Helping Those on the Road to Recovery
Karen Stanley is the CEO and president of CARITAS. Photo by Ashley Loth. “CARITAS creates a safe space to heal and time to rebuild.” …
The National Education Equity Lab: Closing the Opportunity Gap
Ariel Bedford is the Chief Academic and Impact Officer of the National Education Equity Lab. Photo by Caleb Bourque. “Talent is evenly distributed. Opportunity…
The Presidential Precinct’s Mandela Washington Fellowship Program: Fostering Global Leaders
Neal Piper is the executive director of the Presidential Precinct. Photo by Drew Precious. “The pillars of our democracy are strongest when they are…
Boys Home of Virginia Plants Seeds for a Lifetime
Linda Angle has been on staff since 2011 and assumed the role of farm manager for Boys Home of Virginia in 2021. She initiated…
Girls For A Change Envisions Its Own Black Space
Angela Patton is the CEO of Girls For A Change. Photo courtesy of Girls For A Change. “Black women can own property and create…
Partnership for the Future’s Mission of Educational Equity
Dionne Henderson, president and CEO of Partnership for the Future. Photo by Samia Minnick. “We are now intentionally seeking to close the wealth gap…
Pretty Purposed: Surrounding Our Girls With Community Support
Bianca Myrick is the founder and executive director of Pretty Purposed. Photos courtesy of Pretty Purposed. “Strengthening partnerships is key to sustainability and community…
The Black American Artists Alliance of Richmond: Creating Unapologetically
The Black American Artists Alliance of Richmond (BAAAR) is an art collective based in Richmond, Virginia. Back row from left: Sir James Thornhill, Philip Muzi…
Girls on the Run of Greater Richmond: All Girls Are Winners
Catherine Estevez is the program director & acting executive director of Girls on the Run of Greater Richmond. Photo by Frank Aikens. “Raising a…