There’s a concept of the Matthew Effect which uses math to illustrate what folks have lamented about for thousands of years – the rich get richer while the poor get poorer. Take tech for example – the rich and poor often have different problems, but because it’s more profitable to solve problems for the wealthy a disproportionate share of tech innovation focuses on solving problems for the affluent. However, it doesn’t have to be this way – and we have been blown away by the thousands of members of our community who have devoted their lives through their businesses, organizations and art to serve the underserved.
Nikia Booze
My nonprofit organization, Adjust Your Vizion Inc., is dedicated to serving an underserved community by providing support and opportunities for disadvantaged kids in urban areas. In the heart of urban neighborhoods, we have encountered groups of young individuals facing significant challenges. Limited access to quality education, exposure to crime, and a lack of positive role models were stark realities for these kids. Many of them have dreams and aspirations but are constrained by their immediate environment. Understanding the importance of breaking this cycle, Adjust Your Vizion Inc. stepped in to make a difference. Read more>>
Anthony McMillan II
Whether it’s through my personal businesses or the work I do at the Dressie Law Firm, I strive to serve those who need me most. As an entrepreneur, I help those create wealth and happiness for themselves whether it’s helping them start their own businesses or teaching them how to stay profitable in troubling times. As an attorney, I successfully represent those that have been through something traumatic and are in need of justice and rightful compensation. Read more>>
Skyler Ditchfield
As we move towards 2024, the critical challenge of bridging the digital divide continues to persist. This pressing issue represents the approximately 42 million Americans who still lack access to affordable, reliable internet service. Having grown up in a rural California community myself, I have experienced first-hand the disparities that arise when connectivity is lacking. Read more>>
Derek Batz
The market for Mead is an interesting one, it is relatively rare to find on a good day and what is widely available is of a lesser quality. My clientele not only know what they don’t like but also what they do, the problem is finding what they do like in stores. The industry is not inviting to small businesses. Read more>>
Song Lu
OHuo LLC stands as an innovative creative studio deeply ingrained in the art world, offering a diverse array of artistic visual services. Our core commitment rests in serving an underserved community within the artistic realm, providing a platform for those artists whose voices frequently remain unheard. Read more>>