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Ladies and gentlemen, please meet another Social Venture Partners SEED20 nonprofit 2024 winner!!! 

Fran Marie interviewed Jomaira Ortiz - Executive Director and Co-founder with her husband Andrew about Rooted Hearts Ministries, Inc. The 501c3 understands firsthand the challenges parents face when trying to navigate everything that comes with an Autism diagnosis.

Jomaira and Andrew's son was diagnosed with Autism diagnosis at 21 months old, and they soon realized they would need to learn all that came with looking for services and therapy to support their child. 

We are so proud of Jomaira and Andrew and community that surrounds them. Will you join in supporting their Amazon Wish List?

Or donate to Rooted Hearts Ministries, Inc. to help families surrounding their child's Autism diagnosis?  

ABOUT: Social Venture Partners SEED20 annual event identifies, highlights, and connects the community to the region’s most promising social entrepreneurs tackling pressing community challenges. 

We are wishing Terri White our President & CEO at Charlotte Museum of History happy birthday on April 20th!!!!!!!

Fran Marie interviewed Terri White and she is inviting us to a few events at Charlotte Museum of History's 250-year-old home, which was formally a dairy farm.

Find all 2024 events at Charlotte Museum of History here.

Attend their 2024 signature fundraising event  - Charlotte Gem Preservation Awards

If you love to celebrate Earth Day - Charlotte Earth Day 2024 

Are you a music lover? We got you! - Hip Hop Meets the Music of India with Nistha Raj and Christylez Bacon

When sharing a fresh loaf of hot bread from the oven that's love!

Our Daily Bread Foundation supports underserved youth in Charlotte, Mecklenburg. See all of their programs on their official website. 

That lovely vision came from Kim Alexander with Our Daily Bread Foundation who is bringing the community together as we understand how trauma affects all of us. 

Kim Alexander says we can no longer put a band-aid on our wounds. We cannot turn a blind eye to mass killings, mental illness, discrimination, refugees, shortage of affordable housing, lack of affordable healthcare, prison overpopulation, and recidivism.

BACKGROUND: For over a decade Social Venture Partners Charlotte (SVP Charlotte) has fostered social entrepreneurs and innovative solutions to our community’s greatest challenges. See all the nonprofits featured in the SEED20 Class of 2024!

1 in 5 women need mental health support, and She Dreams In Color is helping 62 women secure (8) mental health sessions. Can you donate to a cause to help women? We'll keep you updated about their $50,000 goal!!!! 

Jennifer S. Moxley is the Founder of She Dreams In Color and Sunshine Media Network. Moxley combined her effective communication skills and research from her time at News 14 to launch Sunshine Media Network.

 

Arin's Good Girl Dog Treats knows how important employment opportunities are for individuals with disabilities. With over 2 million adults with disabilities in North Carolina and 79% unemployed, Arin's Good Girl Dog Treats combats those numbers with their yummy dog treats and lovely bakers. 

Fran Marie interviews Taila Wucherer, with Arin’s Good Girl Dog Treats about placing 2nd this year at the SEED20 annual pitch event. There are 3 mouth-watering flavors to choose from on their official website.

Meet SVP's SEED20 Class of 2024!

Fran Marie interviews Barrett Ranson Shannonhouse about the History of Wing Haven Garden & Bird Sanctuary/the Clarkson's History of Elizabeth Lawrence House & Garden + 75-year celebration/events.

Wing Haven offers free admission 12 times annually for special seasonal events such as Earth Day and their Plant Sales.

Website: winghavengardens.org