Since we opened our doors in 2018, leaving a legacy in our community has been a focal point of Flourish. The Ivy Initiative provides resources in our community in areas that are critical to our team and aligns with our passions. Whether it’s helping equip the next generation of leaders or donating our time to help a local nonprofit, we support select organizations through strategic marketing, event planning, social media, video production, and media outreach at little to no cost.
AREAS OF FOCUS
NONPROFIT
ORGANIZATIONS
Nonprofit organizations are vital to the community as they help contribute to economic stability and mobility. Many community members rely on organizations like these to help with food assistance, education and so much more. We understand that you may not have the budget or resources to strategically market your organization. We assist local nonprofits to help increase awareness of the awesome work that they provide for the community.
BUDDING
STARTUPS
We understand that it takes a village when launching a new business, just ask Megan! As a small business, the last thing that comes to mind is your marketing and communication efforts. There can be so many different costs that come up with starting a business such as rent, supplies and the occasional unforeseen bill. We provide low-cost to no-cost services when you are launching your start-up. Just don’t forget us when you’re a Fortune 500! (wink wink)
Organizations We've Partnered With
Alabama Kidney Foundation
The Alabama Kidney Foundation (AKF) was founded to assist kidney patients and has a 43-year history of serving Alabama’s kidney patient population. The Alabama Kidney Foundation focuses on providing those kidney patients with education, support and financial assistance during their time of need.
Deaf Access, Inc
Deaf Access, Inc. is a woman-owned small business that has provided quality Sign Language interpreting services in North Alabama and surrounding areas for more than 25 years. They are able to interpret for a variety of settings including healthcare, business and government.
Listen Local Huntsville
Listen Local is a local initiative that believes that showcasing, promoting, and supporting local singer-songwriters will fundamentally transform the live listening entertainment culture of Huntsville and Northern Alabama.
NASA Space Apps
Space Apps is an international hackathon for coders, scientists, designers, storytellers, makers, builders, technologists, and others in cities around the world. Teams engage with the National Aeronautics and Space Administration’s free and open data to address real-world problems on Earth and in space.
Twickenham Fest
As a Huntsville musical event, The Twickenham Fest mission is to bring together the world’s finest musicians to perform chamber music for diverse audiences at concerts with free admission in Alabama.
Urban Engine
Urban Engine contributes heavily to North Alabama’s innovation ecosystem by cultivating a dynamic workforce, professional development through creative autonomy and the entrepreneurial drive to launch and build thriving businesses.
The Wall That Heals
The Wall That Heals has been displayed at nearly 700 communities throughout the nation, spreading the Vietnam Veterans Memorial’s healing legacy to millions. The traveling exhibit provides thousands of veterans who have been unable to cope with the prospect of facing The Wall to find the strength and courage to do so within their own communities, thus allowing the healing process to begin.
WEDC Foundation
The WEDC Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit located in Huntsville, Alabama, formed in 1998 by the non-profit, founder organization Women’s Economic Development Council (WEDC). They provide professional networking opportunities, financial assistance, workshops and mentor programs to empower local women in the community.
The Schools Foundation
The Foundation serves as an education advocate and provides a central voice for strategic engagement on issues relating to education which impact our schools. We interact with local and state leaders and education stakeholders, while serving as a vehicle for individuals and businesses to support public education in Madison County.
Huntsville/Madison County Chamber of Commerce
The Huntsville/Madison County Chamber, located in Huntsville, Alabama, is an organization of businesses, professionals and local leaders working to ensure a secure and sustainable economic future for our community. The Chamber’s vision is to provide for an enhanced quality of life for all citizens in our region, and our mission is to prepare, develop, and promote the community for economic growth.
Women in Technology
Women in Tech is an Alabama-focused community platform aimed toward educating, encouraging, and empowering women with the necessary expertise and connections to succeed in STEM career fields. WIT’s mission is to support women who aim high and want to make an impact through technology, leadership, and inspiration.
UAH I2C
I²C aims to support and stimulate co-creation and open innovation with a focus on tech startups that consist of one or a few persons. These small teams need a shared working environment to save office costs, and they have a strong desire for knowledge sharing and networking.
Madison Chamber of Commerce
The Madison Chamber of Commerce is an institution of leadership and an advocate for its members and the community. Our mission is to “Create Community Conversations and Grow Businesses,” and are based in Madison, Alabama.
The Catalyst Center for Business and Entrepreneurship
The Catalyst Center serves entrepreneurs and small business owners in every stage of business. We aim to provide best-in-class coaching, in-demand services, and relevant programs to foster small businesses’ success.
