Programs

We are proud to provide wrap-around support to these programs and organizations that work tirelessly to tackle important social and environmental issues. Our incubation services aim to provide the necessary resources and assistance to help these missions grow, establish sustainable practices, and make a positive difference in their communities and beyond.

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Trauma Youth Support Services

Trauma Youth Support Services (TYSS) is dedicated to supporting caregivers of youth experiencing mental health crises. Caregivers are the foundation of a young person’s recovery, yet their own well-being is often overlooked. At TYSS, we believe that empowering caregivers not only strengthens families but also improves outcomes for youth. Our mission goes beyond individual support—we are committed to addressing systemic racial inequities in healthcare. Marginalized communities face disproportionate challenges in accessing mental health resources, and TYSS is determined to challenge and disrupt these inequities. By promoting fairness and equity, we aim to create meaningful and lasting change for all families in need. One of our core initiatives, the J.R. Program, provides vital support to caregivers during some of their most challenging times—when a child is in crisis or admitted to a hospital or mental health facility. Through this program, we offer complimentary self-care gift baskets thoughtfully curated to nurture caregivers' physical and emotional well-being. These baskets serve as a reminder that their health matters, empowering them to practice self-care as they navigate their loved one’s mental health journey. At TYSS, we are building a community that uplifts caregivers, fosters resilience in families, and advocates for systemic change. Whether through partnerships, donations, or advocacy, your support helps us create a brighter future for caregivers and the youth they care for. Together, we can make a difference where it matters most.

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Grief Alchemy


Grief Alchemy™ teaches college students to approach activism through a grief-informed lens. Activism isn't only about confronting past or present injustices; it’s about preventing future harm by addressing today’s inequities. Grief Alchemy™ encourages students to expand their understanding of grief, moving beyond immediate or tangible losses to include the fear of future loss. Whether it’s preventing the loss of lives due to inequitable healthcare, defending freedom from legal injustice, or safeguarding privacy against data misuse, participants are trained to protect against future losses. By recognizing how grief influences activism, students learn to be informed by grief rather than driven by it. Through transforming their relationship to grief and trauma, they become more effective advocates for social transformation. Upon completing the program, students are certified as Grief Alchemists™, empowering them to teach others this compassionate, transformative approach.

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Connecticut Coalition for Economic and Environmental Justice (CCEEJ)

The mission of this coalition is to promote the physical and economic well-being of Connecticut residents and address the waste crisis through donating and recycling organics, fair and equitable unit-based pricing, advancing reuse and waste reduction behaviors, and opposition to all new and existing trash incinerators and landfill-related infrastructure. We advocate for a zero waste, circular economy that will benefit residents and the environment for generations.

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Mumkin Studio


We create transformational learning experiences through design and collaboration.

Mumkin (pronounced mooom-kin) means “What’s Possible?” We’re a design studio dedicated to the idea that every person is a possibility. We know that education, both in and out of schools, can transform communities. Combining tools from design thinking and strategies from learning science, we create learning programs, products, and services with a clear impact.

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The Clubhouse at Hope Learning Foundation


Hope Learning Foundation, we believe that children should play and grow together. The Clubhouse is Midcoast Maines first and only sensory play studio and education center. At The Clubhouse, the combination of community and play creates a powerful environment for growth and development. Our space in Camden, Maine allows children to build confidence, form relationships, and develop essential life skills, all while caregivers have the opportunity for a well deserved respite.

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The Desmoid Project

The Desmoid Project was launched in September 2023 in response to an urgent need for patients’ unmet advocacy services and resources. Founded for patients, by patients, this organization’s mission statement is to enhance the quality of life for desmoid tumor patients, their families, and caregivers through comprehensive support and advocacy by creating a roadmap, developing resiliency tools, increasing knowledge, and empowering patients to navigate and thrive with this rare disease.

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Our B.R.O.S.

Our B.R.O.S is here to uplift and empower men and boys of color through comprehensive support, mentorship, educational and job opportunities. We are dedicated to fostering a nurturing and inclusive environment that enables them to overcome barriers, achieve their fullest potential, and become catalysts for positive change in their communities and beyond.

Through strategic partnerships, tailored programs, and a commitment to addressing the unique challenges faced by men and boys of color, we strive to cultivate a generation of leaders, thinkers, and trailblazers. Our mission is rooted in the belief that by investing in their goals, we contribute not only to their personal success but also to the advancement of society as a whole.

With a foundation built on respect, equity, and empowerment, we aim to provide the tools and resources necessary for men and boys of color to thrive academically, professionally, and personally. Our mission is driven by the conviction that their potential knows no bounds, and through our unwavering support, we can collectively shape a future that celebrates diversity, equality, and shared achievement.

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Nutag Foundation

Our mission is to provide programs and services to Indigenous Buryat-Mongolian people living as immigrants and refugees in the United States and globally. We aim to help them build their communities, advocate for their rights, develop their culture, assist with resettlement and integration, and support environmental initiatives while recognizing the vital connection to their native lands.

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First Gen Leadership

First Gen Leadership’s mission is to build an inclusive community that convenes, connects, and inspires first-generation students and professionals in their leadership journey.

We work with academic institutions and professional development organizations to advance programs and policies that aim to break down systematic barriers facing the first-generation community.

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National Vehicle Residency Collective

The National Vehicle Residency Collective (“NVRC”) is a network of vehicle residents, social service providers, and legal experts joining together to support people living in their vehicles. Our goal is to honor and value the voices of vehicle residents, support their policy and service goals, and protect their legal rights. We believe that a key component of this work is to raise positive public awareness about people living in vehicles and vehicle residency.

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The Center for Community Collaboration

The Center for Community Collaboration (C3) passionately supports emerging nonprofit organizations, helping them reach their dreams and create lasting impact. We do this by providing shared resources, high-value services, facilitated partnerships, and coaching. C3's vision is to foster a more resilient and equitable social impact community by cultivating connections and facilitating learning among changemakers at the heart of these communities.

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BYO - US Reduces

We are dedicated to fostering a better Earth and a more sustainable humanity. Our mission is to empower individuals and communities to enact positive changes by embracing sustainable practices and minimizing waste. Join us on this transformative journey towards a greener future by starting a local group. Together, we hold the power to make a meaningful impact!

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Rivers & Roads Maine

Creating a path to purpose for young individuals in Oxford county Maine who feel they have none. We are an agricultural, culinary and community based youth program for local teens attending Fryeburg Academy.

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Writing in Color

Writing in Color is a free writing course for people of color. It was developed to create a space for people of color to learn the value of reading articles by writers of color as well as sharing their reflections as a class.

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SGSO Network

The SGSO Network is an open peer-to-peer learning network with the goal of growing, sustaining and elevating a movement of equitable garden-based education.

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