The Richmond Cycling Corps Story
Nonprofit organizations are essentially non-sustainable business models. The outreach/charitable cause is often approached and delivered as a commodity instead of a product. And most nonprofit organizations continue to operate in a disempowered manner—meaning they completely rely on the generosity of others (donations) to fulfill their missions. When I launched Richmond Cycling Corps as a nonprofit, […]
RVA Creativity Awards
It was a Tuesday night and a gaggle of C3 board members were beginning to gather for their monthly meeting. Some arrived fresh from the office, others fresh from their latest creative pursuit. Carl Johnson arrived with an idea. Shortly into the meeting he pitched it. The concept was simple, but the impact was lasting. Richmonders have […]
Bike-In-Theater
Whether you’ve been riding since you first set out on training wheels or are gearing up to start a new two-wheeled hobby, you’ll fit right in at Bike-In-Theater. The only requirement for admission is the love of cycling. In lieu of driving to the event, riding is encouraged. Started by Hunter Davis of Home on […]
Building a Better Block
In the Church Hill North neighborhood, the two blocks of North 25th Street between P and R Streets are often bustling and noisy, like many of Richmond’s great streets. But for many people, North 25th Street is not a pleasant place to linger. There are ever-present (and ever-rotating) “missing teeth” in the rows of small […]
Entertainment Meets Philanthropy
The historic Hippodrome in Jackson Ward was filled to near capacity for the “RVA Has Talent (RVAHT)” Season 2 finals. The diverse crowd was there to see Richmond’s most talented performers compete for a chance to win $2,500 for themselves and $1,000 for their Richmond-based non-profit partner. Philanthropy is a key component of the mission […]
Think Like a Startup
Think like a startup. This is your moment to challenge conventional wisdom, RVA. In recent years, Richmond has become more and more focused on what could be, rather than what is. This mindset, brimming with courage to create something that never existed, powers its way through RVA the way the James River cuts its path […]
The Photohontas Story
Envision yourself on the river, the James River. Envision yourself on a rock in the middle of the river with water flowing by. Now turn 360 degrees in place and take in the vistas that surround you. Starting this summer, two Richmond-based entrepreneurs are teaming up to make their vision of the James a reality, […]
TEDxRVA 2014: Ideas Worth SPREADING
Look closely and you can find small tunnels carved inches beneath each aisle at Virginia Rep’s November Theatre. There was a time when large blocks of ice were placed under the stage at the mouth of these tunnels, and powerful electric fans blew across the ice. The year was 1911, and the chilled breeze coming […]
Man and Woman of the Year
When you’re jockeying for a title like Man and Woman of the Year, there’s no telling who might come to the table. This year’s candidates for the honor are a motley crew—including a New York artist, a Massey Cancer Center nurse, a VCU oncologist, two restaurateurs, a realtor, a marketing consultant, and a jeweler. This […]
Art 180’s Art Karma
For years, ART 180 has carved out a reputation for giving young people in RVA the chance to express themselves through art. By partnering with other nonprofit organizations, ART 180 has helped youth (ages 8 to 18) discover ways they can positively engage in and influence their surroundings. To help make the organization’s mission possible, […]