JOINING HANDS TO UPLIFT AND EMPOWER

A Note from our Executive Director

As we reflect on 2024, we are filled with gratitude for your support. Over the year, Spark Ventures maintained strong support for our partner organizations, empowering communities around the world with the resources and opportunities to help transform their futures. Creating lasting change takes commitment and collaboration. The Spark community has shown such dedication to the grassroots work our partners are doing to uplift their communities.

At Spark Ventures, we believe true change happens through partnership. By working hand-in-hand with local organizations, we unlock potential and tackle challenges in sustainable ways. Whether it’s farm investments in Zambia or vocational training in Nicaragua, women’s entrepreneurship efforts in Mexico or computer literacy training in Chicago, our work is fueled by the collective spirit of our partners and supporters. These efforts have inspired growth and built momentum toward a brighter future for all.

While we celebrate this year’s accomplishments, we remain aware of the challenges ahead. The communities our partners serve face complex needs, but with your continued support, we are confident we can continue to invest in  transformational programs that will uplift generations to come. By joining hands with local leaders, donors, and volunteers, we will continue making meaningful progress and creating a lasting impact.

This year’s theme of “Joining Hands to Uplift and Empower” captures our shared mission: to empower individuals, strengthen communities, and inspire lasting change. Together, we can expand these efforts and help even more people unlock their full potential.

Thank you for being part of this journey.

Kristin Schrepferman

Executive Director, Spark Ventures