“Just A Conversation”(Spotlight Series) w/ Anthony Curtis & Jimmy Brown

Join us for a powerful conversation with two community change makers who are literally transforming lives in the Puget Sound region every single day. Jimmy Brown, Executive Director of Build to Lead (serving 1,800+ students and community members since 2021), and Anthony Curtis, Founder/CEO of Black Equality Coalition, share raw insights on grassroots organizing, youth empowerment, and building sustainable community impact.

What You’ll Learn:

How to start serving your community without overthinking it
The difference between direct service and coalition building
Real challenges of securing funding vs. creating impact
Why “jumping off the plane and building the parachute on the way down” works
How to stay connected to your “why” as you grow

Key Programs Discussed:

Build to Lead’s POWR framework (Prosperity, Opportunity, Wellness, Empowerment, Resilience)
Workforce development for diversion youth
Community events that grew from 60 to 700+ people
Financial literacy for elementary students
Perfect for: Community organizers, nonprofit leaders, youth workers, anyone wanting to make real change in their neighborhood.