Dec 7
Our friends at C4 have launched a new venture to provide artists with something they need to be successful, a place to call home. Similar to startup businesses that can find work and office space at places like The Hub or Ignition Alley, artists need an official space to work, meet clients and practice. Read more
The Game is Afoot
Docile and cagey by turns, the Nonprofit can be a mysterious beast to those new to its territory. One moment it seems within your grasp, the next you’re left sitting bleary-eyed in front of a stack of papers and tax forms completely baffled with no discernable trail to follow. Perhaps a clear view of the path taken by someone else – double backs, circles, dead-ends and all – will help yours run a bit more smoothly. Or, at least, help assure you when you’re ready to give up, that it’s alright – that’s just part of the trip, too. Read more
Have you smelled a delicious and fresh brewed aroma around Atlanta these days? It might just be coming from one of the Batdorf & Bronson coffee houses springing up in your neighborhood. Or perhaps it is wafting from one of the many surprise coffee parties popping up in local offices. Or just maybe you enjoyed it while driving around the West Side near the nondescript warehouse that hides an Atlanta coffee roasting gem. Meet Jason Dominy, Atlanta’s super caffeinated, wonderfully enthusiastic, coffee brewing fiend. He is on a mission to make his community a better place one cup of joe at a time and we sat down to find out what fuels his passion. Read more
Sometimes we come across a project that is so fun and heart warming, we really want to see it replicated everywhere. Well, that is how The FEED feels about the Build a Better Block project. In case you missed it, this past July, in the blazing heat, 18 year old Sarah decided she was tired of witnessing problems in Atlanta and wanted to take action. She gathered food trucks, art groups and bike enthusiasts to showcase what the revitalization of a blighted Atlanta block could look like. It was an awesome idea and a great window into what citizens could and should be doing to move our city forward. We sat down with Sarah to see how it came together. Read more
For many girls in America, the dream of a picture perfect prom night, complete with a breathtaking dress, is out of reach. Bee Nguyen doesn’t think this is fair. In fact she doesn’t think a lot of the disadvantages faced by underserved girls are fair. In 2009 she founded Athenas Warehouse to provide prom dresses and important life lessons to girls in need. We sat down with her to find out what keeps her going. Read more
Imagine having a doctor or nurse available at the touch of a finger. Easily being able to submit information about your symptoms within days. Now imagine only paying a few dollars for that service. Welcome to Sevamob, a new insurance and healthcare subscription service available in India. The best part? This awesome idea started right here in Atlanta! We sat down with Shelley Saxena to learn more about his product and its possibilities.
Most stories coming out of Africa show desperate people, extreme poverty and drought. The real Africa is much more than this. It is a place of extreme beauty, culture and history. Erin Levin is out to prove this more positive Africa exists through her upcoming documentary on the African Children’s Choir, a unique organization using the power of music and cultural heritage to uplift children in need. The choir spends much of its time touring the world showcasing the talents of its diverse young members, performing for such honored folks as the Queen of England. Erin is following hot on their trail, camera in hand, determined to show the world what these amazing youth have to offer. Read more
Most of us love a good meal. And an awesome dinner party at someones house? Hard to beat. That is the idea behind PushStart Kitchen, a kind of underground restaurant serving up goodness a few times a week at the Goat Farm. Not only do you get a delicious and hearty helping of local produce (grown on-site!) but you get to spend a night in Cristina and Zach’s wonderful loft with some soon-to-be friends. This couple team is supporting local agriculture and a new type of networking, one where strangers share an intimate experience to break down barriers. We visited their space and got a peek at what happens behind the scenes. Read more
Have you ever suffered from a car break in? How about a home invasion? Ever spied some suspicious folks roaming your streets? Well, some local entrepreneurs are crafting a solution that puts community policing powers in the hands of even non tech savvy citizens. Village Defense is a local social enterprise- an organization using business solutions to solve a troubling social issue. We sat down with the entire team to find out where this idea came from and what keeps them going through the long days in Atlanta’s social enterprise startup community. Read more
Atlanta has tons of talented artists. And not just folks using paintbrushes, paper and the like. From 2D artists, to metal smiths, dancers, filmmakers, clothing designers and installation makers, our community is alive with creativity. Eleanor and her RAW: natural born artists program hopes to shed some light on the breadth and depth of our creative sector. Starting this Summer, RAW will be showcasing local talent through exciting and engaging shows. We sat down with Eleanor to find out what makes RAW unique and how she got involved in this national program. Read more
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