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Julia Sistachs   |   Board of Directors, Business, business development, education, partnership trip, travel, zambia

Leadership Development Workshop at Hope Community School with Co-Founder Rich Johnson

Written by Colin Kuker For the third year in a row, Rich Johnson, Co-founder of Spark Ventures and Senior Vice President of People at Spaulding Ridge, spent a week in Zambia to facilitate a leadership development workshop for more than thirty of Hope Community School’s leaders,...

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12 January
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Julia Sistachs   |   business development, education, zambia

Exploring Bright Futures with Dr. Anne-Marie Moukala Cadet: Another Career Day at Hope

Written by Colin Kuker In a powerful initiative spearheaded by Board Member and Zooming with Zambia volunteer, Sue Bernstein, the Grade 11 and 12 learners at Hope Community School are gaining valuable insights to the world of professional possibilities through Career Day sessions.   Each month, students gather...

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18 November
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Julia Sistachs   |   Board of Directors, education, events, partnership trip, travel, zambia

The Twatotela Award: Celebrating Sue Bernstein at the 2025 Fall Gala

Written by Colin Kuker Every so often, we have the privilege of pausing to celebrate someone whose dedication and heart have truly shaped our shared mission. At this year’s Fall Gala, that moment came as we presented Sue Bernstein with the Twatotela Award—a recognition that captures...

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17 November
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Tobi Agurkis   |   chicago, community programs, events, organization, We Grow Chicago

Unity Day: Beautify and Celebrate with the Englewood Community

Spark’s partner organization, We Grow Chicago, is continually seeking solutions to poverty and disinvestment while empowering the broader community of West Englewood. Thanks to the incredible work of We Grow Chicago, initiatives and programs provide resources and create opportunities for community members. The Inspiration Lab,...

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01 April
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Tobi Agurkis   |   #graduation4all, #inspired, community programs, education, organization, social good, Uncategorized, zambia

Charting Success: How Hope Community School Empowers Students to Excel

        At Hope Community School, vulnerable students receive incredible educational opportunities that change lives. Dedicated educators, staff, and Spark volunteers inspire students to learn, grow, and dream about their futures. Hope prepares its students for success in and out of the classroom;...

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15 February
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Tobi Agurkis   |   community programs, education, nicaragua

Crafting Futures: How Las Tias Nurtures Entrepreneurial Spirits Through Vocational Excellence

        In Nicaragua, pathways to self-sufficiency are created and supported by Spark's partner organization: Las Tias. At Las Tias, vocational training and programs provide long-lasting benefits to individuals, families, and communities. The foundational saying of Las Tias- “No al trabajo infantil, ¡si...

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10 January
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Tobi Agurkis   |   community programs, education, mexico, nicaragua, technology literacy, We Grow Chicago, zambia

Bright Minds, Bright Futures: The Transformative Power of Education

        At Spark Ventures, we are committed to our mission of providing sustainable solutions to lift communities out of poverty and empower future leaders. Education is an essential part of Spark’s mission because it is key to individual sustainability, helping to break...

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04 December
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Tobi Agurkis   |   community programs, mexico, social entrepreneurship, social good, Uncategorized, women's empowerment

Recicla San Pancho: Ecological Sustainability at Entreamigos

Entreamigos has a widespread impact on the personal community of San Pancho, but their reach continues to extend even further. For over ten years, Entreamigos has partnered with universities in Mexico, the United States, and Europe to provide internship opportunities to college students. For six...

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28 September
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