You belong here. Now let’s shake things up.

Empowering underrepresented voices to build a stronger, more united community.
Because change doesn’t wait—and neither should we.

Celebrate With Us

What's lost without action?

When underrepresented groups lack resources, they face barriers to well-being, opportunity, and the chance to thrive. Your help makes change.

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Systemic barriers go unchallenged.

Discrimination and bias thrive without education, resources and action, allowing inequality to continue unchecked for future generations.

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Representation shapes reality.

Exclusion from leadership and civic spaces limits their ability to create change. Without visibility, they remain unseen and unheard, weakening their influence.

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We all deserve to thrive, not just survive.

Limited healthcare and food insecurity lead to untreated illnesses, mental health struggles, and unsafe living conditions, creating generational trauma with no support to break the cycle.

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Opportunity is a right, not a privilege

Educational barriers limit economic mobility, career growth, and access to higher paying jobs. And without funding, mentorship, and support, entrepreneurship remains out of reach.

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What We’re Building

Building Belonging, On Purpose

Through education and cultural events, we build community where every voice belongs.

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Show Up

Join 100+ inclusive events mad for community

See What’s On

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Pitch In

Volunteer, donate, or sponsor community impact.

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Represent

Bold gear that supports diversity, justice & joy.

Our People. Our Power

Unmuted, Unapologetic, Unstoppable

We fight for those who’ve been excluded—by building opportunity, voice, and visibility for every community we serve.

Read Their Stories

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A Committment to Impact and Change

“For us it's about being here and standing up for our community…all of our community.”

Mary Nicholson — Executive Director

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“They kept telling me it wasn’t a big deal. But it was breaking my daughter.”

Read how Heather fought for her daughter—and found the support she needed to stand her ground.

“I didn’t even know how to ask for help.”

Discover how one parent found hope—and a way to keep going.

“I didn’t know where to go where I’d be safe and seen.”

Read how Evan found safety, belonging, and a path forward.

"I just wanted to be treated like a human being at work"

See how Janelle reclaimed her power and found support where it mattered most.

Connect

Start where you are. We’ll meet you there.

It starts with one conversation—and we'll walk you through each step.

1

Schedule a time

Choose a time that works for you—no pressure.

2

Talk to a Specialist

Share what’s going on in a safe, private space.

3

Find Your Program

We’ll help you get matched with the best support for your needs.

You’re not alone—and this first step could change everything.

Next Stop: Community

It’s almost go-time. Join us, lend a hand, or just show up and be part of the energy.