501(c)3 Non-Profit Nightlife Arts of Vermont is dedicated to fostering, educating, and uplifting the vibrant world of nightlife performance arts. We provide resources, training, and performance opportunities for artists in burlesque, cabaret, and other expressive art forms. By cultivating a collaborative environment, we produce dynamic shows, support performance collectives, create educational opportunities, and create spaces where creativity and self- expression flourish. Our mission is to celebrate and sustain the rich artistry of nightlife performance while making it accessible, respected, and valued to the adults in our community.

Aspect (Autism Spectrum Australia) is one of Australia’s largest autism-specific service providers, with one of the world’s most extensive autism-specific educational programs. A not-for-profit organisation, we work in partnership with people of all ages on the autism spectrum to co-develop, co-produce and co-deliver supports and services that are individualised, goal-driven and grounded in evidence-based practices. Our services help people on the autism spectrum realise their individual potential and provide much-needed support for their families, carers, friends and colleagues. Aspect’s vision is to provide the best possible opportunities for Autistic people. We believe that people on the autism spectrum are a different brilliant®. Our purpose is a different brilliant® At Aspect, our purpose, a different brilliant®, continues to guide everything we do. It's about recognising and celebrating the strengths, interests, and aspirations of people on the Autism spectrum and creating inclusive environments where everyone can thrive. How we work At Aspect, we exist to support and empower our participants to live the best life possible. Our focus is on the strengths and interests of people on the autism spectrum. We work in partnership with people on the autism spectrum, their families and communities We work to understand people on the autism spectrum, from their perspective. Our approach is autism-specific. Our research focuses on best practice, and our solutions are evidence-informed. Our supports are designed around each person and their family, for every stage of life – from early childhood to transition into adulthood. Our values Our values guide the way we work, connect and grow. We chose the word THRIVE because it reflects what we want for everyone at Aspect - for Autistic people, their families, and our staff. It’s about growing, achieving, and connecting. At Aspect we are passionate about people, about being positive and about what's possible. We are committed to providing the best opportunities for people at home, in the classroom and at work. We are single-minded in our pursuit to make life better for people on the autism spectrum and we are devoted to making connections that help us to better understand people’s needs and wants. This dedication extends beyond services and into our relationships with supporters, sponsors and funders. As an organisation we are genuine about our ability to make a difference in people’s lives and this belief is shared by the people we come into contact with. Being open, honest and sincere about what we can do and what’s possible builds trust, confidence and belief in our people, our organisation and our future.

For the last 35 years, Tomorrow’s Warriors has played a vital role within its community and the wider music industry and has been credited with literally changing the face of UK jazz. Tomorrow’s Warriors offers a pioneering, free to access, comprehensive programme of learning and training which champions and supports young Black and female talent and those who come from challenging circumstances that would be a barrier to accessing opportunities to pursue a music career. Free access to Tomorrow’s Warriors artistic programme has proved crucial in nurturing the nascent talent and early careers of so many of the most exciting UK artists currently tearing up the international jazz scene including Mercury Prize 2023 recipients and BRIT Awards Best Group 2025 winners Ezra Collective, Moses Boyd, Nubya Garcia, Shabaka Hutchings and Sons of Kemet, ESKA, Jason Yarde, Denys Baptiste, Robert Mitchell, Soweto Kinch, Shirley Tetteh, Byron Wallen...the list goes on.

Girls on the Run Shenandoah Valley is a nonprofit youth development organization that empowers girls in 3rd–8th grade through a research-based program that blends physical activity, social-emotional learning, confidence building, and mentorship. Serving communities across West Virginia/Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley, Girls on the Run helps girls develop self-confidence, resilience, leadership skills, and positive mental health during the critical pre-teen and middle school years. Through a team-based after-school program led by trained volunteer coaches, participants explore topics such as self-esteem, emotional wellness, healthy relationships, goal setting, decision making, and kindness while training for a celebratory non-competitive 5K event that marks the end of each season. Girls on the Run Shenandoah Valley is part of the larger Girls on the Run International network, which has served more than two million girls across North America. Our mission is to inspire girls to be joyful, healthy, and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum that creatively integrates running and life skills.

The Speak Feed Lead Project is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering children, teens, and adults through public speaking, communication skills, storytelling, and leadership development. Our mission is to help individuals discover the power of their voice and use it to build confidence, strengthen relationships, and create positive change in their communities. Through one-on-one coaching, youth leadership programs, communication workshops, speaking competitions, retreats, and community events, we teach practical skills in public speaking, storytelling, conversation, emotional intelligence, and leadership presence. Our programs support youth in overcoming fear of speaking, developing confidence, and learning how to articulate ideas clearly and authentically. We work with students, families, educators, entrepreneurs, and professionals who want to improve communication skills, develop leadership abilities, and learn how to share meaningful ideas that inspire others. Our youth programs help students gain confidence in school presentations, debate, interviews, and leadership opportunities, while our adult coaching supports speakers, authors, entrepreneurs, and professionals preparing for presentations, podcasts, conferences, and TEDx talks. The Speak Feed Lead Project also creates real-world speaking opportunities through summits, community events, and youth speaking platforms where participants can practice their message and develop their voice. Our work focuses on confidence-building, storytelling, communication mastery, and leadership development so individuals of all ages can speak with clarity, courage, and purpose. By helping people find and use their voice, we are building a generation of confident communicators, compassionate leaders, and courageous storytellers who can contribute meaningfully to their schools, workplaces, families, and communities. Keywords: nonprofit, youth leadership, public speaking training, communication skills, storytelling, confidence building, leadership development, youth empowerment, speaking coaching, presentation skills, conversation skills, emotional intelligence, TEDx speaking, student leadership, personal development, speaking confidence, storytelling education, leadership training for youth and adults.

At AllPaths Family Building, we want everyone to have access to the options, resources, support, and community they need when trying to build the family of their dreams. A steadfast support system, trusted resource, and advocacy partner for ALL people navigating the challenges of fertility and family building for more than 50 years, we celebrate of all the diverse paths and potential destinations of family building. AllPaths Family Building is an independent, progressive 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that proudly serves the fertility and family building community offering free virtual support, resources, and state and federal advocacy for TTC, Fertility Treatment, IVF, Pregnancy Loss, Adoption, Donor Conception, LGBTQ+ Fertility, Surrogacy, and more.