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PORTLAND IMPACT Conferences — The STRIVE Initiative proudly represented Pottstown on a national stage this September, attending the four-day MPACT Transit + Community Conference in Portland, Oregon. David Charles, STRIVE Co-Founder and CEO, participated as an official...
The STRIVE Initiative proudly hosted Night at the Races in partnership with the Foundation for Pottstown Education, bringing together community members, educators, donors, and local leaders for an evening dedicated to supporting youth and education in Pottstown. The...
The STRIVE Initiative is proud to spotlight our Multimedia Career Exploration Awards, honoring students who demonstrated year-long commitment, creativity, and leadership through hands-on, real-world experiences. Throughout the school year and summer, STRIVE students...
STRIVE students proudly hosted a Trunk or Treat community event as part of National Lights On Afterschool, joining thousands of programs nationwide in celebrating the importance of afterschool opportunities for youth. The event brought together families, students, and...
The STRIVE Initiative was proud to participate in the Hobart’s Run Open House, where STRIVE students energized the event by serving as the DJs and creating a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere for community members in attendance. The open house provided an...
STRIVE partnered with Art Bubble to host a dynamic week-long theatre camp at the VIBE Creative Social Innovation Hub on High Street. The camp welcomed students and community members into an immersive arts experience designed to build confidence, creativity, and...
STRIVE students brought energy, creativity, and community spirit to this year’s Back-to-School Bookbag Event held in front of Pottstown Middle School. As part of the celebration, students from STRIVE’s DJ pipeline program hosted live DJ sets throughout the...
STRIVE students proudly participated in Pottstown National Night Out, an annual community event held each year on the first Tuesday in August that brings together families, local organizations, and public safety partners to strengthen neighborhood connections and...
In the summer of 2025, STRIVE proudly hosted its Multimedia C2 Summer Camp, a week-long immersive experience designed to introduce students to creative media and career exploration through hands-on learning. Throughout the week, participants rotated through focused...
STRIVE students brought vibrant beats and community energy to the Pottstown Farm throughout this year’s market season, DJing live for marketgoers and adding an engaging soundtrack to one of Pottstown’s most beloved community gatherings. The Pottstown Farm...
STRIVE proudly participated in Pottstown GoFourth, joining the community celebration with students, partners, and supporters throughout the annual Fourth of July Parade and festivities at Memorial Park. STRIVE students marched alongside community partners including...
STRIVE CEO proudly hosted the Pottstown Juneteenth Masquerade Ball, bringing together community members for an elegant and meaningful celebration honoring freedom, culture, and Black excellence in Pottstown. The Masquerade Ball provided a unique space for reflection...