Two years ago, Progress Playbook launched the NYC Safe program, sponsored by the Mayor's Office of Neighborhood Safety, to equip NYCHA residents with tools to develop businesses that address community needs. After a successful launch, they identified areas for improvement: efficient use of class time, culturally relevant content, a reimagined coaching structure, and a focus on actual business launches over pitching. The new iteration was titled The Renaissance Project and we were brought in to lead its redesign and implementation.

Explore the journey of Farm and Wilderness Summer Camps as they refine camp experiences through research, outcome defintion, and program innovation.

Explore the evolution and impact of the Sankofa Mentoring Program, an initiative aimed at empowering students in temporary housing in NYC. Discover how this innovative program has been instrumental in enhancing student attendance, connectedness, and well-being.

Kyndred Company, in collaboration with The Gates Preserve and Queen's Public Library, orchestrated a nationwide 50th hip hop anniversary celebration. This included forming a 40+ institution coalition, creating a digital Hip Hop archive, and curating over 200 programs and a two-day summit, blending historical reverence with innovative technology to preserve and elevate hip hop's legacy.

Explore how the redesign of Tamarack Farm, blending tradition with innovation to meet modern youth's evolving needs. The transformation emphasized skill development and leadership training – ensuring a holistic and enriching experience for teenage campers.

Explore how the Y.O.L.O. Program is creating waves in youth empowerment and leadership development. By fostering peer-led workshops and essential dialogues, this innovative initiative is shaping resilient leaders in underserved communities and adapting to unprecedented challenges.