Sustaining humanity through economic and
legislative development.
ABOUT US
S.H.I.E.L.D. 1 is an innovation hub of collaborative changemakers providing sustainable solutions to empower and strengthen communities. We have the ability to galvanize investments from key stakeholders and bridge communities to mobilize for collective action and near-term impact to address critical needs.
Vision
Break the cycle of generational poverty through empowerment
Mission
Accelerate economic mobility in under-resourced communities by increasing capacity and creating opportunity to be self-sufficient.
Impact Priorities
Agriculture
Establish urban agriculture development and end food insecurity and food deserts
Enterprise
Facilitate community-centered generational wealth building and expand employment opportunities
Education
Develop youth-based STEM/STEAM programs and support, and implement adult-focused workforce development, schooling, and entrepreneurship programs
Infrastructure
Build community gathering spaces for educational, vocational, or programmatic needs, and increase spaces to directly and indirectly influence public safety